Business Details
36 Years
experience
Authentic Italian Dining in Central London
Established in 1990, Da Paolo is a family-run Italian restaurant in central London, offering authentic regional cuisine in a warm, professional setting. Our menu showcases traditional dishes from across Italy, crafted with fresh ingredients and served in a welcoming atmosphere that reflects our Bolognese heritage. With a fully functional private dining room accommodating up to 35 guests, we specialize in creating memorable experiences for special occasions through exceptional food, fine wines, and attentive service.Our team combines decades of hospitality experience with a passion for Italian culinary traditions, ensuring every guest enjoys the perfect balance of classic recipes and modern presentation. From intimate lunches to celebratory dinners, we pride ourselves on delivering consistently high standards that have made us a trusted name in London's dining scene.
Services
Italian Cuisine
Private Dining
Set Menus
Wine List
Special Occasions
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in authentic Italian cuisine
- Our menu features traditional recipes from across Italy
- Private dining room for up to 35 guests available
- Award-winning wine list with Italian and international selections
- Consistently praised for exceptional service in customer reviews
What people say
Excellent food
Friendly staff
Authentic atmosphere
Generous portions
Memorable experience
Services
Italian Cuisine
Our menu showcases authentic Italian dishes from across the country's regions, featuring handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and traditional meat preparations. Each recipe combines centuries-old techniques with modern presentation, using carefully sourced ingredients to maintain culinary authenticity while meeting contemporary expectations. The diverse menu caters to both classicists and adventurous diners, with signature dishes like risotto with Italian sausage and Barolo wine, and homemade lobster ravioli.
Private Dining
The dedicated private dining room accommodates up to 35 guests with flexible seating arrangements, ideal for weddings, corporate events, and family celebrations. Complete with tailored menus, dedicated service staff, and customizable ambiance, we ensure every event maintains the same high standards of food and service that define our restaurant. Our experienced team handles all details from initial planning to execution for seamless celebrations.
Set Menus
Curated three-course set menus offer exceptional value while maintaining our commitment to quality and authenticity. Featuring carefully selected combinations of starters, mains, and desserts, these menus provide an accessible introduction to our full offerings while ensuring consistent quality across all dishes. Available at lunch and dinner with seasonal variations to reflect the best ingredients available throughout the year.
Wine List
Our extensive wine list features premium Italian vintages alongside international selections, with expert pairings available to enhance each course. From rare Barolos to crisp Verdicchios, the collection showcases Italy's diverse wine regions while maintaining approachable pricing. Sommeliers are available to guide selections that complement specific dishes or personal preferences.
Special Occasions
We specialize in creating memorable experiences for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events through personalized service and attention to detail. From intimate celebrations to larger gatherings, our team works closely with guests to create customized menus, decorative elements, and service plans that transform ordinary meals into unforgettable occasions while maintaining our core commitment to culinary excellence.
Questions
How do I book a table at Da Paolo?
Reservations can be made via our website or by calling 020 7580 0021. We recommend booking in advance, especially for weekends and special occasions.
Does Da Paolo offer private dining options?
Yes, we have a private dining room accommodating up to 35 guests with customizable menus and dedicated service for weddings, corporate events, and family celebrations.
What type of cuisine does Da Paolo serve?
We specialize in authentic Italian cuisine featuring regional dishes from across Italy, including handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and traditional meat preparations.
Are there set menu options available?
Yes, we offer curated three-course set menus at lunch and dinner with seasonal variations, providing excellent value while maintaining our quality standards.
What are Da Paolo's opening hours?
We're open Monday to Saturday 12:00–23:30 and Sunday 12:00–22:30 for lunch and dinner service throughout the week.
Is there parking available near the restaurant?
While Charlotte Place is pedestrian-only, there are two NCP car parks within a short walk, and limited street parking available after 6:30pm on Goodge Street.
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Reviews (6)
Tom G.
Dec 22, 2021
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Delicious food, attentive service and a comfortable room make this local Italian restaurant our favorite on the edge of Soho. Start with the mussels, which were the "best ever", then move to delicious lasagna or chicken Milanese. Excellent wine selection, cheese cake to take home and we can't wait to return again and again.
Jason Barugh
Nov 24, 2021
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We were very impressed with Da Paolo, the food outstanding and service very friendly. The restaurant is relatively hidden away but clearly popular. We visited on an a Sunday evening and it was just getting busy when we left (we had a table booked at 5.30 after being out all day). It was good to hear a number of the other clients speaking in Italian and it was also good to see others clearly being well known by the staff. The food itself was varied and good quality. I had Sardines to start which were lovely and would have been a main course elsewhere. For main courses most of our party had pasta
Hayeon Shim
Nov 10, 2021
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Linguine Rosse e Gamberoni was absolutely delicious. I loved how they served it with lots of garlic and the linguine was perfectly cooked. The calamari was also a delight as well. Would love to revisit the place
Ray Magwood
Sep 22, 2021
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Beautiful little restaurant, friendly atmosphere, the staff were lovely, very helpful. The food was amazing, I had the Gnocchi, my wife had Risotto, my daughter had a ragu. Absolutely spot on, the food was delicious, we couldn't fault it at all. We didn't drink but they do have a fine and varied selection of wine and spirits. It's a busy restaurant so you will need to book a table in advance. Hope you enjoy it as much as my family and I did.
John Gordon
Aug 12, 2021
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Wonderful restaurant for a family reunion after 20 months apart. The atmosphere was great and the service was perfect - unnoticeable. We felt like we could've been in Italy. Be warned though because the portion sizes are huge (not a problem for me). Everything was fantastic about our evening and we walked out delighted with a bellyful of tasty food. Highly recommended. Will visit again and again and again (booked in for October)
Mun Yin Chong
Jul 25, 2021
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Service was good, we were served by Mario. He was chatty and friendly. The pastas were great - portions were large and the seafood was fresh! My friends and I truly enjoyed our meal there. I ordered the fresh truffle pasta which was the specials and it was really good. However, the desserts are a bit underwhelming. Would 100% come again!
