With such a rampant history, Soho is one of the best places visit a good old English pub and take in the vibrant LGBTQ-friendly streets between Oxford Circus and Covent Garden. From classic taverns where only draught pints reign supreme, to gastro pubs where plates gleam with only the finest of British ingredients, check out our list of some of the best pubs in Soho.
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The only authentic Dutch pub in London, De Hems offers an impressive range of local and Belgian beers on draught, alongside a menu of dishes inspired by The Netherlands. Better yet, they're still serving up a tasty roast for you to chow down on.
The St James Tavern is a fabulous watering hole to check out, thanks to its stylish yet casual space. You'll get to sip on freshly brewed pints, alongside an array of mouthwatering eats - think spicy chicken burgers, sausage rolls and glazed chicken skewers.
Searching for a crisp pint in Soho? Look no further than The Ganton Arms. This much-loved boozer is not only serving up a bootload of tasty bevvies, from cocktails to wine, but they also offer up some mouthwatering grub.
This lively Oxford Street pub is perfect for a boogie, with DJ sets every night and karaoke on Saturdays. The friendly, inclusive atmosphere is sure to draw you into this community hub, full of great beers and diverse music.
A popular pub in Soho, Sun & Thirteen Cantons is an intimate venue near Regents Street and is a great choice for those seeking out real ales as their selection is extensive. One of the top London pubs to visit for as well as its friendly and buzzing atmosphere it is also a great choice for private gatherings, as their basement bar is a cosy space perfect for those wanting a chic, yet traditional party space.
A name known across the UK for its affordable menus and sports-friendly weekends, O'Neill's on Marlborough and Wardour Street is a must when you're in the Soho area and in need of an affordable pint. Footie and rugby, with a slice of live music? You know they'll cover it too.
Craft brew connoisseurs Brewdog are now taking pride of place in central London. Head on over to their Soho site for the perfect after-work drink, chill with mates or boozy bottomless brunch and explore a vast array of delicious beer on tap and hearty pub food.
Located in the heart of London on Kingly Street, The Clachan is the perfect location to grab a bite to eat or for some after work drinks with friends. Choose from their menu filled with traditional pub classics from burgers to pies with craft beers and ales.
Situated in the vibrant heart of Soho, The Cambridge boasts a wide range of food and drink for their ravenous customers. Tuck into their delightful range of speciality pies and wash it down with their top-notch beers and cocktails.
A lively pub and gay bar that's been around since 1986, Compton's is a top choice for drinks in Soho. You can count on them for a great atmosphere throughout the day, and you won't want to miss their Thursday night quizzes either.
They offer great drinks deals such as £20 bottles of wine, and you can even get your hands on tasty British dishes such as fish and chips or bangers and mash.
A lunchtime favourite with plenty of beers on tap, The Crown and Two Chairmen on Dean Street is a pub that you can rely on. Pop in for a cold one at the weekend, or utilise their private spaces should you need the room for an event or a party.
With Nicholson's at the helm, The White Horse is a Soho pub you know you can trust. From ales and beers to British plates and Christmas dinners once the season rolls around, hunker down in a classic.
This Irish pub in Soho, which specialises in whiskey and Guinness (naturally), is one of London's best boozing experiences. With four unique bars spread over six levels, this quirky Soho pub is a labyrinth of stairs and passageways. Serving up one of the heartiest bar menus in Central London, it's a definite runner up for best Soho pub.
A sports pub in Soho with buckets of style, The Adam and Eve is an all rounder for everything from events and birthdays, to kicking back with a pint during the match. A menu of British pub classes? Don't worry, they've got that too.
Soho pub The Devonshire is as popular as they come. Created by Oisin Rogers, Charlie Carroll and Ashley Palmer-Watts (a notorious group of restauranteurs and publicans who were the brains behind everything from Guinea Grill to Flat Iron), this gastro destination is quite often fully booked up. But don't worry, you can snag a table on DesignMyNight to make the most of their British meals using British produce and in-house butchery.
Few pubs promise the traditional quite like The Wheatsheaf. Set between Soho and Fitzrovia with their own Cask Marque accredited real ales, this boozer is a must for those looking to tuck in to tradition and history in the heart of the city.
