Lovely atmosphere, and food was gorgeous the four of us had a great time. Bethi our waitress ( she was the only waitress) was amazingly helpful. We had starters mains and pudding, all very delicious.
Jason Barclay
Comfort food with great portions and a family feel.
tiffito
Perfect evening, delicious food, awesome service, great little family run restaurant, I had the clam linguine and my husband had a pizza both were delicious,
Wayne Swan
Very cosy, authentic and the staff was lovely and attentive. Food was excellent and we particularly liked the sharing starters and shared desserts, good value for money too
Roops
Came here for a quick pick me up after work craving a pizza. There didn't seem to be any other notable options in the area so this place seemed logical.. Being a weeknight and on my own they had no issues seating me. I opted for one of their outdoor seats just outside the entrance as it was a lovely evening.The table was prompty wiped down, menus were provided and my order taken. I very quickly knew what I wanted and that was the olives and calzone.The food took around 20ish minutes but it was worth the wait. The Calzone was plump and the encasing bread was delicious. The filling could've been a bit more loaded with the advertised toppings of chicken and pepperoni but that is a minor complaint as the overall taste was great and it was a very satisfying meal.I didn't see the need to order anything else as the Calzone was filling enough.The service was quick and efficient and they provided me with a whole bottle of tap water to myself which I massively appreciated.What I will say is that the place is a bit pricey @ £15.25 for the calzone but where isn't at the moment? How can restaurants not raise prices without compromising on quality given the apocalyptic econonic climate? So with that in mind, I'm still happy to give it a 5 and would recommend anyone who likes pizza to visit as you won't be dissappointed. I will certainly be coming back for the calzone picante!Update - came back for the Calzone Picante. Shame I can't add more stars to my rating because it was incredible!
Escape35483732162
Me and my partner just popped in for a lunch ,the food was delicious ? and waitress were amazing her name is Kirsten and we even had a chance to meet a chef Ali, they both have been lovely highly recommend this restaurant and we will definitely be going back soon.
Adventure581364
Better to stay at home , not worth the money at all I had a scallops starter that had 2 scallops on and 4 prawns !! Then I had the salmon main and agian really small portion Me and my wife had a bottle of wine and they put it in a wine cooler that was warm , I asked them why and they said they never put their wine coolers in the fridge ?? The toilets are really dirty also Will not be returning here
Charlie Lane
I love the food here, really fresh flavours, with a real home cooked feeling. I always try a different main when I go, and I'm never disappointed, delicious. Desserts are also not to be missed! The waiting staff are the fantastic, always happy and helpful and keep with that homely atmosphere. Such a warm beautiful gem of a place! Thank you.
Pontevecchio
Lovely food in a pleasant and friendly traditional Italian restaurant. The menu is just right with all the things you’d expect- freshly prepared so if you’ve allergies or want something altering they will make it for you, including Vegan variations. The tiramisu is light and delicate - the way you’d want it to be. Will be returning soon- thank you!
karenhK2977RY
I have never been to this restaurant before but as it had been in Abingdon for many years and was family owned decided to invite our friends to dine there with us as they also love Italian food. The inside of the restaurant is lovely with lots of seating in 2 different rooms. The staff were friendly The menu was lacking in choice and the basics you would expect on an Italian menu was just not available. Capresse to name but one. The starters came out and my husband had the antipasto meat selection that was just enough to feed a small child. The brushetta I had was nice The main meals came out. I had chicken & mushroom risotto which was utterly tasteless, had 4 small slithers of chicken in it that I had to rummage around to find. It was very runny with a bland sauce. My husband had chicken milanese which again was a small childs portion on a thin long plate you would serve bread on. My friend had salmon. There was 1 veg, green beans with no other selection of veg being offered. Pretty poor really when you get offered a really good selection that comes out separately from another local Italian just around the corner. The meatball dish was again small & came out in what i would describe as a cereal bowl. Desserts arrived & although the brownie looked nice & moist the tiramisu was tiny and was a small square of tiramisu on a small plate. We have eaten in some lovely Italian restaurants but will most definitely not be returning there. Overall a very disappointing experience. The restaurant should increase their portion sizes to ensure customers get value for money, offer more veg selection and improve on menu choice that includes the staples you would expect to find on an Italian menu. We left still feeling hungry which we do not often have to say when eating out. Terrible quality & an embarrassing night out with friends that we had invited along to eat there.
This was a lovely little restaurant we visited on our last night in Abingdon. It’s fairly small but fortunately they were able to accommodate us. We had a penne pasta and ravioli both were very nice and as we couldn’t decide which dessert to choose we decided on the dessert sharing platter it was yummy. Staff were friendly and service was quick, would recommend if looking for freshly made Italian meal in Abingdon.
FinediningAmber
As a rule I am not a fan of Italian cuisine, mainly because being dairy allergic there is very little on the menu I can eat. Italian cooking usually involves lots of creamy sauces and dishes made with cheese. The family, however, adore Italian food and arranged a birthday meal for my husband at Bella Napoli (their local favourite) last evening. Usually I sit these things out but after contacting the restaurant to see if they could accommodate me, decided to give it a go. I am so pleased I did!. Everything was cooked fresh to order and hence I could order straight off the normal menu (I had salmon and green beans). All well prepared but without any creamy, cheesy sauce enabling me to enjoy this family occasion. Their homemade bread is just superb! Fabulous service and good wine list.
Rūta M
The atmosphere was romantic and nice whilst the food was also great. THe location is also very convenient if you're exploring Abingdon on foot. Would recommend!
Abingdoneater
Wow at last good homemade food in Abingdon. Our town is full of terrible eateries, we deserve better. I have been to this place a few years ago but have not been since until today, how i have missed out. My starters was meatballs, lovely homemade meatballs in a tomato sauce with cheese mmmmm. My main was a chicken kebab with salad and chips mmmm no stupid french fries, proper lovely chips yummy. I never order a pudding, i dont have a sweet tooth but i was so inpressed i had the canoli very nice. Then the best thing the Staff very warm and friendly. Seriously never ever enter a chain italian restuarant the food will be dreadfull. Always search out a family owned and run restuarant you will have lovely food in a lovely atmosphere. Top marks for the food and staff.
Andy B
I stayed in Abingdon whilst walking the Thames Path, and the good reviews took me to this restaurant for dinner. I only had a glass of wine and the Pollo Milanese, which was very poor. Bland side salad, overcooked and slightly burnt chicken, disappointing chips, all finished off with a watery ‘creamy’ mushroom sauce. I ate most of it as I was very hungry, and it was edible, just nowhere near as good as I expected. No one asked me how to meal was, so I skipped desert and got out! Nice place though.
Lovely atmosphere, and food was gorgeous the four of us had a great time. Bethi our waitress ( she was the only waitress) was amazingly helpful. We had starters mains and pudding, all very delicious.
Comfort food with great portions and a family feel.
Perfect evening, delicious food, awesome service, great little family run restaurant, I had the clam linguine and my husband had a pizza both were delicious,
Very cosy, authentic and the staff was lovely and attentive. Food was excellent and we particularly liked the sharing starters and shared desserts, good value for money too
Came here for a quick pick me up after work craving a pizza. There didn't seem to be any other notable options in the area so this place seemed logical.. Being a weeknight and on my own they had no issues seating me. I opted for one of their outdoor seats just outside the entrance as it was a lovely evening.The table was prompty wiped down, menus were provided and my order taken. I very quickly knew what I wanted and that was the olives and calzone.The food took around 20ish minutes but it was worth the wait. The Calzone was plump and the encasing bread was delicious. The filling could've been a bit more loaded with the advertised toppings of chicken and pepperoni but that is a minor complaint as the overall taste was great and it was a very satisfying meal.I didn't see the need to order anything else as the Calzone was filling enough.The service was quick and efficient and they provided me with a whole bottle of tap water to myself which I massively appreciated.What I will say is that the place is a bit pricey @ £15.25 for the calzone but where isn't at the moment? How can restaurants not raise prices without compromising on quality given the apocalyptic econonic climate? So with that in mind, I'm still happy to give it a 5 and would recommend anyone who likes pizza to visit as you won't be dissappointed. I will certainly be coming back for the calzone picante!Update - came back for the Calzone Picante. Shame I can't add more stars to my rating because it was incredible!
Me and my partner just popped in for a lunch ,the food was delicious ? and waitress were amazing her name is Kirsten and we even had a chance to meet a chef Ali, they both have been lovely highly recommend this restaurant and we will definitely be going back soon.
Better to stay at home , not worth the money at all I had a scallops starter that had 2 scallops on and 4 prawns !! Then I had the salmon main and agian really small portion Me and my wife had a bottle of wine and they put it in a wine cooler that was warm , I asked them why and they said they never put their wine coolers in the fridge ?? The toilets are really dirty also Will not be returning here
I love the food here, really fresh flavours, with a real home cooked feeling. I always try a different main when I go, and I'm never disappointed, delicious. Desserts are also not to be missed! The waiting staff are the fantastic, always happy and helpful and keep with that homely atmosphere. Such a warm beautiful gem of a place! Thank you.
Lovely food in a pleasant and friendly traditional Italian restaurant. The menu is just right with all the things you’d expect- freshly prepared so if you’ve allergies or want something altering they will make it for you, including Vegan variations. The tiramisu is light and delicate - the way you’d want it to be. Will be returning soon- thank you!
I have never been to this restaurant before but as it had been in Abingdon for many years and was family owned decided to invite our friends to dine there with us as they also love Italian food. The inside of the restaurant is lovely with lots of seating in 2 different rooms. The staff were friendly The menu was lacking in choice and the basics you would expect on an Italian menu was just not available. Capresse to name but one. The starters came out and my husband had the antipasto meat selection that was just enough to feed a small child. The brushetta I had was nice The main meals came out. I had chicken & mushroom risotto which was utterly tasteless, had 4 small slithers of chicken in it that I had to rummage around to find. It was very runny with a bland sauce. My husband had chicken milanese which again was a small childs portion on a thin long plate you would serve bread on. My friend had salmon. There was 1 veg, green beans with no other selection of veg being offered. Pretty poor really when you get offered a really good selection that comes out separately from another local Italian just around the corner. The meatball dish was again small & came out in what i would describe as a cereal bowl. Desserts arrived & although the brownie looked nice & moist the tiramisu was tiny and was a small square of tiramisu on a small plate. We have eaten in some lovely Italian restaurants but will most definitely not be returning there. Overall a very disappointing experience. The restaurant should increase their portion sizes to ensure customers get value for money, offer more veg selection and improve on menu choice that includes the staples you would expect to find on an Italian menu. We left still feeling hungry which we do not often have to say when eating out. Terrible quality & an embarrassing night out with friends that we had invited along to eat there.
Restaurantji Recommends
This was a lovely little restaurant we visited on our last night in Abingdon. It’s fairly small but fortunately they were able to accommodate us. We had a penne pasta and ravioli both were very nice and as we couldn’t decide which dessert to choose we decided on the dessert sharing platter it was yummy. Staff were friendly and service was quick, would recommend if looking for freshly made Italian meal in Abingdon.
As a rule I am not a fan of Italian cuisine, mainly because being dairy allergic there is very little on the menu I can eat. Italian cooking usually involves lots of creamy sauces and dishes made with cheese. The family, however, adore Italian food and arranged a birthday meal for my husband at Bella Napoli (their local favourite) last evening. Usually I sit these things out but after contacting the restaurant to see if they could accommodate me, decided to give it a go. I am so pleased I did!. Everything was cooked fresh to order and hence I could order straight off the normal menu (I had salmon and green beans). All well prepared but without any creamy, cheesy sauce enabling me to enjoy this family occasion. Their homemade bread is just superb! Fabulous service and good wine list.
The atmosphere was romantic and nice whilst the food was also great. THe location is also very convenient if you're exploring Abingdon on foot. Would recommend!
Wow at last good homemade food in Abingdon. Our town is full of terrible eateries, we deserve better. I have been to this place a few years ago but have not been since until today, how i have missed out. My starters was meatballs, lovely homemade meatballs in a tomato sauce with cheese mmmmm. My main was a chicken kebab with salad and chips mmmm no stupid french fries, proper lovely chips yummy. I never order a pudding, i dont have a sweet tooth but i was so inpressed i had the canoli very nice. Then the best thing the Staff very warm and friendly. Seriously never ever enter a chain italian restuarant the food will be dreadfull. Always search out a family owned and run restuarant you will have lovely food in a lovely atmosphere. Top marks for the food and staff.
I stayed in Abingdon whilst walking the Thames Path, and the good reviews took me to this restaurant for dinner. I only had a glass of wine and the Pollo Milanese, which was very poor. Bland side salad, overcooked and slightly burnt chicken, disappointing chips, all finished off with a watery ‘creamy’ mushroom sauce. I ate most of it as I was very hungry, and it was edible, just nowhere near as good as I expected. No one asked me how to meal was, so I skipped desert and got out! Nice place though.