Sometimes our cravings for oozy mozzarella pizzas and lip-smacking negronis can get the best of us. Luckily, this arty neighbourhood is packing a punch, supplying locals with trendy chains that whip up creamy carbonaras and independent haunts slinging out flavourful calzones. Not sure where to pick? Check out our guide to the best Italian restaurants Shoreditch has to offer.
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Pizza Pilgrims knows a thing or two about delish Neapolitan slices topped with fresh ingredients. Located on the high street, this laid-back venue focuses on simplicity, showcasing quirky formica tablecloths and customer-drawn takeaway boxes adorning the walls.
Fronting a seriously slick space with tropical plants and green velvet seats is Serata Hall. Sink your teeth into everything from truffle tagliatelle and beetroot gnocchi through to unique pizzas and a burrata salad while in beaut surrounds.
Boasting a swoon-worthy space and authentic menu, it's no wonder why Passo Shoreditch is one of the best Italian restaurants in London. This beautiful spot offers an extensive selection of mouthwatering dishes, alongside a fabulous cocktail and wine list to boot.
After gaining iconic status in Mayfair and across the world, Cecconi's Shoreditch came to East London. Shimmy over to the trendy space to fill your boots with freshly prepared pasta, droolworthy cicchetti and classic Northern Italian mains.
Touting stunning 70s Capri-style interiors alongside a menu inspired by the Bel Paese and coast of Naples, Gloria is definitely a firm choice for Italian bites. Whether you opt for a cheese wheel filled with carbonara or a towering lemon meringue pie, you won't be disappointed.
You can't go wrong with a trip to Popolo Shoreditch. Situated in a stunning Grade II-listed building, this eatery is adorned with chic exposed brickwork and galvanised metal, plus rustles up a regularly changing menu of Italian small plates, from octopus to sheep ricotta ravioli.
If you're looking for an Italian restaurant on Old Street, then be sure to head to Officina 00. This cool haunt serves delicious plates, such as Sicilian tuna ceviche with blood orange and crispy shallots, not to mention beef shin ragu. Feeling thirsty? Sip on a signature limoncello martini.
Fancy heading to a cosy spot for some homemade pasta? Check out iconic restaurant Padella on Phipp Street to chow down on a delightful range of budget-friendly antipasti and large plates. While everything on the menu is scrumptious, we highly recommend the pici cacio e pepe.
