Osteria Del Mare

4.3 (160)

£26 to £40

Seafood

366 Strand, London, Greater London WC2R 0JF

Make a reservation

2 people

May 25, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Charming

Inspired by the flavours of coastal Italy, Greece and beyond, our dishes are made with the highest quality seafood, sourced with care from trusted suppliers here in the UK. 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.

Our bright, stylish space blends natural woods, soft stone and olive green accents, with sculptural lighting and an open kitchen that adds to the buzz. Our menu features the freshest seafood - think spider crab, lobster and lemon sole —prepared simply to let the ingredients shine.

Whether it’s a midweek escape or a special celebration, Osteria Del Mare brings sunshine and sea breeze to Covent Garden.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Mediterranean
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

Seafood Tasting Menu in Covent Garden
£60.00 - £120.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us at Osteria del Mare in Covent Garden for a luxurious five-course Seafood Tasting Menu, featuring dishes like spider crab linguine, grilled catch of the day and pistachio tiramisu. Optional wine pairings are available to elevate your evening. Available Sunday evening through Thursday. Perfect for date nights and special occasions. £60 per person | £120 with wine pairing T&C - A discretionary service charge will be added to the final bill. - Any extras will be charged accordingly. - Bottomless drinks and buffet dining are available for 90 minutes from the start of your reservation. - Food cannot be taken away.
Live Music Friday Nights in Covent Garden
Multiple dates available
Start your weekend with live music and Italian dining at Osteria Del Mare in Covent Garden. Every Friday night, our seafood restaurant comes alive with a singer and live musician, creating the ultimate dinner-and-entertainment experience in central London. Whether you're planning a night out near the West End or searching for restaurants with live music on The Strand, Osteria Del Mare is your perfect destination. Enjoy fresh Mediterranean seafood, signature cocktails, and a lively atmosphere where live performances elevate your evening from dinner to an unforgettable event. Book now for a Friday night of live music, Italian seafood, and vibrant vibes in the heart of Covent Garden.
Italian Riviera Buffet | Bottomless & Live Music
£32.50 - £85.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Welcome to Osteria del Mare’s Italian Riviera Buffet – your new Sunday ritual and arguably London’s most luxurious seafood buffet. We invite you to unwind with an indulgent experience inspired by the slow, seafood-rich lunches of the Italian coast every Sunday from 12pm to 5pm. At the heart of our buffet is what seafood lovers dream about: unlimited lobster and freshly shucked oysters, served endlessly and elegantly. Whether you’re celebrating or simply embracing the joy of the weekend, this is the ultimate Sunday indulgence. Alongside our show-stopping seafood spread, you’ll find: - Cold-water lobster tails served on ice - Freshly opened oysters - Plump Mediterranean prawns - Seasonal coastal favourites from the Italian Riviera Pricing in May: £65 with a glass of Prosecco / £95 for Bottomless Pricing from 1 June: £65 with a glass of Prosecco / £85 for Bottomless Terms and conditions: Please note, the buffet experience and bottomless drinks are limited to a maximum of 90 minutes from the start of your booking time. Food is to be enjoyed on the premises and may not be taken away.

What 160 people are saying

Osteria Del Mare reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria Del Mare offers a delightful seafood experience with "amazing fresh food" and a "great choice for seafood." The restaurant's "gorgeous interior" and "friendly staff" create a warm atmosphere. Highlights include the lobster brunch and seafood pasta, with "wonderful" live music enhancing the dining experience.

160 Reviews

I
IAN VIP
London15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a really lovely dinner. Oysters were superb. Salmon Tatare with Avocado was the best I've ever had Octopus was cooked to perfection. All beautifully presented by an excellent and friendly team. Reception team were warm and welcoming with a big smile! Well worth a visit to experience a great meal!
Is this helpful?
J
Jane
London7 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant, slow service! No time for dessert as going to theatre!
Is this helpful?
B
Bethany VIP
London13 reviews
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
It’s just a shame they aren’t putting the care into the food and service that was put into decorating Osteria Del Mar. We went for lunch at 1:00 on a Wednesday in May. It was EMPTY. It’s a beautiful space and excellent location but that’s all it’s got going for it. We asked our server to describe two of the fish dishes. She had no idea and had to go ask the chef. He seemed incredibly annoyed that we were asking how the two fish dishes were prepared and what was serve served with them. She said a brand new menu came out that day… The fish came out whole fish head( except for checks) tail, skin. Didn’t ask to debone it for us. The skin was not crusty at all there was very little flavour. It was served with mashed potatoes and spinach. The mashed potatoes were good. The spinach was basically raw spinach with chilli oil drizzled on it. She said it was pan fried… I don’t believe that. We also ordered the crab salad which came out about 10 minutes after the fish was served. My husband said it was decent. Such a waste of space.
Is this helpful?
V
Vicky VIP
London23 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The restaurant was lovely, decor very in keeping with the theme too. It was very quiet when we visited but it was a Monday lunchtime! The food was delicious and service on point, I would definitely go back there again.
Is this helpful?
T
Tabz Singh
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience with a companion; I highly recommend the buffet. The live music was exceptional, contributing significantly to the ambiance.
Is this helpful?
A
Alexandru
London1 review
1.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I am a head chef with AA Rosettes...disgusting food, I was amazed in a bad way by the way they displayed and hold the food on buffet.
Is this helpful?
A
Amy
London10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing and great value, great music and the staff were incredible. We will be back!
Is this helpful?
J
Jane
London5 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The worst dining experience I’ve ever had - plate was swimming in butter. Fish was only cooked on one side of the bone. The other side was completely raw. Staff were completely indifferent.
Is this helpful?
H
Hosny
Brighton1 review
2.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Limited menu, not professional as a fish restaurant
Is this helpful?
P
Paul VIP
London2 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Took over an hour for food to arrive (at lunch time!!!) Half empty restaurant Obviously kitchen forgot - but no attention from Service staff
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Osteria Del Mare is rated 4.3 stars by 160 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 24 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, Mediterranean
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

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Seafood Tasting Menu in Covent Garden

Live Music Friday Nights in Covent Garden

Italian Riviera Buffet | Bottomless & Live Music

Menu

What 160 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Osteria Del Mare restaurant rated?

Is Osteria Del Mare currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat