Italian Taste Cafe - Menu

48 Surbiton Road, KT1 2HT, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

🛍 Pizza, Cafés, Sushi, European

4.1 💬 772 Reviews
Italian Taste Cafe

Phone: +442079987822

Address: 48 Surbiton Road, KT1 2HT, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

City: Kingston upon Thames

Menu Dishes: 9

Reviews: 772

"I have been getting my lunch from this cafe for 4 years all through my undergraduate degree and now on my MSc course. I specifically went there for lunch today as a treat to celebrate a good grade I just received (that’s how delicious the food is! I got an egg mayonnaise sandwich on white bread and I think it might be the best sandwich I’ve ever eaten! Doesn’t get any fresher then watching the server peel the eggs to make the egg mayo! Everything I have eaten in there is delicious, the interior is absolutely beautiful, especially since they had a revamp, and the staff are always polite, helpful and quick with their service! I never write reviews but this place 100% deserves it!"

Full menu - 9 options

All prices are estimates on menu.

Dessert

Pasta

Main Courses

Egg Dishes

Sandwiches

Meat Dishes

Toast

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Local informal Italian cafe/restaurant. Past and Panini.

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Reviews

Yan
Yan

My favourite place to go during lunch break with very friendly staffs. Highly exceptional service!


S
S

Nice small place with good pasta, it's homemade and the owners are lovely! The price is also good, great for students.


Matt
Matt

Excellently run Italian in the centre of Surbiton. Great selection of reasonably priced wines, and the food is always top notch. View menu


jackie
jackie

A really nice friendly clean place to have breakfast or lunch. Always go out of their way to be helpful. My dog also enjoys coming here.


Gary
Gary

Absolutely gorgeous meal. Staff were warm, friendly and very accommodating. Simple, great Italian food. Ribeye was to die for. Melt in your mouth tender !! Will be back


Linda
Linda

Excellent as always. Great bacon rolls. Lovely egg rolls and tasty salmon and cream cheese roll. Very good value for money. Extensive menu for breakfast and lunch meals. Recommended. View menu


Jay
Jay

Terrible service, elderly man slams food plate on the other side of the table, wouldn’t even expect that treatment in prison being served a meal. Have been to funerals with more cheerful atmosphere. Certainly won’t be returning ever!


wikolia6
wikolia6

wow!....spotless and bright with reasonable prices for a London coffee shop. I was at the unattended laundry close by and needed change. graciously given change and 2 cookies with my (HOT) latte while I waited for the clothes dryer. I will be back for sure and I thank the owners for their hospitality on a very cold, wet London day....


Hazel
Hazel

I have been getting my lunch from this cafe for 4 years all through my undergraduate degree and now on my MSc course. I specifically went there for lunch today as a treat to celebrate a good grade I just received (that’s how delicious the food is! I got an egg mayonnaise sandwich on white bread and I think it might be the best sandwich I’ve ever eaten! Doesn’t get any fresher then watching the server peel the eggs to make the egg mayo! Everything I have eaten in there is delicious, the interior is absolutely beautiful, especially since they had a revamp, and the staff are always polite, helpful and quick with their service! I never write reviews but this place 100% deserves it! View menu

Kingston upon Thames

Kingston upon Thames

Categories

  • Pizza Delve into our perfectly baked pizzas, crafted with hand-tossed dough, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of gourmet cheeses. Each slice bursts with fresh toppings, ensuring a delightful bite every time.
  • Cafés Charming cafés offering a variety of freshly brewed coffees and teas, along with light snacks, pastries, and desserts. Perfect for a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat in a cozy atmosphere. View menu
  • Sushi Delight in our exquisite sushi selection, featuring fresh ingredients, expertly crafted rolls, and traditional nigiri. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors, promising a true taste of Japan.
  • European Delight in a culinary journey across Europe with our exquisitely crafted menu, featuring authentic dishes from France, Italy, Spain, and beyond, using the freshest ingredients to bring traditional flavors to life.

Amenities

  • Wifi
  • Cafe
  • menu
  • Takeout
  • menu
  • Seating

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