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Nessa, Restaurant in Soho

A BRITISH RESTAURANT IN SOHO

Inspired by the boundary-breaking spirit of Vanessa Bell and the radical Bloomsbury Group, Nessa is a British restaurant in Soho, London where creativity, conversation, and community come together. Just as the Bloomsbury salons were places where ideas flowed as freely as the wine, Nessa reimagines that spirit for a modern audience in the heart of central London.

Located on a vibrant corner of Soho, Nessa Restaurant is a British bar and dining destination led by Executive chef Tom Cenci, who champions seasonality with a produce-led menu that celebrates British ingredients with a dash of imagination.

Whether you’re searching for a restaurant in London, a place to meet in Soho, or simply somewhere that feeds both stomach and soul – Nessa awaits for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even pre-theatre dining.

A SOHO RESTAURANT WITH A STORY

Nessa takes its name (and its soul) from Vanessa Bell, the pioneering artist, designer, and central figure of the Bloomsbury Group. Known affectionately by friends as “Nessa,” Bell was a woman ahead of her time: bold, curious, and unapologetically independent, her life and work defied convention.

The Bloomsbury Group, an influential collective of artists, writers, and thinkers, gathered in homes and studios that became salons of cultural exchange. Ideas flowed as freely as the wine, and creativity was a shared pursuit. It’s this spirit of collaboration, openness, and artful living that lives on at Nessa.

More than just a name, Nessa is a tribute to that fearless creativity. From the walls to the menus, every detail nods to the modern bohemia that once flourished just a few streets away. In the kitchen, Executive Chef Tom Cenci channels that same spirit; his dishes are expressive, led by seasonal British produce and full of character. It’s a celebration of the past, reimagined for today.

Animated portrait of Vanessa Bell with abstract lines and her name overlayed, symbolizing her influence on the spirit of Nessa restaurant and the legacy of the Bloomsbury Group.

OYSTER HOUR

Weekdays, 5–6pm

A little daily indulgence: join us for Oyster Hour at the bar. We’re serving freshly shucked Jersey Rock Oysters at just £1 each, every weekday from 5 to 6pm. Best enjoyed with our suggested pairing— keeping it British with a crisp Martini, made with Ramsbury gin or vodka.

An early evening habit worth starting.

A hand reaches for a freshly shucked oyster from a plate garnished with lemon wedges and mignonette sauce, promoting Nessa Soho's weekday Oyster Hour special.

NESSA NEGRONI LOUNGE

A celebration of British culture and creativity.

This season, Nessa’s Salon of the Unruly returns with a new chapter. In collaboration with Campari, Thursday nights are being reimagined – part cocktail bar, part cultural happening, all unmistakably Soho.

From 4 September, 7pm-midnight, for eight weeks only, Nessa’s Negroni Lounge will come alive. Expect a heady mix of live music, DJs, and negroni masterclasses, spontaneous Q&As, informal chats, and the chance to connect with the artists behind the work. And if you’re a creative yourself, bring your sketchbook, journal, or anything that helps you capture the moment – set against the backdrop of Soho’s restless pulse. At the heart of it all: three exclusive Negronis, created for this series only. Each one blends Campari’s Italian heritage with a distinctly British twist (Earl Grey, rhubarb, sloe berries) crafted by our bar team with Ramsbury Gin as their base.

Familiar, yet reinvented. Just like Nessa herself.

A group of people sketching and writing around a candlelit table at Nessa Soho, with cocktails and custom-designed booklets celebrating British creativity and artistic expression.

CONTACT & OPEN HOURS

GIFT VOUCHERS

Whatever the occasion – a birthday or anniversary, celebrating a new job, or a treat just because you want to; let us make your choice a little simpler with a gift card to enjoy Nessa, our British bar and restaurant on a charming corner Soho.

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner, or just drinks, Nessa, is an all-day drinking and dining destination. We look forward to welcoming you

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