New London Venues That Should Be On Your Radar This October

1. Underbelly Boulevard

Later this month, Soho will see a very exciting opening indeed. The popular Underbelly Festival now have their very own events venue with a rotating roster of live shows, experiences, and residencies alongside their regular Club Kabarett show. Their opening show will see the iconic Bernie Dieter and her haus band returning to the UK with their signature hazy immersive night of provocatively hilarious kabarett. Bag your ticket now to be one of the first to witness an evening of witty original songs alongside a breathtaking circus and fire-breathing sideshow. The venue is now also the home of London’s very own Cafe Kitty, offering theatre set menus, indulgent lunches, and even the perfect romantic dinner in the heart of Soho.

‍Open 17th October 2023

 Location: 6 Walker’s Court, London W1F 0BT

2. Bistro Freddie

From the talented team behind Crispin and Bar Crispin, Bistro Freddie has now taken its place on Shoreditch’s Luke Street as an all-new traditional bistro with a British twist. Open for lunch and dinner, expect to see seasonal appetisers, bold mains, and fire-cooked meats inspired by classic British and French gastronomy. As for sipping potential, the all-French wine list has been curated to perfection having undergone a deep dive into all corners of the country. With an intimate 45-cover space, it’ll be the ideal spot for a cosy date night with hearty food and fine wines, or a casual catch up with your nearest and dearest.

‍Open 30th September 2023

‍Location: 74 Luke Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 4PY

3. Bambi

Filling up the empty space that Bright left behind in Hackney’s Netil House is Bambi, a fresh, music-led wine bar concept complete with an impressive record collection, a hi-fi sound system, and a DJ booth ready for some unforgettable nights to come. Not only will guests be delving into the wine list, but they may also be interested in the kitchen led by Bib Gourmand chef Henry Freestone offering a coffee and sandwich vibe during the day and the perfect hearty wine accompaniments for when the sun goes down. 

‍Open 6 October 2023

‍Location: 1 Westgate Street, London E8 3RL

4. Bébé Bob

To celebrate the 15th birthday of their original restaurant, the team behind Bob Bob Ricard have blessed Londoners with a sibling! Aptly named, Bébé Bob was born out of love for the finer things in life - rotisserie chicken, caviar, fine wine, and of course, champagne. If chicken is always your meat of choice, you’ll feel right at home with two variations on offer with fresh, cooked to order Vendée chicken from Pays de la Loire or Landais chicken from Gascony complemented by a curated wine list from all over the world. Book your table before the 15th of October for 30% off all food as part of their soft-opening offer.

‍Open 4th October 2023

‍Location: 37 Golden Square, London W1F 9LB

5. Kanpai Sake Brewery & Taproom

After calling Peckham their home for seven years, Kanpai decided it was time to pack up their sake tanks and embark on a brand new adventure… on the same side of the river. Now feeling right at home at the top of Bermondsey Beer Mile, the UK’s first sake brewery has pushed the boundaries of their creativity; installing more taps for access to their award-winning sake, a viewing platform which overlooks their buzzy brewery, and have even thrown in some pretty special events for those that love a social sip or two. 

‍Open 29th September 2023

‍Location: 48 Druid Street, London SE1 2EZ

Coming very soon...

Lane7

Guaranteed to be on the radar of all instagrammers, a multi-floor bowling alley with Lane7’s signature glow-in-the-dark graffiti aesthetic is soon to be open in London’s Victoria. Whilst getting into some fancy pin-bashing, visitors will also have the opportunity to get involved in an equally eye-catching 18-hole mini golf course, a Patty & Bun burger outlet, and a bespoke basement attraction - the purpose of which is mysteriously yet to be revealed... Judging from their already existing bowling alleys across the UK, we are definitely in for a treat. 

‍Open November 2023

‍Location: TBC, Victoria

Main photo credit: Bambi

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