Fine Dining

D&D shutters sites in London and Leeds amid wider tranche of closures

05-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

D&D London has closed its Avenue and Radici restaurants in the capital, as well as East 59th in Leeds as part of a strategic review of its portfolio.

Uncorked: Sara Rossi

05-Jan-2023 By Joe Lutrario

The head sommelier at Clapham restaurant Trinity on Cathy Corison, underestimating Gavi and Giacomo Conterno's Cascina Francia.

D&D London shutters Bristol restaurant Klosterhaus - updated

05-Jan-2023 By Joe Lutrario

D&D London has closed its Klosterhaus restaurant in Bristol after just over two years of trading, with the group citing 'current economic challenges' as being partly behind the decision.

Ex-Francesco Mazzei chefs to launch Glasgow restaurant

04-Jan-2023 By Joe Lutrario

A trio of Italian chefs that all worked for high profile Italian chef restaurateur Francesco Mazzei will launch a restaurant within Glasgow’s Royal Exchange building early this year.

Papi pair launch crowdfund ahead of restaurant opening

03-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

The pair behind forthcoming restaurant and wine bar Papi in London's Hackney have launched a crowdfund to support the opening.

Kray Treadwell drops plans to expand 670 Grams, cutting covers instead

03-Jan-2023 By Restaurant

Kray Treadwell has scrapped his plans to extend his Digbeth restaurant 670 Grams, citing ‘circumstances out of our control’.

How The Palmerston became an instant hit with Edinburgh locals

03-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Since launching 18 months ago, James Snowdon and Lloyd Morse’s Edinburgh bistro The Palmerston has made waves with critics and diners thanks to its hearty cooking and competitive price point.

Asma Khan to relaunch Darjeeling Express in Kingly Court later this month

03-Jan-2023 By James McAllister

Asma Khan has confirmed she will launch the third iteration of her Indian restaurant Darjeeling Express later this month in London's Soho.

Latest opening: Maria G's Fulham

22-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Mere months after opening their first Maria G's restaurant, Robin Gill and Aaron Potter have launched a second iteration of the neighbourhood-style Italian brand on the riverside in London's Fulham.

Restaurant Radar: the key openings of 2023

22-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

2023 will see the opening of a number of high-profile restaurants across the country. Here's what you can expect.

Uncorked: Emanuel Pesqueira

21-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The head sommelier at Restaurant 1890 by Gordon Ramsay on the concept of balance, Portuguese winemaker Herdade do Rocim and the perils of opening Champagne at sea.

Angelo Sato’s Humble Chicken to go tasting menu-only in 2023

21-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Angelo Sato will drop a la carte at Humble Chicken and introduce an eight-course, £95 tasting menu next year in a bid to take his Soho flagship ‘to the next level’.

10 restaurant trends for 2023

21-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

The rise of the 'grocerant', gourmet kids menus, elevated sides, smaller menus and a renaissance in full-service roadside dining are among our predictions for the next 12 months.

Tom Sellers's new Mayfair restaurant to be called Dovetale

20-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Further details on chef Tom Sellers's new London restaurant, which is set to launch within 1 Hotel Mayfair next year, have been announced.

Fresh hope for future of Simpson’s Tavern as it secures ‘community value’ designation

19-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

A campaign to save historic London chophouse Simpson's Tavern has been given a boost after the restaurant was designated an asset of community value by the City of London Corporation.

'National day of action' sees Animal Rebellion target restaurants in Newcastle and London

19-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Climate justice movement Animal Rebellion has staged sit-down protests at London restaurant Dinner by Heston Blumenthal and Newcastle's House of Tides as part of a 'national day of action'.

Sustainable restaurant EDIT to launch in Hackney

16-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

A restaurant that champions a circular, low waste approach to cooking will open in Hackney next year.

Jeremy Chan: "Ikoyi will be the ultimate eating experience"

15-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The two-Michelin star restaurant is doubling down on its distinctive, ingredients-led approach having moved from its diminutive original site in St James's to a much larger site within the 180 The Strand building.

Latest opening: Furna

15-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Chef Dave Mothersill’s debut solo project is the most ambitious restaurant to have launched in Brighton & Hove for some time.

Uncorked: Melania Bellesini

15-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The head sommelier at The Fat Duck on overseeing a wine list that balances the classics with hidden gems and pairing venison with sake.

Manchester’s Schofield Brothers reveal debut restaurant concept

14-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The Schofield Brother’s upcoming restaurant at Manchester’s Stock Exchange Hotel will be called The Stock Market Grill and is set for a February launch.

Hungry Donkey team to launch Vori in Holland Park

14-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The team behind recently closed Greek restaurant Hungry Donkey will launch a neighbourhood restaurant in London’s Holland Park early next year.

Business Profile

Raz Helalat: ‘I don’t like operating in safe mode’

13-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The Brighton-based Black Rock Restaurants isn’t letting one of the bumpiest restaurant launches in recent memory interfere with its expansion plans.

Tom Cenci reveals more details for his ‘modern bistro’ Nessa

13-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Tom Cenci has revealed further details for his upcoming Soho restaurant Nessa, which was originally supposed to launch in October but is now opening in March.

Harriet Mansell to 'diversify' business with launch of wild food bakery

13-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Lyme Regis-based chef Harriet Mansell is to overhaul the site currently occupied by her tasting menu restaurant Robin Wylde and launch a bakery within the same space next year.

Sam’s Riverside 'may not survive the winter' after being forced to close outdoor terrace

12-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Sam Harrison has said his riverside restaurant in London's Hammersmith may not survive the winter after being forced by the council to remove a marquee from its outside terrace.

Latest opening: Casa

09-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

In going back to his roots cooking Italian food, Peter Sanchez-Iglesias demonstrates just how far he has come as a chef.

Quo Vadis to relaunch with double the number of covers

09-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Soho establishment Quo Vadis is to undergo a refurbishment that will double the number of covers it can do.

Miller Prada to head up new wood-fired Mayfair restaurant HUMO

09-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Chef Miller Prada will make his debut in January 2023 with the opening of a wood-fired kitchen in Mayfair.

Sam Harrison to launch Brentford restaurant

07-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

West London-based restaurateur Sam Harrison will open a restaurant and deli in nearby Brentford next summer.

Stuart Ralston to open third Edinburgh restaurant

06-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Aizle chef Stuart Ralston is going into partnership with his group operations director Jade Johnston to launch a third Edinburgh restaurant.

Budgie Montoya to relocate Sarap to Soho’s Kingly Court

06-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Ferdinand ‘Budgie’ Montoya is to relocate his Filipino restaurant to Soho’s Kingly Court next year.

Top pastry chef Sarah Frankland named executive chef at Penny Hill Park

06-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

High profile Sarah Frankland has been promoted from head pastry chef to executive chef at Surrey’s Penny Hill Park.

Bao Fitzrovia to close

06-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

JKS is closing its Bao Fitzrovia restaurant after nearly seven years.

Indian casual dining restaurant Kachori to launch in Elephant Park

05-Dec-2022 By Joe Lutrario

Restaurateur Sorowar Khan has teamed up with well-known hospitality consultant Humayun Hussain to open an Indian casual dining restaurant in Elephant & Castle’s Elephant Park.

Chef Daniel Heffy to head up new Liverpool restaurant Nord

02-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Chef Daniel Heffy is partnering with GSG.Hospitality to open fine dining restaurant Nord in Liverpool next year.

Latest opening: Saltie Girl

02-Dec-2022 By James McAllister

Boston-based US seafood restaurant Saltie Girl has brought its lobster rolls and vast selection of tinned fish to London's Mayfair.

Robbie Lorraine finds new site for his Only Food and Courses restaurant

02-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Robbie Lorraine has left his role at Boys Hall restaurant with rooms in Kent to open an permanent site of his Only Food and Courses restaurant.

Alex Webb on Park Lane becomes permanent restaurant

01-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Chef Alex Webb’s pop-up restaurant at London’s The InterContinental Park Lane London hotel will become a permanent fixture.

Margate restaurant Barletta to close following money scam

01-Dec-2022 By Restaurant

Margate restaurant Barletta has announced its closure having fallen victim to fraud that saw it lose £50,000.

Restaurant Radar December 2022

30-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

This month's key launches include Brighton chef Dave Mothersill's solo debut, hip Manchester restaurant Climat and a rebooted Ikoyi.

Latest opening: NOTTO

30-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

The Piccadilly restaurant is the latest entrant in London’s stuffed pasta market.

Uncorked: Emma Denney

30-Nov-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The head of wine at Restaurant St Barts on Covid temporarily robbing her of her sense of smell and taste, and a mysterious Furmint from her home country of New Zealand.

Vegan 'soul food' restaurant Amrutha Lounge launches crowdfund as it plans second site

29-Nov-2022 By James McAllister

South London vegan 'soul food' restaurant Amrutha Lounge has launched a crowdfund to support the launch of a second site.

Mr Nice to open in Mayfair early next year

25-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

French restaurant Mr Nice will open in Mayfair in early 2023.

Budgie Montoya to launch crowdfund to open permanent Sarap bistro

25-Nov-2022 By Restaurant

Chef Ferdinand ‘Budgie’ Montoya is to launch a crowdfund to open a permanent site for his modern Filipino restaurant Sarap.

Geoff Leong: 'I can’t eat other sushi after eating Taku's'

25-Nov-2022 By Joe Lutrario

The British Chinese restaurateur behind Leong’s Legend and Goldfish is jumping into the luxury market feet first with his new Mayfair omakase restaurant Taku.