A fiercely beloved, family-run neighborhood Italian gem offering exceptional hand-rolled pastas and a warmly nostalgic, homespun atmosphere.
Ordering Strategy
Start with shared antipasti like the Molinata (Puglian broad bean dip) or a crostone, then focus heavily on their famous daily hand-rolled pastas. Pair your meal with their all-Italian wine list or a saffron and sour-cherry spritz.
What to order
Tagliatelle al Ragù Marchigiano
The mainstay of the menu, this dish is made traditionally with chicken hearts and gizzards and simmered slowly into what critics call a 'comforting delight.'
Wild Funghi Pappardelle
A hearty, comforting dish featuring perfectly al dente hand-rolled pasta in a thick, flavor-packed mushroom sauce.
Saffron and Sour-Cherry Spritz
A unique and highly recommended drink that reviewers suggest you 'make sure not to miss' if it is appearing on the menu.
Bitter Chocolate and Almond Cake
A standout selection for dolci, this rich cake is served with gelato and is specifically highlighted as a way to indulge.
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Signal Score
Signal score reflects how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.
Top critic: Rachel Cooke (90%)
Editorial Weight 59 pts
Authority + depth + recency
Agreement 7 pts
How aligned the critics are
Coverage 10 pts
How many real review signals exist
Public Signal 11 pts
Google rating + volume
Boosts 0 pts
Manual boosts + hidden gem
Review signals
2 Elite · 2 Editorial · 7 total signals
Public signal
4.5★ (576 reviews)
Good to know
Recently crowned Best Local Restaurant in London by the Good Food Guide. It's extremely popular with locals and Queen's Park residents, so reservations are essential. Closed on Sundays.
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