Lina Stores have made the inevitable, and welcome move east.
The fresh pasta specialists have a fresh spot in Shoreditch, and it’s housed in a stunning, Grade II-listed former bank. And it comes with its own rather gorgeous (and completely separate) cocktail bar, too (where Nudge Members can currently enjoy a secret golden hour with 50% off).
You’ll find it on Shoreditch High Street itself, directly opposite Smoking Goat, BAO Noodle Shop, and Brat. The space is as grand as they come, with high ceilings that make you feel noticeably small and original Victorian features like mosaic floors and timber panel walls preserved for a touch of old-school charm. Inside, it’s retro-chic but tastefully understated, with that half-done, industrial feel—think exposed plaster and lofty space reminiscent of an old factory. Filling that space in-between, they’ve thrown in their signature mint green & marble top tables, with plush banquette seating and opal glass lamps. Oh, and an open kitchen too.
From that kitchen you can expect an all-day lineup of carb-laden Italian treats, including classic antipasti (fried artichoke is particularly nice, and there’s also sea bream crudo with fennel, lemon, basil; stracciatella & anchovies with grilled bruschetta; etc.) and that fresh pasta. Expect them to play all the hits, including pappardelle with lamb sausage ragù, truffle taglioni, spinach and ricotta tre latte gnudi, you name it. But the best dishes are the pici alla norcina, and linguine con granchio e limone. And for dessert? How about some Campari & grapefruit sorbet.
Now, about that bar. It’s got its own separate entrance around the side, and it’s bigger than the Soho original — roomy enough to house over fifty patrons who’ve come just for the drinks. With dark red ’70s-inspired decor and a “monolithic” marble bar running the length of the space, the cocktail lounge leans glam but keeps it grounded. They’re serving a lineup of classic negronis, spritzes, and house cocktails, so although they maye be new to this, they certainly know what they’re doing…
…you can bank on it.
NOTE: Lina Stores Shoreditch is open now. You can find out more, and book, at the Lina Stores website.
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Lina Stores Shoreditch | 180-182 Shoreditch High Street, E1 6HY
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