A list for the loved-up, we've found the most romantic restaurants in Soho for a meal with your other half. Whether you're trying cocktails and steak in Compton Brasserie, an elite gastro experience by candlelight at The Devonshire (you know the one), or dim sum in a hidden cocktail bar at Opium, we've come up with a list that's perfect for romantic couples on the hunt for a dining experience that suits the mood.
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Last updated on 27th May 2025
Make your way to Piccadilly Circus to discover Machiya, a stylish Japanese restaurant that serves traditional dishes alongside Japanese whiskeys, beers, fruit sake and hot tea. Expect simple interiors and wooden tables, in a space that lets the food do all the talking.
There's plenty to choose from on their menu, including panko-crusted chicken katsu curry, teriyaki-glazed salmon and fried tofu with a tempura sauce.
64 Old Compton Street is an intimate restaurant that's ideal for dates, sister to the beloved 40 Dean Street nearby. The small space is filled with bright blue walls and plush booth seating, and there are several outdoor tables too.
There's plenty to get stuck into, from spinach and ricotta ravioli to nduja pizza or homemade beef lasagne. To drink? There's a cracking selection of both wines and cocktails.
An intimate Italian restaurant in the heart of Soho, 40 Dean Street is a family-run destination that's ideal for date night. Expect dark, sultry interiors and traditional wooden furniture, as well as a charming outdoor terrace.
Tuck into a wide range of dishes, from chicken and saffron risotto to ricotta ravioli or pepperoni and jalapeno pizza, washed down with a wide variety of premium wines.
Make your way to Beak Street to discover Stcks'n'Sushi's Soho outpost, ideal for a romantic date night. One of the most popular restaurant groups in Denmark, and rapidly growing across London, this Japanese restaurant features an exciting menu and sleek Scandinavian interiors.
Expect low lighting, dark furnishings and stylish, modern decor. Wondering what to eat? There's all sorts to choose from here, including pink Alaska uramaki, lamb and spring onion skewers or avocado maki, with plenty of vegan and gluten-free options across the menu. Topping it all off? A cracking selection of cocktails.
Specialising in modern Spanish and Italian cuisine, Ember Yard is a dreamy date night destination on Berwick Street. Take a seat on their green leather booths and admire the sultry, dark interiors, featuring hanging lightbulbs on ropes, wooden tables and a tiled bar.
Their state-of-the-art charcoal grill is the main focus of the menu, cooking up the likes of prawn pil pil, grilled chorizo picante with burnt pineapple and josper-roasted hispi cabbage. There are cracking cocktails to match, and for something extra special, nab a seat at their chef's table dining experience.
It's notoriously hard to get a table at, but trust us, your other half will be very impressed if you manage to secure a spot at The Devonshire. This gastropub was created by hospitality legends Oisin Rogers, Charlie Carroll and Ashley Palmer-Watts, and they've changed the game when it comes to gastro dining in London.
Spanning across two floors, this modern, stylish space is ideal for date night. The British menu features in-house butchery and baking, sourcing its ingredients from the UK where possible, from Scottish seafood to scallops from Devon. Munch on everything from pumpkin risotto to fillet of beef or lamb hotpot, paired with great quality beer or wine.
One of the best romantic restaurants Soho has to offer has got to be Miradora Rooftop Restaurant Tequileria, a chic space on Charing Cross Road that look =s out over Central London from its floor-to-ceiling windows. The elevated destination can be found above the Assembly Hotel, boasting simple, modern interiors filled with colourful floral displays.
As for the menu, expect Asian-inspired small plates alongside pizza, pasta and grill dishes. We're talking yuzu chilli burrata and tempura shrimp, followed by truffle cacio e pepe, hot honey and chorizo pizza or seared wagyu steak.
By far one of the sultriest restaurants in the whole city, Opium is a Gerrard Street gem that's hidden behind a jade green door and up a long, dark staircase. This Chinatown spot specialises in dim sum and unique cocktails that are bound to impress your date - think lobster or mushroom and truffle dumplings paired with signature sips.
Run by experienced bar owners Dre Masso and Eric Yu, you can expect big things here. The Asian-inspired decor perfectly blends traditional and modern trends, from the mismatched Chinese furniture to the floral wallpaper and romantic red lighting.
Part of The Daisy Green Collection, Scarlett Green is a two-storey restaurant inspired by Australian cafe culture, promising all-day dining in a friendly venue. Think white marble tables, plush velvet seating and colourful artwork all over the walls, and you might even find live DJ sets here come the weekend.
There are plenty of delicious cocktails and craft beers to enjoy, alongside a lengthy menu of international eats. Tuck into chicken parmigiana, barbecue tandoori salmon or miso-roasted aubergine, with a Mars Bar cheesecake to finish.
Situated right next to Carnaby Street, Ping Pong's Soho outpost is right in the heart of the action. They're all about dim sum and cocktails here, serving up a range of tasty dishes that range from spicy crab tartare to sweet and sour aubergine or steamed prawn and bamboo shoot dumplings.
Sip on a Beijing Sunset or the Lychee and Roses gin blend while you dine. As for the interiors, you'll find round wooden tables and lots of fairy lights, with pretty plants dotted around the room.
Reflecting the charm and vibrancy of Soho, Old Compton Brasserie is a buzzing venue that's full of colour. Think bright orange barstools and golden lighting, paired with murals on the walls and white marble-topped tables. Award-winning mixologist The Talented Mr Fox runs the bar, whipping up all sorts of creative signature cocktails named after famous locals like Regina Fong and Muriel Belcher.
Wondering what's on the menu? Expect British classics like roasted sea bream with ratatouille, lamb shank on a potato puree or a chilli and spring onion-topped cauliflower steak, as well as sumptuous Sunday roasts.
On the hunt for affordable romantic restaurants in Soho? Then check out Wildwood in Seven Dials. This relaxed space is filled with warm lighting and comfy leather booth seating, so you can coy up with your other half while sipping spritz cocktails and tucking into an array of indulgent Italian dishes.
Their extensive menu ranges from artisan, hand-crafted pizzas topped with grilled Mediterranean vegetables to creamy spaghetti carbonara or chicken Milanese - and don't miss out on the baked chocolate cookie dough for dessert.
Created by the people behind Zuma, INKO NITO is a welcoming restaurant that practices 'unconventional' Japanese Robatayaki - meaning you can see your food being prepared over charcoal before you dine. The open robata grill takes centre stage here, and all the seats are levelled at different heights, so each person gets a unique perspective of the action.
The Broadwick Street destination serves cocktails on tap from £11, as well as a vast food menu. Think roasted pork belly, wagyu beef with wasabi sauce or spicy tuna tempura, and they also offer ten-course tasting menus starting at £49.50 per person.
Looking to share some dim sum with your date? Then head to Yauatcha, a romantic restaurant in Soho's Chinatown. Having boasted a Michelin star since 2005, this sleek space serves authentic Cantonese cuisine with some modern twists, including everything from edamame truffle dumplings to wagyu beef puffs and lobster balls with pumpkin sauce.
There's an Eastern-inspired cocktail list to make the most of as well, featuring flavours like lemongrass and oolong tea. You can enjoy this all while admiring the dimly lit restaurant, which flaunts dark decor, an aquarium running along one wall and cosy leather booths on the other.
