I've been here several times - the perfect meeting place to have coffee, brunch or lunch with friends. The service is always top-notch, the food served quickly and of a very high standard. Portion sizes are commensurate with the pricing. I dropped a star only due to a service charge being added to the bill, which I do not agree with. As an ex-waitress (many years ago) I always appreciate and reward good service and would rather make my own decision on the amount. I would have left more than the service charge, so it's not the money; it's the principle.

I knew this place would be good when I saw people having a smoke sesh outside with some espresso. Pollo alla Barracudda was fire and idk what they cooked the carrots in but they were like garlicky and leng. Got a Moretti too which they have on draught. Only mark down in giving them is the potatoes which were a bit dry and undercooked, don’t do potatoes if they’re not your strong suit. Who comes to an Italian restaurant and asks for potatoes? Tbf probs on me for not getting a pasta. Also there was a party going on upstairs and these kids were yelling, which isn’t the restaurant fault but I feel they could do with a bit of music or something for ambience. Anyway ts was banging, if you’re in Stanmore you could do a whole lot worse

Restaurant has a group floor area and an upstairs. Great decor and ambience. Love the feel.The staff are friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Never had to call the staff for anything. Good vegetarian options. We ordered cannelloni, which was perfect and also mezana, which was an aubergine cheese type dish, which was quite salty and very cheesy. My husband enjoyed his Linguine De Mar, which was a fair portion and enough to take home. Would go back for sure.

Very good food and lovely team of waiters at this buzzing restaurant. Everything we ordered looked good and the portions are generous. The calf liver dish was a bit slimey so not as nice as it could have been. The tuna steak was far too salty so again, could have been a lot tastier. Would go again and order other dishes as overall it is a good place for a meal out.

First time dining here, and very pleased we did. Quality eatery with good, fast, friendly service. Portion size, in particular are large, and I love that! We had the evening Al a cart menu and for the food served, pricing was very reasonable. I highly recommend this restaurant, and we'll be returning soon. More yummy food served on our return to this restaurant today.