Just a stone’s throw from the Barbican Centre, this modern, bright and design-led boutique hotel boasts a brasserie and bar to match. Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar at Malmaison London blends the traditions of a classic British brasserie with a subtle French twist. Expect dishes that marry big flavours with plenty of unexpected twists, and a backdrop that's both relaxed and stylish.
The menu at Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar is headed up by chef director John Woodward, who places the utmost importance on ingredient-led cooking and attention to detail. The a la carte menu spans a selection of nibbles, starters, mains and sides, while high-quality steaks and grills are cooked over fire on the restaurant’s Konro and Josper grills. The menu changes seasonally, but you might expect to start with the likes of grilled Brixham scallops with nduja butter and salsa verde, or tuna tartare tacos with guacamole, sesame and soy
Mains span the likes of its signature Mal burger, risotto primavera, and chicken Milanese, while grass-fed, heritage breed steaks are perhaps one of its most popular orders. Stick around for dessert to indulge in things like creme brulee, strawberry cheesecake and chocolate molten souffle.
Dining at Chez Mal Brasserie and Bar spans a huge array of occasions, with kids' menus, bar food, set lunch menus and brunch service to boot. Whatever you're hungry for, there's a menu here to suit.
Just fancy a drink? Chez Mal Bar is a beautiful, modern space home to deluxe furniture, an open plan layout and subtle, cosy lighting. Relax here for a few hours with a cocktail or two, from classics to signatures to multiple twists on a Negroni. It’s perfect for catch-ups with friends or even a power hour breakfast. Feeling peckish? The bar food menu covers a selection of sandwiches, pastries and sharing plates suited to casual grazing.