Bocca di Lupo in City of London, Westminster

Especially if you sit at the bar, you can watch the delicious meal I have attached as a photo, being prepared by the team working in a systematic and fast manner… The octopus salad was also very nice…

Loved the food, it was amazing and rustic and delicious. Service was great, but possibly a little over attentive when we were there for a business lunch, so we felt a little bit interrupted. But will definitely be returning, thank you.

Excellent experience here having the pre-theatre meal on a Friday evening. We sat at the chef's counter. It was a bit warm from the heat but really interesting to watch the kitchen work. The service was impeccable. We never had to call over our server. She stayed on top of things and anticipated our every need. The pre-theatre meal isn't a ton of food, but it's perfect if you had a big lunch. They do offer free bread, olives, and a delicious olive oil for dipping. We came as a couple, but the chef's counter would be a great option for a solo diner as well.

Great service, unrushed and friendly

I recently dined at Bocca di Lupo under somewhat unusual circumstances, as I had lost my voice just before the visit. Despite this, the staff were incredibly kind, patient, and accommodating, making the experience feel seamless and comfortable. The food was delicious. We especially enjoyed the risotto and the asparagus. Both were full of flavour and really well done. Everything we tried was delicious. I can't wait to visit again.

I had lunch with two very good friends. We had an excellent experience. The food & service was superb.

We had a fabulous lunch. It was great to choose small plates across most dishes. It gave us the opportunity to taste delicious dishes across the regions. The service we received was friendly and really informative. Hand on heart this is the pasta I have tasted outside of Italy. Truly outstanding. Thank you

I ordered the sweetbreads, crab pasta, and tomato salad. All were amazing. Thank you for the complimentary shot of limoncello!

We had a fantastic night, the food was splendid, as was the service. The staff are knowledgable and attentive, but not too OTT and we enjoyed sitting at the bar. We brought a bottle to the restaurant, which is a great option to have, and had a lovely evening. Thank you all at Boca Di Lupo.

Great food, great service and great atmosphere. Als bonus points for NO piped music!

Thank you, we had an amazing time, the food was delicious and the staff very nice. Would totally go back and strongly recommend!

We had such a wonderful time, the staff and food are both outstanding! If I could eat here every night I would.

This is a truly wonderful restaurant- make sure to study the menu- it is SO creative, so deeply Italian- the whole place is lively and exuberant- the staff are great, friendly and helpful. You will not be disappointed!

Exceptional. For years Bocca di Lupo has been at the top of our choice of restaurant. Its our go to, our favourite Italian restaurant and it never disappoints. The menu is seasonal and the quality is above and beyond. Couldn't recommend going to here enough. All great things!

This was our second time at Bocca and once again we had a special dining experience, the team have mastered the art of being, attentive, friendly and knowledgable about food andcwine without being obtrusive. Thank you to all concerned. (Dinner table for 4)

An excellent menu, really delicious food and truly wonderful service with real flair and smiles. A great place to eat together - the small plates make a great sharing experience. Highly recommended.

Great buzzy restaurant, excellent service and inventive authentic food. No rush to leave and throughly enjoyable relaxed meal and discussion with a close friend.

Had an incredible lunch for two at this great restaurant, which was a first visit. Our waiter James talked us through the menu and we had:- Fritto misto - squid, prawns, courgettes & blood orange Sea bream carpaccio, blood orange & rosemary The crab Spaghetti and from the Mixed Grill Seafood - Gurnard and Squid The sauces were incredibly, especially the crab one and we ordered more bread to soak them up. I can't wait to go here again

Amazing food, great service, will go back again and again (especially as they update the menu often)

Outstanding restaurant. Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Great you can have anything on the menu as a small or large plate- gives you the chance to experience the whole menu.

Best Italian in the UK. By far.

A great meal at Bocca di Lupo. Service and food were outstanding - super friendly and efficient. One of my favourite restaurants.

Dining here is always a pleasure! We had an incredible birthday lunch—simple, no-frills dishes, yet the quality is outstanding. The tagliatelle with roasted suckling pig was an absolute delight, a true indulgence in every bite.

Amazing food, very tasty and special

Charming Place, excellent Service and great Food. A must try in Soho.

This dinner was truly delightful. Beyond the quality of the food and the charming ambiance, I have to highlight the creative concept of ‘small plates’ — though they’re not small at all! Each one could easily satisfy someone with a normal appetite. My husband and I tried about four different dishes, but the absolutely unforgettable one was the goat papardelle — a perfectly executed Italian classic with a unique twist. AMIZING FOOD AND SERVICE!

Absolutely amazing! Brilliant service and the food was the best👌 definitely will be going back for more.

From the moment we arrived to assisting us with our orders until our departure, Ligia demonstrated exceptional professionalism in her hospitality, kindness, and tact. Her exceptional qualities and genuine warmth made her truly special, and she deserves all the praise and gratitude she receives from her colleagues. However, she was the most exceptional and the one who truly cared for us during our visit.

What a fabulous little restaurant! My friend and I loved our lunch at Bocca di Lupo. I noticed the cool, sophisticated atmosphere from the moment you walk in, and was soon greeted by friendly staff. We ate at the counter which was fabulous, as you can see the open kitchen and the team of chefs preparing and cooking your food. We had a blood orange salad with micro fine slices of white onion, lambs sweetbreads (in the finest tempura batter), grilled squid and some incredible pasta with mascarpone and lemon. For pudding we shared a blood orange granita....and everything was delicious and faultless. And just note, it was good value too. I'll 100% go again, and again. Grazie mille alla squadra da Bocca di Lupo!

Came here for lunch before our show on a recommendation, it did not disappoint. The service and food was amazing. I had the pre- theatre lunch special. Reservations is highly recommended.

We booked at the bar for a late lunch as we wanted a bit of a livelier feel to lunch than a quiet dinner. Ticked all the boxes

Booked Sunday lunch and sat at the counter which I would highly recommend if you are a couple as you can chat and watch the chefs cook while you eat. Organised for my wife's birthday and we had a really lovely experience - excellent staff and top level food - faultless. Its not cheap but you are paying for quality dishes, brilliantly executed in a nice environment served by professionals. Thanks to all involved for such a lovely experience.

Booked Sunday lunch and sat at the counter which I would highly recommend if you are a couple as you can chat and watch the chefs cook while you eat. Organised for my wife's birthday and we had a really lovely experience - excellent staff and top level food - faultless. Its not cheap but you are paying for quality dishes, brilliantly executed in a nice environment served by professionals. Thanks to all involved for such a lovely experience.

Excellent food. Very good service. Noisy & busy. Tables close together. Good wine list.

Great food, very good service and the best bathrooms 😀

Simply a MUST when in London. We had a perfect evening by the bar where we watched the chef and his team do their magic. It was beautiful to watch them work with so much harmony and precision. We had the ragu pasta, highly recommended. Wine was very reasonably priced and the service was spotless. Can’t wait to visit again!

Superb service, excellent food. My son loves Italian food, picked Bocca and tried several dishes 😋 each one 11/ 10 and I mean 11. All the staff were so knowledgeable about each dish so thank you. Max wants to come for his birthday meal so we have already booked a table as a surprise

Had lunch here - authentic Italian fares at a price. Great cocktails too!! Would be great for post theatre evenings. Shame the two of us got upset stomach afterwards; not sure if it’s the zabaglione…

We had a fantastic meal at Bocca di Lupo before our Westend show. Service was especially excellent and lovely atmosphere. Unusal menu options all delicious.

It was great to have this experience on our special day with great food and lovely people helping on the menu. We loved the grilled squid which was one of the best we tried so far. The only thing would be tables are very packed in a small space but it was not a big deal anyway. Also thanks to Lucy for the prompt communication and helping us to reserve a table after a long waiting list I suppose.

A bit like the Italian barrafina! Love sitting at the counter and seeing the chefs at work!

A wonderful dining experience! We would definitely return on our next visit to London!

Maurizio out waiter chose us a selection of starters, pasta, mains and desserts. Phenomenal food. Definitely going back. The wine was also delicious, as were the negronis. We were a party of 5 old school friends and had the best of times, last to leave, past midnight and memories to treasure. Thanks to the whole team at Lupi!

Great authentic Italian food with great atmosphere.

Excelente local, com excelente confeção dos pratos. Para além de tudo isso a fantástica simpatia do jovem James William que foi muito atencioso conosco.

Particularly like that many dishes are offered in 2 sizes, and several of the wines in 3 sizes. The wine selection is excellent and the sommelier was very helpful; it would be good to add a few less expensive wines to the list.

Beautiful experience, impressive food and great service

Bocca di Lupo has been on our London restaurant list for a while and I'm so glad we finally got to eat here! The food was delicious and the service was outstanding! I also appreciated that they reached out via email prior to our dinner to check if we were going to a play (we were) so they could time our meal accordingly. We will be back!

Had a wonderful birthday lunch for two. We came especially from Sussex. Brilliant food. We had 3 small plates & a main. Paired with superb wine. The waiters & waitresses were so lovely. Thank you for a special experience.

Nuestra segunda visita a este restaurante. Una experiencia magnífica desde la recepción hasta el pago de la factura. El menú ofrece una variedad de platos inventivos e incluso atrevidos de toda Italia. Y por atrevimiento me refiero a un plato como ”Leche - intestinos de ternera alimentados con la leche de la madre dentro servido con tomate y pecorino”. Mi favorito era la mente - soplando ”Spaghetti con carne de cangrejo araña marrón con tomate datterini”. También tienen una muy buena carta de vinos con la mayoría de los vinos disponibles por copa después de las 9. 30 pm. Y el personal - super agradable!

We had a delicious lunch at Bocca di Lupo. The staff made us very comfortable and the service was efficient.

Third time here. Outstanding food. Give this one a try in Soho.

Great food, great service, what's not to love? It's one of our London all-time faves.

Great food at affordable prices. Lovely atmosphere and helpful staff. Highly recommend.

Lovely food and well located restaurant, service was quick with us getting served eating in under an hour ready for the theatre. Did have a small piece of plastic in sorbet but was refunded and front of house staff very apologetic.

Amazing food, amazing service, very quick si convenient to be on time for the show. Good price also, I suggest ordering the small portion as they are quite big.

We had a great time at Bocca di Lupo. One of my first time at the counter for a dinner and it was a success. The manager brought us 2x champagnes glass to welcome us as I have specified the reservation was for an anniversary. Lovely attention. The experience and the food were perfect. Thanks team!

A lovely meal, with great atmosphere. A regular spot for us pre theatre.

Excellent food with some less expected regional and seasonal Italian dishes. And the staff are welcoming friendly and informed. Some of the best Italian food I've eaten

my favourite restaurant in Central London menu changes with the seasons never disappoints

I love this place . Went for the food the first time but I keep going bavk for the lovely service , the fabulous paintings and the killer Negroni

Nice bar dining, great food, excellent service.

Great night out dining at Bocca di Lupo. Seeing a restaurant full to the brim is always a good news. Being on the expensive side, I expected a bit more from the food, especially from the deserts. Don’t get me wrong, the food was good and tasty. Maybe my memories are too saturated with Italian food (the spoils of living in a large cosmopolitan city) hence my high expectations. The deserts dropped the ball a bit, but that did not spoil the overall impression. Will I visit a second time? Yes, maybe for lunch during a quieter time (weekday), so I can get the other side of their menu.

Exceptional food and wonderful service

First time I have been for a while and as good as ever. As always, some interesting new italian regional dishes to try - all delicious. Lovely wine to match, really buzzy atmosphere. Excellent service.

Uno de mis sitios favoritos para comer. Excelente comida y personal muy amable. He estado con mi esposa y con amigos. ¡Volveremos la semana que viene!

Excellent italian cuisine at the right price, saved on my redo list.

Perfectly done classic Italian food. Great ingredients and full of flavour. A London Icon.

Been coming to Bocco do Lupo since they first opened. Food and service remain first class

One of our favorite restaurants in London! Food is amazing!!

Beautiful food. The veal chop was amazing with the wild garlic roast potatoes. Lovely staff. Will definitely be back soon

Incredible and inspiring menu - impeccable service and a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommend!!

We had a fantastic lunch, the staff are super attentive and food amazing

Really perfect restaurant, excellent food and excellent welcome, the staff is friendly and professional, I really recommend it and the pasta is made fresh)

Each dish was superb and the service was cheerful and the staff well informed. Overall it's quite crowded amd busy. Definitely an experience but not the place for a quiet chat.

Delicious food (particularly the fossil fish - baked in salt), great service and a lively atmosphere. Perfect evening sat at the counter. Thank you Bocca - we will be back!

Delicious dinner and wonderful service. We sat at the counter and loved watching the preparations and visiting with the very friendly chef!

They’ve still got it! Great to return after so long - we had an awesome evening!

Apart from the raw artichoke starter everything was spot on

Good meal here! This place had been on my list for quite some time, so I was excited to get a reservation. We ordered a few different things to spilt. The standout dish here was definitely the ragu, which was clearly homemade and absolutely delicious.The pesto dish as well was lovely! The lemon pasta dish didn't quite do it for me, nor did the desserts. The fried mozzarella balls were tasty, but not particularly interesting or creative. Overall very good spot!

Top Italian dish … for Italians visiting or from London … must to go … real Italian food with a non-trivial menu and perfect quality of the dishes. Compliments to the very welcoming dining room staff.

I wanted to try this place for a long while and I finally got the opportunity. What a gem! The menu is rich with no obvious or common choices. Authentic Italian taste and fresh ingredients. The staff is great too. Attentive, knowledgeable and helpful. Special mention to James who, with his passion and humor, made our experience memorable.

Real Italian in the centre of London , the food was awesome the service perfect with attention on details.

One of the best Italian restaurant in London. Food was really delicious and the staff very friendly. I would recommend it if you are in soho and looking for a nice place where to eat.

From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warmth and kindness, The staff made us feel at home while keeping a professional and attentive approach, The food was simply incredible, Every dish was made with high-quality ingredients, but what truly stood out was the perfect balance of flavours and the expert preparation in the kitchen. The kitchen wasn’t afraid to push boundaries, combining refined ingredients with creative flair like the home-made pappardelle with rich oxtail ragù or the bold yet delicate lamb tongue, It was hard to pick a favorite dish because everyone at the table had a different favorite, a true testament to how well-balanced and expertly crafted every plate was. The service, led by Marzio, was just as impressive, He struck the perfect balance between friendly and meticulous, guiding us through the menu with passion and precision, He explained each ingredient and the cooking process with incredible attention to detail, making the whole experience even more memorable. This wasn’t just a meal it was a journey through flavours and tradition.

Came here because it was recommended for solo diners. Ho-Ly Cow! I ordered the trofi with pesto. I will think about this meal every time I’m at an Italian restaurant and all pesto will be forever compared to what I had tonight. The bread was great too! I also ordered the ricotta gelato for dessert… I wasn’t sure what to expect but it was really refreshing. I highly recommend sitting at the counter where they cook the food if you can. Truly a great experience! (They even pushed my stool in for me when I was seated lol)

What a fantastic restaurant, ideal for pre theatre dinner and drinks. Well deserved of a Michelin start ⭐️ Love it!!!

Great restaurant, fresh ingredients, good seasonal menu.

Exceptional restaurant, incredible food and wonderful service!

An institution worth the hype. Where in London - let alone SOHO - can you get such high quality food at such reasonable prices? Nowhere. That’s where. Food is a 10 Vibes are immaculate Staff are warm and friendly And you don’t have to sell your first born child to eat there. <£60 per person with wine? Unheard of. Just go.

We visited for our anniversary dinner and had an absolutely incredible time! The staff was all incredibly wonderful, and chef was truly so lovely and kind. This meal and experience made our trip. Thank you so much, Buca di Lupo team!

Amazing little place! My husband and I had some bocconcini to start, the rabbit orzo, and an incredible oxtail ragu. Service by our waiter Ricardo was impeccable and we are so glad we stopped in!

Great service, lively atmosphere and wonderful food. Small plates and large make this a real opportunity to sample some authentic Italian cuisine. Give it a go, you'll thoroughly enjoy it

All the staff with their knowledge and behaviour created a perfect experience. You can choose between two sizes of the same dish in order not to waste food if you’d like to try more dishes. Food quality was amazing and the stool with back support at the counter was really comfortable. In addition, we could enjoy the environment which was not loud compared to other places in central London on a Saturday night with full restaurant. Me and my partner couldn’t choose better place for our anniversary.

Waiter is very important in a restaurant. I think the food we ate could have been more delicious or explained more accurately, but it was a bit disappointing. However, while the waiter's comments were quite good, it seemed unfortunate to us. We bought the set menu before the theatre, I'm not sure if it was the right choice, but the pasta they serve as a main course makes me think it's not worth going to this restaurant. Artichoke carpaccio is very interestingly delicious, I recommend it.

We had a fantastic meal here, all the tasting plates we had were delicious plus good service and wine recommendation

Went with friends to celebrate my birthday. Service was great and everything was utterly delicious. The small/large plate options are great so you can try more dishes without waste. The day Negroni cocktail was superb. Considering the quality of food and service, the price was very reasonable. After sharing a dessert we crossed the road to their gelato store for an extra treat (the sette veli flavour was lush) .

Italian restaurant serving small plates at its huge counter. Great place for people watching. Rabbit risotto was good

Our go to Italian restaurant in London, authentic, great food, wine and ambiance. My day out in London feels so much better via Bocca ! Took my 28 year old son who loved it as much as we do! Try the stuffed olives - delicious; seafood meats, pasta and salads fabulous!

An amazing restaurant every time I’ve been here in 10+ years. Lovely team and truly great food.