The Delaunay

4.6

3192 Reviews

£26 to £40

European

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 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

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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
Phone number
020 7499 8558
Website
http://thedelaunay.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Maciej Banas and Regis Negrier
Private party facilities
Interested in private hire? The Delaunay offers 3 unique spaces, suited to all manner of events. More information contact PDR@thedelaunay.com

Location
55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Temple Underground Covent Garden Underground Holborn Underground
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay
£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’
The Full Haus
£29.50 per person
Nov 11, 2024 - Feb 2, 2025
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 3:30pm-5pm.
The Delaunay Prix-Fixe
£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.

What 3,192 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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London
European
London
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
West End London
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Delaunay shines with its "excellent food, service & ambience," perfect for theater-goers with its location and prix fixe menu. Guests cherish its "fantastic service and food," especially the wiener schnitzel. While some experiences vary, the "old school bistro" atmosphere and delightful Central European cuisine make it a favorite return spot for many.

3,192 Reviews

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OdetteS
VIP
London
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was so busy but the team were handling service with warmth grace and true hospitality! Food was fantastic.
The DelaunayResponded on December 17, 2024
Odettes, thank you for sharing your positive experience! We hope to see you soon!
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Pav
VIP
London
87 reviews
4.0
87 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent evening at The Delaunay. The restaurant was exceptionally busy as we’re in the midst of festive celebration, nevertheless, the service was impeccable and swift.
The DelaunayResponded on December 16, 2024
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope to see you soon!
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Stacey
London
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a very good lunch, with a great Christmas vibe. My biggest complaint is they charged a cover charge AND a service charge. The restaurant was full, why a cover charge when we ordered food and drinks. Quite unacceptable in my view and leaves a bad taste in my mouth. Not sure I will go back for this reason alone. UPDATE: The restaurant contacted me and was very proactive and considerate in discussing my concerns with me. There is a policy about the cover charge, it is not charged in every part of the restaurant. While I do not agree with the cover charge, I really appreciate their responsiveness. Jed, the manager, was amazingly helpful and very kind. Thank you to the restaurant for considering my views.
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Debs
VIP
London
48 reviews
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
A lovely, varied menu catering for our respective dietary requirements. Great cocktails and good wine list. They also have a very fair priced fixed priced menu - even on a Saturday! We did have a huge problem with one of the waiting staff who absent-mindedly did something quite shocking and inappropriate (especially for a place with such calibre) but it was handled in a timely manner. Speaking of time, had we wished to have a dessert, I'm not sure where we would have been expected to eat it, as they were very strict with their 2 hour time slot. The after-dinner drinks felt rushed because of this but I won't let it put me off because the food was fabulous.
The DelaunayResponded on December 17, 2024
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We appreciate your feedback!
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AngandDave
London
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This place has a nice vibe with good food and very 'Parisian Brasserie Belle Epoque'. But the noise level is very high, so if you are with someone with hearing aids they will struggle to hear you . Nonetheless I really enjoyed the lunch there and the food was delicious.
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Nigel
VIP
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, generous portions and wonderful service. Lively upbeat vibe
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Peter
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A West End institution for a reason. Great food, service and ambience in a convenient location. The price fixe menu in particular is great value for money and three courses will satisfy without overfilling diners before a theatre trip. Would definitely go again.
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Sarah
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a lovely restaurant! Very special! The food is excellent and the atmosphere is perfect.
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Michele
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delivers outstanding service and great menu.
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Renee
London
64 reviews
5.0
64 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional food and atmosphere. Lively and buzzy.
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FAQs

The Delaunay is rated 4.6 stars by 3192 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 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB

Additional information

Neighborhood
Covent Garden
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
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
European, Austrian, German
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Temple Underground Covent Garden Underground Holborn Underground
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Maciej Banas and Regis Negrier
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://thedelaunay.com/
Phone number
020 7499 8558
Private party facilities
Interested in private hire? The Delaunay offers 3 unique spaces, suited to all manner of events. More information contact PDR@thedelaunay.com

The Delaunay

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay

The Full Haus

The Delaunay Prix-Fixe

Menu

What 3,192 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

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