Mennula, London

Italian-born chef Santino Busciglio (ex-Number Twelve) has launched his first solo venture on the former site of Gennaro Contaldo's famous Passione restaurant on Charlotte Street. The contemporary menu bears Sicilian influences while the 100-bin wine list is exclusively Italian.

Opened 9 November

Owners Santino Busciglio and Joe Martorana

Head chef Santino Busciglio

Manager Angelo Todaro

Capacity 44, plus 14 private dining

Menu Italian - dishes include smoked venison with broccoli and balsamic onions; sea bass ravioli with pumpkin, chilli and razor clams; belly of pork with polenta, Savoy cabbage and apple chutney; and cannoli filled with sweet ewes ricotta.

Average spend £50 including drinks and service

Address 10 Charlotte Street, London W1T 4PH

Telephone 020 7363 2833

Websitewww.mennula.com