Without doubt the most casual outlet in The Ned’s sprawling ground floor of cafes, restaurants and bars, Café Sou is a Parisian-style operation that serves quick and easy breakfast and lunch dishes, followed by sharing charcuterie boards in the evening. The café is tucked away in a corner of The Ned’s upmarket food hall, with the space featuring an open kitchen, a cluster of tables and a to-go counter for anyone who is short on time.
At breakfast, you can come here to start your day with dishes such as a three-egg omelette that can be cooked with cured ham, smoked salmon or chicken breast, while there is a selection of sweet and savoury pastries to choose from too, including a pain au chocolat and a cheese and ham croissant. A variety of teas and coffees are on hand to wash it all down, while there is also fresh OJ and a range of organic cold-pressed juices.
During lunch hours, Café Sou tempts in City workers with a concise menu of three-egg omelettes, soup of the day and homemade quiches. You can also chow down on a French baguette, with the selection of fillings including chicken, avocado and spinach, or smoked salmon with crème fraiche and red onion. If you have a sweet tooth, we recommend stopping by the counter to try a cake tart or choux bun, which change on a daily basis.
During the evening, Café Sou is not the place to come for a proper sit-down dinner or hearty meal. Instead, it is better suited to relaxed evening, having a chat over glasses of wine and charcuterie boards. The boards available include a cheese selection, crudites and dips or charcuterie and rilettes. You can also bookend your meal with starting snacks such as frites with mayonnaise followed by a slice of fruit tart for dessert.