Harden's survey result
Summary
There’s “a lot to like and not much to dislike” at this duo of “basic neighbourhood Italians” in South Ken and Dulwich Village – even harsher critics (who say the food is “generic” or “just about passable”) find them “pleasant”; and they’re often “full of families” because the “excellent staff make kids very welcome”.
Summary
With their “decent menu of Italian food at good prices” and terraces for al fresco dining, this low-key duo can be useful options – the South Ken branch is “perfect for a pre-museum or Sunday grazing trip”, while its bigger Dulwich Village sibling is “filled with families and dogs”. “You wouldn’t make a special journey, but they’re reliably pleasant”.
Summary
This duo of traditional local Italians are “perfectly good for a cheap ’n’ cheerful meal”, with pasta and pizza cooked to order and a “great atmosphere”. Both branches have terraces for al fresco dining – both front and back in Dulwich Village; heated and covered in South Ken.
Summary
This “good, dependable local Italian” duo in South Kensington and Dulwich Village can be relied on for plates of “excellent pizza” and “freshly made pasta” at sensible prices. There’s a “great atmosphere when they’re busy”, and “children are made very welcome”. The South Ken branch, formerly part of Christie’s auction house, has a useful heated terrace for dining al fresco.
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