Marcus Kitchen & Bar in Enfield

I recently moved to Enfield Town and discovered Marcus Kitchen, today was my second time eating there. As an Italian, I don't have the tendency to eat at Italian restaurants, generally because I love cooking my Italian food, but surprisingly I can say that my experience was amazing on both occasions I have been to Marcus, Tomato sauce was super fresh, frittura mista was done “Al punto giusto”, we shared some seafood Fregula and some cuttlefish ink pasta, both of them were done traditionally, so much freshness and taste in every single bite. They have a nice Italian wine selection, and also I loved their desserts, especially Pear and Ricotta cake. Another important aspect is also the caring staff, Mr Andrea and the Sardinians waiters and all of them were very welcoming with us, the owner/chef looks very passionate in his cooking and the open kitchen look very clean and professional,(this is a very important thing for me). Will recommend this place to all the people like to enjoy tasteful food and wish to have a warming Italian “dolce vita” vibe for your eat-out experience.

We were visiting friends all the way from New Zealand. Found this place and despite the fact they were fully booked squeezed us in and so glad they did. Super friendly staff, great atmosphere and by far the best meals we had on our holiday. Will definitely visit again next trip!

The best restaurant in Enfield...... 11 out of 10 everytime!

Authentic Italian cuisine, Marcus is a lovely chap, always recommending great stuff.

Very enjoyable birthday lunch. Loved the fresh pasta, and the cheesecake.

Nice service Food was very salty & a little pricey. The restaurant itself is small & intimate Overall not bad

A fantastic spot for seafood lovers! The frittura was crispy and light, the pescatora risotto rich and flavorful, and the grilled octopus perfectly tender. The zuppa di pesce was a comforting, aromatic delight. For dessert, the ricotta e pera was creamy and delicate, while the rum baba was soaked to perfection. Great food, warm ambiance, and excellent service—an absolute must-visit! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The best place you will never regret to be

Lovely pasta dishes, friendly staff.

Great food, very friendly staff and warm, relaxed atmosphere

A miracle in Enfield, all said superlatives are correct. Worth thr stop if you're in Enfield. We had the seafood linguine, a glass of delicious white (Sicilian, Gibele), and shared tarta de Nona. Loved the character of the place, the service was friendly and a shot of limoncello with the fairly priced bill

Was lovely My friend and I went out for lunch, and we had an amazing time. The food was 10/10, and the service and comfort they provided made us feel at home.

Very nice and lovely Italy restaurant. Highly recommend.

BEST BEST BEST ITALIAN FOOD I EVER HAD CARBONARA IS AMAZING THE BEST CARBONARA I HAD IN MY LIFE

Lovely atmosphere, yummy food & great service! Did not try any of the seafood options due to my partner’s preference. Veggie options are good!!

What a great hidden gem in Enfield Town. It was my 2nd visit within few weeks. It’s a family run business. Food was delicious. Service was excellent. Worm welcomed by member of staff. Pasta was delicious. Cake we had was special of the day- fig & walnut…. So yummy. I always take photo of food I eat but this time I was so excited to eat and completely forgot 😔🙏

Andrea, Andrea, such amazing attention to detail. I told Andrea it was my sister’s birthday and Andrea was outstanding in ensuring immaculate service, food and wine tasting / choice to the table when we needed help with choosing the best bottle for the table. Thank you so much for a great evening 👌

Thanks for another great meal - delicious

Marcus & Davide are the perfect hosts and have the most authentic Italian restaurant in north london. The ingredients are all so fresh & the presentation from Marcus & his team is 1st class. The ambience & cozy atmosphere is beautiful. Davide is a fantastic front of house manager & cannot do enough for his customers. We will be back again and again! You will not find another Italian restaurant like it locally or in the west end.

Lovely Italian in the heart of Enfield.... just a bot tacked in... friendly, efficient and tasty.. worth a visit

Beautiful food, lovely service! Amazing menu with gorgeous fish and really special and unique dishes. Friendly, helpful staff and a lovely atmosphere.

Thank you to the team at Marcus today. Amazing food, excellent service. We thoroughly enjoyed our team Christmas lunch. Highly recommend a visit!

Cozy little place, which transports you into Italy. The chef's attention to detail shows in the presentation and the wonderful and delicious flavours. We had 3 courses each and loved every single one. Staff were very friendly and helpful too.

Great steak, pasta and atmosphere

Fabulous gem in the heart of the town. Amazing food and the service is 🙌 we were so well looked after by the charming Davide. I’ve been many times now and never been disappointed.

A hidden gem in Enfield Town! This Italian restaurant offers not only exquisite food but also exceptional service. The staff were very friendly and attentive, and one of the waiters looked like a young Al Pacino! The dishes were absolutely delicious, full of authentic flavors, and beautifully presented. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience! X

Food was exceptional, service was great...lovely restaurant, would recommend booking if wishing to go as quite busy even when we attended for a late lunch!

Honestly some of the best food we have have ever eaten! I couldn't recommend this more. Beautiful restaurant, amazing atmosphere. All staff were super friendly and helpful. The mussels were the best I've ever had. I had the baby octopus pasta which was amazing 👏 my partner had steak which was cooked to perfection. HIGHLY RECOMMEND 💙

Excellent restaurant in the centre of Enfield Town

An absolute gem. Delicious food ( you will not find a better seafood risotto) lovely staff and a great atmosphere. Just an absolute gem.

Amazing Italian food! Delicious pasta and homemade desserts at reasonable prices and good portion sizes! The place is small but cosy and the service is very friendly and accommodating. Probably one of the best italian restaurants in London.

Celebrating my 60th birthday with cousins on a busy Saturday lunchtime. As always Marcus did not disappoint, the food, service and ambience was amazing. The best of Italy on our doorstep, we are so lucky. Absolutely no complaints, each time we come here we have the best time.

We were recommended to this restaurant by good friends. We found it to be as described, friendly, welcoming , and excellent service with extremely flavoursome and enjoyable food. Will definitely return.

From start to finish the staff were very attentive and accommodating. The food was of a very high quality and absolutely delicious. Great place for a birthday meal, highly recommended.

Lovely birthday lunch. Food excellent, service generous and with a smile. Will be back!

WOW! What a disappointing experience this was. We read about this place in the newspapers and were looking forward to try it out. The portion sizes were absolutely insulting and disrespectful. That little amount of food for that price is straight disrespect and stingyness towards the costumers. I swar there was 40 grams of pasta in my dish, and it costed me £20. Absolutely shocking. The funny thing is, after paying £64, for two SECONDIS (which means main dishes) and two beers, we were not nearly full at all. It felt like we had an appetizer, for the price of a full meal each. Absolutely shocking. We literally had to go to the kebab shop on the corner to get full, because the amount of food we received at Marcus Kitchen & bar was straight up disrespectful. They did not even have beer on tap, just beer bottles for a very high price. I would not recommend this place to anybody, if your goal is to feel satisfied and full. Very dissatisfied and we are for sure never coming back, and we are not recommending this place to anyone else. Stay away.

Really nice place with friendly and helpful staff

First time eating here after seeing and hearing good things- can verify it did not disappoint!!! Coming back again in 2 weeks already booked in!

I am a foodie. It’s not very often that I get my expectations raised when going for a meal in Enfield. However someone told me that this place has won awards for being the best Italian restaurant in London. I scoffed, being that this place was in the middle of Enfield town. I thought I’d give it a go as there would be nothing to lose. All I can say is I was absolutely amazed. The food and wine was among the best I’ve had out of any place in central London, Enfield, or surrounding. Absolutely top class non- pretentious sea food menu and wine list. I was blown away by how good the food and wine is. And to top it off, this food is available for lunch and dinner in Enfield Town. Well done Marcus, you’ve made be believe in Enfield once again. I now go to Marcus for lunch and dinner multiple times a week. The dry Puglia white wine with the baby octopus stew is worthy of a Michelin star dining experience, but at a fraction of London prices. If you’re looking for fantastic food and wine, in a non- pretentious environment- please check this place out. It’s amazing. Marcus- I commend you 🙏

Hannah was brilliant! Highly recommend. Coming back soon!

Lovely evening. Food top notch as always, as was the welcome and service. Best place to eat in Enfield. If you've not visited, make sure you do!

Everything was so good. Food, cocktails, service. We had a great evening. Tutto meraviglioso. Ben fatto!

Today I took my family out for dinner at Marcus’ and I have nothing but pleasantries to say. It has quickly become one of, if not my favourite restaurants in London out of all I’ve been to (and I love dining out). The quality of food was spectacular. The four of us each got a different starter, main and dessert and a side salad too. It is often the case that one of us doesn’t like at least one of the meals we get in some form, but that didn’t happen here. Instead, we all encouraged each others to try our choice because each and every meal was delicious and worth sharing. I am a big seafood lover but don’t actually like fish. When I tried my partners and my father’s fish I thought they were delicious too! Something I’ve never experienced. All of the meals, the hospitality and the staff, plus the general decor and atmosphere of the restaurant gave a real authentic Italian feel which have left my entire family planning a trip to Italy. Wonderful service despite the restaurant being packed full. My favourite (I think, it’s hard to pick) was the seafood soup starter - again, something I would not usually go for but was beyond pleasantly surprised. My only regret was not getting pictures good enough to demonstrate the quality here. Thanks for a great night out and we will definitely be coming again 😊

Just spent our 15th wedding anniversary here today, in July we dined on my 50th and a year ago it was our anniversary meal. Absolutely love this restaurant. Small, intimate and friendly. Food prepared a few metres away. Great meal and a brilliant experience. It's our go to for special occasions.

Our meal was fantastic. The service and ambiance equaled the excellence of the food. Highly recommend. This was a sweet surprise in our walkabout Enfield. Run don’t walk there for a meal.

Went there with 2 other friends. The Italian gentlemen who was front of house (also a co owner) is fantastic. He’s helpful funny and is the life and soul of the restaurant Food is very very good. Proper ingredients. Fresh fish and tastes amazing. Thank you

We decided to try Marcus’ for our anniversary dinner and what an amazing, warm, family friendly restaurant it was. We were welcomed with a big smile at the door by Omar who looked after us throughout the evening, very attentive and even recommended some of the dishes that were absolutely delicious. Thank you Omar and the team, we thoroughly enjoyed it. We will definitely be back.

Amazing, authentic southern Italian food, warm atmosphere and friendly staff

Staff super friendly. Lovely decor. Felt like we were actually in Italy! Food tasty & flavoursome. I had the Risotto Radicchio & gorgonzola which was lovely.

I'd give 6 stars if I could..... THE best customer service and beautiful food. A great eatery.

We had a starter which was a so called 'hard bread soaked in water with a cherry tomato salad '. , well , the bread was something you would throw to a hungry stray dog , and it was piled with cherry tomatoes cut in half with some herbs . Say 'old wet stale bread with tomatoes' . What on earth were they thinking of ?Soggy disgusting old bread with some cherry tomatoes thrown on top ???????? The main course we chose fried sword fish with capers olives and tomato sauce. The sward fish was chewy and the whole plate was swiming in what I know to be tinned tomato sauce. It was awful . I've seen the ratings for this restaurant and I can only say that the English still know nothing about food and will eat anything . The worst italian food I've ever had in the UK. The Day before we had an Italian meal in London and it was 40% cheaper and 100 times better . This place is expensive for the rubbish we were served .

We were here at just after noon on a Saturday so it was not too busy (it does get very busy in the evening). They have a nice exterior seating area but we opted to sit inside. There was 2 of us and we had 3 courses, a beer, a bottle of wine (at £56 the second most expensive on the menu), water and a double whisky (£8.90) for £180 (including a 12.5% service charge). The food was great as was the service. For starter I had the Bruschetta Mare (£16) a seafood dish that was tasty and plentiful. My main was the Pollo Cacciatora (£16), a delicious chicken dish in a lovely tomato based sauce. For dessert I had the baba (£7), a pastry soaked in rum with whipped cream. In my opinion by far the best restaurant in Enfield and surrounding areas. Highly recommend it but suggest you book for evenings.

Fabulous spot! The staff are warm and welcoming (if you're lucky they'll even offer you some of their homemade limoncello). Delicious, simple, proper Italian food. Highly recommend the seafood pasta! Recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment, can sometimes be tricky to get a table.

Wow! Little gem, with the tastiest Italian food in north London and great service and atmosphere. Definitely worth the visit. Lobster pasta was just amazing♥️

This was my first time at Markus restaurant and bar but it definitely won’t be my last. The food is delicious and the staff where really Friendly and helpful. Nice atmosphere and clean. Looking forward to my next visit 👌🏼

Hidden Italian eatery in Enfield Town. Absolutely gorgeously decorated, reminds me of trips to Naplea Marcus's Kitchen has a varied with options to suit all palates. Excellent wine list. Definitely a good place for date night or a special celebration.

Everything is fresh and tasted so amazing. Staff are extremely polite, helpful and there is such a huge selection of menu items to try. Too many items to name as have visited multiple times but the ink risotto and pasta is incredible. Flavours are authetic and probably some of the best quality Italian food I have eaten in the UK let alone enfield. Place is award worthy. Decor is romantic

a real authentic italiano food 👌

Probably the best Italian restaurant I have ever been! The service is amazing, the food is delicious and the atmosphere was great, I can’t wait to go back. Thank you Andrea for recommending the starter and the main, both were delicious. I’m Italian and I felt like I was at home 😊 keep the work up guys you are all doing an amazing job

I recently dined at *Marcus Kitchen*, and it was an absolute delight! The ambiance was cozy, with a warm, inviting atmosphere that made me feel right at home. The highlight of my meal was the *Norma*, Casarecce pasta with homemade tomato sauce, aubergine, and ricotta salata cheese. The dish was perfection— the pasta cooked al dente, the sauce bursting with rich, fresh flavors, and the aubergine adding a lovely texture, all topped with the most delicious ricotta salata. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, going out of their way to ensure everything was just right. Their recommendations were spot on, and they made the entire experience even more enjoyable. I can't recommend *Marcus Kitchen* enough— if you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine with impeccable service, this is the place to go!

Small but very busy restaurant, the chef knows what he is doing, tasty foods and great service.

One of the best Italian restaurants in London . Amazing food and the best service.

Top class service and food as always.

Cozy, welcoming with truly delicious food and friendly, warm service. Like having dinner in a friend’s house.

Wow. Such a really good experience: food was great (spigola all'acqua pazza was my favourite) , service was super friendly,efficient and helpful. I'm not surprised if they have so many positive reviews. Highly recommended. Bravi

What a great Italian family restaurant. The biggest attribute is the service with a smile, all the gentlemen who run the restaurant have great personality and make you feel like you are in their home, always talking to each table, cracking jokes and making it great. The food is good portions that are tasty and worth the money. Nice for dinner party's as it small but exclusive. Great restaurant and eat there all the time... great job

I attended Marcus’ at 1pm and the restaurant was empty. However, it took half an hour until the waiter came to serve us. I ordered Octopus, unfortunately it was over cooked and I was unable to eat it, as it was like rubber. My next course was a pasta dish, with small pieces of Octopus and was smothered with Chilli, making it too hot for me to consume, the waiter did not mention this to me when I ordered it. I complained to the waiter that it was far too hot and his defensive reply was that it says on the menu that it is spicy. I was not aware of this and it is up to the owner who was serving me as the waiter to point it out to me, especially as the restaurant was empty. When I complained, I overheard Davide saying in Italian to my guest ‘there is no pleasing this woman’ , not realising that I am Italian myself. I was offered an alteration (pasta with aubergines) the sauce was so thick I was unable to eat it. This is the worse meal I have ever eaten, and I will definitely not come back again, due to the disrespectful comment and awful food.

Beautiful authentic Italian food and warm & friendly service. We popped in for a quick plate of pasta & glass of wine (all delicious) and left feeling like we'd been on holiday. Bravo 👏

Beautiful cozy authentic Italian restaurant in Enfield. Service, food and service were amazing. Highly recommended 🤩

The food was excellent as usual. The staff were welcoming and attentive. We shared Sea Bass between 3 of us which was beautifully cooked with roast potatoes and capers. Followed by delicious Sicilian Cannoli, espresso coffee and complimentary Limoncellos. A great time was had by all, despite the football result

The food was excellent as usual. The staff were welcoming and attentive. We shared Sea Bass between 3 of us which was beautifully cooked with roast potatoes and capers. Followed by delicious Sicilian Cannoli, espresso coffee and complimentary Limoncellos. A great time was had by all, despite the football result

Amazing restaurant service and food! It’s a good find in an unassuming part of Enfield. Our new favourite.🤩

Superb!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ AUTHENTIC 🤌🏽 Incredible food, friendly service. Lovely atmosphere ☺️

Visited today with some friends, one of whom is local and recommended the place. He wasn’t wrong! The food is absolutely wonderful (seafood especially) and the service was so friendly and attentive… can definitely say I’ll be back.

One of my favourite restaurants in the country. Authentic and delicious Sicilian food, fantastic friendly staff, very reasonable prices. Beautiful venue. I come here again and again.

Marcus is a fantastic place. The food is an incredible experience and the staff is “just like home”. Amazing!

OT-TI-MO! Everything about the food was perfect, really delicious, the wine was nice, the staff very attentive and efficient. Lovely experience all round. I would heartily recommend this restaurant for any seafood lovers.

My daughter took me to this restaurant for mu birthday and it dis not disappoint. It is a family run restaurant. The food was amazing and the staff, especially Andrea, was polite and helpful. Can’t wait to go again and try other food on the menu

An incredible meal with wonderful staff and a lovely atmosphere. Authentic Italian food served with real Italian flair. Our table felt really welcome from the second we arrived and the food was delicious. I had the burrata with parma ham and the carbonara, would recommend both. Will definitely be back!

We had a lovely time here. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and they were so accommodating and the food was all delicious. We are already planning our next meal back there!

Good food and good service, little expensive.

Absolutely magnificent. Incredible food. We will return!

Great local, if you live in or around Enfield Town, Italian restaurant. Why anyone would go to Prezzo when this is just down the street and pieces are comparable is beyond me. I guess they just don't know it's there. The food is great. I had gnocchi which was beautiful. My partner had linguine with cuttlefish in a cuttlefish ink sauce. It's black, looks different than what people would go for, but the taste is amazing!!

Marcus Kitchen & Bar us fantastic Italian restaurant in Enfield that provides an exceptional dining experience. Here are some key points that stand out from the reviews: - The food is sensational and authentic, with delicious Neapolitan and Southern Italian dishes made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The seafood and pasta preparations are particularly praised. - The service is excellent, with attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable staff who make great recommendations. They create a welcoming atmosphere. - The ambiance is cozy and pleasant, with a recent refit enhancing the dining space.The outdoor patio is a lovely spot for meals during warmer months. - The restaurant continually strives to improve and refine its offerings, aiming to provide an outstanding culinary experience - Complementary homemade limoncello is a nice touch that rounds off the meal perfectly It's clear that Marcus Kitchen & Bar is a gem in Enfield, delivering delectable Italian fare, warm hospitality, and a commitment to excellence that keeps patrons coming back.

If you’re Italian it is home from home

Genuinely if I could give this place more stars I would!!! Attended without reservation for a late afternoon lunch. I ordered the Burrata and arrabbiata…. I can’t put into words how amazing the food was. Simply amazing and thank god I’m local so I can revisit.

Great experience, a little Italian gem in the middle of Enfield!

I love everything about this restaurant. It’s so unexpected to find such a top quality restaurant in the middle of a shopping centre. The food is authentic, the staff are so friendly- it is by far the best restaurant in Enfield and further afield. I’ve lived here over 50 years ! Please go and support this amazing restaurant!

Amazing. Second time but this time with family. Highly recommend. Staff are very helpful in suggestions for meals.

Hidden gem - authentic southern Italian dishes with top-quality ingredients. Friendly staff and rustic setting. Had the pork chop which was delightful

It is a true Italian restaurant hidden in Enfield. The food, the staff and the owner was lovely. I can not recommend this place enough, it is a must see.

Great food, great staff, great atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Absolutely fantastic evening. The only thing missing was a gentle breeze and I could have been sitting on the Amalfi coast al fresco. The food was beautiful, the wine devine and waiters were so friendly and welcoming. I will definitely be back soon.

Beautiful Food. The service was excellent from all staff. We walked in on off chance and they just managed to squeeze us in so polite and very friendly staff. The menu is excellent lots to choose from. The kitchen is an open kitchen so you see your food being prepared and also the smells of food are out of this world.

Amazing experience as always, delicious food and service. This time I celebrated my 40th anniversary on a busy Saturday night, tried the seafood pasta and I was speechless, my wife had the wild boar stew and she was so so happy too. So glad to have you on our doorstep in Enfield. See you soon Thanks

I finally had a chance to try Marcus after so many recommendations from friends and they were more than right! I will spread my voice too, highly recommended if you like Italian food and fish!

The food, service and atmosphere were impeccable. Possibly the best Italian I've been to in a very long time. Loved the pretty tablecloths. It is an authentic Italian restaurant. A real gem.

The food was amazing. Execlent portion

Once again another wonderful evening in Markus. Fabulous food, great wine and excellent service 😊

Best hosts and food in North London. but of course they are italian 😜