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Whitcomb's at the Londoner - Whitcomb's, London, ENG

Whitcomb's

4.4
4.4
837 Reviews
£26 to £40
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
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Welcome to a corner of the French Mediterranean. Nestled between London’s St James and Soho, Whitcomb’s serves modern interpretations of classic dishes found along the sunny stretches of the French and Italian rivieras. Simple yet elegant cuisine, prepared à la minute.

As a West End restaurant, Whitcomb’s is ideal for pre- and post-theatre dining, set just a stone’s throw away from theatres such as the London Coliseum, Gielgud Theatre, Duke of York’s Theatre, and many more. Whitcomb’s also serves a delicious Express Lunch menu, perfect for business lunches or a break from shopping on the nearby Regent Street and Bond Street.

Join us to bask in the sunshine on our summer terrace by Veuve Clicquot, a spot for alfresco dining on Leicester Square, serving Champagne tasting flights, cocktails, oysters and fresh cuisine.
Before your dining experience, we invite you to enjoy a pre-dinner drink in the neighbouring gin bar Joshua's Tavern or in the Japanese rooftop garden, 8 at The Londoner.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 06:30–10:30 Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30 Mon–Fri, Sun 17:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 07:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 12:30–16:45 Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    020 7451 0167
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Leicester Square
  • Cross Street
    Whitcomb Street - Leicester Square
  • Parking details
    Q-Park Leicester Square - 39-41 Whitcomb St, London WC2H 7DT
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus Stations (Piccadilly & Northern line; Bakerloo Lines)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day: Complimentary Glass of Bubbles

    30 Mar 2025 only
    All day dining from 12:30pm to 10pm Celebrate your leading lady with a wonderful French Mediterranean dining experience and a complimentary glass of Gusbourne Blanc de Blancs for Mum. Whether you prefer our à la carte menu or our Sunday Roast, Whitcomb’s is the ultimate setting to indulge and unwind on this special Sunday.
  • Sunday Lunch & Kids Table From £22

    30 Mar 2025 - 4 May 2025
    Perfect for parents who wish to enjoy a leisurely Sunday lunch with a side of supervised entertainment for their little ones, we offer a complimentary, creative children’s corner every Sunday from 12 to 4pm (until 4th May). Between courses, the kids can enjoy crafts, games, and fun table-top activities in the capable, caring hands of the DBS-checked, creative playworkers from The Kids’ Table. Children aged 3 years and upwards are welcome. This complimentary service is available exclusively for our dining guests at Whitcomb’s, and will begin just in time for Mother’s Day on 30th March. Dates: Sunday 30 March | Sunday 6 April | Sunday 13 April | Sunday 20 April | Sunday 27 April | Sunday 4 May Times: 12pm - 4pm
    Sunday Lunch & Kids Table From £22 photo
  • Sunday Roast from £22 + Complimentary Bloody Mary

    £22.00 per person

    1 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2025
    Whether it is a family-style get together of 12 or a table for two, join us at Whitcomb’s for a Sunday lunch between 12-5pm. Reared by Aldens family butchers in Oxfordshire, our French-inspired roasts include a delicious Eastwyke Farm rib of beef and a corn-fed lemon butter chicken, carved at your table, as well as a Portobello mushroom Wellington. Accompanying sides suffuse the classics with a hint of Whitcomb’s personality. Think red wine jus, cauliflower gratin, roast potatoes, and a selection of seasonal vegetables, all supplied by premium greengrocer Le Marché. Pair your meal with excellent wines and enjoy our complimentary 14-ingredient Bloody Mary to get the senses tingling. Our Sunday roast starts at £22, and additional items may incur an extra cost.
    Sunday Roast from £22 + Complimentary Bloody Mary photo

What 837 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
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Whitcomb's offers "delicious food" in a "beautifully decorated" setting ideal for pre-theatre dining. Guests appreciate the "excellent service," especially from standout staff like Barbara. Though some find portions small, the menu is praised for "interesting and unusual" dishes. The ambiance is "lovely," making it a memorable dining experience.

837 Reviews
  1. andrew

    London1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and ambience were good and carafe of white wine reasonably priced but pre dinner drinks were ridiculously over priced. (£44 for 2 aperol spritz)

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  2. Marino

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brilliant service, any request we had , the staff was happy with it. Flavours of food was Top ,great quality of fish, Nice environment and helpful staff.

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  3. R

    Warwickshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service, wonderful wine! This is our second meal at the Whitcomb and it never disappoints.

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  4. The Gastronaut VIP

    London131 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we stepped into Whitcomb's, it was clear we were in for an exceptional experience. Despite arriving earlier than our booking time, the staff were incredibly accommodating and managed to seat us without any fuss—a gesture that set the tone for the evening. The warm and friendly greeting from every member of the team made us feel immediately welcome. The atmosphere inside the restaurant was great—an elegant mix of sophistication and vibrancy that created the perfect backdrop for our evening. I can honestly say it exceeded every expectation. I loved every second of it, and I can’t wait to return. This restaurant is an absolute must-visit for anyone seeking a great dining experience in a fabulous hotel.

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  5. The Gastronaut VIP

    London131 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our visit to Whitcombs was thoroughly enjoyed. Excellent service from the friendly and informative waiting staff, especially Sneha. I enjoyed the Rock Oysters and the Yellowtail Carpaccio. I can also recommend the Dover Sole. We look forward to our next visit when staying at The Londoner! Highly recommended!

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  6. Laura

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable- good service and set menu was excellent value

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  7. Paula

    West Sussex2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A fab experience from entering to leaving. We were greeted, sat in a quiet corner as requested. Our server Barbara was outstanding. She settled us, got drinks, advised on meal content, was friendly, polite, helpful and efficient. The food was superb, metiterranean modern with a sharing ethos, although my husband wasn't going to share his chocolate dessert! We ate the baby chicken, sea bass, bean salad, green salad, layered potato chips, rose and blackberry sponge and chocolate fondant with a dulcey filling. Everything cleared except 3 pieces of lettuce! Coffee to finish. We didn't feel hurried or kept waiting. Food delivery was timely given it is all cooked a la moment. The rest rooms are an experience in themselves. My first time with a heated toilet seat!!

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  8. Irina

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always delicious food, friendly staff and nice atmosphere. Had a great time with friends! Thanks a lot.

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  9. Krista

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience! Probably the best dining experience we’ve had to date. The staff are all super friendly and the food was amazing too! It was the perfect place to dine before going to see Phantom of the Opera. We will be back for sure.

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  10. Tom

    Northampton11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sunday Roast was ABSOLUTLEY AMAZING! Definitely try the roast beef it was cooked to perfection and sooooooo tasty. No need for starters as the main course was more than ample and the desserts............. Well!! Service was impeccable and not rushed and the ambience in the restaurant made you feel so relaxed. We will DEFINATLEY be returning!! 5*

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FAQs

Whitcomb's is rated 4.4 stars by 837 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Whitcomb's

38 Leicester Square, London, ENG WC2H 7DX

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Whitcomb Street - Leicester Square
  • Area
    Leicester Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 06:30–10:30 Mon–Fri 12:00–14:30 Mon–Fri, Sun 17:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 07:30–11:00 Sat, Sun 12:30–16:45 Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Q-Park Leicester Square - 39-41 Whitcomb St, London WC2H 7DT
  • Public transit
    Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus Stations (Piccadilly & Northern line; Bakerloo Lines)
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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