This is pretty much a standard branch of Pizza Express, serving their iconic pizzas, including the ones with thin and crispy Romana bases and the Leggera option which is lower calorie.
The main difference with this branch is that it is located in a lovely old building, with wooden beams and the wooden frame structure clearly evident throughout the building. The core was built in the 15th century, extended to rear and west in the 17th century, altered and extended in the 18th century and renovated in the 20th century. So definitely not your average chain restaurant setting! Despite that, the modern limewash gives it a bright and airy feel, and the structure has been opened up - particularly upstairs - to make it open plan.
On our visit, the service was quick and very attentive. It's located on East Street, known locally as "Eat Street" on account of the large number of restaurants there, so there is plenty of competition - none in quite such an interesting building, though. read more