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Operator: Independent
35-42 Charlotte Road, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 3PD (View on Google Map)
(020) 3835 8805
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This site opened in 1995 as Cantaloupe, one of the first bars in the trendification of Shoreditch. Relaunched in 2013 as the Merchants Tavern. Converted warehouse type building typical of the area, quite attractive exterior. The interior is plushy decorated, with a bar at the front and more formal dining behind. Brown leather seating. No real ale but there are three draught beers, from Camden and Williams Bros. Superior type of menu. Became Apothecary May 2021. This closed June 2024. Reopened March 2025 as a Cafe, Bar & restaurant, part of a small chain. The food is Indian and 3 draft beers - two from Harbour Brewery- and bottles.

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Previous Names
Apothecary; Merchants Tavern; Cantaloupe
Local Authority
Hackney
Last updated
13/03/2025
Last surveyed
Leasehold owner
Merchants Of Good Fortune Ltd
Freehold owner
Glasshouse Property Ltd
Pub ID
ELC/14775
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
8:00am - 10:30pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 10:30pm
Thursday
8:00am - 10:30pm
Friday
8:00am - 10:30pm
Saturday
9:00am - 10:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 7:00pm
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
8:00am - 9:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 9:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 9:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday
9:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday
9:00am - 6:00pm
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