The Licensing Sub-Committee was scheduled to consider an application for a new premises licence for Muncheez, a restaurant located at 24 Pembridge Road, London, W11 3HL. The application sought to extend the hours for the provision of late-night refreshment and to allow the premises to remain open to the public later than previously licensed.

Application for a Premises Licence for Muncheez

The primary item scheduled for discussion was an application by Mr Muncheese Ltd for a new premises licence for Muncheez, located at 24 Pembridge Road, London, W11 3HL. The premises previously held a licence that permitted the provision of late-night refreshment and the sale of alcohol, but this licence lapsed on 22 May 2025.

The current application proposed extended hours for the provision of late-night refreshment (indoors) and for the premises to be open to the public. Specifically, the proposed hours for late-night refreshment were:

• Sunday to Thursday: 11pm until 2am
• Friday to Saturday: 11pm until 3am

The proposed hours for the premises to be open to the public were:

• Sunday to Thursday: 8am until 2am
• Friday to Saturday: 8am until 3am

The applicant, Mr Muncheese Ltd, had volunteered several conditions to promote the licensing objectives, including that couriers collect food and drink inside the premises, that cooking processes do not generate nuisance smells, and that notices are displayed requesting patrons to leave quietly. The applicant also stated that measures such as CCTV, staff training, and an incident log would be in place to prevent crime and disorder, ensure public safety, prevent public nuisance, and protect children from harm.

However, the licensing authority had received five representations opposing the application, including one from the Bulmer Mews Residents Association. The objectors raised concerns that the proposed hours were excessive and would lead to increased disturbance for local residents, particularly in the residential area of Bulmer Mews. Specific concerns included noise from customers coming and going, potential for antisocial behaviour, litter, and smells from cooking. Residents also noted that other similar establishments in the area had earlier closing times.

The report pack indicated that the Director of Highway and Regulatory Services would present the application for decision. The committee was to consider the application in light of the representations received and the steps volunteered by the applicant, with the aim of promoting the four licensing objectives: the prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, the prevention of public nuisance, and the protection of children from harm. The report also noted that the Planning Team had raised no objection to the application.