A Little Taste of Italy in the Heart of London!
We absolutely loved our visits to illy Caffè and Eataly during our trip to London! In fact, we enjoyed it so much that we came back three times.
The pastries were absolutely incredible -- fresh, generous in size, beautifully presented, and packed with flavor. Every bite was a true delight for the senses. The desserts alone were worth coming back for!
The atmosphere was another highlight. Everything was clean, pleasant, beautifully appointed, and easy to navigate. Walking through the market genuinely made me feel like I had stepped into Italy, even though we were right in the heart of London. The selection was wonderful, and I thought the prices were very fair for the quality and experience.
I also had a noodle bowl prepared by the chef, and unfortunately, that interaction was the one disappointing part of our experience. We simply asked for a small side of sauce to go with food we had already purchased -- we had purchased two meals -- and were told we would need to purchase another meal to get the sauce. We found that frustrating and unnecessary, and the chef's manner came across as rude.
That said, the beautiful atmosphere, wonderful market, delicious food, and especially those amazing pastries more than made up for that one interaction. We clearly enjoyed ourselves because we returned three times during our London trip!
Overall, Eataly was one of those places that made our trip feel special. If you love Italian food, beautiful markets, pastries, and a lively but comfortable atmosphere, this is definitely a place worth experiencing.
Thank you, Eataly, for giving us a little taste of Italy while we were in London! read more