"Simpsons Tavern has been open in its narrow alley location since 1757 and was famous for its unfussy food and much more, its determined retention of 19th-century dining, with communal tables shared by diners. Like most restaurants, Simpsons was forced to close during the pandemic lockdown and had previously said it was seeking to negotiate a rent settlement with the landlord, who was still demanding payment in full. Since then, they've been stuck in a legal dispute with the landlord."
"To help, the City of London granted the site Asset of Community Value (ACV) in December 2022, which at least ensured that a relevant occupant would have first right of refusal if the lease was offered. Now, the wine importers Joe Haynes and Ben Butterworth and chef Tom Hurst, the trio behind popular Farringdon restaurant Cloth, have signed a lease with the landlord and will reopen the venue around the middle of next year."
Simpsons Tavern, operating in a narrow City of London alley since 1757, became known for unfussy food and 19th-century communal dining. The restaurant closed during the pandemic and attempted to negotiate a rent settlement while the landlord continued to demand full payment. The landlord evicted the tenants in November 2022 and sued for the debt; Simpsons counter-sued over the closure. The City of London granted the site Asset of Community Value in December 2022, preserving a right of first refusal. Joe Haynes, Ben Butterworth and chef Tom Hurst have signed a lease and will reopen the venue under the name Cloth Cornhill.
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