Grato

4.8

745 Reviews

£26 to £40

Italian

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Located at 9 Kensington Square, London, a short stroll from Hyde Park, Grato is a chic Italian restaurant. With a focus on regional cuisine and the freshest ingredients, every dish is imbued with culture. Our handmade pasta is crafted with love in our very own kitchen; our wines are sourced from artisan vineyards. Our evolving menus reflect the seasons and celebrate Italy’s culinary wonders.
Dine on the ground floor overlooking one of London's oldest garden squares or you can dine alfresco facing the lush square. At the lower level is another dining room reminiscent of an Italian wine grotto - the perfect space for a celebration.

We accept all credit cards (no AMEX) & cash.Our outdoor tables are timed for 1.5hr to allow other guests to enjoy al fresco. We cannot always guarantee a seat of your choice. Thank you

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:45 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–11:15 pm
Phone number
020 3371 9338
Website
https://gratolondon.com/
Payment options
Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Grato's semi private dining room makes the perfect celebration space for family dinners, parties, events, and business dinners seating upto 16 guests. Bookings for 9+ guests please email gratolondon@gmail.com.

Location
9 Kensington Square, London, W8 5EP
Neighborhood
Kensington
Cross street
9 Kensington Square, Behind Whole Foods on Kensington High Street
Parking details
Metered parking available on Thackeray Street (round the corner from Grato)
Public transit
High Street Kensington Tube Station
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 745 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

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West London
Best Service
West London
Italian

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Grato is a charming neighborhood gem in Kensington, offering "amazing food" and "great service" in a cozy atmosphere. Known for its "outstanding" tiramisu and fresh, homemade pasta, Grato combines an intimate dining experience with a warm welcome from its friendly staff. Highly recommended for authentic Italian cuisine.

745 Reviews

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Cornelius VIP
London139 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love this little neighbourhood restaurant. The owner Pietrro and his team are so welcoming, the food is honest. Come for the service and stay for the tiramisu which is made in-house and is delicious. A great wine selection and a wonderful neighbourhood vibe.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience as always! Had a fantastic time at Grato.
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gavlondon VIP
London39 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely small neighborhood Italian restaurant. Warm service, fresh food, daily specials. It’s a small place but they have a downstairs and a few tables outside. Lovely people and food.
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Emrecan
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An absolutely phenomenal Restaurant with wonderful service and delicious food ! Everything is very elegant and simple therefore very warm and comfortable. The food is in the perfect Italian with excellent products prepared with precision and love. I recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants to have a good time and a delicious meal. I especially recommend the tiramisu coming from the owner‘s mother‘s recipe and their truffle pasta that is to die for.
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Tom
Warwickshire10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hidden Gem - Lovely, friendly restaurant with fabulous food and possibly the most attentive service ever. Will definitely be back.
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Sumrina
London1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful set restaurant off the main road of Kensington High Street. All the staff were friendly, helpful and attentive. The ambience was sophisticated with a touch of cosiness and warmth. But the main and most important factor of eating out is the food, and with no exception it was exquisite. A definite must try, for a treat out or just a fabulous meal with family and friends.
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Jasmine VIP
New York City35 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and service in a wonderful, quaint family owned restaurant. The pasta is homemade and the cod is tender. The prawns with zucchini & avocado is also excellent. Highly recommend this restaurant.
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Anna
Kent2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Amazing service. Great atmosphere. Owner was incredibly welcoming. Highly recommend.
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James
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always enjoy eating at Grato. The food is authentic and the menu imaginative. The staff give the restaurant a welcoming ambiance. Grazie mille
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Sarah
Dorset2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding best Italian in London by far. Definitely go.
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FAQs

Grato is rated 4.8 stars by 745 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

9 Kensington Square, London, W8 5EP

Additional information

Cross street
9 Kensington Square, Behind Whole Foods on Kensington High Street
Neighborhood
Kensington
Hours of operation
Lunch Sat, Sun 11:45 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–11:15 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Metered parking available on Thackeray Street (round the corner from Grato)
Public transit
High Street Kensington Tube Station
Payment options
Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Eurocheque Card, JCB, Mastercard, Sodexo Pass, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://gratolondon.com/
Phone number
020 3371 9338
Private party facilities
Grato's semi private dining room makes the perfect celebration space for family dinners, parties, events, and business dinners seating upto 16 guests. Bookings for 9+ guests please email gratolondon@gmail.com.

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