Harden's survey result
Summary
“Crowded, buzzy and fun” – this “atypical Italian” (“one of the waiters even breaks into operatic arias”) “round the back of Finsbury Park station is a real neighbourhood gem”. “Owned and run by the incredibly friendly and attentive Paola”, its “cuisine ranges across Neapolitan and southern Italian in general and is totally unpretentious – it could be described as a little rustic”. “No dish disappoints but to nit-pick, the menu hardly changes”.
Summary
“Simple but delicious Italian food” and a “pretty, light and airy interior” are key ingredients at this good neighbourhood trattoria in Finsbury Park. The formula is topped off by “friendly proprietress Paola” (and, on occasion a “genuine opera-singing waiter”) guaranteeing a “lively and fun atmosphere”. Top Menu Tip – “leave room for the perfectly sized Cafe Tufo coffee with mascarpone”.
Summary
This “friendly” Finsbury Park local is “just what a neighbourhood Italian should be” – “an (occasionally) opera-singing waiter delivers a menu that’s limited but all good, with vegetarian options”, and there’s “a pleasant outside terrace”. Strong points noted in its Neapolitan-based repertoire include home-made pasta, and also branzino (European bass).
Summary
This “Italian gem” in Finsbury Park has locals purring with its “wonderful homemade pasta” and “brilliant service from Paola and her team” – “we were a fussy group aged 7 to 75 and the staff catered for our every desire”. Yes, there’s “a singing waiter”, but “it’s not cringe-worthy, he’s really good!”.
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67 Fonthill Rd, London, N4 3HZ
Restaurant details
Osteria Tufo Restaurant Diner Reviews
"This local Italian is a great venue close to the Park Theatre in Finsbury Park. While the surroundings may not be glamorous the food is very well prepared and authentic. Service could be more attentive but the owner and staff are nonetheless always friendly."
Prices
| Availability | 2 courses | 3 courses |  |
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| SundayLunch | £25.90 |  |
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Traditional European menu
| Starter | Main | Pudding |
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| £10.40 | £18.30 | £7.00 |
| Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £30.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £5.00 |
| Extras |
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| Bread | £3.00 |
| Service | 12.50% |
67 Fonthill Rd, London, N4 3HZ
Opening hours
| Monday | 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑3:30 pm, 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑3:30 pm, 5:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 12:30 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 12:30 pm‑9 pm |
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