How is this place only a 3.8 on Yelp? I think Trullo is everything you'd want in an Italian restaurant. Neighborhoody feel. The food is great. Pastas, especially, were fantastic. Ther service was great. My party lingered for a long time yet we never once felt pressured to leave. I am stunned that anyone would give this place lower than a 4-star rating. I thought it was excellent. read more

During my most recent visit to London Trullo was on my list of musts! We took an uber to the restaurant as it is a little out of center city. The vibe was electric and it felt right from the moment we walked in! The service could not have been more welcoming and warm. They seated us in the basement and to be honest I was not keen on the seating, we had a long standing reservation and I had hoped to be seated in the main dining area upstairs, this made me slightly uncomfortable and possibly effected my overall impression of the restaurant. The food was good and a nice selection to choose from with basic good wine. Enjoyed the meal however not sure it was worth the time and cost of round trip transport. read more

Trullo - Basement? - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

Shocked to see this restaurant only has 3.7 stars. If you've rated this below 4.5- you're a snob with uneducated tastebuds I fear. WOW. Craig and I found this place thanks to Reddit and had no idea we were walking into such an incredible establishment. I've never had such an amazing dish. For starters, we got the Buffalo motz w sweet ham and melon + sourdough and olive oil. Both were so light and a fabulous way to start our meal. The Motz dish was not filling but a mix of a multitude of flavors that combine into the perfect premeal treat. Personally, I had the pici with golden garlic and marjoram for a main. WOW. Cannot recommend this enough - the pasta , the flavor !! Everything was unreal- I tried Craig's ragu and also so dreamy. For dessert, Craig had the tiramisu which was fab. I had the chocolate mouse. Seriously, you guys- dare I say the best I've ever had. P.S both wine and cocktails were stunning. We were so happy with this find. Favorite Dishes: Pici with golden garlic and marjoram & Pappardelle with Beef shin Ragu Buffalo Motz + sweet ham & melon Chocolate mouse w olive oil and sea salt Tiramisu read more

Came by for dinner the other night and it was a tasty, albeit warm and sweaty experience... Made a reservation online and my table was ready upon arrival. The menu at Trullo changes daily. As a Michelin Bib Gourmand, I had high expectations! The waiter was fantastic and guided me towards the burrata as an appetizer and it was a winner. The burrata was very soft and seasoned perfectly with a touch of pepper and salt. The super ripe peaches complemented this appetizer nicely. ...it was rather warm on the street level dining room even both doors open. The basement appeared to be air conditioned and also featured 3 tiny loos. Had the Tagliarini pasta as a main course and it was delightful. Pasta was super fresh and light. The pasta was topped with some crispy onions which was excellent. Added a side of wilted spinach and it was cooked perfectly with a generous portion. Super glad that I ordered the Zabaglione for dessert as it was a refreshing way to end dinner topped with some fresh fruit. ~£48 after GST, Service and donation to Ukraine that was already added to the bill. They take cards. read more

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We were curious to try this out as it had made an appearance on one of those "20 best Italian places in London" articles. Long story short - not sure it deserves to be on that list. The place itself looks charming and interesting, and is divided into two levels - street and underground. We were seated in the underground portion which had some nice cave like seating and in the middle of the room tables as well as some side tables and booths. Couldn't make out much of the interiour as it was dimly lit but what I saw looked modern and not over the top decorated. Music was, IIRC, played but must have been so quiet as to not disturb any conversations. The food is good but not exceptional, and varies greatly in quality even within a single seating. The menu is short which I like, some good choices that can please a variety of preferences (even vegetarians, but limited). We had Bruschetta and olives for starters. Seemed like simple grilled sourdough with sliced tomato (which didn't taste of much) and anchovies draped on top. Simple is good, but if the anchovies are desperately needed in order to save the dish flavour wise ... oh well. For pasta we had the Pappardelle with beef shin ragu which was my favourite of the evening, and tasted very good. The pici tasted good but were way undercooked. The Tagliarini with some chopped up mussels and chili flakes were way overcooked and needed salt - pretty much the only thing you could taste (and not even that much) were the chili flakes. For mains we shared a whole grilled fish with fried courgettes, which was actually quite tasty. In a small neighbourhood restaurant it might be OK to let the table do the filleting themselves, so that's what we did. This dish came in second flavour wise (but it didn't need much) - the fried courgette were not greasy and tasty. With food we had some wine, the selection was small but they did say they had an extended wine list if asked. The choices we made from the small list were OK, maybe a tiny bit overprized for what they are (especially if it's an in house label so could be anything really). For dessert we had simple ice cream and a panna cotta. Nothing wrong with the ice cream, but the panna cotta hadn't set and didn't look appetising at all as it was swimming in some of the leftover liquid - they served it anyway but at least said since it didn't look very good it wasn't going to be on the bill. We were tempted by the tiramisu but we saw some of the portions going to other tables and they seemed quite large. We also asked what grappas and amaros they had - and that's where they lost most points for me. They had one of each - the amaro was OK, nothing to write home about, but the grappa was one of the worst paint strippers I've tasted so far. If you're dabbling in Italian cuisine, please have the decency to stock at least a small variety of digestifs you can offer to your customers that your staff is a) familiar with, and b) is of decent quality. This one seemed like a random pick up from the Tesco round the corner. A note about the service - the staff was very nice, but service was inconsistent - maybe it was a kitchen issue, but we didn't seem to be the only ones who had a lull in having food served, there was a pretty long wait in between some of the courses. I guess that just means ordering more wine in between! read more

Small, charming and rich with flavors. One of the best Italian restaurants I've been to around the world. Make a reservation and go. read more

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One thing about me that I never shut up about is that I studied abroad in Florence, Italy during undergrad. Why is this relevant? There were a few things I learned while there. One, my favorite "standard" dish ever is cacio e pepe and I have it wherever I go. I consider myself a bit of an expert when it comes to cacio e pepe. Second, good tiramisu is actually pretty hard to find. Again, why is this relevant? I would consider there to be a sliding scale of cacio e pepe, from the great kind (the one you find in Rome's Trastevere) to the bad kind that is glorified fettuccine alfredo. I would consider the dish I had at Trullo to be pretty much right in the middle of the scale. I think if it had been more toward the high end this would have gotten four stars, vice three. Overall, the food is not bad, and the burrata was quite nice, so would I recommend? Probably! Don't let my preference for a certain dish totally turn you off to this place. read more

Charming restaurant, well crafted Italian food and cocktails. Thoughtful professional service. Easy 5 minute walk from Highbury underground that connects quickly on the Victoria line to Kings Cross/Euston, Oxford Circus and Green Park. read more

Now open on Sunday evenings! Though relatively tiny (12 or 13 tables) they have an 8-page wine list, dominated be Italian offerings. I enjoyed thinly slivered sea bass with delicate tomatoes, adorned with a light dressing of olive oil. Delightful. My main was grilled trout accompanied by tuna carpaccio with capers, anchovies, tomato, and cucumber...the perfect accompaniment. Every bite delicious. I enjoyed a catarratto wine with my meal that hinted at oranges and sunshine. Chocolate and salted caramel tart to finish, just right. All in all a terrific meal. Go and enjoy for yourself, but be warned that you will need to book. read more

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Made a reservation having never heard of it until reading a recent article where the chef of another place recommended it. That woman has taste as the food was spot on! The waiter had us at sirloin steak so then it was a matter of how to fit in a pasta as well. The pappardelle with sausage ragu was beautiful. It was a lovely light sauce & the homemade pasta was perfection. The waiter saw us trying to slurp up the sauce with our fork & offered us more bread to help...YES PLEASE!! The steak with polenta chip balls and green leaf side salad came out next. It was huge. Cooked rare, it was perfectly grilled on the outside & bright print on the inside. And the polenta was divine. Even the side salad, which was fairly simple, was a perfect accompaniment to the rest of the dish. This place isn't cheap but well worth the visit. Food & service was excellent. read more

Trullo - Loved the decor. Food was scoffed before pictures could be taken. Sorry. - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

Cant even supply enough stakes for the whole day. So I have to get a dumb ass lamb chank.

Cozy spot with solid, fresh food. One of my work Bertie's favorites I'm glad he shared with me. Food: 4, Atmosphere: 3.5, Service: 3 Cost to worth it rating: 3 Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Atmosphere: no frills like a cool kid that knows they're cool and doesn't need to show off - Seating: was into our intimate cave-like seating under an overhang downstairs - Carpaccio: delicate cut but what made it was the shaved cheese on top - Gnocchi: homemade soft potato pillows with a fresh tomato sauce - Burrata: large portion filling up the center of the plate, covered in olive oil and topped with peas - Wine: loved our selections - Lemon tart: brûléed on top and the perfect tart gooey taste inside - Cheese: great course with the long crackery pieces of bread - Service: when asked about the menu items, they were very passionate about them Lowlights: - Bit out of the way as I'm typically around SoHo, but fun to explore a different neighborhood Had a nice evening here and would return. read more

There are many good Italian places in London and many boast fresh pasta but this place is simply unbeatable. Although the grilled pork shop was something I'd eyed, we decided to do a trio of the pastas and we were very content. Perfect ambience for dating or a lovely dinner as well. Will definitely come again! read more

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Best Italian I've had in London so far!! Compared to the Chicago Italian I'm used to, this is spot on! We made a reservation on open table a few weeks in advance and it was worth it. The menu was delicious. It changes often too. We started with a bottle of wine and some nduja bruschetta. It was spicy but creamy from the creme fraiche. The cacio e pepe and Ragu were so tasty!! The cheese is my favorite but the ragu was super tender and flavorful. Overall I would recommend it for sure! read more

We had to book over a month in advance to bag a weekend evening table, such is the popularity of Trullo for Islingtonites. The restaurant itself is quite small with only about 15 tables on the main floor although I see there is a downstairs area too. Simple and straightforward interior with low lighting to match the menu of simple and rustic Italian food. The place was full and the half open to the restaurant kitchen at full throttle. Our waiter was quite attentive and brought bread and water quickly (tap water in a small decanter which was good). A small printed, daily menu is ready on the table. Short but very appealing menu. Ordered the papardelle beef shin ragu which was quite sublime as I hoped it would be as I am a fan of long slow cooked melt in the mouth meat. Main course of cod served on a wedge of char grilled crostini bread topped with olive tapenade and with white beans, razor clams, mussels and spicy tomato sauce made for a flavourful combination that worked together well I thought. Only the desert was less than special. Roasted hazelnut ice cream which sounded great and was indeed full of nuts but had surprisingly little actual hazelnut flavour which was slightly odd. Great food and good service and a good example of just focusing on getting the food right without fancy gimmicks. I can see why it's popular and is well documented by the food critics and firmly on the locals radar screen so dropping in for a bit probably isn't an option unless you plan ahead. read more

Sunday set-menu at Trullo, booked 3 weeks in advance, 27.50pp. No choice = panic for Grace, especially when a lot of toxin soak-age was necessary.and the fact that munchies were back with a vengeance. Luckily the main was meat, and lots of it. A bollito misto course with INTENSELY stewed (to perfection) beef brisket, ox tongue, pig cheek and a special italian sausage. All of this served amongst a hearty pile of lentils, carrots and celery (sitting in the gorgeous au jus of aforementioned meatFEST) along with 3 amazing sauces (fresh horseradish, salsa verde, and a bone marrow concoction of awesome). The starter and dessert weren't as memorable (polenta with 'shrooms and either an almond pear/chocolate quince tart) but the staff had lovely wine recommendations and functioned superbly as eye candy. I think most of the customers were women or gay men, thus insane tip status ensued I am sure. I left wanting to take a lovely nap in front of a fireplace curled up on a bearskin rug. Naked. That is the definition of a good Sunday meal. read more

We made the booking for this meal mid-November and we could only secure a 9.30pm slot for dinner last night (Dec 22nd) so we excited to see what the hype was about. We'd received great service before we'd even arrived - one of the staff called us to let us know that our table would be ready a little earlier if we'd like. Nice touch. I really liked the decor here - unassuming and simple but classy. The tables are fairly close together but the low lighting retained an intimate feel to the place. Everyone around us was in good cheer. The food was exceptional. We shared an antipasto and primo of quail and beef shin ragu between us and thought about ordering some more; it was that good. Our mains were completely different but oh so tasty - the brill was meaty and tasty (especially with the greens in anchovy butter) and my stewed veal was tender. Pear and almond tart and cheeses to finish - all in all a fantastic meal! Simple dishes cooked very well and furnished with plenty of flavour. Great wine selection here too. Give Trullo a try - just book way in advance. read more

We came here for my birthday dinner in June and I have to say, I was quite impressed with both the quality of the food and the service. Our waitress was quite easy to flag down, didn't hover (which I hate!) and most of all, didn't rush what was clearly a romantic meal. I had the ox heart for a starter and the lamb for a main course, while my date had the partridge to start and the lamb. All three choices were absolutely excellent, with my (very picky) date actually exclaiming over the quality of the partridge. I was a bit put off at how close the tables are, but by the end realised there was enough room to manoeuvre comfortably. If you need an out-of-the-way, intimate restaurant in the area, I would highly recommend this place over a chain like Cote. read more

I went to Trullo after hearing much hype about it after its opening, and because its just around the corner from where I live. I would have gone earlier, but every time I've dropped by or tried to book on the phone, they were full. I got lucky on a freezing Thursday night, but left quite disappointed. The menu at Trullo is incredibly short, which is fine for really fine dining restaurants where each dish is a work of art and take ages to prepare, but Trullo's range of Italian was quite standard. Before our food arrived, we were served a very pitiful looking basket of bread. The basket was big, but inside were three sad looking small slices of bread... it was literally the most pathetic bread basket I have seen. Ever. It did come with a small bowl of olive oil though. We had a risotto to share first, as we were both warned that the main courses were quite big. It was a big disappointment; quite watery, and somehow some of the rice was still quite crunchy. The flavours were good, but we kinda felt cheated out of the £7 paid for it. For mains, I had the mackerel and lentils, which was actually very good. Perfectly grilled mackerel, with the flesh still extremely soft and juicy. My partner had the poussin, pancetta, and polenta, which was a interesting innovation of the classic chicken, bacon, and corn combination. The flavours were good too, with the poussin extremely well cooked. Overall, the mains seemed to be much better than the risotto starter that we had. Pricewise; it was a bit expensive for a small neighborhood restaurant; £17 for the poussin and £14 for the mackerel, and £7 for the small dish of risotto. Nothing really exciting here though and unfortunately it doesn't live up to the hype for me. Reviewed by The London Insider http://www.london-insider.co.uk/ read more

We were very excited to have a hot, new restaurant in the Highbury/Islington hood. You know it's 'hot' when you have to book a table a good month in advance, and still only score a table for 9:30pm on a Tuesday night. The clientele was a strange mix of a wealthy older crowd and younger hip crowd. Not so strange if you look at the prices. For all the hype and trouble to get a table, we were not blown away. We started with a sweet potato soup decorated with crispy pig ear. It's clear they are trying to be bold with their choice of ingredients and we were inspired to be bold in our ordering, only to find that just as you would expect, the pigs ear was chewy, salty and let's face it, gross. The starters of ravioli and risotto were delicious. However, our partridge entree was undercooked and a royal pain to eat. The waiter took it away and when it came back about 10 minutes later, it was clear they stuck the whole dish in the oven, without trying to redress it for us in any way. Booooooooo Our waiter disappeared never to be seen again until we flagged down someone in the kitchen to bring us the bill and our coats. We're not rushing back. read more

I loved trullo when they still had the cheese and wine pairing- please bring the cheese and wine pairing back!!!

I'd gone past Trullo many times before finally deciding to book a table and thanks to the reviews and general look of the restaurant I was highly excited. Unfortunately by the time I left I was highly disappointed. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is nice but not in any way Italian, in fact none of the staff that helped or spoke to us were either. That leads me on to the food. The ravioli starter was in fact very good but my main of braised beef was poor. Certainly not worth what we paid for everything. My girlfriend who is actually Italian from Tuscany was also very disappointed and if I hadn't told her beforehand wouldn't have guessed it was an Italian restaurant. read more

What's not to like about a great Italian do I dare say Bistro in an area lacking for restaurants? First of all--book way in advance. I have tried time and time again for a last minute reservation to no avail. We were seated on the top floor although the bottom bar looks like it has atmosphere. The service was very attentive (borderline intrusive as they try to turn the tables here quickly). We enjoyed the wine and I had a pasta with a ragu that was the specialty of the house and it was delicious. Cod cheeks with garbanzos, delicious salted caramel ice cream and good bread rounded out the meal. Our one complaint was that it got quite smokey in the room--not sure if that was a one-off or if it is always a bit smokey in there, but one of our party wanted to leave because of it and my clothes smelled the next day. read more

Offers a simple and seasonal daily changing menu. We were seated at the front window, which we love so we can always watch the passing traffic. The menu is great and there was SO much I wanted...i will be back...I started with the bruschetta with sweetbreads, girolles and nduja (£8.50). The sweetbreads were soft and tender. The mushrooms provided a lovely earthiness and the whole dish was seasoned perfectly but I missed any heat or spice from the nduja. The ravioli of pumpkin and ricotta with a sage butter (£8.50) was so light and delicate that they were gobbled up in a matter of seconds - the portion seemed a touch on the small side. Again though, a brilliant pasta dish and masterfully made. As they're located on the same street as I live, I KNOW I will be back many more times to come. read more

Had a really lovely dinner at Trullo last night with a group of 6. The place has a great vibe to it - upscale and intimate, yet casual and inviting. Staff made us feel very welcome, and were happy to describe any of the items on the menu in great detail. The upstairs dining room had a very clean, rustic feel to it with dark floorboards and simply decorated white walls. I also really loved the semi-open kitchen, which made for a great view of the chefs at work perfecting their dishes. Menu changes daily and offers a nice mix of pasta, seafood and meat dishes to keep everyone happy. As recommended by some fellow reviewers, I ordered the pappardelle with beef shin ragu for a starter - and what a dish! The pasta was delicate, fresh and flavourful, but the real star was the beef ragu, deep, hearty flavour, while still feeling light and fresh, finished off with a dusting of grated parmesan. For my main I had the crespelle - which was a crepe filled with mushrooms, leeks, and taleggio cheese, served with a lentil and mixed greens salad. The flavours did deliver, but I think the crespelle was just a touchy greasy, but this was fried in a pan to start, so I suppose that's what you get! The lentils were delicious! I only wish I could learn the secret to making lentils taste so delicious. Dessert was an almond tart, served with fresh strawberries and cream. A delightful finish to a lovely meal. I'll definitely be back to try more! read more

Trullo frustrates me on many levels. It's expensive for what it is and I thought their bread basket was atrocious. OK quality bread but three limp slabs of floury bread with what seemed like a tiny crucible of olive oil. In thinking this was an Italian restaurant a bit of generosity with oil wouldn't go amiss. It felt like it was a portion that was given to you straight from the restaurant's accountant. Each mouthful you take will eventually balance out the red values on that spreadsheet and lace them back in the black. The menu was quite diverse but the prices were quite a spank on the pocket. But the food we ate was very good. To start we had the insulting bread and recession sized drop of olive oil. Then we shared a pasta dish of cream, sorrel and smoked eel. Now that was a plate of pasta to remember. Every ingredient complimented each other and offered a subtle smoky, sweet and tangy flavour. The pasta was fresh and was very moorish. We nearly had another plate but then we decided to wait until our mains. My beloved had some bulgur wheat which had peas and asparagus and in some ways was like a lighter Spring version of risotto. Very nice delicate flavours and wasn't too much. I had some lamb that was slowcooked with garlic and served with peas and mint. It was lovely yet had a posh canteen like feel about how it was served. We opted for a panna cotta for dessert and although smaller and firmer the caramel flavour was beautiful. This was just like having Italian Creme Caramel. The bill came and it wasn't overly cheap. Just like the rest of the area really. But the thing I found is that there are restaurants that are shining and I feel Trullo is slightly mediocre in comparison. It had great elements but it was just how the whole experience married with each other - there was something that didn't quite gel. I also think I have Zucca partly to blame as once you eat there it sets a very high benchmark. Trullo does Italian in an entirely different way. Trullo is Italian by English people, Zucca is Italian by Italians. read more

Went in April 2013 and did not get disappointed. Nice bread, and you get more of the tasty olive oil if you just ask. Mine ran out fast as it tasted delicious, with a tweak of lemon. Food was great, I had the coniglio fritto which is a bit like Kentucky Fried Rabbit. Delicious, and they got nice accompanying wines. Don't remember how much we paid but for London standards it was OK. read more

The lunch at Tullo started w a-get-the-weekend-started Friday midday cocktail. The food was fresh and delicious - I made plans to have dinner that same night! read more

I was thoroughly impressed with Trullo. Such low prices for great quality food. I'm happy to have this in my neighbourhood for a quiet Friday night out kind of restaurant. What also is great is the fact that you're not getting rorted when it comes to buying a bottle of wine, which does truly mean it can be the sort of place you come to regularly, without feeling like you're being bled dry. It's hard to go past the char grilled quail or the pan fried sole as well. Can't wait to go back and try the steak. read more

It's place is super popular these days, but it's well worth the wait. My favourite is their Sunday lunch set menu. Their food is just amazing. Proper Italian food, focused on showcasing seasonal ingredients, simple, yet original. I was actually sad when we got to the end of the meal. It's also a great place for a romantic dinner (ask for a table upstairs, the basement is not as nice). Service is efficient and friendly. read more

Amazing Italian tapas restaurant near Highbury Corner. The food and wine are of a high quality. Friendly and helpful staff. I highly recommend dining here. read more

I have now found some time to come here for lunch during the week. The same menu operates as can be found in the evening with the addition of a lunchtime offer of two courses for £12. This allows one the opportunity to sample Trullo's cooking without quite the same cost as the evening experience. Somehow eating here during the day also feels right because the light which fills the restaurant can, with a healthy dose of imagination, transport you away from St Paul's Road to the kind of simple Italian Trattoria which the food evokes so well. read more

Really don't understand all of the rave reviews about this place. I was really excited to dine here after reading so much about it, and was able to walk in at 6:15. Had pasta with beans which was ok, nothing special, and the lamb which I found to be very fatty, but better than the pasta. Bread and olive oil was delicious and my favourite part of the meal. One thing that irks me is when the server asks if you would like a refill on your soda, and then you see on the bill it's another £3. After all the hype, I ultimately found it to be overpriced and not as good as other offerings in the area. read more

i hate how they kick you out after 2 hours so that they can let another party have your table. that being said, the prices here are super reasonable for tasty food. i got the lemon sole yesterday, and it was an entire piece of sole, grilled, and served w/ some fennel and anchovy salad on the side. there were a ton of little bones in the fish though, so i looked like an idiot picking them out of my mouth the entire time. vanilla panna cotta and salted caramel ice cream for dessert were also delicious. read more

I went to Trullo during their first week, on a Friday night. I live just around the corner so was quite excited that after a very long time of the venue being closed something was happening there. The menu looked surprisingly simple and unadventurous for a place trying to make an impact in their first week. But be no fooled by this. The dishes are actually so much more than it appears on the menu. There was, however, one thing seriously wrong with the place. Service...or rather the lack of it. As I live just round the corner I hope this place lasts and I wish them well. I will go back to give them a second chance. However, no matter how relaxed we islingtonians might be, we expect more than just good food in a restaurant - we want good service. One cannot go well without the other and hopefully, the service will arrive at Trullo soon. read more

I came here with my two flatmates last night, after making local dinner plans in anticipation of the tube strike that eventually got called off. It's been on my restaurant list for a while, but for some reason I have rarely been out on St Paul's Road, which tends to be forgotten in favour of the better known Upper Street. There are a number of places there that I have been meaning to try. From the outside it's easy to miss, with a dark awning that says Trullo in the corner, but otherwise quite low key. We were one of the earliest diners, as we could only get a 6:15 reservation, but the restaurant filled up during our time there and it became very busy. For starters, we ordered the Coppa di Parma with San Marzano crostini, and a burrata dish we found in the Oven section of the menu. In non-Italian speak, Coppa di Parma is parma ham made from the pig's neck, and San Marzano is a type of tomato, none of which I knew at the time. But there were two crostinis, the tomatoes were drizzled in a delicious olive oil and the whole thing was really great. At first we thought the burrata was baked (given that it was in the Oven section), but in the end it was a normal burrata served with pesto, a marinated bell pepper, and two sweet pea fritters. We had asked the waiter what he recommended between the burrata and the buffalo mozzarella actually listed as a starter, and he said definitely the burrata. This too was fantastic; burrata and pesto is such an amazing combination, and the fritters were a unique touch (I don't normally think of that as Italian). As for the mains, there weren't any dishes that particularly spoke to me, so I ended up getting the Black Hampshire pork chop with pancetta, celeriac, and lemon thyme. I haven't had a pork chop for ages, but it was tasty, while celeriac is something I definitely don't eat very often, and it was served in square chunks as a kind of stew that tasted like celery. I definitely couldn't have guessed that was an Italian dish. My flatmates got the pappardelle with beef shin ragu, which the waiter recommended to be paired with a side salad as the pastas are small dishes, and the lemon sole with spinach and golden garlic, which was a whole fish, bones and all, fried as you would a fillet for fish and chips. Overall, besides the two Italian starters that we sought out and a handful of pasta dishes, I didn't think the menu was particularly Italian, perhaps just inspired by Italy and featuring a number of options that are typical of European cuisine. The wine list, however, was categorized by regions of Italy. We enjoyed two bottles of the I Fiori white wine from Sardinia, which we couldn't try beforehand but was recommended by the staff, who said it was a favourite of "all the ladies." It was a good choice. I think we all enjoyed our dining experience, as the food was very good and the restaurant also has a nice, relaxed vibe. I can definitely see myself coming to Trullo again. read more

oh man friends, i have been anticipating this since the summer of 2010. a coworker had told em about as she knew i had lived in the neighborhood. then, fellow yelper craig m. gave a four star review mostly recently. i was tickled pink. i was 10 minutes early and the waiting space was tight. the host was uber welcoming and said i could go to the bar and grab a drink. i was happy to stand at the entry way since i had just come from the pub and had 2 guinesses in me. :) we were finally seated at 9:45 (i had a 9:15 reservation). i was okay with the delay since heck i'd waited so long to get the reso and all. i had the beef shin ragu to start and the rabbit for my main. both were delightful though i liked the ragu more. my friend and i ordered a slice of blood orange cake with creme fraiche. that all sounds delightful, no? well there were some kinks: 1.) aforementioned late seating 2.) the waitress asked if we wanted another bottle of water and we said no thanks, but they brougtht us another. 3.) the waiter came over VERY apologetic and told us they missed one of our dishes because of the carbon on the print out. it was smeared. i told them it was my rabbit. 4.) we ordered one slice of cake and they brought us 2. when, i said we only ordered one the waiter shrugged and walked away. complimentary? or so i thought. 5.) then, when the bill came, no rabbit charged, extra bottle of water and extra slice of cake charged. i assumed rabbit gratis for all the debacals, so we paid. 6.) lastly, the icing on the cake. as we were preparing to leave, the waiter comes back sheepishly to apologize and say the rabbit was left off and could we pay the remainder. i told him about the above and he suggesting taking the cake off the rabbit due. i was like fine because i just wanted to get out of there since i had flown in on a red eye and had been up 36 hours straight. he was nice and all, but enough was enough. even the food could not saved the loopy service. read more

Trullo - rabbit with mustard greens - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

Oh dear. I really, really didn't like Trullo - and this, after having to book 6 weeks ahead to get a table. It was probably my fault for being fussy but the only dish that really sounded like something I'd like was the starter size risotto, my usual favourite kind, butternut squash. After much discussion with the staff, I was allowed to order it as a main course - although they told me they considered it "too rich". I was soooooo disappointed! It was really liquidy and tasted overwhelmingly of very highly seasoned chicken stock - with no discernible squash flavour whatsoever. Not what I fancied at all- plus the portion was still pretty meagre. My friend did much better with a very sizeable main of poussin and wet polenta although she struggled to carve the meat off the bones. I didn't even like any of the desserts on offer - although my friend did enjoy her panacotta. On the way home, I actually nipped into Ottolenghi and got a lovely plum crumble and almond cake which I had back home at 11 - and I've never done that before in my life. That, at least, I did enjoy. The Trullo staff were all very nice - the service was great - but sorry to say I won't bother giving it another try. read more

Some odd reviews - it doesn't look Italian? So what - it's an Italian restaurant in London. It's run by Brits and most of the staff are Brits. Having an Italian 'feel' is hardly an indicator of quality. Onto the food: I've eaten here about 8 times over the past five years and it's always been uniquely excellent. They occasionally have an off dish but there's a reason I keep coming back. The service is great. The upstairs dining room is excellent, the downstairs one a little more poky. read more

Had dinner here last night, was an enjoyable evening with good food. Had asparagus to start, expensive for what it was, but lovely and well cooked. Pork chop for main, was nice, my father in law said it was the best pork chop he has had in years - high praise! I wouldn't go that far, but it was nice. Tiramasu wasn't the best, but the peppermint tea was delicious. Great atmosphere, packed on a Tuesday evening, I recommend you book. Service v good. read more