An authentic, bustling slice of Italy in Pimlico where the banter is loud, the space is tiny, and the produce is directly imported.
Ordering Strategy
It is primarily a takeaway spot due to limited space; grab a ticket for the deli counter or hope for a rare pavement table on a sunny day.
What to order
Nonna
Perfectly soft meatballs in a crispy ciabatta and tomato sauce - my go to order every thime
Alba Panini
A substantial £8 sandwich packed with soft Mortadella, cheese, truffle sauce, and rocket.
Octopus Salad
Described as 'outright outrageously ambrosial' and a 'clear favourite' by regulars; this deli counter item is paid for by weight.
Meat and Cheese Platter
A bespoke option where the staff may 'tailor a meat and cheese platter to your liking', creating a customized experience that is 'an offer we could not refuse'.
What to skip
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Berkeley Square Barbarian (100%)
Editorial Weight 70 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 0 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 2 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 15 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 25 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
0 Elite · 0 Editorial · 1 total signals
Public signal
4.8★ (638 reviews)
Good to know
The shop is tiny and often has a queue. They import 90% of their stock directly from Italy to keep prices low. Staff can be 'moody' but generally charming.
Locations
Trust signals
- ✓Visited
- highConfidence level
- 2026-04Menu last checked
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