Osteria Del Mare

Name: Osteria Del Mare
Address: 366 Strand, London, Greater London, United Kingdom, WC2R 0JF
Telephone: 020 7499 4510
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.4

4.4

82 Reviews

£26 to £40

Seafood

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for groups
Great for fine wines

Inspired by the coastal charm of Forte dei Marmi, Osteria Del Mare brings an authentic Italian seafood experience to Covent Garden. Located on The Strand in Central London, this elegant yet relaxed restaurant is the latest venture from the award-winning Bocconcino Restaurant group, crowned Best Luxury Restaurant at the 2023 British Restaurant Awards.
Led by acclaimed Chef Matteo Massafra, Osteria Del Mare showcases signature dishes like Moscardini in Red Wine Sauce and Paccheri with Red Mullet, alongside a large fresh seafood display, where guests can select from the daily catch. Paired with fine wines and crafted cocktails, each dish highlights the finest ingredients, celebrating Italy’s rich coastal traditions. Perfect for intimate dinners or special occasions, Osteria Del Mare offers a taste of Italian seaside luxury in the heart of London.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
020 7499 4510
Website
https://bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk/osteriadelmare
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Matteo Massafra

Location
366 Strand, London, Greater London WC2R 0JF
Neighbourhood
Covent Garden
Parking details
None
Public transit
Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Temple
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Experiences

Lunch Set Menu | 2/3 courses from £24
£24.00 - £28.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Discover the vibrant flavours of the sea with our lunch set menu. Choose from fresh starters, including salmon tartare or rockfish soup, followed by hand-crafted spinach and ricotta ravioli or perfectly grilled salmon steak. Finish with a selection of ice cream or sorbet or a classic tiramisu. Enjoy 2 courses for £24 or 3 courses for £28. T&Cs: Extras, drinks and service charge will be added to the final bill.
Theatre Menu | 2/3 course from £30
£30.00 - £35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Elevate your pre-theatre dining with our elegant menu. Start with a refreshing Niçoise salad, enjoy silky risotto al nero and salmon, and finish with tan indulging vanilla meringue cake. 2 courses for £30 or 3 courses for £35 - perfect dinner before your evening out. T&Cs: Extras, drinks and service charge will be added to the final bill.
Seafood Brunch with Bottomless Fizz | from £45pp
£45.00 - £65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for brunch at Osteria del Mare, where seafood and Italian flavours take centre stage! Start with a sharing shrimp platter, then choose from oysters, fried calamari, or smoked salmon bruschetta. Enjoy a classic pizza to share and sip on bottomless Prosecco, Aperol Spritz, or Champagne. With a live DJ setting the mood, your weekend plans are sorted! Want more? Indulge in extra dishes like Eggs Royale with red caviar or fresh crab claws. Brunch just got an upgrade—book now! Bottomless brunch is available from 12pm to 5pm, with the last booking at 3:30pm. Extras and service charge will be added to the final bill.

What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

West End (London)
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria Del Mare delights with "fantastic food" and "wonderful, warm" service. Known for its "authentic Italian cuisine," guests rave about the "perfectly cooked seafood" and "homemade pasta." Its location is ideal for theater-goers, offering a "great set menu." Despite occasional service hiccups, its "charming atmosphere" makes it a must-visit.

82 Reviews

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Anna
VIP
London
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This wonderful little restaurant in the city has the best seafood dishes, my friend and I went back three times in the last 2 days for the same pasta with mullet sauce. The staff were wonderfully welcoming. Thank you! Highly recommended.
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CHLOE
London
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. The food was promptly served and of excellent quality. The staff were very friendly too. The restaurant was very clean and the nice polite manager Silvia was a bonus too.
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Chris
VIP
London
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and food was unreal! We had the seafood pizza and the swardfish carpaccio with a couple of drinks. Authentic Italian meal, with Italian staff.
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Andrea
London
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A well made lunch menu with fresh ingredients This restaurant has a breathtaking service style. It’s not easy to find these nice spots around the central areas, these guys are putting allot of effort on quality and getting regulars. Great place to visit.
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ALFREDO
VIP
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent fresh and homemade tasty pizzas and salads. A diamond in the rough and such a find! Highly recommend a visit as the staff are welcoming and friendly.
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Gregory
VIP
London
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I stumbled upon this restaurant on opentable by accident and what a great discovery we made. The service was very good, the food excellent and the prices very competitive. It is a really wonderful little restaurant and I would happily recommend it.
Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
Dear Gregory, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We're so happy you and your wife discovered us by chance and had such a great experience. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the service, food, and prices. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’d love to welcome you back again anytime!
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Will
VIP
London
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
100000/10!! Could not ask for a better place to come , have food and enjoy a amazing vibe with sensational staff who are very helpful and welcoming. All round amazing place to come with friends and family, lunch menu its one of the best in value in Central London! Great work!!
Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
Dear Will, Wow, thank you for the incredible review! We're so happy to hear that you had such an amazing time with us. It's great to know you enjoyed the food, the vibe, and our welcoming staff. We’re especially glad you found our lunch menu to be such great value in Central London! We truly appreciate your support and can’t wait to welcome you, your friends, and family back again soon!
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Michael
VIP
London
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly hands down from the greeting to the paying the bill the service was the best I’ve ever received, thanks to the wonderful Silvia, this is the best place to eat or even just to drink and vibes at. Staff are brilliant savi and Happy are great people including the younger gent who has some great manners. THIS IS A MUST GO TO!!!
Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
Dear Micheal, Wow, thank you so much for such a glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic experience from start to finish. Silvia and the rest of the team will be so happy to hear your kind words. It’s wonderful to know that you enjoyed the atmosphere and the service. We truly appreciate your recommendation and can’t wait to welcome you back for another great time!
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Richard
VIP
London
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely fresh home made pizza dough, maybe the best outside Italy I have tasted. My pizza had lovely spicy salami and fresh mozzarella and my wife, the most lovely truffle pasta. The swardfish carpaccio great and so fresh . Wine reasonably priced and very good quality. We finished our meal with a home made tiramisu and treated to a limoncello shot. The staff were really friendly, attentive and helpful. Inside is clean, air conditioned with a warm chilled vibe. Wish we had found it on our first night not our last. There is nothing not to like about this place. The chef certainly knows his food and how to present it. Well deserved 5*!
Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
Dear Richard, Thank you so much for the amazing review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed everything from the fresh homemade pizza dough to the truffle pasta, and that the swordfish carpaccio was a hit! It’s great to know that the wine and dessert (with the bonus limoncello!) were just as satisfying. We're also happy that the atmosphere and our team made your experience special. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope that next time, you'll be able to visit us on the first night! Looking forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal.
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alex
VIP
London
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was second to none , nothing too much trouble , great food lovely inside interior, seafood pasta with myllet its a must and oysters are really good quality. We’ll be back soo!
Osteria Del MareResponded 7 days ago
Dear Alex, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that our service and food impressed you. The seafood pasta with mussels and oysters are definitely favorites, and we're thrilled you enjoyed them. We can't wait to welcome you back soon for another great experience!
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FAQs

Osteria Del Mare is rated 4.4 stars by 82 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

366 Strand, London, Greater London WC2R 0JF

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Covent Garden
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
Covent Garden, Charing Cross, Temple
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matteo Massafra
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine

Website
https://bocconcinorestaurant.co.uk/osteriadelmare
Phone number
020 7499 4510

Osteria Del Mare

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Lunch Set Menu | 2/3 courses from £24

Theatre Menu | 2/3 course from £30

Seafood Brunch with Bottomless Fizz | from £45pp

Menu

What 82 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Osteria Del Mare restaurant rated?

Is Osteria Del Mare currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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