Soho is a top foodie destination, where pop-up restaurants, Michelin-starred eateries and walk-in dining experiences can be found on every corner. With so much choice it takes something special to go back to the same place more than once. With this in mind, we recently discovered Milk Beach Soho – a place that serves up such amazing dishes once would never be enough.
Tucked away just off Greek Street, it’s somewhere that feels a bit of a hidden gem but that we feel like this won’t be the case for long. An Australian Restaurant, it serves dishes inspired by the diverse cultures that make up modern Australian cuisine. Australian cuisine isn’t something often found in the capital and it’s a refreshing change to discover something different. Prior to visiting, I wasn’t too sure what to expect when it comes to Australian cuisine and was pleasantly surprised at the complexity of the flavours, the inventive dishes and just how much was on offer.
Milk Beach Soho is a restaurant flooded with light and natural elements, transporting you far from the concrete jungle to the beaches of oz. You can almost feel the sand between your toes and the salt spray teasing your hair, hear the waves lazily pawing the shore and the birds above. Infact, if you head to the toilets these sounds play through the speakers, a small but nice touch that sums up the overall experience here and their commitment to transporting you to sunnier climes.
The menu is designed for sharing and is split into nibbles, raw, veggies, plates, robata and sides. We’re recommended to share around 5-6 dishes for the table and have the tricky task of choosing between the impressive selection that has our mouths watering just reading the menu. From oysters to slow cooked lamb gyoza or a belted galloway ribeye, there really is something for everyone. Each dish is meticulously well presented, packs a punch with flavour and very well portioned. Our plate of flame grilled garlic prawns is piled high, accompanied by a delicious fermented chilli butter. There’s succulent Chicken yakitori with spring onion, goma dare and cucumber and potatoes sprinkled with sea salt and fresh herbs.
We make our way through the dishes, embarking on a journey of the Australian coast, accompanied by a bottle of Chateau Petit Roubie red. It’s delicate, well rounded and the ideal addition. We round the meal off with desserts, an eton mess and hazelnut cheesecake as well as a coffee. With coffee being such an integral part of Australian culture, it’s no surprise that MIlk Beach also takes this seriously. The founder’s of Milk Beach started Album Coffee Roasters in 2022 to supply Milk Beach with freshly roasted coffee every week and it’s something you must try during your visit.
When looking for something to drink, the cocktails at Milk Beach are a must. Peruse their bespoke cocktail list, designed to represent the season and the coastal vibe of Sydney through fresh flavours and ingredients. If you’re more of a wine person, Milk Beach works with specialist wine importers Modal Wines and Les Caves de Pyrene, as well as premium importers Liberty Wines and Alliance Wines. They carefully curate a list of wines that perfectly pair with the dishes or to enjoy alone if you’re just popping in for a glass that you want to be able to trust will hit the spot every time.
Milk Beach is a destination where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city for a few hours and picture yourself on sun-drenched shores, journeying around Australia on a road trip of flavour and exploration. It’s somewhere ideal for a languid lunch date, cocktails with friends or dinner with family. It’s beautiful both in terms of food, style and interiors and the staff service is impeccable. It’s chilled yet special and provides the perfect spot to try something a little different and know you won’t be disappointed. Milk Beach Soho is somewhere special and while we don’t believe in sharing secrets, this one is just too good to keep to ourselves.
Milk Beach Soho
14 Greek St, James Court, London W1D 4AL
