Ombra

In Hackney, there is a pub and restaurant called Ombra. It is the fourth space's alternate meeting space. Ombra was founded, established, and launched in 2011 by directors Paolo and Steve, chef Andrea, and other collaborators. Since then, it has developed a name for itself as a very well-liked establishment that serves simple, freshly cooked Italian cuisine. A diverse group of regulars, including local designers, painters, and architects, frequently congregate at the head of Vyner Street. The highly regarded La Fenice Theatre Foundation presented Ombra with the Premio Stelle della Fenice bel Mondo in 2013 in recognition of their initiative and success in promoting Venetian cultural excellence.

A project that involves the public should encourage action and engagement, as this is crucial. Ombra was launched after a former windowless art gallery had been completely renovated. The challenge of integrating the bar/restaurant with the street and the client was then pursued. Directly in front of the restaurant, a formerly abandoned public bin store car park area was re-landscaped. The resulting "sun-deck" area now prominently denotes the intersection of Vyner Street and Cambridge Heath Road, and it has been used over time to participate in temporary art projects that are intended to engage with the public environment and help improve and bring a sense of place to a challenging corner site on a busy main road.

Address: 1 Vyner St, Bethnal Green, London E2 9DG, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 20 8981 5150
Rating: 4.1/5.0, 531 Google reviews
Website: https://www.ombrabar.restaurant/