La Pazienza — Restaurant in England

Celebrating International Women's Day at La Pazienta Restaurant was an exquisite experience from start to finish. Nestled in a cozy corner of the city, the restaurant exudes warmth and elegance.

Upon entering, we were greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly prepared pasta and seafood. The atmosphere was vibrant yet intimate, setting the perfect tone for our celebration.

The menu boasted a delightful array of pasta and seafood dishes, each meticulously crafted to perfection. From creamy carbonara to succulent seafood risotto, every bite was a symphony of flavors that tantalized our taste buds.

What truly set La Pazienta apart, however, was the personalized touch provided by the owner. Taking time to meet and greet each patron, he ensured that our dining experience was nothing short of extraordinary. His passion for culinary excellence was evident in every dish served, reflecting a dedication to both tradition and innovation.

In addition to the exceptional food and service, the ambiance of La Pazienta was simply enchanting. Soft lighting, soothing music, and tasteful decor created an atmosphere of tranquility and sophistication, making it the perfect backdrop for our celebration.

Overall, our experience at La Pazienta Restaurant surpassed all expectations. From the delectable cuisine to the impeccable service, every aspect of our visit was truly memorable. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply savoring a night out with loved ones, La Pazienta promises an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you craving more.

Thank you, La Pazienta, for an unforgettable International Women's Day celebration. We look forward to returning soon to indulge in your culinary...

So confused why this place is rated so highly?

Food is bland, pasta didn’t taste fresh & all over-priced.

The chef/owner came up and asked us at the end how it all was and asked if we’d come back again. I can’t lie so I said “no”. Fair play he was open to the feedback conversation, but it felt more like him justifying. He did own up to not putting a lot of cheese in a 4 cheese pasta dish - probably because Gorgonzola is expensive and cutting costs?

Instead of fixing the bill there and then, he said “when you come back next time you’ll get free drinks”. How about you fix it now, if you’re going to offer?

Food itself: 1/ 4 cheese penne - didn’t taste of cheese at all, more like a bland creamy sauce. 2/ seafood spaghetti - tomato sauce barely had any flavour. The chefs excuse was the sauce is meant to be simple. OK, but then it should be done perfectly? 3/ side dish of potatoes - super oily and again barely any seasoning 4/ garlic bread - no taste of garlic insight and no idea what cheese was used on it. 5/ veal tagliatelle - this was actually nice, probably because the veal helped release some salt & flavouring.

Had to ask for salt & pepper, but that couldn’t save it.

Service: unwelcoming/unfriendly waitresses. We realised we weren’t even told the specials after we paid the bill.

Total for 4 people: £114, only had soft drinks. Very overpriced for what you get.

We went and had dessert elsewhere 👌

— In their defence, they did ask if everything was ok during the meal. However, everything was so mediocre (except the veal) we’d have had to ask them to re-do it all if it came down to that...

We booked this restaurant based on great reviews and were hoping for great things. We had relatives visiting from Wales and were a party of eight, hoping for something a little special. Unfortunately, it was 'fine' at best. I had read that this restaurant delivered fantastic, authentic Italian food and a great experience...it wasn't that,sadly. The food was nice, but not exceptional and took a very long time to arrive (surprising, given the amount of covers and limited menu). The pizzas are not available, as their pizza oven is broken (really?!) and there were other items on the menu online that they no longer do. Also, they didn't have any Tiramisu available (we were the first people seated on a Saturday night and they didn't have any) which, given that there are only 4 dessert options is, frankly, bonkers. There are also no options for children, only smaller plates from main meals. The waitress that served us was not what you would call warm and friendly, but the chef patron was very nice and welcoming. One of our party ordered the scallop starter, which was nice, but cold...one waitress tried to make excuses for this, but on us saying that there should be no reason for cold food, went speak to the chef, who immediately apologised and it was taken off the bill. As, I mentioned, the food was nice, but not exceptional and a little overpriced. I really wanted to love it, but sadly, we were underwhelmed and left without ordering dessert (we bought desserts on the way home). What a shame...we won't be...