We got take away late one evening and were very pleased with the pizza. Thin, with a crusty crust that didn't make us feel too full. We ordered a margarita and pepperoni pizza and they were wonderful. It was super quick and still hot when we brought it home. Yum! read more

Started with the bruschetta Da Daniella. You get three of them and they were excellent. I think I tasted a hint of anchovy paste but not quite sure as I was recovering from a cold. I had the penne Arrabbiata and they got the right balance of hot spicy and tomato flavor. Deserves a 4.5 but I rounded up. Small quaint neighborhood Italian restaurant. read more

"The linguine artichoke rich in iron" BEST PASTA I EVER HAD! 10/10 would recommend. It's also super cute inside read more

Da Daniela - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

You know how really good chefs are like, "It's just olive oil, home made pasta, and some vegetables," and somehow it tastes absolutely magical- but if you made exactly the same thing at home it would be average?! Well- EVERYTHING here is amazing! Everything tastes like your gifted Italian grandmother just made it with stuff that was freshly picked that afternoon. The pasta, the pizzas, the salads, the desserts- we've eaten the menu and nothing was even in the vicinity of disappointing. All in a charming restaurant, with fantastic prices too (not even sure how they do it?). You can feel the love in the food- the chef, the servers, everyone has so much pride in their amazing dishes. I never write reviews but this place is such a gem- so would feel guilty not sharing! Seriously- just go- you'll have a great night! read more

A little outside of downtown Westminster but worth every minute of walk and tram to reach it. The owner and cooks are passionate and dedicated, very sensitive to details and refinements. Unfortunately, we could not try all the menu but our table for 4 covered most of it and felt no flaws and cleaned the plates mint. The decor is a little special but we could not care less considering the excellent food on the table. Worth the try ! Michel, Matteo, Nicolas read more

This place is always busy - make reservations! Staff is very nice and quick, you can see the kitchen and how your food's prepared. 4* only bc of the noise level - yelling seems encouraged by the staff read more

Da Daniela is solid Italian served up fast by really friendly people. Admittedly we did not try the pizza which may be their speciality but the lasagna was solid not spectacular and salads were fresh if not super inventive. The BYOB keeps the bill very affordable. read more

Da Daniela - Green salad with fresh avocado - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

The BEST pizza restaurant in the Maida Vale/Little Venice/Paddington area, and we're lucky enough to live only around the corner from this little gem. My husband is a picky Italian eater, and he loves their pizzas. Our favorites are the Da Daniela, Capriciossa, and the Friarielli pizzas. They serve pasta dishes as well, but honestly, those aren't so great compared to their pizzas. I recommend trying the tiramisu -- it is delicious and just like my mother-in-law's traditional recipe. It's bring-your-own-booze (BYOB) -- they have a corkage fee of around £2 if you bring your own wine bottle, but we bring beer bottles and we're never charged for those. You should call to make dinner reservations because the place fills up quickly in the evening and there may be a slightly long wait. The servers are always friendly, though busy. read more

Loving Daniela Lounge! Delicious Delicious!! This place is the real deal - a little gem in Maida Vale where you get to sample a bit of real Italy in genuinely unique surroundings. Loving the shelves full of old VHS videos and books..so one of a kind is this that there is even a baywatch themed old pinball machine...enough about the surroundings though - what you will come here for is some of the best Italian in London for a much smaller charge than expected. Bring your own wine(loving this) - or pop down to Daniela's Deli and pick up a nice Italian red to enjoy with your meal. read more

If you're looking for great Italian food in a homely environment then Daniela's Lounge is the place. Set in the heart of Maida Vale Daniela's Lounge could easily be mistaken for a trendy cafe from the outside but first impressions can be deceiving Step inside and you will discover a true taste of Italy- the Italian movie references such as Dolce Vita and Sophie Loren adorn the walls and large simple menus. The book shelves crammed with books and the stylish perspex furniture makes you feel like you have walked into a stylish friend's living room. The irregular tables makes Daniela's Lounge even more cosy and I love the fact that the kitchen is visible from most tables. The portions are very generous and all come with a large side salad. The spinach and ricotta cheese cannelloni was superb and even better than the cannelloni I tasted in Tuscany. You can bring your own wine which is another lovely touch which adds to the laid back vibe. If beer is more to your taste pop into Daniela's Deli next door and buy some authentic Italian beer. read more

Amazing food!!!! Staff took great care of us when we showed up with no reservation. Best Italian food!

Such great food at such a great price. Hmmm, maybe I shouldn't review this one and keep it to myself :) Home Italian cooking - just point to what you want and have it spooned onto your plate. Lasagnes, pastas, mozorella tomatoes, etc. all excellent. BYOB with your friends for a chilled out and very reasonably priced evening. read more

Great pizzas. Good pasta. Great service. Very good value. Bring your own wine wine. read more

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The best margarita pizza, bruschetta, focaccia bread ever! Good quantity and yummy summy! They have their freshly made chilli oil - my favourite! Dishes are cheap as well. This place is always full of people! My favourite pizza place read more

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Important thing I learned is that this place is BYOB so don't forget your bottle of vino when you come here :) I read the other reviews about the pasta being amazing, but my pasta was 'okay'. Pasta didn't seem fresh, a little overcooked and sauce was lacking a little flavor. Might just have been an off night since others seem to have really enjoyed it. Ordered the anti-pasta to start which was a selection of meats, cheese, bread, olives. It was really nice. I'd come here with my wine just to sit and nibble on this starter and relax. read more

Fantastic authentic Italian food at a great price. Pizza base was thin and crispy and topping super tasty and the pasta perfectly al dente and well seasoned. Would definitely come again! read more

Da Daniela - Da daniela pizza and frutti di mare pasta - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

Decent lattes, not fantastic. Although, I'm from SF and picky about these. Pastries are delish. Free and fairly fast wi-fi. Cute decor, pinup girls and kitschy, mismatched furniture and design. Food is pretty good. And prices are reasonable. It's not somewhere I would go out of your way for, but it's a very convenient local spot. read more

Daniela's is a funky little cafe with no shortage of fun things to look at or thumb through while you're waiting an exorbitant amount of time for your eggs. Don't get me wrong, it's lovely and the food is wonderful, but be prepared to wait ages if you're in there on a Sunday morning. That said, it's worth it - the ingredients are fresh, the bread fantastic and the espresso strong. I really like the focaccia sandwiches. So many places overdo it on the oil and butter, but Daniela's is just right. Perfectly light and crispy. read more

Daniela's Cafe is a funky cafe near Warwick Ave tube staffed by Italian girls who are decent cooks. I'm partial to the truffle butter scrambled eggs, which are seriously good. And their toast is excellent. I know thats not a winning point for most people but I'm a fan of toast, and I'll vouch for theirs. They have your usual coffee, tea and juice options, some hot options for lunch, and a series of breakfasts that have various assortments of eggs, toast, and sausages. Its reasonably priced, and has a great ambiance as well. Probably not the place to take your in-laws, there are a few photos of half-naked women (tasteful, black & white) lining the walls, but for the under 45 crowd its just fine. The service can be a bit slow, the waitresses seem a gossipy bunch, but they're not offended if you go up to the front to ask for the cheque. Recommended for casual catch-up sessions on the weekend with friends, or perhaps for the morning after brunch ;) read more

Perfect place for groups starting a nice out (BYOB - drinks shop next door) or those wanting a quiet night. Real Italian cooking with real Italian ingredients. Staff are a bit cold, though. read more

This is a a nice place to hang out. I like the authentic Italian vibe in here with all the Italian specialty foods on the shelves and the fun and casual furniture. The coffee is decent, but I really come here for the beef lasagna. It is good comfort food and yummy. I've tried the risotto here but found it too heavy and I didn't like the pasta that much either, it was too al dente for me, but the lasagne is delicious. I wish the menu was larger here though. read more

Nice LA-ish style yet Italian cafe with home made Italian food and glossy expresso's. Anything with that pesto they have is always brill and it's cheaper than a lot of so called Italian eateries that have taken can-opening to a whole new level.. read more

Great, cheap local cafe for simple food and coffee. Quality is not outstanding but very descent for the price. My favourite cafe in the neighbourhood considering quality and price. Coffee is no worse or better than any in the neighbourhood but significantly cheaper. Also, it is owned and managed by Italians so you get descent panini and pasta dishes. read more

Super simple menu and the kitchen is about as big as a closet, but they turn out perfect Italian staples. And it's cheap. Check out the carbonara. This is the quintessential great neighborhood Italian joint. read more

I live a few minutes away from Daniela's and have walked by it for ages before I finally gave it a go. I wasn't sure what it was from the outside. I stopped in for an enjoyed coffee a few times and have more recently been eating there as well. The food counter always offers a great selection of Italian dishes as well as healthy yet satisfying offerings. I highly recommend the grilled chicken breast and roasted veg. They also offer several unique breakfasts instead of the same old standbys. Daniela's strength is their staff who are very attentive and friendly. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is for the uncomfortable seating and wobbly tables...but I suppose that could be charming to some. read more

Great food, great service. My boyfriend took me here for my birthday and despite being late on a Saturday night they held our reservation and didn't rush us to finish. Would recommend this to anyone who is looking for a great place to eat. Can't wait to go back! read more

Really reasonably priced good quality home made Italian food

a hair in the food! not a big deal you take the dish out, replace it and everyone is happy. but NO, instead the female cook, turn around in the open kitchen to embarrass her self, the restaurant and Us by saying "THIS IS NOT OUR HAIR FOR SURE HUUUUUUH" all costumer in the restaurant clearly hear her saying it but she emebarressed her self even more swearing in Italian when the person it happened to speaks fluently Italian.. a big joke or just wrong people behind the stove that should have an career in the dishwasher rather then in the kitchen // From a sommelier (has been head server and waiter) in both 1 & 2 Michelin starred restaurant since the past 7 years! read more

I hate writing bad reviews but I was REALLY disappointed with this place. 1) The staff couldn't muster up a smile, 2) they forgot to bring out the water (minor point), 3) it was late on a very quiet evening and they asked us to move from a 4 seater to a 6 seater table (there were 2 of us) just in case they had a table for 4 come in?? There were also numerous other 4 seater tables free, 4) they charged us £2 corkage for a £1.5 can of beer, 5) but the food was the most disappointing, not really the taste but the whole presentation - the lasagna tasted ok but wasn't even served with a garnish of rocket or anything, fine, but the Tuna and Mediterranean vegetables was very sad. It was a standard size tuna steak you would buy from Tesco served with ONE tiny floret of broccoli, about 4 tiny slivers of courgette, and maybe a small slice of grilled eggplant. I wish I'd taken a photo it was so pitiful. It wouldn't have broken their bank to add a few more bits of broccoli or some other vegetable, to me that was budgeting taken too far. This is a local for me and its BYO which is rare, so I was really hoping I'd like it, but I won't ever go back nor recommend it. If you do go, maybe stick to the pizza. read more