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The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square, London,

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square

4.8
4.8
1578 Reviews
£25 and under
Contemporary European
44-46 Cranbourn Street, London, WC2H 7AN

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Our beliefs are simple - in a world full of so much terrific food and wine, why settle for a slab of quiche and a glass of boring plonk? Our food is innovative, fresh and tasty... and available at all hours. The wine list speaks for itself - "Legendary for its iconoclastic notes. It doesn"t necessarily tell you what the wine tastes like - you have to make your mind up. It's there to provoke interest", says Harpers, the wine trade magazine. As Barossa wine making supremo John Glaetzer puts it so succinctly, "Don, this is not just a wine list - it's a book". And a readable one at that!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Mediterranean, British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Leicester Square
  • Cross street
    Cranbourn Street<br />Bear Street<br />
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square tube station (Northern Line)
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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What 1,578 people are saying

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Loved For

  • London

    Contemporary European

  • West End London

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cork & Bottle in Leicester Square is cherished as a "hidden gem" with an inviting atmosphere. Known for its "outstanding wine list" and "delicious food," particularly the "ham and cheese pie," it offers a unique, cozy vibe. Guests love the "friendly, professional service" and its role as an "oasis" amidst the city's hustle.
1,578 Reviews
  1. Nicola VIP

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This hidden gem in the center of London boasts a brilliant selection of wines and truly exceptional, friendly staff. A proper treat!

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  2. Matthew

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked a table before seeing a show near by. The service was friendly and efficient. We had cheese and wine but the meals being served around us looked very tempting. A real hidden gem

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  3. Linda

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening the wine was amazing and accompanied with great cheese.

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  4. stephanie

    Berkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always, best hidden spot to welcome friends!

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  5. Janet

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. We will definitely return.

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  6. Helen

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great central venue and a charming building. Particular shout out to two of the gentleman waiting staff who are lovely. Great place for drinks.

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  7. Julie

    Glasgow4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a lovely hidden gem! Been a regular for the last 30odd years every time we visit London. We love it! Service from staff is always the best and most helpful. We were running a little late and a staff member (male dark hair lovely) called to check we were on our way. Loved that he did this and didn’t just move on to next paying customer. We will be back

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  8. tony

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It’s always a pleasure to return to the C&B. Good food and friendly, professional service. Outstanding wine list. Always a pleasure to be able to trust their recommendations and experience, when experimenting with new wines or struggling to pair wines with different food selections. Being able to purchase bottles to take home is a bonus too good to miss! Thank you C&B

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  9. Emily

    Las Vegas14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good wine choices, Decent food. Friendly service. Cool, intimate vibe. Can just get a bit noisy. But I really like this place.

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  10. IanC

    San Francisco102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hudden gem. I hadn't visited for some time and gD forgotten how enjoyable it is. An excellent selection of wines, with great advice available to help make a choice, a good menu and excellent food.

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FAQs

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo and Uber Eats. The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7734 7807.

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square is rated 4.8 stars by 1578 OpenTable diners.

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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Booked 12 times today
Google Map for The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square

44-46 Cranbourn Street, London, WC2H 7AN

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cranbourn Street<br />Bear Street<br />
  • Neighborhood
    Leicester Square
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Mediterranean, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square tube station (Northern Line)
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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