Last Updated on 18 October, 2025
From silky carbonara to blistered Neapolitan pizza and serious Italian wine lists, Notting Hill is stacked with trattorie for date night, family dinners, and pre-Portobello Market bites.
Below are the best Italian restaurants in Notting Hill—with details on bookable tables, set menus, vegan & gluten-free options, and private dining near Westbourne Grove, Kensington Park Road and Notting Hill Gate.
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Plan Your Table
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Best for date night: Essenza, Osteria Napoletana, Chucs
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Family-friendly / kids’ menus: Essenza (weekends), Saporitalia, De Amicis
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Great wine lists: Essenza, Osteria Napoletana, Chucs
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Gluten-free / vegan options: Cinquecento (check base availability), Ci Tua (ask for GF pasta), many do vegan tomato-based sauces
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Pre-Portobello lunch (book): Mediterraneo set menu, Cinquecento, Saporitalia
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List Of Italian Restaurants In Notting Hill With The Most Iconic Food
Notting Hill is well known for its carnival in addition to cool spots for breakfast and brunch, you could simply spend your whole days where as there are plenty of cool things to do in Notting Hill.
From amazing Notting Hill pubs nearby to feasting through deliciously doughy baked goods to hunting for bargains on Portobello Road just people watching in quite cafes or tacking into delicious Italian food.
Cinquecento – Authentic Neapolitan pizza near Portobello Road (walk-in + groups)
San Marzano tomatoes, slow-fermented dough and a 500°C oven deliver leopard-spotted pies with airy cornicione. Great for casual date night or a quick post-market refuel.
Reservations for 6+; otherwise walk-ins
Good for: Neapolitan pizza, kids, gluten-free request on arrival (check daily)
Address: 233 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LT
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Saporitalia – Classic Napoli comfort on Portobello Road
A long-running neighbourhood favourite for wood-fired pizza, parmigiana and generous pasta portions.
Warm service, fair pricing and proper espresso.
Good for: family friendly, takeaway, delivery
Address: 271 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LR
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Essenza Ristorante Italiano – Romantic Italian with terrace (great wine list)
Candlelit banquettes and a covered, heated terrace make this a romantic Italian restaurant without the fuss.
A broad menu travels Italy—seafood pasta, veal, seasonal specials—and a thoughtful Italian wine list. Children’s menu at weekends.
Good for: date night, anniversary dinners, pre-the
Address: 210 Kensington Park Rd, London, W11 1NR –
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Mediterraneo – Mid-week set menu near Portobello Market
A rustic trattoria steps from the market. Think linguine alle vongole, arrabbiata, and parmigiana.
Value lunch set menu (Mon–Fri) makes it a savvy weekday stop.
Good for: set menu, business lunch, pre-market brunch
Address: 37 Kensington Park Rd, London W11 2EU
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Ci Tua Osteria Romana – Roman specialities & crispy “al taglio” style
Roman soul food: cacio e pepe, amatriciana, supplì and artisanal Roman pizza.
Many dishes can be done vegetarian; ask about gluten-free pasta.
Good for: authentic Roman, casual dinner, takeaway
Address: 140 Portobello Rd, London W11 2DZ
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Osteria Napoletana – Southern Italian produce & pasta specials
Naples-leaning menu with farm-led ingredients—try linguine alla Nerano (courgette + cheese) and montanara fried mini pizzas.
Short, quality-driven Italian wine picks.
Good for: foodie date night, seasonal specials
Address: 186 Kensington Park Road ES W11 2ES
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Brasseria Notting Hill – All-day Italian on Westbourne Grove
Polished room, lively atmosphere and crowd-pleasing favourites—carbonara, lasagne, rocket & parmesan salads, and classic margarita pizza.
Good for: group dinners, weekend lunch, cocktails
Address: 290 Westbourne Grove, London W11 2PS
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Chucs Westbourne Grove – Chic Riviera vibes & garden terrace
Light-filled dining rooms, Aperol spritz, and a menu of seafood pasta, vitello tonnato and grilled fish. Lovely terrace for long lunches.
Good for: ladies’ lunch, celebratory brunch, pre-shopping
Address: 226 Westbourne Grove, London W11 2RH
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Da Maria – Neapolitan hospitality on Notting Hill Gate
Homey, old-school charm with classic pizzas, fresh pasta, and a compact cocktail & wine selection. Feels like being adopted by a Neapolitan family.
Good for: cosy date, family dinner, birthday groups
Address: 87 Notting Hill Gate, London W11 3JZ
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The Oak W2 – Wood-fired pizzas & Mediterranean plates
A stylish pub-turned-Italian with a buzzing bar & lounge, wood-fired oven and small plates to share. Perfect for group bookings and cocktails + pizza nights.
Good for: late dinner, bar snacks, Sunday plans
Address: 137 Westbourne Park Rd, London W2 5QL
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De Amicis – Long-standing local for rustic classics
Since 1995 serving rigatoni alla norma, seafood linguine, and thin-crust pizzas in a cosy room just off Notting Hill Gate.
Good for: pre-cinema, relaxed mid-week, families
Address: 4 Notting Hill Gate, London W11 3JE
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FAQ
Do these restaurants take reservations? Most do; Cinquecento is walk-in for small parties (groups 6+ can book).
Which spots are best for romantic dinners? Essenza, Osteria Napoletana, Chucs.
Is gluten-free available? Several offer GF pasta; confirm GF pizza bases daily.
Price range? ££–£££ (mains typically £14–£28; set lunch deals available mid-week).
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