Drake & Morgan has announced plans to open its ninth site – a new bar and grill concept in King’s Cross – in late September.
To be called Drake & Morgan at King’s Cross, the site will be the group’s biggest yet at 14,500-square-foot, spread across two floors and comprising two bars and a restaurant, deli and lounge, private dining room and a series of bookable kitchen ‘pods’ as well as an outdoor terrace.
The all-day destination will be open seven days a week for breakfast through to dinner and Sunday brunch. The enhanced bar offering includes a new cocktail list by Alex Daulby (Hops & Jigger), a significantly extended wine list, an extensive range of craft beer and artisan coffee to-go.
The food menu – overseen by newly-appointed head chef Dave Green (Dean Street Townhouse) under the direction of group executive chef Robert Mitchell – will be divided into meat, fish and vegetables ‘off the grill’ together with a dedicated deli section offering charcuterie and cheese.
King’s Cross
Jillian MacLean, Managing Director, says: “Over the last few years we’ve watched King’s Cross regenerate and turn into a diverse foodie hub and are extremely excited to have chosen it as the location for the ninth bar and restaurant. The site we’ve selected is perfectly placed with great passing trade and the Google offices directly above us.
“Drake & Morgan at King’s Cross will be everything that our regular customers have come to love about our brand but with bold new touches introduced across all aspects of the operation from the new menus to the interiors and unique experiential element.”
Design by Fusion
Fusion has been drafted in for a design inspired by innovation trips to places such as Istanbul, California and New York.
With the site carved up into smaller spaces, each with their own identity and separated via reeded glass screens, stand-out features include an emerald-green staircase connecting the two floors, an island bar punctuated by swivel stools, and an open-plan kitchen with sit-at dining where the grill is the focal point.
Plush materials complete the look – from leather upholstery to elm and walnut flooring – whilst a neutral colour palette includes shades of pewter, mocha and fawn interspersed with burnt orange and striking aquamarine.
Elevated offering
Dylan Murray, Director of Operations, says: “Drake & Morgan at King’s cross will provide an everyday escape for those working in the area, with a fully-connected lounge for remote working and a destination bar for everything from entertaining clients to catching up with friends. The new opening will represent an elevated offering for Drake & Morgan in everything from the drinks and food menus through to the service.”
A short walk from King’s Cross Station on Pancras Square, the new bar and restaurant will strengthen the area’s position as one of London’s most exciting new drinking and dining destinations.
Drake & Morgan at King’s Cross
6 Pancras Square, King’s Cross, London N1C 4AJ
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