The Wolseley

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   ScottG

   New York Area

   12 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on May 26, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This is truly an amazing experience. The restaurant is exquisite.
   

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   GirlAboutTown

   San Francisco

   26 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   26 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Few things in life have the classic simplicity and elegance of breakfast at the Wolseley whilst not making you feel you overpaid for the experience. I love the satisfaction of pouring coffee from your beautiful silver pots. Thank you for being consistently wonderful for all these years.
   

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   DipakD

   Brighton

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 19, 2023

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Lovely lunch to celebrate Duke of Edinburgh award for our daughter. Buzzing atmosphere and attentive service .
   

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   Truffles

   London

   9 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on May 18, 2023

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   I arrived at the Wolseley to be told there was no booking - despite being sent a confirmation request and responding to confirm. Totally unhelpful staff who offered the worst possible free table. I am so tired of this place. Bad service. Rushed. It survives because there is an endless trail of tourists to frequent it. I went to Cafe Murano instead. Wonderful.
   

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   Lnew

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 15, 2023

   overall3food3service2ambience5

   Have dined here several times when in London and loved it. Have taken business associates and enjoyed it. Our last visit was poor and disappointing. Soup was served to my husband which was so hot it was inedible- yes burnt tongue. I slowly (very slowly) ate my starter whilst he waited for his soup, in a concave bowl which didn't help, to cool enough to eat. 10 minutes later still too hot, we raised our issue politely and the soup was taken away and predictably COLD soup was delivered to the table. Slightly amusing for the chef but very unprofessional. Of course it was sent back. Other starters were offered but as I had eaten my own first course, who wants to eat alone! The main course chicken was dry. We didn't complain - why would we? We also chose not to have a dessert - why would we spend more money? Then payment. The service charge was still on the bill which we refused to pay. Summary - arrogance and poor quality service is not what we expected of this restaurant. What has happened? - it was our favourite. Sadly not any more.
   

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   JustineN

   Bath

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 15, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our first visit to the iconic restaurant and it didn't fail! Wonderful atmosphere, attentive service, delicious food, looking forward to coming back!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   London

   6 reviews

   4.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   overall4food5service5ambience5

   Breakfast for my husbands birthday. It was lovely! We were greeted by a friendly gentleman who wished him a happy birthday. He even received a nice birthday treat at the end. Lovely place and we will defo visit again
   

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   Gustie80

   Washington DC

   14 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on May 2, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We had the dover sole, it was delicious. We always enjoy a visit to the Wolseley!
   

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   Menny

   London

   15 reviews

   5.0

   15 reviews

   Dined on May 1, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   One of our favourite places it's a must go service is none plus ultra, fantastic food and drinks *****
   

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    StuartWatson

    London

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    Always fab being at the Wolseley. Amazing service, great vibe.
    

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    DavidB

    London

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    As always great foot buzzing atmosphere and great service
    

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    LawrenceS

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great Food and Service in a Piccadilly Gem! Highly recommend for any meal of the day
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    London

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    It was very noisy when you sat down to have brunch. The Egg Benedict we ordered were not up to standard. The eggs were all overcooked compared to the standard of what an egg benedict should be like. Quite disappointed about having brunch here but I might give it another go to have a tea set next time.
    

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    Catherine

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5

    Hello, wenn we arrived, the restaurant could not find our reservation. We were very disappointed, fortunately we were still be able to have lunch but only for an hour. It was a pity because we had to give our credit card details to make the reservation. Otherwise the experience was very good. Sincerely
    

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    MartyG

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Went for my wife’s birthday and the staff made it a special occasion.
    

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    MICHee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Service steward name Niki and the lady were attentive and professional. My drinks top up and the eggs n French toast taste heavenly
    

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    A lovely environment. Really polite and friends staff. Food is great. Toilets need to be cleaner though!
    

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    LeslieB

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We always enjoy our experience at The Wolseley and look forward to dining here whenever we are in London.
    

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    PaulH

    London

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    As always, good foor and a lovely atmosphere. Towards the top end of London prices and 15% service charge. Restaurant which charge 15% on top will never get my best review
    

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    MiziA

    London

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5

    On this occasion the service was very bad. We had to grab waiters as they went by for service and even that did not work well - by the time our tea was served it would be cold Also afternoon tea is unlimited refills and we were charged for 2 but given one set of tea sandwiches and sweets then Told that we need to leave in 35 min as they needed the table An hour later, no one offered any refill even the bill! And no one else came to sit at the table! I had a special guest from USA and was very embarrassed about the whole service, rushed and cold treatment by the staff
    

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    Jane68

    London

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love The Wolseley - the service, good and experience is always special
    

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    LittleDetails

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience4

    We travel to London regularly and this used to be one of the favourite restaurants. However, our recent visit left much to be desired. Terrible service. Food was ok. Definitely not worth a return visit. Scratches off our list of favourite restaurants.
    

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    SimonP

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great meal really enjoyed it Lively atmosphere and service on point Highly recommended
    

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    MikeJ

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The place is amazing and they do "tradition" so well. A stroll down Picadilly, afternoon tea at The Wolseley and dinner at the Ritz - what could be better.
    

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    CarmenR

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Enjoyed food and presentation. Waitstaff very attentive. Team very attentive to detail. Loved the happy anniversary cookie with dessert. Thank you
    

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Nice. Pleasant. Good food. Nice staff. Good atmosphere and lovely decor. Will pop in again.
    

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1

    This was my third visit but probably will be my last one. The lady at the reception (blonde with glasses) was RUDE and unprofessional
    

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience4

    Vastly overpriced, completely mediocre, food, rust service, and full of Britain tunnel people never again
    

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    FoodieFun

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We ate there for breakfast and it was the perfect spot for a special meal. You can't help but be impressed with the attention to detail and the quality of their product. And as someone with Celiac, they were especially attentive to my gluten-free dietary needs. And it's a marvelous venue, too.
    

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30. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great for light lunch.
    

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    Kiriakos

    London

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent place , delicious breakfast and friend staff.
    

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    mariq

    Mexico City

    49 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience3

    Food and place is always fine. Though waiters have a very bad attitude, at least that was my luck this time
    

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Wolsey is one of my go to places for a special night out. The venue, service and food are excellent and never disappoint. The food was excellent and served (almost too quickly) - clearly a highly organised and well oiled brigade working behind the scenes. It is expensive but worth it when considering the location, level of service and the variety and quality of the food.
    

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    fabulous

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fabulous , ambience amazing, such a beautiful place, food excellent, a little expensive but for a special occasion it’s ok.
    

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    JohnG

    London

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The Wolseley always delivers a very good experience, well run, courteous, good food and reasonable value for money for central London.
    

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    PattyC

    London

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4

    I love this place. However, my main course was salty - the rest was good. I have been dining here since it opened and I will continue to go back.
    

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37. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4

    Disappointing to see so many positive reviews from people who have been before. The room is still wonderful and the food is good but whilst the service here used to be the standard by which to judge all others, it is now just inept. If you’d never been here before you might just think you picked an off night but if you know the place you will realise that the magic has gone and no one cares any more. Such a shame. In the past I’ve always come away from this restaurant feeling like I’ve experienced something special, last night I just felt it was expensive. Oh - and try not to use the bathrooms, it seems they no longer get cleaned.
    

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38. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience3

    Table for 3 booked for 5pm but only given very small table (usually for 2) at 520pm. Order not taken until 6pm and then told to clear table by 7pm!
    

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    Estherp

    London

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Absolutely beautiful venue with great seating and ambience Our waitress was super busy with lots of tables so it took a little longer than usual to get the bread and our ordered drinks The food was excellent, we had a three course lunch The coq au vin with pommel purée was decadent A tad expensive but none the less delicious, and presented very well Perhaps next time one course for lunch would do
    

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    AlanRobins

    London

    16 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Another visit to this lovely establishment. Food is always good, white onion soup, coq au vin, calves liver and the glorious strudel washed down with a nice bottle of champagne and sassy cider. Our visit this time crossed a shift change. Unfortunately our second waiter was miserable (not just to us) and made it clear he didn’t really want to be there. That’s a bit annoying when the service charge is added and as a patron you feel it’s not deserved, especially with a bill of almost £370 for 3. Grumpy service aside, I’ve no doubt we will be back.
    

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