Best Authentic Restaurants in Upper Norwood

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1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(91)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Raynes Park

Sai serves authentic Punjabi cuisine with tandoor cooking a speciality. The spice range is broad, from minimal to high levels and vegetables forming the backbone of the menu. Wheat is the staple food of Punjabis; however, they do enjoy eating rice at festivals and other special occasions. When it comes to food, each region within Punjab has an entirely different preference, for example, people in Amritsar are particularly fond of stuffed parathas and milk products. The philosophy of life for many Punjabis is to eat, drink and make merry. They are lively people who are extremely fond of eating good food. In the preparation of Punjabi food, onion, ginger and garlic are used extensively to enhance the taste of the food.**NEW***SUNDAY BRUNCH 11am to 3pm, try Indian street food from different part of India with unlimited KADAK CHAI.****LUNCH****Now open for lunch Tuesday-Saturday 12-3pm. Special express lunch menu and THALI on Saturdays. Please see our website for menus and details.

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2. Sapore Vero Crystal Palace

4.3

Awesome(16)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Crystal Palace

Booked 7 times today

What do you do when you want something done properly – especially when you’re a long way from home and you simply can’t find exactly what you’re looking for? Well, the tried and tested answer, of course, is to do it yourself – and that is exactly what Giuseppe, founder of Sapore Vero did, when he created our first Pizzeria in Beckenham, South East London – now entering its 11th year of trade – and then opened a 2nd in nearby Hither Green in 2019. After moving to London (quite some years ago now!), Giuseppe quickly found himself becoming frustrated with a lack of truly authentic Italian pizza, “that I liked”, as he puts it, produced using the methods that he grew up with, like generations before him, in his native Calabria, Southern Italy.

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3. Taverna Trastevere

4.7

Exceptional(609)

Price: Expensive

• International • Clapham

Booked 31 times today

Taverna Trastevere is praised for its authentic Roman and Italian cuisine. The restaurant is commended for its high-quality ingredients and generous portions. Many reviews note that the food is 'as authentic as it gets', and that the menu boasts a wide selection of classic dishes. The atmosphere of the restaurant is also often mentioned, with reviewers feeling as though they are in Rome itself.

4. Trinity

4.9

Exceptional(3569)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Clapham

Booked 31 times today

Trinity reopened in October 2015 with the same ethos, culture and team whilst recreating a new and refreshing backdrop - retaining its sophistication and remaining a restaurant of significance in Clapham. An alfresco dining area accommodates 16 guests, the dining room seating 40 guests that now have a clear view into an open plan kitchen with banquette seating surrounded by the soft hues of jade green and dusty heather pink. Staying true to his style of cookery, the new menu will focus on Adam’s interpretation of great classics in a relaxed and approachable setting. The kitchen presents a four course a la carte menu for a set price of £70 for lunch and £120 for dinner. The wine list continues to offer great value with the Chef's Cellar List (just add VAT and corkage), increasing both our quantity and quality and a overall extension to the main wine list of up to 400 bins now on display in the feature wine cellar on the ground floor.

5. Ciullõsteria

4.8

Exceptional(1236)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Balham

Booked 11 times today

The bustling café society vibe of London’s Balham High Road is the perfect setting for relaxed Italian restaurant Ciullõsteria. Friendly and laid back, the Ciullõsteria is inspired by the sun-infused food and chilled out nature of Southern Italy. The Calcagno family, owners of Ciullõsteria, has more than twenty years of experience in the Italian restaurant business, experience that is applied in every last aspect of the Osteria’s running – from the simple, comfortable and unpretentious design of the dining room to the always efficient yet unfailingly friendly service from staff who welcome guests as if they were old friends. But of course at Ciullõsteria it’s really the food that is the main focus. All traditional and completely authentic, Ciullõsteria provides home style Italian cookery ranging from hand made pasta to fresh, crisp twelve inch pizzas, all served with quality wines from the country’s best and most well known vineyards.

6. Oi Spaghetti

5.0

Exceptional(355)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Peckham

Booked 4 times today

My name is Francesco and I cook spaghetti in this cabin restaurant with 3 tables, since 2015. I work solo. I don't serve more than 15 diners a day, and I will take care of your dinner like I would for my mother. You can watch me LIVE on Twitch under "Francescocooksspaghetti".

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7. Good Earth - Wandsworth Common

4.8

Exceptional(1175)

Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Wandsworth

Booked 19 times today

For over 30 years we have strived to set the standard for Chinese food in London and we pride ourselves on building a reputation for exceptional food and service. The Good Earth reflects the journey Chinese food has taken in London. From traditional aromatic duck and dry shredded beef to contemporary dishes unique to us such as Golden Sands Dover Sole and Wasabi Prawns. Our new Wandsworth Common restaurant is designed with a truly exciting art deco interior with a contemporary twist.We welcome families and children of all ages and have great value set lunches.

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8. Osteria Antica Bologna

4.7

Exceptional(1452)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Battersea

Booked 19 times today

A favourite of Clapham Junction's Northcote Road since 1990 - an awfully long time in the London restaurant scene - Osteria Antica Bologna is as fresh and thrilling an Italian restaurant as the day it first opened its doors. It conjures up images of hidden away village osterias in the wild countryside of Emilia Romagna or the rolling hills of Tuscany, its cheerful welcome befitting of an old family favourite. Chef Marzio Zacchi passionately believes in using fresh, locally sourced and seasonal produce having grown up in Biella in the Piemonte countryside surrounded by a family who reared chickens, grew veg and cured their own salami. However, despite his rustic upbringing, Marzio has brought to Osteria Antica Bologna’s food the kind of sophistication that can only be gained through several years training in top London restaurants including Zafferano, Rosmarino, Spiga and Alloro.We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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9. Turo Turo Filipino BBQ & Grill

4.4

Awesome(40)

Price: Expensive

• Filipino • Tooting

Booked 14 times today

'Turo Turo' is an exciting new restaurant in Southwest London, specialising in Filipino BBQ & Grill style cuisine. This hidden gem of a restaurant features a rum-focused cocktail bar and open kitchen, which is perfect for showcasing ‘Turo Turo’s' vibrant and dynamic culinary experience. Chef Patron, Rex De Guzman has created a delightful menu of bold, BBQ dishes and Filipino style small plates, within a warm and relaxed casual setting.Please be informed that, during weekends (Fridays and Saturdays), we enforce a minimum spending requirement of AED 350 per person in our dining areas, and AED 400 per person in our Beach Dinner Party area, from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM on Thursdays.

10. Bordelaise

4.6

Exceptional(628)

Price: Moderate

• French • Tooting

Booked 12 times today

OFFERS ;TUESDAY STEAK NIGHT : Buy one get one FREE WEDNESDAY : MUSSELS WEDNESDAY (I kilo per person /£15 ONLY )EARLY BIRD : 30% OFF FOOD (Wednesday to Saturday/order between 5 & 6pm) SUNDAY ROAST : October deal at £10 ONLY Note you must order your food before 6pmThe kind of bustling bistro you dream of stumbling across a south west back street.' Bordelaise is a little French rustic steak house and bistro in the heart of Broadway Market in Tooting. Our critically-acclaimed flat Iron steaks, confit duck, Charcuterie boards alongside many other vegetarians options. French Roast available on Sunday lunch and "We have air-con to keep our customers cool on hot season and a terrace that bring you straight to the hippest market vibe fully HEATED . Perfect for romantic dates, family gatherings and get-togethers with friends...

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Ludovica
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Besides the food that was great, I felt like home (Rome) as the service and the staff were amazing. I’d definitely come back the next time I’ll be in London
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Taverna TrasteverePrice: Expensive• International• Clapham
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4.7
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Ciara
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really lovely Italian restaurant, family run feeling about the place with really nice Italian music gently playing in the background. Food was delicious too! Particularly the starters , there were so many good ones, was hard to pick one.
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CiullõsteriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Balham
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4.8
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Nick
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My wife and I are both chefs and try to avoid the disappointment of chefs trying too hard without the basic skills. Trinity stands out as one of our truly memorable meals. As a former Michelin star winner myself it is sometimes hard not to find fault however in this case flawless. First class on all levels
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TrinityPrice: Very Expensive• European• Clapham
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4.9
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Grace
London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Lovely food and drinks, thank you! Pizza and pasta was all delicious, best pizza in the area.
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Sapore Vero Crystal PalacePrice: Expensive• Italian• Crystal Palace
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4.3
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London •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
Really delicious food prepared in front of you. The menu may seem simple but the quality (and size) of the dishes is amazing. Pleasantly intimate setting with attentive but not overpowering service. The live stream / commentary can be distracting in such a small space but it's part of the package so no complaints. Would definitely return.
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Oi SpaghettiPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Peckham
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521 restaurants available nearby

1. Sai Authentic Punjabi Cuisine

2. Sapore Vero Crystal Palace

3. Taverna Trastevere

4. Trinity

5. Ciullõsteria

6. Oi Spaghetti

7. Good Earth - Wandsworth Common

8. Osteria Antica Bologna

9. Turo Turo Filipino BBQ & Grill

10. Bordelaise

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