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Caminata
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Caminata

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Reviews of Caminata (540)

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5.7/6

540 reviews

5.7/6

540 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Great value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Sharon H.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food, they do stone baked pizzas and homemade pasta. Service was very friendly. Proper rustic Italian and the wine selection was great. Recommend to go!

"Excellent"
6/6
Sanjeev P.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and service. Staff are very helpful. Good atmosphere an quick service. I was also able to have a session after to teach me how to make a pizza!

"Excellent"
6/6
Németh T.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Nagyon finom volt a pizza, mint ahogy a Lasagne is. Pörgős, olaszos, kedves kiszolgálás mellett. Érdemes asztalt foglalni, mert hétköznap este is tele van az étterem.

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris F.7 years ago · 33 reviews

As always a superb experience. Their pizzas are the best I've ever had, in particular the charcoal base. The beers they have are excellent and the service is superb too!

"Excellent"
6/6
Joe S.7 years ago · 4 reviews

The service was amazing (as ever). It was my girflfriend's birthday and they brought a cake out as a surprise for her. The food was fantastic. I redommend the Al carne pizza.

"Very good"
5/6
IMRAN K.7 years ago · 1 review

A good restaurant with excellent pizzas. The price is reasonable value for money and there is a good drinks menu. The service is reasonable too.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lily Ann C.7 years ago · 1 review

Been a few times several years apart. EVen when busy the food was excellent and reasonable and service fabulous. A lovely buzzy charming neighbourhood restaurant

"Very good"
5/6
Annalisa P.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Always good food and friendly service! Menu offers a good selection of dishes but pizza is my favourite by far. It has become a popular spot in Balham recently. Always full.

"Excellent"
6/6
Katharine H.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food, lots choice even for me as a picky vegetarian! Excellent value and good service. Busy so definitely make sure you book in advance.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate E.7 years ago · 1 review

The food was amazing and fresh, the pasta is made fresh in the restaurant and tasted divine. The surroundings were quaint and authentic. The service from the moment you step in is 10/10, whether its giving recommendations to attention to detail and quick service, this was a really lovely restaurant to eat at, I was thoroughly surprised.

"Excellent"
6/6
Carys D.7 years ago · 11 reviews

Caminata never disappoints. Great food, service and atmosphere. Also have some new items on the menu - even more reason to revisit very very soon!

"Average"
3/6
Susie L.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Nice ambience in the restaurant, but tables very close together. Food was good but nothing special, and a bit expensive for what you got. Melanzana nice but aubergines slightly chewy. Seafood pasta not as fresh as it could have been. Good beef carpaccio. Service fine, but perfunctory. Overall decent meal but left slightly underwhelmed.

"Excellent"
6/6
Kate D.7 years ago · 2 reviews

A bit of a local institution, and rightfully so! Fabulous service, delicious food (amazing pizzas!) and a decent wine list - my favourite Balham restaurant. A great atmosphere and you're always really well looked after

"Very good"
5/6
Charlotte S.7 years ago · 1 review

Service was outstanding, so helpful and fast. Almost too many delicious sounding options on the menu, I'm just going to have to keep going until I've tried them all. The restaurant was recommended to me by someone who had lived in the area and I was not disappointed. It was made even better by the fact it's on tastecard.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sue L.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent, friendly service and gorgeous food. The menu has lots of choice and includes gluten free options. We went for a birthday celebration and had a great evening.

"Very good"
5/6
Emma S.7 years ago · 3 reviews

I had a girls celebration for my birthday here , I have been twice before and love the genuine Italian welcome and freshly prepared food .It is in every bodies price range and everything tastes delicious .Only one comment to be negative from one of my group which was lack of a different type of desserts from the usual ! ( they offer Typical Italian desserts that are lovely though ! )Good night was had by all .

"Good"
4/6
Katie B.7 years ago · 6 reviews

All in all, I couldn't fault the food, or the service. But I asked for my pizza to be made on the new charcoal dough, and unfortunately this request was forgotten about. Also, i believe they use garlic oil instead of garlic butter, and it meant the garlic bread wasn't that 'garlicy.' I'll definitely be back though, as the waiter was very apologetic about my pizza, and took it off the bill.

"Excellent"
6/6
Cat S.7 years ago · 2 reviews

This is one of my favourite restaurants in Balham. Lovely atmosphere, really welcoming and relaxed. Excellent at catering to our coeliac guest- the staff were very knowledgable about gluten free and could adapt dishes as necessary.

"Very good"
5/6
Kate R.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great pasta, with a decent range of vegetarian choices. We were left alone too, not pressured to leave quickly. Maybe the desserts could be more varied or imaginative. A really good local restaurant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alexandra C.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely meal, great atmosphere and good service. Everyone enjoyed their food, huge portions and amazing wine, we will definitely return! They also brought out the birthday cake we had brought with us

"Excellent"
6/6
Simon E.7 years ago · 5 reviews

Great experience as always with Giovanni and his team. Fresh and traditional local Italian cooking and hospitality at its best. We keep going back, as do many others in the Balham area.

"Excellent"
6/6
Simon E.7 years ago · 5 reviews

Great local Italian. Always delivers on quality and affordability. Giovanni who runs the place is an absolute hero and superb host. Always busy so needs to be booked in advance.

"Excellent"
6/6
Maja B.7 years ago · 1 review

Caminata is always a treat, from its fantastic food and wine to the impeccable service. Giuseppe never lets us down! One of our favourite restaurants in the area.

"Excellent"
6/6
Vanessa K.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely freshly made pasta, amazing food and atmosphere, never felt rushed to leave, waiters helpful in recommending both food and wine at a reasonable price, would definitely recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
Polina M.7 years ago · 6 reviews

My family and friends had a amazing time! The atmosphere was calm and romantic. The personal was friendly and professional, answered any questions we had regarding the menu. The service was quick! And most important the food was amazing and freshly cooked. Definitely recommend the restaurant. Will definitely return.

"Very good"
5/6
Kate D.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Such a great evening as always at caminata - lovely food, good service and wonderful atmosphere. Always enjoy dinner at caminata and am slowwwwly working my way through all the delicious pizzas!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Atanas U.7 years ago · 2 reviews

was great. there is a nice food and atmosphere.we fill very comfortable .the staff is very friendly.we will comeback again soon with my friends in Caminata.

"Excellent"
6/6
George L.7 years ago · 1 review

Great food and fantastic service. Giuseppe made our evening so fun and special. Loved the whole thing. Would recommend to anyone. Best Italian in London

"Excellent"
6/6
Antonia C.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent service. Staff very friendly and yet professional. Each time we go to the restaurant there is something new on the menu. Food is always fresh and really tasty.

"Excellent"
6/6
Neil H.7 years ago · 1 review

Simply fantastic food, lovely staff and nice atmosphere. We'll definitely go back again and again. I need to write more to get to 25 words :-)

"Excellent"
6/6
Scott S.7 years ago · 2 reviews

The food was absolutely delicious, would highly recommend. First time but will return

"Excellent"
6/6
Chris F.7 years ago · 33 reviews

Great food and service as always, the best pizza in Balham bar none. The charcoal based pizzas are amazing, great wine selection and the ambience is always warm and welcoming

"Excellent"
6/6
Gerard T.7 years ago · 1 review

Delicious food and fantastic service, as always! Price is great and so is the atmosphere any night of the week - highly recommend a visit to this gem

"Excellent"
6/6
Carys D.7 years ago · 11 reviews

Third visit in 3 months. Food, wine and service excellent every time. Will be back for our fourth visit very soon!!

"Excellent"
6/6
Carys D.7 years ago · 11 reviews

Fantastic service with even better food and wine. Never disappoints and always a great apromsphere. Has become our favourite place for a special occasion. Plan to try the take away pizza very soon!!

"Very good"
5/6
Francesca M.7 years ago · 1 review

Great food and great service. My only complaint is that we were sat near the door and as they had so many deliveroo deliverys people were in and out and it was freezing! Also meant my food got cold very quickly as well.

"Very good"
5/6
Samta P.7 years ago · 1 review

Nice food. I had gnoochi and my friend had pasta. Booking recommended. Not always consistent but last few times were good. Waiters friendly and helpful

"Excellent"
6/6
Ben C.7 years ago · 4 reviews

Great experience with great staff. Guiseppe was on hand and provided light entertainment while remaining attentive to our needs. Would thoroughly recommend a visit !

"Very good"
5/6
Richard W.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Friendly, buzzy neighbourhood Italian. Really good fresh crispy calamari. Simple, unfussy tasty pasta. And a really white excellent chocolate fondant. The wine last is a little short but the Vermentino we had was rather good value and overall the evening did not break the bank. Well worth a visit for a relaxed meal with friends and family.

"Very good"
5/6
Sara W.7 years ago · 1 review

Lovely staff and great food. We were a group of 11 but that was no problem. Puds definitely worth keeping room for they were delicious.

"Excellent"
6/6
Aga S.7 years ago · 1 review

I've been there Saturday night. I was really positive surprised. Place is great and atmosphere as well. Food was delicious. Easily I can recommend this place.

"Good"
4/6
Jenily B.7 years ago · 3 reviews

Disappointing second visit. Garlic prawns without garlic and fried carrot in the calamari.?? Also the portion size of the calamari was much smaller. Giuseppe wasn't there so maybe things slipped.

"Very good"
5/6
Joshua G.7 years ago · 1 review

Very good Italian restaurant - lots of competition in Balham, but really high quality authentic Italian food. Black pizza bases (with charcoal) are especially nice.

"Excellent"
6/6
Becky B.7 years ago · 2 reviews

The people were lovely and very helpful. The food was delicious, actually the best pizza in London and very good value for money. We will definitely be coming back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jenily B.7 years ago · 3 reviews

Delicious and delightful little local Italian. Food was exceptional, calamari friti and gnocchi was amazing. Every dish we ordered was perfect and Giuseppe makes you feel very welcome.

"Excellent"
6/6
John D.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Lovely restaurant. Staff really friendly and attentive. Driven past many times but never thought to go in. Pizzas HUGE and lots to choose from. Definitely recommend you give it a try, and hopefully like me , you will be pleasantly surprised.

"Excellent"
6/6
Nicola A.7 years ago · 1 review

Another excellent meal! Great atmosphere, friendly service and fabulous pizzas. Though could add a more mushrooms and Gorgonzola as a bit light on mushrooms Kids love the Mickey Mouse pizza.

"Very good"
5/6
Nick H.7 years ago · 1 review

Very good food and service. Excellent bruschetta and risotto. Small restaurant with the slight distraction of delivery riders coming in and out. Will be back again soon.

"Very good"
5/6
Tom S.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food and a great atmosphere. Only advise I can offer to any potential diners is to sit away from the doors, it can get very chilly if you are sat right next to the central doors. Not the fault of the restaurant, just an observation.

"Excellent"
6/6
Jordan W.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Great food, service and atmosphere. More than just typical pizza and pasta stuff. Very authentic dishes and the staff were very attentive. Will definitely be going back

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