Lively Soho brunch hub with crowd-pleasing plates, friendly hosts, and a party-atmosphere bottomless option—great fun, but time limits, noise, and occasional execution misses can frustrate.
Scarlett Green delivers a lively Soho brunch experience with warm, proactive service and prime location appeal, but grade B reflects meaningful concerns. Inconsistent execution—ranging from excellent shakshouka and pancakes to undercooked items and stale bread—combined with isolated but serious food safety incidents prevent higher placement. While moderate uncertainty exists due to review authenticity concerns, the restaurant performs solidly for casual weekend brunch when conditions align.
Scarlett Green channels a Soho brunch party with greenery, neon energy, and servers who often feel warm and upbeat. Expect crowds, music, and the occasional birthday flourish. As one diner put it, "the room was buzzing and our host kept things easy." However, there are some review authenticity concerns suggesting certain reviews may be solicited or influenced. The cooking leans modern and produce-forward with global accents: shakshouka with labne, fritters with feta and habanero, and a smoked salmon royale that regulars rave about when it hits right. It is not fine-dining theater, more elevated comfort aimed at lively weekends and bottomless brunches. When the room surges, execution can wobble—think slow refills or a dish that needs a redo. Families will find plenty of kid-comfort foods like pancakes, eggs, and simple toasts. There is no clear kids menu, and a few dishes bring heat or strong flavors, so request milder options. If your child is spice-averse, steer toward pancakes, poached eggs, or plain sourdough with sides.
Area vibe: Bustling Soho side street with constant footfall; popular for shopping, cocktails, and social brunches.
Safety: Busy, well-lit central area with steady foot traffic; typical city pickpocket awareness applies.
What's nearby: Near Oxford Circus and Carnaby; surrounded by bars, cafes, and shops; weekend events can spike crowds.