Osteria Romana

4.6

1086 Reviews

£26 to £40

Italian

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 24 times today

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Roses and signs that mimic the style of Rome's historic centre for Andrea Reitano's restaurant hidden within the lanes of London’s luxurious Knightsbridge district, Osteria Romana opens its doors to bring the simple elegance and humble dishes of the Eternal City to London, celebrating Roman produce, culinary history and limitless passion.
Osteria Romana has been selected as one the best Italian restaurants in London by the Gambero Rosso eminent guide.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
020 7584 5819
Website
http://www.osteriaromana.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
3-4 Park Close, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7PQ
Neighborhood
Knightsbridge
Parking details
None
Public transit
We are 3 minutes walk from Knightsbridge Station
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Carciofi Fritti Pastellati
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, lupin
Cicoria con Fave, Uvetta e Scaglie di Pecorino
Allergen: Dairy
Gnocco alla Romana con Salsa al Tartufo Nero
Allergens: celery and celeriac, cereals containing gluten, eggs, Dairy, lupin
Baccalà Fritto
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, fish
Carpaccio di Tonno e Rucola
Allergen: fish
Tartare di Chianina alla Mediterranea
Tagliere di Salumi e Formaggi Nostrani con Marmellate
Allergens: sulphur dioxide, Dairy, cereals containing gluten, mustard
Parmigiana di Melanzane
Allergens: Dairy, cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, sulphur dioxide

Primi

Cacio e Pepe
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, Dairy, sulphur dioxide, eggs
Spaghetto alla Carbonara
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, sulphur dioxide, eggs
Bucatino All 'Amatriciana
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, sulphur dioxide, celery and celeriac
Rigatoni con Tonno, Capperi e Olive di Gaeta
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, fish, crustaceans
Mezza Manica con Guanciale, Fave e Pecorino
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, Dairy, sulphur dioxide
Fettuccine alla Ciociara
Ragu di manzo, funghi e pancetta. Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, sulphur dioxide
Tonnarelli con Gamberi e Zucchine
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, crustaceans, eggs, fish
Crema di Broccolo con Guanciale Croccante e Pecorino
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, Dairy, sulphur dioxide

Secondi

Trippa alla Romana con Menta e Pecorino
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, sulphur dioxide
Saltimbocca alla Romana con Patate
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, Dairy, sulphur dioxide
Agnello a Scottadito con Purea di Patate e Porro Croccante
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, mustard, peanuts, nuts
Coda alla Vaccinara
Allergens: celery and celeriac, lupin, peanuts, nuts, sulphur dioxide
Filetto di Manzo con Riduzione al Frascati con Patate Mediterranee
Allergens: Dairy, sulphur dioxide
Filetto di Branzino con Patate e Carciofi
Allergen: fish
Gamberi Arrosto con Pomodorini
Allergen: crustaceans
Polpette alla Fiei con Piselli e Pureadi Patate
Allergens: Dairy, cereals containing gluten

Conlorni

Bouquet di Verdure Arrostiste
Insalata Mista
Allergens: sulphur dioxide, celery and celeriac
Trifola di Porcini con Pomodorini
Rucola e Pecorino
Patate Arrosto
Spinaci Saltati

English Language

Starters

Fried Artichokes
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, lupin
Italian Chicory with Broad Beans, Raisin and Pecorino Cheese
Allergen: Dairy
Roman-Style Gnocchi and Black Truffle Sauce
Allergens: celery and celeriac, cereals containing gluten, eggs, Dairy, lupin
Fried Salt Cod
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, fish
Tuna Carpaccio with Wild Rocket Salad
Allergen: fish
Beef Tartare
Italian Selection of Cold Cuts and Italian Cheese with Jam
Allergens: sulphur dioxide, Dairy, cereals containing gluten, mustard
Aubergine Parmigiana
Allergens: Dairy, cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, sulphur dioxide

Pasta and Soups

Cacio e Pepe Pasta
Pecorino cheese sauce and black pepper. Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, Dairy, sulphur dioxide, eggs
Spaghetti with an Authentic Carbonara Sauce
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, sulphur dioxide, eggs
Bucatini with Amatriciana Sauce
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, sulphur dioxide, celery and celeriac
Rigatoni with Tuna, Capers and Gaeta Olives
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, fish, crustaceans
Mezze Maniche Pasta with Guanciale, Broad Beans and Pecorino Cheese
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, Dairy, sulphur dioxide
Fettuccine with Ciociara Sauce
Beef ragù, mushrooms and guanciale. Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, eggs, sulphur dioxide
Tonnarelli with Prawns and Courgettes
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, crustaceans, eggs, sulphur dioxide
Broccoli Cream with Crispy Guanciale and Pecorino Cheese
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, Dairy, sulphur dioxide

Main Courses

Roman-Style Tripe with Mint and Pecorino Cheese
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, sulphur dioxide
Roman-Style Saltimbocca Served with Potatoes
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, Dairy, sulphur dioxide
Lamb Chops Served with Mashed Potatoes and Crispy Leek
Allergens: cereals containing gluten, celery and celeriac, mustard, peanuts, nuts
Oxtail with Vaccinara Sauce
Allergens: celery and celeriac, lupin, peanuts, nuts, sulphur dioxide
Beef Fillet with a Reduction of Frascati Wine with Mediterranean Potatoes
Allergens: Dairy, sulphur dioxide
Roast Sea Bass Fillet with Potatoes and Artichokes
Allergen: fish
Roast Prawns with Tomatoes
Allergen: crustaceans
Veal Meatballs with Peas and Mashed on Potatoes
Allergens: Dairy, cereals containing gluten

Sides

Grilled Vegetables
Mixed Salad
Porcini and Cherry Tomatoes
Rocket Salad and Pecorino Cheese
Roast Potatoes
Spinach

What 1,086 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Osteria Romana is a delightful haven for authentic Italian cuisine in London. With "amazing food" and "exceptional service," this "hidden gem" captures the essence of Rome. Diners rave about its "fantastic Cacio e Pepe," "authentic atmosphere," and "incredible tiramisu." Ideal for those seeking genuine Roman flavors in a cozy setting.

1,087 Reviews

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Lisette
VIP
London
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I seldom write bad reviews and we were hoping this would become a nice local Italian for us but were so bitterly disappointed specially since it had so many good reviews but then we were the only Europeans in there and the rest were tourists .. from the start it was bad… the water .. we ordered still mineral water arrived in a dirty plastic bottle which they said came from a filter tap for which they charged £4.50 .. the aubergine starter was microwaved so the dish was hot but not the food which I returned to be reheated and it was stodgy tasteless & not at all good. Their spaghetti which they call romana is thicker than Italian spaghetti and both sauces we chose were thickened & over salted . Why this is considered so highly I have no idea. Even the expresso affogato we had to clean our palette was bitter and its accompanying vanilla icecream full of icicles. We will never go back. Don’t go unless you’ve never eaten good Italian food to know the difference.
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Fabio
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited the restaurant tonight for an authentic Roman dinner. Everything met our expectations and the food was simply delicious. A big thank you to Nikon for his service. He is very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu, all you need from a waiter to be.
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Deborah
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Toi much expensive. It’s pastas!! And service charge very high.
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Joey
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot in London! We always come back when we are in town.
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Isabell
Berlin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Ein nettes Restaurant. Die Preise waren jedoch nicht dem Essen entsprechend. Der Service war dem Restaurant auch nicht entsprechend. Es war nett, wir würden jedoch kein zweites Mal dort essen gehen.
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James
VIP
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Roman Italian in London. Truly authentic, tasty & exactly everything you want from a restaurant. We’ll be back!
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Shamil
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was brilliant and service was outstanding - Fabian was brilliant
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Mark
Singapore
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
I chose this restaurant based on the extensive rave reviews describing it as one of the best Italian restaurants in London. However, after dining here, I can’t help but wonder what all the praise is about. While the pasta was cooked al dente, the overall dish lacked flavor. When you find yourself needing two rounds of cheese to salvage the taste, it speaks volumes about the dish’s quality. To be called one of the best in London feels like an overstatement and a poor accreditation, in my opinion."
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Michela
London
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
restaurant for tourists super expensive prices non-authentic wines we won't come back super disappointed
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Jeff
New York City
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I don’t usually feel compelled to write a review when something is bad, but I want to save diners from this experience. We were in a rush to find a place quickly and made the mistake of booking here. The restaurant was very dirty. The menus were covered in oil, and the bathrooms were filthy. The food was terrible. Even the water had a strange taste. The staff wasn’t rude, but they weren’t exactly friendly either. My pasta had uncooked noodles and was drenched in an overly thick sauce with questionable ingredients—I’m not even sure what was in it. Please do not go here.
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FAQs

Osteria Romana does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. Osteria Romana also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7584 5819.

Osteria Romana is rated 4.6 stars by 1086 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3-4 Park Close, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7PQ

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Knightsbridge
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
We are 3 minutes walk from Knightsbridge Station
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.osteriaromana.co.uk/
Phone number
020 7584 5819

Osteria Romana

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Italian Language

Antipasti

Carciofi Fritti Pastellati

Cicoria con Fave, Uvetta e Scaglie di Pecorino

Gnocco alla Romana con Salsa al Tartufo Nero

Baccalà Fritto

Carpaccio di Tonno e Rucola

Tartare di Chianina alla Mediterranea

Tagliere di Salumi e Formaggi Nostrani con Marmellate

Parmigiana di Melanzane

Primi

Cacio e Pepe

Spaghetto alla Carbonara

Bucatino All 'Amatriciana

Rigatoni con Tonno, Capperi e Olive di Gaeta

Mezza Manica con Guanciale, Fave e Pecorino

Fettuccine alla Ciociara

Tonnarelli con Gamberi e Zucchine

Crema di Broccolo con Guanciale Croccante e Pecorino

Secondi

Trippa alla Romana con Menta e Pecorino

Saltimbocca alla Romana con Patate

Agnello a Scottadito con Purea di Patate e Porro Croccante

Coda alla Vaccinara

Filetto di Manzo con Riduzione al Frascati con Patate Mediterranee

Filetto di Branzino con Patate e Carciofi

Gamberi Arrosto con Pomodorini

Polpette alla Fiei con Piselli e Pureadi Patate

Conlorni

Bouquet di Verdure Arrostiste

Insalata Mista

Trifola di Porcini con Pomodorini

Rucola e Pecorino

Patate Arrosto

Spinaci Saltati

English Language

Starters

Fried Artichokes

Italian Chicory with Broad Beans, Raisin and Pecorino Cheese

Roman-Style Gnocchi and Black Truffle Sauce

Fried Salt Cod

Tuna Carpaccio with Wild Rocket Salad

Beef Tartare

Italian Selection of Cold Cuts and Italian Cheese with Jam

Aubergine Parmigiana

Pasta and Soups

Cacio e Pepe Pasta

Spaghetti with an Authentic Carbonara Sauce

Bucatini with Amatriciana Sauce

Rigatoni with Tuna, Capers and Gaeta Olives

Mezze Maniche Pasta with Guanciale, Broad Beans and Pecorino Cheese

Fettuccine with Ciociara Sauce

Tonnarelli with Prawns and Courgettes

Broccoli Cream with Crispy Guanciale and Pecorino Cheese

Main Courses

Roman-Style Tripe with Mint and Pecorino Cheese

Roman-Style Saltimbocca Served with Potatoes

Lamb Chops Served with Mashed Potatoes and Crispy Leek

Oxtail with Vaccinara Sauce

Beef Fillet with a Reduction of Frascati Wine with Mediterranean Potatoes

Roast Sea Bass Fillet with Potatoes and Artichokes

Roast Prawns with Tomatoes

Veal Meatballs with Peas and Mashed on Potatoes

Sides

Grilled Vegetables

Mixed Salad

Porcini and Cherry Tomatoes

Rocket Salad and Pecorino Cheese

Roast Potatoes

Spinach

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Osteria Romana offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Osteria Romana restaurant rated?