Restaurant Reviews

56b South Molton Street, London W1K 5SH

Tucked down an alleyway off South Moulton Street, this new omakase restaurant from the owners of next-door Chisou feels like a secret discovery. There are just 10 seats, so everyone gets a ringside view of the kitchen action by husband and wife team of Tamas Naszai and Tomoko Hasegawa (both ex-Tokimeitē). Faultless sushi and sashimi follows with a menu that changes daily.

275 Old Brompton Road, London SW5 9JA

Ukrainian Chef Yurii Kovryzhenko has been an ambassador of Ukrainian cuisine for years and has now established his own restaurant in London. Expect an exploration of Ukrainina cuisine.

55 Baring St, London N1 3DS

This pub (previously The Poet) is reborn as The Baring with an impressive team behind it. In the kitchen is Rob Tecwyn (ex Dabbous and Kerridge's) and the pub is run by Adam Symonds (ex Orasay and Six Portland Road). They're offering up a a seasonal menu, showcasing provenance and aiming for a low environmental impact.

57 Newington Grn, London N16 9PX

This Stoke Newington wine comes from Francis Roberts and Tom Beattie who also run the wine importers Beattie & Roberts - so you can be assured that a lot of attention is paid to the wine list. The food is just a draw, however. They've teamed up with charcutier George Jephson and chef Jamie Smart on the menu.