Santa Maria del Sur

Santa Maria del Sur reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   dharshi

   London2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   The starters were good. We ordered steaks. Sirloin cut was good but Rump steaks were bit chewy. The expectation for the price was not so great. Men’s toilet was really untidy and there was no toilet seat as well. The serving staff were friendly and very helpful. Only thing positive was the service..
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Dharshi, Thank you for your feedback. We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the starters and that our team took good care of you—great service is something we always strive for! We’re sorry to hear that the rump steak wasn’t quite to your liking. It’s a leaner cut compared to sirloin, but it should still be tender and flavorful, so we appreciate your input. As for the men’s restroom, we always keep it clean and well-maintained, including having a toilet seat in place. However, we’ll double-check to ensure everything is in order for future guests. We appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you back for a better experience next time. Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   Thomas

   Shropshire1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 15 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best steak in London bar none! Superb food, impeccable service (with a smile!), great wine, fantastic ambience. A superb location for a date; we loved everything about the visit.
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Thomas, Wow—what an incredible review! We’re so happy to hear that you had a fantastic time and that you think we serve the best steak in London—that means a lot! 🥩😊 It’s great to know you enjoyed the food, service, wine, and ambience, and we love that Santa Maria del Sur made for a perfect date spot. We really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon for another amazing experience! Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   Tom

   Edinburgh3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 31 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved it. Yesterday was our first time there and we will certainly be going back and recommending it to our friends. The Focaccia is probably the best I’ve ever had.
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Tom, We’re so happy to hear you loved your first visit and that you’ll be coming back—and recommending us to your friends means the world to us! Also, calling our focaccia the best you’ve ever had? That’s an incredible compliment! Thank you, and we can’t wait to welcome you again soon. Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   Jeremy

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 31 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It's about 10 years between my last visit and this, and it's maintained its excellent quality food. The surroundings are really nice now - white tablecloths, intimate lighting and lovely artwork. A lovely secret restaurant treat.
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Jeremy, Wow—10 years between visits, and we’re so glad to hear that the quality is still just as excellent! It means a lot to us that you enjoyed both the food and the atmosphere, especially the white tablecloths, lighting, and artwork. Thank you for your kind words, and we hope to see you again much sooner next time! Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   London4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 18 January 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Food was excellent! My only gripe is I reserved a table in the main area and NOT the window but was seated next to the window and it was freezing.
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi, Thank you for your review! We’re really glad you enjoyed the food—that means a lot to us! We’re sorry to hear that your seating wasn’t as comfortable as expected. We always do our best to accommodate requests, but sometimes, depending on availability, adjustments are needed. That said, we completely understand that being cold can take away from the experience, and we’ll be more mindful of this in the future. We’d love to welcome you back again soon and make sure you get a perfectly cozy spot next time! Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   Neil VIP

   London4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 30 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our first time here and we loved it. Great food - particularly the steaks - and lovely atmosphere and service. Wine was great value too. Definitely will be back soon. Thank you!
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Neil, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad you loved your first visit and enjoyed the steaks, atmosphere, service, and wine. It’s great to hear that everything hit the mark! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great meal. See you next time! Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   Jim VIP

   London1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 23 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   All of ours favourite steak restaurant in London. Love coming back every time, thank you guys :)
   

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   Gordon

   Yorkshire1 review

   4.0

   Dined on 6 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food, service and ambiance. Will definitely be returning!!
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Gordon, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance, and it’s great to hear you’ll be coming back. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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   Alan

   Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 23 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Good food. Attentive but not intrusive service. Pleasant informal atmosphere. And dog friendly. This was our second visit, for lunch, having previously visited for dinner. Our experience on both occasions was excellent.
   

   Santa Maria del SurResponded 4 days ago

   Hi Alan, Thank you for coming back to see us! We're so happy to hear that both your lunch and dinner experiences have been excellent. We love creating a warm, welcoming, and dog-friendly atmosphere, so it’s great to know you enjoyed the food and service. Looking forward to your next visit! 🐶🍽️ Best, Santa Maria del Sur Team
   

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    Paul

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Superb meal and the service was top drawer. Been a number of times and never fails to deliver. Be back soon.
    

    Santa Maria del SurResponded on 6 November 2024

    Thank you so much, Paul! We’re thrilled to hear that you had another great experience with us. It’s always a pleasure to welcome back guests who enjoy our food and service. We can’t wait to see you again soon!
    

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