Four of the Best Italian Restaurants in Belgravia
Close to Hyde Park in central London is Belgravia, a prestigious district known for its grand houses and apartments, fabulous shopping streets and excellent entertainment. It also draws admirers from far and wide for its incredible eateries. There are around ten Michelin stars shared between the fine restaurants in Belgravia, helping to cement its reputation as a top tourist attraction for foodies from far and wide.
Most of us are already familiar with food from Italy, as many staple Italian dishes are popular in the UK – pasta and pizza, for example, are enjoyed as quick-and-easy dishes by people across the country, but unfortunately quality is often sacrificed for the sake of convenience. Italian food is all about simplicity, refinement and excellent ingredients – and these Italian restaurants in Belgravia take Italian cooking to the next level, putting burnt pizza and overcooked pasta to bed and serving up some excellent salads, pasta dishes and other Mediterranean staples.
Here are just four of the best restaurants in Belgravia which specialise in food from Italy:
Zafferano – First opened in 1995, this Michelin-starred eatery has won the prize for Most Consistently Excellent Restaurant at Tatler’s 2009 Restaurant Awards. It is known for its fine pasta parcels, lobster and T-bone steak – as well as its smart cocktail bar. Zafferano is Italian for Saffron, and the reference to this sought-after spice should give you some idea of the reputation that this restaurant boasts. Decor is elegant and rustic, completing an all-round restaurant experience that is rivalled by few restaurants in Belgravia.
Signor Sassi – Older than Zafferano, Signor Sassi was opened in 1984, and this experience, as well as a track record for fantastic food, has led to it becoming one of the most famous Italian restaurants in Belgravia. It has played host to sports stars, actors, and even royalty, and thanks to its homely and refined atmosphere, it always feels welcoming. If you like pasta, try the Spaghetti Lobster. Or for truly hearty meal, go for the Filetto al Pepe Verde – nine ounces of fillet steak served with a sauce of brandy, cream and green peppercorns.
Sale e Pepe – Sale e Pepe has been in existence for more than 30 years now. It prides itself on its lively and welcoming atmosphere, offering an authentic Mediterranean experience along with great service and even better food – all at reasonable prices. The manager – Tony Corricelli – has worked at the restaurant for more than three decades, and always extends a warm welcome to everyone who enters his restaurant. Thanks to the efforts of its staff, Sale e Pepe consistently manages to maintain high standards of cooking, a family atmosphere and friendly service.
Como Lario – A favourite with local residents, Como Lario is only a two minute walk from Sloane Square tube station. It serves up a modern, innovative take on Italian food, and is known for its relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff and reasonable prices – its three-course Sunday lunch is particularly affordable, so check out if you have a spare weekend and want to sample one of the finest restaurants in Belgravia on a budget.
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