The Italian Kitchen in Forest of Dean

The menu is short, which means what the cook does he does well. There’s always a couple of specials, excellent value. It’s a small place, and some people do book tables, but you’ll generally get a place. The guy who runs it is SO friendly, it’s lovely eating in such a happy environment. Great cakes. Excellent drinks. Well worth a visit.

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We were in Newent for the weekend and stumbled across this gem of a place. Can't recommend it highly enough - it deserves 10 stars if this were possible. The owner is SO friendly, prices are good and food is fantastic. Wish I knew the owners name, but he is great. We went for breakfast on two mornings and the second time were greeted like old friends, he remembered how we liked our tea and where we were staying and was genuinely interested in our weekend away. He really helped to make the weekend a memorable one. Just wish we lived closer, and we would be regulars. Don't miss this gem of a place if you are in the area - you won;t be disappointed.

Such a gem of a place, the full English breakfast was lovely with good quality sausages, eggs and black pudding. Can’t recommend this place enough, the warm welcome and chit chat of the regulars dropping in to say hello makes this place one of a kind

We had the whole place to ourselves. Colin is the best host, always happy and welcoming. The food is wonderful - Lasagna for me and Chicken and Bacon salad for Martin. And a lovely coffee to end the meal. No licence but you can take your own wine/beer etc and no corkage charge. We are regulars but everyone always gets a warm welcome.

We were pleased to be able to get in on a Sunday without booking, had roast dinner. The food was good, especially the gravy and roast potatoes. Colin is lovely as is the young waitress. Will do anything for you.

We t here at the onion fare ,we trying to get out of the rain ,but decided to ha e a meal backed potatoes with filling and a delicious salad ,and so reasonable it tea /coffee ,,,freindly and staff although very busy that day asked if meal ok for us ,worth a visit

Daughter has just gone to Hartpury so we were looking for a breakfast spot on Sunday. Lovely breakfast with very friendly service. Just what the doctor ordered. She’s here for 4 years so will definitely be coming again.

I was leading an epic bike ride from Cheltenham to Monmouth, returning via Newent. By arrangement with Colin to stop on route home. The group had had 3 flat tyres and we were running or should that be cycling late. I phone Colin who stayed open for us, his cake, tea, coffee, and customer service was first class.

We went to The Italian Kitchen this evening for a meal and as always we weren't disappointed. We both had Lasagna and it was delicious. The staff are great and very friendly, nothing is too much work for them.

Have not sampled the evening menu YET, but good at lunchtime and for Morning Coffee or Tea and snacks (always seem to go there when they have sold the Last Teacake though?)

My friend Claire and I stopped at the Italian Kitchen halfway through a bike ride. We had scones and tea, really nice. The staff were lovely including the owner, we will be visiting again when we are out this way.

we happened to be in newent at lunch time so popped in here for food. What a great little place nothing was to much trouble, the food was great and very reasonable will be going there again when we are in the area

Newent used to be avoided as a refreshment stop. Not any more! This coffee shop has a limited menu, sandwiches, jacket potatoes etc, but also daily specials ( e.g. soup, lasagna) We had vegetable soup, gloriously thick and tasty with lovely bread. One of the party had an egg mayo sandwich, also voted tops. My tea came with as much hot water to refill as I wanted, the latte was excellent. We finished up with cakes. The prices are low for the taste, the service friendly and efficient, and the cafe is in an interesting old building. I'll be going there again for sure.

We have been meaning to try this new restaurant since it opened and finally tried last weekend. It did not disappoint. The service was excellent, the food was so fresh and tasty and the atmosphere reflects the good time we had from the moment we stepped in to the time it was time to leave. As we live in Portishead it is not on our door step but we will be returning soon. To summarise fantastic

Hermosa cafetería estrafalarios, buena comida por un buen precio. Hombre amable que sirve y es muy divertido y nos ayudó el ambiente relajado!

Popped in whilst waiting for my car to have its MOT.Delicious - nice runny yolks - just how I like them. Friendly and welcoming restaurant/cafeRecommended.

Great for lunch and coffee. I use all the time. Friendly locals and visitors. Seems to be a centre for local people.

This is a cosy little restaurant, staff are welcoming and service is great. There is an excellent choice on the menu and daily specials. Enjoyed a delicious leisurely lunch

Colin has taken over fairly recently and made this a welcoming place for breakfast and lunch. Also now starting up with evening meals later in the week. Very friendly welcome and a good selection of food and drink at reasonable prices. Nice and clean and a good selection of desserts which my wife noticed !! All produce is sourced locally and added advantage that this is open on a Sunday (closed Wed). Well worth a visit.

Fab! Gluten free range. !!! Cakes are delicious. Always a few Gluten Free options on the cakes Lovely helpful staff. Clean, comfy and very welcoming. Recommend a visit.

pleasant breakfast, excellent coffee in clean cafe surroundings, would come again if in the area, sensible menu choices.

Visited with friends tonight. Colin is doing a brilliant job of running this restaurant. The food is gorgeous and I couldn't beleive it was only £12.95 for 3 courses. Would thoroughly recommend it. You will need to book though as it's getting more popular each week.

Had a tea and a delicious gently warmed black cherry and crumble tartlet served with cream & a strawberry. Home made and delicious. There is an enticing selection of cakes and other pastries so plenty of choice at reasonable cost. They have a specials board and had an evening opening so plenty more to come from the talented kitchen and engaging host front of house.

Lovely, clean and airy establishment with an amazing selection of homemade cakes & desserts, specials and extensive food menu at a very reasonable price. Drinks are also extensive and can't quibble at the price.The dishes we ordered were really well presented and tasted amazing, soup was to die for and the broccoli & stilton tart was delightful with excellent service. Mars bar cheesecake cannot be described in words that can justify how amazing it was & the gluten free lemon drizzle cake was to die for according to my partner.Top marks for all the staff working foh and the chef in the kitchen. Excellent & will defo be returning :-)

Went to Newent to see some friends and decided to have lunch at the Italian Kitchen! What a lovely experience...The moment we've walked in we were welcomed by the new owner Colin which is one of the most welcoming host we have ever met. A legend in his own life time!Our lunch was superb and very good value for money.I had the smoked salmon salad, nice presentation and very tasty.One might say it's just a salad,for me the ingredients used and dressing was superb. My husband of course had the Italian cured meats, which come with very tasty olives and warm crispy ciabatta bread! Delightful! We were very tempted to try some home made cakes but decided against it! Only so we can go back at another time.The interior it's tastefully decorated and very relaxing.Can't wait to go back for another visit.

Hmmm. Hard to write this as the couple who run it are lovely..... but the food less so I'm afraid. It's a cafe by day and a restaurant by night....but not very Italian. Intimate as very small, needs some Italian music. Starters ok but main of steak in a supposed Italian tomato sauce was overlooked, bland and tasteless. Sorry !

We dined here whilst staying in Newent and it was delightful. It is run by a husband and wife team. We were given a warm reception on arrival and shown to our table. The restaurant is quite small and the tables are nicely laid out and the atmosphere is really nice. We took our own wine, as there is no drinks licence. But there is no corkage. Service is excellent and very personal. We had three courses and the food was very authentic italian.A delicious meal in delightful surroundings.

Visited last Saturday evening in a group of 8 friends - had the 3 Course menu which was fantastic value at £17.95. Even better value because you can take your own drink. Seafood salad starter, most tender venison steak I've ever tasted and then a wonderful Italian cake with ice cream and lemoncello drizzle. All well presented and beautifully cooked. Everyone in our party enjoyed their meal. Service was friendly and efficient. Quaint interior creates nice ambience.

the couple owners are very friendly people, they don,t have many choice but they changes the menu every week.but the limited menu the serve very good.

This place is a real gem. We visited in July for the bistro night on a Friday evening and returned for an Italian meal last Thursday. Thursday's meal came to a mere £28 for 4 of us, fantastic! The olives and the homemade bread are very nice and we loved the tiramisu. You can also bring your own wine which is great. The owners are also very very friendly. We can't recommend this place enough and will definitely be returning.

John and pearl open their tiny restaurant on Friday and Saturday evenings for around 12-15 covers and offer amazing value and great food. Bread and olives, followed by antipasta, cured meats, seafood, tomato, cheese - pasta dish, carbonara, pesto - chicken dish - choice of desserts - fruit - coffee - just £15 PER HEAD. Well cooked, well presented, lovely atmosphere, Gloucestershire's best kept secret.