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Southbank
Italian Cotto
Italian Cotto Reviews

Italian Cotto

Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European

Dishes priced around£13

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Reviews of Italian Cotto (292)

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5.3/6

292 reviews

5.3/6

292 reviews

Food:Outstanding
Atmosphere:Excellent
Service:Excellent
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Exceptionally Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Kristy H.7 years ago · 1 review

Seriously amazing food, the best gluten free food ever. The tirimasu is to die for and the ravioli was just so melty. The owner and the daughter were so lovely and looked after us really well.

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

Good pizza and cozy staff. Informal restaurant and good service. Real italian Style. We enjoied a simple dinner based on Pizzas and mozzarella. We reccomend it.

"Very good"
5/6
Malcolm J.7 years ago · 1 review

Broad menu with most Italian staples. Service was good. Quality of the food was very good with portion size on the larger side. Chef even prepared a mixed sald which was not on the menu. Very reasonably priced considering it is 10 minutes walk from London eye.

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

All of the staff were very friendly and the owner was very welcoming. Gluten free options for nearly all items on the menu. Food was high quality too, will go again.

"Good"
4/6
Venkatesh R.7 years ago · 1 review

Decent food, nothing out of ordinary. Service was ok. When we declined wine, they ended up charging us for water. I would only go back if there wasn't any other option.

"Not good "
2/6
Lina W.7 years ago · 1 review

Spaghetti al pesto gluten free were more pesto al linguini! overcooked and stuck together like a paste. The personnel was not too friendly. Bad experience

"Excellent"
6/6
Kingsley N.7 years ago · 1 review

Authentic Italian fare served by people who know culture as well as cuisine. A real culinary and social experience and one to be repeated. Thank you.

"Excellent"
6/6
Alli J.7 years ago · 1 review

Wonderful little family owned restaurant. Went there two days in a row because we liked the food and service that much. It was just like being in Italy for a moment!

"Good"
4/6
Mary B.7 years ago · 1 review

Very friendly staff, good understanding of needs of coeliacs and food was tasty. Good value for money. Location close to Waterloo station and Westminster Bridge with plenty of pubs close by

"Very good"
5/6
gavin j.7 years ago · 1 review

Excellent food, good service and reasonably priced. Always come here when we're in London. Probably a good idea to book a table as the restaurant is usually very busy.

"Good"
4/6
Kevin W.7 years ago · 1 review

Nice authentic italian with good food at a fair price. Staff were friendly, good choice of wine if you are buying a bottle. Decor not stunning but nice enough.

"Average"
3/6
Thomas L.7 years ago · 1 review

Essen war in Ordnung. Preise-Leistung unterm Strich zu teuer. Freundliche Bedienung. Lage gut. Restaurant sauber. Brot und Oliven kosten extra wird aber nicht gesagt. In Ordnung

"Excellent"
6/6
Yvette W.7 years ago · 1 review

So many glutenfree choices, it was great. It was the BEST glutenfree pizza I've ever had, by far. Very friendly owner, likes a joke. :D

"Excellent"
6/6
Raymonde N.7 years ago · 1 review

Super find : particularly if gluten free. So friendly with great wine. Really recommend this restaurant. Right next to the tube as well so easy access. Swordfishbwas georgeous but as caoliac I could have eaten a full menu of food; happy days

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

Great, totally authentic Italian restaurant. Delicious pizzas and pasta. Staff really good and friendly. Food excellent. Good wine list as well. Staff were good with our children too.

"Very good"
5/6
Sarah E.7 years ago · 1 review

A very friendly restaurant with personable staff and a good atmosphere. I had the lasagne which I really enjoyed. My friend had dietary requirements which were well catered for. Overall a good experience.

"Excellent"
6/6
Toby W.7 years ago · 1 review

The food was incredibly tasty and the staff were really friendly. We were eating before a trip to the cinema, and so were on a tight schedule, the service was quick and unrushed.

"Excellent"
6/6
Massimo M.7 years ago · 1 review

Ptenotato dall'Italia ... mangiato ottimemente e la pizza senza glutine è davvero buona ... personale gentilissimo e italiano ... prezzi accettabili ... consigliatissimo ... da non perdere.

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

The restaurant was very busy so we were glad we had reserved a table for 5. This was in a good spot and laid out so no one felt left out. We all enjoyed the food. The service was friendly. The meals were a little slow in coming but we enjoyed each other's company and the overall happy, if slightly noisy, surroundings.

"Awful"
1/6
Kristy U.7 years ago · 1 review

Premium for gluten free. Full adult price for a 7 year old. They tried to talk a child out of her choice, queried why she was having a hot chocolate, they initially forgot one drink and got muddled with anor with waitress saying 'I don't speak English' £80+ for milk, 1 beer, 2 x diet cokes, 1 coffee, 1 hot choc, 1 starter, 3 mains and 2 desserts incg £6.50 for a slice of cheesecake that looked a small slice of a cheap shop frozen shop bought one. I asked for a straw for the milk and was directed to the toilet. Later told to leave table as they had anor booking, unwelcoming

"Good"
4/6
Becca P.7 years ago · 1 review

Food was delicious and very reasonable, slightly disappointing that you have to pay extra for bread and all deserts are the same price so some seem great value whereas others seem a little expensive. Almost everything can be served gluten free which is amazing however you so have to pay a couple of pounds extra. I had gluten free pasta with homemade sausage, would recommend! Ee also shared a bottle of prosecco which was very nice and also great value. Service was quick and very friendly. Would definitely recommend for a seemingly authentic Italian restaurant and meal.

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

Friendly owner and staff, many menu offerings. Ask them to hold the salt if you prefer less seasoned entrees. Nice wine selection, too. We'd go again!

"Very good"
5/6
Lionel O.7 years ago · 1 review

Super acceuil ! Personnel sympathique et serviable parlant plusieurs langues Le paradis pour les mangeurs "Gluten Free" Nous avons passé une tres bonne soirée la bas Allez y les yeux fermés

"Very good"
5/6
Anita C.7 years ago · 1 review

Brilliant atmosphere, staff were friendly and courteous and food good. Gluten free and vegetarians are well catered for here. Booked for a second night in a row.

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

Great gluten free pizza, service was great - not rushed at all and staff were really friendly 😊 Will definitely be visiting there again soon!

"Good"
4/6
Karen S.7 years ago · 1 review

A warm welcome and lovely food. Only grumble is the charge for bread and olives which were brought to the table anyway so we assumed complimentary...bit naughty!

"Good"
4/6
Anne S.7 years ago · 1 review

Nice little Italian in an area not spoilt for choice. Pizza way too heavy compared to "real" Italian. Staff lovely and friendly. Would recommend for non fussy simple meal.

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

Food was incredible. Lobely atmosphere. Best Italian gluten free food I have ever had. Staff very welcoming and helpful. Will definitely be back. Tiramisu was out of this world.

"Not good "
2/6
Clare C.7 years ago · 1 review

I booked this based on reviews, for a meal for 10 before the London marathon. I was very disappointed. Service was very haphazard, nine of our meals were nearly finished before the 10th meal was served and the staff weren't bothered and did not apologise.

"Excellent"
6/6
Vivien E.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Brilliant!! The food was excellent as was the service. One of our group has celiac disease it was a real treat for him to have options from the whole menu including gluten free pizzas and pasta dishes. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Cotto has a good atmosphere. I was glad we had booked as the restaurant soon filled up.

"Average"
3/6
Ole v.7 years ago · 1 review

Very bad service, treated like stupid tourists but we live here. Food was ok but not very special. Good gluten-free options. Happy to not take some bread at the beginning because you have to pay for it at the end. I will not come back.

"Average"
3/6
Paul F.7 years ago · 1 review

We arrive at 6 pm for dinner. We did not receive our main course until 7:10, noting others seated after us were served before us. The pasta dishes were fine but it did cause us to rush our meal to catch an 8 pm show.

"Excellent"
6/6
Ruby M.7 years ago · 2 reviews

Beautiful gluten free food, accommodating staff, stunning house wine. We shared a pizza and pasta between two and left completely satisfied and eager to return.

"Very good"
5/6
Bill B.7 years ago · 1 review

The restaurant was it usual friendly place and the staff are attentive, but we thought the standard of the food was not up to it's usual standard this time. We have visited here several times over the years and are always made to feel welcome.

"Excellent"
6/6
Archie G.7 years ago · 1 review

I tried the Italian Cotto due to its proximity to the Old Vic theatre and was delighted by the great food and wine. It has a lovely friendly atmosphere and attentive staff...I'll be back!

"Very good"
5/6
Christina R.7 years ago · 1 review

Friendly staff and good food! Great for gf and vegetarians. Food tasted good and I even got gf bread which the owner said he cooked himself. Going back for the gf Tiramisu soon.

"Good"
4/6
Charley H.7 years ago · 3 reviews

The food was fine but didn't blow us away. The staff were very friendly and catered for gluten allergy well. May go again and try different dishes.

"Excellent"
6/6
Sonja Z.7 years ago · 1 review

Sehr grosse Auswahl an glutenfreien Produkten. Geschmacklich waren die Speisen hervorragend. Leider waren die Portionen ziemlich gross. Ich habe das Tiramisu als Dessert bestellt. Leider war es nicht wirklich lecker

"Average"
3/6
John K.7 years ago · 1 review

Visit was quite disappointing after all the good reviews on TripAdvisor. Risotto had chillis and pancake was over cooked and glued to the plate. Coffee was nice!

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

Absolutely brilliant! First time visit, me being Coeliac and glad to say no problems at all. Huge portions, no room for desserts and defo value for money. We will return.

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

Fantastic Italian food and atmosphere. Amazing staff. Brilliant gluten free and celiac food options with separate cooking areas. Had an amazing time with our party of 7, 3 of which were celiacs.

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

Good food. Excellent gluten-free menu with most pizzas and pasta available gf. Friendly staff. One just learning English - needs to keep working on it. Overall good experience

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

Best Italian gluten free menu, a lot of options. We especially liked the lasagnia and pasta. The Service was great we Definitely recommended this restaurant.

"Excellent"
6/6
Melanie J.7 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic food - requested something off the menu and it was no problem. Service super friendly. Made a working weekend a whole lot nicer! Thank you.

"Very good"
5/6
Anna R.7 years ago · 1 review

A warm and friendly atmosphere with GREAT gluten free menu! And the non-GF is very tasty, too. Good wine selection. The gluten free bread is freshly baked and they have two kitchens to prevent contamination of gluten.

"Very good"
5/6
Erwin B.7 years ago · 1 review

Top restaurant waar ook de Italiaan zelf graag komt. De eigenaar zelf is glutenvrij en alles op de kaart kan gekozen worden. De wijnkaart is schappelijk en laat je voor een goede fles rustig adviseren door de eigenaar.

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

Great restaurant! So many "truly" gluten free options, I had a hard time deciding what to order! For all of you celiacs out there, this restaurant is a must!

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

beautiful little restaurant. Homey welcoming feel. Delicious hand made gluten free food and incredibly froendly service. An overall wonderful experience that I will talk about forever.

"Excellent"
6/6
Tabitha M.7 years ago · 1 review

Amazing restaurant. Best in London and lovely staff. Had a fantastic time. I will be going again soon. The wheat free bread and pizza was to die for. I could eat it everyday

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

Lovely, family run Italian. Refeshing change from all the chain-italians. Delicious food and genuine, friendly service. Specials really interesting and worth a try. All good😀

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