New retailers / restaurants opening?

slats

Should've stayed where it was. Loved season when it first opened, not been in since it changed to a more Prix fixe model..

Papa

It's tough for restaurants and cafes at the moment... even really good ones.

Ali

It would be a shame if Neil moved onto something else. He is talented and has been adventurous in the various offerings he has curated around here although I wasn't convinced with the Sunderland chip shop concept

Arkady

Tenmaru, the new ramen place, is pretty great.

thompson

That is very good news. The Old Dairy has gone a bit downhill - has there been a change of ownership or chef? On the other hand, we went to dinner at Stapleton Tavern about two weeks ago and it was excellent.

Sutent

Went to Tenmaru was really good
They have a vegan section which is fantastic.

Arkady

Glad you enjoyed it. The dry ramen is brilliant.

Scruffy

The restaurant area in The Stapleton is nice and spacious, and especially nice on a sunny day, when the light comes though the skylight. Food has been good the few times I've eaten there, and the staff seem to genuinely care that you're happy with your food.

Piccolo Diavolo has made a nice transition to the former Porchetta premises and has geared-up with extra staff, who are all pleasant. The food is as good as ever, and there's more space, so I hope they start to get a bit more business soon.

Ali

I was in there last Saturday night and it was booked out. Most excellent food and service with a reasonable price for the quality you get.

the_dodo

Went to Tenmaru as well. Quite nice food and very friendly staff. Good to see they are busy when I pass by.

LukeG

To return to this thread - been to Tenmaru again and it's great. Had a chat with one of the honchos and it seems like they're doing alright for this time of year. Top props for friendly staff, I hope they do well!

Arkady

Is Volume closed permanently now?

HolbornFox

It was open yesterday, i thought it had shut as well to be honest.

HolbornFox

Volume is now called "89 Social" and seems to have scaled back on everything except the wine.

I think it's the same people, I popped in (or rather sat out) last night, it was pretty busy and has aperol spritz for a fiver.

http://www.89social.co.uk

drjones1517

Anyone know anything about the new place by the SGR post office? Think it’s called Salick’s kitchen.