Circus is now open – Covent Garden’s new restaurant, bar, and ‘entertainment experience’, the design of which has been created by Design Research Studio, headed up by British designer Tom Dixon.

CIRCUS

27-29 Endell Street, London WC2H 9BA (020 7420 9300)

The idea behind this venue is to add spectacle to the dining experience by hosting ’surprising and intriguing acts’ throughout the evening, the details of which are under wraps at this time. Judging from the design of the space, we are imagining cabaret/pole dancing/singing divas and generally vivacious performances. 

The idea is that performances are dotted around the space, rather than being focussed on a single stage. Drinkers and diners can be involved in the performances should they wish – those seated at the specially commissioned wide main table will find their dining space transformed into a stage once they have completed dinner.

Open for lunch and dinner, Circus accommodates 140 covers with a Pan-American menu. Chef Nik Biok (previously of Gaucho, St. Judes in Glasgow and Industrie in Sydney) has been inspired by his travels across the North American continent and his love of New York restaurants. Expect dishes such as snapper ceviche, baby coconut, sriracha chilli, mooli and carrot salad; smoked stuffed chicken wings, chipotle and tamarind, lime relish and sour cream; or seafood jambalaya with annatto, oregano, sun-blushed tomato and chorizo.

Circus can also boast an impressive cocktail selection at the bar.