In June,
Bob Bob Ricard, aka BBR, will open in the former Circus space in Soho. Designed by David Collins, the decor is inspired by first-class rail travel in the Edwardian era. Chef James Walker (ex Le Pont de la Tour) will prepare English comfort food to fit the setting, while general manager Jean Francois Valerio (ex The Ivy) will ensure a lively atmosphere. This all-day option will have the added bonus of a 3 AM late license (1 Upper James St., W1).
Diners will place orders on touch-sensitive digital menus at Inamo, helmed by chef Anthony Sousa Tam (ex Nobu and Hakkasan), a new Pan-Asian debuting this summer (136 Wardour St., W1).
Boca di Lupo comes from two former Moro men – head chef Jacob Kennedy and front-of-house/sommelier Victor Hugo. The multistorey venue will have a drinks area, eating bar and dining room serving regional Italian food. It will open in September in Soho, but no more details are available yet.