From the hottest new cocktail bars to the ever-evolving restaurant scene, here are 16 things on The Sybarite’s radar this June.
Ask anyone who lives in London, and they’ll surely tell you there is no shortage of exciting openings, launches and events taking place each month - the trouble is usually hearing about them. From hot, new restaurant openings to the latest beauty drops, consider The Sybarite your luxury barometer when it comes to noteworthy newcomers each and every month. Below, find our curated list of launches and openings to add to your calendar this June.
Mayfair is set to welcome a new French-Latin concept on Lancashire Court. Comprising a ground-floor restaurant, a Crudo Bar, a Champagne terrace, and a first-floor lounge, Latine looks to be the perfect spot for grazing and dining in style. Helmed by Executive Chef, Francisco Lafee, the kitchen will be serving up dishes combining classic French technique with Latin American flavours. Think wild seabass with beurre blanc and plantain tarte tatin with coffee caramel.
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Cocooned within a Georgian townhouse, Thai restaurant MIKO Mei Fair combines vibrant, fiery flavours with a sprinkling of London flair. The menu is in keeping with the seasons, with citrus notes, herbs, smoke and spice all taking centre stage. Guests can expect to feast on toasted rice beef tenderloin, black pepper squid, and apple wood fire peking duck penang curry.
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With the mercury rising, lazy, outdoor brunches are slowly creeping to the top of our agenda. Boxcar in Hyde Park ticks all the right boxes with its stellar Marylebone location and mouth-watering line-up of pastries and sweet treats. Featuring a deli and dining room, the relaxed spot is best known for its signature laminated croissants and a rotating seasonal pastry selection. The brunch menu, meanwhile, includes rhubarb pancakes, and crispy potato and spring onion hash with fried eggs and maple bacon.
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Yearning for a beachside golden glow? Fenty Beauty has unveiled a new souffle pressed cream bronzer in eight shades. Unlike powders which sometimes struggle in the heat and humidity, Fenty’s cream formula promises to melt into the skin for a seamless, radiant glow.
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Oenophiles listen up! Vagabond Wines is set to put down new roots in Soho this month. The popular self-pour wine bar is coming to Carnaby’s Ganton Street with over 120 wines to choose from, including wine from Vagabond’s Urban Winery in Canada Water. On 24 June, the bar is running a celebratory offer with 50% off food and drink all day, from noon until midnight.
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For those seeking an evening tipple, luxury cocktail bar Nancy’s has recently thrown open its doors in London Bridge. Go for the opulence, 1970s glamour, and a creative drinks programme curated by award-winning bartender Matha May Markham and General Manager Max Wolff. Standout serves include the Anko (spiced sour with carrot syrup, bell pepper juice, gochujang distillate, and Toki whisky), and the Nouvelle Vague (spiced cherry syrup and seaweed-infused whisky).
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Looking to mark the summer solstice in style? On the 21 June, Sune in Broadway Market is hosting its annual Midsummer Party complete with food, wine, music and midsummer revelry. From midday until late, guests can enjoy a four-course brunch menu (£45pp) with optional wine pairing, an alfresco seafood BBQ, and DJ sets from Chris Tindall & friends. Early bird tickets are £20 and include a glass of fizz alongside a seafood roll.
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London hotel Templeton Garden has partnered with wellness brand Bodysim this summer on a three-month open-air Wellness Ritual programme. Taking place in the hotel’s private back garden from June through to September, the roster includes yoga, Pilates and other signature sessions designed to foster a sense of community.
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From 15 June to 11 July, Chef Jun Tanaka’s Michelin-starred restaurant, The Ninth, is offering a tomato-focused menu as part of its Single Ingredient Series. Guests can expect to feast on flavoursome dishes like pineapple tomato jelly with fromage blanc, pickled green strawberries and ajo blanco, and ricotta tortellini with basil and San Marzano tomato consommé.
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Brighton’s sun-drenched restaurant The Salt Room has recently unveiled its refreshed terrace with striking views of the iconic West Pier. Built with the British weather in mind, the enhanced terrace can be fully opened whilst still offering protection from the coastal breeze. Helmed by Executive Chef Kim Woodward, the restaurant leans into relaxed seafood-led dining with standout plates including Irish Rock oysters, seafood towers, and tuna tartare served on ice.
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Rhode has got us covered when it comes to fuss-free bronzed beauty essentials. The brand’s new summer collection features a Pocket Bronze, Highlight Milk, and new shades of Peptide Lip Tint and Peptide Lip Shape - a soft and creamy lip liner jam-packed with hydrating ingredients for a diffused feel. We’ve got our eyes on the new ‘squeeze’ shade.
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Latin-American restaurant, Amazónico, has launched its month-long celebration, Festa Junina. Inspired by Brazil’s national festival, the activation includes a collaboration with Lima-born, London-based artist Gisella Stapleton, live music, late-night events, and Brazilian-inspired food and cocktails. Head down on a Thursday for weekly DJ and percussion performances guaranteed to get the party started.
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The tennis season is well and truly upon us! When Wimbledon hits our screens, The Zetter Bloomsbury will transform its hidden 1,000-square-metre private garden into an open-air viewing destination complete with deckchairs, seasonal cocktails, and special picnic hampers. Inside the hotel's Orangery, guests can also enjoy a daily Wimbledon Afternoon Tea featuring seasonal pastries, scones, and premium tea blends.
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On Sunday 28 June, Rita’s Soho will host "The Sip In for Pride 2026," a one-day brunch in honour of queer culture, community and resistance. Hosted by Rita’s founders Missy Flynn and Gabriel Pryce alongside gay taco bar, Querida, the event will combine a three-course taco menu with entertainment and readings from members of Soho’s queer community and beyond. Tickets are £45, with proceeds donated to The Outside Project.
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COYA Mayfair is embracing the Wimbledon season with the launch of a new Strawberry Deuce cocktail in collaboration with Król Vodka. Available for four weeks, the stylish serve blends Król Vodka with strawberry pisco macerado, Lillet Rosé, and elderflower and vanilla custard. What better way to cheer on the tennis stars.
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Inspired by Mattel's 1963 Midge doll and her red-trimmed vintage tennis outfit, Wimbledon have launched their first-ever strawberry-themed capsule collection. Alongside playful strawberry motifs, the collection also features piqué fabrics inspired by 1930s tennis attire. Standout pieces include the Women’s Performance Strawberry Polo, a matching Wrap Skort, and the Strawberry Crew Socks.
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