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1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(92)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Raynes Park

Sai serves authentic Punjabi cuisine with tandoor cooking a speciality. The spice range is broad, from minimal to high levels and vegetables forming the backbone of the menu. Wheat is the staple food of Punjabis; however, they do enjoy eating rice at festivals and other special occasions. When it comes to food, each region within Punjab has an entirely different preference, for example, people in Amritsar are particularly fond of stuffed parathas and milk products. The philosophy of life for many Punjabis is to eat, drink and make merry. They are lively people who are extremely fond of eating good food. In the preparation of Punjabi food, onion, ginger and garlic are used extensively to enhance the taste of the food.**NEW***SUNDAY BRUNCH 11am to 3pm, try Indian street food from different part of India with unlimited KADAK CHAI.****LUNCH****Now open for lunch Tuesday-Saturday 12-3pm. Special express lunch menu and THALI on Saturdays. Please see our website for menus and details.

2. Cecconi's

4.6

Exceptional(2939)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mayfair

Booked 90 times today

Famous Italian brasseria serving items from "Cicchetti" (Italian style tapas) to Veal Milanese and Lobster Spaghetti. Vibrant yet traditional environment.

3. Bocconcino Soho

4.4

Awesome(811)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Soho

Booked 57 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.

4. Singapulah

4.3

Awesome(129)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Soho

Booked 36 times today

A PLETHORA OF FLAVOURS IS ON ITS WAY - SINGAPORE STYLE.Come on a gastronomic journey with us through a rich melting pot of flavours and cultures of the tiny red dot in Southeast Asia.For parties of 7 or more people, please email reservations@singapulah.co.uk. Thanks!

5. Imperial Treasure

4.6

Exceptional(1064)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Piccadilly

Booked 59 times today

Since the establishment of our first restaurant in 2003, Imperial Treasure Restaurant Group has won the hearts of gourmands and casual diners alike. Today, the Group has about 24 restaurants under its name, as well as over 50 accolades.The 140-seat restaurant opens in a Grade II-listed building, serving the finest and most authentic iteration of the iconic dish and preserving the centuries-old methods of the Emperor’s imperial kitchen. It harbours an extensive list of well-curated wines, champagnes and sake. A cocktail bar will offer a list of Asian-inspired cocktails and a whisky collection.

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6. Lobos Meat & Tapas - Soho

4.4

Awesome(2254)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Soho

Booked 74 times today

Lobos is an exciting tapas bar also focused on prime cuts of Spanish and British meat .Meaning wolves in Spanish ,Lobos offers a short sharp list of vibrantly authentic , tradicional tapas with ingredients sourced locally , evolving seasonally and therefore dishes that will change frequently depending on what is available on the market .Lobos is a real carnivore"s paradise ,think perfectly roasted ibérico pork ,slow cooked shoulders of lamb and lightly charred , rosy pink bone in ribeye to share ,all presented simply and cooked to perfection ,allowing the pristine quality of the offering to shine through. Please note that any reservations not confirmed with the restaurant may be subject to cancellation 24 hours before booking time.

7. Thai Tho - Soho

4.4

Awesome(760)

Price: Expensive

• Thai • Piccadilly

Booked 17 times today

Nestled just a stone's throw from Shaftesbury Avenue in the heart of London's theatre district, Thai Tho Soho stands as a beacon of authentic Thai flavours, drawing both the theatre crowd and notable personalities. Located on Rupert Street, it's the perfect spot for a pre-show bite or a post-show gathering. Business lunches and after-hours cocktails also find their place here.At Thai Tho Soho, we take pride in our ingredients, sourcing them fresh from Thailand weekly. Whether you're a Pad Thai lover or a curry enthusiast, our menu promises to delight. From our juicy barbecued pork skewers paired with sticky rice to the classic Thai Tom Yum and spicy papaya salad, every dish is a journey to the heart of Thailand.

8. Blanchette

4.6

Exceptional(158)

Price: Expensive

• French • Soho

Booked 19 times today

Blanchette Soho is a French bistro serving simple, classic and inventive French food. Our concept is based on the idea of sharing, from smaller snacks such as, charcuterie and cheese, to larger traditional dishes with a Blanchette twist. A fine selection of drinks, including a variety of French wines and classic cocktails, are also available.Founded in 2013 by brothers Maxime, Malik and Yannis, the quintessentially Parisian restaurant is named after their mother. Maxime and Yannis have, between them, almost 30 years of experience in hospitality having worked in top restaurants across London, New York and Paris.Music also plays a big part at Blanchette, with Malik, founder of sound design company La Musique du Faubourg, providing the soundtrack to ensure a buzzing and convivial atmosphere.

9. Engawa Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1091)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Soho

Booked 8 times today

Limited offer NOW AVAILABLE only for our newsletter subscribers!Lunch Offer- £10 OFF the 14 assorted HAKOZEN BENTO BOX on Friday until the end of January.Early Bird OfferEvery Wednesday and Thursday from 17:00 to 18:00 - £20 OFF the Dinner Hakozen Bento Box Until the end of January-----------------------------------------------------------ABOUT EngawaSet within the heart of Piccadilly, Engawa is one of London’s most authentic and traditional Japanese restaurants, specialising in the delicacy of Wagyu beef alongside a stunning selection of fresh sushi and sashimi.

10. Mele E Pere

4.4

Awesome(1800)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Soho

Booked 10 times today

Independent and family-run, we opened Mele e Pere in the heart of Soho in February 2012. We are three brothers and a friend who set out on a journey to create a genuine neighbourhood Trattoria reminiscent of the fabulous family-run places of northern Italy, where we all grew up.You should feel just as comfortable popping in for a glass of home-made vermouth and some sharing plates at the bar as you should taking your time to work through the menu in the dining room.We cook our seasonal and daily-changing menu with British produce and exceptional Italian ingredients. All of our pasta, desserts and ice-creams are made in our kitchen fresh every day. We have London’s largest selection of Vermouths behind our bar and our exclusively Italian wine list has loads of options for you available by the glass and carafe.

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Stanleyvip
London •1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
the dinner was too expensive for the quality of service
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Imperial TreasurePrice: Very Expensive• Chinese• Piccadilly
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4.6
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John
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was our first time eating here and it was excellent.Friendly & helpful staff great tasting food. The service was very efficient and helpful advice on choices. Definitely a place we will return to next time we are in London.
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SingapulahPrice: Expensive• Asian• Soho
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4.3
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CHRISS
London •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A very convivial lunch. Food and service first class with a good wine list . A tad on the noisy side which made conversation a little more difficult but didn't stop us enjoying ourselves . We will return
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Cecconi'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mayfair
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4.6
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David
Buckinghamshire •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had birthday meal at Lobos. Food was excellent and the servers were amazing helping celebrating the birthday!
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Lobos Meat & Tapas - SohoPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Soho
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4.4
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TIM
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Arrived at this beautiful restaurant with a booking and even though they were incredibly busy the lovely lady at reception find us a wonderful table close to the fantastic DJ, the service was attentive but not intrusive just as we like it to be, the food was amazing and can definitely recommend the lobster Pasta in particular, excellent value for money too, we will definitely be returning on our next trip and thank you for a wonderful evening xx
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Bocconcino SohoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Soho
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4.4

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526 restaurants available nearby

1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine

2. Cecconi's

3. Bocconcino Soho

4. Singapulah

5. Imperial Treasure

6. Lobos Meat & Tapas - Soho

7. Thai Tho - Soho

8. Blanchette

9. Engawa Restaurant

10. Mele E Pere

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