Hoppers

Sri Lankan plates and an easy pace in Marylebone

Hoppers Marylebone brings the brand’s Sri Lankan and Tamil Nadu cooking to a bright St Christopher’s Place site just off Wigmore Street. Open since September 2017, it is the second restaurant from JKS, following the original Soho launch. Guests can expect warm hosting, walk-ins by day and reservations throughout, plus a menu built for sharing. The kitchen turns out signature hoppers and dosa, gently fermented and paired with karis, chutneys and sambols, alongside crisp short eats and larger plates that travel well from pass to table. Drinks lean into island flavours with spritzes and cocktails shaped by spices and tropical fruit. The room’s rhythm suits quick lunches, pre-theatre stops and relaxed evenings, and staff explain dishes in plain English so choices feel simple. Experience shows in calm pacing, consistent seasoning and a layout that keeps the space moving even when it is busy.

Trusted name with MICHELIN recognition and clear policies

Expertise is visible in nixtamal-like batter work, slow-built curries and street-food roots refined for central London. Expect delicate wrappers, clean broths and grilled specials, plus vegetarian and vegan choices clearly marked. Trust comes from a brand that appears in the MICHELIN Guide with a Bib Gourmand at the Soho original, supported by steady third-party coverage that confirms the Marylebone opening and format. Authoritativeness rests on the group’s London footprint, a reservations path that keeps queues manageable and published menus that highlight set experiences for groups. In practice, diners see tidy allergen guidance, fair pricing across kothu, karis and sides, and a bar that understands balance rather than heat alone. For anyone mapping a meal between Marylebone High Street and Oxford Street, Hoppers Marylebone offers bright flavour, friendly service and the kind of consistency that turns a one-off visit into a habit.