Shelley Sandzer secures new whiskey concept Odyssey for Hoxton Square

Specialist leisure and F&B property agency, Shelley Sandzer, has secured whiskey-focused lounge bar and restaurant, Odyssey, for its debut space at 1 Hoxton Square.  The signing reflects Shelley Sandzer’s expertise in matching exciting the F&B concepts to the right locations in London.

Occupying a 3,000 sq ft unit at 1 Hoxton Square, Odyssey has opened its doors to a two-floor space, with the main bar area situated downstairs and casual hosting upstairs with 190 covers. With a focus on customer experience, Odyssey boasts over 600 bourbons, the largest collection outside the United States, and also offers an array of high-end cocktails that can be enjoyed alongside a selection of small sharing plates, such as yuca balls, braised beef quesabirra, and the original Kentucky Derby pie. Odyssey also offers a vegan version of the well-known ‘Whiskey Sour’ on draft, with a view to eventually selling its own branded whiskey, aged on-site.

Nick Weir, Joint Managing Partner at Shelley Sandzer, added: “Shoreditch’s standout night-time economy and its reputation as one of the trendiest parts of London make it a the perfect place for Odyssey to kickstart its presence in the capital. Whether you are looking for a casual stop-in or a specialist whiskey experience, Odyssey will be a standout addition to a neighbourhood already known for its diverse hospitality offer.”

Tony Vega, Co-Founder of Odyssey, said: “This has been a concept that we’ve talked about for many years now, and it’s great to finally see it come to fruition at 1 Hoxton Square. This location was a no brainer for us, and want to thank Shelley Sandzer for their expertise in helping us secure this site as we bring an unmatched bourbon collection to Shoreditch.”