Simpson’s in the Strand

Serving up traditional British fare since 1828, beloved by literary luminaries Charles Dickens and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and one of the first UK restaurants to earn a Michelin star back in 1974, it’s safe to say Simpson’s in the Strand is a proper London dining institution. Which is why we’re thrilled that five long years after it closed its doors, the Savoy-owned restaurant will be reopening in 2025 under the auspicious direction of Jeremy King, the brains behind the likes of Brasserie Zédel, The Wolseley and recent Bayswater opening The Park. Scheduled to open in May, the revamped Simpson’s is described as a ‘big-theatre brasserie’ that will feature two restaurants, two bars (one of which hopes to acquire a 3am licence) and several private rooms, including one seating up to 100 guests. And most importantly of all, the restaurant’s infamous carving trolleys will be making a return.