The latest hospitality venues to open their doors across the UK in November 2023
From the best new restaurants to the buzziest new hotels, there are plenty of new openings happening this month.
Bone Daddies' Leicester Square site is one of the latest restaurants to open up in London, with two floors of pimped-up ramen and Japanese-inspired sides with a western twist. As a special welcome, the restaurant has introduced an exclusive ramen special that echoes the rising popular streetfood of the area – Korean hot dogs. This one is coated in crunchy ramen, drizzled with sweet mustard and filled with comforting mashed potato and cheese.
The Caterer team headed down for a bite, and saw how the brand has taken a narrow building next to the station and turned it into a neon-lit, Tokyo-style, swanky little space, with drinks stations on both floors and a dumbwaiter to ferry food between the two. The K-dog ramen was an innovative twist on a trendy dish, showing how a special menu item can hit notes of both exciting buzz and local flavours.
As for the rest of the country, excitingly Leeds is getting its own Flat Iron, dishing up the classic steaks in the city. Also Leeds will see a new restaurant Blue Pavilion, that showcases regional dishes from across China.
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Linden Stores, Cheshire
Chef Chris Boustead and Oklava founder Laura Christie have opened restaurant, wine bar and shop Linden Stores in Knutsford, Cheshire.
This is the third iteration of the concept, which was first launched in London's Islington in 2017. The original site closed in early 2020 and moved to Audlem, Cheshire, as part of the pair's relocation in 2021.
The latest venture features a 40-cover restaurant that offers seasonal British food. Dishes make use of foraged ingredients and local suppliers from Manchester and the market town of Knutsford.
Boustead has committed to a zero-waste approach, meaning that any off-cuts and excess produce go towards cooking stock or daily specials.
Opened 23 November
Typical dishes Lyme Bay mussels; chicken liver pâté with crackers and apple; Yorkshire charcuterie board
Address 15 Minshull Street, Knutsford WA16 6HG
Website www.lindenstores.co.uk
Roti King, Waterloo, London
Malaysian street food brand Roti King is set to open its third restaurant, in London's Waterloo. The 50-cover site will feature an open kitchen, exposed brickwork and Malaysian street art. Founder Sugen Gopal has placed an emphasis on plant-based dishes.
Opening 1 December
Typical dish Char kuey teow (stir-fried flat rice noodles with egg, prawns and chicken)
Address 97 Lower Marsh SE1 7AB
Website www.rotiking.co.uk
B Bagel, Camden, London
B Bagel has opened its fourth site in London's Camden, following launches in Tottenham Court Road, Soho and Fulham Road, offering 26 covers and bagels from £3.50. The chain aims to open four further sites in the next six months.
Opened 23 November
Typical flavours Smoked salmon and cream cheese; hot salt beef; chicken schnitzel
Address 136-138 Camden High Street, London NW1 0LU
Website www.bbagel.co.uk
Cafe Andaluz, Stockbridge, Edinburgh
Cafe Andaluz has opened in Edinburgh's Stockbridge. The 120-cover restaurant offers an all-day Iberian-inspired tapas menu and features bright interiors. The brand launched its first site in Glasgow in 2002.
Opened 10 November
Typical dishes Gambas pil pil; paella; pulpo a la gallega (pan-fried octopus pan-fried with white wine, potato, smoked paprika and lemon juice)
Address 122 Raeburn Place, Edinburgh EH4 1HG
Website www.cafeandaluz.com
The Gosling, Kent
Nick Levantis and Darryl Healy, the team behind the Swan in Kent, have partnered once again to launch the Gosling in Surrey. The modern European restaurant and bar will be led by executive chef Mark Wadsworth, most recently head chef at the Salt Room in Brighton.
Opening Late November
Typical dishes Rock oysters, shallot vinegar, lemon; Sussex wagyu steak burger
Address Chertsey Road, Woking GU21 5NL
Website www.thegosling.co.uk
Brooke, Clapham, London
Neighbourhood restaurant and bar Brooke has opened in London's Clapham. Founder Eamonn Manson, who also owns Brook House in Fulham, has partnered with co-owners Olivia Hudson and Martyn Young to launch the gastropub diner.
Chef Young, who was previously at the Dover Street Arts Club and Leiths School of Food and Wine, has created a seasonal menu showcasing traditional English dishes.
The restaurant features a heated outdoor terrace and a main dining room decorated with dark wood panelling, teal leather booths and antique books.
General manager Marcia Figueiredo has created a cocktail menu with a mix of classics and Brooke's signature serves, including the New York Sour.
Opened 2 November
Typical dishes Wild seabass ceviche, jalapeño yogurt; Argentinian red prawns with green chilli miso emulsion; beef cheek and pickled walnut pie, spinach, dauphinoise potato, red wine jus
Address 33-35 Abbevile Road, London SW4 9LA
Website www.brookeclapham.com
Dishoom, Battersea, London
Dishoom will be opening its first south London restaurant and 11th overall site in Battersea. The 235-cover diner and bar will feature futuristic Hindi typeface walls and more than 100 pieces of vintage furniture.
Opening December
Typical dishes Bhatti chicken; murgh malai, okra fries; gunpowder potatoes; spicy lamb chops
Address 42 Electric Boulevard, Nine Elms, London SW11 8BJ
Website www.dishoom.com
Flat Iron, Leeds
Steakhouse Flat Iron is set to open a 110-cover restaurant in Leeds in the former Church Institute. The signature Flat Iron steak will be available alongside beef specials, such as Wagyu cuts of the day and Scottish bavette.
Opening November
Typical dishes The Flat Iron steak; crispy bone marrow garlic mash; truffled macaroni cheese
Address 9A Lands Lane, Leeds LS1 6AW
Website flatironsteak.co.uk
Breakfast Club, Covent Garden, London
The Breakfast Club will be opening its 15th ‘caf' in London's Covent Garden. The 894 sq ft site will be dog- and child-friendly, and vegan and vegetarian options will be available.
Opening 18 November
Typical dishes The All American (bacon, sausage, homestyle potatoes, fried eggs and maple syrup); loaded ranch, bacon and Parmesan tater tots; smoky chorizo beans
Address 55 Neal Street, London WC2H 9PJ
Website www.thebreakfastclubcafes.com
Little Lines, Chelsea, London
Ready-to-drink cocktails brand Black Lines has partnered with partnered with fashion brand Rixo at its flagship store in London's Chelsea to open the Little Lines bar. Shoppers can enjoy both classic and contemporary cocktails served around the centrepiece rotunda.
Opened 12 October
Typical drinks Spicy Tommy's Margarita; Aperol spritz; pear and white tea fizz
Address 114-116 Kings Road, London SW3 4TX
Website blacklinesdrinks.com
Fuego, Kingston upon Thames, London
Department store Fenwick has launched its fourth own-brand restaurant, Fuego, in Kingston upon Thames in London. The Mediterranean-inspired tapas restaurant also offers masterclasses, such as sommelier-hosted wine pairing evenings.
Opened 1 October
Typical dishes Pata negra ham; gambas a la plancha
Address The Bentall Centre, Wood Street, Kingston upon Thames, London KT1 1TX
Website www.fenwick.co.uk
Estiva, Chelsea, London
Chelsea Harbour Hotel & Spa in London has relaunched the Estiva bar and restaurant. Surf and turf dishes have been influenced by Mediterranean summers and cocktails have been inspired by the ocean.
Opened 1 November
Typical dishes Crab; oysters; cooked tiger prawns; chicken cordon bleu; roti de boeuf
Address Chelsea Harbour Drive, London SW10 0XG
Website www.millenniumhotels.com
Bar Levan, Peckham, London
Mark Gurney and Matt Bushnell of Levan restaurant and bar will be adding Bar Levan to their Peckham portfolio. The 34-seater south London wine bar will be the first project from the pair following their amicable split from Nicholas Balfe, who now oversees Holm in Somerset alone.
The Parisian-style neighbourhood bar will offer shareable snacks alongside a varied selection of organic and biodynamic wines. Older vintages will also be available, as well as a focused aperitif and mezcal list.
Gurney's background as a record label owner and DJ will also influence the atmosphere of Bar Levan, as guests will be able to drink to a carefully curated selection of vinyl played on a vintage sound system.
Bar Levan is set to host guest chef takeovers and music and wine nights in due course.
Opening 23 November
Typical dishes Charcuterie; croque monsieurs
Address Unit 5, 12-16 Blenheim Grove, Peckham SE15 4QL
Website www.barlevan.co.uk
Clap, Knightsbridge, London
Dubai-based Japanese restaurant Clap is set to open in London's Knightsbridge under culinary director Renald Epie. The diner takes inspiration from Tokyo's night life and also offers imaginative cocktails such as Takashi-gawa and Detective Conan.
Opening December
Typical dishes Hokkaido scallops and foie gras; wagyu beef tartare
Address 12-14 Basil St, London SW3 1AJ
Website claprestaurant.com
Wacky Wombat, Soho, London
Bartender Nico de Soto of Mace New York and Danico Paris has launched subterranean bar Wacky Wombat in London's Soho. It marks his first return to London since he collaborated with Experimental Cocktail Club. Drinks have been inspired by his travels, with the current menu showcasing Australian ingredients.
Opened 1 November
Typical drinks Overland Track; Der Raum
Address Manette St, James St, London W1D 4AL
Website daroco.com
La Bibliothèque, Haggerston, London
The team behind cocktail bar Map Maison in east London have opened a restaurant with rooms in Haggerston. Head chef James Mayle has created a menu that infuses Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine, while the cocktail offering is led by Melissa Frangi.
Opened 26 October
Typical dishes Kombu braised lamb shoulder; Tunworth cheese ice cream
Address 325 Kingsland Road, London E8 4DL
Website www.labibliotheque.co.uk
Sune, Hackney, London
Sommelier Honey Spencer and partner Charlie Sims are set to open a neighbourhood restaurant in London's Hackney. Head chef is Michael Robins, who spent two years as head chef at Pidgin in Hackney.
Opening Late November
Typical dishes Egg, chips and anchovy; za'atar spiced lamb ribs, honey, harissa and salted yoghurt
Address 129A Pritchard's Road, London E2 9AP
Website www.sune.restaurant
Three Uncles, St Paul's, London
Hong Kong-style Siu Mei masters, Three Uncles, has opened its fourth site in London's St Paul's. The founders, who are three childhood friends, are offering a variety of house-roasted Cantonese meats alongside Hong Kong milk tea and soon-to-be-released Three Uncles beer.
Opened 1 November
Typical dishes Lo Mien noodles; soya chicken
Address 3 Old Bailey, London EC4M 7BG
Website www.threeunlces.co.uk
Blue Pavilion, Leeds
The team behind Japanese diner Blue Sakura in Leeds are expanding their footprint in the city with Blue Pavilion. The £3m restaurant offers regional cuisines from across China, as well as a selection of wines and premium cocktails.
Opened 30 October
Typical dishes Golden crispy iberico pork char siu; fillet steak in mongolian sauce
Address 90 Merrion St, Leeds LS2 8LW
Website www.bluepavilion.co.uk
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