48 Hours of Coffee in Soho
Day 1: Morning
9am-10am
📍19 Beak Street
Begin your morning at Soho Grind Espresso and Cocktail Bar, a must-visit for coffee lovers. The coffee bar boasts Grind's exclusive custom blend, the Shoreditch Grind House Espresso Blend, specifically created for Soho.
Enjoy a morning coffee alongside a selection of pastries, muesli and fruit.
10am-10:15am
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.
10:15am-10:30am
Shaida Walking
📍Carnaby Street-Broadwick Street junction
Next to the mural is another piece of Soho artwork, Shaida Walking. 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.
10:30am-11:30am
Department of Coffee and Social Affairs
📍3 Lowndes Court
Make your way over to Department of Coffee and Social Affairs (DOCOA), situated just off of Carnaby Street. Recognised as the leading coffee company in the UK on more than one occasion, DOCOA offers the best single estate coffee from around the world. Upstairs find their Espresso Bar and below the infamous Brew Bar. Sit and enjoy the atmosphere or grab and go.
11:30am-12pm
Algerian Coffee Stores
📍52 Old Compton Street
Your next stop is one of the world's best known leading suppliers of coffee and tea. Algerian Coffee Stores opened in 1887 and boasts an incredible selection of over 80 coffees from around the globe. From organic and fairtrade to spiced are rare, there is always something new to discover.
Day 1: Afternoon
12pm-1pm
Berwick Street Market
📍Berwick Street Market
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.
1pm-2pm
Söderberg
📍36 Berwick Street
Room for more after Berwick Street Market? Time for some lunch at Söderberg, an authentic Swedish café. Their delicious baked goods pair perfectly with Johan & Nyström coffee, blended in Stockholm and poured with time and skill by talented baristas. Enjoy a cup of specialty coffee alongside their extensive food menu or sweet and savoury goods, hot and cold sandwiches, pizzas and plenty more to enjoy for lunch.
2pm-4pm
Outernet London
📍Charing Cross Road
Only a short walk from Soho, discover Outernet, a fully immersive and free art experience in London. With a series of immersive screens, projections and wraparound displays.
4pm-5pm
Lina Stores
📍18 Brewer Street
Established in 1944, Lina Stores Delicatessen is a Soho who have been serving authentic Italian coffee for over 75 years - perfect for pairing with their to-die-for cannoli's.
Day 1: Evening
5pm-7pm
The Duck & Rice
📍90 Berwick Street
Time for an early dinner at The Duck & Rice, an eccentric and unconventional eatery combining British pub culture with a traditional Cantonese restaurant. Dine on delicious cuisine from dim sum and noodle dishes to smaller plates for sharing ahead of a night of drama!
7pm-7:30pm
Venchi
📍32 Great Marlborough Street
Follow your dinner with dessert at Venchi. Venchi is famous for their authentic Italian dessert selection including Tiramisu, gelato and a range of divine coffee flavoured chocolates.
7:30pm-10:30pm
Catch a show
Prepare for the ultimate evening activity with a show in London's West End. From pitch-perfect musicals to belly-hurting comedies there's something for everyone to enjoy. From family hits including the hilarious Mrs Doubtfire musical and MJ The Musical packed full of hits we all know and love, to classics like Phantom of the Opera and Les Misérables.
The Royal Ballet and Opera is also close by, offering a schedule of world-class performances in Covent Garden.
10:30pm-Late
Nightjar
📍Kingly Court
Post-show, visit our favourite underground cocktail bar in Kingly Court for a selection of stunning cocktails. Mixing a cool lounge atmosphere with old-school glamour, Nightjar breathes new life into classic cocktails, with an electric feel and live music.
Coffee lovers will love the 'Cascara', a sweet and nutty cocktail made with coffee liqueur and cold brew coffee. Or go for the 'Toronto', made with coffee and roasted pecan maple syrup.
Overnight Stays in Soho
Day 2: Morning
9am-10am
Nagare Coffee
📍2 Newburgh Street
Start your morning the right way with a relaxing hot drink from Nagare Coffee. With their name inspired by the flowing of a river in Japanese ('Nagare'), sit back and relax with a cup of specialty coffee in one hand and a sweet treat in the other.
10am-11am
Shopping on Carnaby Street
📍Carnaby Street
Home to a mix of trendsetting brands and flagship stores, Carnaby Street is your favourite new brands.
Discover PANGAIA to shop minimalist, premium lifestyle wear with a focus on sustainability, makeup brands including Sculpted by Aimee and Benefit, and plenty of accessory stores to enhance your outfits, from new kicks at Puma to sunnies at Ray-Ban.
11am-11:30am
Crumbs & Doilies
📍Kingly Court
Time for a morning pick-me-up at Kingly Court bakery, Crumbs & Doilies. Choose from a range of delicious cupcakes, cookies, brownies and more, made fresh in-store daily.
11:30am-1pm
Liberty London
📍Great Marlborough Street
Less than a minutes walk from Carnaby Street, head over to Liberty London. Situated in Soho since 1875, Liberty is an iconic shopping destination spanning five floors of fashion, accessories, beauty, homeware and more - an absolute must if you're visiting London.
Day 2: Afternoon
1pm-2:30pm
Korean Dinner Party
📍Kingly Court
Stop by Kingly Court for lunch at Korean Dinner Party, inspired by LA's Koreatown. Dine on cocktails, craft sake and East-meets-West dishes to the soundtrack of Korean hip-hop.
2:30pm-4:30pm
The Photographer's 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.
4:30pm-5:30pm
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.
Day 2: Evening
5:30pm-7pm
Soho Grind
📍19 Beak Street
Time to return to Soho Grind, however this time when it has turned from cafe to cocktail bar! Try a selection of signature and classic cocktails. A must try is the coffee-based Grind Espresso Martini of course!
7pm-9pm
Dishoom
📍22 Kingly Street
Paying homage to the Irani cafés and food of Bombay, indulge in a lovingly prepared dinner by the Chefs at Dishoom. Eat your way through a menu of Bombay comfort food, with a welcoming in-house atmosphere and warm hospitality.
9pm-9:30pm
La Maritxu
📍10 Kingly Street
Enjoy a post dinner sweet treat at La Maritxu, serving up one speciality product, authentic basque cheesecake. With a crispy, caramelised exterior and creamy centre, shop La Maritxu's cheesecake by slice or whole cakes. Perfect alongside a cup of their specialty coffee.
9:30pm-Late
Ronnie Scott's
📍47 Frith Street
Time for a late-night show at world-famous jazz club, Ronnie Scott's. Welcoming some of the biggest names in jazz since 1959, Ronnie Scott's nightly shows provides an unbeatable atmosphere. The venue maintains a 'no talking' rule during performances, allowing for a deeper appreciation of the music.