Best Wine Bars In Soho

• Location: 44-46 Cranbourn Street, WC2H 7AN
• Price: ££
• Why we recommend: convivial, knowledgeable, and effortlessly timeless, this is where every visit promises excellent wine, hearty food, and a welcoming atmosphere

For a truly old-fashioned and authentic wine bar in Soho, London, check out Cork & Bottle by Leicester Square. Founded in 1971 by Don Hewitson, the bar quickly gained access to some of the world's most treasured wines, and over fifty years later, it remains a pilgrimage site for wine lovers.

Now run by Will Clayton under Don's watchful eye, Cork & Bottle combines old-school charm with a 300-label wine list that spans regions and styles. When it comes to a bite to eat, the menu offers robust, well-executed dishes designed to complement the wines, from small plates to the cult-favourite ham and cheese pie.

• Location: 23 Firth Street, W1D 4RR
• Price: ££-£££
• Why we recommend: we think that The Black Book is perfect for when only a serious by-the-glass list will do. It's one of the few spots in Soho where you can taste truly fine and rare wines without committing to the whole bottle

The Black Book is a boutique basement wine bar that was once home to TRADE, a members' club for the hospitality industry. It takes its name from the club's fabled 'black book' of rare and fine wines - a legacy it proudly continues. There's still a sense of exclusivity about the space, but today it's open to all who share a serious interest in what's in the glass.

Thanks to its walk-in Coravin Cellar, the largest of its kind in London, the bar boasts an unrivalled by-the-glass selection, pouring everything from benchmark Champagne and cult Italian whites to hard-to-find Californian Chardonnay and rare fine reds usually reserved for full-bottle commitments. The list changes daily and spans the globe, underpinned by a simple philosophy: a passion for great wine.

• Location: 25 Litchfield Street, WC2H 9NJ
• Price: ££
• Why we recommend: we feel that Le Beaujolais is a haven for anyone seeking an authentic French experience in Soho - a historic retreat from the bustle of central London

Slap bang in the middle of Soho and Covent Garden is Le Beaujolais. Since 1972, it has held fast to its French roots, with the ground floor serving as the capital's oldest French wine bar and a members-only restaurant tucked below. Steeped in history, the venue has remained in French hands since the war, offering an authentic and rustic taste of French terroir through both its carefully sourced wines and traditional recipes. 

The wine list is a celebration of French regions, featuring everything from Loire Chenin and Burgundy Chardonnay to classic Beaujolais Gamay and Rhône Grenache blends, with many options available by the glass. Pair a delicate Pouilly-Fumé or Sancerre with smoked salmon or a charcuterie platter, and follow it up with Boeuf Bourguignon, Hachis Parmentier, or a selection of regional cheeses. 

• Location: 41 Dean Street, W1D 4PY
• Price: ££
• Why we recommend: the Ducksoup Cellar Book highlights a special selection of wines cared for over time, demonstrating the team's love and respect for winemaking

Found on Dean Street, Ducksoup is one of Soho's original cool‑kid wine bars, combining rustic charm with a relaxed attitude. Small and intimate, the space hums with life, featuring scrubbed wooden tables, an open kitchen and a vinyl record player you're encouraged to use. 

Founded by Clare Lattin, Tom Hill and Rory McCoy, Ducksoup champions seasonal, modern European cooking with a focus on simplicity and quality ingredients. The handwritten menu evolves weekly, while the wine list, featuring natural, low‑intervention, and biodynamic bottles, changes by the glass just as frequently, offering guests a chance to discover new producers and vintages. 

• Location: 12A Newburgh Street, W1F 7RR 
• Price: ££
• Why we recommend: we find that staff are knowledgeable and generous with their insight, happily guiding you through regions and producers or hosting dedicated tastings in the upstairs space

A gem in Carnaby, Antidote is a quietly charming two-floor wine bar where downstairs is relaxed and convivial, while upstairs fronts a dining room with banquette seating, mirrored walls, and low lighting.

The wine list is rooted in organic and biodynamic producers, with a strong French backbone and a commitment to low-intervention winemaking. Everything is naturally fermented, sourced from growers who work in harmony with their vineyards, and available to take home at shop price if you find a favourite. Expect skin-contact ambers from the Languedoc, Loire reds, Rhône Syrah and characterful whites from Provence and beyond, alongside Champagne for those starting in celebratory mode. 

• Location: 26 Foubert's Place, W1F 7PP
• Price: ££-£££
• Why we recommend: date night never looked so good with a table at Majorie's. We love this cool-looking spot, and when the weather's good, you'll find tables dotted around out front for alfresco drinking 

If a French wine bar in Soho is on the itinerary, then look no further than Majorie's on Fourbet's Place. This Parisian-inspired drinking den spread over two floors is the debut from Michael Searle and Josh Anderson, with Giacomo Peretti (previously La Gavroche and Fired, to name a few), overseeing the kitchen.

Downstairs offers a more intimate atmosphere, with candle-lit tables and arches, whereas upstairs is the ideal spot for grazing on the likes of tartare, pasta plates, and crab tartlets. You'll enjoy a French wine list here, spotlighting contemporary producers, with bottles starting from around £45 each. 

• Location: First Floor, The Blue Posts, 28 Rupert Street, W1D 6DJ
• Price: ££-£££
• Why we recommend: the focus is on fine and natural wines from both the old world and the new, with a cabinet that champions niche varieties, emerging regions and lesser-known growers

Hidden above The Blue Posts on the edge of Soho, The Mulwray can be found if you know where to look. Slip upstairs, and the pub noise falls away, replaced by low lighting, closely set tables and shelves lined with bottles that are thoughtfully chosen. 

The list is arranged by style and shifts with the seasons, so you can expect cool-climate whites, silky reds and a few wildcard bottles for the curious, alongside a weekly changing by-the-glass selection and Coravin pours for those keen to try something rare. Sustainability is key, with an emphasis on biodynamic producers, meaning contemporary natural gems sit comfortably beside classic benchmarks, from Mosel Riesling and Alsace blends to Barbaresco and Tokaji.

• Location: 2 Greek Street, W1D 4NB
• Price: ££
• Why we recommend: Noble Rot Soho has a brilliant combination of historic charm, thoughtful menus, and a wine selection that spans the globe - bring your book and lounge with a glass of something special 

On Greek Street, Noble Rot Soho occupies the historic former home of The Gay Hussar, a space once frequented by left-leaning politicians and prime ministers alike, including Clement Attlee, Gordon Brown and Tony Blair. Today, the handsome period features have been carefully restored, while Guardian cartoonist Martin Rowson's triptychs nod to both its storied political past and its more louche present.

In the kitchen, executive chef Adam Wood and head chef Áron Stigmon, with guidance from consultant Stephen Harris, craft dishes designed to complement one of the most thrilling wine lists in London. Signature plates such as roast chicken with morels and vin jaune showcase the restaurant's commitment to confident, wine-led cooking.

• Location: 19 Kingly Street, W1B 5PY
• Price: ££
• Why we recommend: we love this bar and restaurant for meeting up with friends as the sharing plates are great for group dynamics, and you can order an exciting wine by the bottle knowing that it's been expertly curated for Bar Crispin

Nestled in Carnaby Street, and sister restaurant to Crispin and Bistro Freddie, Bar Crispin is a stylish, natural Soho wine bar. It offers modern, emerald-toned decor, sleek steel table tops, and tempting European small plates made from British ingredients, whipped by head chef Fabien Spagnolo.

The drinks list is primarily European too, curated by Alex Price. It's sourced from producers who exercise biodynamic practices, as well as rare grape varieties, with sustainability at the forefront. You can look forward to house wines by the glass starting from £7.50, as well as a range of reds, whites, rosé and orange.