48 Hours of Affordable Dining in Soho
Day 1: Morning
9am-10:30am
The Breakfast Club
📍11 Berwick Street
Kick off your morning with a meal at The Breakfast Club. Known for their classic fry ups and pancake stacks, the restaurant offers an extensive menu of British and American classics. Choose from eggs a variety of ways, club classics, breakfast sandwiches, pancakes and more.
10:30am-10:45am
The Smallest Gallery in Soho
📍62 Dean Street
Next is a quick stop at The Smallest Gallery in Soho. The free-to-view gallery is unique as visitors do not enter a gallery at all! With a changing window display exhibiting artwork, the gallery is a pleasant surprise for passers by wandering down Dean Street.
10:45am-11am
John Lennon 'Imagine' Bench
📍Top of Carnaby Street, outside Liberty
Your next stop is the life-size sculpture of iconic singer/songwriter John Lennon. Created in 2009 by Lawrence Holofcener, the sculpture was brought to Carnaby Street in 2021 and could not be more fitting with Soho's musical history.
11am-12:30pm
The Photographers Gallery
📍16-18 Ramillies Street
Next, visit The Photographer's Gallery, the UK's first public gallery dedicated to photography as an art form. The gallery displays a range of works from experts to novices, with regularly changing exhibitions and events.
Day 1: Afternoon
12:30am-1pm
Joe & The Juice
📍65-67 Broadwick Street
After all of that walking around, it's time for a break. Head over to Joe & The Juice for a specialty coffee, with an extensive menu of iced and hot coffee, there's something for all tastes to enjoy.
1pm-1:30pm
Missoma
📍56 Carnaby Street
Championing self-expression, Missoma is the place to be to shop unique, demi-fine and solid gold jewellery. Shop long-lasting, affordable jewellery in-store perfect for all styles from chunky to delicate, minimalist to maximalist. The Carnaby Street store even has an in-store Welding Studio for permanent bracelets and piercings.
1:30pm-2pm
OG Kicks
📍19-21 Foubert's Place
Your next stop is OG Kicks, a retailer for rare and collectible sneakers just off Carnaby Street. With a community feel, OG Kicks is the ultimate destination for sneakerheads who want to buy, sell and trade. Expect highly coveted sneakers from the biggest brands in the industry including Jordan, Yeezy and Nike.
2pm-3pm
Berwick Street Market
📍Berwick Street
Time to explore Soho's finest foodie destination, Berwick Street Market. Offering a range of international cuisine, fruit and vegetable traders and more, there's something to suit every taste.
3pm-3:30pm
Breadstall
📍92 Berwick Street
If nothing from Berwick Street Market tickled your fancy, grab a slice at Breadstall, Soho's newest pizza joint. Based on Berwick Street, either sit in or take a slice to go while you wander the streets of Soho. Order by the quarter slice, half or whole pizza, perfect for a light bite or a hearty meal, starting from just £7.
3:30pm-3:45pm
The Spirit of Soho Mural
📍Broadwick Street, on the side of RS No.9 on Carnaby Street
Next, visit The Spirit of Soho Mural on Broadwick Street. Created in 1991, the colourful mural celebrates the characters and venues which make Soho so special. The mural is crowned by St Anne, with her skirt forming the area's streets and lanes, with popular Soho institutions intertwined in the design including the Palladium, Carnaby Street and Ronnie Scott's.
3:45pm-4:15pm
Department of Coffee and Social Affairs
📍3 Lowndes Court
Make your way over to tranquil Lowndes Court, just off of Carnaby Street to the Department of Coffee and Social Affairs. The café is a favourite meeting spot for Soho creatives and shoppers, offering world-class coffee and a selection of pastries.
4:15pm-5pm
Sophie Tea Art
📍5 Newburgh Street
Not your typical gallery, Sophie Tea Art on Newburgh Street welcomes people to an immersive experience. Set across three levels, the gallery pays tribute to Sophie Tea Art's history. Her art carries a profound message of inclusivity and celebrates the female form, making all women feel that little bit nicer about themselves.
Day 1: Evening
5pm-6pm
The Ganton Arms
📍18-20 Ganton Street
Start your evening with a drink at The Ganton Arms, serving a host of classic lagers and craft beers as well as a premium range of wines and spirits and soft drinks. With a bustling, fun atmosphere, The Ganton Arms is the place to be for a relaxing tipple or two pre-dinner.
6pm-7:30pm
Pizza Pilgrims
📍Kingly Court
Renowned for their signature Neapolitan style pizza, it's time for dinner at Pizza Pilgrims. Nestled inside Kingly Court, choose from a menu of much loved classics and traditional flavours with a twist.
7:30pm-10pm
21Soho
📍3-5 Sutton Row
Ready for a laugh? Top off your night with a Soho comedy show at 21Soho. Book tickets for Soho's largest comedy stage for a night of belly-hurting laughter with weekly Friday and Saturday night 21Soho Presents... performances, which showcase a handpicked line-up of the finest comedians, with tickets under £20! The venue also hosts one-off events and open mic nights, for tickets as cheap as £5.
10pm-Late
Cahoots Ticket Hall
📍5 Kingly Street
Head over to Kingly Court for a tipple or two at Cahoots Ticket Hall, a 1940's themed black market pub serving a selection of beers and ales. Full of London spirit, relax in the welcoming pub venue, adorned with a giant station clock, old split-flap timetables, vintage advertisements and more.
Overnight Stays in Soho
Day 2: Morning
9am-10am
Café Vins
📍1 Marlborough Court
Start your morning with a coffee at the stylish Café Vins, combining the art of specialty coffee with the celebration of culture and design. Relax with a cup of coffee and browse the curated selection of books and magazines on offer.
10am-10:15am
Shaida Walking
📍Carnaby Street-Broadwick Street junction
Next, visit Soho's iconic Shaida Walking artwork. Recognised across the globe for his iconic style, Julian Opie created the permanent public work that premiered in 2016 and has been walking ever since.
10:15am-11am
LEON
📍36 Great Marlborough Street
Next, make your way over to LEON for a fast and healthy breakfast. Taking the fast-food industry by storm, LEON offers a menu of nutritious and delicious meals that don't break the bank. Go for a lighter breakfast with a filled Sourdough Muffin or opt for a bigger breakfast with a full English box to takeaway or enjoy in.
11am-12pm
Soho's Record Stores
As London's hub of creativity and music, Soho is home to some of London's most legendary music venues and independent record stores. Buy, sell and trade, and get some great deals on timeless classics.
Explore the likes of Sister Ray, Reckless Records, Phonica Records and Third Man Records to discover CD and vinyl across a range of genres.
Day 2: Afternoon
12pm-2pm
FRAMELESS
📍6 Marble Arch
A short walk from Soho, visit FRAMELESS a viral, immersive art world and multi-sensory experience. Explore four galleries and over 40 masterpieces, stepping inside world-famous masterpieces.
2pm-3pm
Ugly Dumpling
📍1 Newburgh Street
Start off your afternoon with lunch from Ugly Dumpling on Newburgh Street to discover a fusion of Western and Eastern flavours. The restaurant offers a selection of traditional Asian classics, including dumpling platters and an exclusive weekday meal deal from 12pm-5pm. Choose five dumplings of any two flavours, along with ugly noodles or salad for only £11.50.
3pm-3:30pm
Crumbs & Doilies
📍Kingly Court
Enjoy an afternoon pick-me-up at Crumbs & Doilies with their irresistible selection of cupcakes, cookies, brownies and more. Made fresh daily in the Kingly Court bakery, their selection of sweet treats are irresistible.
3:30pm-5:30pm
Shopping on Carnaby Street
📍Carnaby Street
Home to a mix of trendsetting brands and flagship stores, Carnaby Street is your favourite new brands.
Discover affordable brands including Abercrombie & Fitch, PUMA, MONKI and more. Make your way over to Foubert's Place for more shopping from Subdued, adidas Originals and Happy Socks. Treat yourself to affordable beauty from Benefit, PIXI Beauty and Sculpted By Aimee.
Day 2: Evening
5:30pm-7pm
Dirty Bones
📍Kingly Court
Time for dinner at Dirty Bones, a New York-inspired comfort food restaurant. Dine on tender BBQ Beef Short Rib, mac & cheese-filled Mac Daddy burger, Chicken & Waffles and more. The menu also features lighter lunch and dinner options like avocado or halloumi-topped Gem Lettuce Salad, Buffalo Aubergine Wings and Cheeseburger Dumplings, along with a long list of creative signature cocktails for every taste.
7pm-7:30pm
buns from home
📍63 Broadwick Street
Time for a sweet treat at viral sensation buns from home. Specialising in hand-rolled cinnamon buns, in a range of flavours including Berry Cheesecake and Pistachio, enjoy a bun alongside speciality coffee and cold bottled drinks to top off your evening meal.
7:30pm-10:30pm
Catch a show
Time for a night of magic in the West End. Soho is surrounded by some of the most famous theatres in the world, playing host to the greatest shows on the West End. From upbeat musicals and comedies to high-tension plays and opera, there's something for everyone to enjoy for an unforgettable evening.
10:30pm-Late
The Little Violet Door
📍9 Kingly Street
Time for the best house party in Soho, and everyone's invited! Spread across two floors, The Little Violet Door is inspired by a real life house party, from chatting with the girls in the bathroom to Mario Kart and cocktails in the kitchen. Enjoy an evening of music and a selection of delicious cocktails that'll keep you dancing all night long.