Restaurant Reviews

255 Paradise Row, London E2 9LE

The people behind bars Dram and Oranj have teamed up for this Bethnal Green opening, which is part cocktail bar, part residency. On the drinks side, you'll find great cocktails and a wine list which celebrates female winemakers. On the food side, that comes from long-term residency Tasca which combines both Spanish and Portuguese influences from an ex Sager & Wild chef. Expect dishes like shellfish escabeche on the menu.

60 Dean Street, London W1D 6AW

Originally a Spitalfields market trader, this is Crunch's first permanent space where they serve up sandwiches between "brioche inspired" bread (they've altered the recipe to cut back on the sweetness). Fillings include slow-cooked Gressingham duck leg, truffle beef patties and a Southern-fried chicken cutlet and their steak sandwich is extremely popular. Make sure to leave room for their French toast.

18 Thayer St, London W1U 3JY

Nin took over what was Pachamama (run by the same group) and changed the restaurant to a vibey Mediterranean affair. The restaurant is made up of a warren of rooms around a glitzy central bar space, while the food is a mix of small and medium Med-focused fare like arancini, pastas and an enormous sharing tiramisu. Make sure to take a look at their mini 'Tinis cocktail selection too.

72 Rivington Street, London EC2A 3AY

Bône arrived with little fanfare to become one of the most popular restaurants in Shoreditch. Run by chef Nas Sharif, the restaurant runs a tight menu (that's also halal) with just two choices (at the time of writing, that's short rib or Atlantic salmon) and deserts like brown butter French toast with custard. That focus has made the restaurant one of Shoreditch's hot tickets.