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Osteria Del Mare, London, Greater London

Osteria Del Mare

4.5
4.5
117 Reviews
£26 to £40
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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.

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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
  • Oyster & Bubbles Happy Hour

    £10.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Osteria del Mare's Oysters & Bubbles special is the perfect post-work indulgence, serving up three fresh oysters with your choice of a glass of Prosecco (£10) or Champagne (£13). Book a table between 3pm - 6pm, Monday to Friday to enjoy the Oyster & Bubbles happy hour.
    Oyster & Bubbles Happy Hour 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

What 117 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Osteria Del Mare in Covent Garden is celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine, "beautifully decorated" interior, and "friendly staff." Guests rave about the "fantastic salmon," "best fresh fish," and "delicious pizza." Service is often highlighted as "excellent," with patrons consistently enjoying the "wonderful atmosphere" and "real Italian" experience.

117 Reviews
  1. Jon

    Hertfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue nice decor good atmosphere staff were amazing and the food OMG fresh clean invigorating from the sea to plate taste and presentation and flavour Impressed .finished with the lightest vanilla meringue cake Then we were pleasantly surprised with a happy anniversary decorated desert not expected but a real good touch by the staff 100% on my recommend list and tell family and friends

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  2. Lynn02 VIP

    London23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit at this restaurant with 6 of my girlfriends to celebrate my birthday. Everything was perfect food decor service and a brilliant live band. Thoroughly recommend. Can’t wait to return.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Lynn, Thank you for choosing us to celebrate your special day! We’re so glad to hear that you and your friends had a great time. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the food, decor, service, and live band. We can’t wait to have you back for another unforgettable experience. Happy belated birthday!

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  3. Tamara VIP

    London19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would 100% recommend Osteria Del Mare! The 3 oyster and champagne deal is great and we shared the Sea Bass which was exceptional. Great for a date night!
    Osteria Del MareResponded 1 day ago
    Dear Tamara, Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the oyster and champagne deal, as well as the sea bass. We agree—it's perfect for a date night! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another wonderful experience. Cheers!

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  4. Matthew VIP

    London8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Beautiful restaurant and friendly staff but there’s a reason it was basically empty when we arrived … the food sucks. The calamari was tough as leather (was clearly frozen) that we had to send back, lobster linguine that genuinely had no taste (£39 for the pleasure) and al denté pasta. If you’re looking for basics - pizza and chips - were very good, but it’s not worth the money for the fish dishes - sadly haven’t worked out what they’re doing here. Avoid avoid avoid.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 3 days ago
    Dear Matthew, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and the friendly service. However, we’re truly sorry to hear that your dining experience didn’t meet your expectations. We take all comments seriously, and it’s disappointing to know that the quality of the dishes you tried didn’t live up to what we aim to provide. We'll definitely be reviewing the points you've raised with our kitchen team to ensure improvements are made. We hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went there to celebrate my birthday, and it was an amazing experience. The food, ambiance, and service were all exceptional. The highlights for me were the mushroom pasta, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and the tiramisu, which was simply divine. I’ll definitely be coming back!
    Osteria Del MareResponded 2 days ago
    Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful time celebrating your birthday with us. We're glad you enjoyed the mushroom pasta and tiramisu – they're two of our favorites too! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing meal. See you soon!

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  6. Amy

    Manchester5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Do not think the quality of the food justifies the price
    Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Amy, Thank you for your feedback! We're sorry to hear that you felt the food didn’t meet your expectations in terms of value. We strive to provide high-quality dishes, and your comments will help us improve. We’d love to hear more about your experience so we can make things right.

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  7. Kerryb

    Kent6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Poor service overall with bored Looking staff, some didn’t have a clue
    Osteria Del MareResponded on 15 March 2025
    Dear Kerry, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We apologize that your experience didn't meet expectations. We strive to provide excellent service, and we will certainly address the issues you've mentioned with our team to improve. Your input is valuable, and we hope to provide a better experience next time.

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  8. Sinan

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    There is a pop-up saying there is live music on Fridays. I made a reservation based on that. But on the following pages, there is small information that there is live music on some Fridays. It is a bit misleading.
    Osteria Del MareResponded 4 days ago
    Dear Sinan, Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we sincerely apologize for any confusion. We understand how important it is for information to be clear, especially when making a reservation. We'll make sure to update the messaging to avoid any future misunderstandings. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope you'll still have a great experience with us next time!

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  9. Marco

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service! I will be back soon for sure. The pizza is fantastic!
    Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
    Dear Marco, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and service. We can’t wait to have you back soon for more delicious pizza!

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  10. Ben

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A really enjoyable dining experience. A big thank you to Chiara for looking after us
    Osteria Del MareResponded on 12 March 2025
    Dear Ben, Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear you had an enjoyable dining experience. We'll be sure to pass along your thanks to Chiara—she'll be thrilled! We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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FAQs

Osteria Del Mare is rated 4.5 stars by 117 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 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 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–23:00
  • 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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