The best Sunday roasts in Soho

Just a short wander from Soho, Sael in St James's does a Sunday roast that's all about proper British comfort. The kitchen revolves around a wood fire, turning out Cumbrian shorthorn sirloin with ox cheek–stuffed Yorkshire puddings, crisp Koffmann potato rösti, and silky Sael gravy. There's also a sharing roast with all the trimmings, perfect for groups who take their Sundays seriously. Start with wood-fired figs or an Orkney scallop, and maybe a golden chicken pie for two. The vibe's relaxed but polished, ideal for lingering over a long Sunday feast.

The menu at The Ganton Arms has been thoughtfully crafted to offer a diverse selection of dishes to suit every kind of diner. Every Sunday, you can tuck into one of Soho's finest Sunday roasts here, featuring 28-day aged Sirloin steak, Suffolk chicken, pork belly, or a delicious mushroom, lentil & kale Wellington. Whether grabbing a bite before the theatre or unwinding after, The Ganton Arms is the perfect Carnaby Street pub for great food and drinks.

Every Sunday, Sucre's chefs serve a fancy three-course Argentine Sunday Roast on the grill. It's all about grilled meats, fish, and seasonal vegetables, inspired by the traditional asado, which are fired over open flames. Highlights include corn-fed chicken, braised beef short rib, and sweet treats like the plum and almond tart. Add on optional free-flow wine pairing to really go all out. 

Nowhere does meat quite like the iconic Hawksmoor. Sunday roasts are basically biblical here and have even been voted Best in the UK twice. Roasts are a team effort here; a whole rump of 35-day dry-aged beef is slow-cooked over real charcoal before being finished in the oven. Of course it's served with all the trimmings: crispy beef dripping potatoes, buttered greens, carrots, massive Yorkshire puddings, and creamy cauliflower cheese, all doused with their rich bone marrow gravy.

Blacklock's Sunday roast is a carnivore's dream, served in a buzzy, brick-walled basement with a lively atmosphere. The star is the trio of roasts–55-day aged beef rump, lamb leg, and pork loin–piled high with duck-fat potatoes, charred cabbage, crackling, and velvety gravy. With beef jus bloody Marys and speedy service, it's a feast worth booking weeks in advance. Veggie options do exist, but meat lovers reign supreme here.

Booking a table for a Lore of the Land Sunday roast requires serious planning–they're fully booked for 2025, but you can watch for cancellations or book ahead for 2026. This Guy Ritchie pub takes Sunday lunch seriously, using locally sourced ingredients and cooking over charcoal and flame in an open kitchen. For the best view, grab a seat at the copper kitchen bar. The menu offers a twist on tradition, with options like miso-poached day boat fish and crispy chickpea panisse alongside classic chicken, lamb, or beef. For a feast, go family-style with a selection of all meats served with beef fat roast potatoes, glazed carrots, minted peas, Yorkshire pudding, and rich roasting juices.

Temper's Sunday roast is a smoky, meat-lover's feast served in a buzzy Soho basement. Expect towering Yorkshire puds, beef-fat roasties, and tender farm-sourced lamb, pork, and beef, with cauliflower cheese on the side. Pair it with a Temper bloody Mary or a pale ale, and enjoy the skylit view of the world above.

Head to Old Compton Brasserie every Sunday for a traditional British roast, featuring high-welfare meat and all the classic trimmings. Choose from dry-aged sirloin of beef, pork belly, or chicken, served with crispy roast potatoes, smooth sweet potato purée, and seasonal vegetables. Expect golden Yorkshire puddings and unlimited thick gravy.

Macellaio RC's Sunday feast is inspired by Italy's tradition of generous family-style dining. Guests can tuck into a lavish buffet of slow-roasted meats, roast potatoes, gravies and salads, all served at a leisurely pace and paired with bottomless prosecco. Live music from adds to the convivial atmosphere, creating a relaxed Italian-style Sunday ritual.