O Ver St James

4.4

319 Reviews

£41 and over

Italian

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Charming

OUR PHILOSOPHY

‘O ver comes from the Neapolitan dialect to mean: “Truth”

We do our best to reflect this with the authentic, delicious and healthy food we freshly prepare every day.

‘O ver uses the unique ingredient of Pure Sea Water, which is extracted from the purest areas of the Mediterranean.

Less sodium and more minerals makes the food lighter and easy to digest.

Pizzas, breads and all the seafood dishes are made with Pure Sea Water.

We directly buy our ingredients from small independent Italian producers and we only use the best local suppliers.

We only serve Authentic Neapolitan Wood fired pizza, pasta from Gragnano, fresh fish & British meats.

Every single dish is handmade with love and patience by our chefs, in full respect of the tradition.

Simple recipes, only the best ingredients and a lot of Passion.

Please note we are serving a simple and delicious Sunday Lunch Menu for £55 per person with 11 courses including dessert. We do not serve Pizzas on Sunday.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Fri 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
020 7930 9664
Website
https://www.overuk.com/menu/st-james/food/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Giorgio Scilanga
Private party facilities
Our private dining room offers an intimate and exclusive setting for up to 12 guests, providing a special dining experience. Whether it's a family gathering, business meeting, or a celebration, this room allows guests to enjoy their meal in a private and comfortable atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the main dining area.

Location
1 Norris Street, London, SW1Y 4RJ
Neighborhood
Piccadilly
Cross street
3min walk from Piccadilly Circus <br />5 min walk from Trafalgar Square
Parking details
None
Public transit
Tube and buses. Walk from Picadilly circus
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

BRUSCHETTE (V)£12.00
Our toasted bread made from pure seawater served with: Sicilian “Datterino” tomatoes, garlic, oregano & fresh basil.
BURRATA AL TARTUFO (V)£15.50
Organic withe truffle burrata from Puglia topped with Italian black truffle paste, Served with handmade Sardinian “carasau” crunchy bread.
PROSCIUTTO & BURRATA£18.60
Fresh burrata from Murgia served with Artisan Parma ham D.O.P. aged 24 months
TARTARE DI TONNO £19.50
Wild red tuna tartare served with a green apple & cucumber mousse, fresh mascarpone, crunchy Tarallo Napoletano e Sorrento’s lemon zest.
CARPACCIO DI MANZO & TARTUFO£21.00
Farm bred scottish beef carpaccio served with “puntarelle” (chicory asparagus) 24-months aged D.O.P. Parmigiano Reggiano cheese & Italian black truffle, with a dressing of Sicilian blood orange & Sorrento’s lemon

SALADS

GREEN (V) (GF)£6.50
Mix green leaves and rocket salad dressed with cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil from Sicily.
MEDITERRANEAN SALAD£14.00
Green & red “Lollo” salad, cherry tomatoes, dry ricotta from Sicily, Nocellara olives, avocado with cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil from Sicily & balsamic vinegar dressing.

HOT STARTERS

PARMIGIANA DI MELANZANE (V)£15.00
Neapolitan style aubergines parmigiana with “San Marzano” D.O.P., tomato sauce, smoked mozzarella, Parmesan cheese & fresh basil.
CUOPPO DI MARE £16.50
Lightly fried Scottish squid & Mediterranean prawns. served with our ‘O Ver lime mayo & fresh chilli.
CARCIOFI DORATI & FRITTI£11.50
Fried artichokes (coated in egg, breadcrumbs, pecorino cheese, parsley & black pepper) served with ‘O Ver nduja mayo.
CROCCHÉ£9.50
Creamy mashed potatoes, parmesan & pecorino cheese, parsley & black pepper, served with two different fillings: Smoked mozzarella. ‘Nduja & Smoked mozzarella. (S) (Vegetarian option available)
FIORILLO DI ZUCCA£9.50
eep fried courgette flower stuffed with fresh buffalo ricotta cheese, smoked mozzarella, Sciacca’s anchovies, black pepper & Sorrento’s lemon zest. (Vegetarian option available)
ARANCINI ZUCCA & TALEGGIO£12.00
Two carnaroli rice balls with pumpkin, 24-months aged D.O.P. Parmigiano Reggiano cheese & taleggio cheese.

ACCOMPANIMENT

PANE£6.00
Handmade pure seawater bread.
ROSEMARY FOCACCIA (V)£7.00
CRUNCHY PARMESAN FOCACCIA (V)£7.50
GARLIC FOCACCIA£7.50
MIXEDOLIVES (V) (GF)£4.50
(Marinated in our secret seasoning)

PRIMI

FUSILLO PAOLONE£23.50
Neapolitan handmade fusillo from “Gragnano” Italian pork sausage from Tuscany simmered with white wine, Porcini mushroom, a touch of “San Marzano” DOP tomato sauce, fresh cherry tomatoes, shallots, thyme, rosemary & 24-month aged DOP Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
GNOCCHI ALLA SORRENTINA£18.50
Handmade potatoes gnocchi, cooked in a “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce with cherry tomatoes, smoked mozzarella, 24-month aged D.O.P. Parmigiano Reggiano, extra virgin olive oil from Sicily & fresh basil.
RAVIOLO GENOVESE£24.50
Handmade eggs ravioli filled with Genovese ragu (12 hours slow cooked beef & onions with pecorino romano cheese & parsley) cooked in butter & sage sauce, Pecorino romano cream
TAGLIATELLA AL TARTUFO£34.00
Handmade eggs tagliatelle cooked in a truffle butter sauce , 24-months aged D.O.P. Parmigiano Reggiano cheese & Italian black truffle
SPAGHETTO GAMBERI DI MAZARA & CARCIOFI£29.00
Gragnano’s spaghetti with artichokes, Mazara del Vallo prawns, Argentinian prawns, fresh parsley & Sorrento’s lemon zest.
RISOTTO AI FUNGHI & TALEGGIO£26.50
Carnaroli rice with wild mushrooms creamed with 24-months aged D.O.P. Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, butter & taleggio cheese

SECONDI

P O L P E T T A N A P O L E T A N A (N)£19.50
Farm bred beef & pork meatballs with Parmesan, Pecorino cheese & breadcrumbs, served in a rich “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce & our home-made seawater bread.
COTOLETTA MILANESE (for two persons)£46.00
Crispy and golden breaded veal chop (350 gr), served with potatoes purée, tenderstem broccoli with garlic, fresh chilli & our truffle O’Ver mayo.
MERLUZZO IN GUAZZETTO£25.50
Wild cod cooked with swiss chard, Italian cherry tomatoes, black Gaeta’s olives, Sicilian capers, basil & parsley, O’Ver homemade crunchy seawater bread.

NEOPOLITAN

M A R I N A R A (V) (red)£11.50
“San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce, Italian “Pizzutiello” tomatoes from Vesuvio organic garlic, wild oregano & fresh basil.
M A R G H E R I T A (V) (red)£14.50
Fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce & fresh basil.
R E G I N A (V) (red)£18.00
Neapolitan buffalo mozzarella, Italian “Pizzutioelo” cherry tomatoes from Vesuvio, “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce & fresh basil.
C A P R I C C I O S A (red)£19.00
Fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce, Chiodini mushroom Roman grilled artichokes, Italian cooked ham, black Gaeta’s olives & fresh basil.
S A L S I C C I A & F R I A R I E L L I (white)£18.50
Smoked mozzarella from Sorrento, Italian pork sausage from Tuscany, friarielli (wild leafy broccoli from Vesuvio simmered with white wine and chilli) & fresh basil.
SPACCANAPOLI£21.00
Vesuvio’s paccatella cherry tomatoes sauce, Cetara’s anchovies fillet, black olives from Gaeta, sicilian capers, oregano, garlic & fresh burrata.

FOLDED

C A L Z O N E N A P O L E T A N O (red)£18.50
Folded pizza stuffed with fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, smoked mozzarella, fresh buffalo ricotta, Neapolitan salami, “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce, black pepper & fresh basil.
C A L Z O N E V E G E T A R I A N O (V) (red)£17.50
Folded pizza stuffed with fior di latte mozzarella from Monte Lattari, smoked mozzarella, fresh buffalo ricotta, wild Chiodini mushrooms, “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce, black pepper & fresh basil

EXTRAS

Extras £3.00
Chiodini mushrooms, Tropea’s onion, grilled artichokes, black Gaeta’s olives, pan-roasted peppers, aubergines, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, walnuts, capers, rocket.
Extras £4.00
N’duja (spicy), Neapolitan salame, spianata calabrese (spicy), Parma ham, italian bacon, capocollo from Martina Franca, Italian cooked ham, Italian pork sausage from Tuscany, Sciacca’s Anchovies, Friarielli (wild broccoli).

GOURMET

DELICATA£19.00
Fior di latte mozzarella, from Monti Lattari pumpkin cream, champignon mushrooms, gorgonzola cheese, pumpkin seeds & fresh basil.
TROPEA£19.50
Fior di latte mozzarella, from Monti Lattari, tuna fillet, red onions from Tropea, sundried tomatoes, black olives from Gaeta, sicilian capers, origano & fresh basil.
SUD ITALIA£19.00
Crunchy parmesan focaccia, Friarielli (wild leafy broccoli from Vesuvio simmered with white wine and chilli) Spianata Calabrese (spicy salami), fresh chilli, black pepper, fresh Stracciatella & basil.
NOTTE DI PRIMAVERA£17.00
Fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, caralamelized red onions from Tropea, black pepper, honey & fresh basil.
VESUVIANA£18.00
Neapolitan buffalo mozzarella, yellow & semi sun-dried Piennolo tomatoes from Vesuvio, fresh chilli, black pepper, ricotta cheese & fresh basil
PIACENTINA£19.00
Neapolitan buffalo mozzarella, yellow Piennolo tomatoes from Vesuvio, fried aubergines, crispy rolled Italian pancetta, black pepper & fresh basil.
PALOMA£18.00
Smoked mozzarella from Monti Lattari, chiodini mushrooms, rolled Italian pancetta, black pepper & fresh basil

‘O VER CLASSICS

S O R R E N T O (V) (white)£15.00
Fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, yellow cherry tomatoes from Vesuvio, Sorrento’s lemon zest, black pepper & fresh basil.
C I N Q U E F O R M A G G I (white)£18.00
Fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, smoked mozzarella from Sorrento, fresh ricotta, gorgonzola, 24-month aged Parmesan cheese & fresh basil.
D I A V O L A (S) (red)£18.00
Fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce, Spianata Calabrese (spicy salami), N’duja (spicy pork sausage) & fresh basil.
S A L S I C C I A & F U N G H I “all’ombra” (red)£18.00
Smoked mozzarella from Sorrento and fior di latte mozzarella from Monti Lattari, shade of “San Marzano” D.O.P. tomato sauce, Italian pork sausage from Tuscany, chiodini mushrooms & fresh basil.

What 319 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

West End London
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

O Ver St James offers a charming dining experience with a "fantastic Italian pizza" and "excellent food and service." The restaurant's proximity to London's theaters makes it a convenient pre-show spot. Guests praise the "gourmet ingredients" and "warm, welcoming staff." Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

319 Reviews

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Andrew
London
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanks for a spectacular and delicious Christmas lunch with a dear friend. We started with rich, earthy arancini and bruschetta with a tangy and delicate mixed green salad. Then we shared a 3-cheese pizza ‘di giorno’ with beautifully roasted vegetables and tiny, juicy black olives. Our final dish was a creamy, perfectly al dente wild mushroom risotto with dollops of aged tallegio melting into it. Everything was beautifully presented, extremely flavorful and subtle, and a really delightful experience. Keep offering this quality and O Ver will be my favourite Italian restaurant in London. I’ll be back.
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Brendan
London
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Justifiably proud of their seawater based pizzas and certainly the middle was great but too doughy around the edges for me. Extremely friendly service at first and at the end but no ‘is there anything else you need?’ Or how is your food?’ Small gripe explains the 4 not 5 stars. Worth a visit
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Mia
London
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very nice restaurant, the food was great as was the service. The only reason it’s not a 5 star rating is that we had to ask for salt & pepper (twice) and the hefty service charge that was added to our bill.
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Daria
London
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The service was very disappointing. The manager seemed to have a heavy party the night before. I was there a few times before and it used to be way better. Unlikely I would come back.
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James
London
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Looks nice and in a decent location but the food is bland. Well presented and looks the part but the ingredients just leave no impression at all. Perfect for a quick meal pre-theatre if you don't mind over paying for the privilege of being in the area.
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Phil
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly staff, great ambiance & fantastic food! Thank you everyone involved!
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Margherita
London
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great evening with friends and this restaurant never disappoints. The food, service and overall experience was perfect. Thank you!
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Emilia
London
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Pizza was nice, staff welcoming until it was time to replace us. Looking at my confirmation email we should have had comfortable 2 hrs, but what was mostly annoying is that they showed us the bill without asking after 1hr and half, just saying that the table was needed. We asked twice what made their tiramisu so special that the menu stated ‘made our own way’: the first one was confused as mentioned ingredients like bread and wine, the second one didn’t like coffe so he has never tried it. Do better.
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Aly
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is my second visit to O Ver St. James. Both times, the food was very delicious and served promptly. The service is second to none - genuinely friendly staff who quick but never made us feel like we had to hurry. This is now one of my favourite places to eat.
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Pam
Las Vegas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is very tasty and service is great . Ambient music and lighting gives a cozy feel.
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FAQs

O Ver St James does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. O Ver St James also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7930 9664.

O Ver St James is rated 4.4 stars by 319 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1 Norris Street, London, SW1Y 4RJ

Additional information

Cross street
3min walk from Piccadilly Circus <br />5 min walk from Trafalgar Square
Neighborhood
Piccadilly
Hours of operation
Fri 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–6:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
£41 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Public transit
Tube and buses. Walk from Picadilly circus
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Giorgio Scilanga
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.overuk.com/menu/st-james/food/
Phone number
020 7930 9664
Private party facilities
Our private dining room offers an intimate and exclusive setting for up to 12 guests, providing a special dining experience. Whether it's a family gathering, business meeting, or a celebration, this room allows guests to enjoy their meal in a private and comfortable atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the main dining area.

O Ver St James

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Margherita

Marinara

VESUVIANA

Fresh and Delicious

COLD STARTERS

BRUSCHETTE (V)£12.00

BURRATA AL TARTUFO (V)£15.50

PROSCIUTTO & BURRATA£18.60

TARTARE DI TONNO £19.50

CARPACCIO DI MANZO & TARTUFO£21.00

SALADS

GREEN (V) (GF)£6.50

MEDITERRANEAN SALAD£14.00

HOT STARTERS

PARMIGIANA DI MELANZANE (V)£15.00

CUOPPO DI MARE £16.50

CARCIOFI DORATI & FRITTI£11.50

CROCCHÉ£9.50

FIORILLO DI ZUCCA£9.50

ARANCINI ZUCCA & TALEGGIO£12.00

ACCOMPANIMENT

PANE£6.00

ROSEMARY FOCACCIA (V)£7.00

CRUNCHY PARMESAN FOCACCIA (V)£7.50

GARLIC FOCACCIA£7.50

MIXEDOLIVES (V) (GF)£4.50

PRIMI

FUSILLO PAOLONE£23.50

GNOCCHI ALLA SORRENTINA£18.50

RAVIOLO GENOVESE£24.50

TAGLIATELLA AL TARTUFO£34.00

SPAGHETTO GAMBERI DI MAZARA & CARCIOFI£29.00

RISOTTO AI FUNGHI & TALEGGIO£26.50

SECONDI

P O L P E T T A N A P O L E T A N A (N)£19.50

COTOLETTA MILANESE (for two persons)£46.00

MERLUZZO IN GUAZZETTO£25.50

NEOPOLITAN

M A R I N A R A (V) (red)£11.50

M A R G H E R I T A (V) (red)£14.50

R E G I N A (V) (red)£18.00

C A P R I C C I O S A (red)£19.00

S A L S I C C I A & F R I A R I E L L I (white)£18.50

SPACCANAPOLI£21.00

FOLDED

C A L Z O N E N A P O L E T A N O (red)£18.50

C A L Z O N E V E G E T A R I A N O (V) (red)£17.50

EXTRAS

Extras £3.00

Extras £4.00

GOURMET

DELICATA£19.00

TROPEA£19.50

SUD ITALIA£19.00

NOTTE DI PRIMAVERA£17.00

VESUVIANA£18.00

PIACENTINA£19.00

PALOMA£18.00

‘O VER CLASSICS

S O R R E N T O (V) (white)£15.00

C I N Q U E F O R M A G G I (white)£18.00

D I A V O L A (S) (red)£18.00

S A L S I C C I A & F U N G H I “all’ombra” (red)£18.00

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