Olea Social

Name: Olea Social
Address: 10 Upper St Martin's Ln, London, London, United Kingdom, WC2H 9FB
Telephone: 020 3149 1016
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.1

4.1

47 Reviews

£26 to £40

Mediterranean

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

21:00

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Lively
Good for special occasions

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
Website
https://oleasocial.co.uk/
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

Location
10 Upper St Martin's Ln, London, London WC2H 9FB
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. A Choice of Starter In-house smocked salmon, pickled cucumber, garlic yogurt, salmon roe, cucumber sauce or Humus with black olive powder, sesame seeds (V) or Prawn croquetas (2 pcs), ali-oli Choice of Main Lamb kofte skewer, cabbage pickles, ezme and lavash bread or Chicken shish, grilled asparagus and courgette with sumac, smocked cacik and lavash bread or Grilled confit artichoke, seared polenta, chili flakes, crispy garlic (VG)
Christmas Set Menu 1 & 2
£46.00 per person
4 Dec 2024 - 1 Jan 2025
Celebrate Christmas with a Mediterranean twist! Our festive menu is perfect for those who love to share and embrace the joy of togetherness. Think vibrant flavours, fresh ingredients, and dishes designed to be enjoyed with friends and family. A refreshing alternative to the traditional Christmas feast!

Fresh Pasta£11.50
Pappadrelle with home-made tomato sauce
Grilled Chicken Shish£11.50
Charcoal grilled marinated chicken cubes served with chips
Lamb Kofte£11.50
Juicy, bite-sized meatballs made with tender lamb, grilled to perfection for a deliciously fun meal that kids will love
Beef Pepperoni Pide/Flat Bread £11.50
Stone oven baked pide/flat bread topped with pepperoni and cheddar

What 47 people are saying

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4Service
4.1Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

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Olea Social offers a delightful Mediterranean dining experience with "excellent food" and a prime location perfect for pre-theatre meals. Patrons appreciate the "friendly and attentive staff" and the vibrant atmosphere. Though some found portions small, the diverse menu and enticing happy hour cocktails add to its charm.

47 Reviews

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Lazaros
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Tasty food, good portions! Kids friendly! Definitely would recommend it!
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Sujith
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We booked a table for Christmas day lunch ... might as well have eaten at a kebab shop. The food was nothing inspiring for the price charged per person.
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Irina
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great, thank a lot. all my clients were satisfied
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Zaynab
London
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Was a great team Christmas meal. Food was nice & we were able to choose from al a Carte menu rather than the set which was good!
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Constance
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a lovely restaurant, loved the decor + ambiance. Staff were lovely and so helpful. Food was timed well considering we were a big group. Great restaurant for big bookings.
Olea SocialResponded on 11 December 2024
Thank you, Constance, for such a glowing review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the décor, ambiance, and service. It's fantastic that the food timing worked well for your group – we always aim to accommodate larger gatherings seamlessly. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable visit! 😊
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Mark
London
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
They did not understand the need for efficiency with a pre-theatre menu, no matter how many time this was reinforced. The food was nice but totally overpriced. There have been many different restaurants at this venue and based on this experience, the latest occupant won’t stay long either.
Olea SocialResponded on 11 December 2024
Dear Mark, Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear you found our pre-theatre menu expensive and apologise if the timing of your experience didn’t meet your expectations. At £26.50 for two courses, including dishes like seabream fillet or chicken shish, we feel it offers great value for the quality of ingredients and care we put into our food. We’ll take your comments on board and strive to make every visit as enjoyable as possible
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Myriam
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is delicious and generous while being delicate. Athmosphere, staff and service are impeccable.
Olea SocialResponded on 11 December 2024
Thank you, Myriam, for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed our generous yet delicate dishes and found the atmosphere and service impeccable. Your kind words mean so much to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful experience soon! 🌟
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Ray
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a delightful experience we had tonight. We had a booking for 20 people, with the food, drinks and service being exceptional!
Olea SocialResponded on 4 December 2024
Dear Ray! Thank you so much for your kind words—it truly melts our hearts to hear comments like this! We're so glad you all had such a brilliant time. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! 😊
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Jane
VIP
London
63 reviews
3.0
63 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
This should be a really good restaurant, with a good menu, great location and lively decor but it was very disappointing. Despite the high volume of waiting staff, service was dreadful. One of our table had to wait 10 minutes longer than everyone else to get their main. In fairness, the manager then deducted this from our bill, but only after we had chased four waiting staff. The food itself was fine but the dishes came with only tiny amounts of vegetables, despite the expectation from the menu (there was only one slice of courgette with my halloumi). With better management, this could be a good venue but currently it does not impress.
Olea SocialResponded on 4 December 2024
Dear Jane, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations. We appreciate your kind words about our menu, location, and decor, and we take your comments about the service and portions seriously. Regarding the halloumi dish, it’s actually one of our starters, where the vegetables are intended as a garnish to complement the dish, much like other small-plate offerings. We’re sorry if this wasn’t clear from the menu and will take this on board for improvement. We’re glad the manager was able to resolve the issue with the delayed main, but we apologise that it required persistence on your part. Your feedback is invaluable as it helps us refine both our service and guest experience.
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Stephanie
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 25 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
My 2 friends and I had a good experience here with the exception of the scallops which were very small and slightly overcooked
Olea SocialResponded on 28 November 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Stephanie. We're glad you and your friends had a good experience overall. We’re sorry to hear the scallops weren’t up to your expectations. While we can’t control their size as they are delivered fresh daily from our trusted fishmongers, we agree that overcooking is not acceptable. Your comments help us improve, and we’ll make sure to address this with the team. We hope to welcome you back soon for a perfect meal.
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Olea Social is rated 4.1 stars by 47 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

21:00

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Website
https://oleasocial.co.uk/
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

Olea Social

Make a booking

Additional information

Experiences

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

Christmas Set Menu 1 & 2

Menu

A choice of main

Fresh Pasta£11.50

Grilled Chicken Shish£11.50

Lamb Kofte£11.50

Beef Pepperoni Pide/Flat Bread £11.50

What 47 people are saying

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