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London
Covent Garden
Olea Social
Olea Social Reviews

Olea Social

International

Dishes priced around£23

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Reviews of Olea Social (35)

Read what people think about Olea Social. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about Olea Social before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about Olea Social and book a table with confidence!

4.8/6

35 reviews

4.8/6

35 reviews

Food:Great
Atmosphere:Pleasant
Service:Great
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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New"Excellent"
6/6
Peter H.2 days ago · 1 review

Food is excellent. Comparable to one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the Detroit Michigan area called Phoenicia. Great service.

"Average"
3/6
Shelley L.19 days ago · 1 review

Quite disappointed . Been to a few Has restaurants before and been delighted . Starters ordered and arrived , but before we had finished the mains arrived ! This isn’t what I’d expected especially as there were only five tables occupied , hardly busy .

"Excellent"
6/6
Helen B.a month ago · 2 reviews

Perfect service. Lovely food. Very handy setting. Could not fault it for pre theatre supper.

"Very good"
5/6
jim w.a month ago · 2 reviews

We were looking for a quick bite after theatre, around 9:15 so expected it would be towards the end of serving but a bit surprised it was soooo quiet. Baba Ganoush and beef pappardelle were excellent, as was the service

"Excellent"
6/6
Jacqui F.a month ago · 1 review

Food was fantastic, great atmosphere. Would definitely go back again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Yvonne G.a month ago · 1 review

Had an absolutely tasty meal, very paired down to a few simple ingredients cooked very, very well. I had the king Fish and my husband had the steak and both were beautifully prepared. Prices in line with anything of its kind in London.

"Very good"
5/6
Danny S.a month ago · 1 review

Great food, staff, super tasty pasta and the decor is right on trend!

"Not good "
2/6
KATERINA B.2 months ago · 1 review

We visited OLEA quite late right after the theater at 22:00 since it is almost next door to St Martins Theater. We were the only customers and even though the service was attentive, it was strange that nobody else was around. Food overall was good but you could sense that the waiters desperately wanted to finish their shift and leave. Cocktails were way below average. When we asked for a taxi they said they did not have any numbers available.

"Good"
4/6
Zoe W.2 months ago · 1 review

We had the pre-theatre menu. Great starters, and the aubergine main was amazing. The chicken main was tiny & not good value.

"Excellent"
6/6
Julia T.2 months ago · 1 review

The food and atmosphere were amazing! The staff were great and were incredibly attentive. I would recommend for any birthday celebrations!

"Excellent"
6/6
bennett m.2 months ago · 2 reviews

Great food - lovely vibes and service and really enjoyed our family meal here.

"Very good"
5/6
Sofia F.2 months ago · 1 review

Yummy food, attentive service, a bit too quiet (but we had an early reservation)

"Excellent"
6/6
Sanja D.3 months ago · 1 review

Me and my 2 friends had the best time at Olea Social. The food, the atmosphere, the service were all wonderful and we will be returning soon. Thank you so much for such a lovely experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sandra C.4 months ago · 1 review

I eat out twice a week, every week, so I do not say this lightly - the food and service here is among the best, EVER. We were made to feel special, the whole evening, and the head waiter (I assume he was) remembered my name throughout. I will always eat here when I go to a show in London. Best tip for anyone reading this - try the crispy pumpkin - out of this world.

"Excellent"
6/6
Nezihe Y.4 months ago · 1 review

Londra da yediğim için iyi yemeklerden birisi idi. menu gayet zengin, tercih edebileceğiniz bir seçenek mutlaka var. Mekanın konumu, ambiyansı, çalışanların nezaketi ve ilgisi mükemmel .

"Good"
4/6
Mauro M.4 months ago · 1 review

We were early and promptly let in. Apps and kids food came out very quick. Children’s pasta had exceptionally spicy sauce which was a bit odd. Adult meals too 70 minutes to come out. With that said our waitress was amazing and kind. She was clearly frustrated with the delays and brought us Prosecco on the house to help make up for things. Food was good overall. Long wait for food but a very nice waitress made up for it.

"Average"
3/6
Paul W.4 months ago · 1 review

Service was very disorganised. Starters arriving separately (10min in between). Serving staff seemed to be on their first night (I hope) as they didn’t appear to know what to do and mostly stood there. With the exception of one lady, our service was disorganised. All polite, but no one seemed to know who was doing what and what to do. On several occasions managers had to step in. Food was good, the restaurant looks lovely, but the experience was negatively impacted by the serving staff.

"Very good"
5/6
inga f.5 months ago · 1 review

Good food and friendly staff. Enjoyed by all at table

"Very good"
5/6
Lorraine W.5 months ago · 1 review

This was the only place we could get a booking at the time and area we needed, so was a tiny bit wary but it was excellent. Lovely food, good service, would happily go again

"Very good"
5/6
Cristina H.5 months ago · 1 review

Good quality food at a reasonable price, in the centre of London, close to the main touristic amenities.

"Very good"
5/6
Christine E S.5 months ago · 1 review

Delicious food, great service from pleasant staff. I would recommend.

"Not good "
2/6
Natalie L.5 months ago · 1 review

Service was bad. Hardly any tables but the waiter got confused over the drinks but didn't check before just putting them down randomly. We asked if the prawn dish had shells and heads on and when he said yes we opted for the fish rice - which had shellfish with shells and heads! Then nobody around when we needed to pay and leave - waiter appeared to be on the phone taking a personal call. Staff needs training. Food ok, not amazing. Nicer food elsewhere in Covent Garden.

"Very good"
5/6
Larissa E.5 months ago · 1 review

The food was amazing, great speed and quality and price. I wish the waitresses were more hospitable they seemed to be upset which is fine but doesn’t feel great but everything else was amazing.

"Good"
4/6
Kevin B.5 months ago · 1 review

Everything was good except the 13.5% discretionary service charge. Because of that we requested the service charge be removed from the bill which was done with graciousness. We left our discertionary tip on the table

"Good"
4/6
Karen M.6 months ago · 2 reviews

Had the pre theatre menu. Very tasty but small portions

"Very good"
5/6
Jennifer M.6 months ago · 1 review

Lovely find for a pre theatre drink & bite will be back

"Good"
4/6
Julie N.6 months ago · 1 review

Food was great but we asked for dessert menu and waited ages. I think they were short staffed and so after our main course we paid and left as we had to be somewhere

"Very good"
5/6
Kimberly M.6 months ago · 2 reviews

Pre-theatre menu is a great deal and very good. Yummy choices.

"Very good"
5/6
Julie D.6 months ago · 3 reviews

Loved this place ! The service and food was excellent.

"Average"
3/6
Quandoo Diner7 months ago · 1 review

Food was good,but staff weren’t very attentive. Also even with glasses on the menu was difficult to read.

"Good"
4/6
Geraldine N.7 months ago · 1 review

Just too noisy to enjoy the meal, the staff are very attentive.

"Excellent"
6/6
Amir S.7 months ago · 1 review

Absolutely amazing food which will not disappoint any taste buds .Highly recommend

"Excellent"
6/6
Helen H.7 months ago · 1 review

Such a fabulous place. Really attentive staff, great food and great location. Didn’t feel rushed at all. Would definitely return and definitely recommend to others.

"Good"
4/6
Georgi S.8 months ago · 1 review

Small portions, pricey, not very attentive staff, food took a while to arrive but it was delicious

"Excellent"
6/6
Quandoo Diner8 months ago · 0 reviews

Best meal I have had in London all week. Dips were the best I've ever tasted. Lamb loins were perfect.