12 great London restaurants that closed for good this summer
Briefly

Numerous restaurants and bars shut down during the summer of 2025, including Bruno's in Islington, which was known for its Starliner Martini but is now closed. Chick 'n' Sours closed its last two locations in London despite its popularity for crispy chicken and cocktails. Norman's, a greasy spoon that opened in 2020, also closed in June. Lyle's in Shoreditch was another significant closing, having earned a Michelin star for its cuisine over 11 years. The closures mark a significant shift in the London dining scene.
Bruno's, a barge bar, has sadly served its last cocktail, leaving fans of their Starliner Martini unable to sleep until 3am after enjoying it.
Chick 'n' Sours, known for its crispy chicken and sour cocktails, closed its remaining locations in May, but will continue at food halls.
Norman's, which opened in 2020 as a greasy spoon, served classic British dishes but closed in June, marking the end of its brief run.
Lyle's, a Michelin-star restaurant that retained its star for a decade, shocked many with its closure after 11 years of excellent dining.
Read at Time Out London
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