Restaurant James Sommerin
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Defunct | 2020 |
| Fate | Closed due to COVID-19 lockdowns and financial difficulties |
| Headquarters | Penarth , Wales, United Kingdom |
Key people | James Sommerin (owner and chef) |
| Products | Fine dining |
Restaurant James Sommerin was a Michelin-starred dining establishment located in Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales, owned and managed by chef James Sommerin. Prior to this, Sommerin was at the helm of the Michelin-recognized The Crown and Whitebrook in Monmouthshire.
Description
Situated within the Edwardian Beachcliff building, which underwent redevelopment by Richard Hayward Properties, the restaurant offered views overlooking the Severn Estuary from Penarth's seafront promenade. In 2016, nine boutique-style guest rooms were introduced to serve visitors staying overnight.
This coastal venue ceased operations in the summer of 2020 due to extended COVID-19 lockdowns and the absence of financial aid. Initially considering a meal delivery service, Sommerin ultimately chose to donate 1,000 meals to NHS personnel using existing ingredients. One year afterward, he inaugurated a new upscale dining establishment named Home on Stanwell Road, Penarth.