Yauatcha Soho

Contemporary Cantonese and patisserie on Broadwick Street

Yauatcha Soho opened in 2004 as the original site of the brand created by Alan Yau, now operated within the Hakkasan Group. It serves all-day Cantonese cooking with a focus on dim sum, artisan tea, and a signature patisserie counter. Guests can expect quick, attentive service in a two-level space, with ground-floor pastry displays and a moodier basement that shows glimpses of the kitchen. The menu ranges from classic dumplings to wok dishes and modern specials, with set options such as Infinite Yum Cha at weekends. Experience comes from two decades at the sharp end of London dining. Expertise shows in delicate wrappers, clean broths, and a tea list arranged for easy choices. The setting fits Soho life, working for a fast lunch, a pre-theatre stop, or a late evening treat.

Listed by the MICHELIN Guide with a loyal following

Trust is supported by a current MICHELIN Guide listing, an open reservations path, clear pricing, and published service details. Authoritativeness comes from sustained press attention, a global sister-site network, and a pastry program that sits alongside the savoury offer. Visitors find tidy timing, allergen information, and staff who explain dishes in plain English. Weekends bring popular set menus and the patisserie offers handcrafted macarons and petits gâteaux to eat in or take away. The space is designed for pace, with counter views upstairs and an intimate dining room below, which makes it simple to choose how to visit. For Londoners and travellers who want refined dim sum with polished service in the heart of Soho, Yauatcha Soho delivers consistent cooking, calm hospitality, and the small luxuries that turn a quick meal into a moment worth remembering.