The best thing about this cafe - apart from the delicious bread, the Italian coffee, the fresh lunch dishes and the Friday pizzas - is that they feel like friends.
It's really nice to find such a comfortable and happy place to spend a bit of time in and relax.
Friday is a great day to visit as they do Stonebaked pizza, which is superb. They also have an option with vegan cheese, which isn't so bad really - it's a great option if you can't have dairy.
I don't think there's another cafe in the area like it - Manuela seems to know all her customers by name; very impressive.
The panettone they sell at Christmas is the best hand made one you can buy - it's worth the little bit extra that you pay, but they sell out very quickly so be...
Read moreWalked straight out after the owner (an older woman) greeted us with smiles, then attempted to overcharge us and added items to the bill while making them seem complimentary. This kind of deceptive upselling is unacceptable.
I’d been once before and wasn’t impressed, but decided to give it another try since some time had passed — I regret that.
I live locally and was genuinely shocked by the odd, almost manipulative vibe — it felt like a scam. Staff came across as insincere and uncomfortable to deal with.
If you’re looking for good pizza in Richmond, I’d highly recommend Sebastian’s or Noci instead. Similar pricing, much better food, and professional service. Most importantly, they don’t play games...
Read moreUsed to be my and my family's favourite, #1 choice for Pizza and breads in the area, especially preferred Pizza from the Richmond Branch (East Twickenham). However our favourite pizza chef (slim guy) recently left to Portugal. After a recent visit (few weeks ago, 18th July) was very disappointed with the quality of Pizza. New Pizza chef spoiled the taste of "Ruben's" Pizza. It was overcooked, a little burnt and very dry. Even looked as if someone hurriedly threw the ingredients onto the dough, and it wasn't busy at all at that time. Two stars are for the waitress for he great customer service, the lady is always very polite and friendly, who also worked before in...
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