Sevenoaks, Italian Restaurant Guide

2021 Review: This September 2019 yearling in the heart of the town (occupying a former NatWest bank, hence the name) is notable for its owner: Stuart Gillies is the former CEO of Gordon Ramsay's restaurant group, and has launched this venture with the help of wife Cecilia. Previously a chef, Gillies has devised a ‘European small plates’ menu for the two-floor wine bar.

“So lucky to have this as our local in Lee” – this “perfect neighbourhood Italian” sparks joy with its home-made pasta and wood-fired pizzas. Owner Enzo Masiello named it after his father Luciano, who played football for Charlton Athletic.

2023 Review: “All ages have a great time in true Italian style” at this Sydenham fixture, a “family-owned trattoria with a devoted following of regulars” who come for the classic, fresh-cooked pasta and pizzas.