London Restaurant News

Juniper Dining Opens in Highbury Park

Posted 2 Nov 2009

Baked chocolate pudding at Juniper Dining

New to Highbury Park in North London, Juniper Dining offers a fusion of modern British and European cuisine in stylish yet relaxed surroundings. You can enjoy starters like chicory, poached pear and stilton salad; and mains such as lemon and thyme roasted chicken breast. Make sure you leave room for dessert – the baked chocolate pudding is amazing!
When: Open now
Where: Juniper Dining, 100 Highbury Park, London, N5

The Grand Union Launches in Camberwell

Posted 2 Nov 2009

The Grand Union pub chain launches its latest venue this week, in what used to be The Grove in Camberwell. The revamped pub has been fitted out with vintage furniture and leather sofas, and the menu features burgers and hand-cut chips. Opening offers include two main meals for the price of one in November, and free drinks at the launch party on Thursday.
When: Opens 5 Nov 2009, launch event from 6pm
Where: The Grand Union Camberwell Grove, 26 Camberwell Grove, London, SE5

Wahaca Comes to Canary Wharf

Posted 2 Nov 2009

A taste of Mexico comes to Canary Wharf on Monday with the opening of Wahaca's new branch. Designed to reflect the hustle and bustle of Mexico's street markets, the restaurant features street art and a rooftop bar. Wahaca is known for its reasonably priced menu: street food dishes such as tacos and quesadillas start at £3.25.
When: Opens 9 Nov 2009
Where: Wahaca, Unit 5, Park Pavilion, 40 Canada Square, London, E14

Kitchen W8 Opens in Kensington

Posted 26 Oct 2009

A new neighbourhood restaurant comes to West London this week. Located just off Kensington High Street, Kitchen W8 offers a modern European menu featuring lots of British produce. Dishes range from game consommé with bacon cream and small game hot dog, to pot-roasted pork belly with crushed root vegetables, black pudding and apple. The restaurant is owned by Philip Howard, Michelin-starred chef-patron at The Square, and restaurateur Rebecca Mascarenhas.
When: Opens 28 Oct 2009
Where: Kitchen W8, 11 Abingdon Road, London, W8

Miss Q's Opens in Earls Court

Posted 26 Oct 2009

Food, drink, music and pool – you'll find it all at the new Earls Court venue Miss Q's. The American-style diner, pool bar and live music club has an unassuming entrance, but once inside you'll discover an enormous space, including a dance floor and three full-sized American pool tables. The menu includes American favourites like burgers, chicken goujons, sweetcorn fritters and rump steak sandwiches.
When: Open now. Food available from 30 Oct 2009
Where: Miss Q's, 180-184 Earls Court Road, London, SW5

Jom Makan Comes to Westfield London

Posted 26 Oct 2009

West End Malaysian restaurant Jom Makan has just opened a new branch at Westfield London. After a long day's shopping, you can recoup your energy with a range of spicy Malaysian dishes such as gado gado salad (fried bean curd, potato and vegetable salad served with peanut sauce) and roti ikan masak lemak (salmon poached in rich coconut chilli sauce with okra, broccoli, potato and tomato).
When: Open now
Where: Jom Makan, Unit 1032, Westfield London, London, W12

Canteen Opens in Canary Wharf

Posted 26 Oct 2009

If you're in need of some warming comfort food, you'll be pleased to hear that Canteen has just opened a branch in Canary Wharf. You can enjoy Canteen's trademark British dishes, including fish and chips, roasts and pies, as well as seasonal specials like venison and ale stew, curried parsnip soup, and duck, chestnut and prune pie. There's also a good choice of British beers.
When: Open now
Where: Canteen Canary Wharf, Unit 2, Park Pavilion, 40 Canada Square, London, E14

Grace Opens in Soho

Posted 14 Oct 2009

It's a club, it's a bar, it's a restaurant… it's Grace, London's latest opening. Named after Grace Kelly, the glamorous new venue is sure to attract London's party people. The Terrace Bar and Restaurant is open from 12-11pm, serving light lunches and more substantial evening meals like sticky chilli lamb rump and wild mushroom ravioli. After dinner, you can party into the night at the cocktail bar and club.
When: Opens 15 Oct 2009
Where: Grace, 42-44 Great Windmill Street, London, W1

Damien Hirst Dinner at The Wallace Collection

Posted 14 Oct 2009

Love art but hate crowds? Head to The Wallace Collection for a private view of No Love Lost: New Paintings by Damien Hirst. After you've explored the show, you'll be treated to a fabulous French meal in The Wallace Restaurant. Choose from a three-course set menu including steak tartare and pan-fried sea bream, or a lavish feasting menu with quail's eggs, chargrilled rib of roast beef and homemade ice cream.
Cost: Three-course set menu £45, feasting menu £55
When: Friday and Saturday evenings until 24 Jan 10
Where: The Wallace Restaurant, The Wallace Collection, Hertford House, Manchester Square, London, W1