Week Thirty Forty One
Hello again and welcome back to another week as the year draws to a close. This week another two places visited with one being a 24 hour restaurant diner and another being a nightclub/venue.
Special guests include: Jack Measom, Chris Kroeger, Harriet Scott, Tom Grimes, Luke Chopper Harris, Katie Siese, Georgie Gibbs, Alex Felton, Will Wright, Ed Greensmith, Gabes Langford, Milly Langford and Rob Buchanon
Summary of VQ
Name: VQ
Type: 24 Hour Cafe and Diner
Location: 325 Fulham Road, Chelsea, London, SW10 9QL
Website: http://www.vq24hours.com/vq-chelsea/
Date Visited: 17/10/14
Price: Ok but fair
Rating: 3.3/5
Review
It had been a big night around the corner at the classic Mare Moto as Dave and James Brown (not the late soul singer) were having their farewell evening before heading off to Australia. 2am had arrived and everyone was feeling it was time to go home but one man wasn't quite finished. Chris Kroeger, who has a plethora of places up his sleeve, was insistent that instead of going to a standard kebab house for post lash food, that we should go for some high quality food. I questioned whether this was possible at this time but I was to be proven wrong.
VQ was the place and it is a 24 hour restaurant/diner. Genius. Kroeger, Measom, Grubby, Scotty and Rob were the attendees and We were at the Chelsea branch of VW. To my disbelief there was a queue outside despite it approaching 2.30am. Once in after a small wait, we were seated at the table and greeted by a very pleasant but sleep deprived waiter. Wine and beers (Even at that time you head cases!?) were ordered along with the food.
The only photo I have of VQ. What a great photo of the queue eh?
I went for the 6oz Cheeseburger with the added extras of caramelised onions and crispy bacon. I didn't go for the double up option as I didn't have it in me. Now I can't give it the most accurate review in terms of taste but I can remember mumbling that it was decent and it was certainly better than the local kebab. More importantly the consistency of the bun was true.
Overall you can't bloody argue with this place. It sells decent food and is open for 24 hours while also offering table service. Pretty impressive and it certainly helped the hangover the next day. Another great recommendation from you Mr Kroeger. It isn't the cheapest but still fairly priced considering what it offers and it being in the early hours of the morning. The waiters did refuse to take a photo of us but to be fair there was a large queue outside the door, the place was full and it was 3am. I think on this occasion I will let them off.
I can see myself ending up here again after another Mare Motos or Kings Road session in the future. Worth a visit.
Summary of Electric Brixton
Name: Electric Brixton
Type: Nightclub/Venue
Location: Electric Brixton, Town Hall Parade, Brixton, London, SW2 1RJ
Date Visited: 18/10/14
Price: Fair
Rating: 4/5
Review
Well well well, what a cracking venue this is. The place was formerly known as the famous nightclub The Fridge but reopened around 5 years ago as Electric Brixton. It's massive and very impressive due to it being it converted from an old Cinema in the early 1900's. Theres the history behind it, for those of you who like the History Channel and a bit of background.
The front of the crowd. Edgy shot number 1 by Luke Chopper Harris
The reason for the visit was because Groove Armada, along with other acts such as Chris Malinchak, were DJ'ing. What a brilliant night it was. This sort of music is right up my street....chilled house (oh Jack you're so relevant and so scene!) It's not for the faint hearted as Electric Brixton doesn't shut its doors until very late but despite the serious fatigue and sore calves you suffer from the next day, its worth it.
Siese, Felton and I
One of the main benefits of this place is it's atmosphere. It is a huge arena but it still compacts everybody together in a way to create that buzz you want, very similar to the Brixton 02 Academy. Brixton does seem to get its venue right. Other cool features of this place is the balcony, again like the 02, which overlooks the stage and dance floor. It also has a wicked roof top smoking area which takes about an hour to get to and in all honesty is a little small but still cool.
Not my photo but shows you the set up of the venue well.
There are people I know who swear by this place and attend it regularly. I wouldn't go that far but if you are watching the right act then this is a great venue to come to. Definitely one for watching a DJ or an act but not to come to simply as a nightclub. I was impressed.
Nice edgy shot number 2 taken by Luke Chopper Harris
Special Shoutout
Winner: Rob Buchanon
Poem Advice
Finished a night out
And wanting high quality food
VQ is that place for you
The staff busy but not rude
So Electric Brixton
Very impressive for sure
Though to get to the smoking area
Feels like a tour
Many thanks once again. Christmas is approaching so expect more blog posts to cheer up your festive period. It's my pleasure.
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