
La Fortuna Kensington
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About La Fortuna Kensington
On Kensington Church St, La Fortuna Kensington is an Italian restaurant built around handmade pasta and a brick-walled dining room. The saffron risotto, made with Iranian saffron, sits alongside Pappardelle alla Buscaiola and Linguine Modo Mio, the latter combining tiger prawns, calamari, white wine, fresh tomatoes and chilli flakes. A prawns and squid ink pasta is also on the menu, and the chicken with honey and walnuts offers a non-pasta option. Antipasti platters and pizzas round out the format, and tiramisu remains a common way to close the meal. Seating is limited, and the room tends to fill, so arriving without a table booked can mean a wait. Service runs on a walk-in basis rather than by reservation.
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“Cosy restaurant offering handmade pasta, antipasti platters & pizzas in a brick-walled dining area.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh homemade pasta, tiramisu, generous portions and saffron risotto.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh homemade pasta, tiramisu, generous portions and saffron risotto.
Customer Review Summary
Fresh handmade pasta draws the most praise, with the Pappardelle alla Buscaiola singled out as a standout and the Linguine Modo Mio with tiger prawns and calamari also called a must try. Close behind, diners repeatedly point to the tiramisu, freshly prepared, and the affogato, alongside dishes like saffron risotto made with Iranian saffron and squid ink pasta. The chef is described as welcoming and hands on, often greeting tables personally, and several reviewers mention returning multiple times and recognizing regulars. Portions are called generous and the atmosphere cozy and relaxed. One reviewer notes their chicken with honey and walnuts was a little too salty, and another describes a mistake with a pizza order, though staff apologized and offered a replacement. One reviewer advises booking ahead given the limited seating, which often fills up.
Customer Review Summary
Fresh handmade pasta draws the most praise, with the Pappardelle alla Buscaiola singled out as a standout and the Linguine Modo Mio with tiger prawns and calamari also called a must try. Close behind, diners repeatedly point to the tiramisu, freshly prepared, and the affogato, alongside dishes like saffron risotto made with Iranian saffron and squid ink pasta. The chef is described as welcoming and hands on, often greeting tables personally, and several reviewers mention returning multiple times and recognizing regulars. Portions are called generous and the atmosphere cozy and relaxed. One reviewer notes their chicken with honey and walnuts was a little too salty, and another describes a mistake with a pizza order, though staff apologized and offered a replacement. One reviewer advises booking ahead given the limited seating, which often fills up.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Finally I’ve found such an amazing place to have our dinner , the portions were so big we had only the specials recommended and the wine was absolutely fantastic! We will definitely come back The place was packed but the staff gave us time and we enjoyed the food the atmosphere!”
- Google user
“I can honestly say it's one of the best Italian restaurants in London, with authentic dishes, fresh pasta, pizza and more, generous portions, and excellent value. Each dish is delicious not only because of the ingredients but also because of the care and love put into preparing them. Located in one of London's most prestigious neighborhoods, "La Fortuna" is a little corner of Italy that will warm your heart. The relaxing atmosphere, you'll meet the chef in person and chat with the staff, they'll put you at ease and you'll feel like part of them. Approved ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
- Google user
“A really good find on Kensington Church Street — La Fortuna. A proper, authentic Italian with a relaxed feel and no fuss. The homemade pasta is the standout — fresh, well executed, and full of flavour without trying to overcomplicate things. The menu is well balanced and everything we had was consistently well prepared. Aya, our waitress, was charming and knowledgeable, and struck exactly the right balance of being attentive without being intrusive. Friendly service, a comfortable atmosphere, and food you would happily come back for — and I definitely will.”
- Google user
“The food is really good - only got the chance to take a picture for Tiramisu, but we also tried ravioli, pasta, and two starters, and everything was just delicious. Service was very nice and friendly as well. Highly recommend and will definitely visit again.”
- Google user
“Yummy food, cozy and artistic environment, friendly staff, highly recommended 😋👍🏻 ✅Must try 😋👉🏻Linguine Modo Mio 🍝((Linguine Pasta with Tiger Prawns, Calamari in White Wine, with fresh tomatoes and chilli flakes) ✅Must try 😍👉🏻 Affogato 🍨”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fortuna Kensington | 4.8949 | — | — | fresh homemade pasta, tiramisu, generous portions |
| Verdi - Italian Kitchen at the Royal Albert Hall | 4.3878 | 0.7 mi | — | raviolini, tiramisu, pizza |
| Zizzi - Earl's Court | 4.33,634 | 0.8 mi | £20–30 | pizza, qr code ordering system, gluten-free allergy accommodations |
| Caffè Concerto New Knightsbridge | 4.23,564 | 1.2 mi | £20–80 | hospitality excellence contribution charge, cappuccino with rose flower syrup, chicken milanese |
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