Barbican & Old Street
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- DesignStudio
Where tech meets arts and culture on the outskirts of the financial district – there is no other area in London quite like Barbican and Old Street. Discover impressive architecture old and new, hang out with creatives in hidden coffee shops or immerse yourself in the many world-class galleries, bars and restaurants. This once up-and-coming and diverse area is still going strong, firmly established as London’s melting pot of creativity and entrepreneurial spirit.
Barbican Estate
A celebration of contemporary art housed in a giant brutalist maze
Burger Bear
#MagicRoundabout
St Bartholomew the Great
London’s oldest surviving church
Ozone Coffee
The only zone that is buzzing from 7:30am
Toykobike
The beautiful combination of design and transport
Ceviche Old St
The colourful, creative and crafty Peruvian joint
Bunhill Fields Cemetery
You’ll be surprised how tamed the squirrels are
On the Bab
The Korean hotspot
Shoreditch Grind
Home to the best espresso martinis around
Artwords
ARTWORDSBOOKSHOP
Jerusalem Tavern
You don’t get more traditional than this
YCN
The forward-thinking creative hub
The Wyvern Bindery
For craft lovers everywhere
Whitecross Street Market
Prepare to be spoilt for choice
Giddy Up Coffee
A coffee and art infusion
The Modern Pantry
Fine dining and casual cafe all under one roof
KK Outlet
A neapolitan ice cream of culture – agency, gallery, and shop
Bird of Smithfield
The members’ club without the membership
Polpo
Chocolate salami anyone?
Meat Mission
Warning: Food coma approaching
Nightjar
Prepare to travel back in time
Strongroom Bar & Kitchen
Drinks, food, and gigs in the heart of Shoreditch
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Strongroom Bar & Kitchen
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- 120-124 Curtain Road
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A hidden gem tucked away off Curtain Road, the Strongroom Bar & Kitchen is definitely a favourite with our studio. You can drink in any of their three bars and dine with their no-nonsense menu – their tasty nachos serve well as a snack to satisfy a group of people looking to ease into the evening with a midweek drink. The open courtyard is one of the area’s biggest, transporting you away from the bustle of Old Street – although it gets very busy in the evenings with the local clientele. Additionally, Strongroom also has a recording studio so pick up one of their monthly leaflets to keep up with all their upcoming gigs and events.
