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The Delaunay, London,

The Delaunay

4.6
4.6
3200 Reviews
£26 to £40
European
55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Encapsulating the elegance and history of Vienna and wider Central-Europe, The Delaunay evokes the spirit of grand café dining, infused with a sense of timelessness.

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, and Afternoon Tea on weekends, The Delaunay is open seven days a week. Alongside the restaurant, there is also a bar and counter setting.

And with a special pre-theatre ‘Full Haus’ set menu, guests can enjoy 3 courses and a glass of wine or beer for just £29.50, Monday – Friday 4:30pm – 6pm, before heading off to see one of the West-End’s finest shows.



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’
    Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay Photo

  • 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.
    The Delaunay Prix-Fixe Photo

  • The Full Haus

    £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 and from 9pm till Close.
    The Full Haus Photo

Menu

The Delaunay's menu was last updated 2023-03-31.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,200 people are saying

The Delaunay 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

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • London

    European

  • West End London

    European

  • West End London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Delaunay is a delightful choice for dining in London, offering "excellent service" and "tasty food" with a "lovely atmosphere." Its location is ideal for pre-theatre meals, and guests appreciate the "reliable" experience. Highlights include a "great vibe" and a "French-style ambiance," ensuring a memorable visit.

3,200 Reviews

  1. Mark

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Nice place for an upscale meal.

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  2. Trevor

    London29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The first thing to say, is that the atmosphere at the restaurant is delightful. It really does feel like you’re in an upmarket Austrian café from decades ago. We started off at the bar with some of their original cocktails, which were very nice. After moving to the table, we went with the Easter specials. Both of us had white asparagus for starters and then one of us had a rack of lamb and the other fried gnocchi in a morel sauce. We finished off with hot cross buns with a caramel sauce. All very nicely prepared and presented. Tasty too. Portions can be quite quite large, so factor that in when making choices! If there is a grumble, it is that it is a little on the pricey side (especially the wine by the glass prices), so treat as a special occasion place would be my recommendation.

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  3. Patrick

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A pre theatre treat, the waiters were wonderful and created a lovely experience for my daughter.

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  4. Gerard

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maybe the best restaurant in London … taking into account ambience, service, quality and value

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  5. Jill

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our fist visit to Delaunay & we were very pleasantly surprised. Food was delicious except for broccoli which was far too el dente, we couldn’t even cut it so most was left. 15% service charge is a bit steep but didn’t spoil the experience however, would think twice before booking again.

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  6. steve

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top class in every way! Totally delivers on everything you could ask from a central London restaurant

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As dual we had a good experience at The Delaunay. 🤩

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  8. Joseph

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and delicious food in a refined environment.

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  9. Sarah VIP

    London28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Completely packed on a Monday night says it all. Reliable, tasty food with excellent and professional service.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, great vibe, fantastic - highly recommended

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FAQs

The Delaunay is rated 4.6 stars by 3200 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. London
  4. West End London
  5. Covent Garden

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Delaunay

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
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