Located on Willow Street in the Shoreditch area of London, the hotel will feature’s 150 rooms, an 80 seat lobby lounge, a 240 seat Nobu restaurant with outdoor courtyard and 179 square meters of event space with daylight, wellness facilities, all with food and beverage menus developed by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa specifically and uniquely for the hotel.

TEMPER CITY – 2 Angel Court, 30 Throgmorton Street, EC2R 7HJ

Temper City is the second temper site, this time focusing on curry, using their signature open fire cooking methods.

Meats are cooked low and slow over charcoal and oak at this slick, shiny new restaurant. Featuring an open kitchen and a massive six-metre long grill, two tandoors and a poultry smoker and counter seating, just like the first restaurant, you can get a fireside view of the action. There are banquettes if that’s not your thing, or you’re a larger group.

Unlike the Soho site, there’s also a mezzanine which doubles up as a private dining area and a small courtyard, great for summer drinking.

MOTHER LONDON – Circus West Village, 188 Kirtling Street, SW8 5BN

Mother London is the first UK branch of a popular Copenhagen pizza restaurant, open in the Battersea Power Station redevelopment. The pizza bases are made from sourdough and you’ll find the usual meat and veggie toppings, but the best way to judge a pizza joint is to get a Margherita – there’s nowhere to hide with this simple classic. We’re also pleased to see some ultra-creamy burrata on the menu.

THE WIGMORE – 13 Langham Place, W1B 1JA

The Wigmore is a new ‘modern British tavern’ with food overseen by Michel Roux Jr., open on Regent Street. The idea behind The Wigmore is to revive the great British pub and its food. This used to be a banking hall and the grand architectural features are still there. It’s connected to The Langham but has its own entrance on Regent Street.

IKOYI – 1A, 1 St. James’s Market, SW1Y 4AH

Ikoyi is a West African restaurant, now open in St. James’s Market. Founders Jeremy and Iré are using the ingredients and techniques of West African food to create something a little more high-end than other African restaurants in London.

Located on Willow Street in the Shoreditch area of London, the hotel will feature 150 rooms, an 80 seat lobby lounge, a 240 seat Nobu restaurant with outdoor courtyard, 179 square meters of event space with daylight, wellness facilities, all with food and beverage menus developed by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa specifically and uniquely for the hotel. Located on the ground floor, the dynamic events space Kaijô benefits from natural daylight and private access from the street. The flexibility of the space offers up to 6 different room options over 179 square meters. It is the perfect place to organise any type of meeting or social event.

The Ned – 27 Poultry, London EC2R 8AJ

With 252 bedrooms, 9 restaurants, a basement and rooftop swimming pool, gym, spa, treatment rooms, and numerous private rooms, The Ned Hotel (which is the work of Soho House & Co and Sydell Group who already have 17 members’ clubs, 37 restaurants and 7 hotels between them) is already one of the biggest projects for 2017. Taking over the Grade-I listed Midland Bank Building, faded glamour of 1930s ocean liners is the inspiration behind the design whilst the restaurants will cover cuisine from Japan through to Northern Italy. We’re already in talks with the hotel to create competitive pricing strategies for private events – woohoo!

Four Seasons Hotel London – 10 Trinity Square, London EC3N 4AJ

Opened January 26th – In a landmark of power and prestige, Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square celebrates the capital’s rich history and culture, yet feels fully connected to the future with the latest technology. Within steps of the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and the River Thames, Four Seasons is a premier destination for London conferences and events, featuring two ballrooms and three London meeting rooms for 10 to 250 guests. UN Ballroom- The setting for the inaugural reception of the United Nations General Assembly in 1946, the UN Ballroom is a beautifully restored London venue with nine-metre (30-foot) ceilings and original woodwork.

InterContinental London – The O2 – 1 Waterview Dr, London SE10 0TW

Opened towards the end of 2015, this 18-storey hotel and conference centre will be a huge addition to London. It will include 453 ‘luxury’ bedrooms, and the hotel aims to appeal to both leisure and business guests with its unique location adjacent to the O2 Centre.The hotel’s facilities will include a spa and two restaurants, one of which will be fine-dining and one all-day dining. It will also have a hotel bar and another ‘sky’ bar on the 18th floor which will offer views across the Thames. The hotel will also feature a dedicated conference centre which will include 20 different multifunctional meeting rooms, as well as a 3000sq.m pillar-free ballroom. The ballroom will have a capacity for up to 3000 guests and is intended to hold a range of events such as conferences, exhibitions, banquets and award ceremonies

30 Euston Square – Euston Square

30 Euston Square is comprehensive for conferences, with well-equipped lecture theatres, break-out rooms, catering space and even accommodation. All of these facilities are in close proximity to each other and are housed in a unique listed building. 30 Euston Square has undergone a major investment program to transform it into a state of the art conference centre whilst maintaining its Historical charm. The meeting rooms are located on the first and ground floors and all feature natural daylight. The meeting rooms on the ground floor are more modern in their appearance whilst the heritage rooms on the first floor have retained their original features, such as beautiful oak panelling.

41 Portland Place – W1

Set in the prestigious Portland Place in Marylebone, The Academy of Medical Sciences is a picture-perfect Georgian townhouse built in 1773. Its conference & meeting facilities are spread across three floors in a newly refurbished space. The £5m revamp brings seven function rooms to the market, including a pair of purpose-built 50-capacity conference suites which can be combined to host receptions for 125. A terrace is available for summer events, particularly drinks receptions & alfresco break-outs. Catering is in the safe hands of Harbour & Jones, while an in-house IT team is on hand to help with production & technical issues.

Ace Hotel Shoreditch – 100 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6JQ

Walk into the lobby of the Ace and you’ll instantly feel the energy. A reception, coffee shop, bar and lounge rolled into one, it reverberates with the chatter of creatives – from students to CEOs – using it as a work space and meeting place This is Ace’s first European venture strives for the quirky vibe that runs through its American venues. With everything now in place, every aspect of its event offerings, from the roof terrace down to the live music venue in the basement, is available to book.

Banking Hall- Cornhill, EC3-

Banking Hall is exclusively yours for every event. The Grade II listed main hall, dating from 1930, offers an inspiring art-deco setting for large conferences, dinners, exhibitions and receptions. A separate mezzanine level overlooking Bank compliments the Main Hall. Banking Hall offers a truly unique experience in the heart of the City. A timeless classic, the space is designed to bring a touch of Great Gatsby glamour to any event. Situated in the heart of City, straddling Cornhill and Lombard Street overlooking the Bank of England and seconds from the transport hub of Bank station, Banking Hall is the perfect location for all events.

Café Royal 68 Regent Street, W1B

True to its original glamorous spirit, Café Royal is reopened as a luxury hotel in 2012 in the heart of London, with elegant Mayfair to the west and creative Soho to the east. Paying homage to the history of the building, grand historic areas are being sensitively restored, while serene new rooms and suites are being created in a refined style.

Me Hotel- The Strand, WC2

With 499 Square Metres of meeting space for between 10-300 delegates, ME London can help you stage an event with the precise degree of grandeur or intimacy as required. With a welcome into a private reception area, there are 7 flexible meetings rooms including one large function space, with relevant technology. An additional private dining room is available for up to 16 people in STK London.

]]> http://19events.co.uk/newly-opened-terraces/ Wed, 24 May 2017 08:39:21 +0000 http://www.19events.co.uk/?p=3747 Pergola Paddington Central

Opened 24th May

This summer, Paddington becomes home to Pergola Paddington Central, the sister site to White City’s much-loved Pergola on the Roof. Set in the urban surrounds of Paddington Basin Pergola Paddington Central will be West London’s largest alfresco drinking and dining destination. Its communal seating area will host up to 850 guests, for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

Set over two floors, the new Pergola Paddington Central will take inspiration from the canal-side, Central London location – fusing contemporary urban-design with lush green landscaping. Regular and guest DJs, as well as live music will add to the relaxed festival feel, against a backdrop of the capital’s unmistakeable skyline.

As well as Patty & Bun, whose burgers have become a legendary London fixture, Pergola Paddington Central will host west-London debuts of four other restaurants.  Each restaurant will create a special menu for the duration of their 19-week Pergola residency with dishes capped at £12 making gastronomic experimentation, affordable for all.

Proud Camden Summer Garden

Opened last week.

This spring, Proud Camden launches a brand new renovated rooftop garden; a lush oasis of calm, high above the hustle and bustle of Camden Market.

Proud invites Londoners to enjoy the very best of the British weather in an idyllic, quintessentially English Country Garden with deliciously refreshing drinks and one of the best burger pop-ups in the city.

Following a huge 300k investment, the roof terrace at Proud Camden will be completely transformed with full decking, a beautifully landscaped rockery and striking water features to create the perfect summer retreat above Camden’s busy streets.

Retreat to Proud Camden this summer and unwind in a luxurious hideaway in the heart of the Stables Market. Our garden rooftop terrace will have everything to make the hottest months of the year unforgettable.

Ivy City Garden

Opening June 7^th

Located at Dashwood House at 69 Old Broad Street in London, the Collection’s first site in the City is set over 3,335 sq ft and will have approximately 260 covers.

It will also feature a private dining room and a hidden garden for approximately 100 covers complete with its own bar and retractable roof.

The site will feature floor-to-ceiling glass windows and bi-folding doors opening into the garden. The 30-cover private dining room overlooks the garden and neighbouring Church of St. Botolph.

Martin Brudnizki Design Studio is consulting on the restaurant’s interiors, as with the Ivy Collection’s sister sites. Features will include an onyx bar, pendant lighting, marble floor tiles, polished parquet panel flooring and a mixture of burnt orange leather banquettes and midnight blue bar stools.

Opening soon!

Sisu Oxford Circus

The latest rooftop popup located in the heart of Central London, offering a peaceful retreat from the crowds of Oxford Street below, perfect for after work drinks and food or sunny lunch breaks set against the backdrop of the city’s rooftops.

With a secret entrance tucked away at the far end of Oxford Street near Marble Arch, just follow the staircase up to killer drinks, great food and relaxed vibes.

The rooftop space is set to have a Scandinavian theme – ‘sisu’ is a Finnish term that roughly represents resilience and courage. Move over, hygge. Maybe the bar’s name is in reference to the bravery it takes to sit out on a rooftop in the British summer. But Sisu has that covered too, with heated concrete seats as well as an ‘oasis’ canopy. The Scandi stylings and warming seats are of little significance, though, when you discover that this rooftop bar is planning to have its very own negroni machine.

Located on the ground floor, the dynamic events space Kaijô benefits from natural daylight and private access from the street. The flexibility of the space offers up to 6 different room options over 178 square meters. It is the perfect place to organise any type of meeting or social event, with the unique added value of serving Nobu’s iconic cuisine. Whether you want to host a product launch, trade event, seminar, exhibition, theatre or music event our Kaijô space can adapt to your needs.

Ten Trinity Square

The UN Ballroom was the setting for the inaugural reception of the United Nations General Assembly in 1946. Now, at Four Seasons Hotel London at Ten Trinity Square, it stands beautifully restored, ready to enhance events with intricate, historic detailing. Corinthian columns, walnut panelling and two magnificent crystal chandeliers set the scene for an elegant wedding or impressive corporate event. From its second-floor location, the room’s windows overlook the Trinity Square Gardens and beyond to the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Pre-function space and Merchants Hall complement the UN Ballroom for pre- and post-event refreshments.

The Curtain

With space for 200 seated and 210 standing, state of the art technology, bespoke menus, excellent cocktails and a dedicated planner to make sure no detail is missed, The Curtain has really got events covered. From meetings to weddings to grand dinner parties to launches, it’s time to bring back the ballroom.

The Ned

The Tapestry Room has a capacity of up to 200 people and features original walnut panelling and crystal chandeliers, The Tapestry Room is the most iconic space at The Ned. It takes its name from the remarkable pastoral tapestry that wraps around the upper walls – the largest of its kind ever produced in England when it was created in the 1920’

What we know: The team behind Duck & Waffle are opening Duck & Waffle Local in St James’s Market. The 120-cover restaurant will offer a faster and more affordable experience, where you can order your food at the counter or pop in for takeaway. Chef Director Dan Doherty will be at the helm, serving food from 8am through till 1am, with Head of Spirit and Cocktail Development Rich Woods behind the drinks. Signature dishes like the duck and waffle and BBQ spiced pigs ears will also be available.
When: May

MISTER LASAGNA BELGRAVIA – 23 Elizabeth Street, Belgravia

What we know: Mister Lasagna’s third London restaurant opening, will see their signature meals served daily with twenty four lasagne prepared fresh. New additions for this opening include two new dessert lasagne; Nutella and Oreo.
When: March 10th

BUN HOUSE  – Bun House & Tea Room 23-24 Greek Street Soho London W1

What we know: Bun House is a new Chinese steamed bun cafe opening in Soho. Taking inspiration from the Hong Kong tea houses of the 1960’s, as well as the country’s open street stalls known as “dai pai dong”, the design for Bun House infuses British colonial elements with traditional Chinese essence. Downstairs you’ll find the Tea Room, a Chinese speakeasy basement bar.
When: March 27th

FOXLOW SOHO – Foxlow Soho, 8-10 Lower James Street, Soho, W1F 9EL

What we know: Foxlow are opening a fourth site in Soho. Adding to existing restaurants in Clerkenwell, Balham and Chiswick, the Soho restaurant will have 120-covers made up of eclectic seating across the ground floor and basement. Classic meaty dishes will remain on the menu from brunch through to dinner, with an expanded cocktail list. 50% off food during soft launch.
When: May

THE IVY CAFE RICHMOND – 9-11 Hill Street, Richmond, TW9 1SX

What we know: The latest Ivy Cafe is opening in Richmond. Open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the cafe-brasserie will serve classic British and international Ivy dishes across the main restaurant, bar and private dining room.
When: April 19th

STOKE HOUSE  – Nova Building, 81 Buckingham Palace Road, Victoria, SW1W 0AJ

What we know: Stoke House is set to open in Nova, this month, the latest project from Will Ricker of Ricker Restaurants. It’ll be a modern take on the great British cavery. Heading up the kitchen will be Pete Denhart, the acclaimed former Head Chef of Fitzrovia’s The Newman Arms. Meats will include slow roasted Welsh lamb belly, rare Cornish barrel rump and slowly smoked aged Ruby Red Suffolk beef short rib.
When: April

FIREZZA – 22-25 Dean Street, Soho, W1D 3RY

What we know: Soho is getting a new pizza place. Firezza will offer sharing sized pizzas, antipasti, Italian beer and carafes of wine with prompt service and at affordable prices.
When: April

THE GLADSTONE ARMS IN BOROUGH – 64 Lant Street, Borough, SE1 1QN

What we know: Historic Borough pub The Gladstone Arms is reopening in spring after a complete refurbishment since closing last summer. Young entrepreneurs Megha Khanna, Gaurav Khanna and Abhinav Saxena are behind the refurb, bringing a local favourite back to life.
When: April

TAMARIND KITCHEN – 167-169 Wardour Street, Soho, W1F 8WR

What we know: The team behind Michelin-starred Tamarind in Mayfair is opening a more casual outpost, Tamarind Kitchen, in Soho this spring. The 100-cover restaurant has been designed by Russell Sage Studios and will serve contemporary Indian dishes, many prepared in the Tandoor oven.
When: April

NUMBER 177 BAR & KITCHEN – 177 Hoxton Street, Hoxton, N1 6PJ

What we know: The Number Group (Number 90 Bar & Kitchen, Hackney Wick) are opening Number 177 Bar & Kitchen in Hoxton. The 350-capacity venue is inspired by the bars of Berlin, with tables that fold up to clear way for a dance floor and vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free dishes alongside burgers, cocktails and craft beers. Number 177 will welcome local and international artists, DJs and musicians, whilst playing host to numerous creative workshops, pub quizzes and bingo events.
When: March 2nd

ANDI’S – 176 Stoke Newington Church Street, Stoke Newington, N16 0JL

What we know: Andi Oliver, judge on Great British Menu is opening Andi’s, an all-day brunch and brasserie spot in Stoke Newington. Expect brunch dishes like baked eggs, energy bowls and Reuben salt beef sandwiches. Andi will open Andi’s with long-term business partner Kelly Miles. Opening in March, exact date TBC.
When: March

The Curtain Hotel and Private Members Club will open early this year. Featuring a roof top swimming pool, private screening room and The Red Rooster restaurant, The Curtain will be a corner of Manhattan cool in Shoreditch. Michael Achenbaum, the man responsible for some of New York’s most fashionable hotels, brings NYC to London with The Curtain Hotel and Private Members Club, run by his Gansevoort Hotel Group. With a gym designed by Jon Squirrel of The Vault, art curated by Steve Lazarides gallery owner best known for his role as Banksy’s agent, and photography by Mick Rock, The Curtain scores high in the rock ‘n’ roll stakes. Think Soho House with a New York accent. Seventy million pounds has been spanked on the project and you can see where it’s gone The Curtain Hotel will feature 120 guest rooms, including six suites, rooftop swimming pool and lounge, spa, 24-hour fitness centre, and more than 6,000 square feet of meeting and event space including ballroom and screening room. The Curtain Members will have access to all hotel areas as well as additional restaurant and bar spaces.

Located on Willow Street in the Shoreditch area of London, the hotel will feature 150 rooms, an 80 seat lobby lounge, a 240 seat Nobu restaurant with outdoor courtyard, 179 square meters of event space with daylight, wellness facilities, all with food and beverage menus developed by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa specifically and uniquely for the hotel. Nobu Hotel Shoreditch is the luxury lifestyle destination experience defined by its iconic city setting, extraordinary guest service and the ever-present Nobu brand found in its restaurant and rooms.

Located on the ground floor, the dynamic events space Kaijô benefits from natural daylight and private access from the street. The flexibility of the space offers up to 6 different room options over 179 square meters. It is the perfect place to organise any type of meeting or social event, with the unique added value of serving Nobu’s iconic cuisine. Whether you want to host a product launch, trade event, seminar, exhibition, theatre or music event the Kaijo space can adapt to your needs.

The Ned is a new lifestyle hotel with distinctive personality, combining the attention to detail and service of a boutique hotel, with grand proportions. The creation of the The Ned started with the Grade 1 listed building which was originally designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who was affectionately known as ‘Ned’. The buildings original features have all been restored, including the floors, ceilings, pillars, wood panelling and the bank vault, including its safety deposit boxes.
Offering 252 bedrooms, including 20 Heritage Rooms and 4 speciality suites, each room will have unique elements so no two will be the same. Also housing 9 individual bars & restaurants with a range of existing Soho House concepts and new concepts, unique to The Ned.
Soho House and Sydell Group have collaborated on the design, which evokes a sense of 1920’s glamour and will continue to collaborate on the hotel operation when the doors open early this year.

The private dining room at this restaurant provides a chic and stylish setting for a business lunch or private dinner. Seating 22 guests, the private dining room offers breath-taking views overlooking London, set a top one of the City’s famous skyscrapers.

Seated: 22

This stunning private dining room inside an opulent West End restaurant, seats 12 guests around a beautiful, rectangular Makassar, ebony table. The room is a cocoon of vibrant colour and luxurious fabrics, featuring stunning, hand-gilded ceiling mouldings by artisan French atelier, and a bespoke decorative pendant. The private dining room as guest facilities, its own AV system and  can be accessed in secrecy by a separate street entrance.

Seated: 9

Standing: 15

Experience unparalleled views of London’s skyline in the highest private dining room in the country. From corporate meetings and events to personal celebrations and everything in between, this restaurant offers an unforgettable venue for your bespoke event. Situated adjacent to the main restaurant and bar, the space accommodates up to 18 guests for a seated event or 25 for a standing reception. In addition to the group dining menus that are also available in the main restaurant, Chef Dan Doherty has carefully curated a range of coursed set menus for the private dining room.

Seated: 18

Standing: 25

Whether you are looking to host friends and family event or a corporate dinner, this Park Lane restaurants’ private dining room is the ideal setting for an intimate setting. The space is decorated with elements of brass, wood and other trinkets adding elements of Latin America along with a mural created by artist Loro Verz. The space allows guests a spectacular view of the kitchen and beautifully designed drapes that can be drawn if privacy is required.

Seated: 12

Standing: 25

Set inside one of London’s most prestigious hotels, this awe-inspiring dining room is decorated in Italian Renaissance style with a simply spectacular ceiling. Truly lavish in appointment and detail, with views across Green Park, a banquet within this private dining room will linger long in the memory.

Seated: 24

Standing: 50

The Ned

With 252 bedrooms, 9 restaurants, a basement and rooftop swimming pool, gym, spa, treatment rooms, and numerous private rooms, The Ned Hotel (which is the work of Soho House & Co and Sydell Group who already have 17 members’ clubs, 37 restaurants and 7 hotels between them) is already one of the biggest projects for 2017. Taking over the Grade-I listed Midland Bank Building, faded glamour of 1930s ocean liners is the inspiration behind the design whilst the restaurants will cover cuisine from Japan through to Northern Italy. We’re already in talks with the hotel to create competitive pricing strategies for private events – woohoo!

Nobu Hotel Shoreditch

Nobu Hospitality will be opening its first European hotel, the Nobu Hotel Shoreditch, in early 2017. The 150 room hotel will have 7 suites, an 80 seat lobby lounge and a 240 cover Nobu restaurant with an outdoor courtyard with menus developed by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa specifically and uniquely for the hotel. The hotel will have dedicated events spaces that we’re excited to start using!

Mere

Masterchef: The Professionals’ Monica Galetti is opening her own restaurant, Mere (pronounced Mary), in January 2017 with husband David. The Fitzrovia site will be laid-back and inviting with space for 70 guests in the downstairs restaurant and 20 at the bar on the ground floor and a simple, seasonal menu.

Kricket Soho

Pop Brixton staple, Kricket, are bringing their Indian small plates and cocktails to a permanent site on Denman Street, Soho. Expect an equally tempting menu of regularly changing Southern Indian dishes, served at a counter around an open kitchen. A dedicated cocktail bar and semi-private dining space will make Kricket Soho as in-demand as the Brixton site. No reservations.

Martha Ortiz at InterContinental London Park Lane

Opening in the first few months of 2017, internationally-acclaimed chef Martha Ortiz will bring her celebrated Mexican gastronomy to London in a new restaurant located at InterContinental London Park Lane. The restaurant will feature references to Mexican design and culture and will join Theo Randall at the InterContinental, bringing two renowned chefs under one roof to create one of London’s most sought-after culinary destinations.

Clare Smyth Restaurant

Chef Clare Smyth is opening a hotly-anticipated solo restaurant. Clare has been Head Chef of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay since 2007, holding three Michelin stars – the first female British chef to do so. The restaurant, understood to be on Kensington Park Road, was due to open in Autumn 2016 but has been pushed back to 2017. Expect a modern, unfussy twist on fine dining, with a focus on sustainable British produce. No website yet.

Aster

The latest from restaurant group D&D London, Aster is the new star of SW1, set to open its doors in February 2017, revealing a ground floor café and wine bar as well as a chic restaurant, cocktail bar and two private dining spaces up on the first floor. Executive Chef Helena Puolakka is heading up the kitchen, expect dishes such as Pyrenean lamb shoulder, braised January King and lingonberry; duck breast, salsify, spiced buckwheat and grapes and chocolate with beetroot.

Claude Bosi and Sir Terence Conran at Bibendum

Following the recent closure of two Michelin-starred Hibiscus, Chef Claude Bosi is to open a restaurant at Bibendum with Sir Terence Conran. A casual restaurant on the ground floor will be open 7 days a week and retain the existing oyster bar whilst a much smarter fine dining restaurant upstairs will be open Wednesday to Sunday. The existing restaurant will close in January for a refurbishment and will reopen in March or April with the restaurant expected to achieve Michelin star status. Fitting considering the building was once the British HQ for Michelin tyres.

Jean-Georges Vongerichten at The Connaught

The restaurant, name yet to be confirmed, will be located at the front of the hotel with its sweeping views over Mount Street in the space currently located by Espelette. Opening in Spring 2017 it will be a relaxed, informal style neighbourhood restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. The restaurant will be designed by architect John Heah who has recently completed highly acclaimed work at The Berkeley.

Barbecoa Piccadilly

Jamie Oliver’s Barbecoa is opening a second site; a vast 250-cover restaurant in Piccadilly. Opening February 2017, the restaurant will serve an all-day menu – including breakfast and afternoon tea – showcasing slow-cooked, dry-aged meat, cocktails and a strong wine selection.

The Other Naughty Piglet

Popular Brixton wine bar and restaurant, Naughty Piglets is coming to the St James Theatre. Andrew Lloyd-Webber is such a big fan of the original that he is backing the second opening, recruiting former head chef of The Clove Club to prepare similar dishes and an equally-substantial, low-intervention wine list for the 60-cover site.

Henrietta

Ollie Dabbous (of Dabbous) is opening Henrietta, a modern British bistro, in Spring 2017. Located in the new 18-room Henrietta Hotel (which will be operated by the Experimental Group of London’s Experimental Cocktail Club) the restaurant will have 80-covers and occupy the ground and first floors of the hotel. Expect a seasonal menu, with “a subtle nod to France” and great cocktails.

L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele

Iconic Neapolitan pizzeria, L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele (if you’re fans of ‘Eat Pray Love’ you’ll know it from the pizza scene) is coming to Stoke Newington in early 2017. Expect authentic Margherita and Marinara flavours, with two rotating specials – the family have been making pizza since 1870 so know a thing or two. Wines and beers are classically Italian too.

The Game Bird at The Stafford

The Stafford hotel is relaunching its restaurant as The Game Bird. James Durrant will be in charge of food (Former Executive Chef at Gordon Ramsay’s Maze and Maze Grill alongside Jason Atherton) serving British food and a focus on game – as the name suggests. A redesign will celebrate the building’s original features and will give a nod to Nancy Wake, an eccentric female spy who spent her final years at The Stafford and was often seen at the American Bar during the Second World War. Brightly coloured velvet fabrics and modern touches of glass and marble bring it up to date.

La Dame de Pic at Four Seasons Hotel London Trinity Square

La Dame de Pic is taking over the 78-cover restaurant at the new Four Seasons Hotel London Trinity Square. Triple-Michelin-starred French chef Anne-Sophie Pic is heading up the kitchen, so expect ‘casually elegant’ fine dining, Parisian luxury and a big bill. Opening early 2017.

Magpie

In keeping with the bird theme, the team behind Michelin-starred Pidgin, James Ramsden, Sam Herlihy and Elizabeth Allen, are opening Magpie in 2017. Not much is known except that food will differ from Pidgin with about 30 small dishes served from trollies wheeled around the room. We are expecting a twist on British small plates, with influence taken from traditional dim sum restaurants.

SUSHISAMBA

SUSHISAMBA will be bringing its Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian fusion menu to Covent Garden’s famed Opera Terrace early next year. Whilst you won’t have the height of Heron Tower you will have the rooftop views across the Piazza and unique new dishes.

Bob Bob Exchange

Soho’s Bob Bob Ricard (best known for its ‘Press for Champagne’ buttons) is opening a sister outpost in the city’s Leadenhall Building. Bob Bob Exchange (BBX) will be located on the third floor of the skyscraper, with a 180-cover main restaurant, 9-cover sashimi restaurant and private dining room for 120 split into Standard and Executive class. Live auctions for fine wines will take place inside the restaurant and in addition to seasonal meat cooked over open flames, the Press for Champagne buttons will return!

Ruth Rogers’ Second Restaurant

Ruth Rogers, co-founder of the Michelin-starred River Café, is planning a new venture in 2017. A rejected planning application on the site of an old car park has delayed proceedings so at this stage not much is known but we expect Lady Ruth to stick to what she does best: unpretentious Italian cooking. No website yet.