Double Dragon

The latest pop-up concept by the culinary legend Scott Hallsworth, Double Dragon is a hop, skip and a jump away from Exmouth Market. Yes, it might be in Central London, but this Japanese Izakaya is as magical as its name suggests.

A beautiful blend of traditional Japanese bar and European bistro dining, Double Dragon enjoys a contemporary and summery setup with loungey chairs, a stunning horseshoe bar and an upbeat colour scheme of whites, browns, yellows and beachy blues. Come evening, the candles are lit, dainty lamps switched on, the funky tunes grace the turntable and the bar steps up a gear. At once sophisticated and buzzy, Double Dragon is the perfect destination for whatever kind of evening you have in mind.

Allow the menu to fly you away to far-away lands. Designed to be shared, diners are encouraged to fill the table with all kinds of goodies, like yellowtail sashimi, beer-marinated beef tataki, BBQ pork belly and marinated black cod with plenty of refreshing yoghurts. Always daring and impressive, you won't find these delicacies elsewhere.

They even have dedicated vegan and gluten-free menus. Find anything from avocado 'pizza' to teriyaki celeriac buns and tasty tofu tataki with an onion ponzu. And the innovation doesn't stop there. Their bar isn't only a vibesy hangout, it has some of the best cocktails in London. And with the likes of the Sake Bomb on their list of masterpieces, their drinks are equally as daring and delicious as the food. Let's face it, Double Dragon is changing the way we see Japanese food and we're definitely along for the ride.