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survey result

Summary

£48
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* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“A relatively limited menu allows for a focus on quality” and authenticity at this duo showcasing the food of Emilia-Romagna: both the original “small and intimate” branch in Shoreditch; and the one “formerly known as ‘In Parma by Food Roots’ in Fitzrovia (since early 2023 now rebranded in line with its sister restaurant)”. “Staff are very accommodating” and offer “Italian meats and cheeses and Bolognese/Emilian standbys, like Tagliatelle al Ragu (definitely not SpagBol!)”. “Go back frequently as it’s great value too”.

Summary

£48
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3
Good
3
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2
Average
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Exemplary small-plates and pasta” is the focus at this small Hoxton showcase for the marvellous cuisine of Emilia-Romagna (think Bologna, Modena, Parma, etc). The dishes are even named in the local dialect.

Summary

£47
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3
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2
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2
Average
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Pasta made with ingredients from Emilia-Romagna is the specialty at this 40-seater Italian, just off Hoxton Square, praised by fans for its splendid, “simple” dishes of excellent quality.

Summary

£37
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* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

“Delicious filled pasta” made exclusively with ingredients from Emilia-Romagna in northern Italy: that’s the proposition at this “tiny, Spartan place just off Hoxton Square”, which has earned solid ratings in its first year. It has also introduced the region’s fried bread, gnocco fritto, to London, apparently. Sister establishment Parma in Fitzrovia focuses on cheese, charcuterie and Lambrusco wine.

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Restaurant details

No dress code

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main Pudding
£8.00 £9.30 £5.00
Drinks  
Wine per bottle £25.00
Filter Coffee £4.00
Extras  
Bread £3.50
Service 12.50%
Opening hours
Monday11:30 am‑11 pm
Tuesday11:30 am‑11 pm
Wednesday11:30 am‑11 pm
Thursday11:30 am‑11 pm
Friday11:30 am‑11 pm
Saturday1 pm‑11 pm
Sunday1 pm‑10:30 pm

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