This new casual-dining restaurant is the brainchild of Jan Lee, alumni of the award-winning Roka, who grew up in his parent’s restaurants along the Scottish borders. Jan’s inspiration to open Bó Drake (@BoDrakeSoho) stems from his Chinese heritage, British upbringing and extensive travels throughout East Asia, which combined led him to create an exciting new take on the emerging East Asian BBQ food scene in London.
Serving a modern East Asian BBQ menu with an emphasis on smoked cooking methods, alongside more traditional sweet and pickled influences from South-East Asia, the 50-cover restaurant also offers a small al fresco dining space.
In similar style to the menu, Bó Drake’s interior will bridge together traditional East Asian and European architectural influence, alongside progressive present-day design techniques. Original features including 18th century red bricked walls, timber flooring and exposed brick beams, will compliment modern ceramic lighting and a stand-out oak bar.
Jan’s objective with Bó Drake’s interior is to create a contemporary and casual dining space, with a relaxed atmosphere, combining a mix of cultural backgrounds and design methods. The finished design will embody the eclectic culture of Soho, with a nod to Jan’s Asian family heritage.
