27 Old Compton Street

Name: 27 Old Compton Street
Address: 27 Old Compton St, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, W1D 5JP
Telephone: 020 7183 5467
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (41)

£25 and under

Italian

27 Old Compton St, London, Greater London W1D 5JP

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Lively

Fast, fresh, and full of flavour. Our handmade pasta is served up in minutes, paired with great drinks and even better vibes. Whether you're after a quick lunch or a late-night fix (we’re open ‘til 1 AM on weekends), we’ve got you.

In Italy, Tavola Calda - literally ‘hot table’ - is where you go for high-quality food, served fast and without the fuss.
That’s exactly what we’re bringing to Soho. Fresh pasta, homemade sauces, good prices, no wait. Whether you’ve got five minutes or fifty, there’s always time for a proper Italian meal.

Please note that we are a fast serve pasta restaurant that provides delicious to-go dishes. We do provide indoor seating, but please be advised that tables are available for up to 45 minutes to keep that fast paced vibe going.

We're proud to be open until 1 am. Thursday through Saturday, perfect for late-night freshly made pasta. Looking for fast pasta? Look no further.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
020 7183 5467
Website
https://www.27oldcomptonstreet.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
27 Old Compton St, London, Greater London W1D 5JP
Neighborhood
Soho
Parking details
None

Focaccia£5.50
Rosemary & Sea Salt Dips: Sun-Dried Tomato & Rosemary, Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar, Cannellini Beans & Gorgonzola
Rocket & Parmesan Salad£4.50
Balsamic Dressing
Cacio e Pepe Arancini£6.50
Parmesan Cream
Burrata & Aubergine£7.50
Sweet Cherry Tomatoes, Pesto
Crispy Courgette Fries£3.50

Oven-Baked Dishes

Mortadella Flatbread£9.90
Pistachio, Mozzarella, Honey (N)
Mushroom & Truffle Lasagne£11.90
Parmesan, Béchamel (V)
Aubergine Parmigiana£10.90
Tomato, Basil, Parmesan (V)

Fresh Pasta

All our pasta is made fresh daily.

Maccheroni Amatriciana£12.90
Pancetta, Chilli, Tomato
Maccheroni Vodka£10.90
Tomato, Basil, Chilli (V)
Rustici Pesto£10.90
Cavolo Nero, Pistachio, Pine Nuts (N)
Conchiglie Octopus Ragu£13.90
Slow-Cooked Octopus
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe£10.90
Pecorino, Black Pepper (V)
Mafalda Beef Ragu£12.90
Slow-Cooked Ragu
Paccheri Chicken & Mushroom£11.90
Smoked Chicken, Cream, Parmesan
Pumpkin Ravioli£12.00
Sage Butter, Parmesan (V)
Porcini & Truffle Risotto£12.00
Truffle Paste, Parmesan (V)
Conchiglie 'Nduja£12.90
Spicy Sausage, Tomato, Basil
Vegan Gnocchi£10.90
Tomato & Basil Sauce (VEG)
Black Crab Tortelloni£14.00
Tomato & Basil Sauce

Dessert

Mini Doughnuts£5.50
Pistachio, Hazelnut & Chocolate

What 41 people are saying

27 Old Compton Street reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.2Service
4.1Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

27 Old Compton Street offers "amazing fresh pasta," with highlights like beef ragu and black crab tortellini. This "hidden gem" in Soho combines "great value" with "exceptional service," making it ideal for pre-theatre dining. The intimate atmosphere and "friendly staff" ensure a "fantastic" experience, though it can feel rushed due to time slots.

41 Reviews

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Beth
London1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Let me start by saying the food is 10/10, no notes! Both of our servers were very friendly, apart from who I assume was the manager at the end. We were aware the policy is to only have the table for 45mins however I would strongly suggest this is reviewed, we barely finished our pasta and the person I am assuming was the manager was clearing our plates and offering us dessert but in the same breath telling us we didn’t have time to have dessert.. clearly rushing us to leave, seems pointless to have it on the menu if there will never be time to eat it. Food is gorgeous but the experience feels very rushed and not somewhere to have a relaxing meal or catch up because you won’t have time to talk to each other.
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Adrian
London2 reviews
1.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The 45 minute time limit is really un social. We felt rushed to order, rushed to finish and rushed to clear . When I made the booking and especially when I was telephoned to confirm the booking this should have been made clear to me . My catch up ( after 3 years) with a good friend was horribly compromised. We had to find somewhere else for a dessert and drinks. Really disappointing visit . Going out for dinner should be special , it felt like a works canteen . Poor management decision .
27 Old Compton StreetResponded 2 days ago
Hi Adrian, Thank you for your feedback — we’re sorry to hear that your experience with us left you feeling rushed and disappointed. 27 Old Compton Street is a more quick pasta & wine bar similar to the tavola calda in Italy, meaning we do generally limit tables to 45 minutes. However, you’re absolutely right that this should have been clearly communicated at the time of booking and during the confirmation call. It’s clear we let you down on that front, and that your evening was negatively impacted as a result. We’re reviewing how we communicate our format to avoid this kind of frustration going forward. Thank you again for sharing your feedback as it helps us improve, especially as a new restaurant and format for the area.
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Tia
Cambridge/Cambridgeshire3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Really good price and nice food. Very tight with the 45min for a 2 person table which we already knew, food came quick but is a bit rushed to drink a bottle of wine. Nice place
27 Old Compton StreetResponded 5 days ago
Hi Tia, Thanks for your lovely review! We understand the 45 minute turnaround may seem tight, however, we're trying to bring the tavola calda fast pasta bars over to London. Of course, we're still learning what works and what doesn't and we'll take this into consideration to ensure we deliver a service that everyone will love. We hope to welcome you back soon. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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Colin
London6 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Really lovely little restaurant, however. We ordered a lovely bottle of wine to share, only to be told - after sitting down - that the table was on a 45-minute turnaround. Unfortunately, this meant the entire experience felt rushed, from ordering right through to having to finish the last glass far too quickly. If you’re aware of the time limit going in, you’ll likely enjoy the meal. But if it comes as a surprise, as it did for us, it can end up overshadowing the rest of the experience.
27 Old Compton StreetResponded 6 days ago
Hi Colin, Thank you for your thoughtful review. We're so pleased you enjoyed the food and atmosphere, but sorry to hear the table time policy came as a surprise and impacted your experience. As a fast-paced pasta bar inspired by Italy’s tavola calda style, we do operate on a 45-minute turnaround to keep things moving – but we completely understand that this doesn’t suit every occasion, especially when you're hoping to savour a bottle of wine. We’ll take your feedback onboard and make sure we’re clearer about the dining time when guests book. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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STEPHEN VIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington4 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was fine but I found it so incredibly rush d to get us out within the slotted 1 hour time they allow per reservation. Don’t go there if you want to speak to your dinner guests. It was basically a fraught experience.
27 Old Compton StreetResponded 6 days ago
Hi Stephen, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that you felt rushed during your visit. At 27 Old Compton Street, we're designed to reflect the fast-paced, tavola calda-style dining found across Italy; quick, quality meals served in a lively setting, with a 45-minute table time to keep the experience moving. We understand this pace isn’t for everyone, and we’ll make sure to communicate it more clearly going forward. We do hope you’ll consider visiting us again for a quick, tasty bite when you're next in Soho. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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Emily
Surrey1 review
4.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Lovely little restaurant. Great value, cheap pasta dishes that were delish. Only issue was the lack of positive service. Felt very rushed. I know it’s a quick serve pasta bar but there were other tables and we felt rushed to eat in an hour. Waiters and waitresses not very friendly.
27 Old Compton StreetResponded 6 days ago
Hey Emly, Thanks for your lovely review! We apologise for your meal feeling rushed – we're still ironing out a few things to ensure that we provide that fast 'to go' pasta bar vibe without making customers feel rushed. We hope to welcome you back in the near future as we troubleshoot things for an even better experience. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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John
Chicago / Illinois29 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing spot. Dropped in late night and staff was exceptionally. They didn’t have a table in main room but set us up in basement. It was even better. Black crab tortellini was stand out. Really fair pricing. Good wine at a great price. End your meal with a limoncello! A must go if in area!
27 Old Compton StreetResponded on May 30, 2025
Hi John, Such a lovely review – thank you! We hope to see you again soon. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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Steve
London1 review
4.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Mathalda was an excellent host and allowed us a little lee-way on how long our table was booked for - Thank you Mathalda . Nicely busy , good atmosphere - food excellent. Will go again - Steve
27 Old Compton StreetResponded on May 30, 2025
Hi Steve, Such a lovely review, thank you! We'll pass your kind words on to Mathalda. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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Lauren
Kent18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic. Beef ragu pasta was lovely. Highly recommend. Great pricing too. Small restaurant which was lovely
27 Old Compton StreetResponded on May 27, 2025
Hi Lauren, Thanks for your five star review! We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best, The 27 Old Compton Street team
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Jessica VIP
Chicago / Illinois18 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food is lovely - especially the mortadella flatbread. Prices are incredible for Soho and service is very swift
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27 Old Compton Street is rated 4.4 stars by 41 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

27 Old Compton St, London, Greater London W1D 5JP

Additional information

Neighborhood
Soho
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.27oldcomptonstreet.com/
Phone number
020 7183 5467

27 Old Compton Street

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

Side Dishes

Focaccia£5.50

Rocket & Parmesan Salad£4.50

Cacio e Pepe Arancini£6.50

Burrata & Aubergine£7.50

Crispy Courgette Fries£3.50

Oven-Baked Dishes

Mortadella Flatbread£9.90

Mushroom & Truffle Lasagne£11.90

Aubergine Parmigiana£10.90

Fresh Pasta

Maccheroni Amatriciana£12.90

Maccheroni Vodka£10.90

Rustici Pesto£10.90

Conchiglie Octopus Ragu£13.90

Bucatini Cacio e Pepe£10.90

Mafalda Beef Ragu£12.90

Paccheri Chicken & Mushroom£11.90

Pumpkin Ravioli£12.00

Porcini & Truffle Risotto£12.00

Conchiglie 'Nduja£12.90

Vegan Gnocchi£10.90

Black Crab Tortelloni£14.00

Dessert

Mini Doughnuts£5.50

What 41 people are saying

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