Michelin-starred restaurant to close for months for major revamp
Sō–lō, in Ormskirk and owned by chef Tim Allen, will close after its Sunday lunch service on July 27 and reopen in early November following extensive renovations.
The refurbishment will include a new chef's table and a refreshed menu structure.
Mr Allen said: "The improvements are part of our commitment to positioning sō–lō as one of the leading dining destinations in Lancashire."
The restaurant earned its first Michelin star in 2023 (Image: Supplied)
He said: "This marks a really exciting stage in sō–lō's - and our own - journey.
"The time is right to invest further in the business, enhance the offering here at sō–lō and build upon the reputation we have.
"We want to be able to offer a stronger dining experience.
"The sō–lō people know and love will still be here - relaxed, welcoming and ingredient-led - but with a more modern, crisp, fresh new look."
The refurbishment will include a new chef's table (Image: Supplied)
Mr Allen and his partner, Mag, who manages front of house, took over the venue in 2021.
The restaurant earned its first Michelin star in 2023 and has retained it ever since.
It has also been named in the Top 100 and received several other industry accolades.
As part of the revamp, Mr Allen will introduce a more flexible menu offering, including both shorter and extended tasting menus.
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He said: "Flavour will always be at the forefront of what we do, but we are mixing things up a little.
"We'll also be offering a more casual, and shorter, tasting menu style experience which showcases outstanding ingredients, our passion for produce and imaginative dishes."
Sō–lō will continue to serve its à la carte lunch menu and award-winning Sunday lunch once it reopens.
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