l'Amico in Tower Hamlets

So following on from the discriminatory reception from the well known il Bordello restaurant nearby, we decided to try a different Italian restaurant, one not as well known except to the locals of Wapping or well reviewed but I am so grateful we found this place. It is genuinely a little gem situated opposite Tobacco Dock. There are old ships sitting in a dry dock so the view outside is pretty cool. We walked in and were immediately warmly welcomed and seated at our table. The people on the adjoining table were locals and mentioned how good the food was so that was very reassuring. We ordered from the starter menu the gamberoni e rucola (pan fried prawns, garlic chilli), cornetto di salmone (avocado and prawn mousse wrapped in smoked salmon) and burrata (with ham on a bed of rocket with a sweet glaze) All of which were exquisite. Mains consisted of a lobster linguine and a fettuccine al salmone. The lobster was unfortunately a tad over cooked but was bursting with flavour and the linguine and all its sauce was worth licking the plate for. The fettuccine my partner had was so rich and creamy I was in heaven with the taste I had. Desserts; just a tiramisu. It was so light and delicate but packed with flavour. Drinks consisted of a couple of rum swizzles and a mojito. If you like your tropical pineapple and coconut flavours then this is the one for you. I even took one to go. The mojito was very nice but just needed a tad more sugar for my palate. I also ordered an extra pizza to take away cos I had such a good time and loved the food so much. Portion sizes were very healthy, not American size but definitely substantial Service was brilliant. It got a bit busy halfway through our meal with lots of groups and families dining but we felt cared for and appreciated for our custom. Staff saw us out after we finished eating with smiles and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place.

Nous avons découvert cette petite pizzeria lors de notre voyage à Londres et nous avons été ravis Les pizzas sont toutes succulentes et l’accueil formidable . Les prix sont très abordables Le patron nous ont même donné des adresses d’autres restaurants excellents et pas chers Je recommande vivement

Amazing food way better than any chain pizza place, prices were reasonable and outdoor area is very nice. Would go again if in the area

Este restaurante es imprescindible si estás en Bethnal Green o el este de Londres. Realmente es una pequeña joya escondida que es tan diferente de la zona. A menudo comer aquí porque me encanta el ambiente en el interior. Desde el interior se siente como en Italia desde el interior y la familia un cordial servicio de atención al cliente. He leído comentarios sobre los precios caros pero como 25 años con poco ingresos me pareció que los precios en consonancia con los precios de Londres. 10 libras por un plato principal, que incluye las patatas y verduras a un lado y las porciones son muy generosas. Quizás es sólo yo ? Pero preferiría dar 10 libras para mantener un negocio de familia viva que £15 a un restaurante de cadena, que casi no necesita ayuda para sobrevivir. De todos modos, es romántico ya que a menudo comer aquí con mi novio y le gusta las opciones de carne en el menú. He comido la comida vegetariana y opciones de pescado y ambos eran extremadamente sabroso.

Excellent quality of food,generous portions,authentic Italian. Service was friendly and attentive and great atmosphere