Authentic and delicious Italian place!! On top of that, the service made our dining experience there even better. We ordered asparagus with butter and fried fish with spinach and tartar sauce. The ingredients were fresh but nothing too special. The pasta is AMAZING!! I got the tagliatelle with lamb ragu. The lamb is so soft it melts in your mouth and the pasta sauce is spot on. My friend ordered spaghetti with Mediterranean seafood. She said it was really good as well but the clams weren't cleaned well since she could still taste the grit. Other than that I would say it is one of the best pasta places I've been to. The ambiance is classy & noisy. No need to dress up or anything. Most of the customers seems to be regulars around the area. Definitely £££ so it's a bit pricy!! read more

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Enjoyed a very lovely dinner here last night with a couple friends. The atmosphere was great with the Classic Italian family feel to it- welcoming and professional without feeling too formal. The decor was great as well, clean and crisp with the piano music adding to the vibe. For my main, I had the tagliatelle with scampi, artichoke and tomato. The dish, though beautifully presented, I felt lacked a bit of flavour- think it needed a hit of citrus or some pepper? Dessert was very tasty, though not the best creme brûlée I've had- taste was there but my sugar crust was not so crunchy in places, could have used a few more minutes under the grill. Our wine was superb! Great selection in a range of price points. 4 stars for great service, ambiance, and a lovely meal with fantastic wine! read more

Villa Bianca - Tagliatelle with scampi and artichokes - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

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Met up with dear friends for a late dinner and enjoyed ourselves. Villa Bianca, at a glance, looks like a charming house with a second floor adorned with brightly colored flower boxes. We ordered delicious wine and I was feeling pasta so I had Spaghetti Allo Scoglio (Thin spaghetti with Mediterranean seafood, olive oil, cherry tomatoes, garlic and chilli). Spaghetti came with fresh mussels, clams and prawns. Spaghetti was cooked perfectly al dente and seafood was incredibly fresh and flavorful. Dining companions ordered Pappardelle Con Misto di Porcini e Fungi Selvati Saltati (Large tagliatelle with porcini & mixed mushrooms sautéed in truffle butter) and Risotto Con Scampi Piselle e Pomodorini (Risotto with scampi, peas and cherry tomatoes). Being the piggie that I am, I had to try out everyone's dish, and I have to say that each dish was delicious but the one that stood out to me was the tagliatelle with mushrooms in truffle butter. What decadence - I thought that the truffle butter was to die for! Service was quite friendly and upbeat considering we were practically the last customers in the restaurant before closing. I really enjoyed my evening at Villa Bianca, and would love to come back to try more dishes. read more

Fantastic and stunningly beautiful restaurant with great service and amazing good food. In fact this is probably the best Italian food I have had in London - it is closest to authentic Italian food in London. Also , the value for money is incomparable. You would think it is a very expensive place but it is actually very reasonable. The service is excellent - they even have a wonderful pianist upstairs. We had a table on the first floor terrace and the pianist was playing lovely music while we ate. The ambiance is incomparable. The décor is beautiful - loved the flowers everywhere! Highly recommend the place and make sure you get the first floor balcony!! read more

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After checking into my horrible hotel, I walked around looking for a place to hang out. It was 9pm and everything seemed closed for the night... Then there was the cafe! A beacon amongst misery! Open till 11pm. Very inviting decor and friendly staff... Plus fantastic menu options and drinks. Breakfast items to full dinners. Desserts, coffees and wines! And the biggest plus for me? Vegetarian options! If you are down this way, I highly recommend this cafe restaurant. Also, they are next to the Barclay Bank that offers free wifi that I could connect my cell up to. read more

Villa Bianca - Desserts & wines too - Italian Near Me - London, XGL

I love Villa Bianca, I've been here a few times & it never disappointed. The service is really FABULOUS, with attentive (not to mention gawgeous) waiters who strike that perfect balance between friendly and professional. The food is good Italian stuff, the pasta dishes I've had were excellent. But I think my favourite thing about this place is its cute little location, the abundance of greenery outside hanging off its balcony, and the live piano music! It is a romantic, darling little place for a quiet dinner in gorgeous surrounds. Bon Apetit! read more

5 Star customer service is alive and well in the big smoke!!! Ok, if you look at the menu and you're prepared to spend the prices then let's assume that the bill won't be an issue here... because once you get in, you will forget you're in London. Once you're shown to your table, your coats are whisked off to a cloakroom, drinks are arriving, water is being poured, specials are being recited with precision and did I mention there was a basket of fresh focaccia, bread, breadsticks and orchids behind those menus? Once you pour over the menu and make the toughest decision of your life, get used to being treated to servers coming around and topping up your glasses, clearing nonsense from your table and running the restaurant like a well-oiled machine. I had the beef strips with mushroom sauce & parsnip mash which was pretty epic, we split a special dessert which was a fried pastry filled with ricotta and a selection of fruit compotes and sauces to accompany it. In the summer, you can dine alfresco and they are meant to occasionally have live music to set the tone for your night. The location was right in the heart of picturesque Hampstead and couldn't be a better place to bring a date, business meeting, or mother in law (hey, anyone you need to impress, really!). A true dining experience. You will never know it's here unless someone tells you, so consider yourself told!! read more

I went to this place for lunch weeks ago, and let me say it straight: this lunch was amazing and I was really delighted by everything in this restaurant. It has a very welcoming atmosphere, great hospitality, plus they filled my table up with yummy stuff before I've even start putting my order through :D The place was ultra clean, with very freshly made food, and the only word you would hear around is " it's up to you sir/ madam :)" I had the business lunch choice (a starter and a main) and it was so heavenly. Well cooked, well presented, and with a wowing simplicity too. For a funny reason I ordered a mint tea to seal my meal and it came along with some complimentary biscuits and I have to say the experience was magical. The only downside was that I was alone, so my next time would be with a good company. read more

One of the best meals I've had in London. In a charming alley close to the Hampstead tube. Excellent service.

If there were a restaurant that could get the elite 6 star yelp review, this place would be it. The service was spot on, with the host seating us immediately, taking our coats and bringing us water and bread like it was ordered yesterday. Neither of us had to lift the water or wine bottle because everytime we were to 1/4 of a glass, the waiter magically appeared, refilled our glasses, and vanished without a trace. The epitome of how I like my service: Telepathically sensing my needs and then no hovering. The interiour was beautiful and the upstairs was enchanting, with a gorgeous balcony that I MUST it on one day. The food...oh, the food. I had veal with new potatos and it was legen-wait for it-dary. Thom A and I split a desert, a perfect way to finish off an altogether wonderful and enchanting dinner. It was a bit pricey but worth every penny. read more

Brilliant! (when in London...) Dined here with a client and the service, food, atmosphere are all wonderful. Northern Italian fare, very fresh and authentic. Started with appetizer of mussels (fabulous), crab salad (just good, not phenomenal), and bruschetta (simple yet delicious). I opted for linguine with clams. It was the perfect portion size, pasta cooked al dente, not overly garlicky, really perfect. Co diners went with a chicken dish in a creamy mushroom sauce which smelled amazing and a grilled swordfish - which came out rare - which was not the norm for us but it tasted good. We had a fabulous French Pinot Noir and finished up with some ginger tea and a creme brulee. An excellent meal, not rushed at all. Piano music playing upstairs. Highly recommend when in this part of town (West Hamstead) - it's on a small side street BTW and right around the corner from a crepe stand which had a line down the block.... read more

Beautiful restaurant with wonderful service. Their business lunch at £16.5(or 16?) was great. Although my clam pasta's clam was not it's best quality(it was very fishy), their fresh pasta noodle was exactly what I wanted. The shrimp avocado appetizer was delightful too. I really loved everything about this restaurant so was considering to telling about the clam. But it's always difficult as the chef must have done their best and I didn't wanted to hurt their feeling. Hopefully they read this review and try to buy better clam since vongole pasta is my favorite. I still give them 4 stars as my overall experience was very pleasant :) read more

I like this restaurant, always full but very cosy. The food is Italian and they have come good wines. I am particularly fond of Barolo and they have a cheaper one I buy at £45 which is excellent, but they have some that cost an awful lot more! We used to go there for our birthday meals, which used to cost around £145 including liquors but we have toned down our special meals and each time I send £50 to a small charity in South Africa I support. Nice place to take your special lady on a first date, but don't go and spoil it all afterwards ;-) read more

beautiful and romantic night thanks to villa bianca :) we were initially seated downstairs, but after i saw the upstairs on a lady break, i asked to be seated in the semi terrace area and we were moved. DEFINITELY recommend asking for a seat on the upper floor. the pianist was playing a few tables away and just the whole atmosphere was very intimate and romantic. the vegetable risotto i ordered was the best i ever had IN MY LIFE. and i was in italy about a month ago. and my boyfriend who doesn't like risotto agreed it was amazing. very very extensive wine list (so long, there's a table of contents). not sure what the damage was but things were reasonably priced given the quality of the food and beauty of the venue. this is definitely THE restaurant i'd recommend to any couples celebrating an anniversary, birthday, etc! read more

As a Hampstead local, this is the place that my wife and I recommend to all of our visitors. Perrin's Lane is a fantastic, boutique street in Hampstead Village. As you enter Villa Bianca, the staff and service are really superb. Thankfully, the food is too. The attentive wait staff bring out several "chef's treats" before you order - which is a very nice touch. The restaurant itself has a great ambiance accompanied by great food. The live piano music is also a nice addition to the already romantic atmosphere. Highly recommend to everyone - and it is also only a very short walk from the Hampstead tube station (Northern Line)! read more

A fantastic dining experience, absolutely beautiful pasta and the service was impeccable! :-)

Impeccable in every way. The manager is one of the best. Close to be one of the best in London. A cross between Venice's Harry's bar, Dorchester bar and Toto's in Chelsea. read more

My wife and I were seated upstairs early in the evening at 7:00PM as we did not have a reservation. The waitress asked if we wanted mineral bubble water--and I said no just tap water. She brought a bottle of mineral water--and I didn't want to make a fuss so I said nothing with the amount being L3.50. She then asked if we wish to have bread--and I said yes. They brought the bread and charged us L2.75 for Cestino di Pane...and it was not very good. They put down a small bowl of green olives and said nothing. I found out later that, even though we did not order it, we were charged L3.00 for Olive Marinate. Even though we were the only diners at this early hour, a pianist sat at the piano and began to play dinner music. I called the waitress over and explained that my wife could not tolerate loud noise with a hearing problem--and could the pianists play more quiet. She went to him--no change at all. I then called her over a second time with the same request. She went to him, said something and came back to us. She then said that he could not play softly. What's the problem here? WE were the paying diners--and he was insulting us! All in all--it was a very disappointing meal and evening. The food was fine but nothing to really recommend. The restaurant was quite lovely with its decor and they had plenty of staff to serve. When we left the downstairs was full. No doubt it is a popular restaurant in Hampstead, but we were overcharged and treated rudely. We will not return. read more

Far my best restaurant in Hampstead! If you like Italian food, I would recommend it to anyone going to this area and seeking a cool place for dinner! Living in London for a couple of months now, I took some visiting friends there and they all loved it! Food is excelent and prices are totally affordable! The atmosphere within the restaurant is very pleasant! read more

A nice cosy place, a little dated but still has some charm, the food is very traditional old school Italian food but very tasty prepared with care. The service staff are very attentive. Wine list is extensive. The service charge was a little high and the final bill was a lot higher than the over all experience deserved. Worth a visit but not a restaurant you would frequent. read more

Horrendous experience after arriving at 8.30pm and telling them we had to leave at 9.45 they took the order and by 9.30 the mains still had not arrived despite us being told it would be 3 mins then 2 and a half mins then 5 mins by the waiter at 9.10pm the manager was rude and threatening using profanities and expletives finally we called the police after paying the bill for the FULL amount even though we only had three starter £116!!!!! No alcohol!!! The loud and shouty manager proceeded to agree to refunds in in front of the police but this has yet to happen??? The manager also grabbed one of our guests and pinned him up against the wall. We have taken advice from the police again today who have advised us to stop the payment on the card which American Express have been able to do. The top senior management have not fulfilled their verbal agreement that was discussed with the police and our guests. Basically no one wants to be assaulted on a night out and to have to pay for it too??? read more

Don't come here expecting nouvelle cuisine, Villa Bianca is the place to bring visiting parents and a place where North London's Italian diaspora frequent. Walking in, off a secluded side street, one has the impression of stepping through the door of a restaurant forgotten by the passage of a couple of decades, trapped in the 1980's. The packets of breadsticks on the tables, the menu, the decor, the staff (Italian waiters sporting shiny Gucci belts and plenty of hair gel): everything seems unspoilt from those years of shoulder pads and Don't You Want Me Baby. That is, trapped in the 80s - not fossilized since then - there is nothing dingy about the place and it's freshly painted. The food was delicious - the asparagus fresh and tender, the liver with sage melted in the mouth, my semifreddo was subtle and not overly sweet. It's not cheap but it won't break the bank either - reckon on about 30 a head (without booze) for a couple of courses and a shared dessert. read more

Great food and atmosphere in a quaint area of London. Above average prices but worth it

The place has a very interesting and lovely interior design. The food is also good but the service can be a little dodgy. however, keep in mind that this impression is from only one visit. I hope my next one to be better. read more

Superb service and great food. The tuna steak and baked aubergine were exactly what I was expecting. It's a kind of local restaurant you'll always remember even if you move away from the area. Will definitely go back. read more

I will caveat my 5 star by saying that I have been living in London for 3 months and I was starting to get withdrawals for true service during a nice meal. That being said, the food was solid too! I started by calling the day of (at 5:30), to see if there were any open reservations. Earliest they could take 2 was at 10pm. The gentleman on the phone asked me to hold for just a second. He came back and stated that the GM had not arrived yet, but asked if we could make it for opening at 6:30 and said he could likely squeeze us in. (1st high marks) We arrived at 6:30 and the GM welcomed us, waived for a waiter, and offered for us to sit upstairs as the piano was going to start at 7:00. Upstairs we went, and were offered a terrace table, beautiful weather, and quite evening (2nd high marks) Our waiter welcomed us, offered water and cheese pastry, and shared the specials with a smile and REAL conversation (3rd high marks). Great menu, ordered an app and bottle of wine (good wine list too). Enjoyed an evening where all 3 waiters in the area were regularly checking on us, filling our wine/water, and busing the table. All with a smile and conversation. The GM stopped by late in the meal and offered his thanks, as did we. Food was great (Truffle Rissoto Special and the Gnocci, as well as a stuffed eggplant appetizer). I have read reviews here commenting on the price. I found it to be very reasonable in the context of London. If you are thinking in dollars, you will be in shock anywhere in London! With my faith in customer service restored, we will be dining here again and again. read more

Me and the hubby came here while in London from the US and loved the attentive staff, warm and welcoming atmosphere and delicious food. Thanks to Yelp for helping us find this place! read more

Firstly, I went to Vila's Bianca sister restaurant in Fairfax road to order take away pizza. Even though the internet was saying that the restaurant is closing at 11pm, I found out that at 10.30pm the kitchen was already closed cause they did not have any customers for the last 1 1/2 hours and I was advised to contact one of their restaurants in Hampstead that they are closing at 11pm. I contacted the first one , Villa Bianca, and an arrogant guy on the phone took my order, I kept repeating my self that I would like to order 2 pizzas. They took my name and phone number and they told me to be there in 15 minutes. Not even 10 min later, I arrive at Villa Bianca and it came as a surprise to me when the same arrogant guy (manager or senior maitre of the restaurant) said : " there is no pizza here, there is no pizza here", I was trying to explain to him that I just placed an order and I was told to come to collect it after 15 min. First, he did not want to listen to me and then he insisted that no one took any order from me and that they don't sell any pizza there and I should contact one of their sister restaurants in the area. Of course, because apparently he did not want the company to loose money, he called himself one of the others restaurants (Piccola) to order the pizza for me. When I asked him, why someone took the order over the phone and he didn't tell me that the restaurant doesn't sell pizza, he told me that probably the phone line was not good. Not only that, I was charged £26.50 for two pizza margherita and the only reason for that it was because I didn't have the menu in front of me and I had to tell them what toppings I would like for my pizza and they thought that it would be good practice to charge me separate for the pizza and separate for the toppings and the only thing that they could have done it's just to show me the menu so I could choose the Caprisiosa pizza which it was exactly what I ordered but with less money. And lets not forget to mention that the parma ham that they are supposed to add on the pizza it was nothing but parma ham. So, if I was you, I would think twice before I give my money to any of these restaurants. Not only because of the quality of the pizza but for the customer service. These people, they should think that there are many Italian restaurants in London that they appreciate and respect their customers. read more