Young’s has announced the acquisition of The Canonbury in Islington from the Gareth Lloyd Jones-led Dawes Restaurants for an undisclosed sum.
General Manager, Oisin Rogers, formerly of The Ship moves over to run the new pub, which brings the Young’s portfolio to 130 pubs in London and the South East.
Dawes Restaurants currently operates four further sites in London including the Hansom Cab in Kensington.
The 3,000sq ft Georgian pub boasts a 70-cover dining room, an first floor private room and a 4,000sq ft garden.
The venue will be food-led with a menu that focuses on best seasonal British ingredients and a wide selection of real ales and craft beers.
Rogers said: “I am really excited that my name is going over the door at The Canonbury and look forward to opening this new pub for Young’s. The Canonbury has huge potential and, with the recruitment of a great kitchen brigade, we will be developing a strong food offer.”
The pub is now closed, undergoing an extensive refurbishment by Harrison Design before reopening late May 2015. The renovations will include new fixtures and furniture to create an elegant stripped-back space featuring reclaimed original fittings and comfortable leather booths and sofas. The garden will also receive a complete makeover.
