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Mother's Day in London

Fresh Pasta, Great Wine, and the Heart of Soho

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Some people in life give more than they ever ask for in return. The ones who listened when we needed to talk, celebrated our wins, and picked us up when times are tough. Mother's Day is a chance to give something back, and a meal with fresh pasta, good wine, and the people who matter most is exactly the kind of treat they deserve. At 27 Old Compton Street, that's what we do best.

40 Dean Street
Nima Safaei

Soho at its Best

People have been coming to Old Compton Street for decades because there's nowhere else in London quite like it. The history, the energy, that unmistakable buzz that only Soho has. 27 Old Compton Street sits right in the middle of it all, and the area is perfect for making a day of it. Wander the neighbourhood before your meal, grab a coffee somewhere nearby, or duck into a bar afterwards and keep the evening going.

Eat Delicious Pasta

The food follows the Italian tradition of Tavola Calda, where all the orders come out quite quickly and everything is made fresh that day. The menu covers all the favourite pasta classics, and there's enough variety that everyone at the table will find something they love. If your mum is the kind of person who can never decide, order a few dishes and share them across the table the Italian way.

Nima Safaei
Nima Safaei

A Fantastic Wine and Cocktail List

The wine list has a great selection of Italian and French bottles, and a few are definitely worth opening for a celebration. If you're not sure where to start, the team can point you in the right direction based on what you're eating. If your mum prefers cocktails, the Aperol Spritz and Negroni are popular choices, and the house creations are worth having a taste too. Order one to kick things off while you look at the menu, and see where the afternoon takes you.

Theatre Plans

We're a short walk from most West End theatres, which makes us a good option if you're combining Mother's Day with a show. The food comes out quickly, so you won't be watching the clock, and if you'd rather come after the performance, we're open until 1am on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. 

A Real Italian Experience

There's something about 27 Old Compton Street that makes you forget you're in London. The room is intimate, the service is warm, and the whole experience transports you somewhere far away from the London streets outside. It's the kind of place where you lose track of time and find yourselves talking for hours. Dogs are welcome too, so if your four-legged companion is part of Valentine's plans, bring them along.

The Whole Family is Welcome

The dining room has space for couples who want a quiet lunch, families who take over a long table, and everything in between. There's a relaxed atmosphere that puts people at ease, but it still feels like somewhere you'd go to treat yourself or someone else. If your mum never goes anywhere without her dog, they're welcome to join too.

Nima Safaei

“The best way to say thank you is to sit down together, order too much food, and let the afternoon take its course.”

“The best way to say thank you is to sit down together, order too much food, and let the afternoon take its course.”

Nima Safaei

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We're open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Come and celebrate the women who deserve it.


27 Old Compton Street, London W1D 5JS

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