Discover La Dolce Vita Summer at Alto

Discover La Dolce Vita Summer at Alto

This summer, Alto invites you to experience La Dolce Vita in the heart of London. Inspired by the beauty, colour and effortless elegance of the Mediterranean, the rooftop at Selfridges has been transformed into an unforgettable summer destination where exceptional Italian dining, seasonal cocktails and immersive surroundings come together.

Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, after-work drinks or a long summer evening beneath the open sky, discover our latest seasonal food and drink specials alongside a spectacular new installation inspired by the Italian coast.

A Rooftop Inspired by La Dolce Vita

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be immersed in the spirit of an Italian summer.

As part of Selfridges’ House of Dreams campaign, Alto has unveiled a striking new seasonal installation featuring oversized Amalfi lemons and vibrant pink bougainvillea cascading throughout the entrance, lift lobby and rooftop restaurant.

Designed to capture the romance, warmth and playful surrealism of Mediterranean living, the installation creates the perfect backdrop for long lunches, sunset cocktails and unforgettable summer celebrations high above Oxford Street.

Summer Specials Inspired by the Mediterranean

Celebrate the flavours of summer with a collection of exclusive summer dishes created by our chefs using the finest ingredients of the season.

This summer’s menu showcases vibrant Italian flavours with dishes including the following:

  • Baby Spinach Salad with smoked ricotta, walnuts and pomegranate
  • Red Prawn Tartare with burrata, pickled cucumber and pea shoots
  • Lemon Tagliolini with caviar and chives
  • Pappardelle with veal ragù and summer black truffle
  • Sea Bass in a herb crust with spinach and balsamic dressing
  • Grilled Ribeye with salsa verde

To finish, indulge in seasonal dolci, including Amalfi Lemon Sorbet, classic Tiramisu and Catalan Cream. 

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Summer Cocktails & Riviera Serves

No Mediterranean summer is complete without something refreshing in hand.

Discover a carefully curated collection of Riviera-inspired cocktails, seasonal spritzes and exclusive limited-edition serves, perfect for long afternoons and golden evenings on the rooftop.

This season also welcomes Veuve Clicquot Rich and Veuve Clicquot Rich Rosé, cuvées created to be enjoyed over ice, bringing a fresh and vibrant twist to summer champagne moments.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply embracing the sunshine, our seasonal drinks menu has been designed to complement every rooftop experience.

A Taste of Summer Above the City

With panoramic rooftop views, vibrant seasonal surroundings and a menu inspired by the Mediterranean, there’s no better place to enjoy summer in London.

From relaxed lunches beneath oversized lemon trees to sunset cocktails surrounded by colourful bougainvillea, every visit captures the effortless spirit of La Dolce Vita.

Join us this season and discover why Alto remains one of London’s most distinctive rooftop dining destinations.