Burgers and pub-like comfort food in one of the oldest Soho restaurants.

The bar at this L-shaped cafe, with its tin ceilings, exposed-brick walls and flickering candlelight, thrives late into the evening. Art on the walls (featuring local artists) changes periodically--but everyone comes for the burgers. Whether topped with avocado and jalapenos or simply plain, the ground-sirloin patty arrives char-grilled on an oversized bun. Offerings from the busy brunch shift include home-baked croissants and Brie-broccoli stuffed omelettes.