"This multi-multi-million-pound paean to the black stuff, where Guinness disciples can make pilgrimage, has been on the capital's horizon for what seems like an era. The project has been tantalisingly dangled as an opening for some years, then delayed umpteen times, because, quite understandably, erecting a purpose-built, gargantuan, multi-floor Willy Wonka's Booze Factory in the West End of London for a corporate behemoth is no easy feat."
"Imagine the layers of global, bureaucratic, cross-platform multi-media team Zooms that had to happen to hone the ultimate Guinness experience. So many Is to dot and Ts to cross, particularly, because food is a central part of the venture, with two restaurants on site The Porter's Table and Gilroy's Loft where exec chef Pip Lacey is serving non-challenging yet hearty menus, as well as a courtyard pie stall by Calum Franklin. Eventually, last December, Open Gate Brewery finally flung open its doors."
Guinness Open Gate Brewery opened in Covent Garden as a multi-million-pound, multi-venue visitor complex including tours, a gift shop, restaurants and a courtyard pie stall. The project experienced numerous delays due to complex planning and coordination before opening last December. The site is spread across several streets rather than a single immersive building, limiting photo-worthy attractions and making the experience feel underwhelming. Food plays a central role, with two restaurants — The Porter's Table and Gilroy's Loft — led by exec chef Pip Lacey, and a pie stall by Calum Franklin. The brewery claims small-batch ales but does not aggressively promote them.
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