Due: New Persian restaurant
Persepolis of Peckham is opening a second Persian restaurant called Simorgh. The simorgh is a benevolent bird in Persian mythology and literature. It will be run by the son of the owners, Amir. Previously the site was occupied by the Dulwich Beer Dispensary which closed in 2022. It is five minutes from Dulwich Park (via Fireman’s Alley)
Simorgh, 481 Lordship Lane, SE22 8JY map
Oct: Drop Dulwich Celebrates its third birthday
Drop Dulwich offers a large selection of wines by the glass or carafe and small plates of cheeses, charcuterie, empanadas and desserts. There is also a library of 200 wines from small producers for sale (and delivery) or to drink in the adjoining wine bar for a corkage fee. Al fresco seating.
Owner: Hayley Try Carreira (ex-The Ledbury).
Station: East Dulwich Overground (3 minutes walk)
Drop Dulwich, 1-3 Melbourne Terrace, Melbourne Grove, London SE22 8RE map
2025: Celebrating 20 Years of Barry Road Barbers
Hard to imagine that this independent barbers has been on Barry Road (opposite Clock House) for so long. Expect a friendly welcome from Sean. Buses: 12, 63, 363.
Barry Road Barbers, 12 Barry Parade, Barry Road, SE22 0JA map
Sept: Planet of the Grapes wine bar celebrates its first birthday
Planet of the Grapes specialise in upmarket wines from classic regions. They're particularly strong on Burgundy, Italy and Australia. 250 bottles stocked. Originally a bakery. The Story. Owner Matthew Harris.
Branches: City (EC2 + EC3).
Planet of the Grapes, rear of 43 Lordship Lane (entrance Frogley Road) SE22 8EW map
Sept: Clock House Tavern celebrates its first birthday.
The Clock House opened in 1969 having previously been an off-licence. It was run by Youngs for many years but has now been taken over by Parched who have refurbished it.
Kitchen will be run by Gengellys.
The Clock House Tavern, 196A Peckham Rye, SE22 9QA map
8 May: New chicken restaurant by East Dulwich Station
John Ogier (ex-Lyles & Flor) has opened a small (16 covers) rotisserie chicken restaurant in Melbourne Grove, off Grove Vale. The chef is Jack Coghlan (ex-Planque & Lyle’s). Fully licensed. Al fresco seating. It replaces Il Mirtos. John’s partner Helen Evans owns Eric’s Bakery in Upland Road.
Norbert’s, 5-6 Melbourne Terrace, Melbourne Grove, SE22 8RE map
March: New Mediterranean eatery by Gails Bake
New Mediterranean eatery off Lordship Lane . Salad bowls, wraps, mezzes, loaded fries & juices. Sit in or takeaway. Home delivery available. Open late.
Chilli & Garlic, 1a Zenoria Street, SE22 8HP map
5 March: Kix has moved to Lordship Lane
Previously on North Cross Road Kix has moved to a larger site. Cocktails + wine + tapas + good times. Garden. Owners: Matthew & Lyndey Preedy.
Kix Bar & Kitchen, 57 Lordship Lane, SE22 8EP map
20 Feb: Victus & Bibo open near Dulwich Library
In what may be the longest launch in memory Victus & Bilbo have finally opened their doors. The editor spoke to them in 2013 about a possible opening but they decided to focus on their popular market stalls instead. Previously Le Moulin. Cocktails, wines, beers, snacks and more. Al fresco seating. Owner: Erdogan Aykiran.
Victus & Bibo, 377 Lordship Lane, SE22 8JJ map
20 Nov: A new wine shop & bar next to Moxon’s.
Bermondsey based wine importer Dynamic Vines have opened their first wine shop. It offers a wide variety of European wines in their al-fresco bar with a charcuterie and cheese board plus a selection of vinyls. They work with independent winemakers who produce wine by sustainable practices in the vineyard and minimal intervention in the cellar. The Story. Owner: Frederic Grappe.
Dynamic Vines, 149 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HX map.
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