The Best New London Restaurants, Bars and Pop-ups (May 2015)

Want to be in the know when it comes to the coolest new venues, awesome new pop-ups and secret events happening in London? You’ve come to the right place.

Here are the best London venue launches and pop-ups for this month. Make sure you’re signed up to our weekly emails to automatically get this loveliness delivered to your inbox every Thursday – you may even find a few offers and discounts popping up there soon.

New London restaurant and bar openings – May 2015 (so far):

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]On the Roof with Vintage Salt (at Selfridges)
Launched May 1st, Open throughout Summer
Vintage Salt in the third installment of Des McDonald’s fabulous On the Roof series at Selfridges, and could not be more perfect for Summer. Think 50’s style seaside trips brought right up to date, with deckchairs from which to sip your cocktails, mini beach huts and a menu that focuses on fish and seasonal bites. You can also visit the new Drift Bar, which specialises in delicious G&Ts, Craft Beers and English Sparkling Wines. Book, it will get busy.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Dalston Food Market.
Launched May 3rd, Open every Sunday 10am – 4pm
Perfect for foodies with families, or those who just want to spend their Sundays relaxing with some of London’s finest street food, including Chorizo Scotch eggs from Finest Fayre and delicious artisan breads from Aston’s. There are picnics, live music and kids activities so it’s a great place to hang out, eat, drink, dance and enjoy.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Fu Manchu, Clapham
Launched May 6th, Open Wed – Sunday (check hours)
I adore Dim Sum, and will happily travel to Clapham North to get it if it’s good! Fu Manchu is a stylish restaurant, bar and club serving great Dim Sum and killer cocktails with names like “The Kiss of Death”. (Well, the place is named after a Chinese villain). There’s a DJ until 3am on Friday and Saturday nights too. 

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]The Real Greek (St. Martin’s Lane)
Launched May 7th, Open Daily
The Real Greek have opened their 8th London restaurant on St Martin’s Lane. Known for their authentic Eastern Mediterranean dining experience, you can expect traditional dishes including hot and cold sharing plates such as salt cod, grilled octopus or lamb kefte, as well as chargrilled souvlaki wraps, and fresh salads, mixed with a modern and vibrant environment. The location is ideal, making it perfect for a business lunch, pre-theatre meal, date night or a meal with friends.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Antidote
Launched May 6th, Open Mon – Saturday
Antidote is a cute all-day wine bar with a restaurant upstairs run by Chris Jones (with input from Michelin starred Hedone Chef Mikael Jonsson. Most importantly, it has bookable outdoor space from 12-4pm. In Central London that’s almost unheard of, so get your bookings in early! Along with a fantastic wine list, Antidote also have an impressive selection of British and French cheeses and charcuterie, plus artisan breads from Hedone.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column] [column class=” col-sm-8″]Delancey & Co
Launched May 6th, Open Mon – Friday (Check hours)
This is one launch I’m particularly excited about. Think New York Deli, with sandwiches the size of your head, and you’ll get the picture. Choose from Salt Beef, Smoked Turkey or Smoked Salmon, combined with a variety of mustards or cheeses or slaws (This is making me hungry). There is also Prosecco on tap, and New York style cheesecake, which makes me very happy indeed. What’s not to love here??

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Berber & Q
Launched May 6th, Open Tues-Sun 6 – 11pm
Under the arches in Haggerston you’ll find uber-cool Berber & Q, a new Grill House that takes it’s influences from the Middle East, North Africa and NYC. Founders Josh Katz and Mattia Bianchi smoke their meats, then they’re marinated and basted in their own juices while being grilled over a bespoke Turkish mangal. The sides and vegetable dishes here are also delicious and of course, they’re serving craft beers and some original wines. Deep house kicks in around 9.30pm and the bar gets busy. If you’re near Kingsland Road and appreciate great hunks of meat, this is definitely one for you.

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[/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Crosstown Doughnuts
Launched May 12th, Open daily (check hours)
London’s favourite doughnut pop-up has found it’s first permanent home in Soho. These doughnuts are AMAZING, with original and sensational flavours including peanut butter & berry, sea salt caramel & banana cream and orange chocolate. They’re also exclusively serving Assembly Roast coffee which is well worth the try. PLUS – they’ll even deliver within a certain area, which is excellent news. Except for those of you on a diet of course. Then it’s DANGEROUS.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Maze Grill Royal Hospital Road
Launched May 12th, Open every day (check times)
Situated on the former site of Foxtrot Oscar, Gordon Ramsay’s third Maze Grill has opened it’s doors. Inspired by Manhatten Grills, expect burgers of the best quality, grilled steaks and fish and delightful British puddings. The Mayfair and Park Road Maze Grills are excellent – so expect more of the same.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Sticks n Sushi Canary Wharf
Launched May 13th, Open Daily (Check hours)
Sticks n Sushi opened their 4th London venue this month (adding to the 11 already open in Denmark), at Canary Wharf’s new Crossrail Place. Serving high quality fresh food that includes more than just fish – with plenty of options for the meat and vegetable lovers too – thanks to skewers served straight from the grill. Inspired by the founders half Japanese, half Danish background, Sticks n Sushi is known for being friendly, progressive and affordable.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Pump Shoreditch
Launched 14th May, Open 11 – 11pm daily through Summer
Pump Shoreditch is a Summer street food pop-up based in a disused Petrol Station on Shoreditch high street, packed with ace vendors. Try Mark Hix’s Fish Dogs (best fish fingers ever), J-Dog Japanese inspired Hot-Dogs, authentic Mexican tacos from Tacotitlan or award-winning pizza from Pizza Rossa. There’s also great DJs and art-installations – you’ll definitely know you’re in Shoreditch.

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[row][column class=” col-sm-4″][/column][column class=” col-sm-8″]Carom at Madison Summer Pop-Up
Launched May 18th, Open lunch + dinner until 18th June
While the fantastic Carom Soho is unfortunately currently closed due to a fire, Head Chef Vishnu Natarajan isn’t putting his feet up and having a rest. Oh no. Instead, he’s taken over one of London’s gorgeous rooftop spaces for a month long pop-up. They’ll be serving all of Carom’s signature dishes, along with lighter bites(such as spinach fritters, chicken tikka lollipops and tiger prawn skewers) priced from just £4. Spicy food and one of London’s best views. Sounds like a winner to me.

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