Mi Piace
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About Mi Piace
Mi Piace is an Italian restaurant and bar on Norwich Rd in Ipswich, taking walk-ins rather than requiring a reservation. The kitchen turns out a wide range of dishes, including cheese garlic bread, seafood pasta, and lasagne, with cannelloni, calzone, and pizza margarita also on offer. Some tables look directly onto the kitchen, letting diners watch the cooks at work, and waiters and waitresses handle service throughout the meal. A live singer performs in the restaurant, adding entertainment to the room. Beyond the main dining area, a separate smoking area and outside lounge give guests another space to use. The space is also set up to handle events of varying sizes. Chocolate cake rounds out the dessert options for those finishing a meal at the table.
Good to know
“For your special occasions at Mi Piace Bar and Restaurant with our exquisite Italian cuisine, stylish ambiance, and versatile spaces – catering to events of all sizes. Book your event with us and let Mi Piace turn your moments into lasting memories.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention carbonara, lasagna, calzone and seafood pasta.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention carbonara, lasagna, calzone and seafood pasta.
Customer Review Summary
Steak comes up repeatedly as the standout, with reviewers describing it cooked to perfection and paired with creamy pasta, tomatoes, and Parmesan, and another praising it alongside fresh vegetables. Close behind, dishes like the lasagne, calzone, and cannelloni draw praise, and several mention prompt, friendly waitstaff and one enthusiastic manager. Many note the ambiance, with low music and lighting that keeps the room feeling chill. One review offers a more mixed take: a cheese garlic bread and mixed meats starter felt like poor quality for the price, the carbonara was "ok, average" and the seafood pasta's sauce bland, though the cannelloni and chocolate cake were still enjoyed, and a live singer was described as too loud while eating. Otherwise, reviewers repeatedly say they'd return, with several recommending it to others and one calling it the best Italian in Ipswich.
Customer Review Summary
Steak comes up repeatedly as the standout, with reviewers describing it cooked to perfection and paired with creamy pasta, tomatoes, and Parmesan, and another praising it alongside fresh vegetables. Close behind, dishes like the lasagne, calzone, and cannelloni draw praise, and several mention prompt, friendly waitstaff and one enthusiastic manager. Many note the ambiance, with low music and lighting that keeps the room feeling chill. One review offers a more mixed take: a cheese garlic bread and mixed meats starter felt like poor quality for the price, the carbonara was "ok, average" and the seafood pasta's sauce bland, though the cannelloni and chocolate cake were still enjoyed, and a live singer was described as too loud while eating. Otherwise, reviewers repeatedly say they'd return, with several recommending it to others and one calling it the best Italian in Ipswich.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Absolutely incredible food.The steak was cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Paired with the creamy pasta, fresh tomatoes, and Parmesan, every bite was rich and delicious. The balance of flavors was spot on, and the presentation was beautiful. Easily one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. I would order this again without hesitation!”
- Google user
“We had a really lovely dinner tonight. The staff were incredibly polite, friendly, and very attentive throughout our visit. Service was prompt and the food was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was really pleasant and everything was spotless and well looked after. We truly enjoyed our evening and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend! 😍”
- Google user
“Best Italian in Ipswich . Amazing pizza, calzone, margarita, the lasagne was a good mean and good value, friendly staff, lovely surroundings. Good music. Cant fault the place tbh. .”
- Google user
“I came for a break-out from Spain and popppppped in here. Absolutely amazing. Food and staff. Great ambiance and great place. Amazing place to enjoy a brilliant meal. 😍😍😋😋😋. I will deffinetly come back.”
- Google user
“Great place to dine in. Random afternoon walk-in, and it was a great experience. An Italian restaurant serving tasty meals. The waiter was incredible and always checking on us, he was very prompt with his service. The meals arrived on time, tasty and fresh. The atmosphere was really well thought-out. Slow low music, the lighting was perfect and the furniture was a mix of modern and rustic. Amazingly, all the diners while we were there, spoke in low tones, that made the entire atmosphere so chill and nice. There is a smoking area/outside lounge for smokers and those who wanted a louder experience.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Location
Restaurants near Mi Piace
- Dhaka4.44050.7 mi£20–50Reservations
chicken biryani, chicken shashlik madras, keema naan
- The California Grill4.83721.8 mi
chicken kebab, mixed kebab with salad, kofte kebab
- 6.7 mi away£20–30Outdoor seatingVegan optionsVegetarian options
rump steak, roast pork, char grilled steak
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mi PiaceWheelchair accessible | 4.9381 | — | — | carbonara, lasagna, calzone |
| DhakaReservations | 4.4405 | 0.7 mi | £20–50 | chicken biryani, chicken shashlik madras, keema naan |
| The California Grill | 4.8372 | 1.8 mi | — | chicken kebab, mixed kebab with salad, kofte kebab |
| Ego at The Deben Seal, WoodbridgeOutdoor seating · Vegan options · Vegetarian options | 4.71,078 | 6.7 mi away | £20–30 | rump steak, roast pork, char grilled steak |
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