Fettuccine pasta topped with a rich, savory meat sauce, simmered with tomatoes and herbs for a classic Italian delight.
Italian
"Despite having made an online reservation for a special birthday celebration for a friend—a table for three at 2 PM on Thursday, June 7—and receiving a confirmation for booking number 14, we arrived at ASK Islington for our lunch only to discover that it was permanently closed. We felt cheated, embarrassed, and disappointed. Since I provided my phone number and email address during the booking process, I am confused as to why I wasn't contacted to inform me that ASK Islington was no longer in operation. As a result, I am unable to provide the review you requested."
Pizza • Sushi • Italian • Vegetarian
"I and my party came late, but for the happiness the table was not given away. eating was amazing. service was good. the waiter we had was very nice. I would like to be back for a date night or something. they have a good amount of vegetarian (and fleshy) means of life. many options even for a Fussy-Esser."
Pizza • Sushi • Asiatic • Fast Food
"A busy night because of a music gig nearby and I expect it caused extra pressure in the kitchen. Our starters arrived at very different times, but with an apology. My partners pasta was divine, as was the garlic bread and beetroot and goat cheese balls with chilli dip. Sadly my main was on a stone cold plate with cold broccoli and a little pot of cold sauce. The ‘roast’ baby potatoes were simply boiled new potatoes which had been flattened on a pan to blacken and burn them. Worst still they definitely tasted of fish, I expect that the same grill/implements were used for both. However the actual chicken Milinase was tender, crisp on the outside and very tasty. We had an issue with dessert. We followed the instructions and used the QR code to book the 2 desserts. To save time I paid the bill and added the tip. Unfortunately this closed our tables account and the kitchen had no record of the order. The app does not give you any chance to get a receipt and I was unable to easily prove we had paid. Except my Apple pay said that £102 had been deducted from my account. Eventually, while we were getting the issue sorted another waiter arrived with the missing desserts. I think the QR code idea is fabulous but it was a bit glitchy tonight."
Pizza • Mexican • Asiatic • Fast Food
"After a difficult start not having our online booking (although I had the confirmation e-mail) the staff were excellent and managed to find us a lovely table although the restaurant was very busy. The service was excellent and the new menu since the last time we were there) was very good. My lobster and prawn pasta was excellent with just the right amount of spice. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the desserts were yummy. We had our month grandson. Very friendly atmosphere and plenty to keep him entertained."
Pizza • Pasta • Coffee • Drinks
"First time I've had or even heard of ASK Italian but glad I found out. I did want a cheeky Nandos but the queue was ridiculous and ASK had a few tables and no queue... Sat and seen to pretty quickly and given a free shot of lemonade while we pondered over the menu and asked if every course was okay and attentive to our drinks when they were empty. We had a really lovely woman who served us. Starter: calamari delicious, light, fluffy coating on the outside with just the right amount of sauce to dip in to. Arancini balls (wife's) where very tasty too. Main: calzone absolutely packed with hot delicious meats and sauce. Not like a lot of places where you get 25% filling and 75% dough. Dessert: baked chocolate gnocchi I don't have much of a sweet tooth but this was absolutely without a doubt, one of my favourite desserts I've ever had!! The pastry was hot/warm/fresh, dipped into chocolate and then with a bite you find this smooth warm chocolate inside... I would go back for this alone! But while I'm there I'd definitely have it all again. Cant fault the food or the service one bit. Gotta give it 4* purely because it's a family place and there's young humans about who can be a bit loud and distracting. Also found the seating functional and not comfy for a sit down meal."
Bars • Diners • Italian • Seafood
"We go quite regularly as it is a convenient place for us three couples to meet and the food is quite good usually. This time though we had a couple of complaints to make, the starter described as on brioche, which three of our party had, was, it appeared, tomatoes on toast. I ordered the butternut squash risotto which really was pretty disgusting, a dish of slop totally unrecognisable in look or taste as rice. It was graciously and with apologies replaced with my choice of the chicken and mushroom risotto. delicious! But we shouldn't have to complain it really isn't nice"
"Good location in the heart of Lichfield with outside seating and views of the cathedral. All staff offered first class service which was always polite, pleasant and efficient. I particularly would like to thank the young man who in advance chilled us a bottle of red which is so difficult to get in this country. The food was a delight for all three courses. We shall definitely add this to our list of favourites and have no hesitation in recommending a visit."
Pizza • Pasta • Italian • Gluten Free
"Our 20 yr old student son was visiting Ipswich as part of an upcoming placement. He had to stay in a hotel for two nights on his own and eat out for dinner as nothing available in the hotel. He went to ASK at around 6.30pm and asked for a table … he was told they ‘already had too many’ despite all the empty tables and him being on his own. Very offhand and rude and made him feel very uncomfortable. On phoning afterwards we were told they were short staffed and having a difficult day. Nice of them to take it out on a young man on his own. Shameful behaviour! The reality is he was one person, it was early doors, and all he wanted was a warm meal after a long day. He wouldn’t have been taking a table up all night and making demands on the staff. If you happen to find yourself in a similar situation save yourself the trouble and just go to Prezzo. Or just go to Prezzo in any event."
Pizza • Sushi • Mexican • Seafood
"Absolutely delicious food, good service and nice atmosphere. I had a Mushroom Risotto and it was soo tasty. I was surprised how fast the food came, usually there’s always a long wait for the delicious dishes. We sat in the garden and the atmosphere was very pleasant and relaxing. The service was also great, the waitress was very professional, friendly and kept running in and out to please me and the other customer’s requirements. Overall a nice lunch in ASK Italian Canterbury. Definitely recommend it to all Italian food lovers and not only."
Pizza • Pasta • Drinks • Italian
"at the arrival in ask on December 30, the personal had no recording about my online booking, although I was required with a phone call before the day to confirm a high chair. my friends and I found the personal unsympathetic to our preferences and made us feel as if the fault was our fault instead of opentable or ask. Even an apology at the time would have softened our disappointment, but instead the personal seemed rude and unfriendly. there was no place to sit down for lunch, although I had made a booking so we were forced to go in the hope that we could find somewhere to eat. prezzo in marlborough managed to find us a table and we were really impressed by the friendly and accommodating staff. a sharp contrast to our experience with the personal at ask. we had traveled some distances to meet in marlborough for a birthday dinner and unfortunately we left ask frustrated at the lack of friendly reception in the restaurant. due to this unacceptable experience I will not use open table again for bookings and we will not return to ask in marlborough."
Pizza • Cafés • Mexican • Fast Food
"What an amazing interior. I’m sure it helps set the mood for your food. While the food was good it wasn’t as good as the decor. We had the set menu Sushi and avocado starters Duck rice and peanut roast chicken. The sushi perhaps in keeping with others here felt like a little dried out. Like it had been left out and it was room temperature. My avocado spicy salad was very nice. The chilli just subtly giving it a bite. Recommend. My duck rice was a disappointment for me but my partner liked it. I don’t like sweet savoury dishes. I do like sour. However even for me. This dish was so sour. I’m not sure if by design or too much use of lemon juice. I almost was crying out for a sweet sauce to balance it out. My partners chicken was a good sized portion and delicious. The peanut and spice dry sauce was great. I used some of her sauce to help with my rice. In fact I commented I should have asked for some sauce for my rice. To balance it out. The beer was served in a frosted glass which is nice touch for a U.K. restaurant. Used to this in Spain. Overall. Great atmosphere. Was busy. The setting is stunning. And at night time I can imagine the amazing floor looking even better. Recommend a visit still though."
Pizza • Vegan • Italian • Vegetarian
"we have booked here as I have been and enjoyed in ask italians at other places. Scarborough was just too busy, the personal looked scattered and ran around like headless chicken! I expected a formal culinary experience, but it felt more like a greasy spoon. the food was good and the pizza was delicious. if they want a fast food-style experience, they come when they expect a restaurant where they dress up, then this is not the place to go!"
Pizza • Sushi • Mexican • Asiatic
"Friendly welcome. Swiftly seated. Really enjoyed prawn starter cooked to perfection. Nice pizza for main. Kindly put slices left in a box to bring home. Like that you can get a 500ml carafe of wine. Away offers on which make it good value for money but full price is over priced I'd say. There was a group in who were quite loud, as the restaurant is open plan there was no noise absorption. Not the makings of a quiet dinner for two. Otherwise couldn't fault."
Wine • Pizza • Italian • Vegetarian
"they ask italian is a chain of restaurants that stand for bankable good meal. it is not my Italian place, but it has never proved to be disappointment. the ambiente connects perfectly with the service and the food, the calm and the collective. the menu itself is decent, starting with bruschetta, calamari, garlic garnel and mushrooms. with sufficient grades to choose from..The main course included an extensive range of pastas that are suitable both for vegetarian and for carnivores. Question is a restaurant that can be placed for the first 5 tips of the head' Italian restaurant not only with the family, but also for casual dinning with friends."
"I booked, I waited, I left without my main course or else we would have missed the curtain at the theatre. Lack of concern from the waitress yes, it's on its way.. but when??? We had to approach the manager, who was trying to get the food out from the kitchen; would we still like it ?? With minutes to eat?? Erm, no!!! In fairness, he did ask us to come back for a free meal after the theatre by way of apology, but having gone in hours before the theatre to give us plenty of time and avoid this situation, I was most upset especially as I had visiting family. Sad to say I will not return in a hurry I have had better luck at the sister restaurant down the road and on this particular evening the competition opposite got my custom after the theatre and it was lovely."
Pizza • Sushi • Pasta • Italian
"Came for Father’s Day. Average food at best. We wern’t made aware of items not on menu until we came to order and had to rethink on the spot. Unhappy sister and mother. When we came to pay we had some vouchers to use which we were told we couldn’t because they weren’t accepting them on Father’s Day. Were we made aware before the meal? NOPE. Good job we had money because other people may not have. Disgraceful really considering our vouchers we redeemed for today might run out before we get back there. Money grabbers. No tip from us. Not going again"
"it took 90 minutes to get 2 courses the first cure was really terrible and the chips were on places black . also it was warm, not hot, obviously after having been left to boil. We mentioned that to the waitress and she said she was going to tell the kitchen. the main course lasted 35 minutes to come after and it was very bad. the waitress said that she would make a change request to the bill, and when we asked her, she said that we don't have to pay because she appreciates how terrible it was and how disappointed we were."
Pizza • Pasta • Italian • Vegetarian
"After a long day, we decided to satisfy our Italian craving by heading to the Ask Italian nearby. We ordered the Siciliana pizza and the Ravioli Maritimmi with Rasberry Lemonade as drinks. For dessert we ordered the Chocolate Fondant Cake with Vanilla Gelato and Chocolate Sphere (the name of the dish escapes my memory). The two main dishes were amazing! The crust of pizza was thin but could hold well. The creme fraiche on the pizza added a light and refreshing touch as well as some moisture and the vegetables were all flavorful. They gave us some chilli oil with the pizza and that added a nice dimension of flavor to it! The ravioli was also delicious! The filling was adequate and smooth. However the king prawn on the top, I felt, was unnecessary. It was in it whole shell so it was an unasked for hassle. The lemonade was refreshing too. The dessert is best for chocolate lovers. The cake is a dense soufflé type cake and the chocolate sphere is a deep dark chocolate. The gelato adds a refreshing touch to break through all that chocolate and it all sits in a sea of fresh cream. A perfect end to the meal. Overall, ask Italian is a great place for a nice Italian meal, anytime of the day."
Pizza • Sushi • Mexican • Fast Food
"3 of us came at approx 8pm on a friday night, and the restaurant was pretty quiet. The first thing we noticed was how cold it was, the air con was turned up to max which is a bit excessive on a coolish evening. Drinks like most restaurants are fairly pricey, we thought £4.10 for a glass of wine was a bit ridiculous so all had soft drinks instead. The risotto verde was tasty enough but was a small portion for the price. The seafood linguini was basically tomato sauce on pasta with a few shrunken shell fish on top, (in the shells . Not great value for money really but tasted ok. Cant comment on the shell fish as there wasnt enough of it to comment on, all shell and no fish ; The pizza my friend ordered was slightly overcooked so a bit dry, we all wanted to eat together so she didnt ask for a new one as it would have meant her eating after us. We were brought drinks then left 20 minutes before being asked our food order, we tried to get the attention of the service staff a few times but no one noticed. Same happened when waiting to ask for the bill.. no one to ask for it. The staff seemed friendlhy enough but most definitely not Italian haha (which of course isnt a must to work there but it seems that these type of restaurants make the effort to hire italian staff in city centre branches like liverpool, manchester and london but less so in other places. We didnt particualrily enjoy our visit there, it wasnt relaxing or feel warm and inviting. Quite basic interior and tables. We probably wont go again unfortunately."
"The restaurant is located on the shore beneath several other restaurants. The service was friendly and efficient. We both enjoyed the salmon salad and a glass of house red wine. The only issue we encountered was that despite making a reservation on Opentable several days in advance, the restaurant had no record of our booking. However, we called a few hours before arriving to confirm."