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Fitzrovia
Da Paolo
Da Paolo Reviews

Da Paolo

Italian, Mediterranean, European

Dishes priced around£16

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Reviews of Da Paolo (533)

Read what people think about Da Paolo. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about Da Paolo before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about Da Paolo and book a table with confidence!

5.5/6

533 reviews

5.5/6

533 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Very good"
5/6
Alan W.6 years ago · 2 reviews

Nice friendly Italian restaurant in central london. Decent portion size and fresh ingredients meant it was a tasty experience. Recommended and I certainly will be back again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Claude H.6 years ago · 1 review

everything was just great ! the food, the service, the location and the athmosphere ! very good address... i will come back as soon as possible

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa M.6 years ago · 1 review

Great food, great service & a cute setting. We will be going back for sure! Oh and they gave us a shot of lemoncello for free

"Good"
4/6
Hiten P.6 years ago · 1 review

great service and lovely food , The selection of dishes was great. Only issue I had was cost of wine. Family orientated restaurant which had a great feel.

"Average"
3/6
Brian Q.6 years ago · 1 review

Rather old fashioned. Food was reasonable but not very memorable. Felt like an Italian restaurant from the 1970s and food was slightly of that era.

"Good"
4/6
Paul H.6 years ago · 5 reviews

The food is excellent and the decor is delightful. Prices are reasonable. Service is quite slow when it is busy but everything is freshly cooked. My one complaint is that I was not allowed to book a particular table on the ground floor, was made to go downstairs where I was told it was less noisy, and it became extremely noisy. Perhaps they are more accommodating early in the week. If not...

"Excellent"
6/6
Godwin D.6 years ago · 1 review

Very authentic Italian eaterie, very good meal. The service was just perfect. For starters the minestrone soup was very hearty, and for mains I recommend the tortellini. Top class little place

"Very good"
5/6
Riccardo T.6 years ago · 1 review

A great little restaurant. off the beaten path in Charlotte Place. Intimate setting, attentive staff, wide menu with fabulous food and wine. Don't miss it.

"Good"
4/6
Ralph L.6 years ago · 1 review

Good food slightly on the pricey side. Though servings were plentiful. Small restaurant. Would have been cozy but service was rather grouchy verging on the unpleasant. Probably wouldn't go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
SPYROS K.6 years ago · 1 review

Great restaurant, nice service and excellent food. Totally recommend it. I am a regular customer and it is always nice to go back to this restaurant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Rishi K.6 years ago · 1 review

V.good service, waiters, and waitresses very prompt. The quality of food is spot on, with not too long of a wait, ambiance is romantic and soothing. Overall good quality affordable Italian restaurant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lorraine L.6 years ago · 2 reviews

We had a lovely long Mothers day lunch here. The staff were great and the food delicious. We will definitely go back again very soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Charlene C.6 years ago · 1 review

Wonderful local restaurant Good portions Decent wine list I still enjoy dining at places that have proper tablecloths The staff are friendly The lobster pasta is excellent !

"Good"
4/6
Trevor Q.6 years ago · 1 review

Overall we enjoyed the early evening meal after a visit to a theatre. One moan though, the fixed price menu on the back was just for 4 people but there was 8 of us. Spoke to the manager but was told it was the rules but couldn't explain why it was the rule. In reality the dishes could be ordered off the main menu and there wasn't much difference in the overall price. Shame that this slightly irritated us all. I would suggest you have a separate fixed price menu that you don't give to parties of grater than 4 to avoid this situation or preferably scrap this silly rule.

"Very good"
5/6
Adam S.6 years ago · 1 review

As always, the food was great and service spot on. Other diners just a bit loud today. Not really the restaurant’s fault! Always a great lunch.

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve L.6 years ago · 1 review

Went to Da Paolo to celebrate my 60th birthday. It is a small establishment but with a lovely atmosphere and very friendly and efficient staff. The food was excellent and reasonably priced for London. Will definitely go there again when we next visit.

"Excellent"
6/6
Martin T.6 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic Lovely atmosphere with great food Stayed two nights and went both times Rissotto and seafood pasta Very reasonable price as well Well looked after even though very busy

"Excellent"
6/6
Darren C.6 years ago · 3 reviews

This Restaurant serves great food, the staff are friendly and polite and provide a good service. Da Paolo has a nice ambiance and is a great place to spend time.

"Excellent"
6/6
John G.6 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic'o!!! No need to look elsewhere the atmosphere is perfect the service second to none the "genuine" friendliness made us both feel like the restaurant was open just for us both. OH! yes and the food scored top' marks all round. My partner who has restaurant experience finished every plat that was bought with enthusiasm to our table. Which is a first as that is not always the case..............We will be looking to go back when next in London, as I said there is no need to think about looking elsewhere.

"Very good"
5/6
Steve H.6 years ago · 1 review

Nice venue, food was excellent and staff were very efficient, would recommend, we’ll be going again. Wines were slightly on the expensive side but having said that they were very good.

"Excellent"
6/6
David J.6 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic, authentic Italian cuisine served delightfully. A great wine list to complement the food. Pleasantly located in the heart of Fitzrovia on a small pedestranized street, so It is quiet too. Highly recommended.

"Very good"
5/6
Alex M.6 years ago · 1 review

Very attentive wait staff. Italian sausage starter was very good. The whole sea base main was outstanding. The fennel flavor as well as the tenderness was great. Nice atmosphere.

"Very good"
5/6
tony l.6 years ago · 1 review

Nice compact restaurant, good menu and wine list. Had to wait a little while to get served but it was valentines and very busy. Tables very close together but certainly felt like we were in italy and eating good italian food. highly recommend and cost was £116 including £52 bottle of wine.......

"Excellent"
6/6
Jacob D.6 years ago · 1 review

What a super place! Incredible staff, delicious food, and a cosy but comfortable atmosphere. Won’t break the bank either, especially if you go for the pasta options. Thoroughly enjoyed our meal here, and can’t wait to return.

"Excellent"
6/6
lewis W.6 years ago · 1 review

fantastic atmosphere, proper homely food and good wine. I had the ravioli with mushroom and truffle, proper tidy. The lasgne was also very very nice

"Excellent"
6/6
Julie B.6 years ago · 1 review

The restaurant served great food and the service was very fast. There was a good atmosphere and the place was packed, although it is very small. We will definitely go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alex W.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and excellent service. A must go for anybody who loves authentic Italian food. A warm welcome as soon as we entered the door.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lyndsey G.6 years ago · 1 review

The food was fantastic and the service was really warm and friendly. Lots of delicious options available, including gluten free pasta. Will be recommending this place to friends.

"Very good"
5/6
Rachael G.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely little restaurant, great, friendly and welcoming staff. We came in out of the rain to be seated downstairs where it was warmer. The food was amazing only down side is they had no lemon cheescake! Shame but maybe we will visit again. Would recommend to others.

"Excellent"
6/6
Joanne B.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely restaurant with very tasty food excellent place had a great evening and will definitely be coming back again soon I would recommend coming here

"Good"
4/6
Paul V.6 years ago · 1 review

Pleasant experience, nice atmosphere and good food. I was surprised that the piece of tiramisu birthday cake appeared on my bill along with the other deserts we ordered.....but that did not spoil the evening.

"Very good"
5/6
keith w.6 years ago · 1 review

the food was very good and perhaps a little too generous , however the tables were too close together and hence was rather crowded.the wine was vry good and the waiter warmed to us as the evening wor on.

"Very good"
5/6
Madeline F.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely cosy ambience, good food, big portions though so go there hungry! Will definitely go again. Would recommend the house Prmitivo, excellent, fruity and full of flavour.

"Excellent"
6/6
David F.6 years ago · 1 review

fantastic food as always, been there before and it never disappoints. Food and service excellent and the prices are very reasonable. Will definitely go back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Neil S.6 years ago · 1 review

Excellent Italian food in a small cosy setting but with big portions. I requested an off-menu pasta dish which they were more than happy to prepare, and it was delicious. Would definitely return

"Very good"
5/6
Jo T.6 years ago · 1 review

Lovely little restaurant , you felt like you were in Italy. Great friendly service , food was delicious . Great portions and would definitely recommend a meal there . If we were to have a night out in London again we would book again

"Very good"
5/6
Stephen C.6 years ago · 1 review

First visit. Nice cozy atmosphere on a freezing cold day. Even though full, it was quiet enough to be able to talk with my companion without shouting. Very tasty authentic food. Staff friendly and efficient without making things feel rushed. Good wine list. Overall good value for money. I did think the antipasti were just too large. Left no room for a dessert.

"Excellent"
6/6
Emmanuelle H.6 years ago · 1 review

A very cosy Italian restaurant which offers a variety of delicious dishes (only tried the pasta but never disappointed). Waiters are Italian and very nice. Definitely recommend it!

"Very good"
5/6
Michelle W.6 years ago · 1 review

Love cute little Italian, big portions and the food is really tasty. Sparking red wine was a bonus as it’s my favourite! Would dine here again

"Excellent"
6/6
Nicola W.6 years ago · 1 review

We had a lovely evening. Friendly people, great food, cosy atmosphere. Proper tasting Italian food and big portions. We shall definatly come again. xxx xxx

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