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Forty Dean Street, London,

Forty Dean Street

4.6 (3975)
£26 to £40
Italian
40 Dean Street, London, W1D 4PX

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to 40 Dean Street - your cosy, independent Italian haven nestled in the bustling heart of Soho. As a small, family-run restaurant, we pride ourselves on offering an unforgettable dining experience where passion meets palate.

We offer Italian staples and set menu options served in a homely dining room.

Known for warm service and authentic flavours, we’re a favourite for casual dinners, date nights and late-night dining.

If you're looking for great Italian food in Soho, we're one of the best trattorias in the area.

Please note: from 5pm, we welcome guests aged 18 and over to ensure a relaxed evening atmosphere. Families with younger diners are very welcome to join us during lunch or early dinner service.

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What 3,975 people are saying

Forty Dean Street reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • West End London

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

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Forty Dean Street is a charming Soho restaurant praised for "fantastic service from start to finish" and "absolutely delicious food." It offers a "warm and helpful" atmosphere, making it perfect for pre-theatre dining. While some mention the need for a decor update, the "authentic Italian" cuisine and "friendly staff" consistently win guests over.
3,975 Reviews
  1. Barbara VIP

    Houston155 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very slow. Wine prices very high relative to retail prices. Lobster ravioli fantastic. Chicken Milanese overcooked that night.

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  2. Heather

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about this place was superb. It’s a small restaurant with a fab lively vibe, the food was absolutely fantastic and the service was perfect! Could not fault a single thing and will absolutely be returning on my next visit to Soho. Would recommend the goats cheese and beetroot arancini and the wild mushroom gnocchi was just next level delicious!

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  3. Tim

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They couldn’t have been more welcoming, helpful and friendly

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  4. Nicholas

    Surrey17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner after a matinee performance and it absolutely lived up to our expectations

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  5. Victoria

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cute place with delicious, well-presented food, though a bit over-salted for my taste. Service was fine but felt a little too intrusive — we were asked repeatedly about drinks and if we’d finished, which disrupted our conversation. We were aware of the time limit on the table, but the constant check-ins made us feel rushed. A bit more space to enjoy the meal and setting would be appreciated.

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  6. Sue

    London4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    As always the food and service were great. We had a fab table but the meal was spoiled by the noise from a couple of nearby tables. I know this is not the restaurants fault and there was nothing they could do but it meant that we could hardly have a conversation between ourselves. We were just unlucky I guess! I will certainly be back though, it hasn’t put me off😀

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  7. Lynne

    Manchester/Greater Manchester1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing lunch in a beautiful restaurant. Will definitely be back when we are next in London

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  8. Linda

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely experience. We went for lunch. The pastas were freshly made. I had beef pappardelle and the chunks of beef melted in my mouth. My family greatly enjoyed their dishes too. A nice atmosphere and friendly staff. I will go again.

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  9. Emma

    Buckinghamshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    the restaurant was pretty busy, even at the start of lunch service at 1200, so definitely book ahead. the food was lovely and the staff were friendly, so i would definitely recommend.

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  10. Gary VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant especially before going to the Theater in London. Very cozy, great food and service.

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Forty Dean Street is rated 4.6 stars by 3975 OpenTable diners.

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  4. West End London
  5. Soho

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 43 times today
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40 Dean Street, London, W1D 4PX

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Soho
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    5 minutes walk from Leicester Square Station
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
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