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  • 5/5 Omar D. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow where to start! They are so accommodating as I made a booking for 3 and we were 4 in the end and the host fix it for us. The waitress was so lovely and was so knowledgeable about the menu and the food and thanks for the wine. The food looks great and taste amazing as well don’t let the small plates fool you, so fresh! The hake was cook perfectly. Thanks you again for a lovely evening.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Chet H. 2 years ago on Google
    My 4th visit to Nopi but I'm afraid to say this is the beginning of the end. Food was incredibly bland that lacked adventure. No indulgent dessert option - which is expected for the winter months, just one heavy indulgent option would do. Staff didn't seem too bothered by the feedback either.... Food looks great though.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sô E. 3 months ago on Google • 159 reviews New
    We simply loved the oyster mushrooms and the cauliflower was to die for. We weren't fan of coriander seeds so the buratta wasn't our favorite dish, the desert was simply unique. Very fun experience ! Staff was super helpful and nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Julia S. 2 months ago on Google • 203 reviews New
    Finally made it to one of Ottolenghi's restaurants while I was staying in London and it was all I was hoping for! The sharing concept is something I very much appreciated as it provides you the opportunity to taste several different dishes. We went for 3 vegetarian starters for sharing (Brussel sprouts, cauliflower and celeriac) and for one main each. In hindsight, I would choose more starters instead of the main, as specifically the cauliflower and the celeriac were so delicious that the main was not able to keep up with that. Of course the main was also very good, but in my opinion, the starters were even better :) I specifically liked that there was a very good selection of vegetarian dishes, which were also in its dedicated section on the menu making it easy to understand what I could order. We sat downstairs (ground floor), where the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, and the service was nice and attentive. Reservation recommended, but not necessarily required during weeknights, I think, as there were still some free tables when we were there.

  • 3/5 Alexiane D. 1 year ago on Google
    I wish I could have given 5 stars, the location is great, the food was delicious and the staff was really nice. My partner and I are big fans of Mr Ottolenghi’s recipes so we were very excited to come and overall we had a lovely dinner. The desserts in particular were so good and surprising! But I do need to highlight that the service is in a bit of a rush, sometimes if I finished my meal before my partner my plate would be taken away immediately even if he was still eating… there is no time to rest in between dishes and we asked for help with the wine list but pretty much had to figure out what to order ourselves. This would be fine if it were a cheaper, less elegant place but I definitely expected a bit more attention.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 chubato 2 months ago on Google • 174 reviews New
    Had a great time at Nopi, but mostly because of the service. The food was good but there was no wow factor. You can find similar restaurants with a much lower price range within 2km. Could be that it gets better when the menu changes. Nevertheless, I am willing to go again. The biggest let down was the noise. We sat at ground level (not sure why they call it upstairs) and it was very loud. My partner and I could not have a quiet conversation. In my opinion, the space is too tightly packed with too many guests (especially if it is fully booked). Lastly, they have unique and signature cocktails which pair nicely with the food

  • 3/5 Ivan C. 2 years ago on Google
    The food was the best part about the experience. The waitresses were lacking and really didn’t do a good job. Asked if we’re here for special occasion and I told it’s my birthday and woman said ‘thanks for sharing this information’ I mean what? I would’ve expected happy birthday even if you don’t mean it or whatever. Service was very rushed, no comments made, no questions about the food asked, plates placed, picked up, water poured without comment or anything just come up from behind and walk away. Food was delicious though and well done to the chef. Due to service I don’t think we’ll come back - it seemed like they wanted us out of there as quick as possible. Couple next to us asked for dessert menu and they brought them a bill, they weren’t happy about that. It wasn’t a complete experience and walked away thinking food was good but overall experience ‘OK’ hence 3 stars.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kc k. 4 months ago on Google • 136 reviews
    Location: walking distance from our hotel. In a lively and busy shopping strip. Service: amazing service, attentive but not pushy. Great timing. Never a long wait. Food: excellent one of the best meals Ive had. It’s fresh, tasty and very interestingly layered of texture and flavours. Well done. Mushroom was perfect appetizer. Fish was just done right and flavourful. Burrata was excellent. The dessert was by far the best we had!

  • 4/5 Maja 2 years ago on Google
    Good food and nice atmosphere but it didn’t blow our minds. The staff wanted to take our plates without us even finishing twice which felt a bit like we had to hurry eating. All in all we had a decent and tasty experience tho!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Przemysław D. 3 months ago on Google • 42 reviews New
    The food: - Take the veggie, they are better then the meat. Fish and pork were ok but nothing spectacular(fish was salty). Also a bit disappointed with the aubergine. Service: - 1.5h for a meal is simply not enough. You eat and rush and you really fell that the service is rushing you. Ambient: - Sitting at the big table is nice experience. Due to high expectations before the visit, just 3 stars at the end.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raoul 3 months ago on Google • 99 reviews New
    Absolutely amazing. The food is superb, the atmosphere great and the staff very friendly. Great wine pairing as well. I’d highly recommend a sharing table, this captures the atmosphere quite well

  • 3/5 Sander V. 4 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    The food, particularly the vegetarian dishes, was delightful. Nevertheless, given the price, we expected a higher quality. We've encountered other restaurants in a comparable price range that exceeded our expectations. The recommendation of five or six dishes for two people, served swiftly, left us yearning for a more leisurely dining experience lasting over an hour and a half. To sum it up, the restaurant is decent, but there are superior options in this price range.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hugo van S. 4 months ago on Google • 76 reviews
    It was my first time at NOPI - however I knew the dishes as I cooked them many times out of the NOPI cookbook. To taste the real stuff, it didn’t disappoint at all, it was exciting to see the beautiful and tasty dishes finally in real. The staff was very friendly and swift, the atmosphere lively. We will be back!

  • 5/5 Guillermo H. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing food and taste experience. Been there a couple of times and I just want to come back to taste all the dishes. Ottolengui guided, is one of the best in London. Everyone is very kind and cocktails are a must! Perfect for any kind of occasion, friends or dating.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Laura Estapé S. 6 months ago on Google
    Really nice experience! We planned all our trip to London for just going to Nopi and it didn't defraud. The food is amazing and the service is really polite and attentive. Would definitely go again when in London!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arshan S. 5 months ago on Google
    Absolutely incredible lunch experience. Was a business lunch and a suitable venue. Staff is super friendly. The restaurant smells amazing from the moment you walk in. Ambiance is perfect. Food was also incredible, with the aubergine, celeriac and pork belly as stand out dishes for us. The lamb rump was a little tough for my liking.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ruth W. 1 year ago on Google
    Restaurant is clean and with good atmosphere! The seafoods are good. Since I don’t eat meat, I asked the opinion of the accompanying meat eaters. They all love the meat dishes( lamb, pork and chicken). The service was good and the personals are friendly and helpful. Just feel the prices are a bit too high.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rose C. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious food. Really enjoyed the aubergine and tofu main, and the duck dish was pretty good. The midnight teacake dessert was nice, the roasted fig one lacked some flavour. Food was a little overpriced in my opinion but service was great and it’s a stylish restaurant- especially the mirror-covered bathrooms!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sarah M. 2 years ago on Google
    After cooking through much of Ottolenghi Simple, it was pure delight to eat in one of his restaurants! It was nice to compare the food I cooked with the flavors and textures of the dishes we shared at dinner. The staff were on point and I was provided a lactose free menu after including a note in my dinner reservation. The cocktails were fantastic and all the shared plates were delightful. Definitely book ahead for a table in the evening. And you definitely need to visit the bathrooms on the lower level if nothing else than to get a look at the open kitchen on your way there.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 H. K. 4 months ago on Google • 49 reviews
    High end restaurant with affordable and reasonable prices. Part of the kitchen is integrated in the visitors room, so you can see the chefs how they prepare your meal. Ottolenghi is also famous for his fermented products which you can see on a shelf next to the kitchen, and of course on the menu. Don't hesitate to visit, but make sure to get a reservation, as it is always full.

  • 5/5 Kristi K. 2 years ago on Google
    My expectations were high, and they were met! I’m a big ottolenghi fan and I was excited to eat here. Everything was unique and delicious! Highly recommend

  • 5/5 Tjarko K. 6 months ago on Google
    It is a beautiful restaurant just behind Regent Street. Beautifully crafted dishes. All are small in size, so you can try many different dishes. And these flavour bombs are more than worth it.

  • 3/5 James S. 5 months ago on Google
    It’s a 3.5. A wonderful restaurant but a step down from when we were here a few years ago. The staff were friendly but less polished. The dishes were good but erratic. The aubergine with and pumpkin veg starters were fantastic as was the cauliflower, but carrots and chicken were fair. The aubergine chreimeh was bland. The polenta component was good but it was room temperature despite the cast iron skillet and the dish had minimal flavor. The Horse’s Neck and Negroni stole the show.

  • 5/5 Sidsel Rytter L. 8 months ago on Google
    Went for my granddad’s birthday as a group of five.. service was super good - no pressure, kind - and the food was spectacular. We had five starters, three mains and some bread and it was the perfect amount… we were hungry and all left full, without leaving food to waste. My personal favorite was the celeriac - the squid was all right but only item we weren’t obsessed with. I’m not sure of the price as I didn’t see the final bill but it seemed very reasonable for the quality and the main servings were big. Will definitely be coming back!

  • 5/5 David C. 6 months ago on Google
    The staff at Nopi could not have been more friendly and helpful with our baby. They gave us a large table and made us feel very welcome. The food was downright sensational. Every single dish was a minimum 9/10 with the waitress reccomended char sui cauliflower the best veggie dish I've ever eaten and star of the show. It was that good. Love the balance of textures and flavours, its food at its finest.

  • 2/5 Nicolette F. 4 months ago on Google
    Good but not great! We ordered 6 items to share and overall thought the dishes were flavourful but did not meet our high expectations. The down fall of the experience was unfortunately the staff. I ordered the honey negroni and thought it was delicious however when my friend ordered the same drink they forgot the main garnish for a negroni, very disappointing for the amount you’re paying for a cocktail. To end off the evening, after paying the bill my two guests went to the washroom and while I was waiting for them to return at the table the manager approached me and rushed us to leave because their next table was there. Very rude way to treat your paying customers when they were already on their way out the door. We’re very big fans of Ottolenghi and will hopefully have a better experience at the bakery location tomorrow.

  • 4/5 K W. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautifully done vegetables and meat dishes. The stand outs were their carrots and cabbage (side dish) The pistachio ice cream dessert is less than the sum of its parts - it would be better off if they served the ice cream by itself.

  • 5/5 Bernella V. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious healthy meals bursting with flavour. Lots of vegetarian options with dishes including nuts, root veg, seeds and grains, leafy veg. Simply excellent service and cuisine. Cookbooks of some of the dishes available for sale or viewing. Lucky to meet Restaurant owner who happened to drop by which made our evening even more special. Some favourites were: Roasted Aubergine, Lamb Rump, Fried Mushrooms, Roasted beetroot and Pineapple Sorbet served with Calvados (sweet spiced rum). Highly Recommended. Wish I got the name of our lovely, well informed waitress but we will be back ! Thank you for a memorable experience! Tom & Nella

  • 4/5 vera s. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a 4 person lunch here. The service was very friendly and I liked the relaxed atmosphere and the spacious interior. Stylish, but a bit confusing mirrored bathroom area. Polenta chips, cauliflower, and the desserts were particularly delicious.

  • 5/5 Camila T. 1 year ago on Google
    Found this place to be one of London’s best, and outstanding one from all the rest. The place was packed, but they made us feel like the only guests. Every bite is an experience that will make you feel blessed. Ottolenghi will have your misconceptions erased, he knows how your time not to waste. You sometimes even think he was in this world placed, to enhance peoples experience through the sense of taste. Plates are small and perfect to share, so get a few while you are already there. Might increase your bill final number but don’t care, you only live once so enjoy the dare!

  • 5/5 Patrick O. 1 year ago on Google
    Again an extraordinary pleasure to eat here! All dishes are taste explosions. And what creative combinations like French-Japanese fusion with madeleine and miso cream. Service was very good, prices are high, but worthy!

  • 5/5 Grace T. 6 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    What a spectacular dining experience! We knew we were in for a treat with Ottolenghi, and this did not disappoint. Vegetables, as you’d expect, truly are the heroes here. Between two people, from the menu we shared two nibbles, three veg, two fish/meat, two sides and a dessert - this was almost too much food for two (we went home very happily stuffed). Menu is heavily seasonal and changes regularly, but the highlights for us in particular were the char siu cauliflower and the maple roasted carrots. The spring chicken and ox tongue was also delicious - the whole menu is well thought out and you really can’t go wrong. Staff were extremely attentive and very friendly, and I liked that the restaurant didn’t feel too swanky. As far as dining goes, the cost is a blowout, particular when you add cocktails & wine, but it’s well worth it for a wonderful evening of delightful food and a lovely ambience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Free water refills
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    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
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    • ✓️ Dinner
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