To open any really successful pub in London, you need a dream team. The Devonshire in Soho has that in spades, so does the group behind The Pelican and The Hero. Entering the fray next, in Queen's Park, are the group behind the reopening of neighbourhood pub The Salusbury.
First up is co-owner Gareth Cooper who might not have done pubs before but knows a thing or two about big crowds as he also runs Broadwick Live who are behind places like Drumsheds and Koko. His business partner is former DJ and music promoter Alex Payne who has most recently opened two successful hospitality openings in the Cotswolds, a top boutique hotel and a Michelin-noted pub. The final, and most crucial, element is the chef and for this opening they've brought in Tarryn Bingle, whose CV includes stints at The Pem, La Trompette and Arbutus.
The menu sounds like it has loads to entice Londoners in through the doors including Dorset crab cacio e pepe; beef tartare with smoked bone marrow cream and pommes paille and a wobbly custard tart. There's a separate bar food menu if you just fancy popping in for a drink and a snack like Parmesan churros or a Scotch egg.
Where this really strays into Devonshire territory is the promise that, given the owners' musical backgrounds, of "the likelihood of some very familiar faces appearing unannounced for impromptu events over the weeks and months after opening." That feels very much like the Devonshire's Green Room vibe.
Payne, whose local this is, says: "[The Salusbury] has always had a fun air of mischief about it which we intend to keep alive. We’re not here to take ourselves too seriously; we just want to give Queen’s Park a brilliant place to meet friends, share great food, and have a laugh."
More about The Salusbury
Where is it? 50-52 Salusbury Rd, London NW6 6NN
When does it open? Pub opens 8 July. Dining room opens 15 July 2025
Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @thesalusbury
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