
Mildreds
Soho, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
The Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
Mildreds is worth booking when the group needs a central London, plant-forward restaurant that feels easy rather than ceremonial. The Soho location is convenient, the We're Smart World 2025 2 Radishes recognition adds credibility, the main reason to choose it is inclusive group dining without a difficult reservation process.
About Mildreds
Mildreds is a London venue with a direct practical profile: casual dress, daily opening hours, recognition from We're Smart World 2025 with 2 Radishes. For planning, the most reliable details are the hours and the casual dress code rather than any assumptions about format, menu, price, or service style. Mildreds is in London, open every day, does not call for formal dress, carries a recognized external marker from We're Smart World 2025.
The We're Smart World 2025 2 Radishes recognition is a useful signal. Mildreds is in London, opens every day, is casual. This recognition helps distinguish it but should not be stretched into a promise about the exact experience. Its strength lies in its clarity on practical matters, not a long list of speculative detail. When making a decision, focus on known elements and avoid filling in the gaps with assumptions.
Pick it for a casual London plan
Mildreds is easiest to assess as a casual London option with broad opening hours. It opens at 9 AM daily, closes at 11 PM Monday to Saturday, closes at 10 PM on Sunday. That makes it useful to consider when timing is the main planning issue. The daily opening pattern gives it a straightforward place in an itinerary, especially when the priority is knowing that the venue can fit into the day rather than trying to define every part of the visit in advance. The casual dress code also keeps the planning simple: it points to a venue that does not require dressing around a formal requirement.
First-timers should avoid over-reading. Mildreds does not establish a specific menu format, price point, private-room setup, or service style. That matters because each of those details can change how someone chooses a venue, none should be assumed from the London location, the daily hours, the casual dress code, or the We're Smart World 2025 2 Radishes recognition alone. If you need to compare Mildreds against other possibilities, separate the facts from the unanswered questions. For wider planning around the city, use our full London restaurants guide, then keep dining options separate from our full London bars guide and our full London hotels guide.
The practical verdict for 2026
Choose Mildreds if the brief is a casual London venue with daily hours and a recognized We're Smart World 2025 2 Radishes listing. This is the cleanest reason to keep it on a shortlist: the facts support a practical choice for London planning, especially when the schedule matters and a casual dress expectation is preferred. Look elsewhere if you need details on price, menu format, room setup, or a particular service style before deciding. These details are not available, but this does not make the venue unsuitable; it simply means it does not specify more than it currently does. For diners comparing London by category rather than neighbourhood, it can sit within a broader planning pass alongside other London guides.
Planning details
- Location
- 45 Lexington St, Carnaby, London W1F 9AN, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on SevenRooms
- Website
- mildreds.com/soho
- Phone
- +44 20 7494 1634
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Mildreds presents a relaxed, unpretentious take on long-standing vegetarian cooking in Soho. The dining room leans toward informality: tightly packed tables, a convivial noise level and an absence of ceremony set the tone. It occupies a quieter edge of Carnaby, trading on regulars rather than transient footfall, and its decades-long presence in London gives it a quietly established character. The kitchen treats plant-based food as a core proposition rather than a niche, so the room feels like a friendly, lived-in neighbourhood spot rather than a dining theatre.
Best For
This is a place for casual get-togethers, weekend brunches and family meals where the table conversation matters as much as the food. The order-led format suits groups who want to assemble a meal at their own pace, and the convivial room encourages shared plates and easygoing service. Its long history and steady regulars make it comfortable for repeat visits and small celebrations that favor warmth over formality. Solo diners also find it accommodating, since the menu lets each guest direct their own meal.
Ordering Tips
Mildreds operates without tasting menus or sommelier-led sequences—you order what you want when you want it. Expect an order-led rhythm: pick dishes from the international, plant-based menu and pace the meal yourself. Standout plates to look for include the Kimchi Gyoza Dumplings, Kiri Hodi Pilau, Artichoke Caesar Salad and the Sticky Toffee Pudding or Pistachio Cheesecake for dessert. Because the room is tightly packed and convivial, plan on a lively atmosphere as you choose and enjoy dishes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lively, welcoming atmosphere with friendly staff and informal service; vibrant energy with a focus on comfort and accessibility.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Kimchi Gyoza Dumplings
- Kiri Hodi Pilau
- Artichoke Caesar Salad
- Sticky Toffee Pudding
- Pistachio Cheesecake
Planning details
Location
45 Lexington St, Carnaby, London W1F 9AN, United Kingdom · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Rita's, Notable alternative
- Andrew Edmunds, Notable alternative
- Bao, Taiwanese, £
- Tierra Brindisa, Notable alternative
- yeni, Turkish, ££££
Restaurant context
How Mildreds compares in Soho and central London
Choose Mildreds over Rita's when the group needs a plant-forward default and fewer decision points. Rita's is the better cross-shop for diners prioritising a sharper neighbourhood-restaurant feel, while Mildreds is easier to justify for mixed dietary needs and casual central plans.
Andrew Edmunds is the stronger pick for a more intimate Soho meal, especially if the table cares about old-school atmosphere and wine-led dining. Mildreds is the safer option for larger, mixed groups where inclusivity matters more than romance. Bao sits in a lower price lane with Taiwanese food, so use it when value and speed matter more than plant-forward breadth.
For a different group mood, Tierra Brindisa makes more sense when sharing plates and Spanish flavours are the brief. yeni is the splurge comparison, with Turkish cooking in a ££££ bracket; book that when the meal itself is the occasion, Mildreds when convenience, dietary range, Soho access matter more.
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Compare Mildreds
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mildreds | London | ; | We're Smart World Top Restaurants 2025 | ; |
| Rita’s | London | No published awards | ; | ; |
| Andrew Edmunds | London | Star Wine Lists 2026The Good Food Guide 2025 | ; | ; |
| Bao | London | Taiwanese | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 Bib GourmandThe Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #6952024 Michelin Bib Gourmand2023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | £ |
| Tierra Brindisa | London | No published awards | ; | ; |
| yeni | London | Turkish | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | ££££ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Mildreds?
Booking lead times are not available. For planning, note that Mildreds is in London and is open Monday to Saturday from 9 AM to 11 PM, Sunday from 9 AM to 10 PM.
What should I wear to Mildreds?
Keep it casual. The dress code for Mildreds is casual.
What should a first-timer know about Mildreds?
Mildreds is in London, has a casual dress code, holds We're Smart World 2025 recognition with 2 Radishes. Specific claims about menu format, price, or service style are not available.
Is Mildreds good for solo dining?
Mildreds does not state whether it is especially suited to solo dining. It has broad daily hours, opening at 9 AM every day.





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