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With its “sexy and atmospheric interior” and accomplished cuisine, the 10-year-old Soho branch of Jason Atherton’s ‘Social’ brand is a venue recommended both for business meals and for “secret assignations” – kick off the occasion in his speakeasy ‘The Blind Pig’, which is hidden upstairs.
Summary
Jason Atherton’s casual Soho venue maintains its “informal but enjoyable atmosphere” in large part thanks to its “warm and welcoming” approach to service. The food is well-rated too (if not quite at the heights it once was), with numerous reporters describing their best meal of the year here – you can indulge in a “wonderful chef’s counter experience” or stick with the prix fixe menu. Hidden away upstairs is Atherton’s speakeasy, The Blind Pig.
Summary
Ratings dropped for the second year running at Jason Atherton’s casual Soho venture, amid gripes from reporters confused by the “pub setting with proper restaurant prices” or having to “wade through four menus”. Some say the food is still “consistently brilliant”. Others were “left wondering what all the hype is for” – “dishes lacked any wow factor” and are “certainly not worth the high price tag”.
Summary
Ratings dropped for the second year running at Jason Atherton’s casual Soho venture, amid gripes from reporters confused by the “pub setting with proper restaurant prices” or having to “wade through four menus”. Some say the food is still “consistently brilliant”. Others were “left wondering what all the hype is for” – “dishes lacked any wow factor” and are “certainly not worth the high price tag”.
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Restaurant details
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| Lunch | £24.50 | £29.50 |  |
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| Pretheatre | £24.50 | £29.50 | |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Veggies | Pudding |
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| £14.00 | £29.80 | £6.50 | £13.00 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £36.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.50 |
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| Service | 12.50% |
58-59 Poland Street, London, W1F 7NR
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Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑2:15pm, 5:45pm‑10 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑2:15pm, 5:45pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑2:15pm, 5:45pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑2:15pm, 5:45pm‑10 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm‑2:15pm, 5:45pm‑10 pm |
| Sunday | CLOSED |
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