THE LONDONER
The drinks selection at 8 a The Londoner will include an impressive Champagne and wine selection , as well as a list of reserve sake , exclusive Japanese whisky , and a creative and explorative cocktails selection created by The Londoner ’ s Head Mixologist Pierpaolo Schirru .
Whitcomb ’ s The signature restaurant of The Londoner , is located on the ground floor , with both street and hotel access and a terrace overlooking the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square . Whitcomb ’ s will offer guests an escape to the Mediterranean in a light and artistic setting .
The seasonal , a la carte menu created by Executive Head Chef Shailesh Deshmukh will transport diners to sunnier climes while evoking the essence of contemporary French cooking , with influences from surrounding Mediterranean cuisines . The menu will feature dishes such as a classic escargot with white wine , garlic and n ’ duja lemon butter ; and seared filet mignon with chanterelle and aged Parmesan crème . Diners can also experience a petit déjeuner ,
a pre-fixe menu available for lunch or pre theatre , with fresh bread from the oven , à la carte selections and four ‘ spécialités ’, including grilled lobster with cognac .
Working closely with local suppliers , Whitcomb ’ s will offer a number of hand selected meats unavailable anywhere else in the United Kingdom . To accompany , a reserve wine list will showcase a coveted collection of wineries from across the world , paying special homage to France ’ s inimitable terroirs .
Joshua ’ s Tavern Situated on the corner of St Martin ’ s Street and Orange Street , Joshua ’ s Tavern will serve as a neighbourhood drinking spot specialising in terroirled gintonicas . The venue ’ s namesake , 18th-century portrait artist and Leicester Square local , Sir Joshua Reynolds favoured gin above all else and The Londoner team have taken inspiration from his love of the spirit and created a menu that honours and innovates .
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