Lizzie's Cucina - Italian Restaurant in Enfield

Hi, we dined here impromptu on a Sunday evening. This was our first experience at this restaurant. I can honestly say that this was a fantastic experience. The food was amazing and the service was awesome. The wine list was superb, and our selection with the help of our waiter was a perfect compliment to the meal. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. A little gem! We will most definitely be back, - thank you all. Gary & Verona

If you’re craving authentic Italian cuisine GO TO Lizzie’s Cucina for a fabulous culinary experience. The freshest food expertly prepared by Chef Carnevale and presented by seasoned wait staff to your table. Each main course is complemented by a select list of fine Italian wines that will truly enhance the dining experience. Franca, co-owner is Sicilian and is truly a wonderful host. Enjoy!

Wow! A great local restaurant with superb quality food, ambience and service. We really enjoyed the mixed seafood platter and the Seabass with fennel. Extensive wine choice and great recommendations. We’ll be back!

Very good and unexpected considering the unflashy front. This classy Italian gave us a great lunch in smart surroundings. The anti pasti and main courses were more than the average trattoria. Italian caviar had its own menu and was well explained by the chef. Fish, seafood and pasta dishes prevailed with some meat raging on offer too. High end Italian where you wouldn’t expect it.

We attended a Wedding on Saturday 24/08 (Lucy & Stephen’s) The food, ambience & hospitality was 5* The food was absolutely outstanding & lots of it!!!! The waiters were very attentive, filling glasses & clearing plates continually, given that there were more than 50 guests to attend to including children. Nothing was an issue even asking for extra Parmesan cheese & bread. We haven’t a bad word to say about this restaurant. Great experience!!! Have recommended to friends to visit…..we shall be returning!!! We highly recommend Lizzie’s Cucina. Thank you for a memorable day & evening.

My wife and I love our Italian food so we decide to try Lizzo’s Cucina after a recommendation by a friend. As the weather was sunny we opted to sit in the rear garden. We did like the atmosphere; it felt like we were on holiday in Italy! I was offered some homemade bread and truffle butter, which was really nice. The bread was delicious and the truffle butter complimented it nicely. My wife chose the mozzarella starter, which she really enjoyed, while I opted for the parma ham with melon. The ham was incredibly tasty. I really enjoyed it. For our main courses, my wife had the pasta, which she really enjoyed. I opted for the flambéed chicken with a side salad. I particularly liked how the waiter flambés the chicken on the plate in front of you! The chicken and salad was delicious To finish off our meal, my wife had the sorbet, which she found refreshing. I enjoyed the chocolate cake with ice cream, which was really tasty; a perfect ending to a fantastic meal. The service was impeccable, with attentive and friendly staff who made sure we had everything we needed. Lizzo’s Cucina is a true gem in Oakwood. Thank you Franca for making our dinner special!

A lovely little surprise of a restaurant! It is small and quaint from the front but go through to the back there is a very lovely garden terrace. The service was lovely even though being short handed last night. It was well measured between courses. The menu is Italian with some great unusual combinations of pasta dishes. Everything we had was delicious and sadly I had no space for dessert so will be going back soon so I can have some of that too. Also I recommend the Gavi they have a on the wine list- sooo good.

A real Italian restaurant in Oakwood, North London, food is delicious, the staff and the owners are unique lovely people, a real slow food, slow life good quality restaurant, I have bene going there, with friends, family or business always had a wonderful experience

I was recommended this place by a friend, after lamenting the ridiculous prices & difficulty in getting a reservations at renowned Italian restaurants like the River Cafe. Well I am happy to say this restaurant does not disappoint, yes, it is not in central London, or you may not get to sit next to a well known actor or celebrity, BUT I go to restaurants for the food, the wine and the ambiance, and this Italian (Sicilian chef) has it all. The food is divine, from the home made silky pastas, the fantastic seafood creations to the delicious and sinful desserts, and amazing and comprehensive wine list, this gives any London based Italian a run for its money. Special mention to Arian, at the front of house, a warm welcome, and a friendly smile is significantly better than some of the snooty service one receives elsewhere.

True italian food and very corteous service. Lots of food choices and a vast array of wines. What a surprise this place was! We will defo be back soon.

Substantially exceeded our expectations. The manager described that they receive fresh deliveries direct from Italy. That was obvious from the food which was extremely good. Everyone's plate left our table completely empty. The Chef came to see us and the other customers our tables. Very polite, friendly and attentive service.

Very good. Very Italian. Se vuoi mangiare italiano di qualità esci dal centro! Sono stato con alcuni amici. Mangiare italiano all'estero non è facile e spesso devi accettare compromessi. Invece... Ottimo fritto misto. Insalata di polipo straordinaria. Cacio e pepe come a Trastevere. Consigliatissimo. Lo chef è italiano e ha grande esperienza internazionale. Una garanzia.

When the marvellous M organises a meal out, you know it is going to be good. The aubergine parmigiana was so tasty and melted in the mouth; the Tagliatelle Bolognese contained a generous portion of meat, as well as a hugest portion of the best pasta that I have tasted for many years. Everything is freshly cooked to order and the chef informed me that the pasta is freshly made to his own recipe. The decor is delightful and the staff are truly a pleasure to be with. I will return again very soon and encourage everyone else to do the same.

We recently had a party for 20 at Lizzies Cucina. The menu planning was made easy by Carmelo’s calm professionalism and excellent advice. The evening was superb. Food outstanding. Service equally so. How lucky are we to have a restaurant of this calibre in the suburbs! Thank you to everyone.

Fantastic food and service. Highly recommend. Octopus starter was amazing. Best Italian food I’ve had since visiting Italy last summer.

The best restaurant ever, everyone was friendly, professionally and perfect. The food was superb, everything was cooked from scratch and everything was fresh. Recommended.

I wish i had discovered this restaurant sooner! With my parents living in the Cockfosters area we often eat out. And i can truly say that Lizzies is a cut above the rest. A magnificant and diverse menu, a superbly sourced wine list and a relaxed yet professional service. We visited on Tuesday for my Mum's 85th birthday and the whole experience was a delight. A little more expensive than the average restaurant in the area, but my word it's worth it. Planning to head back very soon. Thank you Lizzies!

This is truly an authentic Italian restaurant. I live in France near the Italian border and happened to find the restaurant on a recent trip to London. And what a great find. The welcome was warm, the restaurant was spotless, the service was terrific and the food . . . well, what can I say? It was absolutely top class. My three companions and I will be sure to return on our next trip to London. Thank you to the chef for enlightening us on the correct ingredients of authentic Sicilian minestrone.

The most amazing Mother’s Day meal at Lizzie’s Cucina today. Family of 4 adults and 2 kids (including two very fussy Italians! 🤌 😁) The food was so good, octopus was the best we’ve had. Generous portions, and friendly service. A real north London gem just a min walk from Oakwood underground station. Highly recommend. Big thanks to all of the team at Lizzies! We will definitely be back

Absolutely loved eating at this restaurant! The food was delicious and the staff were all very professional and very friendly. The Chef took the time to speak to all his customers which we thought was a lovely thing to do! The Tuscan pappardelle with wild boar was one of the best pasta dishes we’ve ever had!

Top quality Italian food, with fabulous service. The chef and staff really care about their food and service. There really is no need to go into the West End in search of authentic Italian cuisine when you have Lizzie’s Cucina. Decent local parking, only round the corner from Oakwood tube station. We will definitely be going again.

Fantastic Italian meal to celebrate Valentines 1 day late! Warm welcome with table set up for our occasion: hearts scattered on our table and red rose waiting! The food and service was impeccable and I would highly recommend this little restaurant. A real gem.

Took my wife and daughter for a lunch time Valentine's day treat. Really great flavoursome food, well worth the price. All was fresh and delicious. Extensive wine list, with a good few available by the glass, had a nice unfiltered Italian beer that I'd not seen before. I had the frito misto starter - lovely and fresh, and a Black Tagliolini with Crab Meatin a Shellfish Sauce,Cherry Tomatoes &Chilli for my main, again really well cooked and expertly flavoured. There were a few vegetarian starters and mains, my partner had a really good vegetarian minestrone soup and her pasta dish, Rigatoni Norma with Aubergines and Salted Ricotta Cheese, was also excellent. My daughter shared my starter and had Spaghetti with Anchovies, Butter Sauce, Lemon Crumble & Italian Caviar for her main which she hoovered up like there was no tomorrow! Easily the nicest food in Southgate/Oakwood, will be coming back; just sad we took so long to try this place out!

Had dinner on Friday night and can only praise the place; the food was amazing, the service was spectacular and the atmosphere great. Will definitely come back and recommend to people!

5/5 …what can I say but wow wow wow!! Amazing food , amazing service and amazing owners ! The staff here are delightful and made us feel like we were in their home. They could not have been more accommodating and attentive throughout our meal. This charming little restaurant dished up a mouthwatering meal and made us feel like special guests in the process! This place may be small but it is certainly mighty! I would definitely recommend to all my friends! We will be coming back soon!!!

Disappointed by food which lacked flavour and distinction, very mediocre fare. Certain dishes were far from generous. Also tables were far too close together.

This is a gem of an Italian - not your traditional pizza and pasta, but true top class Italian food, with an emphasis on seafood. The menu is not extensive so the chef can produce mouth watering delights. All in our mixed aged party of 10 were worried when we walked in - it was quiet and the menu not usual Italy. But they were won over by the food and wine (great Montepulciano). A small point for us was the insistence on a pre dinner drink when we hadn't even seen the menu.

Fabulous restaurant in Oakwood. A real gem in our suburb. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. The chef works in an open kitchen and discusses the meal you have ordered and will make changes to suit your taste. Will definitely return.

I recently went with my family and friends. Oh my goodness I cannot believe we’ve not been to this gem sooner. Stunning restaurant, unbelievable food and a team who honestly couldn’t do more for you or to make sure you are looked after beyond expectations. I already can’t wait to come back.. wonderful experience all round Xx

This is a gem hidden in North London,very deceiving from the outside but large and cozy once you are inside....none of the modern glass and wood of the shelf finish but traditional homely decor....the food is prepared with care and love and each item ordered tasted perfect....the wine recommended complemented the food perfectly and and each course came with an explanation of the ingredients in each dish...the Chef Carmelo is always there to have a conversation and this shows how much personal care is taken in selecting the ingredients and preparing the meals...

🌟 Had an amazing Lunching experience at Lizzie’s Cucina last day! The service from Chef Carmelo and his team was exceptional - attentive, warm, and welcoming. Every dish was a delight to the senses, perfectly prepared and bursting with flavor. The drinks complemented the meal beautifully, enhancing the overall experience. The ambiance of the place just adds to the charm. Highly recommend this gem to everyone. 100% worth a visit! 🍴✨ #DeliciousDining #DeliciousLunch #LizziesCucina

Absolutely superb . The food is probably the best Italian in London and the service attentive but relaxed, I took my family for a special birthday and it could not have been more enjoyable

Amazing authentic restaurant, friendly staff. Nothing is too much to ask! Loved the risotto!!! Thank you for going out of your way to combine two dishes.

Celebrated my sisters 50th here with a family meal. We were in a separate room which we were allowed to decorate. The food was excellent, staff very attentive and friendly. Will definitely visit again

Another fantastic meal at Lizzie’s. Food is always superb (the lobster ravioli was to die for and that sauce, mm-mm-mm), service great and atmosphere great. It is the best restaurant in Enfield.

This restaurant is a bit tucked away but the food is amazing! The staff were very friendly and brought us lots of nibbles that the chef had made to go with our meal. Excellent value and delicious. I will definitely be going back. It could...

This was our first time but it won’t be the last! My wife and I wanted somewhere local to celebrate her birthday and we’d seen a good review in our local paper so thought we’d try it. It was quiet as expected for a midweek...

A really great evening. Food was excellent, service fantastic and the ambiance is absolutely great. A really great place for any occasion. Thankyou for a lovely evening, will definitely be back.

Possibly the best restaurant food I've ever had – and I'm in my 50s. I always thought the place was a cafe from the unassuming front on the street and the decor inside slightly worried me – a bit mad. Piggy banks, heads, plates, It...

Chef Carmelo’s food was amazing and the hospitality from Franca at front of house too. Cannot fault it. Fresh, delicious food and a lovely warm atmosphere. Highly recommend!

A stunning find! We live locally and never knew this restaurant was here! The food is amazing, I would highly recommend! I will definitely be going back 😋😋

Food was perfect and fresh everyone enjoyed their starters, mains and desserts. Service was excellent too very nice vibe and authentic Italian cuisine. Would definitely recommend one of the best Italians I’ve been to!

This is a great restaurant. Was not our first choice originally but it will be in the future. The ambience is that of local family run restaurant but the food is of a very high standard. We spoke with the Chef afterwards, he is obviously...

The best Italian food ever! I’ve visited many Italian restaurants across the globe, including in Italy, and this restaurant tops them all. Although located in Oakwood, which is located in the north part of London, the trip is well worth it. I’ve seen some reviews...

Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable and keen to provide a top service. The menu was interesting. We were a party of 4 and were all delighted with dishes.

We always have an amazing meal here at Lizzie’s. The decor is beautiful! Love the fact that you can see the open kitchen. Food is Traditional Italian with a clever twist. 5 * service. Always look forward to coming back. Thank you!

Friendly atmosphere, fantastic food. Great service. This is the second time we’ve been here and it doesn’t fail to disappoint. Highly recommended.

Why haven’t I been here before? It’s only 5 minutes up the road from my home! So impressed with the warm, personal service and delicious food. Not the cheapest but very worth it. Will definitely return with friends next time. Super experience.

This was our third trip to Lizzie's Cucina, and every time the food and wine have been excellent. I had the burrata starter which was very fresh and flavourful. For the main course I had the grilled scampi, again delicious. My partner didn't want to...

All perfectly cooked and looked as amazing as it tasted. Definitely coming back and looking forward to our next visit. Thanks very much

Been meaning to try for a while and went last night with friends. The menu is 'right sized' with just a few dishes per course to allow enough attention to get each one perfect. And they succeed. The pre-dinner nibbles arrived early to stave off...

My first time visiting Lizzie's cucina and it was fantastic. The food was brilliant and tasty. Service was excellent and friendly. Will definitely be going again

Our friends have raved about this restaurant for such a long time we felt we must make the 3 hour trip from The Cotswolds to try. They were not wrong, simply the finest Italian food we have ever eaten. The welcome we received was friendly...

My family and I went to Lizzie's for my husband's 50th birthday and what a great discovery we made.... The place is cosy and yet well presented decor wise. Service was impeccable - thank you Ariel and team - as for the food....what can I...

First time my husband and I went to Lizzie's cucina and it was fantastic. The food was brilliant, tasty and authentic, service was excellent and friendly. Will definitely be going again

I am vegan and the chef joined our table and discussed options for my starter and main course. Completely bespoke and amazingly tasty.

Perfect menu. Not full of modernistic rubbish but real quality Italian food. We were a party of seven celebrating a family birthday. All chose different dishes. All were perfect. Chef Rocco is 78 and did us proud. Great place .

A little Jewel. situated amongst an indifferent shopping parade is a little jewel.If you enter you will find an outstanding Italian Restaurant. It is as good as anything I have visited in Central London.Grilled octopus followed by fresh spaghetti with fresh Amalfi lemons, topped with...

Wonderful food and wine this evening . You couldn’t get better Italian food anywhere . Fabulous service to match the great menu. What a gem of a restaurant .

Took the wife for her birthday. Really great food on each course. Very friendly staff. Definitely going again.

Outstanding food , well cooked and presented .Lovely friendly staff. We all enjoyed our meals and the dessert was a delight

This restaurant was recommended to us by a friend and we were not disappointed. My wife is Italian and can cook restaurant-like Italian dishes so we do not go to Italian restaurants often as we very often get disappointed. We can genuinely say, this is...

The main drag in Cockfosters is awash with high end eateries and the competition is fierce. However, just a left turn away in Oakwood you'll find the most amazing food in an unexpected location - a cute suburban semi re-imagined as a boutique restaurant. Took...

Lizzie’s Cucina is our go-to place and became more than just a restaurant for us -it’s more like an extension of home. Apart from consistently blowing our minds with excellent food, they give us warm hugs and good laugh:) When we decided to get married...

Wow! This restaurant is a true gem tucked away in Oakwood! We just visited this place on the off chance and we can say we will be back very soon! The food was outstanding, the service was excellent and accommodating. I had clam pasta and...

The ambience in this restaurant was perfect from the start, the staff were very accommodating and welcoming. There was so many different flavoured wines to choose from I was spoilt for choice. And as for the food , the presentation, the flavours and the taste...

Absolutely beautiful Service/ food. Amazing. . This restaurant speaks for it self. Love Carmelo's food. I'd have him as my personal chef any day. 10 stars from me

Well what can i say? A rare Gem in North London, 2 seconds from Oakwood station. Amazing food and great atmosphere. Authentic Italian food, not your boring generic menu, completely fresh and regional Italian food with fresh ingredients shipped in from ITALY....... I have to...

We went as a walk in and we’re very impressed with everything! Food was excellent and good portions. Unfortunately this meant we didn’t make it to dessert but will make sure we do next time! Reasonably priced with a fantastic atmosphere. The staff were super...

Wow and Wow... The food - amazing, the service - amazing. A little piece of Sicily on our door step. Already planning our next visits....

Amazing dinner and service.. Every part of our meal was spot on. We already can’t wait to come back!

A warm welcome, great service and excellent food. Our first visit and now kicking ourself for not going sooner. Stand out dish was the seafood pasta which was arguably the best I have had. A wide selection of wines and friendly atmosphere. We will definitely...

Been to this restaurant 3 times and always tasty and fresh food and great services. I highly recommend

Went because such good reviews and it certainly lived up to them . Expensive but the quality of the food justified the price.

Easily the best restaurant for a lovely late lunch/ early dinner. No better way to spend a Sunday..

If you are after excellent authentic Italian food then this is the place for you. This was our first visit to Lizzies Cucina. For our starters we went with the recommendations of Chef Carmelo, grilled octopus, calamari, crab salad, burata and various vegetable dishes. All...

Had a fantastic lunch at this restaurant in Oakwood. Each of three course was really delicious and the service was perfect.

Staff were very attentive and friendly, the best service I’ve seen for a long time, fantastic atmosphere, food was out of this world. We would definitely visit again!

Great food and great service. Big thank you to Maria & Page for your wonderful service. We have finally found a local restaurant that we can visit regularly

Stunning! Simply stunning! A real treat authentic food perfectly cooked. You have to come here it’s just beautiful.

Beautiful authentic delicious food made and served with love. Carmelo, Franca and the team ensure the best experience every time.

We have just had the most delicious dinner.Real family Italian cuisine.I had the linguine with crab and our friends had the sea bass.We will go back soon.

Excellent food very friendly staff and good price.Location very comfortable and italian food genuine and fresh. Carmelo is a fantastic person

What a gem of a restaurant. I came with my family of four, the food was fantastic, I recommend the seafood. The carpaccio of sea bass was fenomenal. My wife had the rib eye which was cooked to perfection. A thing to note is the...

Beautiful hidden Gem. Staff were more than attentive and the tiramasu with the extra Amerretto was divine. Lovely ambience and wonderful staff. Will 100 percent be back again.

Fantastic food. Wonderful staff. You won't be disappointed. The food is so fresh and perfectly cooked. Where else in London would you get such fresh food?

What a germ!!! Ex "Novikov's" chef have opened his own restaurant. It's was a bit of journey for us, but we got spoiled with finest foor at the good prices. Would be definitely returning for another amazing meal. And service- you couldn't wish for more....

We’ve been to Lizzie’s Cucina several times and every time the food gets better. Good wine list, great margaritas, and even better food. Last night we shared the chefs special which is always based on what’s in season. This time it was white asparagus &...

Took my husband here for a birthday lunch yesterday and it was delicious! The complimentary truffle ricotta with bread was really tasty and the slow cooked lamb ragu pasta was divine!! The chef is Italian and we felt as though we were eating in his...

Have visited several times, the last visit for my wife’s birthday. Food is fresh and delicious with decent portion sizes. Everything ordered was tasty and of the highest quality. Wine menu is extensive and the cocktails were well made, the Margaritas were spot on! Service...

First time at this excellent Restaurant. We went for a family celebration for my husband's 70th Birthday. The food was scrumptious and we all enjoyed it so much. The best Italian restaurant I have been to. Also the service was excellent plus the atmosphere. Would...

What a lovely little gem of a place , delicious traditional sicilian food and hospitality,good atmosphere, with sicilian music in the background and friendly staff, we recommend this restuarant to family and friends , and will return soon to try out their amazing cocktails,compliments to...

Fabulous service and lovely food. Needed a restaurant in this area to meet up with family coming from different locations. The staff were really friendly and the food was delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely go back.

Yes lovely cosy friendly environment great service and the overwhelming soundtrack is wow this is so tasty. Fresh tasty beautiful food. I’ll be back often. Xx

We booked here for a family lunch as we all travelled from round the country for a family funeral The restaurant was excellent, the staff were extremely welcoming and friendly and the Italian food delicious . We had the set menu which was freshly cooked...

Excellent restaurant for an authentic Italian meal. Lovely menu and great service, highly recommend

We had a large family celebration this Easter weekend and Carmelo and the team at Lizzie’s Cucina provided the catering. We can’t sing their praises highly enough. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Everyone commented on how wonderful and plentiful the Italian buffet was....

Eating at Lizzie's Cucina is a special experience. The service here is warm and attentive, the cocktails are little works of art, and the food is uniquely delicious. We have felt very well looked after all three times we have eaten here and now consider...

An absolute amazing and authentic Italian food! I had white asparagus with sauce as a starter, which was absolutely divine and unique! Cod as main was delicious and so special yet simple and beautifully plated! The service was extremely attentive, cartious and friendly! If you...

Excellent restaurant. Not cheap, but you get what you pay. Delicious high quality food, excellent service and fantastic cocktails. I have been three times and have booked to go again, we have always been very happy. Make sure the mixologist (I think his name is...