Aperitivo Southbourne — Restaurant in Great Britain

I recently had the pleasure of spending a delightful Sunday afternoon at Aperitivo, a fantastic new Italian restaurant, with my partner. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with a warm welcome by the owner, whose hospitality set the tone for our entire visit.

The restaurant's design is nothing short of stunning, blending modern elegance with cosy charm. The atmosphere is incredibly inviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal.

We indulged in a few cocktails, each one made to perfection. The menu offers a diverse selection of drinks, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The quality of the cocktails truly stood out and complemented the overall experience.

Aperitivo not only excels in ambiance and drinks but also in creating an overall enjoyable experience. I would 100% recommend a visit to this gem of a restaurant. Whether you're looking for a place to unwind with a cocktail or to celebrate a special occasion, Aperitivo is the...

UPDATE REPLY TO OWNER: I actually do not know the other person who left that review but isn't it telling that we both had a similar experience?? I didn't visit with a group of friends nor did I order any gnocchi. I paid full price for my meal as I felt it wasn't worth the argument & you have just proven my point. I wish you luck, you might need it considering your attitude.

Style over substance... Sadly a lackluster experience & waste of money. Service was lacking. Food was not "quality Italian", it seemed like the only thing homemade was the pizza which was disappointing. Ravioli was cold, told the waitress, she said sorry & walked off. Taste of everything was very basic. Who I assume is the owner came over whilst we had mouths full of pizza to ask if everything was okay, to which I realised there was no point arguing the food quality as he clearly thought it acceptable enough to open a restaurant. Shame as I was looking forward to a nice new place...

Unfortunately having to revise my previous 5* review. On Instagram they advertise 20% off on Thursdays so thought I would book my family in for a little mid week treat. We got to the end and was told it was lunch time only. I would have been completely fine with this but I’ve double checked and it does not specify on any advertising. Therefore I believe they have advertised falsely. The service we received on a Thursday night was sub par as there was only one staff member working. Took a long time to take our order and to take our food away again. My dad was upset about how long it took to take our order as we were sat a long time without refreshments. This is our third time dining at apertivo, the first time as a couple (August 24) amazing, second time with my mum ( Feb 25) average, this time with my dad (April 25) unorganised, the same managers have developed a grand place, the pride of house needs to...