Osteria Del Mare

4.1

18 Reviews

£26 to £40

Seafood

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for groups
Great for fine wines

Inspired by the coastal charm of Forte dei Marmi, Osteria Del Mare brings an authentic Italian seafood experience to Covent Garden. Located on The Strand in Central London, this elegant yet relaxed restaurant is the latest venture from the award-winning Bocconcino Restaurant group, crowned Best Luxury Restaurant at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards.
Led by acclaimed Chef Matteo Massafra, Osteria Del Mare showcases signature dishes like Moscardini in Red Wine Sauce and Paccheri with Red Mullet, alongside a large fresh seafood display, where guests can select from the daily catch. Paired with fine wines and crafted cocktails, each dish highlights the finest ingredients, celebrating Italy’s rich coastal traditions. Perfect for intimate dinners or special occasions, Osteria Del Mare offers a taste of Italian seaside luxury in the heart of London.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
020 7499 4510
Website
https://bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk/osteriadelmare
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Matteo Massafra

Location
366 Strand, London, Greater London WC2R 0JF
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Parking details
None
Public transit
Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Temple
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Eve Lunch
£95.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a luxurious seafood feast at Osteria del Mare. Indulge in the finest Italian dishes from a special Festive Menu for £95 per person, expertly crafted with the freshest catch, in an elegant and festive setting. Book now for an unforgettable holiday dining experience.
Christmas Day Lunch
£95.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Celebrate Christmas Day with a luxurious seafood feast at Osteria del Mare. Indulge in the finest Italian dishes from a special Festive Menu for £95 per person, expertly crafted with the freshest catch, in an elegant and festive setting. Book now for an unforgettable holiday dining experience.
Exclusive 20% Off at Osteria del Mare
Dec 16, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
To celebrate the opening of Osteria del Mare, we're offering an exclusive 20% off your dining experience until the end of the year. Indulge in our fresh, authentic seafood dishes and enjoy a taste of Italy in the heart of Covent Garden. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal or a special night out, this offer is the perfect way to experience our signature seafood dishes at a fantastic price.

What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

18 Reviews

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Emir
London
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Yet another mediocre Italian restaurant The seafood ingredients was below par and just a another establishment that will fleece people and it’s on the same level as prezzo
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Graham
London
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic new restaurant. Impeccable but friendly service. Gorgeous food. Lovely decor. It is pricey and portions are small, but the quality more than makes up for it. Just booked it for a second time for my anniversary.
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Noriaki
London
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The service/deco were good. The only thing I did not like was the small size of the clam pasta, a main dish, I ordered. I was about the half portion I expected and hardly enough to fill my stomach. However, the clams were char-grilled and the pasta was boiled to bring the right texture.
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Ana-Maria
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely new restaurant with gorgeous food. The staff could not be more attentive. Will be returning
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Danny
Kent
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We went during their soft launch, but everything was already running smoothly. We had calamari and swordfish carpaccio for starters, and after we started we decided we needed some bread to go with them, so ordered a flatbread as well. All the food was very good, although the calamari had a bit too much batter. Mains were swordfish steak, which came with green beans (which weren't mentioned on the menu) plus a portion of chips, and octopus with a small amount of potatoes and cavolo nero. Tiramisu to end the meal, which was large enough to share. Both the food and the wines are rather pricy. We didn't try any of the pizzas, but these provide an economical alternative, which is a good touch. Recommended for anyone who likes to try Italian seafood.
Osteria Del MareResponded 6 days ago
Dear Danny, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and that everything ran smoothly. We appreciate your feedback and will take your comments into consideration as we continue to improve the guests' experience. We hope to welcome you back soon so we can show you how we've refined the experience!
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Emily
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was absolutely delicious, especially the pasta dishes. Some of the best pasta we've ever had, would rather have had two of those than a starter.
Osteria Del MareResponded 6 days ago
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the pasta and the service. We appreciate your feedback in the private note regarding the the starters, and we’ll certainly take your suggestions into consideration as we continue to refine the experience. We hope to welcome you back soon!
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natasha
VIP
London
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food from start to finish. The flat bread was fresh. The tempura prawns and calamari were very nice. I ordered the octopus, which was delicious. My friend had the red mullet pasta. The chocolate hazelnut choux is worth the wait!
Osteria Del MareResponded 6 days ago
Dear Natasha, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food from start to finish, especially the octopus and chocolate hazelnut choux. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal soon!
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Angela
London
35 reviews
4.0
35 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely time and will definitely be back. The food was delicious, highlight was the risotto al nero di seppia with stracciatella. We had a really nice bottle of wine. Service was friendly and welcoming. Our meal was very slow in arriving, but it was a soft launch so understandable, and we were given more wine on the house, so very happy to wait! The only criticism I would have is that the lock on the toilet door was very stiff and I thought I was trapped at one point. The ambiance was good, we were on a table next to some other diners and didn’t feel like we were too close or being overheard.
Osteria Del MareResponded 6 days ago
Dear Angela, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed the food, wine, and service. We appreciate your understanding about the slow arrival of your meal during the soft launch, and we’re happy to hear you felt well taken care of. We’ll certainly look into the issue you mentioned, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful experience!
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Andrew
London
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed the calamari, swordfish ceviche and prawn temura starters. Mains: Octopus was delicious but the Red Mullet with tomato sauce was awful. Looked like a red car crash, the fish was covered in the tasteless sauce. Desserts good and fantastic wine. Tasted the red mullet pasta and unfortunately the pasta was too al dente. Early days obviously but overall it was a good experience and good value.
Osteria Del MareResponded 6 days ago
Dear Andrew, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you had a good experience overall. We’re sorry to hear that some dishes didn’t meet your expectations, and we’ll take your comments on board as we continue to improve. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Denis
Surrey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went here during their Soft launch, it was really well done. The ambiance and the decorations really made the restaurant, the wait staff are really attentive and deliver everything in a timely manner. The food was very good, especially the tuna tartare and tiramisu! Really recommend it to anyone going.
Osteria Del MareResponded 6 days ago
Dear Denis, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and especially the tuna tartare and tiramisu. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
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FAQs

Osteria Del Mare is rated 4.1 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

366 Strand, London, Greater London WC2R 0JF

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Temple
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matteo Massafra
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Website
https://bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk/osteriadelmare
Phone number
020 7499 4510

Osteria Del Mare

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas Eve Lunch

Christmas Day Lunch

Exclusive 20% Off at Osteria del Mare

Menu

What 18 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

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