London is set to experience a flurry of exciting culinary openings, with the trend expected to continue in 2024. This vibrant city is poised to become a haven for food enthusiasts, as Michelin-starred chefs and renowned restaurants make their mark with new ventures.
Acclaimed Korean chef Akira Back is preparing to make his debut in London with the launch of two new restaurants at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair. The first, Akira Back, will showcase a delectable menu featuring a selection of his signature dishes. The second, Dosa, will offer a unique counter-style format to showcase Korean cuisine. Both establishments are scheduled to open in 2024.
In addition to this, the famous Ibiza beach club, Blue Marlin, is expanding its presence to London with the introduction of a new members-only club at the Mondrian Shoreditch hotel. Complete with a sushi bar and a rooftop pool, this new venue is expected to become a luxurious hotspot in the city.
Further adding to the culinary landscape, the Japanese-Mexican fusion restaurant Los Mochis is gearing up to open a larger flagship branch in the City, offering breathtaking panoramic views of London from its 3,000 sq. ft. terrace. The restaurant will maintain its unique concept that made its Notting Hill location a success, with new menu additions overseen by renowned ex-Nobu chef Leonard Tanyag.
London is not just welcoming new additions, but also witnessing the return of iconic establishments. Restaurateur Jeremy King, known for his success with Corbin & King, is set to launch The Park, a European grand cafe-inspired restaurant at the Park Modern building. Additionally, the legendary Le Caprice will be relaunched as Arlington, with a renewed focus on familiar, yet modern offerings.
Furthermore, esteemed jazz musician YolanDa Brown OBE is preparing to open Soul Mama in Islington, a vibrant Afro-Caribbean restaurant that will celebrate authentic tastes from Africa, the Caribbean, and South America, accompanied by live music performances.
Other anticipated openings include the revival of Holland Park’s beloved Julie’s under new ownership, and the introduction of Hollywood star Danny Trejo’s successful taco concept, Trejo’s Tacos, to London with its first UK branch in Notting Hill.
The list of exciting launches doesn’t end there, with Morchella, a Mediterranean restaurant and wine bar by the founders of Perilla in Exmouth Market, and The Emory, a luxurious all-suite hotel in Knightsbridge with a rooftop restaurant by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, also on the horizon.
Finally, the revival of noughties favourite Gilgamesh in Covent Garden, along with the launch of Effie, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant at the revamped Whiteley’s building, are set to further diversify London’s thriving dining scene in 2024.
With all these upcoming developments, 2024 promises to be an exceptional year for London’s food and beverage enthusiasts, offering something for every palate, from Michelin-starred cuisine to international flavours, and trendy new hotspots. Here’s to an exciting year of new culinary adventures in London!
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