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The Delaunay

Modern European Restaurant and Café££££

City of Westminster, London

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The Delaunay

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Ranked #3 for lobster rolls in London
The experts at The Guardian and Epicurious recommend this place
"Schnitzel is amazing but it's very big so don't have a starter."(29 Tips)
"The eggs Arlington are divine and the waffles are to die for."(3 Tips)
"The lobster roll is amazing."(8 Tips)
"Salt beef pretzel makes a light"(3 Tips)

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Arix BiNovember 28, 2016
Highly recommended for a perfect British experience! We tried the afternoon tea (cheap 20£ per person) and amazing. All homemade and fantastic!!! Old and classic style, professional and nice service😍
Cenker KöseApril 5, 2016
You should visit here at least once for any meal time! A perfect, cosy and nice place to enjoy English tea time. I feel myself in the movie scene inside; nice design. Also foods are delicious.
Barry KellySeptember 10, 2014
Orange juice & tea is amazing! If you want your Full English cooked a particular way you need to ask. Staff very professional nearly to a fault. Must be doing something right...2nd day here in a row!
MaríaNovember 13, 2015
Old grand cafés of Europe style, this is a wonderfully fancy option to get food any time during the day. The portions are gigantic, e.g. Schnitzel bigger than your head.
Lizzie PMarch 30, 2016
You'll find this European restaurant on the corner of Aldwych and Drury lane. It serves classic dishes in an elegant and peaceful setting. The staff are very attentive.
JimmyFebruary 20, 2016
Very nice for brunch, the eggs Arlington was really good. Book early ahead of time to get a table.
NmApril 30, 2018
The most elegant and classy brunch ever .. Don’t miss the lobster Benedict .. I’m always not a big fan of pancakes !!
Stephanie MuzzallFebruary 19, 2016
Breakfast is amazing, staff charming but discrete and the atmosphere second to none. My second visit and just as good as before. I had the oatmeal soufflé which was well worth the wait.
Grahame BussOctober 13, 2019
The service, the opulence, the combination of fine dishes and wholesome plates of comfort food make The Delaunay much better than your average brasserie. And, you can nearly always get in. I love it.
PeopleJuly 9, 2012
Sit back with an afternoon cup of Earl Grey and crumpets. On the go? In addition to a la carte dining, passersby can stop for hot bacon sandwiches and frankfurters at a take-out counter.
Alison BurttSeptember 26, 2016
A step up from Costa or Starbucks with fast lunches, coffee & tea and heavy-handed, but still appealing European pastries. Sit at a table and a server will assist or order take away at a register.
Eleni SardiFebruary 7, 2015
Beautiful space - great for an occasion. Tried a few of the brunch options, my favourite was the Arnold Bennett omelette. Definitely going back for the desserts!
George XSeptember 6, 2015
Excellent atmosphere inside and outside. Like having a coffee in Paris! Nice cappuccino/great for breakfast.Try sausage sandwich or croissant with cheese/tomato. Even the music is so relaxing...
Shaden AlajlanMarch 13, 2019
Yummy pancake
IlseMarch 2, 2015
Waiting for a table at their fab bar is no punishment. The food is some sort of delicious Habsburger-nostalgia with schnitzels, goulash and a konditorei. And late-night, so you can go AFTER the show!
Natalia QuinteroMarch 19, 2016
The low-lit, low-ceilinged rooms are pretty great, and the all-day menu mimics the same feel with old-style Germanic standouts like wiener schnitzel, in addition to other European classics.
GloverboyAugust 19, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The coffee counter next to the main restaurant is a great atmospheric stop for a coffee, cake or a lunch time salt beef pretzel with a pickle side. Yum.
KatiaOctober 23, 2016
All the breakfast items are tempting. The eggs Arlington are divine and the waffles are to die for. I'd go there every morning if I could!
OnFeature TeamJuly 26, 2016
Elegant all day brasserie serving classic and modern European menu with an extensive à la carte menu throughout the day. Enchanting old fashioned decor. Offer up-market comfort food.
Angela LiuMay 12, 2015
Traditional continental european setting. Pretty good omelette arnold bennett. The delauney counter next door does solid salmon bagel and mille feuille
Harald B.September 4, 2014
Espresso was ok, English breakfast as well. Fine traditional interior design. Pastries are to die for especially the cheese cake - love it! Schnitzel with dip?? - it's a no-go! Sorry!
Antonia StrotdreesApril 2, 2018
Go to the counter if you don’t want to pay full restaurant prices. My go to is the Schnitzel and one of the amazing pastries or cakes - very authentic Austrian/South German cuisine
Restless World CitizenMay 3, 2015
Big place - great for brunch !!! Plenty of choices similar concept with to Balthazar in NYC - food 7/10 - ambiance 8/10 - service 8/10
Kristina PhamNovember 29, 2014
Service was a bit slow but very attentive. There should be more bathrooms as there was a queue most of the time. Love the atmosphere, food was lovely. Yet to try the infamous schnitzel though.
Antonia StrotdreesApril 2, 2018
Go to the counter if you don’t want to pay full restaurant prices. My go to is the Schnitzel and one of the amazing pastries or cakes - authentic Austrian/South German cuisine
Lydia BerkennouMarch 12, 2017
Amazing teas and great cakes. Can't wait to try other items from their menu! There is also a deli counter next door if you want something less "fancy"
Kristie SJanuary 15, 2017
One of my favourite spots in central London! Beautiful background music, lovely interior & delicious menu choice!
Kwong Sheng ChongMay 10, 2017
The lobster roll is amazing. As is the service. It is a fancy establishment, so dress up and enjoy yourself.
🌛 FOXXHUI 🌞October 27, 2015
Their Vienna tea set is good, especially the savory! The cake is a little too sweet for me. Scone is excellent! Friendly place to have your brunch or tea time.
EpicuriousAugust 3, 2014
Wiener Schnitzels, strudel, and Salzburg soufflé, served in an elegant space marked by wood-paneled walls, green leather banquettes, and lots of glistening brass fittings. Read more
Aika ShapranJune 9, 2018
Excellent service, classical menu, tasty and honest food. Tarte flambe with goat cheese and dried 🍅, shrimps cocktail and calf liver were made to perfection.
ManarOctober 29, 2016
Oatmeal meal soufflé all the waaaaay !!! coffee never been more good flat white 💯
REEMJuly 20, 2019
One of the most important breakfast spots in London. Pancakes are just PERFECT🥞
Sultano ShmassyMarch 19, 2018
Super service & Customs oriented crew. Egg pendent is to die for but don’t ever order pancakes it’s tasteless. Generally good choice for late breakfast when in town 👍🏽
Sultano ShmassyMarch 19, 2018
Super service & Customs oriented crew. Egg pendent is to die for but don’t ever order pancakes it’s tasteless. Generally good choice for late breakfast when in town 👍🏽
Stefanie ReisOctober 12, 2014
Great brunch! Try crumpets, cappuccino, scrambles eggs with smoked salmon... Everything! Don't be afraid to ask for things that are not in the menu!
Nathalie SalasDecember 13, 2012
A wonderful traditional brasserie atmosphere. I enjoyed a healthy greek yoghurt with pear compote. Now I'm relaxing in the cafe working on laptop with a fresh mint tea.
Kevin DulinSeptember 2, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Everything is Delicious. The Pirogies and Schnitzel are both great choices and save room for dessert because the ice cream is awesome!
Matteo PenzoJune 24, 2023
Super classy Central European cousine. Must try.
NajlaDecember 4, 2015
Nice for a quick breakfast. The best croissant I've tried in London. The coffee is great as well.
Kwong Sheng ChongMay 10, 2017
The Vanilla Cheesecake is a must have for anyone with a sweet tooth. And lactose tolerant, of course.
Debbie MorrisonAugust 30, 2014
Schnitzel is amazing but it's very big so don't have a starter. also the seafood cocktail. Great service and Viennese coffee shop feel.
Eugenia DavarashviliJuly 8, 2014
Great place! Very pleasant service! I had a steak and my partner had the chicken schnietzel. Both were delicious! Their creamy mash is amazing!
Joan Vidal BoschApril 11, 2017
Excellent brunch and really friendly service. The eggs benedict are excellent but the pancake with bacon and syrup is even better!
Cheen The CuriousJune 7, 2016
Did you know? The Wiener Schnitzel, a pan fried cutlet made from veal, is a national dish of Austria. The one served here is quite large
Tim BradshawDecember 8, 2011
Been here 5+ times
New restaurant from the folk behind the Ivy & the Wolseley. Very much in the same spirit. Coffee and eggs benedict just as good but a lot easier to get a table - at the moment anyway...
elleDecember 4, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Whatever you choose, expect to be served the most fine version of it. And most importantly the ambience will make you feel you are in a top class European capital.
MaríaAugust 10, 2016
Today I had scallops and they melted in my mouth.
MaríaFebruary 15, 2015
Really chilled decadent and old fashioned atmosphere. Cakes and pastries are beautiful!
Duarte EspindolaOctober 25, 2014
The Berner Würstel is delicious and the Salzburg soufflé with apricot compote a must-have.

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