
Casa Tua King's Cross
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About Casa Tua King's Cross
On Cromer St in King's Cross, Casa Tua King's Cross is an Italian restaurant furnished with mismatched wooden tables and wooden floors, with framed prints of Italian dishes on the walls. The pizza follows an Apulian style with a soft, airy base, and a Margherita is made on request even when it is not on the printed menu. Fresh pasta rounds out the menu alongside the pizzas. A private dining room is available for groups, and dogs are welcome in the main room. Seating includes both higher chairs and low tables, and outdoor seating is offered as well. An automatic service charge of around 13.5 percent is added to the bill.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking garage · Paid street parking · Usually difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Family-friendly
- DietaryOrganic dishes · Vegan options · Vegetarian options
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention margarita pizza, service charge added, fresh pasta and limited menu selection.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention margarita pizza, service charge added, fresh pasta and limited menu selection.
Customer Review Summary
Pizza draws the most praise, with the Margarita and an Apulian style pie singled out for a soft, airy base and fresh toppings, and pasta dishes like gnocchi also mentioned, though one diner found the gnocchi bland. Close behind, reviewers repeatedly point to the fresh, authentic Italian flavors and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, sometimes accented with festive decorations, plus outdoor seating and standout coffee. Several also flag the automatic service charge as unexpected, and one describes a distinctly negative visit marked by slow, inattentive service, being told pizza had run out only after ordering, a cold table under air conditioning, and crowding inside. One diner also questioned the food's authenticity given the staff makeup. Others note a limited menu and smaller-than-expected portions given the prices. Many describe returning or recommending the spot, particularly for brunch, and one recalls a server accommodating a seating request without issue.
Customer Review Summary
Pizza draws the most praise, with the Margarita and an Apulian style pie singled out for a soft, airy base and fresh toppings, and pasta dishes like gnocchi also mentioned, though one diner found the gnocchi bland. Close behind, reviewers repeatedly point to the fresh, authentic Italian flavors and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, sometimes accented with festive decorations, plus outdoor seating and standout coffee. Several also flag the automatic service charge as unexpected, and one describes a distinctly negative visit marked by slow, inattentive service, being told pizza had run out only after ordering, a cold table under air conditioning, and crowding inside. One diner also questioned the food's authenticity given the staff makeup. Others note a limited menu and smaller-than-expected portions given the prices. Many describe returning or recommending the spot, particularly for brunch, and one recalls a server accommodating a seating request without issue.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Here's a smoother version of your review: A quaint restaurant with pleasant outdoor seating, which created a lovely atmosphere. The menu was a little limited, and the portion sizes were smaller than expected, especially given the relatively high prices. That said, the food was delicious, the service was good, and overall we had an enjoyable dining experience.”
- Google user
“I really enjoyed the food, which was fresh and had a lovely blend of flavors. The staff was attentive and friendly, making the experience even better. Although the host wasn't as welcoming or helpful as I hoped, overall, it was an amazing experience that I would definitely recommend.”
- Google user
“Despite technically not being on the menu, we asked if they also served a simple Margarita pizza. We were told they did. They asked if we wanted to sit in the higher chairs. We politely refused (I didn’t mention it, but I have a knee injury that makes such tables very uncomfortable.) The server was still very respectful about it and seated us at a low table. I had the Margarita pizza, and the way it was delivered was awesome! (I had to cut it myself though, which I personally didn’t mind.) The prices for the food were very fair in my opinion. The drinks were a bit more on the pricy side, but that’s just ‘the restaurant experience’. It did automatically include a ‘service fee’ though. Which is not something we are used to. The service fee itself was pretty pricy, but I can’t say we were very bothered by it because service was great. Overall a great experience, and would recommend it for others.👍”
- Google user
“Tourist trap - avoid. Terrible service, poor selection of food, bad value. Find somewhere else Seated straight away then the waiter (man bun with glasses) decided to wipe our table down and onto me. Waited 15 minutes more to have our orders take, was only then told they'd run out of pizza - couldn't they say that when we entered the restaurant? Pasta (gnocchi) arrived after 20 minutes and was bland and massively overpriced. Wasn't asked once how our meal was. Plates were cleared and nobody came to offer dessert. After waiting 15 minutes we had to go to the till to pay. 13.5% service charge added! No room to move inside and I was bumped into several times. We were also sat under air conditioning unit and was freezing cold throughout. Other people complained and the waiter shrugged his shoulders. The waiter was also rude to other customers and needs retraining. Saw lots of people walk out. All staff were Asian, no Italians so not sure how authentic this restaurant is.”
- Google user
“If you’re visiting London and near King’s Cross, this is a fantastic spot for authentic Italian food. The dishes are made with fresh, high-quality ingredients and full of rich, traditional flavours—you can really taste the difference. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the service is friendly and attentive. The coffee is also excellent, perfectly brewed and a great way to finish your meal, just like in Italy. Overall, it’s easily one of the best Italian restaurants near King’s Cross—definitely worth a visit!”
Highlights
“Mismatched wooden furniture gives this casual venue a warming touch for menus of Italian food.”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid parking garage
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
Show more amenities
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Offerings· 14
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Organic dishes
- Prepared foods
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Service options· 1
- Onsite services
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Family-friendly· 2
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Planning· 3
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Crowd· 4
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Location
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- La Pasta4.14491.5 mi£10–20
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Tua King's Cross | 4.31,121 | — | £20–30 | margarita pizza, service charge added, fresh pasta |
| Vecchio Parioli | 4.2366 | 1.2 mi | £20–50 | seafood pasta, eggplant parmigiana, grilled seabass |
| La Pasta | 4.1449 | 1.5 mi | £10–20 | pizza, quick service before gigs, dry overcooked dishes |
| Padella Borough Market | 4.711,469 | 2.1 mi | £20–30 | pappardelle with beef shin ragu, pici cacio e pepe, tiramisu |
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