Riccardo's Restaurant in Kensington and Chelsea

Wonderful restaurant with a diverse menu. You are really spoilt for choice and I highly recommend this haunt The wine was good too and the servers friendly and professional. I will definitely return.

Fabulous Tuscan style vongole with tiramisu to follow Clams were plump, linguine was al dente and just the right amount of chilli but then what do you expect with 30 years of business

I have come to Riccardos many many times on each and every visit from Loges Angeles to London. The restaurant never fails to impress me. The food is delicious, people are wonderful, the atmosphere is perfect. I first learned about this restaurant while reading the financial times as a placed for interviewing clients. Business, family, solo~~ I love going to Riccardo’s. Don’t forget to leave your business card. Over the years I have one two bottles of wine!!!

We only found this restaurant because the whole of West London was snarled up and we found parking virtually round the corner. I am glad we did as the food was was great. We started with Melanzana Parmigiana which was light and delicious. We both then had Calves Liver grilled on a bed of Spinach with panceta on top. The flavour of the calves liver reminded us of how it was cooked in Langans Brasserie under Richard Shepherd. We were really delighted with our new Discovery.

Brilliant food - service from Lucy was great. Homemade pasta, pizza and ragout all delicious. Felt like we were in Italy

Excellent place with delicious fresh food, which has been a true staple of the area for many years.

This is hidden gem in Chelsea, unpretentious authentic Italian. Must try the truffle tagliolini. I also liked the non sweet almond chocolate cake.

Riccardos is always amazing, the staff and food are both perfection!!! Such a welcoming and cozy place

As always a lovely meal with amazing service! Always a treat to return here whenever fancying a good Italian meal.

I love this restaurant. I’ve been coming here for years and the food is amazing. It is not only authentic Tuscan cuisine, but healthy as well. The kitchen use only extra-virgin olive oil for cooking. There are gluten-free options, vegan options, and the team are always welcoming and friendly and do everything they can to accommodate us. This is our first choice any time we go out to eat. Thank you for always being there, especially during lockdown when you supported my family and the community so well. It was great to see Riccardo and Petronella and my old friend Simon Murray.

Very homey and nice vibe. Great shelter and could still look outside and enjoy the environment. Sitting area was comfortable and service was welcoming. Food was presentable and very tasty.

I’ve been here many times in the past with friends. It used to be a great place. We were appalled, and can’t believe the indifferent service and mediocre food. Riccardo must have sold up. If that’s the case, the new people are running the restaurant into the ground. Such a shame. It used to be a destination.

The first thing that struck us as odd was that the half-bottle of red wine we ordered was served in a pitcher, decanted out of sight, and not reminiscent taste-wise of the one we ordered. We did not accept it. The waiter gave us the winelist again but did not return to take the order. The carpaccio of salmon (sushi grade, supposedly) tasted of nothing. My partner's tagliolini with clams was similarly bland. The pizza looked like a ready-made base, and had more taste relative to the other dishes, owing to the gorgonzola, nothing else. This restaurant does not deserve to exist. It looks promising on the outside, but the food does not measure up and the wine episode makes me think they are not honest.

I have been to this restaurant if you can call it that with my girlfriend poor food bad service I ordered The truffle pizza but the truffle ingredient was missing I tried to explain to the waitress but he said and did so in a bad way a place to avoid

Every time we are in London we visit Riccardo's. Last year as we left on our final night in the city we met a nice couple outside with their pup. "It's my restaurant," the gentleman said. "SAME!" said I. Except that it *was* actually his restaurant and we chatted, complimented our experiences there and headed back to the flat to pack. This year we returned for out fourth? fifth? time and again were rewarded with both exceptional cuisine and new friends. The owner, the people at the next table, the people who "serve" us -- this restaurant has a positivity to it that is evident in the food and the vibe -- and that can't be faked. The food tonight -- after walking around town seeing the Sutton Hoo exhibit at the British Museum we came back famished: Started with aubergine melanzana parmigiana and Tuscan chicken meatball polpette. This marinara sauce is amazing (yes, I make my own). Mains were angel hair pasta in portobello mushrooms & truffle and linguine with shrimp & mussels. Each dish was a separate statement, simple and yet satisfying. As I said, the food is wonderful and the meal is well paced. We finished with the delicious almond chocolate cake and cappuccino. We met Paz tonight and she and Gregorio, who we met last year, were both welcoming and attentive. Even on a Monday night tables filled as we ate. My impression is that this is mostly a local fav, which again speaks to the reliability of the service and the food. Thanks to all! See you again.

Delicious food and fantastic atmosphere, absolutely cannot beat it. Brilliant service cannot fault anything, my favourite restaurant and all time go to.

Having had a decent lunch here in the past, I decided to pop in and have a pizza. The trays of dirty dishes from the night before, stacked at the entrance, should have tipped me off that this place has gone seriously downhill. I was waited upon by a server who looked and sounded like she wished she was somewhere else. The Margherita pizza, though hot, was very non-descript and virtually inedible. I thought I was going to bend the knife and fork, trying to cut through the crust. Perhaps the place has changed owners? I was most disappointed by the whole experience, and will not return.

Had a lovely meal, the food and service on the whole was excellent! We will definitely be returning.

Dropped in for a quick meal so delighted when we were rewarded with beautiful Tuscan cuisine. Execellent service as well!!

Perhaps not the best example of Italian food, and yes, some members of the staff are possible not ideal for their job. But on balance I found the food acceptable and not expensive. A few days prior was i in another Italian restaurant where the bill was £80 per head being more the twice the price. Not really fare to compare

Reasonably cheap but uneatable, I’m sorry to say. Try Lucia’s the other side of the road : it’s twice the price but at least you should be able to finish your plate…

This used to be a really lovely restaurant - been here for years - we have been lots but never again. Menu has changed - and the staff - especially the older male waiter who was unbelievably rude. He did not say anthing,no eye contact,...

My family were from Tuscany so I know what the food is like.... And the kind of genuinely friendly customer service that idea is renowned for. Our food was no better than average and my wife's vongole was off. The service from the older waiter...

Ordered on Deliveroo, no delivery and no contact whatsoever. When i called they ignored me and were so rude, even hung up on me. I would advise to avoid this company at all costs!

I have been a customer at this restaurant since around 1995. This tells you it must be good. I know that if I want to be looked after, this is the place I can come any time. The entire team is very customer focussed. They...

The combination of delish Italian + amazing host & service makes this a go-to spot for me every time I’m in London. I have never had better ravioli anywhere in the world. Can’t say enough good things about this place!

Delicious food, warm atmosphere, friendly staff. The perfect place for catching up with an old friend.

Riccardo’s is a great spot to meet friends for a satisfying bite to eat after work. Make sure you visit on a Thursday for their happy hour 2 for 1 cocktails and £4 pizza. If you are looking for affordable authentic Italian food, this is...

We were so excited to visit Ricardos last night to celebrate a special birthday. The food was really average for the price we paid. We were all in good moods and very polite. However, the staff kept ignoring our table and kept forgetting our orders....

Riccardo is such a beautiful place, the climatization is nice and the food is delicious. If you love Italian food, you will love Riccardo. I personally recommend the tiramisu, amazing!!!

This was my first time dining at Riccardo’s and I will definitely be returning!! From the start the service was welcoming and attentive, recommending cocktails and wine which were all delicious!! The food was perfect, it was great having the options of smaller tapas dishes...

Authentic Italian experience. Lovely food, lovely service and great atmosphere. Was reassuring seeing that the owner, Riccardo, was eating at the restaurant. Was nice to meet him and his lovely wife, you don't get that at other restaurants. If it's good enough for him, it's...

Sadly, standards have very seriously dropped. Sloppy, untrained, charmless waitresses, who didn't have a clue. There was none of the previous welcoming greeting, before being shown to the table. Table was sticky and very unappealing. None of the encouraging pre-dining drinks or canapés were suggested....

The food was hot and delicious.The owner was eating there so that was a good sign he also helped when it got busy.We would definitely visit again.Pleasant happy staff.

Having a break in London from where we live in Cheshire, we were very excited about our meal at Riccardo’s… and it didn’t disappoint! Some of our party had main meals whilst others shared tapas… the freshness, taste and presentation of all the food was...

Two friends joined my wife and I to celebrate my wife's birthday over lunch. All of us thoroughly enjoyed our delicious and tasty meals.

We have visited Riccardo’s many times over the years. To keep this (relatively) short, we ordered about 10 different tapas dishes off their less extensive menu (thanks covid) and not one was something we could describe by the following words- delicious, tasty, really yummy, I...

Me and my girlfriend went to riccardos for dinner and the whole experience was amazing. We were greeted by Riccardo who couldn’t have been more accommodating along with the rest of the staff, particularly Sophie who was very attentive throughout. The food was delicious (particularly...

Almost a Fulham Road institution, at times Riccardo's can flatter to deceive. Walking through the restaurant to our terrace table we were inspired by other people's dishes (the lamb chops looked especially good) and by the latest menu. One of our guests was impressed by...

Last Saturday we went to Riccardo's with some friends for dinner. We booked the table about two weeks previously by phone and our reservation was taken by a gentleman called Riccardo (not sure if the namesake of the establishment or not). When we arrived, we...

Hate to write this review right after reopening, and do wish to give restaurants the benefit of the doubt, but we were very disappointed with the food at riccardos. It was our first trip out and I was really looking forward to a hearty, generous...

This is one of my favourite restaurants in London. Went on 12 April 2021, the first day outside eating was permitted. It was very good. Staff flat out (packed tables on pavement) but so polite and helpful. Very enjoyable. However, 4 of us went for...

Following a recommendation from friends, my husband and I had lunch here last week. We had a delicious meal: his aubergine bake was rich and tomatoey and my pizza margarita had a nice crispy edge and good toppings. The Riccardo’s salad was really good. House...

This restaurant has the loveliest, helpful staff and delicious food. It's done everything right for preparing for the eat out help out intuitive and makes it really enjoyable. Social distanced tables but a relaxed environment. Thank you so much Ricardo and Petronella and all your...

We have been to Ricardo's Restaurant many times and always loved the food and the service, We have never had a takeaway , but with the lockdown so we gave it a go , Extraordinary 6.45 order and 7.30 it arrived and was delicious as...

Have been to Riccardo's in a prior life (before Lockdown) and was wonderful evening. We now are living in Lockdown and we ordered a selection of dishes which were delivered on time and in beautiful condition - almost as if we were in the restaurant...

Riccardo and his wife have created such memorable dinner setting with also healthier options and drinks. Being dairy and wheat intolerant I got to have a feast of my lifetime! Highly recommended for everybody.

Three of us called in after a visit to the nearby cinema and we given a cosy corner table. Friendly but efficient service and a good meal. Two of us had excellent pizzas and one had tasty ravioli followed by apple crumble. All delicious. Our...

Thank you so much. Our food was delicious. So professional, we were looked after so well. Can’t wait to come back.

Hey! I just want to share with you guys the amazing experience that I had at this restaurant. The atmosphere was very nice, quiet and comfortable place, with a wonderful team, aways trying to help with everything. Attentive, friendly, fast and professional staff. And the...

The restaurant was full of accomplished and fascinating people enjoying exquisite family style dinners with friends, and it looked like a few tables were heavy-hitting but cheerful business meetings too, and some very fashionable hot hot dates out for cocktails. It's no surprise, the menu was loaded with meals healthy and tasty enough I could eat them every day and maintain a fashionable fit body and live a long happy life. The staff was funny and fun and relaxed, which fit the mood at my table, and yet at the same time I have never had better service in any Michelin 3 star restaurant. I very much wanted to take pictures of Kate and many of the other world famous clients, but it didn't seem to fit the mood of a come-as-you-are but world-class restaurant. After the meal I googled "Kate Middleton Riccardo's" and found a pile of paparazzi photos from earlier visits, apparently she is a regular and typically enjoys the tuna. What an amazing dinner and what an amazing place, highly recommended for the healthy food, the world class service, and the star struck people watching.

Dawg friendly , used friendly , & friendly staff. Great user friendly menu with tapas proportions if you want. Good wines by the glass too. I will be back lunch or dinner ! Pavement marquee great in summer !

I had a great meal at Riccardo's. I wasn't sure what I wanted. I was just famished. The recommendation from the waiter was just superb. Great place to have a great lunch when you're super hungry!

we had a very enjoyable evening delicious food and friendly staff well worth a visit we will be returning very soon

Had another fantastic meal at Riccardo’s

No estoy en Chelsea a menudo, pero cuando lo hago, voy directo a Riccardo's. No es una buena comida, no busca estrellas Michelin: es un lugar increíblemente amigable con una clientela leal que sirve excelente y sabrosa comida en los tamaños exactos.

We felt like an Italian meal, did some research and settled on Riccardo’s and were extremely pleased we did. Excellent and genuine Tuscan food. Fresh produce with a simple cooking style this restaurants casual, comfortable and not pretentious. The menu is largely the same each day but has daily/ weekly special.

I go fairly frequently to Riccardo's, because I have a friend who lives locally. We always have the most delicious food, and I want to write and say so! The owner is often to be seen, taking care of his customers and having lunch. There's a friendly, family atmosphere, and the service is always speedy and attentive. There's a list of daily "specials" and I like the way the main menu is set out - you can have everything in a small tapas size, or medium size, or large. I especially like the lamb cutlets with garlicky spinach. It's always hard to choose between the lamb and a pasta dish, as the pasta is really special at Riccardo's. A bottle of Italian rose is essential - and very delicious. Riccardo's is a charming restaurant which is very serious about providing excellent food, and I would recommend it to anyone.

I went to celebrate my birthday and I had an amazing experience!! I loved the vongole linguine. It made my day really special! Highly recommended. Thanks all:)

We had a lovely lunch last Sunday, food was delicious 🤤, service was great. Highly recommended😉😉😉

Lovely tapas type menu, clean and polite service. Excellent outside seating area on busy road to watch people going by. Out waiter David was great - friendly and helpful.

The food is absolutely outstanding. Order Bruschetta Ammoghiu, Linguine Alle Vongole, Polpette and Cervo Alla Griglia.

First experience at Riccardos and found it to be everything it promises. The food is good, not a massive selection but more than enough choice. Dishes are perfect with choices from Tapas, regular and large, regular is perfect. Service and ambience compliments this restaurant.

Small little chef owned restaurant that has the secret recipe for an excellent experience, great outdoor dining, wonderful wine list and great selection. A gem for a neighborhood restaurant. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu.

Coming back from Tuscany, I visited this gem of a restaurant where you are made to feel at home. I was not in charge of ordering but everything was spot on and wonderfully authentic. The three of us were made to feel special and the food was fresh and delicious, the wine was great too. We all tried each other’s dishes and we enjoyed the convivial atmosphere and it was like being back in Florence, fantastic.

A truly fantastic restaurant on the Fulham road. The feeling as though you are dining outside with their orangery style interior. Delicious food, friendly and attentive staff. I really couldn’t rate this restaurant higher!

My review is double edged. Great food on offer but I would suggest an overhaul of the menu to include more breadth, especially starters and main courses.

I had the venison steaks (two little ones) with courgettes, and mashed potato as an extra. The place is friendly, and the food is good enough, but it's unexceptional. Not somewhere I would make an effort to visit again.

As always, had a great experience at Riccardo’s! When I’m in London I typically make it a point to visit. Fantastic, personal service. Really great food and menu selection. We will be back...again!

Looking for a coffee this morning and walked into Riccardo’s. Unbeknown to me they were actually closed - but that did not stop the friendly staff offering to make me one anyway. When I turned it down and apologised, they insisted on making it still and even put it on the house. Completely unexpected and so friendly. Great coffee too!! Will have to come back out and have a meal at some point soon. Thank you team.

that I will not be able to get a table when I call to make a reservation. Riccardo's remains for me one of the few restaurants in London that I will always make time for. Service is always attentive but not obtrusive, ingredients are fresh, dishes flavourful and the atmosphere is convivial. I always feel welcome at this restaurant which is no small feat. Yes, I am a fan.

We were recommended Riccardo's and we weren't disappointed. They were 4 of us and we all tried something different and all enjoyed the fresh, tasty food. I was especially thrilled to find gluten free carrot cake on the dessert menu.

На входе встречают и предлагают выбрать столик у бара или на террасе. Есть меню специальных предложений и стандартное. Особенностью этого места является то, что можно выбрать размер порции: маленькую, среднюю или большую. Еду готовят и приносят быстро, все всегда вкусное. Посещала это место около 10 раз за этот год и всем его рекомендую.

This restaurant is obviously very (deservedly) popular but luckily for us they found us a table . What a find, the food was superb! We both had fish dishes which were perfectly cooked and beautifully tasty, and the desserts were to die for. The service was absolutey spot on. Would highly highly recommend visiting this gem of a restaurant, we'll definitely return next time we're in London.

Very nice food, it’s not fabulous- but perfectly good. The menu for appetisers (‘tapas’ size) and mains (‘regular’ and ‘large’) are all on one menu which is an interesting way of having to select your choice.

Riccardo's is a place where you can go on a date, celebrate with friends and spend time with family, I have gone through most of their menu and there isn't a single dish I haven't found delicious. The freshness of the ingredients is tasted in every bite, from starters to dessert. All dishes can be enjoyed as a starter, main course or to share. My favorite is the Pappa al Pomodoro, a thick tomato soup with basil, which I sometimes enjoy as a starter, sometimes as a main course. I highly recommend Riccardo's.

Had a very lovely lunch as always .. fantastic staff , highly recommend . Really enjoyed the scampi pasta ! Leigh & Andrew

Decided to go to Riccardo’s after a lengthy interval. Still good all round. Food was lovely and the service was friendly and efficient. Worth knowing that it’s open all day.

Hola, el jueves pasado, mi madre tenía una cita en el Royal Marsden y tuvimos que esperar entre las diferentes citas, así que nos detuvimos en Riccardos para almorzar. El servicio, la comida y el ambiente fueron excelentes y nos hicieron sentir tan bienvenidos que mamá dijo que se sentiría feliz de ir a almorzar allí sola. Prueba la sopa Rubilito que está deliciosa! Gracias Riccardos justo lo que recetó el doctor!

Great Italian Tuscan food, ambience and service at Riccardo's. It is one of our favourite restaurants and has a fibrant buzz in this charming part of London. The prices are very reasonable and the atmosphere is always warm and friendly. It is a popular restaurant an we always have fond memories of our times spent here.

Este es un restaurante feliz con suficiente ambiente para que te sientas bienvenido y relajado. La comida era muy buena y el tamaño de las porciones realistas. Un aperitivo de tapas es la manera perfecta de comenzar la noche seguido de una pasta sensacional. Nunca comí pudines y decidí probar la panacota Baileys, fue sensacional. Gran servicio a precios asequibles.

My wife and I together with friends visited this italian restaurant for lunch. We all agreed that the food and the service was good but nothing more.

Hemos recibido un servicio excepcional desde la entrada hasta la comida y al salir de la mesa, lo cual es raro en lugares concurridos durante el almuerzo.

Empty when I arrived but soon filled up with a local crowd. Really nice food and good service. Will be back

We've been here twice. Firstly, just because we were passing, in Dec 18 and again this January because it was so good the first time. It's a friendly atmospheric venue with good service - but the main attraction is the authentic food at reasonable prices. Recommended mains are the venison ragu and the lamb cutlets with spinach. It's not on their main menu but check the specials to see if they are serving Baileys pannacotta for dessert as it's fantastic - extremely rich, thick and creamy with a salted caramel sauce. Their coffee is very good too.

Excellent Italian food, charming and friendly staff and well priced. They even except well behaved dogs.

Delicious, reasonably prized italian food, very prompt service and cosy atmosphere. Will come again.

Un grupo de 10 de nosotros visitamos Riccardo's para nuestro 'almuerzo' anual - estuvimos allí desde las 6 de la mañana 6, la comida fue excelente, el servicio fue excelente - reservamos para 8 pero llegamos 10 - sin problemas, sin problemas, no Presión - tan relajante - hecha para sentirse especial. Muchas gracias a todos.

Lots of expectations for this restaurant as it was recommended by a friend. We ordered a starter of artichokes and ham to share, plus one main each (tomino cheese with beetroots and walnut, and a cotechino with lentils - Christmas specials).

We took my parents in law for a pre-Christmas lunch with our children (9 and 7). I had been before with just my husband and we had really enjoyed it. If anything, this visit was even better We were seated near the door which was ok but they said they would move us, and they did, to a much warmer table in the front section. My mother in law brought her dog who was very warmly welcomed with a bowl of water. The food was amazing - what a great idea to have different sizes of the same dish - so children can have small, adults medium or large for a main. My venison was absolutely delicious and just the right amount, but my husband (vongole) would have liked a bigger bowl. We just love this restaurant - it's so friendly, the staff are not all over you but just very good at their job (it isn't easy to get it right). For such an expensive area it's a very authentic stand alone restaurant, I just wish there were more of this type of one off restaurant around, rather than the bland chains we get on every high street.

Most friendly place to eat and they welcome dogs with a bowl of water such an unusually great beginning to an evening!! Followed by delicious food, delightful waitresses and waiters, entertaining and upbeat with a very good vegeterain and vegan menus - I cant fault the place - always a charming experience.

The food is just like at home! Very well prepared, cooked with fresh ingredients. EXCELLENT vegan menu! The staff is very kind and helpful. A MUST for Italian food lovers!

A good place for hearty Italian food. A wide menu with three plate sizes. Wine menu not ridiculously expensive. Enjoyable evening

An Italian restaurant with good food. It is a popular neighbourhood restaurant and it is warm and cozy and the staff is exceptional. It just makes one happy to go there. The menu is varied and there is certainly something for everyone there. They go out of their way to accommodate special wishes and dislikes. The owner, Riccardo, often dines there with his wife. It is excellent value. They even remember your birthday!

This is my top neighbourhood restaurant to go to. Perfect for a friendly, cosy dinner. Also allow dogs day or nighttime! Super friendly staff and the most delicious food.

Simple decor. Lot of staff & good service. Good size seating area under a canopy which I assume opens during the summer. Interesting menu with 3 portion sizes all on one page. Separate monthly specials menu. I had a simple Spelt Pizza. Frankly, disappointing. Pizza base was the primary taste (See picture 7 & 8 below) as tomato and cheese was too thinly spread and did not cover the base. It also should have been hotter. Disappointing as you go there to eat! Better side of average but my rating is average.

Lovely restaurant that's cosy and charming with food that's tasty and "comfy" in a home-cooking sort of way. The variety of food is a delight and you'll be hard pressed not to find something you like in a snap! Portions are generous and flavours are good, though the pastas are a tad salty. The desserts all look yummy, but their Tiramisu is best! Perfectly balanced -- rich in coffee and liquor, not too creamy, perfectly moist. The recipe must be handed down from centuries past. That's how good it is!

Went for dinner with friends. Service terrible. Food worryingly quick. Not piping hot but Luke warm. Pizzas disgusting. Pudding Luke warm and horrrible. Definitely would not go again given the variety of food establishments in that area much better.

I just love this place. Service is great from the second you walk in and food is superb, and reasonably priced. Highly recommend

Always enjoy when lazy to cook and have friends over , perfect food , owner , and team . Lots of different Italian dish’s to choose from and even the fussy eaters , pizza too .. which must be everyone’s favourite!!