This underground bar is discreetly tucked away beneath The Gate Cinema. So discreetly, in fact, that it’s quite hard to find. Inside, the place has an air of exclusivity not entirely attributable to the elusive entrance (though that probably helps); it’s a sleek, chic hangout with a décor that still smacks of its previous members-only status. Sophisticated mood lighting and a live dj set the standard, which the tapas-style menu meets with ease. The dishes are small but delicious, particularly the garlic king prawns and the butternut squash gnocchi with goat cheese, which were both seriously tasty. Though the food is good, and not overpriced, you can tell from the layout that this is primarily a bar/club with a dominant dancefloor and a sexy-looking cocktail bar enflamed in blue lights.
The cocktails themselves take a reassuring length of time to arrive – when they do they’re well-presented, carefully made and extremely potent. All in all, The Gate is the sort of place you’d want to take a second date – young and stylish with an edge to impress.
Sara Sha'ath
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