Sophie’s Soho

The story

Sophie’s Soho: A Firelit Steakhouse in the Heart of London

The Kitchen & Origins

Sophie’s Soho in London operates as a dedicated steakhouse founded by childhood friends Rupert Power and Sophie Bathgate in 2002. They built their reputation around an open firepit that cooks every plate over English oak and birch wood, establishing themselves as a premier grill kitchen in the capital. A recent AA Rosette for culinary excellence confirms the standard they maintain through direct partnerships with West Country suppliers who dry age the beef on site.

Signature Cuts & Sides

The grill kitchen balances heavy meat portions with bright accompaniments designed for sharing. Guests regularly order the 48oz axehandle ribeye or the 35oz porterhouse to divide across tables. Charred leeks dressed in burnt butter vinaigrette and coal roasted beetroot with whipped feta provide necessary acidity between richer courses. Even the comfort sides earn their permanent spot on the blackboard, with the truffle mac and cheese sitting alongside slow roast prime rib for Sunday service.

Interior & Ambiance

Shiny brass rails and Wes Anderson inspired pastels line the main dining area without feeling overly curated. A plant-laden verandah anchors the front entrance, creating a relaxed threshold before guests step inside. The central firepit doubles as both a cooking station and a gathering point, drawing diners toward the theatre of live flame cooking. Bartenders keep the pace lively with oversized ten ounce martinis, making this beef focused dining room feel genuinely social rather than staged.