la favorita in Charnwood - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Just had another excellent meal courtesy Giovanni and Luigi at our favourite Loughborough restaurant. Only one problem, not enough other diners! As I have said before, La Favorita is Loughborough's best kept secret so get together with your friends and family and treat yourselves to truly great Italian food.

Fast service, friendly staff and well cooked tasty food. And, for a good price:-) Thanks a lot!

Loughborough's best kept secret. La Favorita, on High Street Loughborough is unassuming looking but fantastic if you like fresh food, cooked for you. So far everything me, my wife and our daughter have eaten on our regular visits to La Favorita has been top class. Very Highly recommended.

I had delicious tagliatelle with salmon. Pasta was perfectly al dente. Service was amazing. Next time I need to come to try some desserts 🍮☺️ hoping to be back soon, as it is very worth the drive for those authentic Italian dishes made with care 🤩

Once again my wife and I had a delicious meal at La Favorita. Today is a Saturday and I was surprised by how few of the tables were occupied. As usual the food (and service from Giovanni) was top quality. We are well familiar with most of the Italian restaurants in the Loughborough area and La Favorita is our preference by far. You must go soon. Wonderful traditional Italian food awaits you.

What a great find! Fantastic food. Fantastic service.

Booked 8pm on a Saturday evening. Other customers food looked delicious. Ordered drinks and then food. Was told no spaghetti bol so had to choose something else. Unfortunately the waiter came back to inform us they had ran out of pizza dough 😕 which I find hard to believe on a Saturday an Italian restaurant runs out of spaghetti and pizza! We left as there wasn't anything else on the menu are children fancied. I'm not sure the staff really wanted us there. 3 adults and 2 children. Really disappointing as the place and food looked good.

Great place! Giovanni is excellent!

Just returned home from a great lunchtime experience. Our first time at La Favorita was a total success. A relaxed atmosphere and wonderful food is all we ask for and we got it. Everything is made in house and it shows. Highly recommended. Thank you La Favorita.

Beautiful place, amazing service and amazing food! I can not fault this restaurant in anyway. Always attentive and always friendly, this is small family run place and it shows because they care and make sure the experience is amazing every time. Well done guys

Love this restaurant everything is always spot on the food is amazing!!

Absolutely fantastic this is our favourite restaurant by far 👏

Very nice food came away full which is a good. Staff friendly and attentive will be back next time in the area.

We booked an early table at 6pm. Comfortable chairs. We had great service . Giovanni gave us paper menu's as we're not IT gurus. But it wasn't difficult to read the menu on line. We had a vegan, a gluten free and a normal starter, main and dessert. And drinks. The food was fabulous. Beautifully cooked and presented and the table service was excellent. We got everything we asked for ,served with a smile. We had a great evening. It was worth every penny. This is a small restaurant but its versatile. I personally don't like music when you have a full restaurant...it's just too noisy. So we had no complaints.

Had a lovely time here for Mum's birthday, the one downside was the expectation that octogenarians would have mobile phones and be able scan a QR code to get the menu. This kind of thing is fine in McDonald's but you don't expect it in a nice restaurant.

We ate here on an evening and left feeling fairly underwhelmed. Let me tell you... We were greeted upon entry with a warm welcome, but the restaurant lacked any real atmosphere or feeling you are in for a treat. The menu was on a QR code which is never great for the menu browsers among us. I like to scour the options before I make my choice, but scrolling through a website to see what to order just put me right off from the start. We then see shortly afterwards, menus given to other customers - how odd, maybe we looked like QR code type people! We ordered food, and it was nothing special from start to finish. Cook from frozen calamari which was a little greasy, and olives that were of the cheap variety. Mains that were fairly run of the mill, although the pizza was apparently 'nice' according to the other half. Pasta sauce that wouldn't jump out in a crowd and bruschetta that was fine, but not value for money. Drinks wise, half a pint of Peroni was £3.95 which is fairly steep. No wine menu was given - again, check the QR code and scroll to see the wine, quite honesty, very annoying having to do so hence we didn't order wine. Certainly not worth the wait, the cost or our time popping in here. Not a complete disaster however by any means - the host was polite if not a little quirky, and the female server was busy, if not somewhat stiff. My recommendation would be to pop some classic Italian tunes on in the background for atmosphere, menus for every table, lose the somewhat stark table dressing and look to offer your customers a true Italian experience. Overall, I'd give the restaurant a 2.9 out of 5. I am not sure I'll be rushing back anytime soon.

6 of us are here , wow, amazing food and service ! Would definitely recommend

A fantastic meal and service throughout.. and the desert in particular blew my mind!!

Absolutely fantastic food. Service exceptional. Would recommend this restaurant to all

Excellent food, wine, and service at La Favorita. Literally could have licked the plate clean. Scallops for Starter. Cooked to perfection and piping hot. I was going to have a steak for the main course, but I decided on the Monk Fish in Tagliatelle. Another amazing dish. Again, piping hot. Compliments to the chef 👨‍🍳

brillant service , lovely food 10/10

Very friendly staff, very quick service, nice food.

After a long period without seeing each other, was my son and I first meal

Amazing food and service, will definitely be back for more

Excellent food and excellent service well recommended

Best Italian food in loughborough well recommended.

WOW!!! I am very shocked about this experience the second I walked in I felt right at home very welcoming by staff and owner have good sense of humour always has a smile on their face always make a good conversation. The food was amazing I would highly recommend if you are in Loughborough it was the best Italian’s I have ever been too always up and down to country and that is all I eat and I was blown away. The service was fast and the food was very detailed they put heart into every meal to make it perfect. Thank you very much for your service will be coming back in my next competition!

The food was soo delicious and the service was lovely!

I had the linguine marinara, pasta with sun dried tomatoes, king prawns and mussels, in a rich tomato sauce and my husband got the penne arrabbiata. The seafood in the linguine was nice and a good amount of it, though i did have to add some salt to my own personal taste as it was slightly bland for me but the optional cheese on top really brought out the flavours, i was also offered black pepper but said no so maybe that would have made it even better for me. Next time ill do that. The portion size was good and the bread was delicious. 👌🏾 The penne arrabbiata was very nice and had a lovely amount of spice and flavour to it. The resturant was quiet at around 5:30 when we came, but the waiter was very welcoming and attentive The price was reasonable and we both enjoyed the meal. Would return!

Great food, reasonable prices, very friendly staff and excellent service.

Lacked atmosphere, some food not at right temperature, service was slow although generally pleasant, some cutlery missing, one starter had to be sent back but appeared on billl, withdrawn after challenge. Perhaps just a bad day but will not be returning

Always come here whenever my boyfriend is up to visit and thoroughly enjoy it every time! There so welcoming and friendly with quick service and delicious food. The chicken and prawn pasta is to die for !! Highly recommend- best restaurant in Loughborough!

We were visiting Loughborough to do a workshop, we wanted to have lunch and saw this italian restaurant in the town centre it had lovely decor with a relaxed atmosphere very pleasant. We had pizzas with a salad and a bottle of wine. The service was very attentive and polite. A restaurant happy to go back to if visiting the area.

Hidden Gem in Loughborough High Street. This place has amazing authentic Italian food. Going into the resteruant you can smell how amazing the food is. The decor is very Morden and welcoming. They can cater for Halal options like they did for us prior to visiting them. Finally thank you for looking us Faisal and Hissam!

Been here so many times food and wine fantastic the owner will do anything to look after your food needs if you are a normal eater to vegetarian vigen etc

Excellent service and beautiful food as always!

Absolutely beautiful authentic Italian food. We had the penne salmone, spaghetti carbonara and penne campagnola. All were so flavoursome and cooked to perfection. A proper carbonara, creamy and light!! Thank you - can’t wait to eat from here again

We enjoyed a very pleasant meal here. The staff were friendly and the restaurant felt intimate and cosy in its decor. We all very much enjoyed our meals, the pasta was creamy and warming and the pizza had a crispy crust and was topped generously with peppers and goats cheese. I felt that the portion size for my pasta was a little small (although perhaps I’m just greedy as my friends were perfectly satisfied with theirs), the pizza was good however, less cheese would have been preferred as it was very thick and a little over-powering.

I have never had a bad meal here.

Great service, friendly waiter/owner? That accommodated us perfectly for a walk in with a child and a wheelchair. The food could've been a little better as some of our dishes lacked flavour but the fish was particularly great

It’s a good Italian but I asked for a medium steak and I got well done otherwise the meal and wine was good

Honestly… it was warm… about the best part of it. spag Bol was flavourless tasted like water… chips were soggy.. food was clearly microwaved

My 5th visit to this lovely Italian. Everytime I’ve went it’s been excellent and last nights visit with works friends was no exception. Beautiful food, the manager is lovely and the service was great. Best Italian around.

A really lovely restaurant. We felt very welcome as soon as we walked in. Each member of staff was lovely. The food arrived very quickly and was delicious. All in all, an amazing experience and I will definitely visit again in the future!

Fantastic experience awesome food great service.

Delicious food, fresh and tasty. Loved everything about it. Friendly staff.

Great service, excellent food cooked to perfection, and all at a reasonable price, what more can you ask for?

Very authentic Italian food. Cosy place and very nice staff. Generous portion sizes. Definitely recommend. Dessert was flambeaux'd at the table which was a nice touch. Worth the money. Definitely will be back.

Je recommande, j'y ai bien mangé. Et j'ai vu sur les autres tables des assiettes intéressantes. Le service y était agréable.

Why have a delivery notes box if the restaurant doesnt read it??? Rang me even though i told them i am deaf and to use door buzzer (which they didnt). Food dumped outside so was stone cold when found. Are disabled customers not wanted???

Cucina Italiana nel cuore dell'Inghilterra veramente ottima.

Wow! What a find! Wonderful, friendly and accommodating staff and the food was amazing. If we were local, this place would be a regular visit but sadly we were only visiting. If you're lucky enough to be in the area then this place is a must.

Been several times to La Favorita. Always excellent food and good service and Friday night was no exception. Would recommend.

Fab little Italian restaurant serving classic Italian at very reasonable prices. The staff were friendly. I had Tagliatelle Mariana which was tasty. There is parking quite near.

Lovely food, staff very friendly

Had a great meal here. It was my first visit, I didn't know it was there prior. A hidden gem.

Fantastic communication and lovely food. Will be back again 🙂

We have visited La Favourita numerous times and they has never let us down! Staff are so friendly and food is so fresh and they clearly use only the best ingredients. Ever in doubt where to bring family and friends bring them here!!

It was mum's birthday & with COVID so high we couldn't risk going to our favourite restaurant so we treated ourselves to a fantastic takeaway from them instead. La Favorita... Delicious as always!

Really a good italian restaurant. The staff is very friendly and the owner italian. What else do you need! I would recommend this restaurant to everybody.

Not the best Italian food I've had in Loughborough. Tiramisu top layer had split making🤢

This was our 2nd visit but returned with a family party of 9 this time. Not a bad thing to say about the food it was delicious and the staff very friendly and accommodating, every plate returned empty. The quality menu offers a range of food which is reasonably priced with some special options too, we will certainly be returning again.

Very authentic italian food, good value for money. Staff were very quick and friendly even though it was busy. A must try place for good italian cuisine.

Our Favourite place. Absolutely love it here thr food is amazing, the staff are great We spend alot of time here that's for sure. Can't recommend this restaurant enough.

Excellent food lovely friendly staff. Would well recommend this Italian

Went for a leaving do.. gorgeous food friendly staff reasonably priced food.. loved it.. was my first visit but my colleagues had been before and highly recommended it. Menu on line pre ordered which made service really quick

Excellent Italian restaurant. Great food and wine menu. Reasonably priced and good service.

Good extensive menu and reasonably priced. Very generous portions!

Had my wedding and I it was perfect, very friendly owners and staff. Great testy food, good wine chose too. Highly recommended.

Lovely food, the garlic bread is to die for!! Collection was quick and easy and the staff inside the restaurant were very friendly!!

Good food and reasonably priced.

Just called in lovely welcome, service and value. The food food was great for us all.

Last minute booking and luckily got a table with the kids in toe we wanted them to try a more authentic touch rather than the usual f&b type Italian and la favorita delivers will definitely be going back!.

Amazingly good Italian restaurant. Exceptionally friendly staff, very attentive & helpful. When ordering, I couldn't decide between two main dishes. The manager asked what starter I ordered and recommended a dish (it happened to be £2 cheaper than the alternative I was considering) and he was absolutely right - it complemented the starter perfectly. Couldn't really fault the place. Highly recommended.

What a gem! Wonderful food and helpful staff

Lovely food and friendly service. Would definitely recommend and visit again.

Love it. Excellent management highly recommend

Lovely restaurant, a warm welcome, and great food. Would definitely recommend and visit again!

Great quality and service. Food quality was very good and the service was spot on

Great atmosphere & great staff who made us feel very welcome from the second we walked in the door. The food was absolutely amazing.. Highly recommend the creamy garlic mushroom to starter 👌👌👌

Was a lovely cosy restaurant, staff were very friendly and the food was amazing! Would highly recommend this Italian.

Amazing food and service cannot wait to go back

Worst pasta ever ! Don’t recommend it

Beautiful food, excellent service! Highly recommended.

Arrived on time, great portion sizes, tasted wonderfully. Amazing service time after time.

Food was amazing, best pizza in a long time. We went as a big group and Giovanni and Luigi couldn't do enough for us. Hugely appreciated and would highly recommend!

Down in Loughbourgh at the University hosting a couple of days training. "LA FAVORITA" came highly recommended, and Giovanni did covers for 18 at short notice. Wine, food and service all excellent.

Carbonara had almost no sauce and was very dry. Garlic brad was disappointing.

Always welcoming and great food

Not good, such a shame, left after waiting an hour and a half for our main course, it is our wedding anniversary, not going back.

Great service and nice food thanks

We have tried most of the restaurants in Loughborough and this one easily one of our favourites. We travel 40mins to eat here now! Staff are really polite and friendly. Food is delicious, the portions in particular the sides are very generous sizes. Would 100% recommend, you will not be disappointed

Food was incredible and there was good service, despite a busy restaurant

As always lovely food and staff, best restaurant in Loughborough!

Too much food on your plate, good value for money

If u want absolutely delish food... do not pass go, do not collect 200 pound.. just go straight here. Food is amazing, drink accompanies the food like strawberries and cream...front house staff r brilliant and kitchen r amazing. Thank u so much for looking after us. I am very fussy....so trust me please come here x

We always have our dinner here for special occasions. Love their menu specifically their lobsters menu and Taglionni. Friendly waiters. I couldn't recommend this restaurant enough. I recently came back here to have dinner with my mate still have the best dishes in town. I also recommended this to work colleagues and they have had great birthday celebrations here.

Beautiful dining experience! I dined alone this evening and was welcomed so kindly by the host and made to feel at home. The vegetarian cannelloni is by far one of the best I’ve ever tried out of all the Italian restaurants I’ve visited and I will definitely return happily with company in future to try out some more of their dishes. My compliments to the staff and the chef!

Delicious food! Will 100% order again. Food arrived hot and everything was really good.

I love this restaurant. Friendly staff very welcoming. The food is outstanding. I would highly recommend this restaurant