London's Bougiest Bar Snack - Caviar House & Prunier Introduces Caviar & Crisps

Caviar House & Prunier, Piccadilly has introduced what may be London's most elevated bar snack: hand-cooked crisps served with 30g Prunier caviar for £50.

The offering reflects shifting expectations around bar service. Olives and nuts no longer satisfy customers ordering premium champagne by the glass. They want something more interesting, more substantial, more worthy of what they're drinking.

Caviar & Crisps delivers precisely this without requiring full dining commitment. You can stop in for a glass of champagne and exceptional bar food without navigating menus or making courses decisions. It's spontaneous luxury for those who appreciate quality but resist formality.

"This works precisely because it's unexpected," explains Chris Mehmet, Managing Director of Caviar House & Prunier. "Nobody anticipates caviar when they order bar snacks. That element of surprise, combined with how well it actually pairs, makes it rather brilliant."

The combination succeeds through contrast and familiarity. Lightly salted hand-cooked crisps provide crunch and salt everyone understands; caviar adds complexity and depth few bar snacks achieve.

At £50, the offering sits below Caviar House's seated service prices whilst delivering the same quality Prunier caviar. It's an entry point for those curious about caviar but intimidated by traditional presentation, and a casual option for established enthusiasts seeking something less formal.

Location also matters here. Piccadilly attracts people who appreciate quality, understand luxury, and possess the means to indulge occasionally. They're shopping on Bond Street, walking through the Royal Academy, meeting friends before theatre. Caviar & Crisps fits these patterns perfectly; substantial enough to feel special, casual enough to not disrupt plans.

Since introduction, and after huge success at the brand’s seafood bar in Selfridges, the offering has attracted both expected and unexpected audiences. Regular caviar customers appreciate the simple format. First-timers find it approachable. The bar crowd, accustomed to premium spirits and champagne, regard it as natural progression rather than jarring addition.

"The response has validated the concept completely," notes Mehmet. "People get it immediately. You don't need to explain why caviar on crisps makes sense. They taste it, they understand, they order another glass of champagne."

For those seeking something more substantial, the new Caviar Baked Potato (£75) is all you need. Famously enjoyed by Jackie Kennedy Onassis, caviar on jacket potatoes has been a long-standing favourite amongst caviar connoisseurs and this dish elevates comfort food to art form. A twice-baked potato topped with 30g Prunier caviar, the execution is straightforward with a fluffy interior, crispy skin, and exceptional caviar. The potato’s subtle earthiness provides foundation without competing for attention, allowing Prunier’s complexity to register fully.

www.caviarhouse-prunier.co.uk

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