The Counter - Soho

Name: The Counter - Soho
Address: 15 Kingly St, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, W1B 5PS
Telephone: 07379 352000
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (70)

£26 to £40

Turkish

15 Kingly St, London, Greater London W1B 5PS

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2 people

17 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Enjoy our curated, traditional Turkish sharing plates and neighbouring classics reimagined. A self-taught chef, Kemal infuses each dish with his signature techniques, crafting an experience that is both refined and distinctive.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Turkish, Mediterranean, Greek
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 12:00–22:30 Thu–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
Phone number
07379 352000
Website
https://www.thecounterlondon.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Kemal Demirasal
Private party facilities
Under The Counter – Our intimate listening bar offers exceptional music, crafted cocktails, and East Mediterranean-inspired sharing plates from The Counter’s menu. Host private gatherings for up to 40 guests, perfect for celebrations, corporate events, or an evening in Soho. For inquiries, contact soho@thecounterlondon.com.

Location
15 Kingly St, London, Greater London W1B 5PS
Area
Soho
Parking Details
None
Public transport
Just a 5 minutes walk from Oxford Circus Station.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

Lunch Set Menu
£20.00 - £24.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Upgrade your lunch experience with our new menu at The Counter. Indulge in a two-course meal for £20 or a three-course feast for £24, featuring fresh, Turkish-sourced ingredients and sophisticated flavours. Discover the complete menu at https://thecounterlondon.com Available Monday to Friday, 12 - 4pm.
Pre-Theatre Menu
£20.00 - £24.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Elevate your evening with our pre-theatre menu at The Counter. Enjoy two courses for £20 or indulge in three for £24, showcasing bold Turkish flavours and seasonal ingredients. Available daily from 16:30 to 18:00 — perfectly timed for your night out. Discover the full menu at thecounterlondon.com.

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What 70 people are saying

The Counter - Soho reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

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West End London
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Counter - Soho offers "really lovely food" with a stylish and modern take on Turkish cuisine. The atmosphere is lively and inviting, perfect for date nights or gatherings with friends. The service is "outstanding" and "friendly," enhancing the overall experience. Some dishes are praised for their "amazing flavors."

70 Reviews

K
Kate
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 July 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Really lovely food, beautifully presented. Nice out door seating. When it got busy, service lost some of its initial charm but would definitely go back.
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Rishabh
London12 reviews
4.0
Dined on 20 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Service was a bit strange . We were asked if we wanted plates… also warned that if we didn’t order everything right away it might take time . Food was tasty , appetite portions a bit small
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Massimo
Charlotte3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really good food and atmosphere. The service was excellent.
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Matt
London1 review
3.0
Dined on 5 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
It was fine. Food was nice/ OK but expensive. For a cuisine which is renowned for its spice, spice was the one thing sadly lacking in everything. A lot of potential and would recommend giving a try but wouldn’t bother going back.
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Damien
London9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely authentic Turkish food and wonderful service … great value for central London
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yvonne VIP
Denver / Colorado67 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 May 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food is fresh, tasty, and delicious. The pre theatre menu is very nice. Shrimp dish is too small for the price. On cold days, it is chilly inside the restaurant as the windows are left open. Cocktail speciality menu is limited but the ones they offer are very good. We would definitely return.
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Jessica
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing food, such nice flavours and lots of variety. Cocktail menu could be expanded but apart from that I only have positive things to say about this restaurant
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Peter VIP
San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 April 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We shared the mezze trio and aubergine. Both were delicious. The service was gracious and friendly, and the ambience inviting. A tremendous value. Highly recommend.
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EMILY VIP
London19 reviews
3.0
Dined on 29 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Average Turkish food. Wouldn’t return. Our chicken came out luke-warm and flavour was lacking. I prefer the Turkish restaurants on green lanes, cheaper too!
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Kayla
Charlotte12 reviews
3.0
Dined on 17 April 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The problem was the food. The orzo with crab had zero flavor. The Adana lamb kebabs were very dry. Dishes were chipped. They did not have the desert we wanted. Wine was overpriced with tiny 4oz pours and no option for a bigger pour. Ambience was lively(pumping electronic music, modern decor) and service was decent.
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The Counter - Soho is rated 4.4 stars by 70 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

17 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

15 Kingly St, London, Greater London W1B 5PS

Additional information

Area
Soho
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 12:00–22:30 Thu–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:00
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Turkish, Mediterranean, Greek
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Public transport
Just a 5 minutes walk from Oxford Circus Station.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Kemal Demirasal
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
https://www.thecounterlondon.com/
Phone number
07379 352000
Private party facilities
Under The Counter – Our intimate listening bar offers exceptional music, crafted cocktails, and East Mediterranean-inspired sharing plates from The Counter’s menu. Host private gatherings for up to 40 guests, perfect for celebrations, corporate events, or an evening in Soho. For inquiries, contact soho@thecounterlondon.com.

The Counter - Soho

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About this restaurant

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Experiences

Lunch Set Menu

Pre-Theatre Menu

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What 70 people are saying

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