The Eastside Inn, London

Former Michelin-starred chef Bjorn van der Horst (ex-Greenhouse and La Noisette) has launched his first solo venture. Located in Farringdon, it is divided into a bistro and fine dining restaurant and features a central open kitchen.

Opened 19 May

Owners Bjorn and Justine van der Horst

Head chef Nicholas Ward

Restaurant director Justine van der Horst

Designer Cobban Design Associates

Capacity Bistro 50; restaurant 34; plus 12 private dining

Menu The bistro offers a classic regional French menu with daily changing specials, while the fine-dining restaurant includes a seven-course tasting menu.

Average spend Bistro £30; restaurant £65

Address 40 St John Street, London EC1M 4AY

Telephone 020 7490 9240 (bistro); 020 7490 9230 (restaurant)

Websitewww.esilondon.com

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