The Delaunay

Name: The Delaunay
Address: 55 Aldwych, London, United Kingdom, WC2B 4BB
Telephone: 020 7499 8558
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (3197)

£26 to £40

European

55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Encapsulating the elegance and history of Vienna and wider Central-Europe, The Delaunay evokes the spirit of grand café dining, infused with a sense of timelessness.

Located by Covent Garden and in the heart of theatre-land, the menus celebrate European flavours, often spotlighting lesser-known continental dishes.

Open early for breakfast, through to lunch and dinner, and Afternoon Tea on weekends, The Delaunay is open seven days a week. Alongside the restaurant, there is also a bar and counter setting.

And with a special pre-theatre ‘Full Haus’ set menu, guests can enjoy 3 courses and a glass of wine or beer for just £29.50, Monday – Friday 4:30pm – 6pm, before heading off to see one of the West-End’s finest shows.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
European, Austrian, German
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
020 7499 8558
Website
http://thedelaunay.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Maciej Banas and Regis Negrier
Private party facilities
Interested in private hire? The Delaunay offers 3 unique spaces, suited to all manner of events. More information contact PDR@thedelaunay.com

Location
55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB
Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Temple Underground Covent Garden Underground Holborn Underground
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay
£34.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Afternoon Tea by Regis Negrier - Simplicity and style at The Delaunay: the ultimate ‘art de la table’ The Delaunay’s new Afternoon tea by Regis Negrier our Head Pastry Chef, sums up the spirit of timeless dining. Think classic finger sandwiches, delicate bakes and traditional scones served in style and set to become a cherished weekend ritual. Afternoon tea at The Delaunay is available on Saturdays and Sundays, 3pm-5pm; £34.50 per person; £49.50 including Champagne ‘Please note, we require at least 24 hours notice of any dietary requirements before the date of your booking, to ensure we can accommodate you’
The Delaunay Prix-Fixe
£34.75 per person
Multiple dates available
Available all day, The Delaunay Prix-Fixe Menu is an ideal option for those after a quick pre- or post-theatre dinner. This set menu is two courses for £29.75 and three courses for £34.75. With a variety of dishes inspired by the grand café tradition of Central Europe, the Prix-Fixe menu has something for everyone.
The Full Haus
£29.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Located in the heart of London’s Theatreland, The Delaunay is perfectly placed for a pre-theatre supper, and our ‘Full Haus’ menu is just the ticket, with 3 courses and a drink for £29.50. The 3-course set menu has been created with all our signature European flair, featuring some of our most popular dishes, such as our Soufflé Swiss and Grilled Spatchcock Chicken. Included in the offer is a glass of house wine, beer, or soft drink. The Full Haus is available Monday – Friday 4:30pm-6pm and from 9pm till Close.

What 3,197 people are saying

The Delaunay 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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

London
European
West End London
European
West End London
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Delaunay offers a delightful dining experience reminiscent of "an upmarket Austrian café." Patrons rave about the "great food, great service, great atmosphere," and the "excellent cocktails." It's a "top class" venue for special occasions, with its "classic grand-salon" ambiance and "wonderful service." Despite occasional minor issues, it remains a "reliable" choice for quality dining in London.

3,197 Reviews

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Karen
Seattle / Eastern Washington8 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food lovely, busy atmosphere, so overall great….service just a bit slow
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Neil
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal and service Good food and drink Clean
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David VIP
London118 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Delaunay is in my top 10 restaurants. This classic grand-salon ticks all the boxes. A Thursday lunchtime and the place is buzzing, staff are well-drilled, professional and busy. My food; Smoked salmon, Weiner Schnitzel and Kaiserschmarm.. perfect! I shall return as soon as I can.
The DelaunayResponded on May 22, 2025
David, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Delaunay! We hope to see you soon!
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Claire
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A gorgeous treat with wonderful service. Always our favourite place to come for schnitzel!
The DelaunayResponded on May 13, 2025
Claire, we're glad you had such a wonderful experience with us! Thank you so much for your positive comments about The Delaunay! We hope to see you soon!
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Steve VIP
London12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of my favourite places to eat. Great food, great service, great atmosphere
The DelaunayResponded on May 8, 2025
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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koke
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Muy apetecible y muy cómodo si vas al teatro por su situación
The DelaunayResponded on June 3, 2025
Koke, thank you so much for the positive review! We're looking forward to your next visit with us!
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Richard VIP
Singapore4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic restaurant. Great food, service, and a very classy ambience.
The DelaunayResponded on May 5, 2025
Richard, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Delaunay! We hope to see you soon!
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Mark
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service. Nice place for an upscale meal.
The DelaunayResponded on May 5, 2025
Mark, we are very happy we could provide you with a positive experience! We hope you have a great day!
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Trevor
London29 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The first thing to say, is that the atmosphere at the restaurant is delightful. It really does feel like you’re in an upmarket Austrian café from decades ago. We started off at the bar with some of their original cocktails, which were very nice. After moving to the table, we went with the Easter specials. Both of us had white asparagus for starters and then one of us had a rack of lamb and the other fried gnocchi in a morel sauce. We finished off with hot cross buns with a caramel sauce. All very nicely prepared and presented. Tasty too. Portions can be quite quite large, so factor that in when making choices! If there is a grumble, it is that it is a little on the pricey side (especially the wine by the glass prices), so treat as a special occasion place would be my recommendation.
The DelaunayResponded on May 5, 2025
Trevor, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Delaunay! We're looking forward to your next visit with us!
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Patrick
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A pre theatre treat, the waiters were wonderful and created a lovely experience for my daughter.
The DelaunayResponded on May 5, 2025
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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FAQs

The Delaunay is rated 4.7 stars by 3197 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

55 Aldwych, London, WC2B 4BB

Additional information

Neighborhood
Covent Garden
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 8:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
European, Austrian, German
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Temple Underground Covent Garden Underground Holborn Underground
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Maciej Banas and Regis Negrier
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, High Tea, Late Night, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://thedelaunay.com/
Phone number
020 7499 8558
Private party facilities
Interested in private hire? The Delaunay offers 3 unique spaces, suited to all manner of events. More information contact PDR@thedelaunay.com

The Delaunay

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Experiences

Afternoon Tea at The Delaunay

The Delaunay Prix-Fixe

The Full Haus

Menu

What 3,197 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is The Delaunay restaurant rated?

Is The Delaunay currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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