Protruding from a cobble-etched corner of Hoxton Square, Zigfrid von Underbelly provides the essence of Shoreditch chic. In terms of a first impression Zigfrid delivers, from the clean-cut modern exterior, complete with slatted wooden outdoor furniture, right through to its antithetical inner space. To walk through the crisp glass doors, is to take a step back in time. The bar, whose upstairs is split onto two levels, looks as though a multitude of decades crashed headlong into each other, before proceeding to arrange themselves artfully about the room. The entire space is occupied by antiquities, from the metallic jukebox, gleaming with rusticity in the corner, to the assortment of wing-backed leather chairs. Zigrfid von Underbelly seems to be the owner’s artistic creation, cracked leather competing with jagged class, a culture clash set oxymoronically against itself. The effect however, is far from vulgar. In fact, the collision of old and new works entirely in harmony, whilst the lusciously decadent chairs, groom themselves against a gilded marble-topped table.
With the atmosphere set, indulgence invites itself, Zigfrig von Underbelly’s menu ranges from burgers to tapas, and it is easy to feel spoilt for choice. Where often menus of such variety would seem grating, here the character of this bar nurtures an utterly laissez-faire attitude, the multitude of styles that create the surroundings allow any form of cuisine to seem completely natural, effortless within the alluringly frenetic décor. Next for a cocktail? – Sorry, think again. Why not try a Rocktail? Zigfrid von Underbelly takes on the traditional with a fresh twist, try a pineapple mojito, or a passion fruit caipirinha for something as new as your surroundings, the perfect accompaniment to the ‘Art Rock’ bar.
In essence, Zigfrid von Underbelly provides a bespoke experience, music drinks and food complete with a side of wildly artistic interiors. And with regular club nights on the lower floor, keep your eye on the website – www.zigfrid.com - for some of the most exciting nights in London’s decoratively crazed Shoreditch.
Zigfrid von Underbelly,
11 Hoxton Square,
N1 6NU.
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