Michelin-starred Shoreditch restaurant in historic town hall offering innovative British tasting menus. Walk-in bar seating available for à la carte, or book dining room for full experience.
The Clove Club is in the Grade II listed Shoreditch Town Hall at 380 Old Street, in east London. Chef Isaac McHale opened it in 2013, and it earned a Michelin star in 2014, becoming one of the leading examples of modern British tasting-menu dining. The restaurant began as a pop-up supper club and grew into one of London's most celebrated kitchens.
The cooking is built around British produce, including shellfish, game, vegetables and dairy, treated with imaginative technique and refined presentation. The listing highlights buttermilk fried chicken, a signature snack that appears early in the tasting menu with a pine-salt seasoning, and a multi-course tasting menu. The wine list is wide-ranging and emphasises small producers, while a lively bar programme and non-alcoholic pairings broaden the drinks offer.
The main dining room is bright and modern, with the open kitchen visible from the tables. The atmosphere is sophisticated but easy-going, and service is friendly and well informed. A separate bar, the Bar at the Clove Club, offers à la carte snacks and cocktails with walk-in seating, suiting visitors who want the flavour of the restaurant without a full tasting menu. Dress is smart-casual.
The listing shows opening Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Reservations are required for the dining room, and prepayment or a deposit is commonly requested. Weekend evenings are the hardest to book, and lunch is often easier.
Old Street and the Shoreditch area are close to Silicon Roundabout, Hoxton Square and Brick Lane. Old Street station is a few minutes away. Visitors are advised to check the latest opening hours, menu and booking conditions directly with the venue before travelling, since restaurants in the United Kingdom adjust them seasonally and around public holidays and local events. The restaurant has appeared prominently in national and international best-restaurant rankings, which adds to demand, so flexible diners can improve their chances by choosing weekday lunch or the walk-in bar.
| Price | $$$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Tuesday-Saturday 12:00-14:00, 18:00-21:00 |
| Reservations | Required for dining room |
| Address | Shoreditch Town Hall, 380 Old Street, London EC1V 9LT |
Signature dishes
- Buttermilk fried chicken — $18
- Tasting menu — $120
Location
Shoreditch Town Hall, 380 Old Street, London EC1V 9LT
51.5265, -0.0859 View on map
Highlights
- Michelin-starred modern British tasting menu in Shoreditch
- Buttermilk fried chicken with pine salt
- Grade II listed Shoreditch Town Hall setting
- Walk-in bar for à la carte snacks and cocktails
- Small-producer wine list
Tips for visiting
- Book the dining room well ahead; deposits are common.
- Use the walk-in bar for a lighter visit.
- Lunch is often easier to reserve than dinner.
- Consider non-alcoholic pairings.
- Mention dietary needs when booking.
When to visit
Weekday lunch for easier booking; evenings for the full atmosphere.
Accessibility
Shoreditch Town Hall is a historic building. Visitors needing step-free access should confirm arrangements with the restaurant when booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I walk in?
The dining room requires reservations, but the bar offers walk-in seating for à la carte items.
What is the signature snack?
Buttermilk fried chicken, served with pine salt.
Where is it?
In Shoreditch Town Hall at 380 Old Street, London EC1V.
Is there a deposit?
Prepayment or a deposit is commonly requested for the dining room.