Counter culture: The best counter dining in London
Chairs with backs are nice and all, but sometimes the best meal is eaten on high – stool-high, writes Carys Sharkey A recent trip to New York has got me thinking about counters. I don’t think there’s loads New York does better than London, but counters are one. Counter seating is reflective of the city [...]
London's counter dining scene offers a unique, intimate experience that perfectly complements various cuisines. Counter seating, reflective of the city's verticality, suits a wide range of dining occasions. From the elegant Dover Street Counter in Mayfair, to the slightly more laid-back One Club Row in Shoreditch, London offers a plethora of counters to explore.
Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill stands out as a Mayfair hotspot, perfect for oysters and other British seafood. For a more personal touch in the Square Mile, Sweetings offers a cozy, intimate setting for a prawn cocktail. In the heart of North Audley Street, BiBi captures the essence of Punjabi cuisine, with its grandmotherly charm and focus on Indian food.
Underneath a railway arch in Bermondsey, 40 Maltby Street offers a gentle, consistent dining experience with a focus on low intervention wines. Meanwhile, Kiln's upstairs counter provides a sweaty, intense Thai cooking experience, while Koya's Soho branch offers a solid lunch option and has had a significant influence on London's dining scene.
Lastly, Tiella offers a charming trattoria-like atmosphere in Columbia Road, perfect for indulging in polenta and other Italian classics. Each of these spots offers a unique counter dining experience, proving that London's culinary landscape is diverse and dynamic.
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