Powder Keg Diplomacy

3 Reviews on “Powder Keg Diplomacy”

• Selina Newell

  Great atmosphere, good brunch and dinner, nice cocktails, little pricey….I have been here for cocktails, brunch and dinner on separate occasioned. I enjoyed them all and would come more regularly if it wasnt for the price.The cocktails are great and got interesting twist. The brunch was amazing, although not hearty the omelette was superbe as was the bloody mary (many twists available!)Dinner was also very good but is not cheap. But the fish was particularly good.Overall i love the vibe just wish it was a little more affordable.

  August 11, 2015, 9:35 pm

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• Social Concierge

  The VibeIts like a piss-up in a greenhouse, said the articulate young man by my side. PKD is a rather styled bar Colonial adventure meets Victorian interiors via a stop off in industrial Shoredtich. It looks good, dont get me wrong, its just real busy. Adjust to the entrance and move to the dining area and WOAH, its like some sort of wild conservatory on the Continent. Yes its fruity and full of trinkets, but the lighting, the relaxed crowd, the charming staff and the well picked out clutter make for a great, and long, date. Its the sort of place youd expect to find in Islington (Hoxley and Porter) or Soho, all dolled up and theatrical. I salute PKD for getting up each morning and applying a full face of make-up and every piece of jewellery in the box just to wander down the road for a pint of milk. Good for you, youre making a real example of your dowdy neighbours.The OrderYou can either stay up at the front, going down the cocktail route with the Colonial Cocktail (Tanquery gin, maraschino liqueur and grapefruit juice) or the tequila Bloody Mary (yum); or head to the conservatory for a traditional dinner: rabbit and ham hock terrine, followed by an oven-roasted trout with fennel and spring onions and a side of chips. Its good but rich food, not the place for a light bite a few courses and at least one bottle of wine.The GameI wouldnt recommend looking elsewhere for a pre-drink, just get there already. A date will work well if you decide to make it a long one, moving from bar to restaurant to bar to bed. Start with strong cocktails, ordering the most adventurous ones on the menu, providing initial conversation and playful sip swapping. Dont finish them you regretted picking such weird concoctions and head to the table for dinner.With this sort of candlelight youll be on the red wine and hearty fare. If possible, grab one of their four person tables on a quiet night and sit next to each other with the room as your stage. As you get progressively drunk, youll knock elbows, kick feet and gaze at each other longingly. Be bold and give them an endearing cheek kiss after the mains. Then share a dessert and cheekily suggest a few more drinks back at the bar. Two turn to four and before you know it youre activating your Uber app with plans to take them back to your shared flat in Brixton. Enter the house quietly and head straight for the bedroom.The FaultsPKD is probably the best thing about the area.Sex Factor4. Its not a swing by sorta place. Commit to everything at PKD. socialconcierge.co.uk

  October 7, 2014, 5:01 pm

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• Ari

  Step through time. Outstanding from start to finish. Staff were friendly and helpful (especially since I’m gluten free which means lots of running back and forth to the kitchen to ask questions); the detail in the decor is endlessly fascinating; and every mouthful of food and beverage a delight.

  August 20, 2012, 11:51 am

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