Ladhar Leisure, the north east operator, is to open a pizza and cocktail concept under its Crafted Projects arm in Newcastle next week.
The group will open 154-cover Central Oven and Shaker, headed up by chef Andrea Muru, at the former Lounge bar opposite Newcastle’s central station on 8 December, after a £1m investment.
Central Oven and Shaker will be open early morning through until late at night, operating a deli-style take out as well as the restaurant.
Pizzas will be served with craft beers, prosecco and carafes of cocktails in a laid-back atmosphere after investing more than £1m to convert the former Lounge bar into a contemporary restaurant.
Designed by Simon Mcilwraith of Collective Design, Central Oven and Shaker joins Crafted Project’s family of venues which include Pleased to Meet You, Lady Grey’s, Redhouse and the Hop and Cleaver.
The company is also behind ambitious plans to bring new concepts in food and drink to the Grey Street area in the White Hart Yard complex.
