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The Wolseley, London,

The Wolseley

4.6 (3945)
£26 to £40
European
160 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9EB

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
Combining British heritage with European grandeur, The Wolseley is an all-day café-restaurant on London’s iconic Piccadilly. Renowned for its spectacular interior, immaculately presented classic food and seamless service, it is open from early until late, seven days a week.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Afternoon Tea
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Afternoon Tea Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–6:30 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7499 6996
  • Website
    http://www.thewolseley.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alexandre Nicolas
  • Private party facilities
    The Wolseley’s Private Dining Room has often been described as “one of the most beautiful in London.” Elegantly designed to complement the restaurant below, the room seats up to 15 guests and is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator : 020 7659 9315
  • Location
    160 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9EB
  • Neighborhood
    St. James's
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Green Park UndergroundPiccadilly Circus Underground
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Prix Fixe Menu

    £34.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    A pinch of old-world glamour and a dash of European dining tradition means dinner at The Wolseley is a much-relaxed social occasion as it is an essential component of the day. Diners can enjoy our good value Prix Fix (perfect for pre-theatre or post-work dining), including options like Soufflé Suisse and Pan-seared Fillet of Sea Bream, £29.95 for two courses or £34.95 for three.
    Prix Fixe Menu Photo

Private dining

Menu

The Wolseley's menu was last updated on 3/31/2023.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,945 people are saying

The Wolseley 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • West End London

    European

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Wolseley offers a "timeless elegance" and "impeccable service" in a beautiful, iconic space reminiscent of Viennese cafes. Guests praise the "excellent service" and "delicious food," especially during breakfast and afternoon tea. While some reviews note a decline in quality, it remains "a must in London" for its atmosphere and classic charm.

3,945 Reviews

  1. Jonathan

    Lancashire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked via OpenTable as it was the most convenient platform . The Wolseley we found to be wonderful . The decor is very opulent and grand,it suits the building very well. Our food and drinks were lovely . We booked for lunch and it’s their busier time I found the noise level to be moderately high as I am sensitive to background noise. This in no way will stop us returning as soon as possible.

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  2. Robert

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience. Perfect for brunch and dinner
    The WolseleyResponded today
    Robert, thank you so much for the positive review! We hope to see you soon!

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  3. koke

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Maravilloso Pero mucho ruido. Muy lleno pero espectacular
    The WolseleyResponded 3 days ago
    Koke, thank you so much for the positive review! We hope to see you soon!

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  4. Chris VIP

    London10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gnocchi was not good and a bit cold. Other dishes were excellent
    The WolseleyResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day!

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  5. David

    London13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a business lunch and arrived slightly early so was given the option of sitting in the quieter area that was subdivided from the main restaurant. It was pleasant, service was good and it was certainly quieter than the main restaurant so conversation was easier. We both had the set menu for 2 which was good value and good food although sides were extra. A slight annoyance was the cover charge which I resent paying on top of a 15% tip, but they were happy to knock that off the bill on request. Overall a great ambience and impressive place to wine and dine clients.

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  6. Qian

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We celebrated our anniversary there. Nothing particularly special, which was fine. However, the waiter only came by twice during the entire meal — pretty much no service, yet a 15% service charge was automatically added to the bill. £365 for a very, very average meal.

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  7. Donny

    London9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is good. Service is quite average. Ambience is nice and busy.
    The WolseleyResponded today
    Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day! We hope to see you soon!

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  8. Luke VIP

    Dallas39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A definite “Must Do” in London! Former car dealership transformed into a delightfully delicious restaurant space on Piccadilly, across from The Ritz. Drinks in the bar and dinner in the main dining room - such a great experience. Inventive cocktails and top notch food. Service was on par with any restaurant in the neighborhood. Make this an addition to your evening plans.
    The WolseleyResponded today
    Hi Luke, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us at The Wolseley. We're happy we could meet your expectations! We hope to see you soon!

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  9. Gerhard VIP

    Frankfurt9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A must in London for me, always great for a High Tea
    The WolseleyResponded today
    Gerhard, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Wolseley! We hope to see you soon!

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  10. Enise

    Berkshire1 review

    3.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    No tablecloths for breakfast wasn’t ok. Everything on the menu for breakfast is available in M&S food. There was nothing special.

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FAQs

The Wolseley is rated 4.6 stars by 3945 OpenTable diners.

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
  5. St. James's

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Wolseley

160 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9EB

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    St. James's
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:30 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Afternoon Tea Mon–Fri 2:30 pm–6:30 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:30 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    European, Afternoon Tea
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Green Park UndergroundPiccadilly Circus Underground
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alexandre Nicolas
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.thewolseley.com/
  • Phone number
    020 7499 6996
  • Private party facilities
    The Wolseley’s Private Dining Room has often been described as “one of the most beautiful in London.” Elegantly designed to complement the restaurant below, the room seats up to 15 guests and is available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator : 020 7659 9315
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