The best restaurants serving Italian food in East of England

Horrible food, not fit for human consumption, take a very careful look around the premises in all the nooks and crannies and you will see why. Will never buy from here again while I have breath in my body.

Very good value meals that were quite tasty Abience inside are not all that good as its just a brighty lit big single room..abit like a village social club. Drinks were normally priced.....The area was abit rough..we were confronted by a couple of Arbury boys on the way out asking for ciggerettes..nothing more All in all a ok pub.

Alfresco’s Restaurant, Marine Parade E, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 IPU, Essex Staying in Walton-on-Naze for a week in September was a revelation – there was the iconic Naze to the north of town to explore and those spectacular beaches both sides of the pier to enjoy. The pier itself, by contrast, was rundown and in need of some real TLC - then there was the state of the town centre. There may be a couple of new mid-size supermarkets (looking fresh, familiar and full-of-life), but the high street that once was and the line of commercial shops have … faded. Why? The place seemed stuck in the 1950s. Hadn’t anyone invested in the place since then (well, apart from Messrs. Aldi & M&S). And what has all this to do with Alfresco’s place? Well … in a roundabout way it does for Clacton when we drove over there for lunch one day was bursting with confidence, bright lights, buoyant commercial centre, pristine pier and lots of people bustling around the centre. The two towns are 13 km apart. It was this thing about contrast that came across. Sure, it’s been many (many … many) years since we were last in both places – growing up in central Essex, the coast was always within easy reach, first for those seaside holidays in the holiday camps that once were then, subsequently (amazingly), personal transport became affordable. First the motorbike/scooter then the car (and the girlfriend). What’s not to love about the NE Essex coast of those days. After parking the car in Agate Street just off Marine Parade we headed for the pier looking for a place for lunch. There was Alfesco’s place a little further down Marine Parade East and overlooking Clacton Pier; to one side of Pier Gap where the road slopes down to the pier. This is where the road-train starts/finishes its tours around the town. The restaurant was one half of a building with a ‘Food Court’ sign across the roof line; the other half was a fish&chips place. We subsequently found out that they were both owned by the same people - neatly providing for both traditional seaside foods and for those who prefer the foods that have invaded from North America and/or southern Europe in recent years. We headed into Alfresco’s Restaurant – through the outside courtyard into the snazzy-looking glass-structure that enclosed the inside dining area with the counter at the far end. Seating for around 50 inside and outside at four seat/tables and benches. We were the only people in the place and, it seemed, lunch was finished for the day and the place was about to close up. Glance at the clock - it was just after 14.30 – and mine host was amenable to a couple of jacket potatoes with side salads; ‘Easy’, he said, ‘everything is set up’. Friendly … we liked that. We were seated with our drinks and food within 10 minutes. It was, as he said: Easy. The meal was delicious too – large hot potato, cheese on the side and sufficient greens to supplement those carbohydrates. The wall above and to one side of the counter was awash with food options of all kinds – sandwiches, grills, burgers, lasagne, fish, jacket potatoes, sides, etc. – jacket potatoes were an easy (and tasty) choice for us – the second time that week. We hadn’t thought about convenience to the restaurant – it just worked out that way. Service, approach, comfortable table, good value and delicious light meal – complimenti. We paid GB£15.45 for the meal: GB£5.50 each for our meals and finishing with a pot of tea and a cappuccino. It had been a pleasant 40 minutes looking out over the surrounding courtyard and pier below – where we headed after leaving Alfresco’s for a quick tour around. The place was alive with people; the fairground activities buzzing with the vitality that only electricity can provide – light, sound, movement. Peter Steele Maldon Essex 21 October 2019

Ladies meal out and what a disappointment… had to ask for cutlery and condiments.. soggy bruschetta and pizza partially burnt and extremely lacking in ingredients… added to this the chef seemed to be having a bad day at the office!!! Kept dropping pans and lids and seemed exasperated.. will not be back

Was staying in a nearby travelodge and ordered from here. Have to say this was the best Dominos takeaway I have ever had. Perfectly cooked pizza and chicken wings. Wouldn't hesitate to order from here again if in town.

I found quite a few reviews that were less than favorable, primarily because of issues with the delivery service. However, my personal experience with ordering takeaways has been overwhelmingly positive. My absolute favorite dish is their garlic bread, which I prefer without cheese. Even though I order it to take home, the only thing left is the empty box. Once I take a slice, I simply can't resist finishing the entire thing on the way!😋

Excellent new refurb; same friendly welcome and delicious Sicilian food. Tasty and different breakfast options and of course wonderful coffee. The pasta is exceptional and well worth an evening visit too.

Very pleased with service on arrival, ordered and received food with 6 minutes! Which was exact time it took us to grab some cash to pay! 100% recommended

Great service... Annu very polite and professional.... Pizza Exceptional!! Always parking outside... for free!!!!

Ordered pizza via Deliveroo - was promised it in 40 mins. Turned up over 3 hrs late when we had gone to bed. No refund through the restaurant or Deliveroo. Both saying the other are responsible. Stay clear of both!

The worst take away experience of me life. Never using again.

Absolute rank food. Got the order wrong which was terrible as an allergic customer, warmed up chips like bullets absolutely disgusting don't waste your money

Excellent food and excellent service. Staff were very attentive. Good value for an airport hotel. Do not be put off by other reviews. We were pleasantly surprised.

Don’t even think about it This was a takeaway . Arrived cold and pretty much unidentifiable. Ordered through Just Eat who refunded our payment within half an hour of us sending photos . Well done Just Eat , impressed!

Called up 4 a delivery just a medium peperoni pizza and a coca cola 0,at lunch time ,i ve asked how much the total will be,24.99,,is this 4 real?24,99 ?i wonder how such a ridicoulos ammount can be asked,is a day light robbery ,so who ever pay this staggering overcharged ammount must be not aware that is just a pizza and a drink, and there is way better quality and better price just round the corner,google it !,as i dont want u to think im supporting other restaurant in the area ,is a ...disgusting experience to know this company charge this kind of money!if anyone else feel the same put a review as mine,,this company should not be allow to rip hard working people off!