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Olea Social, London, London

Olea Social

4.0
4
68 Reviews
£26 to £40
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
The longest happy hour in Covent Garden.
Welcome to Olea Social, a place for food lovers and like minded people to come together and share experiences, throughout the day and long into the night. Our chef has crafted a unique Mediterranean menu with ingredients and flavours from the area. Using timeless cooking techniques and authentic flavours all served with a modern twist.
We cater to diverse dietary needs with our gluten-free and halal options, ensuring everyone can savour our delicious offerings. Families are warmly welcomed, with a dedicated kids menu that guarantees a delightful experience for our younger guests. For those with evening plans, our Pre-Theatre Menu provides a perfect start to a memorable night.
Cocktail enthusiasts will appreciate our extensive selection, available from 3-8pm.
Our restaurant features large tables perfect for hosting truly big parties, and a terrace where you can sip a drink while witnessing beautiful sunsets.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–23:30 Sat, Sun 09:30–23:30
  • Phone number
    020 3149 1016
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have 3 spaces: the bar area up to 55 standing/45 seated, The Garden- 110 seated/150 standing. The lounge 45 seated/60 standing
  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Covent Garden, Leicester square, Soho, Charing Cross
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Lunch Menu. Served 12:00-16:00 every day

    £19.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Savour the vibrant tastes and aromas of the the Mediterranean region with a carefully curated selection of dishes, featuring fresh ingredients and traditional recipes crafted with a modern twist. Served 12:00-16:00 every day.
    Lunch Menu. Served 12:00-16:00 every day photo

What 68 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Olea Social shines with "great food" and a "lovely atmosphere," ideal for pre-theatre dining. Guests commend the "helpful staff" and "stylish decor." Centrally located, the restaurant offers a "happy vibe" and "good value" pre-theatre menu. While some service issues arise, numerous patrons pledge to "definitely be back."

68 Reviews
  1. Ella

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service was subpar. I came for a dinner on Valentine’s Day with some of my friends and the servers gave us awful looks when we asked to split the check. Service was terrible and the servers are not knowledgeable on their own menu.
    Olea SocialResponded today
    Hi Ella, Thank you for your feedback. We're really sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. We strive to offer great service and an enjoyable atmosphere, especially on special occasions like Valentine's Day. We’ll address your concerns with the team to improve for the future. We hope you'll give us another chance to deliver a better experience.

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  2. Joanna

    London

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service, quiet and comfortable seating and food came promptly
    Olea SocialResponded today
    Hi Joanna, Thank you for your kind review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the service, seating, and prompt food. We hope next time we can earn that 5-star rating from you! Looking forward to welcoming you back soon. 😊

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  3. Bronwen

    London

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food, great atmosphere, good level of background music providing ambiance but letting you talk easily but service appalling.
    Olea SocialResponded today
    Hi Bronwen, Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We're glad you enjoyed the food and atmosphere. Could you let us know what specifically was wrong with the service? We really want to address it, as we believe the experience should be great when all elements come together. Looking forward to hearing from you!

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  4. Lyndsey

    London

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Got the lunch menu - 2 courses for £19.50, which was great value. Loved the round tables - they really allowed everyone to talk better. The staff were also very courteous and helpful.
    Olea SocialResponded 5 days ago
    Thank you, Lyndsey! We're glad you enjoyed your visit. Big tables and big groups are our speciality, and yes, we have plenty of round tables for great conversation. Hope to see you again soon.

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  5. Jamie

    VIP

    London

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Lovely meal, nice restaurant. Not much of an atmosphere but still nice overall.
    Olea SocialResponded on 3 February 2025
    Hi Jamie, thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the meal at Olea Social Covent Garden. We appreciate your thoughts on the atmosphere—what do you think we could add to make it feel more lively? We’re always looking for ways to improve and would love to hear your suggestions. Hope to welcome you again soon! 🌿

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  6. Ecem

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ★★★★★ Great food, lovely atmosphere, and fair prices. The staff was friendly and welcoming—will definitely be back!
    Olea SocialResponded on 29 January 2025
    Thank you, Ecem, for your lovely review! We're so happy you enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. If you’re ever in need of a pre-theatre meal, we offer a delicious two-course option for just £26.50—perfect before your show! Looking forward to welcoming you again soon! 😊🌿

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  7. Emma Louise

    London

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was tasty, however, our mains took nearly an hour to arrive.
    Olea SocialResponded on 3 February 2025
    Hi Emma, thanks for your feedback! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the tasty Mediterranean food at Olea Social Covent Garden. We’re sorry to hear about the wait for your mains – we understand how important timely service is and will work with our team to improve this. We pride ourselves on serving fresh, high-quality dishes and appreciate your comments. Hope to welcome you again soon! 🌿

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  8. Annette

    London

    38 reviews

    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    They were really good with allergies, good menu, friendly just a little slow service. But overall would recommend very central, good value and food good.
    Olea SocialResponded on 27 January 2025
    Hi Annette, thanks for the lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food and found our allergy-friendly options helpful. Apologies for the slight delay in service, we’ll work on improving that. Hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Michelle

    VIP

    London

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 21 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely dining room, good service and perfect for pre theatre.

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  10. Alison

    London

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Very slow service, food was ok but nothing special for the price.
    Olea SocialResponded on 20 January 2025
    Hi Alison, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience wasn't up to standard. We always strive for great service and quality, so we'll certainly look into your comments. We hope you'll give us another chance soon! Best, The Olea Social Team

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FAQs

Olea Social is rated 4 stars by 68 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Olea Social

10 Upper St Martin's Ln, London, London WC2H 9FB

Additional information

  • Area
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–23:30 Sat, Sun 09:30–23:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Turkish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Covent Garden, Leicester square, Soho, Charing Cross
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 3149 1016
  • Private party facilities
    We have 3 spaces: the bar area up to 55 standing/45 seated, The Garden- 110 seated/150 standing. The lounge 45 seated/60 standing
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