Harden's says
Brixton locals Alice Staple and Dickie Bielenberg have teamed up with ex-Bruno Loubet chef Dominique Goltinger to create this little Tuscan haven in Brixton.
Harden's survey result
Summary
“Never lets you down” – a “reliable local restaurant away from busy Brixton centre” near Brockwell Park with “very good food” inspired by an unspoilt coastal region of Tuscany, “friendly service from a lovely team”, and “wine from the barello”. Founders Alice Staple & Dickie Bielenberg have opened a spinoff bar called Il Maremmano around the corner, offering ‘apericena’ – an informal combination of aperitivo and dinner.
Summary
An “honest and unpretentious Tuscan-focused menu” is the specialty at this “delightful Italian restaurant with a local neighbourhood vibe” near Brockwell Park (which is named after Tuscany’s Maremma marshes). Its sizable fan club is more than local (“I love this place, it’s always buzzing…”; “if in doubt, fall back on this cute little local for romance”).
Summary
This “cute little restaurant” near Brockwell Park in Brixton “really ticks all the boxes”, with a “short selection of interesting Italian food” inspired by Tuscany’s Maremma marshes – “you wouldn’t expect an establishment of this quality to be hidden away here”. Marks for food slipped a notch this year, although it’s still “exciting and seasonal” at its best.
Summary
This “brilliant local in Brixton” scores well for its “delicious, light food”, taking inspiration from the Maremma, a region of coastal marshes in the south of Tuscany. “A lovely candlelit ambience” makes it “perfect for a fun date night”.
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36 Brixton Water Lane, London, SW2 1PE
Restaurant details
Prices
 Drinks |
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|---|---|
| Wine per bottle | £38.00 |
| Filter Coffee | £3.00 |
 Extras |
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| Service | 12.50% |
36 Brixton Water Lane, London, SW2 1PE
Opening hours
| Monday | CLOSED |
| Tuesday | CLOSED |
| Wednesday | 12:30 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Thursday | 12:30 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑10 pm |
| Friday | 12:30 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑11 pm |
| Saturday | 12:30 pm‑3 pm, 5:30 pm‑11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm‑2:30 pm |
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