The Otherist by Drake & Morgan

Part of the Drake & Morgan collection, The Otherist is a sleek all-day dining and drinking venue in the very heart of London.

The bright, contemporary restaurant and bar encompasses a number of different spaces and can cater to all sorts of events and occasions as a result. Walking into the venue from Old Broad Street, you're greeted with a large dining area where you can grab a quick lunch beneath pendant lights or huddle up for a brief meeting, with a snug conservatory-style space alongside. Further in, past the trippy entryway wall, you'll find the main bar, decorated with a large floral wall and furnished with high tables and stools. Past the bar there's a sunken lounge that opens onto a courtyard terrace. The entire place is elegant yet welcoming, and their various private hire options can help turn it into your ideal party or meeting venue.

The menu at The Otherist spans a broad assortment of familiar British classics. You can start off with nibbles or snacks such as padron peppers, salt and pepper scampi, chorizo scotch egg, or a mezze sharing board, then move onto heftier plates. These include globally inspired fare such as curries or pasta dishes, along with British culinary staples such as fish and chips, burgers, or fish pie. If you're after lighter options, salads are available as well. You can complement your meal with one of the cocktails crafted by the in-house mixologists, or peruse the concise wine list. A kids' menu is available as well.

In addition to the all-day hospitality services, The Otheris also hosts events such as sports broadcasts, mixology classes, and drag brunches.

Daniel Sheppard