Jonny Lake and Isa Bal will open the unnamed restaurant in Snowsfield Yards this autumn
Ex Fat Duck duo — chef Jonny Lake and Master Sommelier Isa Bal — have confirmed that their London restaurant debut will be open at the Snowsfields Yard development at London Bridge, next to or on the site formerly occupied by Londrino, which closed earlier this year.
The duo, who worked together at Heston Blumenthal’s three-Michelin-starred restaurant for over 12 years, announced their collaboration one year ago. Since, rumours circulated about a potential Mayfair opening. But the hotly anticipated debut from a duo which fronted the world’s so-called best restaurant for over a decade appears to be flouting fine dining convention. Today, a statement says they will open “an informal, high-quality dining restaurant utilising the finest ingredients and wines, and will aim to deliver an unrivalled taste experience.”
The name of the restaurant is yet to be released. The restaurant is scheduled to open in autumn 2019. No date has yet been confirmed.
“We were looking for an open and contemporary space in a vibrant area – somewhere relaxed and fun where we can celebrate what is in the glass and on the plate,” Bal said in a statement.
Lake added: “The location ticked all the boxes — it is tucked away on a quiet street near London Bridge and Borough Market in an area that is fun, exciting and full of life.”
The 3,500 square feet space will feature a restaurant, wine bar, and cellar with seating for 75 guests in the dining room, and an additional 20-25 guests in the bar.
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