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The Delaunay, London,

The Delaunay

4.7
4.7
3199 Reviews
£26 to £40
European

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals

Encapsulating the architectural elegance and history of Vienna and wider Central-Europe, The Delaunay evokes the spirit of grand café dining, infusing it with a sense of timeless appeal.

Located by Covent Garden and in the heart of theatre-land, the menus celebrate European flavours, often spotlighting lesser-known continental dishes.

Open early for breakfast, through to lunch and dinner, The Delaunay is open seven days a week. Alongside the restaurant, there is also a bar and counter setting. The Counter offers refined but easy dishes for brief stops or takeaway, whilst the bar is a cossetting and imaginative place for pre-or-post dinner cocktails.

If you’re looking to make a booking, please visit the website or call 020 7499 8558.


Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Austrian, German
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Maciej Banas and Regis Negrier

Experiences

  • The Delaunay Prix-Fixe

    GBP 34.75 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Available all day, The Delaunay Prix-Fixe Menu is an ideal option for those after a quick pre- or post-theatre dinner. This set menu is two courses for £29.75 and three courses for £34.75. With a variety of dishes inspired by the grand café tradition of Central Europe, the Prix-Fixe menu has something for everyone.
    The Delaunay Prix-Fixe photo
  • Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay

    GBP 34.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Afternoon Tea by Regis Negrier - Simplicity and style at The Delaunay: the ultimate ‘art de la table’ The Delaunay’s new Afternoon tea by Regis Negrier our Head Pastry Chef, sums up the spirit of timeless dining. Think classic finger sandwiches, delicate bakes and traditional scones served in style and set to become a cherished weekend ritual. Afternoon tea at The Delaunay is available on Saturdays and Sundays, 3pm-5pm; £34.50 per person; £49.50 including Champagne ‘Please note, we require at least 24 hours notice of any dietary requirements before the date of your booking, to ensure we can accommodate you’
    Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay photo
  • The Full Haus

    GBP 29.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Located in the heart of London’s Theatreland, The Delaunay is perfectly placed for a pre-theatre supper, and our ‘Full Haus’ menu is just the ticket, with 3 courses and a drink for £29.50. The 3-course set menu has been created with all our signature European flair, featuring some of our most popular dishes, such as our Soufflé Swiss and Grilled Spatchcock Chicken. Included in the offer is a glass of house wine, beer, or soft drink. The Full Haus is available Monday – Friday 4:30pm-6pm.
    The Full Haus photo

What 3,199 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • London

    European

  • London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • West End London

    European

  • West End London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Delaunay offers an impressive blend of classic European elegance and vibrant atmosphere. It boasts "excellent cocktails," "fantastic food," and "impeccable service." Guests appreciate the "generous portions" and "great value" set menus. Special mentions include attentive staff, a lively vibe, and a perfect spot for celebrations or pre-theatre meals.

3,199 Reviews
  1. Sheila

    VIP

    London

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent location for a pre-theatre supper. Very relaxed and great food

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  2. Karina

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious as usual; service was quick, essential for a pre-theatre dinner. Ambience provided a pleasant experience and noise levels allowed for easy conversation across a table. Will return!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sea bass was amazing, as was the Kale and squash salad starter. Never disappoints.

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  4. Nat

    VIP

    London

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For a night where you want to find yourself in a white tablecloth European old time classic ambience right in the middle of London. but without giving up the quality of food and service - you can’t go wrong! And I was taking my early 20s kids out and they loved it! Excellent cocktails! Brows choice of very well executed dishes from tartare to beefstroganoff to canard - excellent deserts!
    The DelaunayResponded on 27 February 2025
    Nat, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We hope to see you soon!

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  5. Deanne

    VIP

    London

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere - very classy. We had a fab table in the middle of the room but with a booth behind us so we had the best of both worlds. All of us enjoyed our food except for my sister who ordered the New York hotdog - we all had a good laugh at it as it looked exactly what it said it was. However, the taste wasn't good, supposedly. One portion of fries was tepid, the other was forgotten and had to be requested again. But, despite these minor issues, we had a fab time due to the great atmosphere.
    The DelaunayResponded on 19 February 2025
    Deanne, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at The Delaunay! We hope to see you soon!

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  6. Yasmine

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as always. Highly recommend for after work dinner - cosy atmosphere
    The DelaunayResponded on 20 February 2025
    Yasmine, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Delaunay! Thank you again for the great review!

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  7. William

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambience. Great location. Food was exceptional. Would have been pretty reasonable if we hadn’t bought two glasses of nice champagne - but it was a birthday!
    The DelaunayResponded on 13 February 2025
    William, thank you so much for the positive review! We hope to see you soon!

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  8. David

    VIP

    London

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Delaunay is always reliable. Tasty food, attentive service and decent wine list. It’s always noisy and busy, which is part of the experience.
    The DelaunayResponded on 10 February 2025
    David, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We hope to see you soon!

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  9. David

    VIP

    London

    111 reviews

    5.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A brilliant option for lunch. Can’t fault it in any way. Olga deserves a special mention as she is efficient, polite, friendly and charming.
    The DelaunayResponded on 13 February 2025
    David, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Delaunay! Thank you so much for the positive review! We look forward to your next visit! Take care!

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  10. Stephen

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent evening: fantastic food; explored new wines and, experienced brilliant service in an amazing place. Highly recommended.
    The DelaunayResponded on 6 February 2025
    Stephen, reviews like this give us motivation and help us ensure we provide high-quality care. Thank you, and have a fantastic day!

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FAQs

The Delaunay is rated 4.7 stars by 3199 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Delaunay

55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Austrian, German
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Maciej Banas and Regis Negrier
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  • Terms of Use
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