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The quality of the food at The Delaunay is rated 9.3/10 by TheFork users.

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The atmosphere at The Delaunay is rated 9.3/10 by TheFork users.

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The noise level at The Delaunay is rated 6.1/10 by TheFork users.

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The waiting time at The Delaunay is rated 8.6/10 by TheFork users.

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The service at The Delaunay is rated 9.3/10 by TheFork users.

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Reviews - The Delaunay

Name: The Delaunay
Address: 55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4EZ, United Kingdom
Price range: £41 (Prices have been provided by the restaurant)
Rating: 9.3

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9.3
of 10

Excellent

325 reviews

Ambience

9.3

Food

9.3

Service

9.3

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Joan C. • 1 review
8 March 2025
7/10
Food excellent. Staff don’t listen . Put things right quickly. Broccoli very al dente. 15% service charge outrageous.
Richard F. • 2 reviews
28 February 2025
10/10
Birthday dinner for two - great food and service as ever
Markus S. • 1 review
28 February 2025
8/10
1.75 hours for a dinner is limited - be aware of that when you book.....
Linda G. • 1 review
26 February 2025
10/10
The Delaunay is perfectly sited with a perfect menu and service that is better than perfect.
Hamlin L. • 458 reviews
20 February 2025
8.5/10
Good warm crusty bread with salted butter. Monkfish tartare. Fillet of seabass with green beans. Flaky Black Forest cake. Austrian Stiegl beer to drink.
Brian W. • 20 reviews
16 February 2025
9/10
Great food and service but as the restaurant was no where near busy there was little atmosphere. But we still had a nice evening.
Naomi M. • 35 reviews
6 February 2025
10/10
Helpful and informative staff, all well trained, delicious food. Particular thanks to Piotr for advice on customers with mobility difficulties.
Michael M. • 1 review
2 February 2025
10/10
the staff were courteous and attentive. food was really tasty and good value. yes, you pat above the average, but still worth it. My Yorkshire was cold and chewy, so they immediately replaced it. I hate sending things back, but when you pay that kind of money. or wait or was adorable, and sociable. very observant.
Woody T. • 7 reviews
2 January 2025
5.5/10
The food was good.
Elena S. • 46 reviews
20 December 2024
6.5/10
It's overpriced for its quality. Shrimp cocktail was like a hello from the nineties. Beefstroganoff appeared to be a medium steak under tomato gravie. I have no idea why they have such a popularity - all tables were occupied. Maybe there are not enough places to eat in a theater district? Idk
Petra H. • 10 reviews
16 December 2024
9/10
Food was nice- service impeccable. They add on a £4pp dinner charge, then the service % on top, so it ended up being a little more expensive than we were expecting- £100 for 2x £30 set menu, 2x non alcoholic drinks and 1x side. But staff are lovely, it’s a good atmosphere, nice seating arrangements, and good food.
David B. • 4 reviews
8 December 2024
8/10
Very pleasant lunch in an attractive setting with attentive staff. Slightly rushed because the restaurant was heavily booked for Sunday lunches.
Reinhold A. • 11 reviews
26 November 2024
7.5/10
Went for the pre-theatre menu at 5:45pm, which we notified them in advance to ensure we can manage as we only had 60min time or so. we were a bit disappointed to see that apparently this was only available until 5pm?! this is something we could have been told before, but anyway. Settled for the 2 course menu instead and choice wasn't great and both mains (mackerel and spatchock chicken) were a bit of a let down/uninspiring. Service however was impeccable, waitress was very kind and we managed to finish both courses ahead of time as she told the kitchen we are in a rush.
Thomas H. • 7 reviews
19 November 2024
10/10
There was a real buzz in the restaurant from start to finish - great acoustics so easy to speak - relaxed atmosphere - food continues to be of the usual high standard - amenable and happy staff - great formula which works - why don't other restaurants follow the Delaunay's example?
Adam H. • 1 review
14 November 2024
8/10
Very noisy
Sara M. • 1 review
25 October 2024
9/10
Excellent food
Christine S. • 5 reviews
27 October 2024
10/10
Great set menu with beetroot soup and roast poussin followed by a lovely ice cream affogato. Very good service.
Mario E. • 2 reviews
29 October 2024
10/10
The excelence of the service and the ambiente.
Robert M. • 5 reviews
18 October 2024
10/10
This really is a special place!
Veronica H. • 4 reviews
11 October 2024
10/10
Dinner was lovely, the attendants made sure we were enjoying our meal. They gifted us truffles with a cute edible card for our anniversary ❣️
Ivana D. • 1 review
10 October 2024
6/10
The food was not particularly good. I expected better.
Dobri K. • 3 reviews
28 September 2024
10/10
Great service by allowing us to dine late, almost at the closing time and still ensuring we were well catered to
Monica J. • 1 review
5 September 2024
10/10
Perfect place to meet up with friends of 50 years!
Avis M. • 13 reviews
9 August 2024
10/10
Always fabulous with great service
Sunil N. • 2 reviews
17 July 2024
9.5/10
Old world English ambience and well executed dishes with delicious cuisine.
Cristine N. • 2 reviews
22 July 2024
9/10
Food was delicious and there was a good variety to choose from as some diners in our group had dietary requirements. Staff very courteous.
John A. • 1 review
16 July 2024
10/10
Excellent food, served in an attentive and timely way in a relaxed ambience with space to converse without any effort.
Cally D. • 18 reviews
6 June 2024
10/10
We wanted a nice date night meal and atmosphere before heading to a show - service was very speedy and exceptional. Only shame was I couldn't spend more time in therefor dessert as we had to go! Would definitely recommend.
Greig B. • 1 review
22 May 2024
10/10
I love the Delaunay. The atmosphere is great, French bistro vibe. Always charming staff. Never rushed, lunch lasted from 1pm to nearly 6pm. And the food, always memorable.
R C. • 1 review
27 April 2024
10/10
Ladies who lunch ! Last time my daughter dined with my friend Kathryn from Myrtle beach, the event was a teddy bear’s picnic and my daughter was two ! It was great to catch up 18 years later, in the grown up grandeur of the Delaunay! Although we all thought the teddy bears would have enjoyed the theatricality of the flaming baked Alaska !
Blake B. • 2 reviews
12 April 2024
9.5/10
A great stop after Mama Mia. I thought the quality of the food was fantastic and probably a bargain considering London and location. Pre fix menu does not feature anything desirable. The filet at pouvre was excellent and the best steak I had in our trip to London. Cocktails were good for London. Specials were excellent
Debra T. • 4 reviews
10 April 2024
9.5/10
Tasty food and friendly service. It was pretty busy and a little loud but we had a lovely time nonetheless
Stephanie A. • 1 review
6 April 2024
10/10
Excellent service, great breakfast selection especially for someone who doesn’t eat eggs!
Richard V. • 12 reviews
4 April 2024
8.5/10
Very full and noisy at lunchtime. Service was prompt and helpful. Schnitzels were really too generous but that did not stop them being eaten! Could easily be shared between two people.
Laura D. • 45 reviews
3 April 2024
10/10
Very tasty breakfast, excellent service and great location.
Rachael M. • 2 reviews
28 March 2024
10/10
Love everything about this place!
Charles P. • 6 reviews
2 March 2024
10/10
Perfect location for supper after Mamma Mia. Good food, welcoming staff ( particularly the doorman ) and lovely atmosphere.
John G. • 1 review
22 February 2024
10/10
We often visit the Delaunay when we are attending events in the area. The welcome was warm and we were shown to our table efficiently. Some of our group were late but the staff took this in their stride and managed our orders so that no one was left waiting for food or drinks. We had an excellent table in the centre of the room and were able to enjoy the ambience. As usual, the food was delicious and the menu was varied enough to allow everyone to have what they wanted. The staff ensured that we were able to enjoy our meal without being rushed yet we were get to our concert in good time. A thoroughly enjoyable evening.
Ethan B. • 1 review
19 February 2024
10/10
A classic brasserie that feels almost nostalgic. Comfy and pleasant environment, the food was exactly as expected, traditional and reminiscent of a Parisian eatery. It is on the more expensive end but to be expected where it is situated.
Ursula M. • 1 review
31 January 2024
10/10
Absolutely loved it