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Simpson's Reopens for Bicentenary Under Veteran Restaurateur

2/28/2026

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Simpson’s in the Strand, London restaurant founded in 1828, will reopen next month for its bicentenary.
The Edwardian venue has hosted figures such as P. G. Wodehouse and Winston Churchill.
It closed during the early Covid days, drawing criticism that it had become outdated with subpar food.
Veteran restaurateur Jeremy King is leading the revival to celebrate history and modernize the dining experience, marking a milestone in his career.

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Simpson’s in the Strand, London restaurant founded in 1828, will reopen next month for its bicentenary.
The Edwardian venue has hosted figures such as P. G. Wodehouse and Winston Churchill.
It closed during the early Covid days, drawing criticism that it had become outdated with subpar food.
Veteran restaurateur Jeremy King is leading the revival to celebrate history and modernize the dining experience, marking a milestone in his career.