Darwin and Wallace Opening Delayed Until 'Winter'

Disappointment as new bar restaurant may not arrive until next year

The new bar restaurant planned for Dickens Yard is now not going to open until the winter.

Darwin and Wallace obtained planning and licensing approvals earlier this year and looked all set to go for their seventh location in the capital. It is now not even clear that they will be open in time for Christmas.

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The chain of restaurants targets London ‘villages’ for what they describe as bringing the traditional gastropub into the 21st century.

They tell us that the Ealing location will channel ‘an urban, European loft apartment with contrasting designs, handpicked artwork throughout and a large outside terrace’ and that it will draw inspiration from the local area.

They add, ‘Dark wall finishes and poured concrete floors will contrast with lighter, warmer touches in the furnishings, creating a bold, modern space that feels like home. Outside, terraces will be filled with terracotta pots and delicate trees, making the perfect backdrop for relaxed eating and drinking.’

Mel Marriott, Managing Director, Darwin & Wallace said: “We have long held the desire to be part of the ‘London village’ that Ealing is. Finding this superbly located, stand alone, building within the Dickens Yard development has given us the most amazing blank canvas on which to layer on our own interpretation of what a modern pub can be, unique to its location.”

Shops and restaurants already set up in Dickens Yard include Triyoga, Charlotte’s W5 and Benham & Reeves. Recent commercial lettings in the complex include Tonkotsu, Balans Soho Society, Gail’s Bakery, Gymbox, Blo Bar, Kumon, The Skinny Kitchen, Jigsaw and Content by Terence Conran.

We asked for a further explanation of the delayed opening of Darwin and Wallace but have yet to receive a response.

August 23, 2018