Italian Restaurants in London have a long and distinguished history, they vary from small family run concerns to formal dining establishments, but with a plethora to choose from which are worth visiting? Here is our guide on some of the best:
Alloro based in Mayfair W1 is a charming restaurant with a wide range of traditional and modern Italian food, it has good friendly service. With a range of fresh food and exhaustive wine list Alloro offers quality food at reasonable prices.
The River Cafe in Hammersmith W6 is a cosy restaurant with seating the courtyard for those long summer days. A wonderful relaxed atmosphere is evident that most restaurants would struggle to match. The food is high class as is the service. Its popularity ensures it is essential to book.
Rosmarino in fashionable St Johns Wood NW8 has a wonderful glass decked terrace to ensure you can enjoy the joys of outdoor dining all year round. The menu is a fusion of the traditional and modern. Service is pleasant and desserts a particular speciality, you would be hard pushed to find a place that does dessert better than Rosmarino.
Neal Street in Covent Garden WC2, is owed by top chef Antonio Carluccio. The restaurant is established as one of the best and has become synonymous with Covent Garden. The menu has many exciting creations, the food and service are top class. The atmosphere is friendly adding to the great dining experience.
Zucca in Notting Hill W11, is a firm favourite with the locals attracting the fashionable crowd among others. The spacious interior and friendly service mean it is a pleasure to visit. Good quality food and an exhaustive wine list are available, it also offers good value for money.
Zafferano in Knightsbridge SW1, is an up market restaurant characterised by offering good food and a great wine choice while also offering good value. There is something on the menu and wine list to suit most tastes, the service is polite and friendly. It is a good all round restaurant that offers a fine dining experience.
Italian Restaurants