A compact Soho burger spot with genuinely strong signature burgers, truffle-fries fame, and fast friendly service, but the tight space, extra charges, and occasional quality-control complaints keep it from being a blind buy.
Truffle Burger earns a solid A- grade through exceptional signature burgers and truffle fries paired with consistently attentive, quick service. The execution shows real variation between visits, and cramped seating limits comfort, preventing grade A territory. It's a focused, well-executed burger destination that delivers on its core promise despite operational constraints.
Truffle Burger Soho feels like one of those compact central-London spots that knows exactly what it is: a burger stop with a serious signature item, quick turnaround, and a lot of people coming in already wanting that truffle-mayo moment. When it’s on form, reviews sound almost gleeful — think “juicy, perfectly cooked,” “service was quick,” and “the fries were fantastic” — and the open kitchen plus lively room gives it a buzzy, slightly compressed Soho energy. The cooking leans accessible and crowd-pleasing rather than adventurous for the sake of it: burgers, chicken, hot dogs, loaded fries, with a few playful twists like truffle mayo, gochujang mayo, and truffalo sauce. That means it suits people who want a flavoured burger with personality, not a tasting-menu mindset. The best orders seem to be the signature truffle burger and the Parmesan fries; the least satisfying experiences are usually when expectations are sky-high, the room is cramped, or the burger lands a bit dry, salty, or small for the bill. For families, it’s workable rather than ideal. There are familiar items kids can eat — cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, fries, mozzarella, and even a plain-ish hot dog — but this is not a dedicated kids’ menu kind of place, and the tight seating can make family logistics a little awkward. The food itself is approachable enough for picky eaters, but adventurous truffle-heavy dishes may not win over every child, so ordering the simpler burgers and sides is the safer move.
Area vibe: Lively, entertainment-led central London district with dense restaurants and nightlife.
Safety: Generally busy and well-lit at night though pickpocketing and late-night rowdiness occur on weekends.
What's nearby: Between Shaftesbury Avenue and Piccadilly Circus, near theatres, nightlife, and major West End shopping and transport.