Alan Yau buys Soho pub the Endurance for new concept
Wagamama and Hakkasan founder Alan Yau is set to launch a new Chinese gastro pub, following his purchase of the Endurance pub in London's Soho.
The 4,500 sq ft site on Berwick Street is expected to close for a complete refurbishment, with re-opening expected in early 2014.
Leisure property adviser Davis Coffer Lyons (DCL) was appointed by pub owner Hope & Glory to manage its sale.
Josh Leon, associate director at DCL commented: "Alan Yau is highly successful in the restaurant industry, but few details have yet been released about this, his first foray into Soho pubs.
"Exactly what he is going to do remains to be seen, but I am sure it will be new and interesting with his trademark attention to detail and high standards."