Raw Press
Belgravia, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Price
$10–20per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Raw Press is a useful Chelsea stop when the brief is quick, casual, and drink-led rather than a full restaurant booking. Go for a low-friction daytime pause near Ellis Street; choose Kahani, Canvas Chelsea, Ottolenghi Chelsea, The Fuji Grill, or Beaverbrook Townhouse when the occasion needs a more substantial meal or polished room.
About Raw Press
Raw Press is a London venue, open every day of the week: 8 AM to 6 PM Monday to Friday, and from 9 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Dress code is casual.
That makes Raw Press easiest to assess as a practical London option. For a fuller comparison with other London dining, consider Kahani, Canvas Chelsea, Ottolenghi Chelsea, Beaverbrook Townhouse, or The Fuji Grill, depending on the kind of outing you are planning.
Use it when the hours fit your day
Raw Press's strongest planning detail is its schedule. Weekday hours run 8 AM to 6 PM, while weekend hours run 9 AM to 6 PM. That makes it relevant for daytime plans in London, but it does not specify a specific menu format, drinks program, lunch service, chef-led experience, awards pedigree, or formal service style.
Avoid treating Raw Press as a guaranteed destination for a particular dish, cuisine, or dining format. If you want to compare it with other London options, Kahani, Canvas Chelsea, Ottolenghi Chelsea, Beaverbrook Townhouse, or The Fuji Grill may be worth considering.
Where it fits in a London itinerary
Place Raw Press in a London itinerary when its casual dress code and hours suit the day. It does not provide more specific location claims, menu claims, price guidance, or service-format promises. For broader planning, use London coverage such as London restaurants, London bars, and London hotels.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 8 AM–6 PM · Tuesday: 8 AM–6 PM
- Location
- 3 Ellis St, London SW1X 9AL, United Kingdom
- Website
- rawpress.co
- Phone
- +44 20 7730 4347
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Raw Press brings a plant-forward, ingredient-led café sensibility into Belgravia, translating health-focused formats into a more elevated context. The writing positions it as part of a second wave of premium cold-press concepts that no longer read as novelty shops but as polished neighbourhood operators. It sits in an upscale pocket of the city and deliberately coexists with formal dining addresses, offering a contemporary, trend-aware alternative to white-tablecloth rooms. The general tone is clean and considered: pared-back, upmarket café fare presented with the restraint and focus you might expect in a refined postcode.
Best For
This is a morning and mid-day destination most at home with breakfast and brunch visits, thanks to its signature acai bowls and cold-pressed juices. The format suits quick solo stops, relaxed catch-ups and casual hangouts where a health-forward, ingredient-led menu is the draw. Because the concept positions itself alongside high-end neighbouring restaurants, it also works for people seeking a lighter, more informal outing in Belgravia: a different kind of visit on a different kind of day, rather than a formal dinner occasion.
Ordering Tips
Focus your visit on the menu pillars: cold-pressed juices and acai bowls define the offering and are logical starting points. Given the café’s plant-forward approach and daytime orientation, plan to come in the morning or around brunch hours when those items are freshest and most prominent. Keep expectations tuned to polished, ingredient-led plates rather than traditional cooked tasting menus: the experience is intentionally lighter and centered on raw, pressed and chilled preparations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bright, casual cafe atmosphere focused on wellness with simple, minimalist seating.
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Vibe
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Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Smoothies, Juices
- Dietary
- Vegan options, Vegetarian friendly, Gluten-free options
Signature Dishes
- acai bowls
- cold-pressed juices
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3 Ellis St, London SW1X 9AL, United Kingdom
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Tuesday
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Wednesday
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Thursday
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Friday
- 8 AM–6 PM
- Saturday
- 9 AM–6 PM
- Sunday
- 9 AM–6 PM
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
For a casual Chelsea alternative with more food emphasis, try Ottolenghi Chelsea. For a higher-spend Japanese meal, The Fuji Grill is the clearer choice.
Restaurant context
How Raw Press compares in Chelsea
Choose Raw Press when ease matters more than ceremony. Against Kahani and Canvas Chelsea, it is the lower-commitment choice: better for a quick daytime stop, weaker for a planned dinner or occasion meal.
Ottolenghi Chelsea is the more natural cross-shop if the group wants casual food with broader appeal. Raw Press is better for a shorter, drink-led pause; Ottolenghi Chelsea makes more sense when the food needs to carry the visit.
The Fuji Grill is Japanese and ££££, so it sits at the opposite end of the decision: higher spend, more occasion-driven, and better for a proper meal. Beaverbrook Townhouse is also the smarter pick when ambiance and a longer stay matter more than speed.
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Compare Raw Press
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw Press | London | No published awards | ||
| Kahani | London | The Good Food Guide 2025 | ||
| Canvas Chelsea | London | No published awards | ||
| Ottolenghi Chelsea | London | No published awards | ||
| The Fuji Grill | London | Japanese | ££££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Beaverbrook Townhouse | London | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Raw Press handle dietary restrictions?
If you have specific requirements, check Raw Press's official channels or contact the venue before going. Ottolenghi Chelsea can be a useful London comparison, but any dietary decision should still be confirmed directly with the venue you choose.
What should a first-timer know about Raw Press?
Raw Press is in London and is open: 8 AM to 6 PM Monday to Friday, and 9 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and Sunday. The dress code is casual.
What should I wear to Raw Press?
Keep it casual. The dress code for Raw Press is casual, so there is no need for formal attire.
