Nessa Soho

In November, during a visit to London, we made a last-minute reservation on a Tuesday evening and were seated within twenty minutes. A promising start. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed: our coats were neatly taken, we were graciously guided to our table. These first details immediately set a tone of quiet elegance and genuine hospitality. The host’s recommendations were honest and well-judged, which we greatly appreciated. We came in search of authentic British cooking and were not disappointed. The Aged Beef Rump Tartare with charred seeded loaf and confit egg was utterly divine. The Beetroot & Fig Salad was beautifully balanced, earthy, fresh, and deeply appealing, while the Fennel Citrus Salad was so good it has since become a dish I recreate at home. The Roast Rump of West Country Lamb was outstanding: tender, flavoursome, and perfectly cooked. The only dish that failed to impress was the Celeriac Carbonara, which unfortunately tasted slightly chemical and lacked the warmth present elsewhere on the menu. Dessert, however, was a triumph. The Cherry Bakewell, with almond frosting and caramelised pecans, was simply irresistible.. comforting, refined, and worth waking up for! A thoughtful birthday candle added a personal touch, and the cocktails.. especially the grapefruit, were superb. A memorable dining experience defined by thoughtful service, respect for tradition, and food prepared with confidence and care!

We visited Nessa for the Pre-Theatre menu (£27 for 3 courses), which offered excellent value. Both the exterior and interior are stunning—very classy and quintessentially British. The staff were friendly and incredibly accommodating throughout. Regarding the food: the starters were good, though the mushroom ravioli was a bit oily for our taste. For sides, the fries were solid, but the chargrilled broccoli was quite unique and perhaps not something we would order again. The highlight was the sticky toffee pudding. The ice cream however was crystallized. Overall, a very pleasant experience and a beautiful venue, though we would likely try different menu options on a return visit. 4/5.

We were seated straight away and I explained that we only had an hour and a quarter for dinner, we were ensured that wasn't an issue and she would make sure things came out promptly. The menu isn't huge, which usually means the restaurant has taken care to do a few things very well, but the food was amazing. The steak tartare and salmon tartare were delicious, and we both had a fish dish for mains which were equally as tasty, cooked and seasoned to perfection. Sticky toffee pudding and trifle for dessert didn't disappoint. Excellent service, very reasonable prices, and we were out on time without anything feeling rushed. We would have gone back for breakfast the next day had we not already booked somewhere else, but we will be back!

Soho Nessa has become my safe spot every time I come to London. I’ve been there for both brunch and dinner, often on my own, and I always feel completely comfortable. The food is delicious and made entirely from scratch, with great-quality ingredients you can really taste. The atmosphere is warm and beautifully designed, which makes the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back, as always.

Great restaurant, dealt with minor issues very well. Fab cocktails. Suitable for groups and also intimate seating for two is available. Really enjoyed that we were able to relax and discuss/enjoy the food and not feel rushed like many places in London. Will be going again soon! Seasoned staff that know what they are doing and made our party very comfortable.

@nessasoho offers modern British plates, perfect for sharing with friends and family. The venue exudes a sophisticated vibe with clean interiors and warm lighting, ideal for a dinner ambiance. The food is inventive enough to spark curiosity, with the signature CELERIAC carbonara (yes, vegetable instead of pasta!) standing out as the star. Other personal favorites include the pumpkin ravioli and beer-brined chicken. Desserts might be a pass, but the cocktail list is worth exploring—if you prefer less sweetness, opt for the Lost Goodbye. Service is solid, with the team making up for a few delays from the kitchen. Thanks Eunice for fantastic attentive service and for the advice on the menu. For a group of four, four small plates and three mains suffice. Our bill was £72 each including two cocktails.

Service was impeccable, wish I got the name of our lovely server, she was very well informed about the brunch menu & very accommodating, there were many items on the menu with alcohol. The matcha was quite terrible wouldn’t recommend however, all in all really enjoyed the food, my friend ordered the coffee and had no qualms- would definitely recommend the french toast and buttermilk pancakes.

The dining area had a nice and cozy ambiance with dim lighting. It took about ten minutes to get the bread (7£ for four small slices is pretty steep). The mains took an approximate additional thirty minutes to arrive afterwards. The chicken breast was overcooked and dry and for 28£ it should have had more substance. The squash ravioli had the strangest flavor of sweetness and were absolutely not enjoyable to eat. Service charge included in the bill. Will definitely not be back or recommend this place for an enjoyable food experience.