Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
Interior - Meson Don Felipe, London,

Meson Don Felipe

4.4 (2544)
£25 and under
Spanish
53 The Cut, London, SE1 8LF

Make a reservation

A photo of Meson Don Felipe restaurant

Meson Don Felipe

4.4
£25 and under
Spanish
Waterloo

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Charming
Established in 1987, Meson Don Felipe was the first Tapas Bar in London and we are still an independent, family-run business. You can expect great tapas and some amazing, well-priced Spanish wines, served in an authentic, relaxed atmosphere.
We have an outside terrace with heaters and umbrellas but of course, we can't promise the weather! If you book outside we can't guarantee a table inside if the weather changes.
For those unable to eat-in, we offer our famous Paellas for takeaway at lunchtime Monday-Friday.
Thank you for all your support and we look forward to welcoming you soon to this little bit of Spain in Waterloo.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    53 The Cut, London, SE1 8LF
  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Cross street
    Corner of Short Street and The Cut, opposite the Young Vic
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    We are halfway along The Cut, the busy thoroughfare that links Waterloo Road to Blackfriars Road, just five minutes walk from Waterloo main line and Northern line underground stations (Take Old Vic exit from Waterloo Station). We are also near Southwark station, Jubilee line. The Young Vic theatre is opposite us and The Old Vic just along the road.
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 🇪🇸 ¡Olé! FREE glass of La Goya Manzanilla Sherry

    1 - 8 people

    Oct 29, 2026 - Nov 7, 2026
    To celebrate International Sherry Week enjoy a free glass of La Goya Manzanilla Sherry on us at Meson Don Felipe Terms & Conditions: One complimentary glass of La Goya Sherry per person. Minimum spend of £20 per person on tapas. Valid on bookings of up to 8 guests per table. Offer available until 7th November 2026 and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion. Subject to availability
    🇪🇸 ¡Olé! FREE glass of La Goya Manzanilla Sherry Photo

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Menu

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Meson Don Felipe.

4.4

4.4
(2544)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Meson Don Felipe is cherished for its "authentic Spanish tapas" and "friendly service." The restaurant boasts a "lively atmosphere" and is ideal for pre-theatre dining near The Old Vic. Guests praise its "great value" and "delicious food," although some mention service can be "slow during busy times."
2,544 Reviews

  1. Mr Jonathan

    London2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Lovely, have visited many times before and food is excellent. My only concern is background music (rap) does not suit the restaurant. Maybe some nice Spanish music would benefit the ambience.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Jools

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very friendly well informed staff who discussed various tapas with us and on choosing the wine gave us samples of two we were considering. The food was the same high standard I remembered from years ago and ambiance was just as conducive to an enjoyable lunch with great pals.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Natalie

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Substandard food, the entire approach feels about two decades out of date. When there are so many brilliant Spanish tapas places in London, I see no reason to go back to Meson Don Felipe. Service felt stressed and hurried, unwelcoming. Much to improve.

    Is this helpful?

  4. KAREN

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tables were very tight and small. The good came out all together which made this tricky and limited to how much we could order. Very busy and noisy but a good atmosphere. Service was a little slow but the staff were friendly and polite. Great location for The Old Vic and tube stations.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Rowena

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great place, food was fantastic. Only down side was our table for 2 was tiny for the amount of food we ordered!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Claire

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, lovely atmosphere and service. Only improvement would have been colder beers

    Is this helpful?

  7. Dasos

    Miami2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Have been a customer here for several years, excellent Spanish tapas bar. Great food, great service in a relaxed buzzy atmosphere.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Mahi Gold

    London13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Croquettes, Octopus, jam on and service were great.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Chris Gold

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience. Lovely food and good service. It would be perfect except for one member of staff who had no idea how to use the ipad for taking orders, didn't know anything about the drinks they sold and got our order wrong twice. They were obviously disinterested to the point that they seemed to be avoiding customers.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Philip

    Gloucestershire11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely friendly welcome. Excellent spot with authentic Spanish atmosphere. Staff excellent, attentive and friendly without being overly familiar. Leyan was especially helpful with the menu and general hospitality. Food was superb. Chorizo, Patatas Bravas garlic prawns and some aubergine dish my wife ordered that was delicious. Was slightly nervous after reading recent reviews but was pleasantly surprised.

    Is this helpful?

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    53 The Cut, London, SE1 8LF
  • Neighborhood
    Waterloo
  • Cross street
    Corner of Short Street and The Cut, opposite the Young Vic
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    We are halfway along The Cut, the busy thoroughfare that links Waterloo Road to Blackfriars Road, just five minutes walk from Waterloo main line and Northern line underground stations (Take Old Vic exit from Waterloo Station). We are also near Southwark station, Jubilee line. The Young Vic theatre is opposite us and The Old Vic just along the road.
  • Additional
    Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

FAQs

Yes, families dine here; reviewers specifically mention dining with a toddler and an early pre-theatre supper with a 12‑year‑old granddaughter, so it’s welcoming for children.

Meson Don Felipe is at its liveliest around pre- and post-theatre service and on Saturday evenings, while mid-afternoon and weekday lunch visits are noticeably quieter.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, everyday clothing is appropriate for dining at Meson Don Felipe.

Meson Don Felipe welcomes private parties, private gatherings are part of the restaurant's offering.

Meson Don Felipe serves generous portions, guests frequently describe the tapas as filling and say they left comfortably full.

Meson Don Felipe feels like an authentic, cosy Spanish tapas bar with traditional decor and the original pub bar at its centre; it’s warm and buzzy when full and can feel snug and lively.

Wednesdays are a lovely choice, guests mention a delicious Wednesday lunch and report an easy Wednesday walk-in that worked well for them.

Yes, Meson Don Felipe has an outside terrace with heaters and umbrellas, and guests often mention enjoying meals outdoors there.

How FAQ content is generated

  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. South West London
  5. Waterloo

Make a reservation

A photo of Meson Don Felipe restaurant

Meson Don Felipe

4.4
£25 and under
Spanish
Waterloo

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2026 OpenTable, Inc. 425 Market St Ste 1200, San Francisco CA 94105 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo