Olea Social

I went to Olea to celebrate my birthday and not only did I have delicious food, but the service was like none other. All the waiters were fantastic and then to top things off I left a shopping bag in the restaurant and one of the waitresses Charla ran after me to give me my bag. I was a few streets away so was amazed that she ran the whole way to find me…how incredible! Will 100% come back! Give Charla a raise 👏

Delicious food, great flavours! I had the monk fish and it was so meaty and delicious. Lovely atmosphere and mood lighting. Thank you Juner for great service!

food was delicious and service was excellent! staff were very attentive and helpful, cannot recommend enough

We organised a bachelorette dinner at Olea Social for about 12 girls and we went with the £55 set menu option. Shefki was incredible in answering all my questions and tailoring the menu to suit our needs as we wanted to switch some veggie options around. Starters, mains and dessert was so delicious. Great food and great ambience too. Will definitely be back!

A great place with great food and great people! We had a 40-person booking made about a week or two before the agreed date. Our assigned co-ordinator, Shefki, made sure everything was in order and accommodated. Many different dietary requirements and orders, but the team prepared and brought the food out in good time - and in large batches so we were able to eat all together. Food was delicious, we had a great time here. Thank you Shefki and the team!

Great eatery. Monk fish was superb as was lamb kofta. We didn't think the chicken tagine was as good. Hugo spritz was delicious but small. Service was very polite and quiet. Gave us plenty of time to catch up. Good supply of water in a jug!

My friend and I needed a proper girls catch up, and what could possibly top a Sunday lunch? As usual, we went hunting for a new spot on First Table and the lovely pictures of Olea Social practically begged us to book. It was a warm and bright day, so we settled outside, feeling quite pleased with ourselves. We ordered a few plates to share and a main each, all helped along by a couple of wines and mocktails. The prawns with mushrooms were genuinely delicious, and the sausage with hummus and focaccia did not last long on the table. My friend chose the lamb kofta while I went for the chicken tajine, which turned out wonderfully tender and full of flavour. To round things off, we bravely tackled a chocolate fondant which, in theory, should have melted beautifully. In reality, it seemed to have had a long and reflective moment in the oven, so no dramatic chocolate river for us. Even so, we had a lovely lunch. No rushing, no fuss, and despite being right in the heart of London, the outdoor seating felt surprisingly calm. Absolutely worth a visit.

+5

Lovely dining experience in central London! Olea Social has a very extensive choice of food and drink, but I highly recommend the monkfish as it was so flavourful and the sauce is a perfect pairing. The grilled meat was also good and generous portions. Had calamari and halloumi for starters which also tasted great but the portions were a little bit on the smaller size. Service was attentive, and the interior is very welcoming.

Beautiful restaurant perfect for a pre-theatre feast! Excellent range of Middle Eastern dishes - including plenty of options for vegetarian customers. The food itself was absolutely delicious - the meat was incredibly tender and had a beautiful flavour. Was impressed by all the food I ate - the lamb liver (which was a first try for me) was absolutely delicious, the seafood pasta was sweet and flavoursome, with a generous selection of prawn and crab, and the baklava - although i was very full by then - was fantastic! The staff were extremely accommodating, both with halal food and with a nut allergen. I also noticed that they have a separate menu for gluten free customers, amongst other things. Food and drink arrived within good time and the interiors was also stunning! Would absolutely recommend and return!

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Went using the first table app, which was such a save. The food was delicious! My personal favourites were the sucuk beef sausages and the mix grill ( the lamb was so flavourful!). Went with my parents and they loved it (they are usually very picky). Definitely, would recommend!

Celebrated a birthday with a large party of 17! Busy Christmas time, the restaurant was very loud. Food was served very quickly with amazing drinks. Lamb shank was cooked to perfection. Overall very pretty restaurant with great food!

Lovely place nestled on a corner in covent garden, as med Turkish places go the food options are not dissimilar but the way the food is prepared and the way it tastes is what makes the differences, well seasoned, subtle tastes mixed with herby flavours from the mezze. It was halal except for the sirloin beef which is not sourced through a halal butcher, the owner advised all else is

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We booked a table here for 12 people for dinner as part of a hen do. The manager and her team were very kind and accommodating - they hung up decorations and beautifully decorated the table with items (we’d brought in advance) before our group arrived from our previous activity. The restaurant had a lively but classy atmosphere and all staff made the bride-to-be feel special. Both the starters and mains were very tasty and as part of the pre-theatre menu, was very good value.They allowed us to bring a celebratory cake and eat it in the restaurant and allowed us to stay a bit longer than the original booking. Would highly recommend!

I had an incredible experience at Olea Social. The food was genuinely one of the most delicious in the neighbourhood—fresh, flavourful and beautifully presented. The whole evening was elevated even more by the restaurant team. The manager was exceptionally attentive and made us feel truly welcomed from the moment we arrived. We were even offered a complimentary baklava, which was both a lovely gesture and absolutely delicious! A special shout-out to Zehra, whose professionalism, warm attitude and thoughtful suggestions really stood out. She checked on us at the right moments and made the experience feel personal and memorable. The rest of the staff were also friendly and smiley, which tripled the joy of the evening. Highly recommended. We will definitely be coming back! 🌟

I had the ribeye steak with potatoes and cafe Paris sauce amongst other dishes. The order came super fast, the staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. The food is the best I've had in years. The music and the atmosphere at this place full of customers of various interests is delightful and relaxing. Would recommend to all of my friends. I enjoyed the food so much that I ordered twice the main course. Absolutely phenomenal!

First visit here and definitely won't be the last. One of those places where you end up very pleasantly surprised at just how good it is. Service was good, restaurant is really well laid out also with a nice outdoor area. But where it really excels is the flavour of the food. Every single things we ate was honestly amazing! Loved it. Price wise we thought it was quite reasonable. Sad it was a little quiet but with food like this that won't last long. Thank you Olea Social

I want to start with praising the service here which is absolutely amazing 10/10 for that u really feel welcomed by the staff, now coming to the food which is really yum be it the staters mains or the desserts everything is delicious.

Had the mezse platter. It isn't on the menu but super solid! Great to taste kofte, falafel, halomi, and lots more. Fun drinks and great service too! Good service.

The food was fantastic! Fresh, well cooked and delicious. I wish there could be more octopus as that was a main dish and I felt there was way more potato than octopus on the plate. The other dishes we ordered were of generous size and very tasty! So were the desserts - chocolate fondant and basque cheesecake. The atmosphere is lovely and I am looking forward to coming back.

I recently visited Olea Social, and it was such a gem of a spot! The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for catching up with friends or enjoying a cozy evening out. Their Mediterranean-inspired menu was full of fresh, flavorful dishes, and everything I tried was absolutely delicious. The staff were incredibly friendly and made the experience even better. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel at home while indulging in amazing food!

Beautiful restaurant with delicious food. The staff were prompt and polite. There is plenty of space for singles, pairs, and small groups. I had prawn croquetas, octopus a feira, and an apple tart. All food was presented beautifully.

Very good place.. Clean and safe. Waiter Mert is so kind and fast thank you. Pasta is so delicious love it!

The most amazing food and drinks you’ll ever have in London! And they have a happy hour which is amazing and makes it so affordable, and the drinks are stunnnnn Definitely recommend xx

the place is so cute , decided to sit on the inside hut you can still have an open view to the outside. Very charming atmosphere . We had an amazing waitress ( shout out to Zehra 😍🥰), I ordered the stake which was very tender and beautifully done, my wrist hurt so I’ve asked if they could cut my stake for me and she did, she was so incredibly nice and we had an incredible time.

Great cosy place very comfortable. Nice menu with some interesting selections, all meals were delicious and well priced. Great cocktails and wine selection, fantastic friendly service! A beautiful dinner enjoyed

Delicious food, lamb kofka and baklava were superb! Friendly service especially as I was eating alone! Quiet on a week night but still positive enough atmosphere!

Very impressive service. Informed the staff that we were under time pressure and our group of six was served within 15 minutes of sitting down. Excellent food and our children received complimentary drinks which I really appreciated. Would highly recommend.

Utterly delicious versions of staples like hummus, kofte and baba ganoush - delicate flavoring and fine textures. The atmosphere is lively without being too loud to talk, and I had a Georgian wine that was new to me that I really enjoyed. Worth checking out!

I would like to commend the restaurant's exceptional service; the food quality was amazing as expected. This is not my first visit, as I have always grown accustomed to you providing a very high standard of quality and delicious taste. What truly distinguishes this place is the professionalism of the staff; they are extremely kind and professional, making you feel right at home. The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming

I was so pleased to have dinner here! The food was amazing. I ordered the chicken shish, and it was juicy and full of flavour. Jale served us, and her service was excellent. She checked on us several times to make sure we had everything we needed. It was also my friend’s birthday, and they kindly offered complimentary food and celebrated with us so sincerely. Thank you, Jale! We’ll definitely come here again.

Took my girlfriend here for a Valentine’s Day meal and it was incredible! Some of the best food I have ever eaten! Would highly recommend the mixed grill! Our server was Janer, who was super friendly and made the whole experience super memorable!

Great food and very generous portions – excellent value for money. Mert and Gulcin were really friendly and helpful throughout. A lovely touch with the complimentary shots at the end. Would happily return.

Well done Olea Social and Şevki! I booked the private garden area for my partners 40th and the venu and staff were incredible. We were a party of 18 and everyone had a fantastic time. The food was excellent but the staff really made the event. Şevki and he team pulled out all the stops even setting up a impromptu champagne table to welcome our guests as they arrived. Sometimes London restaurants can be unfriendly so to find such fun and welcoming staff at Olea Social really made the event for us. We will absolutely be back and I highly recommend!

Booked a table for 13 people. Great food, nice vibe, good noise level. Service was a bit slow but otherwise great.

Great place for a dinner. Food was succulent and well prepared. The menu was limited but well thought of. Service was a bit iffy however. even though it was not a busy night the starter arrived after main dishes were served. they immediately offered it on the house to make amends which was fine with us as we were not starving. So even though they made a genuine mistake, they rectified it immediately. Overall, highly recommended for a Mediterranean style meal.

Olea Social is such a gem! Every single cocktail we tried was amazing, but the pornstar martinis are to die for ,easily some of the best I’ve ever had. The decor is absolutely beautiful and creates the perfect vibe for a night out. On top of that, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We were even treated to shots on the house, which was such a nice surprise. Five stars all around , can’t wait to come back! 🍸✨

Lovely atmosphere, we were able to eat and chat comfortably with family. The food and drinks were great, and we were able to stay for around three hours without feeling rushed. The only slight issue was that whenever we wanted to order another course or drinks, one of us had to get up and find a member of staff. Other than that, I had a really lovely evening and meal.

Great interior design, good location and not too busy. All the waiters were in nice uniforms and everything seemed very organized. We got the mezze and vegan pumpkin I think. It was all good, but very oily. I would have liked more spices in the different dishes and maybe 2 falafels and köfte, as it only came with one of each. The Baba ganoush and hummus should have had more garlic as it was totally absent in both. Presentation was very nice though!

The food was okay but nothing memorable. It felt like there was little attention to flavor, freshnes. The menu had a very limited selection, and the overall quality didn’t meet expectations. Customer service could definitely be improved our waitress came across as passively aggressive, seemed impatient, and forgot parts of our order, which was frustrating. I’m not sure if this was due to the day of the week or how busy the restaurant was at the time, but overall the service and food quality felt subpar. On a positive note, the manager was very kind and understanding, which we really appreciated. With a better menu, improved food quality, and more consistent service, this restaurant has the potential to be much better.

I don’t usually leave reviews, but after visiting for Valentine’s Day I felt I should share our experience. We had an extremely long wait for our food, to the point that we ended up leaving before our main courses even arrived. Our waitress was lovely and kept apologising to us and the surrounding tables — she looked very stressed, which wasn’t nice to see. The cocktails were great, and the service from her personally was friendly and attentive. Thanks to Rosin. Unfortunately, the long wait really let the evening down, especially on a special occasion. We left still hungry, which was disappointing.

I visited using the First Table 50% discount. The restaurant was quiet since it was a Monday, but it still took exactly one hour for our main dishes to arrive. The food was decent, but quite overpriced for the portion size — even with the discount, the bill came to £75 for two people.

I recently dined at this restaurant with high expectations, but the experience ultimately fell short. Overall, the food was disappointingly average. While the flavors were balanced, they were also bland and lacked any real depth or creativity. Nothing on the menu stood out, and each dish felt predictable and uninspired. The presentation was tidy but generic, giving the impression of minimal effort rather than thoughtful execution. Although the ingredients seemed fresh and everything was cooked properly, proper cooking alone isn’t enough to make a meal memorable. The seasoning was flat, and the dishes failed to leave any lasting impression. Portion sizes were underwhelming for the price, adding to the sense that the experience didn’t offer much value. The service was polite and efficient, and the atmosphere was comfortable enough. However, good service cannot compensate for food that feels forgettable and lacks personality. In the end, this restaurant delivers a meal that is edible but uninspiring. With so many stronger dining options available, it’s difficult to justify returning.

Restaurant was almost empty, we booked a table online but it wasn’t needed. The restaurant is very big, I wondered if it is ever full. Service was friendly. Prices were “London” level. Food was below average. Muscles had no flavour, presumably frozen. Prawns had no flavour, presumably frozen. Fish was okay, but be careful, many bones. Cauliflower wasn’t okay. Luckily the desserts were good, but strangely the chocolate one was cold. Disappointed by the meal

Staff were attentive, and restaurant is well decorated but food is disappointing. We ordered the spinach/feta pide and it was burnt and too oily. At first I thought it was the way they cooked it but then the table next to us got a normal looking pide-not burnt. The rice pudding is ok but £9 is just a rip off. Overall, over priced for small quantities. I wouldn’t recommend

Utter disappointment. Big boy prices, fun size food. 11 GBP for octopus starter consisting of perhaps a third of a tentacle and three small potatoes. That truly sucks. 17 GBP for pide just bigger than my palm. Another 16 GBP for a goat cheese salad with very very conservative amounts of its namesake ingredient. Oliver Twist would feel at home here. Every plate looks like a portion for toddler. I said to them - when they asked - that the food was decent but portions are ridiculously small for the price. Instead of empathy and perhaps an offer of dessert or coffee which would have mitigated the situation somewhat and, I was told it is actually cheap in comparison to what is around. The lady welcoming us into the restaurant was nice and graceful and gave us a nice corner table. All downhill from there, including the brutish in-denial and untrained manner of the staff inside. They were unfazed when I said I would not come back, insisting the food was good value. My take away is they did not care and do not deserve anyone's custom.

Bad dinner experience in London! Upon arrival we asked if the kitchen was still open to serve the dinner; they said open till 11 pm, no problem so we ordered appetizers, two tunas and one swordfish. If you don't have the fresh produce to serve, just state that you are out of it. The swordfish was evidently just defrosted and was full of water not fresh, and one of the tuna was full of tendons. What was shocking was that the server continued to say it was fresh. No points to argue; at the end, he took the tuna out of the bill. It's quite surprising how they got such good reviews.

Came here for Valentine’s Day looking forward to it. Orders were taken and drinks arrived after 20 minutes. Then proceeded to wait 2 hours for Bread to come out stone cold and without the butter it was meant to come with. 2 and a half hours later still no starters other than the cold bread so we had to leave. Only saving grace was the drinks and bread were comped, but overall waiting that long and without any updates from servers was unacceptable