Top restaurant group Six by Nico has announced it will be opening on the roof terrace at Westgate Oxford next month.
Founded by Scots Italian chef Nico Simeone, Six by Nico has become a talking point on the food scene for their 'affordable' six-course tasting menu that changes every six weeks, drawing inspiration from a memory, place or idea.
The six-course menu is priced at £50 per person, with the option to choose a selected wine pairing for an additional £30.
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Mr Simeone said: "We are thrilled to bring the taste of Six by Nico to Oxford. Westgate Oxford, located in the heart of the city, is a great site for us as it has become a popular food and lifestyle destination.
"We pride ourselves on originality - Six by Nico is founded on a meticulously curated and ever-changing tasting menu that combines various ingredients, tastes, and dishes, drawing inspiration from both the UK and beyond.
"Our team look forward to opening our doors this May 2024, and to be bringing a truly unique and unforgettable culinary experience to the people of Oxfordshire."
Six by Nico Oxford will have 64 covers in the main dining area with a private dining space for 12 guests, plus a nearly 4,300 square feet terrace.
Some 50 new jobs will be created by the new opening.
The interior design of the Oxford restaurant by Studio Two has drawn inspiration "from the graceful six-legged dragonfly", said the group.
It "embodies the creature's elegant form, colour and captivating natural habitat".
The Oxford restaurant, meanwhile, has "a design style in keeping with existing restaurants within the group whilst maintaining individuality".
The group has grown significantly over the last few years, expanding across the UK.
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Since opening in Finnieston in Glasgow in 2017, Six by Nico now has sites in 10 cities in the UK with 15 restaurants.
There are two in London, in Canary Wharf and Fitzrovia, as well as two in Manchester and three in Glasgow, Aberdeen, Belfast, Dublin, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Leeds and Cardiff.
Brendan Hattam, Centre Director at Westgate Oxford, said: “We are delighted to be welcoming Six by Nico to Westgate Oxford next month.
"Our roof terrace is one of the region’s premier dining destinations and, with Six by Nico bringing their experience-led dining, we are excited to welcome new and returning guests over the summer months.”
Six by Nico Oxford will open to diners on Wednesday May 22. To book and for the announcement of the first menu, you can sign up to the Oxford mailing list here: https://bit.ly/Six-Oxford
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