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1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine
4.4
Awesome(91)
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.
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2. Bocconcino Soho
4.4
Awesome(1034)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Soho
Booked 50 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. Forty Dean Street
4.6
Exceptional(3872)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Soho
Booked 34 times today
Forty Dean Street is the pinnacle of affordable Italian cuisine in busy Soho. We are a small, family run restaurant dedicated to providing incredible food at incredible prices. Our set menu boasts a variety of sensational dishes built around fresh, seasonal produce and has customers coming back on a daily basis. Our à la carte menu is a favourite with our regulars, the media crowd and tourists alike.Italian food has been served at Forty Dean Street for more than 17 years, so we like to think there’s nothing we haven’t mastered. So pop in for an Aperol Spritz!
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4. Imperial Treasure
4.7
Exceptional(1089)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Piccadilly
Booked 37 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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5. Singapulah
4.4
Awesome(191)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Soho
Booked 55 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!
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6. Sartoria
4.4
Awesome(2119)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Oxford Circus
Booked 25 times today
Sartoria is praised by customers for its authentic Italian cuisine. Reviewers frequently mention the fresh, delicious food that tastes homemade. The restaurant's dedication to serving traditional dishes is noted as a rarity in today's dining landscape. The presentation of the dishes is also highlighted as elegant, adding to the overall authentic Italian experience.
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7. Lobos Meat & Tapas - Soho
4.5
Awesome(2328)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • Soho
Booked 42 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.
A photo of Tamarind Kitchen Soho restaurant
8. Tamarind Kitchen Soho
4.6
Exceptional(1862)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Soho
Booked 25 times today
Tamarind Kitchen - a place to socialise, relax and enjoy some irresistible Indian sharing cuisine in Soho. For more information, visit tamarindkitchen.co.uk
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9. Thai Tho - Soho
4.5
Awesome(783)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Piccadilly
Booked 7 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.
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10. Long Chim
4.2
Awesome(51)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Soho
Booked 26 times today
Long Chim, meaning to 'come and try,' invites you to an authentic Thai dining experience. We strive to capture the vibrancy and energy of modern Bangkok, serving the food found in the alleyways, the markets and the shop houses in Thailand’s capital. Group Bookings (8+) Please request a reservation here: https://longchim.london/group-bookings or send us an email via hello@longchim.london.
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