Harden's says
Puglian cuisine is the USP at this latest Upper Street newcomer.
Harden's survey result
Summary
“Properly Italian food, properly cooked” is on the menu at this “super-authentic Puglian-style” restaurant “near the Almeida theatre” in Islington (“always a favourite place to go before a play”). “The food is rustic and always delicious” – “lovely pasta and rich, fresh, full-of-flavour sauces, in generous portions”, plus “spectacular pizzas”. There’s a “super atmosphere”, although it gets “very noisy at busy times”, and they have a second branch near St Paul’s in the City. Top Menu Tips – “they cater brilliantly for coeliacs, baking their own gluten-free bread on site and it’s fantastic”; “very good Salento Panzerotti di patate, finger croquettes with the lightest of crust rather than a mini-calzone”.
Summary
“An absolute hidden gem” – this “unassuming Italian in the heart of Angel”, close to the Almeida Theatre, is a “perfect neighbourhood spot”, serving “generous portions of fantastic rustic food” and “well-selected wines” that make a meal “like being on holiday”. It takes its name from the red earth of the Salento peninsula, the ‘heel’ of Puglia.
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Restaurant details
Terra Rossa Restaurant Diner Reviews
"Solid all round, friendly staff, and good value. A cut above the average Italian. It's become our go-to for a quick night out."
"Super authentic Italian Puglian style. Friendly and welcoming inc children and dogs. Great for g/f and vegans too. Super atmosphere and setting"
"Good all round Italian"
Prices
 Drinks |
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| Wine per bottle | £27.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £4.00 |
 Extras |
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| Bread | £4.50 |
| Service | 10.00% |
Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm‑10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11:30 am‑10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 11:30 am‑8 pm |
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