Ristorante Olivelli

Ristorante Olivelli Family-run Sicilian restaurants

Pasta, pizza, fish, meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free
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The Olivelli story began with Olivelli's Hotel and restaurant which was founded in 1934 by Sicilian-born Rita and Enrico Olivelli. Situated in Store Street - heart of Bohemian London - it quickly became a culinary haven for students from nearby Rada and famous actors and actresses at London theatres. Olivelli's name spread rapidly thanks to its warm, friendly atmosphere and authentic, value-for-money food. Such was its reputation that the Marx Brothers insisted on eating at the restaurant on their one and only visit to England. Among other famous diners were the legendary 'naughty girl' Mae West, Danny Kaye, Mickey Rooney, Bob Hope and Liberace. When Sicilian-born Giovanni and Salvatore Salamone bought Olivelli in 1993 - the first of their popular chain of Olivelli Paradiso outlets (now known simply as Olivelli) across London - they took care to preserve the restaurant's unique characteristics, recreating its welcoming atmosphere and using only the finest, freshest ingredients sourced from Italy and nearby markets. Hardly surprising then that contemporary celebrities such as Kevin Spacey, Graham Norton, Jack Dee, Ben Elton, Eric Clapton and Mel Brookes continue to dine at Olivelli restaurants.

That’s dinner sorted!Enjoy this last-chance September Special pasta feast tonight…Don Vincenzo — mezze maniche pasta tea...
30/09/2026

That’s dinner sorted!

Enjoy this last-chance September Special pasta feast tonight…

Don Vincenzo — mezze maniche pasta teams up with Lucanica sausage (a Sicilian favourite that’s spiced with fennel seeds and black pepper), sautéed mixed mushrooms and shallots in a vine tomato sauce with saffron, cream, parmesan, cream of porcini mushroom, onion, white w**e and parsley, all topped with microgreens…

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

We’re already taking bookings for your Christmas parties!Enjoy two courses for £34.95 per person. Add £8 for dessert!Boo...
05/08/2026

We’re already taking bookings for your Christmas parties!

Enjoy two courses for £34.95 per person. Add £8 for dessert!

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Bag a pavement table and dine al fresco while enjoying our August Special — Mezze Maniche alla Angelo!Mezze maniche past...
31/07/2026

Bag a pavement table and dine al fresco while enjoying our August Special — Mezze Maniche alla Angelo!

Mezze maniche pasta – a short tubular shaped pasta slightly wider than rigatoni – partners perfectly with squid, vine tomato, cherry tomato, onion, shallot, garlic, white w**e, chilli, lemon zest, extra-virgin olive oil and parsley sauce. All topped with microgreens

The sun’s out and the mood is mellow so it’s time totake life at a leisurely pace…

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Back again by popular demand! French soprano and entertainer, Fabienne Borget, returns to Olivelli MAYFAIR on Saturday J...
09/07/2026

Back again by popular demand!

French soprano and entertainer, Fabienne Borget, returns to Olivelli MAYFAIR on Saturday July 25 from 6.30pm.

Opera, fun and naughtiness guaranteed!

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Time to dine al fresco!The sun’s out and the mood is mellow so bag a pavement table in any of our restaurants and take l...
09/07/2026

Time to dine al fresco!

The sun’s out and the mood is mellow so bag a pavement table in any of our restaurants and take life at a leisurely pace…

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Tap into the Sicilian vibe with our July Special, Mezze Maniche Viddanu!Mezze maniche pasta – a short tubular shape slig...
05/07/2026

Tap into the Sicilian vibe with our July Special, Mezze Maniche Viddanu!

Mezze maniche pasta – a short tubular shape slightly wider than rigatoni – with pancetta and Pecorino cheese in a delicious vegetable medley sauce of artichokes, broad beans, peas, shallots, and lettuce leaves – and topped with microgreens

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Still not tried our June Special?Fettuccine Capesante - fresh fettuccine pasta, succulent scallops, sun-dried tomatoes, ...
16/06/2026

Still not tried our June Special?

Fettuccine Capesante - fresh fettuccine pasta, succulent scallops, sun-dried tomatoes, leek, shallots, white w**e, lemon zest, garlic, chillies, pancetta, butter, fish broth and parsley - is available until the end of the month so make sure you don’t miss out!

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Make Sunday June 21 an extra special Father’s Day at Olivelli…Enjoy our two-course Father’s Day Menu for £29.95 pp. And ...
16/06/2026

Make Sunday June 21 an extra special Father’s Day at Olivelli…

Enjoy our two-course Father’s Day Menu for £29.95 pp. And if you still have room for more? Just add a dessert for £8!

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Enjoy another delightful evening of opera, naughtiness and fun!Fabienne Borget, renowned French soprano and entertainer,...
28/05/2026

Enjoy another delightful evening of opera, naughtiness and fun!

Fabienne Borget, renowned French soprano and entertainer, is back at Olivelli Mayfair on Saturday May 30th from 6.30pm, and at Olivelli Dulwich on Saturday June 13 from 6.30pm.

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

28/05/2026

Indulge in a delightful treat for our June Special!

Fettuccine Capesante - Fresh fettuccine pasta, scallops, sun-dried tomatoes, leek, shallots, white w**e, lemon zest, garlic, chillies, pancetta, butter, fish broth and parsley.

Book now at olivelli.co.uk/book-a-table

Family-run Sicilian restaurants

Pasta, pizza, fish, meat, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free

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London

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Monday 12pm - 10pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 12am
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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