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The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square, London,

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square

4.8 (1575)
£25 and under
Contemporary European
44-46 Cranbourn Street, London, WC2H 7AN

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 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 12:00–23:30 Sun 12:00–22:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
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What 1,575 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

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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.

1,575 Reviews
  1. Helen

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  2. Julie

    Glasgow4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 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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  3. tony

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 April 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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  4. Emily

    Las Vegas14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 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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  5. IanC

    San Francisco102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 April 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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  6. Carol VIP

    Denver41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place. We have been coming here for over 25 years every time we are in town. We lived in the London area twice and it was a regular haunt. 

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  7. Richard

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a restaurant I would go to fairly regularly before lockdown. It was great to be back same great food and wine. Friendly and welcoming staff and just such an unexpected gem as you descend the spiral staircase. Highly recommend - I will to be waiting so long to return!

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  8. Sandra

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Do yourself a favour and order the ham and cheese pie,excellent.we were alerted to this little gem by friends and would highly recommend.great wine list and service.

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  9. Marion

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service. Great food. Not much choice on lower end of wine lust but it is a wine lovers paradise.

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  10. larraine

    London24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming here regularly since 1998. Always good. Always have the ham and cheese pie. Great wine list. This place never changes and that’s the way we like it.

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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 takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7734 7807.

The Cork & Bottle - Leicester Square is rated 4.8 stars by 1575 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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  4. West End London
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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 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 />
  • Area
    Leicester Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:30 Sun 12:00–22:30
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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