The space in its previous incarnation as Lyle's
Earlier this year, after more than a decade in business, James Lowe's Lyle's shut up shop for good. Since May, the restaurant has been vacant, but now we're starting to hear about what might be replacing it. Now, thanks to an eagle-eyed Hot Dinners reader, we think we know what's opening there next.
Given that the major backers of Lyle's were JKS, who we assume retain the lease of the space, it seemed likely that they'd replace it with another of their brands. After all, that's what they did with Lowe's previous venture Flor in Borough Market, which is now a Berenjak. Here it seems they'll be launching their latest Hoppers outpost. It's been nearly six years since Hoppers' last opening in King's Cross, so it seems about time for a new outpost in this part of town.
That's all we know for the moment, but expect this to be one of the smaller Hoppers in the group (tiny Soho original notwithstanding) offering a similar menu to the others. Led by co-founder Karan Gokani, Hoppers is "inspired by the toddy shops, coastal journeys, and spice gardens of Sri Lanka". Signature dishes are their mutton rolls, and their karis, like their jaggery lamb kari, served with Sri Lankan hoppers. Their bone marrow varuval and roti is also excellent.
It's early days on this one, without an official announcement, so as soon as we hear more, we'll let you know.
Thanks to Hot Dinners reader Lee for the tip.
More about Hoppers
Where is it? Tea Building, 56 Shoreditch High Street, London E1 6JJ
When? Likely 2026
Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @HoppersLondon.
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