Discover Soul Mama, an immersive dining & music experience blending the vibrant culinary traditions of Africa, the Caribbean and South America. Listed in the Evening Standard’s "Top Restaurants to Look Forward to in 2024," Launched by acclaimed musician and broadcaster YolanDa Brown OBE DL with music manager and creative entrepreneur Adetokunbo “T” Oyelola, Soul Mama is not just a restaurant but a celebration of music and food. Through a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign, Soul Mama became a Guinness World Record Holder as the largest Kickstarter-funded restaurant globally.Under the inspired direction of Executive Chef Aleandro Brown, Soul Mama’s menu celebrates a rich fusion of flavours that transports diners on a culinary journey. His passion for cooking was cultivated in Jamaica, learning from Grandma's kitchen. He has honed his expertise across prestigious kitchens, from The Ritz to Gordon Ramsay's establishments. Join us on a live music night or for an intimate dinner.
Indulge in lavish Turkish dining at De Roya, a new gem in East London. From lunch to evening, relish our sumptuous offerings in an opulent atmosphere. Let our mixologists dazzle you with their inventive cocktails, adding a new flare to your dining experience. Join us for an unforgettable journey of flavour and luxury.
Grow is hidden haven in Hackney Wick with a heated and covered terrace next to the River Lea. The menu is inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on sustainability. Our menu is primarily plant-led but we also offer ethically sourced meat options. As well as being a cosy spot for brunch, lunch, coffee and chat, you can expect a broad range of live music & performances on weekday evenings and DJ led events on the weekends. Whatever you’re after, Grow provides an escape from the hustle and bustle of busy city life.
Big Easy Bar.B.Q & Lobstershack. Home smoked Bar.B.Q, Fresh East Coast Lobster, Frozen slushy cocktails, over 500 whiskies, rums, ice cold beers on tap, live bands every night.
Inspired by yakitori izakayas, Big Night is going to be putting seasonal British-ish produce on sticks and cooking it on our charcoal grill. The food will be simple, loud and fun, perfect to be eaten with a beer in hand and friends at your side.The menu will draw on a variety of influences rather than pretending to adhere to the concept of an authentic cuisine (this is not a Japanese restaurant). With respect to traditions, we will be cooking with integrity and creativity with ingredients and flavours that we love and are passionate about, in a way that is innovative rather than traditional, and most importantly, tasty tasty delicious. We’re talking lamb hearts, smoked beetroots, pickled mussels, seasonal kimchis, miso banoffee.We want everyone to feel at home here, a place for people to come together, the tables will be communal, you'll be asking your neighbour to pass the chilli oil and cheersing the whole table with a round of shots and sauerkraut. See you soon x
The Standard is a Gastro Bar located in Essex. Our unique Roof Garden offers scenic alfresco dinning options not to be rivalled locally! Our industrialesq chic gastro bar offers a relaxed and welcoming loft inspired atmosphere, where we specialise in serving only the Freshest Produce throughout our extensive Lunch & Dinner Menu late into the evening for the night owls, and a classic Sunday Roast weekly from noon until late. Known for our bespoke cocktail menu, created alongside the elite mixologists at Moet & Hennessy, as well as a specially curated Wine Lists from the Masters Sommeliers at Enotria & Coe, we offer a fresh and luxurious twist on the classics in addition to your signature cocktails.Praised for his experience and accolade winning past, Executive Chef Billy Cronin has previously held positions at The Lanesborough Hotel, The London Coliseum, Theatre Royal, Honourable Artillery Company as well as Executive Chef at The Tate Modern.
Reservations for lunch & dinner only. We always save tables for walk-in drinks. Modern Mediterranean food boasting flavours from the French Riviera to the Middle East, accompanied by a large selection of Premium Traditional & Natural wines from our Bottle Shop. If you are looking for something special, join us for our Live Music nights every Friday & Saturday, and our “All You Can Eat Raclette” every 2nd Wednesday of the month.
Serving theatrical drinks and cocktails late into the night alongside a delicious menu of Asian-inspired dishes. The vibrant and playful destination entertains, inspires and excites guests from the moment they step inside.Our dress code is smart-casual and quite relaxed. We just ask that the general look does not appear too sporty i.e. tracksuits/football shirts/baseball caps. Smart trainers are allowed. We do not allow flip flops to be worn.
