Corto Italian Deli in Richmond upon Thames

Coffee and ice cream are amazing but service not so much - minimal engagement with the staff but I was ok with that. However, the other day I went in to buy a Christmas cake and a lady in a beige coat was following me around the tiny shop. At first I thought she was a customer but then realised she is actually working there. She didn’t engage or ask anything and it quickly became very apparent that she was on some sort of a shoplifter watch. It was really uncomfortable and not something I ever experienced before. Not busy either, it definitely just made me give up on the cake and I left. I am not sure who needs ti hear this but this is certainly not a way to treat your customers and perhaps you need to reconsider your approach.

I love this little Italian cafe, it's brilliant for a (very thick) hot chocolate. Similar to what you'd get in the Italian Alps. A lot of people like to come here to sit outside with drinks in the summer too, so it's good all year round. Inside is also a little treasure trove of Italian goodies, which are delicious but also great for gifts. I'd recommend popping in if you're in Church Street.

rude lady with short hair, she didn't want my friend to pay at the spot, like everywhere in England. she told us to sat and then we had to go inside to pay and she was still rude. my other friend ask her nicely where she was from and she answer with the same question. My friend said her partner was from Italy and she seem to think that wasn't good enough. I will never recomend this place. La sugiero un poco de instrospección y humildad. Trabajas en una tienda, no en una embajada, relaja tu actitud.

The best hot chocolate we have ever tried and dog friendly ! Nice place to visit when are in Twickenham !

Great place and even better food. Lemon cannoli was delish (although very small in size). They've had a blanket for customers who felt cold sitting outside. Waitress was super nice :)

Best coffee in Twickenham friendly place nice food Panini very nice. Lovely shop and there ice cream is really nice.

Have had coffee & pastries here before with a lovely experience from the lady with a ponytail. Unfortunately that wasn’t the case today. The lady with short hair behind the counter had a very poor attitude when I was paying with card and not cash. There is absolutely no need for poor manners- sulky looks and sighs- sometimes people do not have cash on their person for whatever reason. Perhaps you should introduce a minimum card spend limit instead of taking your frustrations out on customers. This interaction really left a sour taste

Lovely Italian Deli - always welcoming with great coffee and selections of goodies.

very good coffee and ice cream Nice service Authentic atmosphere

Thank you for your kindness today. I urgently needed water as so hot and was offered a seat in the cool part of the cafe and and my water bottle filled. So appreciated.

I visited this coffee shop for the first time with my family today. I was really satisfied with amazing flat white and espresso. I tried some sweets and gelatto🥰 Lovely! @silviadeegon

Really lovely lunch had an aubergine special and a panini , will definitely return

Great Italian deli located in Twickenham. Good selection of Italian treats including traditional cakes and pastries. Nice to sit outside with a coffee in the summer and people watch. On the expensive side but worth the quality.

Really lovely place, fresh food (surprise surpsise in London) Great nice lovely Superb staff!!! Good luck for you

I wanted to write about this place for awhile. It looks so nice from the outside and the setting is nice. But I was really disappointed. I stopped for a snack in Taste of Twickenham and found the staff unwelcoming. I bought a pepsi for later and paid take out price, and the girl waiting accused me of paying take out when drinking in, but I'd actually bought it for later. I find it expensive and actually lacking in any real quality. I don't find them friendly at all. I guess they have a good location so don't bother. I've never bothered to go back.

One of the best places for coffee in the area. Funny, but warm, people. Nice food and gorgeous coffee. On a sunny day, a great place to sit.

Ilaria and Romina ensure guests receive all the comfort they need. The atmosphere is warm , the food is taste and the location is brilliant.

Love this place dearly .. very very GOOD coffee, great food, great owners. Thank you guys !!!

Their cannoli is the BEST! Particularly the pistachio.

Lovely lasagna and arancini. I ll deintely go back with my husband this time so he can try it too

Delicious food and a lovely shop. Service was also friendly. Salami and gorgonzola ciabatta was delicious!

Serving delightful desserts and bites. Artisan coffee. Authentic. Lots of delicacies and nibbles from all over Italy. Lovely location on church street. Great place to get the real ingredients for that perfect italian meal or just meet friends over coffee and dessert.

Great coffee, great food, great staff what more do you need 😀

The coffee shop has a cozy atmosphere, and the Italian girl who works there is very friendly. The cappuccino is amazing, and the croissants are delicious. However, it is quite expensive, but treating oneself to a visit once in a while won't hurt the wallet.

Cold arancini and a long wait for a very basic mozzarella panini. Almost £16 for the two arancini’s and the panini as well. Not impressed.

Great place, lovely people, excellent coffee & food.

Lovely deli with nice coffee and snacks, you do have to sit outside which could be a problem in poor weather, also in the shade.

Fantastic little cafe with a great variety of products.

Amazing Italian Deli. Their coffee is THE best, I haven't tasted better! Lovely selection of Italian cakes/biscuits & wonderful sandwiches, pasta & salads. Highly recommended.

So far the best coffee I’ve had in Richmond borough! A hidden gem in Twickenham with authentic Italian products

Lovely deli serving good food and wine

How can you not fall in love with this gorgeous shop! Full of character, lots to choose from & friendly staff! Divine!

Love this place, amazing products and coffee. Very cool staff.

Best panino of all London area!! It's a must have!!

Wow! What a gem of a place! Small and compact but full of character - the food on offer is simple, fresh and delicious. What can I say? This is a classic, rustic Italian all-day deli, offering the very best of Italy. Located on Church Rd, you can come here for a quick bite and a good Italian coffee or pack any of their grab and go goodies ( try their Italian rice balls ‘arancini’ - deliciously plump stuffed rice balls filled with meat and peas, then deep fried. They make perfect party eats or picnic snacks) Eel Pie Island is nearby or picnic by Champions Wharf.. get those hampers ready!

Evening ot in Church St. Sat outside on the street. my heading sums it up. Very freindly boys serving. Seemed to have a wood fired oven. Pizza OK, wine plonk. £20 a bit much

The best coffee and thw best panini's!!

Called in for a cold drink, afternoon coffee and some pastries. The ladies behind the counter were very welcoming and recommended cold drinks and delicious pastries for us. We sat outside on comfortable chairs with good cushions and drinks and food were promptly bought to us. This is the quieter end of Church St., in the afternoon at least. The pastries were delicious and the coffee was very good too. They offer lots of different paninis and salads for light lunches. This is deli as well as a café with lots of traditional Italian produce on sale. We will definitely pop in for a longer look round the shelves next time we are in Twickenham

Great Italian coffee, pleasant staff.

Great coffee and canoli here. A favourite place when in Twickenham

Yes I eat well and coffee is Good Nice place

Fantastic food, delicious coffee and superb service from Romina and her fabulous team!

If you want authentic decent coffee...this is the place. They know their coffee and more importantly, know how to make it. Best coffee in Twickenham by a mile. Friendly staff, even when they're rushed off their feet.

We come here time and time again, our favourite lunch or spritz spot in Twickenham. Great location, lovely staff and authentic Italian food :)

The food is amazing and the staff are very friendly great place to stop for a bite to eat and a drink when the sun's shining...

Great coffee and charming people. Nice offer of Italian products.

What an amazing place! Not only a great selection of Italian groceries but amazing fresh deli and Paninis. The customer service there is always five stars and you feel very taken care of. They also always have the best holiday treats for anywhere from Christmas to Easter. One of the best business in Twickenham, five stars is not enough for the great staff and selection.

Fantastic & authentic Italian deli. Great coffee ☕️ Great assortment of Italian products on offer - including seasonal goods. Love this place! 😀

Nice place, lovely coffee and tasty panini. Service friendly and good selection of italian groceries. Highly recomended.

All italy in one room! 🤩 ..every product you fancy, you will find it.. amazing spritz evenings in summer and lovely food! 👏

Nice little place in Twickenham. They have some great ice cream & coffee. The have some good selection of pastry, oils and pasta as well. Staff are very nice. Prices are great. There is some outdoor seating as well.

Amazing Italian place. Been there many times and staff always so nice and kind. Had a plenty of good Italian grocery options and yummy gelato, their Italian pastries taste so yummy. One of the places that I really love keeping visits.

Lovely coffee and a great service by friendly staff.

This is a gem. The lady that runs it is wonderful and her food delightful and well-priced. I cannot praise this highly enough. Her authentic Italian food is a delight. If I could have given her 6 stars I would have done.

Fantastic Italian food. Amazing pastries and you have to have the dark hot chocolate!

Excellent choice of Italian delicacies fresh produce coffee and cakes

Had food twice from here - both times awesome. Quick delivery, piping hot and the seafood pasta was 👌🏽

Some of the best Italian produce can be found here. From pasta and flours to cheeses and cured meats. Nice selection of wines too.

Fantastic service and great quality cured meats and pasta available, with authentic Italian brands. I usually come here for a top up to support local business and avoid the pedestrian road rage at Waitrose. Seems to be a hit with walkers during lockdown getting their takeaway caffeine fix too!

A real lockdown blessing! In better times a cafe with deli; in lockdown the emphasis has moved to the deli/food side with takeaway coffees also available. Lovely selection of Italian produce including wines, fresh veg, pastas, charcuterie selection, croissants and breads, and yummy treats (cannoli included). The coffee is excellent too.

The panini were very good and tasty, small place but with a good selection of italian products.

The best sandwiches in town with brilliant coffee and pastries.

Excellent Italian goods, lovely paninis, coffee, and sweet goods. Highly recommended.

Fantastic Italian food speciality shop. Great selection. Very friendly, helpful staff. Fabulous cheese selection. Will definitely be coming back. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Can buy all your Italian groceries and good coffee alfresco

Coffee is easily the best in Twickenham and they have tried really hard to make everyone as comfortable as possible - even if the weather is yucky and you're sitting outside

enjoyable al fresco lunch . lovely food and service

Lovely place to find Italian produce in Twickenham. A great and surprisingly large selection of pasta, biscuits, cheeses and meats, staples and cupboard supplies etc. Great for gifts or treats... Brilliant location: buy something to enjoy on the riverfront!

Excellent Italian deli. Wonderful canolli and coffee. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Really friendly staff, great coffee and lots of traditional treats to takeaway. Look out for the basil infused pasta and sausages, excellent for making a delicious lunch or dinner.

Fantastic quality and friendly, laid back staff who take the time to explain about the authentic produce

Lovely coffee and Italian treats!

Very limited options in the menu, toilet not opened to costumers and the short hair girl in the counter is rude with costumers. Food is ok. Very disappointing

My Italian wife and I went there 2 times to buy croissants and other stuff and I have never seen such unfriendly and rude staff.I will never go there anymore especially when there are so many nice places when people are much moreee friendly.

I am so impressed with how Corto shifted their business model and became a lifeline to Twickenham when things like pasta and tinned tomatoes were out of stock everywhere. As things open back up I will continue to support them and hope others will too!

Stopped of this morning for a Hot Cappuccino at Corto Deli. The server had a very unfriendly attitude. I got my 2 coffees and some yeast. The cappuccino was very bad and cold I dumped it in the nearest rubbish bin. If you want coffee go to Cafe Nero when lockdown is over .The staff even smile at customers!

The place is tiny and cosy, the staff was very friendly and the coffee and cake were excellent

Been to this place several times. The service has never been very fast but generally the food is very good. Visited at the weekend however the service was really slow even though there were many tables available. We got 2 panini. One was burnt on the outside but cold on the inside. The other was just cold. It will be a long time before I return to this place.

Lovely Italian cafeteria with lots of Italian products available for purchase.

Real Italian bar. Outside London there is usually a proliferation of “Italian” restaurants where the owner simply pretends to be Italian by saying “mamma mia” from time to time. It’s not the case at all here: this is all 100% Italian food produced by real Italians, and with no spelling mistakes on the menu. Everything you will order here is amazing, and produced from high quality ingredients imported from Italy. You will find no Tesco ham in here. Do not underestimate the value of the goods sold at the counter. They sell many varieties of ham at incredibly low prices. It’s the same quality that you would get at Borough Market, but with one less digit in the price tag.

Fantastic friendly service, and great coffee.

Visited on a Saturday afternoon, were people there but not overly busy. Ordered 2 coffees & a panini. It took ages & the panini arrived before the coffees, I had nearly finished it before the drinks came. Nice food but the service needs looking at as it wasn't that busy then!

Delicious paniniis, service with a smile. Recommended.

Il locale è molto carino, purtroppo però tutto il resto è da bocciare. Ho ordinato una piadina con prosciutto crudo, rughetta e stracchino, mi è arrivata una piadina con prosciutto crudo, insalata mista (di quelle in busta) e un formaggio a fette di quello del supermercato. Evidentemente i proprietari si sentono furbi e sperano che il cliente straniero non se ne accorga. Piadina pagata 7.90 pound oltretutto. Inoltre, servizio lento a livelli incredibili, abbiamo ordinato come antipasto della focaccia con olive (quindi già pronto, non dovevano cucinarlo) e lo hanno portato dopo mezz'ora di orologio. Quando abbiamo chiesto il conto lo hanno portato dopo quasi venti minuti. Purtroppo da evitare.

Been here several times now with good experiences each time. Like being in Italy. Good, simple food.Great coffee and hot chocolate. Nice atmosphere, very cosy.

We have been to Corto before and the food has always been great and the service friendly. However, I would advise against going on a busy Saturday. My husband and I visited today and got there at 2pm. The rugby was on at Twickenham so the whole street was very busy. We were told that it would take five or so minutes to get a table and be served and we were fine with that, particularly as it was a busy day. After sitting down we had to get our own menus and then call the waiter after 20 mins of waiting. We ordered a water and a beer (in addition to food) but were given a beer and a coke. Food did not arrive and at 3pm I asked if we were still getting it. 18 mins later when our order was given to a table that arrived at least 40 mins after us, we got up to pay for the beer and leave. The waiter had no clue what had happened and someone inside eventually said sorry and gave us the beer on the house. This place always has good food but they can't cope with a busy weekend. This is not the first time service has been slow - the last time it was also a sunny Saturday (but not a rugby day). I fully appreciate it will take time to be served and for food to be prepared when it is busy, especially on a rugby day. However, what I cannot understand is 1) why one couple that arrived after us received their food, ate it and paid for it before we'd received ours 2) when our food finally came it was given to a table that arrived 40 mins after us and 3) why the place could not manage customer expectations. If you're busy then tell customers that they should not expect to receive food within an hour, or get their order taken within 15 mins. Manage expectations! Its not difficult and then at least customers know perhaps its not a good time to eat at Corto. 

Nice place and excellent Italian cuisine, friendly staff attentive to every customer need. Highly recommended

I saw this place advertised on FB,the Photos were of Italian Easter Eggs, I knew straight away I needed to take a visit, Wowwwwwww it was so easy to find and pay and display parking available just outside. It’s tucked away on beautiful street with some really nice shops. What a cute coffee/deli the owner was such a lovely, friendly lady, the coffee and sandwiches were delicious( the bread and fillings were so fresh),she gave us a complimentary cold bottle of water,she has a lot of good quality Italian produce. It’s so worth a visit, I’d definitely return.

More and more corto Italian deli is my fav place where to eat genuine and fresh Italian food, or to chill out with a fantastic real espresso or to enjoy my fav cakes: Romina’s soft chocolate cake , or Sicilian cannolo (oh my! So fresh!) or the new Pistacchio cake (torta margherita con crema al pistacchio). All this though, would be nothing if not for the great atmosphere that Romina and Alice are able to create: always a cosy place, friendly and welcoming. I’d say it’s like to be in Italy but to be honest it’s even better!

Food is nice(maybe more in the expensive side) with authentic Italian products but the service is disappointing.I have been to this place several times the last 3 years but I have never seen these two ladies smiling,they don't really make an effort to be friendly and approachable. I went back again and again because I like to support local shops and I tried to excuse their behaviour thinking that they are very busy but I think today was my last time there. I prefer to go to places that make me feel welcome.

Great coffee, wonderful Italian deli.

Cosy and friendly spot, good for a drop in.

Stumbled across this gem of a place, really nice staff, cosy surroundings, excellent food, first class house wine and all at a sensible price. Can't ask for more

Excellent italian coffee and fresh authentic food.

Provare x credere. Trovare una piccolissima parte di Italia in questo paese è stata una bellissima sorpresa. Una selezione di meravigliosi prodotti italiani dove si può spaziare da nord a sud con le migliori eccellenze culinarie. Un grazie in particolare a Romina è Alice che sanno farti sentire a casa.

Cost little cafe. Just had a coffee. Molto bella!

I went to the Deli based on the reviews and wasn't disappointed, the food was good. The menu is not too obvious, for a shy person this place isnt perfect, you might have to ask to find what you want. But its tasty, the atmosphere is great, and its good value.

Excellent Coffee and Italian delicacies

Nice friendly staff..... fairly busy....

Lovely little deli. Friendly staff lovely service and food. Will be back.