Forty Dean Street

"It’s been four days since you gave them a b-a-t-h and they’re still acting like you constituted a worldwide ban on tennis balls before calling the neighbour’s pug “a good boy” in front of them. It’s time for some quality bonding time for the both of you, and at 40 Dean Street in Soho that means a cosy sit down for them, and some pasta and martinis for you. From the homely, family restaurant feel to the pistachio tiramisu, this Italian spot is a proper charmer. " - heidi lauth beasley, jake missing, rianne shlebak, sinead cranna

"It’s easy to find bubble tea in central London, which makes it hard to know which is best. If you’re in Soho, head to Kissaten. After placing your takeaway order via big touch screens, turn your attention to the gachapon machines which are crammed in, floor to ceiling. Grab a couple of small toys before your number is called. We choose a different mascot each time, but when it comes to the drinks, we always stick with the Earl Grey milk tea with honey tapioca. It has a subtle floral twist on regular milk tea, balanced nicely by the sweet honey tapioca. photo credit: Koray Firat photo credit: Koray Firat" - Daisy Meager

"40 Dean Street serves simple classic Italian food that makes us very happy. It’s a solid old school spot, and although the interior looks like it hasn’t changed since the 80s, it’s totally charming. You should come to eat the veal, some pasta, or a pizza, which are all reliably good. In fact, they’re more than good, they’re classics done the way classics are supposed to be done. It’s the perfect spot for a casual date, catching up with mates, or whenever you want to go to a place that feels like it’s at the other end of the scale to the edgy cuisine that’s become so popular in Soho. Also, assuming you remember what it’s called, you’ll have no problem remembering where it is." - Sam Collins