The Rex Deli
Mayfair, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Mayfair Counter-Format Dining
Dress
Casual
Why go
The Rex Deli is a practical Mayfair pick when ease matters more than a formal restaurant experience. Use it for a quick central stop or daytime meet-up, especially Monday to Saturday when hours run into the evening; choose a higher-commitment peer if the occasion needs a defined cuisine, chef profile, or splurge setting.
About The Rex Deli
In London, The Rex Deli works best with a few practical details in mind: it keeps casual dress and opens from 10 AM into the evening Monday to Saturday, with a shorter Sunday schedule. Plan it as a flexible London stop rather than building a highly specific meal around assumptions.
For repeat visitors, the most reliable planning point is timing. The hours support daytime and evening visits Monday to Saturday, while Sunday is more limited. Beyond that, avoid assuming a signature dish, special menu, or particular service style unless you have checked current information directly with the venue.
Use it for a casual London stop, not an over-specified occasion
The clearest cue is the casual dress code. There are no confirmed awards, chef details, price tier, cuisine description, or menu specifics in the available information, so this is not a page to promise a particular kind of meal. Treat The Rex Deli as a practical London option when a casual setting and broad opening hours matter more than a destination-restaurant profile.
Because cuisine, signature items, allergy or dietary procedures are not confirmed, ordering should be guided by what the venue is offering at the time of your visit. If a dietary restriction is important, confirm directly before ordering rather than relying on assumptions.
Timing is the main advantage
The schedule is the most useful planning detail: Monday to Saturday, The Rex Deli is open 10 AM–9 PM; on Sunday, it is open 10 AM–6 PM. That makes timing the safest way to think about a visit. Choose a slot that fits your wider London plans, do not rely on claims about booking difficulty, service style, or menu format.
Know Before You Go
- Location: London
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 10 AM–9 PM; Sunday 10 AM–6 PM
- Dress: Casual
- Good for: Casual London plans when the hours fit your schedule.
Planning details
- Location
- 38 Bruton Pl, London W1J 6NX, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- therexdeli.com
- Phone
- +44 20 3340 9250
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Rex Deli reads as Mayfair’s everyday counterpoint to the neighbourhood’s formal tasting rooms. It leans into a deli’s democratic rhythm — counter selections, prepared plates and an emphasis on ingredient quality rather than kitchen theatrics. The tone is relaxed and quietly confident: this is a place for straightforward, well-executed food rather than ceremony. Located on Bruton Place, it sits comfortably in the calmer mews behind Bond Street, where faster, less ceremonial dining has historically given the area its domestic charm. The atmosphere feels approachable and unpretentious, a deliberate contrast to its more formal neighbours.
Best For
This is a spot for informal visits and everyday stops in Mayfair. The deli’s structure encourages quick lunches, solo meals and casual catch-ups where the guest directs the sequence of the meal. It functions as an accessible alternative to the neighbourhood’s pre-planned tasting menus, making it ideal for walkers-in, midday breaks or anyone who wants high-quality, unfussy food without a reservation-driven format. Because the menu is built around prepared items and counter selections, it suits people who prioritise ease, speed and choice over a set, multi-course experience.
Ordering Tips
Think like a customer-editor: the menu is flat and choice-driven, so order the items that reflect what you want to eat rather than following a prescribed sequence. Counter selections and assembled plates sit side by side, so pair a signature sandwich — the Larry Club — with one of the deli’s prepared items, or opt for a heartier plate such as the chicken and leek pie. For something sharper, try the venison tartare. The format rewards picking a few complementary items rather than a single large course, and arriving with an appetite for mix-and-match combinations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and inviting atmosphere in a charming converted historic stable with original features and reclaimed wood furniture.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Larry Club sandwich
- chicken and leek pie
- venison tartare
Planning details
Location
38 Bruton Pl, London W1J 6NX, United Kingdom · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Cocochine, Modern French, ££££
- Guinea Grill, Steak, Steak
- Silva, Modern Cuisine, £££
- Bellamy's, Notable alternative
- Lilibet's, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Against The Cocochine, The Rex Deli is the easier, lower-commitment choice. The Cocochine is the move for Modern French polish and a ££££ spend; this is the practical Mayfair fallback when the plan needs speed and flexibility rather than a full occasion meal.
Guinea Grill is a clearer pick for steak and a more traditional sit-down experience, while Silva gives a more defined Modern Cuisine proposition at £££. Choose those when the meal itself is the point. Choose The Rex Deli when location and ease are doing more of the work.
Bellamy's and Lilibet's sit in the same broader Mayfair decision set, but they make more sense when the group wants a restaurant-shaped evening. The Rex Deli is better for a lighter plan, a daytime stop, or a simple pre- or post-drinks bite.
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Compare The Rex Deli
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rex Deli | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| The Cocochine | London | Modern French | ££££ | 2026 National Restaurant Awards Top 100 · #752026 Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants · #792026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #92Star Wine Lists 20262026 AA 3-Rosette RestaurantsMichelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin Plate |
| Guinea Grill | London | Steak | ; | 2026 World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants · #99Star Wine Lists 20262025 World's Best Steaks 101 Best Steak Restaurants · #892023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended |
| Silva | London | Modern Cuisine | £££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate |
| Bellamy’s | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Lilibet's | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Rex Deli handle dietary restrictions?
If your restriction is strict, confirm directly with The Rex Deli before ordering. If you want to compare with another London option, The Cocochine is a separate venue to research on its own current terms.
What should a first-timer know about The Rex Deli?
Go with the basics: The Rex Deli is in London, the dress code is casual, the hours are 10 AM–9 PM Monday to Saturday and 10 AM–6 PM Sunday.
What should I order at The Rex Deli?
Check what is available at the venue when you visit, use current official information for any menu details.
What should I wear to The Rex Deli?
Casual dress is the dress code. There is no need to infer a more formal standard from the London setting alone.
