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One of the main draws of this new wine bar, restaurant and tasting room in King's Cross is that Idris Elba is one of the owners, along with with founder of Connaught Wine Cellars, David Farber.

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£56
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* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Within the foot of one of King’s Cross’s historic gasholders – just behind Coal Drops Yard – this handsome wine bar boasts a celeb investor (Idris Elba) as well as a large terrace with peaceful views over the canal and landscaped greenery. The business also makes Champagne and other vintages under the ‘Porte Noire’ brand and “an interesting wine list” is a key strongpoint, alongside its “buzzy” atmosphere and staff who are “well-balanced, friendly and knowledgeable”. The food is relatively “basic”, but some of the more ambitious dishes can really shine.

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£52
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* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Set inside one of the old gasholders behind Coal Drops Yard”, Idris Elba’s “beautiful” new Gastronomic Wine Bar & Shop opened in late 2021 on the periphery of this up-and-coming area, with a peaceful position and attractive outlook. Fans say it’s “no gimmick restaurant, despite its Hollywood royalty backing, but a wine bar for grown-up people serious about their food and wine”. More reports please!

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Unit A Gasholder 10, 1 Lewis Cubitt Square, London, N1C 4BY

Porte Noire Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of Porte Noire Restaurant in N1C, London by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of Porte Noire restaurant.
Neill A
The wine list is the main draw here, but th...
Reviewed 5 months, 17 days ago

"The wine list is the main draw here, but the food exceeded all my expectations and very good indeed. The beef ribs were succulent, and the meat fell off the bone at the first touch. The chick pea chips were world class. And the sommeliers are a joy to engage in conversation. Will be back. "

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Neill A
Lovely wine bar and restaurant, if you can ...
Reviewed 7 months, 21 days ago

"Lovely wine bar and restaurant, if you can find it tucked away around the back of Coal Drops Yard, away from passing foot traffic. Menu rather limited but wine list is exceptional. Our waitress provided some of the friendliest and most helpful serivce I have had in a UK restaurant, and the sommelier was also very good."

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Alistair S
Buzzy clientele, quite a sleek venue, mid w...
Reviewed 8 months, 14 days ago

"Buzzy clientele, quite a sleek venue, mid week seems to be post work young professionals. Food nicely done apart from slightly rubbery squid. Nicely judged wine list, mark ups quite restrained and a good range. "

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Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Veggies Pudding
£12.50 £16.50 £9.50 £5.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £24.00
Filter Coffee £3.00
Extras  
Bread £0.00
Service 10.00%
Unit A Gasholder 10, 1 Lewis Cubitt Square, London, N1C 4BY
Opening hours
Monday4 pm‑11:30 pm
Tuesday4 pm‑11:30 pm
Wednesday4 pm‑11:30 pm
Thursday12 pm‑11:30 pm
Friday12 pm‑11:30 pm
Saturday12 pm‑11:30 pm
Sunday12 pm‑5:30 pm

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