Perilla

London, UK

A booking at Perilla is the kind of IYKYK North London flex that signals impeccable taste. Perched on the corner of Hackney’s quaint Newington Green, the teardrop-shaped restaurant – conceived by chef Ben Marks (ex-The Square and Noma) and Matt Emmerson, previously of Polpo – feels like a Scandi dream, with exposed brick, timber beams and delightful touches like a hidden cutlery drawer at each seat. The hand-drawn, seasonal menu showcases standout produce with confidence: roast scallop glossed in a bright vierge sauce, an elevated ‘fish and chips’ starter with beer-battered skate, salted gooseberry tartar, and chip shop curry sauce, and flavour-steeped slivers of saddleback pork loin, lifted by pickled elderflower. A beautifully curated wine list, compact cocktail selection and thoughtful low- and no-alcohol options round things out.

Key Information

• Average price per person $66
• Tasting menu from $87
• Lunch: Fri – Sun Dinner: Tues – Sat
• +44 20 7359 0779
• Visit Perilla's Website

Location

1-3 Green Lanes, Newington Green, London, N16 9BS