Forty Dean Street

You're on Dean Street in the heart of Soho, and you've ducked into a place that doesn't shout about itself. There's something refreshingly unglamorous about Forty Dean Street; it's got the warmth of a neighbourhood trattoria rather than a scene-seeking restaurant. The kitchen takes Italian seriously without the pretension—expect seasonal dishes that prioritise ingredient quality over Instagram angles. It's the kind of spot where regulars have their favourite tables and the staff actually know what wine pairs with what you've ordered.