Founded by siblings Zoë and Layo Paskin, this award-winning restaurant has garnered rave reviews for its modern Jerusalem-style cuisine, which draws inspiration from the rich cultures of Southern Spain, North Africa, and the Levant. The result is a kaleidoscopic of colours and flavours, where plates of hummus, baba-ganoush and fire-kissed meats meet a contemporary, fine-dining style of cooking. The results are magic.
The Paskin duo, who previously owned a nightclub called The End, ventured into the restaurant business after a serendipitous visit to Machneyuda, a renowned eatery in Jerusalem. Their passion for Middle Eastern food led them to create The Palomar, which has since become a cornerstone of Soho’s vibrant dining scene, a place where shots of arak are taken down with almost as much vigour as you’ll find in the ever-present, za’atar spiked labneh, perfect for pulling through with the just grilled house pita.
It’s that kind of place; one which encourages you to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in, tearing, sharing and toasting as you go. What could be better than that on a dreary Tuesday night in the capital?
Recently, The Palomar underwent a stunning redesign, courtesy of architect studio Archer Humphryes. The revamped space, dubbed ‘The Palomar 2.0’ features a lengthened dining counter, velvet-lined booths, and larger tables to accommodate groups of up to ten guests. The front windows now open on warm days, allowing diners to immerse themselves in the hustle and bustle of Soho while enjoying their meal. Although, to be quite honest, you’ll find just as much hustle and bustle inside.
Website: thepalomar.co.uk
Address: 34 Rupert St, London W1D 6DN
