Restaurants that offer Grandma's Cake

Portobello Garden

➤ 269B Portobello Road, London, W111LR, W11 1LL, United Kingdom

Cafés • Pasta • Pizza • Italian

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"Out and about on a lunchtime constitutional along Portobello Road last week something interesting caught my eye. Set back from the road, hiding behind vintage clothes in the arcade, was an alluringly attractive Italian restaurant. On my own, without reading material and in a hurry to get back to work, I had no intention of sitting down to eat but I was compelled to go in and investigate. I glanced at the menu and clientele, was charmed by the decor of hanging dried meat and flowers, and decided I would return imminently.<br/ <br/ Thankfully an opportunity arose this week. I had taken it upon myself to arrange a lunch for myself and nine colleagues, and presented them with an option of four restaurants (secretly hoping that democracy would work in my favour). At first, take-up was slow as the more adventurous-sounding alternatives were far more popular, but risk aversion gradually set in and the simple Italian became the winner; a culinary hare and tortoise situation, if you will.<br/ <br/ “What if they don’t cater for big groups? What if it’s awful and I’m forever ridiculed for my restaurant choice?” Such questions were running through my mind, distracting me from my morning tasks.<br/ <br/ An amiable Italian gentleman saw the first sub-group and exclaimed “group of ten, this way please!” so we followed orders and went inside to our long table, immediately looking above us at the conservatory style ceiling and feeling as though we had walked into a Tuscan summer.<br/ <br/ Our charismatic waitress brought over an alternative to a complementary bread basket; a plate of amuse-bouche sized pieces of courgette frittata served on a forest of rocket. I was very impressed by this. They have foreseen that I’m going to be ravenous, having not eaten since my 11:00 AM apple; that I may not wish to bloat up on bread; that I enjoy being surprised, which I most certainly was. I had only been there ten short minutes and these people already knew how to please me more than some people who have known me for decades. If that isn’t customer service, I really don’t know what is. <br/ <br/ The menu is slightly unusual in that there isn’t the usual long list of pizzas and pastas to choose from, instead there were a couple of al forno dishes (baked in the oven), several paninis (with pizza bread), and a list of specials, a few of which were mains. I took from this that a decision had been made to offer a limited number of dishes, but to do them well.<br/ <br/ I had top-notch, considerably portioned gnocchi with bolognese sauce for £11.50, served whilst the tomato sauce was still bubbling from the oven, with fresh basil scattered on top.<br/ <br/ To make the experience even more superior, they should consider investing in a second credit card machine to take two payments simultaneously since this was a bit slow.<br/ <br/ I was really fond of this restaurant and highly recommend it. Now I just need to think up another reason to go back next week.."

Saporitalia

➤ 222 Portobello Road Notting Hill London, W11 1LJ, United Kingdom

Pizza • Pasta • Indian • Cheese

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"Today is a very special day for me. I can officially say, I’ve had the best pizza in my life. All of the ingredients, down to the salt are imported from Italy. Chef Roberto perfected every part of the pizza. The dough was airy, perfectly crisp on a wood fire, the tomato’s were aromatic (with perfectly balanced acidity/sweeness), the basil was unlike anything I’ve tried before, and the flavors harmoniously coddled my soul. It was truly an emotional experience. He took Monica and I down a journey of his lineage to Naples, Italy. Bravisimo. If you are in London, go to Notting Hill and have the best Margarita pizza you’ll ever have"

Napolita St Werburgh's

➤ 83 Mina Rd St Werburghs, BS2 9XP, Bristol, United Kingdom

Sushi • Pizza • Kebab • Mexican

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"we were several times in the napolita in the course of the years and had almost every time different experiences – mostly good, but not consistent. Overall, eating is very good and the menu is cleverly designed. the kitchen is definitiw of high quality. at our recent visit there were two people who served. the one who delivered our food was extremely friendly and went out of her to make sure we would enjoy our meal. the other who took the order and brought the bill was uninterested and certainly not friendly. she made a strange commentary with cash to pay, as well as she took the sign with the payment and a 10% money. and what? we may never know."

Wildwood

➤ The George Hotel, High Street, RH10 1, Crawley, United Kingdom

Pizza • Pasta • Seafood • Italian

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"We celebrated our daughter's 18th birthday at Wildwood with the whole family. We had a party of 24 and reserved the private dining room. The service was exceptional from the moment we booked until we left. Andy and Sylvie went above and beyond to make sure all our needs were met. I want to give a shoutout to our waiter, Sam, who provided attentive and excellent service despite his young age. My only suggestion is to offer more vegan options as the selection is limited. However, I did enjoy the vegan lasagne which was delicious. I look forward to returning. Thank you for making my daughter's birthday celebration so special."

Anacapri Pizzeria

➤ Anacapri Ristorante Pizzeria Helmshore RoadLancashire BB4 4LU, Rossendale, United Kingdom

Wine • Pizza • Pasta • Italian

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"We ate here as a family on Saturday July There were adults, one five year old and a baby. The restaurant is our local, just down the road so we know it well It has a nice family atmosphere, busy but not noisy, and friendly. The staff are attentive and cheerful but not pushy. The service is good, even when busy. The owner is very hands on and greets everyone. We chose the rioja wine which was gorgeous. The house wines are good too from past experience. The starters, pizzas and pasta are excellent and good value. Tasty and well cooked. In comparison the mains and specials can be overpriced and the portions quite small, although flavoursome. Two of our party had them and were a bit disappointed. Our pizza, the Anacapri, unusually,was a bit lack lustre, undercooked and not very tasty. Usually they are really good. However it didn’t spoil our evening and we all enjoyed it, especially the children. Nobody minds them walking about and they get special attention."

The Fox and Grapes

➤ 9 Camp Road Wimbledon Common London, SW19 4UN, SW19 4UH, United Kingdom

Pub • Beer • Wine • British

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"went for a weekend walk around wimbledon common, but needed a bit susceptibility on the way. I was recommended to spend the hand in hand or the fox grapes when I was ready to spend a little more. Finally, the fox grapes were the one we took (both literally and metaphorically). it was a bit more pricier than normal, but eating was a quality to fit. I chose the squid and triple boiled chips. the squid was perfectly broken, and while the three-fold boiled chips were not as good as others I tasted, the muddy heaps were excellent. the positive noise from the other side of the table suggested that the burger was also quite good!"

Wildwood Restaurant Bar

➤ 13-15 The Meadows, Chelmsford, CM26FD, United Kingdom

Cafés • Kebab • Asiatic • Seafood

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"We like the food and atmosphere in Wildwood, it’s nothing fancy but yummy and lovely setting for lunch. Yesterday we went in and my young daughter out of the blue was quite unwell. The staff were absolutely incredible. They came straight over and were so helpful and kind about it when I was getting a bit stressed out and trying to clean up. Isabella and Chinju, you are amazing people and so so kind to me and my family, I can’t thank you enough!!!"

Positano

➤ 124 High Street, Guildford, United Kingdom

Pizza • Sushi • Asiatic • Mexican

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"We picked this restaurant because of its reviews and found that you need to book if you want to visit. The starter particularly was well presented and was the favourite part of the meal. Wine was very good and the mains were nice but the steak was a little chewy and the lasagna didnt wow me and I found it a little bland but that may be me. Service was superb from the time we entered the restaurant till the time we left. Didnt have space for deserts. A lovely restaurant which was inviting, medium priced and was far better than the meal we had in the hotel the night before. It will be on our list to return. To find this restaurant opposite the clock on the main street is an archway Go through the archway and the restaurant is tucked in the righthand corner"

Amici

➤ 592-596 Harrogate Road, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS17 8DP

Pizza • Pasta • Steak • Italian

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"We were very disappointed with the food at this restaurant. Having spent 5 weeks in Italy, including Sicily, last year, our expectations were quite high. The arancini lacked flavor and were much smaller than the ones we had in Sicily. The porcini mushrooms in the pasta seemed to be frozen, as they were soggy and did not have the delicious flavor of fresh or dried ones. The pasta had an overwhelming amount of tomato sauce, making it quite boring. Even the ravioli seemed like it could have been store-bought, drowning in tomato sauce. The highlight of our meal was the goat cheese salad, which was delicious. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was great."

Zizzi Canterbury

➤ 53 St. Peter's Street, Canterbury CT1 2BE, United Kingdom

Pizza • Cafés • Mexican • Fast Food

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"I was extremely disappointed with my experience at Zizzi. It used to be one of my favorite restaurants, but it has really gone downhill. The server seemed unhappy and annoyed, making us feel like we were bothering her. We were seated at a window table, crammed in between other diners. The food arrived in just 5 minutes, which made me question how it was prepared, and didn't allow us time to settle in and enjoy our meal. To add to the disappointment, our drinks (tap water) were forgotten and arrived after the food. The salad my friend ordered was unappetizing, with hardly any lentils and sad lettuce leaves. Although we were asked if our food was okay, there was no offer for dessert, coffee, or anything else after our plates were cleared. Overall, we were let down as we have had enjoyable experiences at Zizzi in the past."

Villa Vinci

➤ 44 Loy Street, Cookstown, United Kingdom, BT80 8PE

Pizza • Sushi • Asiatic • Mexican

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"A truly lovely Restaurant. Very cosy, nice atmosphere and great service. The food is first-class, with plenty to choose from on the menu. It is very relaxed and a lovely place for an evening out. It is reasonably priced for the superb quality of the food. If you're anywhere near Cookstown in Co. Tyrone, Ireland, then you should definitely go to Villa Vinci, Where you will be guaranteed a beautiful meal. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5"

Wildwood Pizza Pasta Grill Bournemouth

➤ 6-7 Richmond Hill, Bournemouth, BH11BA, BH2 6HE, United Kingdom

Pizza • Grill • Italian • European

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"The manager at Wildwood on Sunday night was fantastic. Initially, we had planned on going to Zizzi, but the long line outside of Wildwood seemed like a good omen. We waited for 40 minutes to be seated, but the manager kept us informed throughout. It turned out to be a great choice. The cocktails were beautiful and the food was delicious. We even took photos to remember the experience. I would definitely recommend Wildwood for a dinner in Bournemouth."

Alforno

➤ 78 Saint James’s Street, Brighton, BN21PA, BN2 1PA, United Kingdom

Pizza • Vegan • Italian • Desserts

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"Last night, we visited Al Forno and had a wonderful experience. We stumbled upon the restaurant by chance and were not disappointed. The friendly young waitress seated us by the window and our pizzas arrived quickly and were delicious. The garlic bread was particularly tasty. The pizzas were generously topped with fresh ingredients and the crust was perfectly crispy on the outside and melted in the middle. The portions were so large that we had to take half of our pizzas home. Although we did not try any desserts, we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and do not understand the negative reviews."

Sikulo Italian Cafe

➤ 115 Northfield AvenueW13 9QR, London, United Kingdom

Pizza • Vegan • Italian • Vegetarian

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"The food was really delicious, and the service was friendly. It is very loud in there between but then gets quieter as families with young children tend to have left by then. One thing though the service was a little bit slow when we’d finished our mains. No one collected the plates for about mins and we didn’t get offered a dessert menu/ couldn’t get their attention for about half an hour and by that point we didn’t fancy pudding anymore!! Shame, because the desserts did look lovely. We’d deffo go there again for the food, and would just time it a bit later to avoid the kids as it does get very very loud!"

Rossella

➤ 103 Highgate road London, NW5 1TR, United Kingdom

Cafe • Pizza • Italian • Home Style

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"My favorite Italian restaurant is conveniently located right around the corner from my workplace. The food is absolutely delicious and the staff is incredibly friendly. I make sure to visit at least once a week!"

Wildwood

➤ Units B2 And B3. The Atrium, GU15 3QL, Surrey Heath, United Kingdom

Pizza • Pasta • Seafood • Fast Food

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"Called in for breakfast at 11.50am as sign stated serving breakfast until midday. Was told breakfast service was over. We pointed out that the sign stated otherwise. Staff were unfriendly, surly, and clearly not interested in accommodating us. I'm not surprised it was so empty when so many other restaurants in the area are buzzing. No customer service at all."

Romanelli Italian Food

➤ 9 Grace Avenue, Milton Keynes, MK62XJ, United Kingdom

Steak • Italian • Starters • Delivery Services

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"My husband reserved a table for two at this restaurant. It was actually my suggestion, as we haven't tried it out yet and it's one of the eateries in the neighborhood."

Wildwood

➤ 4 5 Cross Keys Shopping Centre, 18 Queen St, Salisbury, England, SP1 1EY, United Kingdom

Pizza • Italian • British • Fast Food

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"There was also a lack of attentiveness, as no one checked if we needed any sauces. To make matters worse, the staff were gossiping right next to our table. While I understand everyone has personal issues, it felt like they weren't receiving support from their management, which created a rather tense atmosphere. The food itself was nice, but the overall experience left me hesitant about returning. A 10% service charge was automatically added to our bill. Although we were told we could have it removed, I felt too awkward to ask, even though the service didn’t seem deserving of that charge. In terms of dietary options, many items have non-gluten options available for an extra fee, and vegan cheese is offered. The kids' portions are decent, and there is a disabled toilet, but the tight legroom by the sink may pose some challenges for those with mobility issues. Overall, the meal price ranged from £20 to £30 per person. I would rate the food a 4, the service a 2, and the atmosphere a 1. They do have a large selection of clearly labeled vegetarian dishes available."

Primavera

➤ 106 New King's Road, London, SW64LY, United Kingdom

Pizza • Vegan • Italian • Vegetarian

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"I keep the meaning of leaving and forgetting a review of primavera. this place is absolutely wonderful, eating is so delicious. I was a handful of time and every time I have something else that is just as delicious. the service is wonderful, they really care about everything and all their guests. the atmosphere is also great, intimate, but always smokey. I recently booked for a group of 10 of us and they looked after us amazingly. my family, who came out of Scotland, will save on eating today!"

Stefano's

➤ 14 Romilly Crescent, Cardiff, CF119NR, CF11 9, United Kingdom

Pizza • Sushi • Seafood • Fast Food

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"Friday 11 February was our 16th day. stefano made it special. that was our first visit and eating with my wife koeliac (gluten free) is always a challenge. great GF options and restaurant staff all attentive, well humiliated and smile! small anecdotes about the choice of food were helpful and informative. service was fast and eating fresh and hot! my partner enjoyed the mushroom bruschetta'. the hint of chili an unusal twist. my garnels were a good part. my spinach ravioli in the traditional butter sauce was exceptional and the pasta melts fresh in the mouth! my partner was pampered with a huge part of the earthy to finish while my profiteroles were delicious. a great experience and we will certainly return."