Ida

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  niamh shepheard

  ·1 week ago

  “Such a beautiful little family run spot. Delicious authentic food packed full of flavour. I’m gluten free and the pasta they offer here is THE BEST around. Will be coming back.”

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  Sandra O'Neill

  ·2 months ago

  “Ida continues to be one of my favourite restaurants in London. We visited to try the new menu and it exceeded every expectation. The pappardelle with mussels was absolutely outstanding—perfectly cooked fresh pasta, beautiful fresh mussels and a rich, delicious sauce that was full of flavour. Every dish reflects the passion and skill of the kitchen. What makes Ida truly special, though, is the people. The staff work exceptionally hard, and it’s so obvious that they genuinely love what they do. Nothing—and I mean nothing—is ever too much trouble. Everyone is warm, welcoming, attentive and makes you feel like a valued guest rather than just another customer. The atmosphere is relaxed, cosy and full of charm, making every visit a pleasure. If you’re looking for authentic Italian food with incredible service and genuine hospitality, Ida is an absolute gem. The new menu is fantastic, and we’ll be back very soon. I couldn’t recommend it more highly.”

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  Anjum Stuart

  ·3 months ago

  “Absolutely fantastic gem in our neighbourhood. Our first time here and it is comfortably as good as the best reviews on here. We had the courgette and goats cheese and the white crab salads for starters, a shared bowl of papardelle with sausage and green beans on the side followed by a lemon and raspberry cake with insanely rich vanilla icecream. Our cocktails were excellent and the glass of house rose soooo good! Oh and i mustn't forget the olives and bread and fantastic dipping olive oil. We are 100% returning! Thank you Ida and for not giving away the table even though we were 20 mins late ( blame losing my reading glasses!). I almost forgot - we loved the decor and artwork and cosy authentic feel and especially liked the tableware. And such warm and charming staff💥💥🌼.”

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  antoine Levy

  ·3 months ago

  “Went back after three years to see if the recent fuss in the press was warranted. My personal answer: not really. The room hasn't changed since our first visit, still tiny, still the same look (from what I can remember). Fine in theory, except they'd apparently just closed for several weeks of "extensive renovation." Whatever that money went on, it wasn't ventilation: open kitchen, no windows that open, no aircon, and on a night when it was 26 degrees outside, the dining room was stifling. The chairs were uncomfortable, and the solitary fan was doing nothing against the heat. We had to ask for tap water, when I'd have expected it offered on arrival given the heat, and it was delivered by a particularly standoffish waitress, like we'd asked her for a kidney. The boss came to take our order, then forgot to put it through. Twenty minutes later she came back to own up and comped us some bread, three slices between four people, and even that didn't make it onto the first bill; we had to ask for it to be taken off. Generosity clearly isn't the house style: the antipasti misto was £13 for what amounted to a few slivers of charcuterie. The pasta was good, no complaints there, but nothing that can explain the level of press attention this place gets. The real letdown was the service: once the mistake was smoothed over, no one from the front of house checked in on us again; maybe the boss was still smarting from the cost of the bread. The second waitress was pleasant enough, to be fair. Decent local spot if you live nearby. Not one I'd cross London for, and we won't be rushing back.”

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  Mina Baron

  ·4 months ago

  “Came here for my partner and I’s anniversary and it’s my new favourite restaurant. I’m Italian and this place is definitely authentic! Amazing pasta and good vegetarian options. Also love the atmosphere, such a cosy restaurant.”

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  Alla Tsyganova

  ·6 months ago

  “Update!! April 2026 We’ve been coming here regularly for the past 2–3 years, and it remains my favourite Italian restaurant in London. Whether it’s just the two of us or a visit with family and friends, every experience has been consistently wonderful. The homemade pasta is exceptional, the steak is beautifully cooked, and the desserts are always a highlight—my current favourite being the panna cotta. I especially appreciate how the restaurant has maintained such a high standard over the years, with the same great taste, quality, and presentation every time we visit. March 2024 - Very nice food and atmospheric place. Pasta was delicious and al dente. Steak very soft and juicy, nicely cooked. And desserts were fantastic so light but full of flavour. Definitely worth to visit. Surprisingly their house red wine was good as well. Highly recommend and we will be back for sure”

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  Alice G

  ·7 months ago

  “First visit to Ida, midweek 6:25 sitting. Gorgeous restaurant, super cosy and artfully decorated. Everything feels “just right” - the personalised plates, the low lighting, the wall of art, the quality menus. We were sad that one of our preferred pasta options on the menu was unavailable, but were happy with the choices we made in the end. I found the flavours very good, strong and unique. My only gripe is as some other reviews have said, I personally found the portion size on the small side. Having said this, it’s probably because generally speaking in society we tend to eat too large a portion and are used to eating more than we need. I don’t know. The spaghetti, veg dish seemed slightly larger than the meat based pappardelle dish. House wine was fine. Tiramisu was good, leaned more to the runnier / sweeter end of the spectrum. Free on street parking from 6:30pm (midweek at least). Would return, but due to the pricing more likely for special occasions as opposed to a regular dinner out.”

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  Ella Chattock

  ·7 months ago

  “Charming little Italian spot perfect for a romantic evening, with soft lighting and intimate atmosphere. The homemade pasta is the star, and the tiramisu is also a must!”

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  Federica Filippi

  ·7 months ago

  “We visited for both a Valentine’s dinner and a Sunday lunch, and it was fantastic each time. A very intimate and lovely place with friendly and professional staff. Amazing traditional Italian food and very generous portions. Highly recommended!”

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  Julian López

  ·1 year ago

  “We had a wonderful dining experience at Ida! The pastas were superb and cooked to perfection, and the Nutella cheesecake was a stellar way to end the meal. We also really enjoyed the Aperol spritz. The restaurant has a lovely, homey vibe that made for a very pleasant evening. I'd highly recommend it!”