Bubala Soho

Bubala Soho brings the group's bright Middle Eastern cooking to Poland Street, following the original Spitalfields launch in 2019. The Soho restaurant opened on 11 July 2022, created by founder Marc Summers, with early menus shaped alongside chef Helen Graham. The room is relaxed, the service quick, and the menu is built for sharing. Fresh laffa bread, silky hummus, crisp salads and skewers lead the way, with dishes meant to be mixed and matched. Everything is vegetarian with plenty of vegan options, and the drinks list leans toward low-intervention and natural wine. It works for lunch, pre-theatre or late evenings, with clear allergen guidance and staff who explain dishes simply.

The cooking shows in the clean spicing, well-balanced sauces and bread baked to order, all served as small plates that arrive as they're ready. The brand holds a current MICHELIN Guide listing, and the Soho opening has had steady national coverage. There's a loyal following too, with busy services and consistent reviews. Practical details help: online booking, published opening times and a menu that labels dietary choices. For anyone after meat-free plates that still feel generous, it's a friendly, fairly priced spot to return to for easy lunches, date nights or relaxed celebrations.