Dinner date ideas in London

“We've booked upon cravings of some good authentic italian meal on Mother's day. Deapite it being a busy night,which was expected, the staff managed the rush perfectly and provided friendly and efficient service. We had tasty arancini and fried camembert. The gorgonzola gnocchi were mouthwatering. Premises had a welcoming atmosphere, and the bathroom was sparkly clean and well maintained. We very much enjoyed and look forward to coming again”

“Hidden gem in NW10. Authentic Portuguese at a very reasonable price. The chicken is delicious, the beer is cold and the staff are great. What more could one want?”

“Ok this place doesn't look like much... But check out the operation going on inside. Solid propper kitchen. The Monkey Special is my new favourite, spicy and a touch sharp. Lamb Chops were spiced to the max. Its my new go to takeaway after this. I'm a normal bloke btw not some foody reviewer”

“Local bossman is lovely always hooks you up with the best pizza, amazing price for quality and quantity on takeout”

“One of the most wonderful meals i’ve ever eaten- i felt like i was back in Italy. Everything I ate was sublime, so rich in flavor and such large portions for the price. You must get the parmiggiana di melanzane!!! I will be dreaming about this. Both the wine and the melon shots were also divine. The atmosphere is warm and beautiful, with an absolutely gorgeous secret garden in the back. The staff- an italian family from Bologna- were so friendly and attentive. They gave me a tour of the entire restaurant, gave me great recommendations and talked me through all of their dishes. Would go back in an instant. 100/10”

“Pizza was delicious! Just how I like it! Love the hint of lemon on the zucchini pizza! There is a lovely outdoor space for when the weather is good tho we sat inside. They do not sell beer but you can get one from the place close by.”

“I had the Linguine Granchio at Bella Vita last night and it was absolutely fantastic — perfectly cooked pasta with tender, flavorful crab in a light, aromatic sauce that tasted incredibly fresh. For dessert, the Tiramisu was heavenly — creamy, rich, and just the right balance of coffee and sweetness. Every bite was pure Italian delight! The service was friendly, and the cozy atmosphere made the meal even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!”

“I regularly come here as the pizza is satisfying, the price is good value and the service is consistently excellent. Food is made quickly. The interior is always clean. If you want a reliable takeaway there are few that are better than this.”

“Delish, fresh, and customised. You can pre book, call, or just show up for takeaway. Upon soup, could be tastier with plain chicken breast”

“Fuji Sushi & Noodles is a really cute spot in Penge. The service is outstanding - so friendly, charming and sweet. Delicious, fresh food - great portion sizes - the veggie gyoza and udon noodles were both fantastic. Very good value too. A cosy little cafe. Would like to return to try the sushi and bento boxes. Thanks for a lovely late lunch today!”

“It was our first time here. My mum who complains about all types of places we visit for food said the food is "excellent". We loved the food and the portion sizes are huge!! Nicely decorated for Halloween, restaurant has a nice ambience. Staff are really friendly. Everything was wonderful. Thank you, we will visit again!”

“Honestly some of the best Turkish food I've ever had. I ordered the lamb beyti yogurtlu and it was incredible. The waitresses were lovely too. Absolute gem of a place.”

“Great food, tasty and balanced! Gluten free ingredients safe also for coeliac people!”

“Lovely place to have an authentic pizza…. The ingredients are so fresh. This place not only serves pizza you can buy salads, pasta and desserts. I’m I love with their wood fire pizza oven. You can pay with card or cash, they deliver to your door. The service was nice fast and polite.”

“We ordered biryani for my son's birthday, and it tasted absolutely delicious. It was mildly spiced, making it perfect for kids. The tandoori chicken was tender and perfectly cooked.”

“I ordered the massaman curry for delivery- I got it spicy with prawns and coconut rice. I was soooo happy with the meal- the food is so flavorful and the spice level was high without blowing my face off or not allowing me to enjoy the actual flavor. The coconut rice was the perfect slightly sweet addition. Great portions. I’ll be visiting in-store for sure! Note- I added my own green onions and cilantro, just my personal preference :)”

“I have to say this is one of the best takeaways in Hemel. The food is consistently amazing and I have struggled to find a better tasting pasta and pizzas. The Gambas is by far my favourite pasta dish and as for the pizza you can’t go wrong with the Capricciosa ♥️♥️♥️. The food as comes hot and quick delivery. I highly recommend”

“Absolutely delicious galette as a delivery... Complete with extra ham... If I was in the restaurant would have defo doubled up on a confit duck. 5 min in the oven works a charm... So delicious... Great treat... Thank you for the kind message on the box! See you soon”

“Been coming to this cafe for 10+ years and I have never had a bad meal here. Without a doubt the best cafe in town. Staff are super friendly”

“I almost never write reviews, but Trio Cafe is so good! I always get the Turkish breakfast or fry up, my wife loves their omelette and jacket potato. Great value and flavours, food is ready fast. Neigbourhoodly vibe. Employees are kind and efficient.”

“Nice and cosy café with delicious sandwiches and drinks, cool atmosphere and Vincenzo is a great host! Highly recommended!!”

“Thanks to Lester I was able to organise the best end-of-year ball for my university society. Our boat, Viscount, was perfect for our 90 guests and the crew were so helpful with all matters - they made me feel so at ease that I was able to relax and have fun with my guests. Since the event, I have received many positive comments about the party and the venue. Would definitely recommend.”

“Just by looking at the place when walking by, you would never expect that the pizza and service here would be “magical” but it truly was in every aspect. My pizza magician was Gino and he ran the entire operation during my visit there. He took the orders, served the drinks, cashed me out, and bussed the tables. He deserves all the credit for my dining experience. Gino was very affable and charming — it just added to the experience. I am not a huge pizza fan so if I rave about pizza, those who know me know I’m being genuine. Nevertheless, I couldn’t decide on which pizza to get so after explaining what I like (melt your mouth spicy) and don’t like (soggy or salty ingredients), he made a custom one for me and it didn’t fail to deliver. I would absolutely recommend checking out this place. As you can tell from my photography skills, I’m not an influencer or bot by any means. I just really enjoyed the pizza and think the place deserves to be acknowledged for it.”

“Wonderful. That probably doesn't do it justice. The location is idyllic. The house is gorgeous and the restaurant is beautifully decorated. We sat outside as it was a lovely day with a spectacular view across the valley. We went for the set menu. It's not cheap but actually it's not unreasonable for the quantity and quality of the food. A few surprises (ants - deliberately - on the sushi) which were utterly delicious. We had different choices and every one of them was fantastic. Service was brilliant - friendly and informative - and the whole experience was unrushed, relaxed and sublime. Couldn't have had a better celebration of our anniversary. I also can't reccommend it enough.”

“AMAZING service from Hamzah, really made my night. Very professional, polite and really respects his job. He is very proud of the place he works and made me feel really well looked after. It’s so rare to find service like this, especially in london! Thank you so much for your hospitality and great food. Lots of love”

“Came here for dinner before movie in Angel. Nice place in terms of atmosphere. Portion and price is definitely on the pricier side. But delicious and good quality katsu Don is guaranteed!”

“If you're a fan of pizza, then Alforno Caffe in Ruislip should definitely be on your list of must-visit restaurants. The wood-fired pizzas here are truly exceptional, with a crispy crust and delicious toppings that will leave you wanting more. One of my favorite pizzas is the classic Margherita. The tomato sauce is rich and flavorful, and the mozzarella cheese is perfectly melted and gooey. For something a bit more adventurous you can try their sweet pizzas. The pizza menu at Alforno Caffe also includes vegetarian and vegan options, such as the delicious Mediterranean pizza topped with roasted vegetables and olives. The restaurant also offers gluten-free pizza bases for those with dietary restrictions. The pizzas are made using only the freshest ingredients, and the wood-fired oven ensures that each pizza is cooked to perfection. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it the perfect spot for a casual meal with friends or family. Overall, Alforno Caffe is a must-visit for pizza lovers in Ruislip. Halal chicken available so make sure you try the delicious buffalo wings Finishing off our meal we really enjoyed their apple pie. The coffee here is amazing. True authentic Italian coffee and we enjoyed it with our lotus biscoff biscuit.”

“Lovely food here. Nice atmosphere with great food. The beef short rib was very soft and tender, the loaded chips with pulled beef was great and very unique to all others I have tried. The lamb shank roast was great too. The chefs know what they are doing. Its fully halal too, with no alcohol.”

“We had an amazing time chatting with Giada and we loved the food! Definitely recommend the smoothies, parmigiana, steak and calamari.”

“Food is beyond amazing,everything is fresh and tasty. Staff are also very friendly and great customer service too. I really recommend this.”