Cork & Bottle in City of London, Westminster

Good collection of wines but it’s located in the heart of tourist central - Leicester Square

Have been going here for over 30 years, now very occasionally but it's a reminder of when we were young. Feels like a hidden gem, love it

Looking in from the store front is very unassuming. Off the beaten track for sure.

Hidden gem. Definitely will be going back. Cheese selection and wine selection is amazing.

I absolutely love this restaurant! It’s a perfect haven under the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the food is consistently delicious, the wine list is wonderful and the service is always top-notch. A hidden gem in the heart of all the city!

Another fabulous evening at The Cork & Bottle. The staff are knowledgeable, wine choice excellent food good and atmosphere has always been brilliant. We are looking forward to returning very soon.

Good food and drinks and friendly / attentive staff.

Fantastic atmosphere. You go through an unassuming door just off Leicester Square and find yourself in a crowded cellar bar. When we were there they had opened a Nebuchadnezzar (not sure of spelling) of red and were serving from it which added to the buzz. The food was excellent and the wine delicious. We will definitely go back.

Still wonderful after all these years!! Well done to the Cork and Bottle team.

Outstanding as always. A little hidden gem in the hustle and bustle of London. Alway come for lunch whenever we are in the big city!!

Some builder next door was drilling. Service was great, Fish was over.

This was the first time I had visited in 30 years. It hadn't changed at all in that time. Brilliant.! Perfect!

My 35th year of coming here. That says it all. :-)

Myself, my partner and his daughter arrived around 3 pm today and as soon as we entered we were greeted spectacularly by, "Have you booked?" We said no but added we understand it's busy being a Saturday. My partner and I have been coming here for years but today being greeted quite rudely actually took us aback! My partner and his daughter left very upset but I ordered a drink and stood at the bar and was told it's fine standing there, oh that's decent I thought! When I got my bill they kindly charged me a service charge for the privilege of us all being treated so rudely and myself being told ok to stand basically in the corner of the bar, thank you very much I thought. I told the bar man please remove the service charge and after about 5 minutes drinking my glass of Champagne left to join my partner. I was so upset to find out his daughter after this experience got on the tube and she went home! Thank you Cork and Bottle for absolutely ruining our day out in London. Shame on you!!

Great Food. Everything is always tasty. It's rare to not be pleased with the menu.

Great wine bar and restaurant, step off the busy street in Leicester Square into a more tranquil environment that is very conducive to a romantic dinner or catch up with friends, great atmosphere, great food and great service, we has the Ox Cheek that was cooked to perfection, a good few glasses of wine and the cheese and biscuits to finish, all excellent. Definitely book in advance they have to turn a lot of walk ins away!

Hidden gem in Leicester Square Great selection of wines Wonderful selection of small plate food and more Very busy place excellent atmosphere Knowledgeable staff professional and friendly Highly recommend making a booking

It does the job. Excellent wine bar in the heart of the west end.

Always 10/10 - the perfect vibe for a drink with friends

Fantastic ambience . Fabulous wine list. Great value food. Just a wonderful experience.

Never fails to delight . One of my favourite places in central London .

Cosy restaurant. Decent menu and prices. Excellent range of wines. Advise booking in advance

This is a firm favourite. We always receive excellent and friendly service from the extremely knowledgeable staff. Such a lovely place to escape to from the hustle and bustle of Leicester Square.

We have been going to C&B for many years, the quality of food, wine and service has always been great. We introduced some friends to the C&B and they were impressed and thought the C&B was a hidden gem.

Cute little wine and cheese bar. Lots of selection. Friendly staff, interesting deco. Tiny toilets.

Menu always has a great, varied choice. Waiting and kitchen staff are helpful if you have allergy issues. Obviously the wine list is second to none!

Don’t usually write reviews but just wanted to for Cork and Bottle as we had a great experience on Monday night. The waiter was fantastic and so kind and lovely and attentive without being overbearing. The wine was lovely and we loved the Camembert. They charged my phone behind the bar and just generally made us have a lovely experience. Thanks!

High level of service, nice food and excellent selection of wine available. Little expensive. Important to book as very busy.

The food and the drinks were fabulous. The waiter made some excellent recommendations for wine which was greatly appreciated. The only downside was that we felt rushed for time. We had a 4:45pm reservation, we had booked early since we had the Opera to attend. We were told 3 times that we needed to be out by 6:45!!! We had plenty of time and we had a deadline (which we told them). It felt wrong that even though we had made a reservation, the felt the need to usher us out.

Been coming on and off for 30 years. Love this place... every time I am there I think I mean to come more often. As I did last night...

Always a pleasure coming here. Real hidden gem. Delicious pie and wine. Good value for money too. Thank you to staff too 😊

Another really lovely pre-theatre meal. We went for a late lunch at 4pm but the place was still buzzing with atmosphere. The waiting staff were great - we hadn't been as a family for a year or so, but the waiter recognised us and was very warm and welcoming. The food was stunning as always, and we had a lovely bottle of wine from their great selection. We'll be back again and again!

Cozy wine bar in the very central London location of Leicester Square. I was really impressed by the wine I chose (there were plenty available by the glass, and a very wide range by the bottle - I feel there are no unlucky choices to be had here!) We had some cheese & crackers & French bread (there was a choice of about 20 cheeses), and from the sharing plates we had duck pate and chilli squid, both excellent. A lovely place for a catchup with friends.

Great food , lovely wine. Main course took a little while to arrive but we arrived at a busy time. Overlooking very enjoyable and will definitely be back .

A first return visit after many years. Our party of four all enjoyed ourselves greatly. We shall return.

Excellent as always. This place is a hidden gem and we always go here if in Leicester Square. The food is of good quality, but the staff are outstanding and very attentive. We went late afternoon midweek, and it still had a buzz. Every table was full by 6pm and the place was 'alive'. Few friends hadn't been before and said they cannot wait to return with their friends and family Keep up the good work C+B!!!!

This is a really cosy underground wine bar, away from the crowds in Leicester Square.

Live this little hole in the wall with a nice selection of wines and food reasonably priced

I have been coming here for over 35 years. It never disappoints. Great food (especially the cheese board), service and ambience. Also a good place for after performance drinks. Iconic London wine bar.

Entrance is unassuming…stair to basement is daunting but doable. Service was friendly, we ordered the Ham & Cheese pie, which was delicious, and a warm goat cheese salad, also excellent. Wonderful wine list by glass and very extensive by bottle. The Hokie Pokie ice cream dessert is not to be missed.

Hadn’t been here for a number of years, very foolishly - we had a lovely evening, excellent service, lovely wine and delicious food! Thank you so much 😊

After many, many years we went back to the Cork and Bottle on a visit to London. It was just as we remembered - and thankfully the cheese and ham pie was just as good! My husbands food was equally as tasty and the wine was superb. Would recommend it to anyone who can manage the spiral staircase!

Una joya escondida en Leicester Square. Abajo en el área del sótano donde es como estar en una caverna. Estaba muy ocupado un miércoles por la noche, pero el personal era rápido y amable. La comida también era muy buena. Muy recomendable para una cena previa al show o simplemente vino y queso ya que tienen una fantástica selección de ambos.

Wonderful experience at Cork and Bottle - staff were very attentive and helpful. Godo food - wine and company

Delicious food, knowledgeable staff, great wine - particularly important in an area with so few "classy" places to eat at a reasonable price.

Both the hostess and waiter were terrific: friendly and thoughtful.

Early lunch before the theatre for Matinee. Really loved the food and especially the Cheese and ham pie which I love anyway and doesn’t disappoint! I looked forward to it. Great service, and wasn’t rushed even though one member of our party was late. Wonderful atmosphere and looked forward to our next visit

My friend and I had a lovely lunch at the Cork & Bottle. We sat in one of the alcoves, very cosy. We had shepherds pie and pork belly, very tasty. The service was great. Highly recommended

Mi amigo y yo tuvimos un almuerzo encantador en el Cork & Bottle. Nos sentamos en una de las alcobas, muy acogedor. El servicio era atento y la comida era excelente - tuvimos vientre de cerdo y pastel de pastores. Muy recomendable!

Wines were not fantastic but expensive. Poor quality wines for the priced charged.

Had a fabulous meal at the cork and bottle, will definitely go back can not fault a thing.

Great timeless atmospheric place. Friendly knowledgeable service and great food and selection of wine. Always a good night

Have been going for years and will always love this place! Good food, excellent wine, like being transported back to the 80s. Just the prices that are a bit too high for us now so very much a one off treat these days.

This was my first visit to the Cork and Bottle since 1981! Thankfully it hasn't changed much over the past 43 years and the food and wine were excellent. The staff also made us feel very welcome, particularly when we explained the significance of our visit!!

Great find, cellar wine bar and a bit musty when you first arrive TBH. But very nice service, a great bottle of wine which was good value and perfectly good food meant all round it was an ideal venue for what we wanted which was a pre theatre bite to eat. Would go again.

Food was excellent , service very good and quick; a bit noisy with the background music but otherwise very good value and I would recommend.

Always great. Not crowded considering location. A real favourite

I have been several times to this little gem of a wine bar/restaurant right in the heart of Theatreland, tucked below the busy the streets of London. The service is always good as is the food which I think is good value for its positioning in the centre of Leicester Square.

Super cool basement and completely quiet in the center. Great recommendation 👍 Great selection of wines in all price ranges. Both good glass and bottle short. Some bar food we didn't get to test.

Been coming here for many years and just as good as always. A quiet hidden haven in the middle of the West End. Great

We had a lovely lunch at the cork and bottle before going to a show. The staff were really friendly, the food was great and the wine was delicious. Always have a good experience here.

A good classics. Loved the linguini with shrimps. Clean and tidy toilets and plenty of room to sit in the busiest area.

Haven’t been since 2011 and it still doesn’t disappoint!!

I used to come here regularly when I lived in London from 1986 to 1991 and come back whenever I’m in London - it hasn’t changed and is still one of my favourite places to go.

Loveliest little wine bar in the heart of London!

Such a great find! Service was fantastic, wine selection beyond compare, food outstanding. Great allergen menu and so accommodating - I am diagnosed gluten free and I was able to safely enjoy quite a few options. Wonderful experience!

I never thought there would be such an amazing hidden spot in Leicester Square. Close to the cinema, there’s a gorgeous wine bar and food place and from the moment you walk in, it’s an absolutely immersive experience. The atmosphere is incredible, and provides such a peaceful experience especially compared to the usual chaos and noise in central London. The decoration is simply stunning, everything has been thought to the minute detail, with cork chandeliers and vintage furniture and posters. The wine obviously was superb, but as two of the guests didn’t drink, we prioritised the food and we were not disappointed. For starters, ordered the tempura prawns with wasabi mayo, and the hummus with dukkah, pita and olives and both were perfect, the prawns were perfectly cooked, not too oily and the wasabi mayo had a nice kick to it without being too much of a powerful flavour, complementing rather than overtaking the prawn. The hummus was home made and fresh, and the pita bread was warm and toasted, which made it so much more enjoyable. For mains, we selected the crab and king prawn linguine with garlic, chili and cherry tomato, and the baked camembert. There was copious amounts of pasta, with very generous servings of all toppings, and the cheese was soft, creamy and delicious. The highlight however was the service. The staff are incredibly welcoming, helpful, understanding and attending. They engage without being overbearing and help make the experience much better!

I’m loath to leave a stunning review as I don’t want too many people to discover this wonderful wine bar/restaurant. We first came here together 34 years ago and we’re so happy to find its one of the few places that doesn’t seem to have changed. The fabulous Madaleina served us with some much charm and efficiency. I think Don Hewitson would be pleased.

Great haven of calm with fine food, wine and service

A gem of a restaurant. Friendly. Great service. Prompt, polite and high-quality food and drink

This is a little gem of a restaurant. The food was great although a little pricey for what we had. The ambience is superb.

My favourite wine bar in central London. Lovely setting, great people and fantastic cheese and wine!

In a changing world the Cork has always been a beacon of consistency, great wines, excellent food, personal service, a true haven from the world outside.

The food was lovely and the wine recommendation was delightful ….. a good choice of wines and cheeses and the ambience was lovely

This place is regularly busy and I can completely understand. A wonderful selection of drinks to order and great menu to choose from.

Beautiful little spot in the heart of the capital. Excellent wines and ambience.

A wonderful place to have wine, food and catch up with friends or celebrate an event, my favourite place!

Fab lunch great food and wines,

Love this place. Can’t believe it’s in Leicester Square :)

If you want a great atmosphere and wine list to match - this is a great choice. Quaint old-fashioned cellar. Great staff.

The Cork & Bottle is amazing. We have been coming for 25 years and have loved every visit. The welcome is always warm, the ham a s cheese pie is consistently excellent and the service led by the ever-present Vash a d his team is exemplary. Not to mention the fact that the wine selection is fabulous with seasonal specials always on offer to tempt the palate. It’s truly a lovely place and we’re delighted that it still retains the essence of Don Hewitson who was one of the first to bring great Australian & New Zealand wines to the UK and the Cork & Bottle 25+ years ago. As Din said ‘Life is too short to drink cheap wine!’

The best in London - pre or post theatre I wouldn’t go anywhere else

A wonderful oasis in the heart of Leicester Square. Friendly staff, great wine and superb food.

Vino a tomar aperitivos y bebidas antes del teatro. El personal muy acogedor y amable y viene continuamente para recargar vasos de agua - muy apreciado en una noche calurosa. El servicio era rápido, y la comida era preciosa. El vino es bastante caro, barato, así que podría querer guardar su visita para una noche especial.

Excellent wine list and delicious food to match. All in a quaint & quiet spot amidst the craziness of Leicester And Covent Gardens. Our first meal on our short trip to London and by far the best!

Wine and cheese is what they have done for 30 years plus. If I am in the area or got guests in london I always take them here. Great for a quick lunch a shepherds pie and glass of wine. All cooked fresh. A Londoners secret. They are also holding special wine .food events now which look fun. Is down some windy metal stairs so you need to be able to manage that think no access for less abled of elderly or with great care just due to its subterranean position. Huge cheese and wine selection. Very reasonable prices. Everything is delicious and hearty - good size portions. This place is 100% quirky. Fits around 30 people. Easy to walk in.

I have been dining at Cork and Bottle regularly for several years now and the food is tasty and good value, the wine selection is outstanding and the staff are always welcoming and friendly. A terrific place.

Great little hidden gem. Great food, lovely setting and staff were very attentive without being intrusive.

The Cork and Bottle is an absolute gem in the hectic world of Leicester Square. The service, the wine and the food are excellent.

Lovely place, came as saw reviews from other people and we were not disappointed! Very quirky, friendly, helpful staff, lovely food and wine. Only criticism was not much choice on menu as I am gluten and dairy intolerant, but what I could have was lovely

Always good food and wine here! A nice place to get away from the tourists in Leicester Square

Great wine bar! Cosy, good selection of wines and cheeses.

Staff were wonderful, thank you for being so good with my guest and particularly to the lovely Brazilian, I am sorry I didn't catch your name for the hangover cure at the start you are incredible. Big hug xx

A SoHo institution, lovely feel, nice service, delicious food and wine.

As always a brilliant experience. Friendly staff and great food and wine.

Great find whilst in London for the weekend. Charcuterie board to start, nice as it was it was bread and meat no crackers or cheese. Lovely main course risotto and the famous pie. Enjoyed the summer offer wine. Liked the atmosphere and the fact it’s ’underground‘

The Cork and Bottle has great food, great ambience and great service!! Super location for a bite prior to seeing a show!!

Great food, great wine selection, and very attentive and friendly service. Would recommend all round!

A rather undistinguished frontage just along the road from Leicester Square welcomes you to this labyrinthine basement wine bar. Custom was sparse on a Friday lunchtime but a more lively crowd appeared towards the evening. A good range of nibbles and sharing platters is on offer together with a very comprehensive wine list. Everything served to us by a delightful young waitress.

This is a fantastic wine bar, my only regret is I didn't find it earlier. With Gordon's becoming a tourist Mecca, this is a great, quiet alternative.