The 17 Hottest New Restaurant Openings
As always, an abundance of restos have opened up this month, proving October isn’t all about Halloween but also about idyllic food spots of all shapes and sizes. From a buzzing Italian in Redchurch Townhouse which charms families for candlelit gatherings, to The Wright Brother’s with their seafood offerings, oh… and finally we welcome a Mrs. Fogg’s (better late than never, eh?!). Whatever your food fancy, there’s something for everyone!
Onima
Onima plays with sumptuous colours one might find inside any up-market exclusive venue, blood reds and black taking precedence; a far cry from staple Mykonos embellishments of terracotta and shades of blue. It’s cosy whilst being luxe, emanating real date-night vibes. Designed by Greek interior designers Archset, there’s a real love affair going on with plush velvet sofas and grandiose art-work. Walking into the restaurant, the eye catches the glimmering bar; a centre-point where mixologists are working their magic. The interiors blend well with the dimly-lit room, providing a strikingly sexy atmosphere. And, on the sexy front, the loos are follow suit. It’s one of those where everything looks good, big appetite or no. The food waltzes between Mediterranean and Asian influence and mixes flavours of Greek, Italian and Japanese cuisine. Sashay between a menu emboldened by options, from meat offerings to fish, salads or mezze. On par with the chichi interior, the menu also boasts a ‘From The Josper’ section; this being coveted food such as Wagya beef ribeye and Greek seabass cooked over Japanese “Binchotan” charcoal.
Where: 1-3 Avery Row, Mayfair, W1K 4AJ
Website: www.onimarestaurant.com
Wright Brothers Soho Oyster House
Wright Brother have re-opened their restaurant in Soho. To go with the re-launch there’s a new seafood sharing menu replete with and cocktail menu with barrel-aged cocktails, alongside outdoor terraces, seafood feasts and much more.
Where: Kingly Court, 13 Kingly Street, London W1B 5PW, United Kingdom
Website: www.thewrightbrothers.co.uk
Soho Residence
Over here at The Handbook we just love a refurb, of any size, shape and form! Which is why we’ve got ourselves in a real tizzy over the refurb of the year, as Soho’s iconic Roundhouse undergoes a one million pound refurb. The sexy new space, set to open at the end of the month, will reopen as Soho Residence in London’s West End. So, what’ve we got to look forward to (aside from moreish food and tasty drinks?) Well, the bar club and lounge (triple threat) will hold a whopping capacity of 350 meaning you can along and take all your chums. The building itself holds a hella a lot of history, having been erected in 1982. Prior to being the latest addition to our bucket list, the Roundhouse building existed as blues and skiffle clubs, with renowned performers from across the globe gracing it with their presence.
The venue will offer an opulent gin parlour with plush sofas for when Mothers Ruin takes its toll and where the good times will beGIN with different variations of the spirit. There will also be a botanical cocktail bar with a bringing the outdoors in kinda theme. The space will be Aden with hanging plants, botanicals akin to the cocktails being served up, banquette seating, and an enigmatic Soho vibe!
Where: a83-85 Wardour Street
Website: www.sohoresidence.co.uk
