Taormina Restaurant

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Conveniently located in Bayswater, in the heart of London, Taormina is a family run Italian restaurant, where food is an absolute passion of ours

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Our food is always freshly prepared, we use only fresh ingredients. Our Chef, who has been with us for over 20 years creates a wonderful range of mouth-watering, traditional Italian dishes, always equally happy to create dishes just for you aswell. Our wine list is designed to complement our dishes to perfection too, so you can choose from many of the carefully selected Italian wines along with our extensive lists of wines from around the globe.

Address: 19 Craven Terrace , Bayswater W2 3QH, XGL, GB

Phone: 020 7262 2090

State: XGL

City: Bayswater

Zip Code: W2 3QH

opening times

Monday: 11:30-23:30
Tuesday: 11:30-23:30
Wednesday: 11:30-23:30
Thursday: 11:30-23:30
Friday: 11:30-23:30
Saturday: 11:30-23:30
Sunday: 11:30-23:30

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When we arrived, only a few tables were occupied. Our host assisted with a great table location and presented today's menu. Previously, we reviewed the menu online and discovered that one of our choicrs was being featured. Our drinks were on the table before we could order, and our salads followed quickly thereafter. The kitchen must be running quickly upon finishing our salads. The main course appeared. Impressive zero wait time between. After dinner, the cleanup was prompt, and the desert menu was presented. Yes, cheese cake with coffee put the finishing touch on a perfect evening. Now, as leaving the restaurant, there wasn't a free table, inside or out, everyone was being treated to exceptional World Class Customer Service.

This is by far my worst experience in an italian restaurant, the Peroni beer was not Peroni, I had just drank a couple of Peroni's at another place and it was nowhere near the taste, house wine was like a cheap bottle from the nightshop. I asked for a prosciutto pizza, the pizza was not round, it had some of the worst, grey colour, cubes of ham on it. I ate it anyway out of politeness but then i found a big piece of plastic in my pizza. I never ever had the urge to just run away and not pay at a restaurant but this was the first time.

We went there twice and enjoyed ourselves both times. Staff is lovely. Portion sizes are big, so one won’t leave hungry. Food is really goodFood: 5/5

It's a lovely little restaurant just off Bayswater Road.  Now run by the 4th generation of the same family.  They continue to offer genuine Italian food.  The Scalope Escalope that I chose as a main was served with spaghetti and tomato sauce - all cooked to perfection and perfectly balanced portions.  As I write this, I can taste the subtle taste of Italy.  My wife has the same experience.  She enjoyed her Spaghetti All'Arrabbiati followed by Tiramisu.  The restaurant is of a size that allows privacy and sufficient space.  It also ensures that the kitchen and servers can deliver reasonable service.  If you want a relaxing dinner, then this is ideal.  Equally,  if you want to enjoy a party experience,  nobody enjoys a family party than the Italians.  If you are ever in London, put this restaurant on your list.  You are assured of an enjoyable experience and spending a little less.  If you enjoy my independent reviews, read my other reviews.  Wheelchair accessibility: Ground floor entry

Excellent dinner. Thank you Giancarlo and staff.  We booked the dinner through  The Fork app and sent a message earlier in the day about our kids, allergies to eggs and nuts.  Giancarlo responded via email to let us know what pastors and pizza did not have eggs.  We were able to order, spaghetti, rigatoni, and any pizza.   We really appreciated the early notice.  We each ordered a pasta or a pizza, and also split lamb chops at the table.  Everything was yummy.  The kids ordered  the spaghetti all'Amatriciana, Rigatoni alla Genovese, and the Diavola pizza. They all finished their healthy sized portions especially the pizza and joked with the wait staff about the amount of Parmesan that our youngest had on his pasta.  My wife had the Gnocchi con Nduja e Salsicca which was so good! And she didn’t finish and we brought some home and I had the Margherita pizza with some of the Lamb Chops. The pizza was a little more doughy than we thought it would be, but it was unique and so flavourful!  My eldest som even had a bite. The Lamb Chops smelled and tasted amazing, just the perfect amount of char grill on it.  All the staff were friendly. The waitress working the desserts was prepping them right beside our table. That convinced us to get three desserts to share.  We had the Gelati, the Belgium Apple Flan, and the After Dinner Mint. Our youngest licked the Mint dessert clean, loved it. The wafers in the Gelati may have had eggs so the allergy free folks in our group ate them. Everything was scrumptious.  Great spot, great ambience, and really friendly staff.  we reserved our table through The Fork to get extra discount as well. This place was steady, and it looked like there were a number of locals who frequent the spot. That doesn’t surprise him because everything but the spirits was just excellent. Thank you so much to the staff for a wonderful night.

Taormina is a cozy place situated very close to the gardens. It has excellent service and a good selection of Italian food. We tried the Spaghetti Arrabbiata and the Pollo Casanova that were excellent. As it was recommended by other people, I also tried the Tiramisu but I wasn't impressed. It was good, but nothing to write home about.Food: 4/5

What a massively unpleasant experience. Walked in so excited to eat at what looked like a nice Italian place… walked out in anger. If you’re going to have outdoor seating how about popping your head out occasionally to check on your customers? Twice I had to stand up and go inside to get their attention. Took our drinks ordered then said he would return for food order… he didn’t. Offered chilli oil then never returned. Asked for the bill and guess what? Never returned.  Pizza was not enjoyable and small. Pasta was so bang average my partner and I were discussing how we would’ve done better at home.  Would NOT recommend.  Oh and then they throw a sneaky “optional” service charge at the bottom of the receipt which they never mention unless you pick up on it.

Wasn’t impressed at all with the food, especially for the high price.    I Had Sea Bass and they ruined it with the sauce they put on it - weird fennel sauce way too much much fennel!!   Wife had spaghetti carbonara and it was average at best…….Food: 3/5

We visit Taormina each time we come to London. The service, the food, and the atmosphere are always amazing! I always ask for their specials and usually take their recommendation on what to order! I recently ordered the chicken Parmigiana, and it was delicious! I ALWAYS get the Tiramisu!!! It is life changing! Can't wait until next time! Ciao! Make a reservation and tell your friends!

Ahh I fell in love with this place. So cute, rustic, homey with super tasty original food. Grazie baciFood: 5/5

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