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Osteria Del Mare, London, Greater London

Osteria Del Mare

4.3
4.3
65 Reviews
£26 to £40
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 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.

Dining areas

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
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matteo Massafra

Experiences

  • Lunch Set Menu | 2/3 courses from £24

    £24.00 - £28.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Discover the vibrant flavours of the sea with our lunch set menu. Choose from fresh starters, including salmon tartare or rockfish soup, followed by hand-crafted spinach and ricotta ravioli or perfectly grilled salmon steak. Finish with a selection of ice cream or sorbet or a classic tiramisu. Enjoy 2 courses for £24 or 3 courses for £28. T&Cs: Extras, drinks and service charge will be added to the final bill.
    Lunch Set Menu | 2/3 courses from £24 photo
  • Theatre Menu | 2/3 course from £30

    £30.00 - £35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your pre-theatre dining with our elegant menu. Start with a refreshing Niçoise salad, enjoy silky risotto al nero and salmon, and finish with tan indulging vanilla meringue cake. 2 courses for £30 or 3 courses for £35 - perfect dinner before your evening out. T&Cs: Extras, drinks and service charge will be added to the final bill.
    Theatre Menu | 2/3 course from £30 photo
  • Fridays with Live Music Band

    7 Feb 2025 - 18 Apr 2025
    Fridays come alive with the energy of a live music band, filling the air with sing-along hits and timeless Italian melodies. Immerse yourself in the rhythm while indulging in authentic Italian seafood, handmade pastas, and fine wines—the perfect blend of music, flavour, and atmosphere. Live Music Schedule: 8-8:30pm, 9-9:30pm, 10-10:30pm Dates: 7th & 21st Feb, 7th & 21st March, 4th & 18th April Reserve your table now for a night of great food, music, and unforgettable memories!
    Fridays with Live Music Band photo

What 65 people are saying

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
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • West End London

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Osteria Del Mare boasts a stunning interior and "amazing food" that leaves a lasting impression. With fresh seafood and standout dishes like tuna tartare and swordfish carpaccio, it's a must-try for Italian seafood lovers. The "impeccable but friendly service" enhances its welcoming atmosphere, making it ideal for theatre-goers.

65 Reviews
  1. Marco

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Pasta was overcooked (paccheri and tagliatelle) taste was flat without salt Service and atmosphere was good

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  2. Stefano

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, with genuine ingredients and balanced flavours. Nice ambience, the service still needs some fine tuning, however I appreciate it is a new restaurant and it might take some time. Overall good value for money, in line with the London market.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Stefano, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and the ambiance. We truly appreciate your understanding as we continue to fine-tune our service. It’s great to know that you found the value in line with the market, and we’re committed to improving every aspect of the experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and hope to make your next visit even better!

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  3. Scott and Hayley

    VIP

    London

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice evening food was good shame there was no shallot vinegar for the oysters! Tuna Tartar was delicious, seafood pasta was tasty
    Osteria Del MareResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Scott and Hayley, Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the tuna tartare and seafood pasta. We apologize for the absence of shallot vinegar for the oysters and appreciate you bringing it to our attention. we’ll make sure to have it available next time. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable evening!

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  4. Karen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the pre-theater menu. The food was delicious (had a raw salmon and avocado starter, swordfish pasta for the main, and tiramisu and a cappuccino for dessert). The service was perfect and we were made to feel welcomed and valued. It is on the expensive side, but having such a good experience is worth a lot.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Karen, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the pre-theatre menu, especially the raw salmon and avocado starter, the swordfish pasta, and of course, the tiramisu and cappuccino. It’s wonderful to know that the service made you feel welcomed and valued—it’s always our goal to provide a memorable dining experience. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  5. Tina

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good pre theatre menu. Cocktail not great Food good
    Osteria Del MareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Tina, Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food and the pre-theatre menu. We're sorry to hear the cocktail didn’t meet your expectations, and we’ll definitely take that into consideration. Hope to welcome you again soon!

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  6. Sara

    VIP

    New York City

    131 reviews

    3.0

    131 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Nice restaurant and lovely starters but lobster pasta was disappointing as lobster was quite chewy. Shame at the price! One of the starters was forgotten and it arrived 5mins later than the others. Service was generally a bit slow but polite & friendly. We still we had a nice experience overall.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Sara, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and the starters. However, we’re sorry to hear that the lobster pasta didn’t meet your expectations, and we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We’ll be sure to review the quality of the lobster and address the issue with our kitchen team. We also apologize for the delay with your starter and any slow service you experienced. This is certainly not the standard we strive for. We're happy to hear that despite these issues, you had a pleasant experience overall. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon and provide you with a more seamless dining experience.

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  7. CAROLINE

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there last night. The good was really good and the service was very good and they were really nice and helpful with us. We may be back when we visit next year. Really nice pizzas and tiramisu.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Caroline, Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the food, especially the pizzas and tiramisu, and that our team made your experience special. We’ll look forward to welcoming you back when you visit again next year! Safe travels, and we can’t wait to serve you again!

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  8. DONNY

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Osteria del Mare is our favorite Italian restaurant not only in London but in Uk. The food is great and authentic - the selection of white and red wines is lovely. The managers are very friendly people. The waiters are professional and always open for criticism.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Donny , Thank you for such a heartfelt review! We’re truly honored to be your favorite Italian restaurant, not just in London but in the UK! It’s wonderful to know you appreciate the authenticity of our food and the wine selection. We’re also thrilled that our team made such a positive impression—our staff is always happy to learn and improve. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable meals!

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  9. joseph

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice meal at Osteria, good service and a sensible price. We shared our meals with our toddler and the staff were happy to give her her own plate etc. Pizza was great! Seafood pasta is the best ever. Staff spoke good English. Good for just drinks as well as meals.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Joseph, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you and your family had a great experience with us. It’s lovely to hear that our team made your toddler feel comfortable and that you enjoyed the pizza and seafood pasta. We’re also happy to know that our service and atmosphere were to your liking! We look forward to welcoming you again soon, whether for a meal or just drinks.

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  10. Martin

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Found this place from open table guide and they were spot on. Great meal. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere. Busy even on Sunday evening. Mid price range. Great for pre theatre dinners, great set menus.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Martin, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad OpenTable led you to us, and that you enjoyed the meal, atmosphere, and friendly service. It’s great to know you found our set menus perfect for a pre-theatre dinner. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful dining experience!

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FAQs

Osteria Del Mare is rated 4.3 stars by 65 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Osteria Del Mare

366 Strand, London, Greater London WC2R 0JF

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    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
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