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Daphne's

Restaurant Bar Italian restaurant Cocktail bar Lunch restaurant Wine bar Fine dining restaurant

Italian mainstay for a well-heeled clientele, known for people-watching and classic cuisine. People often mention service, delicious, staff, good, recommend, pasta, beautiful, restaurant, great, atmosphere,


Address

112 Draycott Ave, London SW3 3AE, United Kingdom

Website

daphnes-restaurant.co.uk

Contact

+44 20 7589 4257

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.1K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 10:45 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 10:15 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 10:45 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (20) delicious (18) staff (13) good (11) recommend (11) pasta (10) beautiful (10) restaurant (10) great (10) atmosphere (8)
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  • 2/5 Poppy “pops” M. 2 years ago on Google
    Can't really believe I paid £25 for some undercooked pasta... I've cooked tesco spinach and ricotta pasta better than this. It was also very busy and crammed in with the obvious focus being on shoving as many people in to make as much money as possible rather than a pleasant and 'special' experience for the diners, which, given the exorbitant prices I believe to be grossly unfair. I also felt the waiters were very overbearing which may just be a norm for these kinds of places but personally didn't like - it was as though they were trying to prove that they did indeed deserve their ridiculously high service charge but it just seemed forced and fake instead. Admittedly I don't normally eat out at places like this so maybe this is what rich people love (?!) but this has certainly put me off going to 'high caliber' restaurants entirely as I felt very uncomfortable the whole time and genuinely upset to have to pay such an insane price for an experience that I thoroughly disliked.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 shan z. 7 months ago on Google
    It’s a beautiful restaurant, and the food tastes good. The presentation of the food can be better. However the waitress who served us is extremely unprofessional. She even rolled her eyes and showed impatient attitude when my friend ask her if she can change a folk because it’s not clean. The manager is good and apologized but would not recommend for this service.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ana A. 2 years ago on Google
    If you want to feel special you should go to Daphne’s. The atmosphere, the elegance combined with traditional and the welcoming staff attracts me inside even though I was not hungry. The reception staff are very welcoming and accommodating and I managed to get a table in between the reservations. I was advised about the menu and about the wines which helped me to choose and enjoy a delicious dinner. I moved at the bar after the dinner to finish my glass of wine and the bar tender was very attentive too. Even that the place was full and every one was talking, laughing , eating and drinking, the place gives you that inside feeling of calm and happiness. It’s like you stepped into a different world where everything combines perfectly… ahh and the olive oil delicious. I never felt so good having dinner alone. Thank you.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Junghoon s. 1 year ago on Google
    Happened to stumble upon a Saturday lunch reservation. Jumped at the opportunity. The food was truly delicious. The scallops were tender, and the pastas were seasoned perfectly. I could not pick a favourite pasta. Each one stood out to me in it's own way. The lobster pasta also had a lot of meat in it which I was happy about. I felt like I was getting my moneys worth. The interior is beautiful and well thought out. If you're lucky you can be seated in a room with stained mirrors either side which give it a much more open feel. Service was awesome too. It's pricey for pasta but I think if you can get a reservation for a special occasion its definitely worth it.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katerina K. 2 months ago on Google • 781 reviews New
    Amazing place in the neighborhood: classy, amazing green terrace, welcome service, indoor spacious seating, great wine selection, some antipasti and great crab tagliatelle with chili, small and big portions

  • 5/5 Ruth N. 1 year ago on Google
    This is a great Italian restaurant in the heart of Kensington and Chelsea. It’s perfect for a special occasion. The service was phenomenally good. As in finish your drink and be offered a top up within seconds, if it hasn’t been offered already. The food was all delicious. I would have preferred for my lamb to be slightly less done, but all in all it was still a great meal.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Hessa M. Al B. 2 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed dinner at Daphne's restaurant. Service was quick, friendly and efficient. Food was absolutely delicious. We had carpaccio and burrata as a starter& rigatoni, mushroom risotto, veal Milanese, fried zucchini with Lemon as a main. Everything was beautifully presented and yummy. Would definitely recommend for special occasions.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lisa M. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful restaurant. I tried the burrata to start with and my friends got the carpaccio. Burrata was nice, but would’ve been nicer with a bit more of that bread. Tried the risotto for mains, and it was a bit different to what I was expecting (as I usually go for mushroom risottos), but was delicious nonetheless and I’d recommend ordering the large plate as the small may be too small. My friends ordered the linguine with crab (small), spaghetti with lobster (small) and spaghetti with crab (large). They all liked what they ate, though haven’t tried them myself, I can’t vouch for them. We ordered zucchini fritters as a side dish and it was delicious!!!! I’ve never had them before (surprisingly), and I regret that! 2 complaints: found a tiny spider in my friend’s rosé (don’t know whether they brought it to us like that or if it fell from the ceiling above while it was on the table - we were sat indoors). Second, it is difficult to get the staff’s attention to the table.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ali S. 2 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed a delicious meal where the service was really good despite it being very busy. We enjoyed the tiger prawns and the scallops for starters. For mains we enjoyed sea bass and finished it with a lovely vanilla cheesecake with strawberries and mint. I will be returning that is for sure.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ed B. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and very professional but welcoming staff. Pasta was great and the large size means you sint leave hungry.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Zuzi 8 months ago on Google • 73 reviews
    Had a delicious meal with starters prawns with chilli and garlic and salmon carpaccio, main was spaghetti with crab and chilli and dessert was a peach stafagllione.. All absolutely amazing! Service was impeccable and the atmosphere was lively.. Highly recommend it.. Will definitely come again and try different dishes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 double d. 4 months ago on Google • 261 reviews
    Incredible atmosphere with beautiful Christmas decorations. Super cozy spot and great with friends or for a date night. The food on the other hand was subpar. The olive oil with the breadbasket and the tiramisu were the highlight of the meal. The service was also subpar, the waiters didn’t seem happy to help. Not sure I’d return cause price not justified for the food or service.

  • 5/5 Nikolaos K. 5 months ago on Google • 29 reviews
    What a beautiful place and what was these fried zucchini!!! Omg the best that I have ever tasted! I’m a big fan and I have to say that was the best ones! Anyway the food was very tasty and the staff was very friendly! I will visit for sure this place again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sneha S. 3 months ago on Google • 243 reviews New
    Place was magical, food was great, service was lovely. It was very busy but for a mid week dinner. Would defo love to visit again.

  • 2/5 Dani B. 4 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    so because of instagram we said we will be going in to see the amazing decco, well it was nice at the bar and normal at the tables , i thought it was too expensice meatballs and potatoes 24 pounds, i honestly dont know what the hype is about! the waiters are amazing food is also okay 15 pounds a glass of wine and 24 for meatballs , it is really all okay just not worth it for me! was very dissapointed! if u like fish then u might be in luck because most was fish! ( that i dont eat so my problem) just think the hype in insta is too big! was a dissapointment!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 John Paul G. 2 years ago on Google
    Eating at Daphne’s is always a memorable occasion. We have enjoyed everything that we have ordered thus far. We definitely recommend the Spaghetti all’ Astice and the Ravioli di Mozzarella for the mains. And definitely end the meal with the best tiramisu in London.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gülcan K. 2 years ago on Google
    I really had good experience here. Food was delicious, service was excellent. Decoration of the restaurant is amazing 💫
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacqui J F. 9 months ago on Google
    Celebrated our anniversary here — Authentic Italian without question. Gamberoni king prawns was a delicious first palette starter; pasta was cooked perfectly Al denté, crab linguine had a lovely balance with spices and herbs, not overpowering in taste. Homemade tiramisu is a must-try.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol 1 year ago on Google
    Great lunch and we spent over 4 hours enjoying the afternoon here. Had lobster spaghetti and a couple starters. Well cooked lobster but shame the pasta was not freshly made in house. Fried 🍤 and courgette were a bit salty. Great wine list! 😁 We will be back to try other dishes soon. Great service.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saunak C. 4 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Excellent place for a fine dinning experience. Was there for our anniversary lunch and we had an enjoyable time. Would definitely recommend booking in advance and try and get a table inside by the fire!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Millie M. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my favourite restaurants in London. The staff are all extremely attentive and friendly. The design of the restaurant is superb and the service is top notch! Magnificent food and wonderful atmosphere. Recommend to anyone looking for an enjoyable meal. Highly impressive!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 G G. 2 years ago on Google
    I've been to Daphne's a couple of times and feel that it is hit and miss. Pros: beautiful dining rooms, good starters, sides and drinks menu, one of the best tiramisu in London, stunning Christmas decor Cons: staff don't seem to know how to smile (yes, you can tell if someone is smiling even with a mask on), mains are average, food is expensiv for what it is (around £70pp for 3 courses and a drink) I feel like you can get better Italian food in London for less with nicer service. However, for an occasion, Daphne's is still a nice place to go.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Merlotjuice 1 month ago on Google • 87 reviews New
    Absolutely fantastic experience at this restaurant! The food was outstanding, with each dish presenting a blend of exquisite flavors that truly delighted the palate. The atmosphere added to the overall excellence, exuding a very romantic vibe that made our evening special. Whether it was the ambient lighting, the soft music, or the tastefully decorated interior, everything was perfectly aligned to create an unforgettable dining experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a meal in a beautiful, love-filled setting.

  • 5/5 Rickee B. 4 months ago on Google • 64 reviews
    We went to see the Christmas decorations and were not disappointed. The feel of the whole place is so cosy, complete with wood fire. The food was delicious, although there is not a lot of options for people who don't eat fish. Christmas cocktails were perfect, and the Tiramasu was incredible. Very friendly staff and vibrant atmosphere.

  • 5/5 Daniel P. 4 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    What an amazing treat. Expensive yes!! But was it worth it? Absolutely!!! We tried so many dishes, octopus appetizer was amazing. Pictures show you how well we did.

  • 5/5 Tomoyuki O. 1 year ago on Google
    Last minutes reservation and add people but gentlemen on phone really find space for us to accommodate our reservations (thank you) And when we get there, Salvatore at bar gentleman looked after us really nicely and made our evening really special….. Food is of course great but Salvatore made our evening really better 🙏🏼highly recommended

  • 5/5 Rida F. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best fine dine Italian restaurants in London. I loved my prawn salad, truffle ravioli but what blew my mind was the peach sfoglia almond ice cream with honey. The ingredients were so fresh and the service was impeccable. Warm and welcoming ambience. I would highly recommend this place.

  • 5/5 Nicola C. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! Such a beautiful restaurant 10 mins walk from Cheshire was decorated so beautifully ,three course meal with drinks was absolutely delicious, staff were so friendly and welcoming, a must to visit if in this area

  • 5/5 Johnson O. 2 years ago on Google
    Very welcoming staff. Service was great at the bar. The atmosphere was also nice. The walk way was a bit tight. No parking

  • 5/5 Rose T. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Italian food in a great location in Chelsea. Definitely a place for a treat

  • 3/5 Reena B. 2 years ago on Google
    Came here over Christmas and the decor was beautiful. Our waiter was Orestis who was really polite, friendly, helpful and professional. Food was average. We had the vegetarian ravioli and penne in a cream sauce. We were sat outside and inside was very packed. We went inside to take pictures but the female waitresses were extremely rude. Wouldn’t be returning or recommend to anyone.

  • 4/5 Richard F. 2 years ago on Google
    Classic Italian restaurant. Great food and a nice wine list (reasonably priced).

  • 4/5 Giusy Di F. 5 months ago on Google
    The elegant ambiance, authentic Italian cuisine, beautiful interiors and impeccable service make it a must-visit for a special night out. Octopus and pasta were delicious.

  • 5/5 Sarah 1 year ago on Google
    Arrived for our booking and was given a choice of tables - very welcoming staff - good selection of drinks and a good varied choice on the menu - food well presented and hot - service was excellent

  • 5/5 anna b. 10 months ago on Google
    Coming not for a first time, this is a place where you wish to come back to taste new dishes, enjoy the food till last piece, to meet the extremely caring staff and feel that peaceful atmosphere. The food is served at its best and top quality standard. Absolutely in love with this place and highly recommend to anybody

  • 5/5 Lida T. 1 year ago on Google
    Really nice restaurant! The interior is lovely! Extremely nice if you visit during Christmas when everything is nicely decorated. The food was delicious especially the ravioli!! Would definitely recommend it.

  • 5/5 Thi Thuy-Duc D. 1 year ago on Google
    Mhh the food was excellent, the helpful service, the idyllic and romantic location. I enjoyed Daphne’s very much. Even with my (difficult to handle)food allergies, the service team just handled it accurately. Will come again for sure. You will find Italian food at its best modern and delicate cuisine in London.

  • 4/5 Marcmo971 11 months ago on Google
    The place was beautiful, the service was good, the waitresses were very professionnel, maybe a bit too much. I liked my salad and my dessert. The only negative thing, we waited a long time our food

  • 4/5 Antonio B. 10 months ago on Google
    Having dined at Daphne’s over the years I would say that on this occasion, overall, the food was good, the service was average, and the ambiance was excellent as always. On a side note, I would say that 13.5% for gratuity is a bit on the high side especially considering that the service was average. As for my choices, the spaghetti with lobster was a 5 out 5, tiramisu 5 out of five and the Veal Milanese was a 3.5 out of 5. What I would describe as a bit tasteless.

  • 4/5 Alisa S. 9 months ago on Google
    Carpaccio and pasta were delicious but not much difference between small and big pasta sizes. So definitely take into consideration when choosing 👀

  • 5/5 Emma B. 1 year ago on Google
    The food at Daphne’s didn’t disappoint. I had the vegan option of rigatoni in a tomato, garlic and basil sauce with aubergine. It was delicious - I wish I’d gone for the larger option!

  • 3/5 Isobel M. 11 months ago on Google
    Was a really lovely vibe and the food was all delicious. Only two issues were quite a few things had run out and we were ordering at 7:45 so that was a bit annoying (crab, scallops, asparagus) and then there was a confusion with whether the roast potatoes were gluten free and they kept bringing out new ones which were “actually the gluten free ones” even though we had already been given “gluten free ones”. Super lovely staff though. Would recommend eating at the bar if in a pair.


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed outside
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery

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