Located in the West End, Covent Garden is not just a prime shopping and cultural destination. It also stands as a culinary centrepiece, particularly for those with a desire for Italian cuisine. Our vibrant neighbourhood offers a diverse range of Italian dining options, from quaint bistros to opulent restaurants to satisfy your pizza and pasta needs.
Whether you’re seeking a quick pre-theatre meal or a leisurely fine dining experience, Covent Garden has a restaurant to satisfy every craving and occasion.
With over fifty Italian restaurants and inspired bars located across our neighbourhood, Covent Garden serves some of the finest dishes in and around the West End. Take a sneak peek into some of our favourite ‘ristorante’s’.
Explore Covent Garden’s entire range of Italian Restaurants here.
Pizza and pasta – the staples of Italian dining – are at the heart of Covent Garden’s Italian offering. Pizza lovers will find solace at Neal’s Yard’s Homeslice, where innovative toppings meet traditional methods, offering a slice of heaven with al fresco dining in our world famous Neal’s Yard courtyard. Nearby, Pizza Pilgrims offers a classic touch with its authentic Neapolitan pizzas, providing a playful mix of traditional and modern flavours that keep diners reaching for another slice.
For the pasta lovers, Mezzo Pasta in Seven Dials Market reflects the passion for bringing the best of Italian cuisine to London. Worth a visit, whether you’re craving a delicious and quick classic.
For an upscaled dining adventure, Covent Garden’s fine dining restaurants merge impeccable service with exquisite culinary creations. Notto features plush interiors and plates up some of the most visually stunning and palatably pleasing dishes. Executive Chef Louis's menu celebrates the simplicity of Italian cuisine exemplified in dishes such as Focaccia with rosemary, rock salt, tomatoes, and garlic, and Grissini with lardo di colonnata and parmesan.
Awarded with a Michelin Bib Gourmand for four years in a row, Bancone is praised for its Italian classics. Watch the chefs at work in the open kitchen, preparing their signature ‘silk handkerchiefs’ pasta with walnut butter and confit egg yolk. An immersive experience that has made Bancone a must for lovers of Italian cuisine in London.
Families visiting Covent Garden will find welcoming options like the Wildwood Kitchen, which offers a relaxed setting and a kid-friendly menu that still retains a touch of Italian sophistication. Franco Manca offers its “Piccirillo Menu” (little ones), with a variety of pizza, pasta and dessert options. Children can choose from simple, classic toppings or customize their pizzas to their liking, making Franco Manca an ideal spot for introducing kids to delicious Italian pizza.
Traditional Italian dining is well represented in Covent Garden where you’ll find several Italian restaurants that offer authentic dining. Discover, La Goccia, in Floral Court for a lively setting. The open kitchen serves fresh, seasonal sharing plates inspired by Italy's traditional flavours. If you don’t mind sharing check out Cicchetti, known for its Venetian-style small plates or add LUCi to your list and be transported to the grand cafes of Milan. There you’ll find delicious ciabatta, homemade gelati and a tempting selection of Milanese cakes.
Covent Garden's prime location near London's top theatres and museums makes it an ideal destination for a pre-theatre meal. The Opera Tavern is a favourite among theatregoers, offering a refined menu that blends Italian and Spanish cuisines. Rossopomodoro is a perfect pitstop for a day of exploring, with its authentic Neapolitan pizzas and pastas, ensuring a quick and satisfying meal without feeling rushed.
It wouldn’t be a trip to Covent Garden without snapping a pic at Ave Mario. The bold interiors have gone viral on Instagram and TikTok with wannabe food-fluencers sharing videos of their famous home-made spaghetti chitarra, served in the whole round of pecorino and delicious lemon pie with a 5’9-inch meringue layer.
Satisfy your sugary itch with a true taste of Italian indulgence with a trip to, Dolce VyTa for classic Maritozzo. A plump pastry, filled with Chantilly cream, Madagascan Vanilla and the choice of over 14 fresh toppings. Venchi, on the other hand, is a chocolate lover's paradise. Known for its artisanal gelato and gourmet chocolates. Their gelato is churned daily and comes in a variety of enticing flavours like hazelnut, pistachio, and dark chocolate.
