Cuisine Guide

Fine Dining — Best Italian in Central London

Discover handpicked Italian restaurants in Central London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

4 restaurants

1
Murano

Modern Italian · ££££ · Mayfair

84Signal

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Tagliatelle with roast ceps/porcini and 24-month aged Parmesan Reggiano

Reviewers highlight the 'excellent texture' of the hand-made pasta combined with the 'earthy mushroom flavour' and the 'richness of the cheese.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Luca

Italian · ££££ · Clerkenwell

82Signal

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Parmesan Fries

Described as the 'exquisite love child of a churro and a croqueta,' these 'gossamer-light and greaseless fingers of cheese' are a Luca trademark that critics claim they could eat by the 'family bucket.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Carlotta

Italian-American · ££££ · Marylebone

81Signal

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Tortelloni With Lamb Ragù

Hand-made tortelloni stuffed with a spicy Cornish lamb ragù and served with a rich tomato sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano, and fresh basil.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Doppo

Italian · ££££ · Soho

70Signal

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Monkfish

Thick cylinders of marble-white flesh served with a 'tarragon-spotted beurre blanc' that critics described as 'marriage material' and luxurious enough to keep one 'furnished with Champagne'.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

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