24 Hours of Solo Dining in Soho
Morning: 9am-12pm
9am-10:30am
Bar Italia
📍22 Frith Street
Open from 7am, visit a Soho icon, Bar Italia for a morning coffee. Opened in 1949 by the Polledri family, the venue has become a favourite amongst locals for it's quality hot brews and buzzing environment, perfect for both a solo date and meeting new people.
10:30am-10:45am
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.
Sitting on a bench with his arms outstretched, the sculpture makes for the perfect photo opportunity or place to relax with a coffee.
10:45am-12pm
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.
Afternoon: 12pm-6pm
12pm-1:30pm
BAO
📍53 Lexington Street
Specialising in 'xiao chi' small snacks and 'bao' steamed milk buns, Taiwanese restaurant Bao is the perfect spot for a solo meal. Order as little or as much as you like and take a counter seat at the bar for a seat sure to capture all the action.
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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.
Explore the likes of Sister Ray, Reckless Records, Phonica Records and Third Man Records to discover CD and vinyl across a range of genres.
2:30pm-3pm
Crumbs & Doilies
📍Kingly Court
Need an afternoon pick-me-up? Head over to Kingly Court for sweet treat from Crumbs & Doilies. Choose from a range of delicious cupcakes, cookies, brownies and more.
3pm-3:30pm
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.
3:30pm-4:30pm
Lina Stores
📍18 Brewer Street
Established in 1944, Lina Stores Delicatessen is a Soho staple. Discover authentic Italian produce, fresh handmade pasta and great wine in-store. Pitch up on one of the restaurant's bar stools, and dig in or shop their range of deli produce for later. Lina Stores even offers their delicious pasta dishes in half portions meaning you can try them all if you simply cannot decide.
4:30pm-6pm
Bar Kroketa
📍21 Beak Street
Time for a laid-back drink and light bite at Bar Kroketa. Redefining the tapas scene, the bar is casual, serving great cocktails and small plates. Perch at the counter seating bar, and indulge in delicious cocktail from the bar before dinner at The Palomar.
Evening: 6pm-Late
6pm-7:30pm
The Palomar
📍34 Rupert Street
Serving the food of modern day Jerusalem, The Palomar is one of the most talked about restaurants in London. Influenced by the rich cultures of Southern Spain, Italy and North Africa, dishes are served as small plates, perfect for getting a taste of everything that takes your fancy. With bar seating and an open kitchen to watch the action, the Palomar is perfect for solo dining.
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-11pm
Antidote
📍12 Newburgh Street
Next, grab a glass of wine in Antidote. This cosy and vibrant wine bar & shop features counter seating, a selection of organic wines and laid-back atmosphere, perfect for recharging after a long day in Soho.