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1. Dean Street Townhouse
4.6
Exceptional(4704)
Price: Expensive
• British • Soho
Booked 113 times today
Dean Street Townhouse is a neighborhood gem because of its cosy, relaxed atmosphere, traditional British cuisine, and excellent service. Reviewers frequently highlight its 'lovely ambiance', 'fabulous food', and 'friendly service'. It's also praised for its well-made cocktails, attentive staff, and reliable service. It's a favorite among locals and visitors alike, often recommended for special occasions.
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2. Bocconcino Soho
4.4
Awesome(1032)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Soho
Booked 64 times today
Nestled in the heart of Soho's bustling streets, Bocconcino offers an exquisite blend of traditional Italian gastronomy and contemporary London dining. Our restaurant showcases modern Italian elegance, with interiors featuring warm tones and marble accents. Our menu celebrates Italy's culinary heritage, marking us a standout Italian restaurant in Soho.Recognised by Conde Nast Traveller as a top 'Italian Restaurant in London' and nominated for 'Best Luxury Restaurant' and 'Best London Restaurant' at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards, Bocconcino sets the standard for Italian dining.Every Friday and Saturday, and for Saturday brunch, our restaurant with a DJ comes alive. Our ground floor vibrates with energy from live DJs, making Bocconcino the prime choice for a bottomless brunch or fine dining in Soho.
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3. Andrew Edmunds
4.7
Exceptional(2142)
Price: Expensive
• Modern European • Soho
Booked 45 times today
Established in 1985, Andrew Edmunds is considered one of the last bastions of 'old Soho'. This 18th century town house has, for more than thirty years, attracted many loyal customers. A relaxed atmosphere, seasonal menu and famous but reasonably priced wine list have ensured our enduring popularity.
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4. Yauatcha Soho
4.5
Awesome(6836)
Price: Expensive
• Chinese • Soho
Booked 12 times today
Yauatcha Soho, located in the heart of vibrant London, is an all-day dim sum teahouse offering a wide selection of modern authentic dim sum alongside European patisserie and an extensive range of teas, wine and cocktails. The design of the restaurant is a modern interpretation of the old Chinese teahouse. At the same time, the lighting and seating embodies the atmosphere of a vibrant ‘chatter shop’, similar to the traditional Hong Kong dim sum restaurants. The restaurant offers Cantonese dishes with a modern influence, with an extensive range of steamed, baked, grilled and fried dim sum such as Yauatcha’s signature dishes of Scallop shui mai and Venison puffs.
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5. Doppo
4.9
Exceptional(813)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Soho
Booked 22 times today
Doppo is a neighborhood gem, praised for its cozy, intimate ambiance, quality food, and excellent service. It's described as a 'fantastic gem in Soho', 'a beautiful, cosy restaurant' and 'an absolute gem of a place'. The menu features fresh, delicious Italian cuisine, and the wine list is highly regarded. Whether it's a romantic dinner or a catch-up with friends, Doppo is a highly recommended spot in Soho.
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6. Goldies
4.3
Awesome(133)
Price: Moderate
• Grill • Soho
Booked 18 times today
Goldies’ menu focuses on the use of a wood-fired grill, with a selection of small and large plates connected by rich, smoky flavours. Highlights include a Merguez Scotch Egg with harissa mayonnaise, Marinated Baby Chicken with smoked yoghurt, and Grilled Wild Mushrooms, Baby Leek, and a confit egg yolk. In a nod to the founders’ French roots, variations of the iconic Frites are the signature of the restaurant, which are hand-cut and twice-cooked, in either beef dripping or vegetable oil.The design of the space is centred on the expertise of wood-fired cooking, with kitchen counter seating to create a dramatic dining experience for guests. The interiors are cosy, with contemporary decoration, terracotta warm tones and a groovy musical atmosphere. Goldies features a noteworthy terrace that fits 30 guests.
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7. Kettner’s
4.6
Exceptional(998)
Price: Expensive
• French • Leicester Square
Booked 42 times today
Kettner’s Townhouse is a restaurant and Champagne Bar with 33 bedrooms, in a historic Georgian building in London’s Soho. Established in 1867 by Auguste Kettner, Kettner’s was one of the first restaurants in London to serve French food. The French restaurant at Kettner’s Townhouse has a menu inspired by the history of the building, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, using locally sourced ingredients from the UK.
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8. Sartoria
4.4
Awesome(2119)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Oxford Circus
Booked 13 times today
Sartoria is a gem in the neighborhood, serving classic and contemporary Italian dishes in a sophisticated setting. Reviewers rave about the excellent food, great service, and fantastic ambiance. It's been described as a 'first class restaurant' with 'impeccable and friendly service', and a 'quiet oasis' from the busy West End streets. The decor and setting have been praised as elegant, making it a perfect spot for special occasions.
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9. L'Escargot
4.7
Exceptional(752)
Price: Expensive
• French • Soho
Booked 35 times today
To welcome in 2025 we are offering a special lunch and pre-theatre menu. £20 for 2 courses and £25 for 3 (plus service). It is an amazing bargain for the whole of January.L'Escargot is London's oldest and most celebrated French restaurant serving classic French dishes. Favourite dishes include French onion soup, Lobster bisque, oysters, Tournedos "Rossini", grilled lobster, Chateaubriand and of course snails ! L'Escargot was voted one of the most romantic restaurants in London and is a perfect spot to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. If you want to come in just for a drink, upstairs there is a great cocktail bar with reasonably priced cocktails and a bar snack menu.The restaurant has welcomed celebrities such as Coco Chanel, Charles de Gaulle, Maurice Chevalier, Laurence Olivier, Lucien Freud and Francis Bacon. and was a favourite of Princess DianaL'Escargot is located close to all the major West-End theatres, which makes it an excellent pre and post theatre dining spot.
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10. Asador Bar & Grill
4.4
Awesome(96)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Soho
Booked 6 times today
Must try destination , the best steak house in the area, we are proud to offer the best Argentinian meat ,every single cut on our menu is coming straight from the butcher ,Asador is not just the best destination for meat lovers ,but our menu offers a large selection of fish , chicken and vegetarian dishes ,and HALAL meateither you coming for a meal or a drink in our bar/lounge ,Asador Bar and Grill is your destination.
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