
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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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh homemade pasta, tiramisu, daily specials and saffron risotto.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention fresh homemade pasta, tiramisu, daily specials and saffron risotto.
Customer Review Summary
Handmade pasta is what reviewers return to most, with the Pappardelle alla Buscaiola singled out as the standout of one visit and the Linguine Modo Mio with tiger prawns and calamari, pasta with mushrooms and truffle oil, ravioli and prawn and squid ink pasta also named. Close behind are the saffron risotto, which one diner says the owner described as made with Iranian saffron, the tiramisu and the affogato. Several mention generous portions, and the chef is described as a kind, welcoming presence who prepares specials and chats with guests, so diners say it feels like a home kitchen. Staff are called friendly and attentive without being intrusive, and the room is described as cozy and relaxed, though one reviewer notes it is packed and has limited seating, with a suggestion to book in advance. The few criticisms are small: one diner found the chicken with honey and walnuts a little too salty, and a pizza arrived wrong, but the staff apologised and offered to replace it.
Customer Review Summary
Handmade pasta is what reviewers return to most, with the Pappardelle alla Buscaiola singled out as the standout of one visit and the Linguine Modo Mio with tiger prawns and calamari, pasta with mushrooms and truffle oil, ravioli and prawn and squid ink pasta also named. Close behind are the saffron risotto, which one diner says the owner described as made with Iranian saffron, the tiramisu and the affogato. Several mention generous portions, and the chef is described as a kind, welcoming presence who prepares specials and chats with guests, so diners say it feels like a home kitchen. Staff are called friendly and attentive without being intrusive, and the room is described as cozy and relaxed, though one reviewer notes it is packed and has limited seating, with a suggestion to book in advance. The few criticisms are small: one diner found the chicken with honey and walnuts a little too salty, and a pizza arrived wrong, but the staff apologised and offered to replace it.
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 🍨”
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
“Cosy restaurant offering handmade pasta, antipasti platters & pizzas in a brick-walled dining area.”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
Italian restaurants near La Fortuna Kensington
- Caffè Concerto Kensington4.44,0250.1 mi£10–50
pistachio honey cake, afternoon cream tea, birthday cake
- Jacuzzi4.828,2280.2 mi£30–90
crab pasta, truffle pizza, chocolate dessert
- Mamma Mia Ristorante Italiano4.42,0230.6 mi£20–30
tiramisu, spaghetti carbonara, pizza
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Fortuna Kensington | 4.8949 | — | — | fresh homemade pasta, tiramisu, daily specials |
| Caffè Concerto Kensington | 4.44,025 | 0.1 mi | £10–50 | pistachio honey cake, afternoon cream tea, birthday cake |
| Jacuzzi | 4.828,228 | 0.2 mi | £30–90 | crab pasta, truffle pizza, chocolate dessert |
| Mamma Mia Ristorante Italiano | 4.42,023 | 0.6 mi | £20–30 | tiramisu, spaghetti carbonara, pizza |
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