Southern-Italian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Norwich

4 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated)
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Saporita Norwich
Saporita Norwich
98/100 (5017 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Cafe
Street Food
Mediterranean
Italian
Mediterranean
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Vegetarian Friendly
Southern-Italian
Street Food
Sicilian
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Tiramisú
Panzerotti
Bruschetta
Bruschetta
Pesto
Piadina
Prosciutto
Coffee
Panini
Margarita
Tiramisu
Piadina
Calzone
Fondue
Fried
Beer
Sandwiches
Salami
hot chocolate
Prosciutto
Italian Pizza
Focaccia
Salami
Aperol Spritz
Italian Beef
Antipasto Italiano
Pizza Slice
Salad
Pizza Lucifero
Pesto
Dante Focaccia
Antipasti
Parma Ham Pizza
Panzerotti Roma and Chips
Paninis
Mediterranean
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Italian
Pizza
Street Food
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
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Takeout
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Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Cheap Eats
"Very cute Italian eatery. Food is made with love and joy!! The pizza looks ordinary but tastes exceptional 🤤 We also loved panzerotti Great values..."
Yui Cho
"The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was fab! Would definitely recommend, the only thing to be aware of is the chairs we had were small..."
Courtney Gib
"We managed to get a table last minute on Saturday night. The menu was a good surprise offering small portion, unique Italian dishes. You can also buy..."
Edina Kiss-Konczol
"Cosy atmosphere, friendly staff, lots of imported Italian produce available for sale including chilled deli options and dried/tinned goods. Yummy..."
Serena Matthews
"Such a lovely evening. The Antipasti was new to me, but quite nice, though I didn't eat the olives. Loved my pizza and my drinks. Everything arrived..."
Temitope Taiwo-Oni
"What a great find! Small family run Italian restaurant with a fantastic selection of pizzas and a range of other dishes. Generous portions, fresh..."
Antony Stansbie
"A return visit to our favourite Deli and Italian restaurant in Norwich. The food/products are delicious and the service is friendly. Well catered for..."
Robin Jones
"I wanted to try the authentic Pizza 🍕 taste so went here. The pizza tasted really good and different from what I’ve tried before. Very friendly..."
Shreya Dubey
"Cute little Italian deli. Family run. The cook is the mom’s owner. Great pizzas and lot of small savoury dishes. Many dishes are from north of..."
Alessandra Distefano
"Everything was great. Panzerotti was our favourite, we would add twice the amount of filling though. Their pizzas are thick crust, we prefer thin,..."
Simona B
Al Dente
Al Dente
91/100 (1306 ratings)
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Vegan Options
Romana
European
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Italian
European
Southern-Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Sicilian
Central-Italian
Lazio
Gluten Free Options
Southern-Italian
Italian
Sicilian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Ragu
Pancetta Pistacchio E Mozzarella Di Bufala
Espresso
Sautee Di Cozze
Spaghetti alla carbonara
Lasagne
Tiramisu
Gnocchi
Arancini
Beef
Cannoli
Meatballs
Tagliatelle
Lasagne
Cannoli
Carbonara
Caprese Salad
Pasta
Arancini
Sharing Platter
Salad
Focaccia
Passion Fruit Mojito
Chili
Pistachio Tiramisu
Tagliatelle
Spaghetti Arrabiata with Mixed Vegetables
Mezzelune Al Quattro Formaggi with Crispy Pancetta
Tortino Con Gelato
Bruschette
Tiramisu Pistachio
Prawns
Pesto
Italian
Romana
Lazio
European
Mediterranean
Central-Italian
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Dog Friendly
Reservations
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"I have just had dinner at Al Dente for the sixth time or so - best Italian in and around Norwich. Their pasta is genuinely ridiculously tasty, it is..."
Jasmine Mariën
"An amazing little gem in Norwich. We went last night for the first time but will be back lots definitely! Everyone needs to know about this..."
Hazel Marie Taylor
"The best Italian food outside of Italy, perfectly cooked pasta and the most amazing pesto. A small but amazing selection of dishes, great Italian..."
Karen James-welton
"Finally, a REAL carbonara in Norwich! Cozy environment, excellent staff. Adriano, Andrea, Borka, Lello and the others of this excellent Team know how..."
Lorenzo Arpaia
"Superb personal service alongside some of the best fresh authentic Italian food I've eaten. Highly recommend if you want a lunch or dinner freshly..."
Mark Thorpe
"A warm and friendly welcome with fantastic customer service. Always great, tasty food served just the way we like it. Would definitely recommend. We..."
Tibor Juhasz-Kiss
"Went this lunchtime and it was awesome! The food was fresh and beautifully cooked. Staff were charming and friendly. Price reasonable considering..."
Tracy Hines
"Excellent breakfast omelette, to die for. A must..."
Nigel Marshall
"Beautiful food & lovely service highly..."
Louise Thomas-Minns
"Great Food and very friendly staff . Real Italian restaurant with fresh food not like the usual Italian chains . Keep it up boys and girls..."
George Valentin Tudor
"What a little gem of a place!! Gorgeous food, brilliant service and reasonable prices aswell! Will definitely be..."
Melanie Sylvia
"This is pure Italian cooking!!! Brilliant place..."
Geoffrey Messenger
"Amazing an out of this world food. Service was outstanding an such a lovely atmosphere we will be back thank you so much..."
Karla Jade
"Authentic Italian menu cooked fresh to order absolutely superb and wonderful service our third visit and we cant fault it ...Thank..."
Michelle Wastell
"Great service, pleasant ambiance, tasty food. Five of us had a drink, main course and dessert at a cost of about £22 a head. Service was efficient..."
Richard Hartley
"Very enjoyable meal. Late booking but seemed to be plenty of room which was surprising for a Friday night. Interesting concept where you can design..."
Jonathan Gibbins
"04.10.2022 My first time here. Popped in later afternoon for a coffee with a friend. Had the restaurant to ourselves. Staff were very friendly and..."
MCS McDonagh
"I have been to Al Dente numerous times and always love it! Arguably best pasta in Norwich :-) Its a cosy restaurant with changing specials and we..."
Sarah Wilson
"We both had 3 courses and drinks each, which came to under £50 and the food was especially good. The restaurant has a much nicer atmosphere inside..."
Joshua Cadwallader
"Fantastic pasta. Enjoyed a delicious dish with fresh, 'al dente' tagliatelle pasta, crab meat, tomatoes, chillies and samphire, perfectly cooked and..."
Vera Costa
"We had a beautiful meal here on Valentines day. The restaurant was bustling and the servers never missed a beat. The food was delicious and such..."
Hannah Snelling
"I really enjoyed my meal every time I went there,from the amazing cocktails, great pasta, delicious sauces and you must try the mouth-watering..."
Lisa pirastovic
"Highly underrated restaurant in Norwich. Polite staff, good portions, good pasta!..."
Nafi Iftekhar
"A great Italian restaurant, with good menu that includes high quality of ingredients and pasta. Enjoy..."
Jonathan Gan
"Fantastic food and lovely staff. The antipasti board for 2 was beaut, and our carbonaras with pancetta and garlic mushrooms were perfect. We can't..."
Ross C
"Extraordinary food, great service, nice atmosphere would always recommend to anyone. We ate too much and loved every..."
Anu Bhujel
"Absolutely delicious food! I went with two other people and we all enjoyed our meals. The early bird menu was a fantastic deal. The gnocchi was..."
Lizzy Dring
"Im italian and I can confirm that this is one of the BEST italian restaurants I’ve been in the uk. The fact that you can chose type of pasta and..."
Lorenzo
"I have now visited Al Dente twice with my partner. It is fast becoming our favourite place to eat. The staff are very helpful, offering advice on..."
T G
"Decent Italian restaurant. Great value set menu. Only issue was pasta came out slightly colder than I would’ve..."
RJM023
"We popped in on the if chance of a seat and I'm so glad we did. Amazing service from start to finish, the food was dealt good, my girlfriend..."
Mmm
"Fantastic authentic Sicilia food. Had beautiful aubergine ravioli nested on perfectly grilled aubergine slices bathed in fantastic tomato sauce with..."
Kathy Walsh
Donnelli's Pizzeria
Donnelli's Pizzeria
87/100 (3996 ratings)
Restaurants
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Campania
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
European
Vegan Options
Italian
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
European
Campania
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Italian Pizza
Chocolate Tart
Wood Fired Pizza
Pear Salad
Personal Pizza
Wine
White Pizzas
Latte
Etna Calzone
Salad
Large Parma Pizza
Pizza Moderna
Florence Pizza
Chilli Garlic Dough Balls
Red Peroni
Vesuvius Calzone
Vanilla and Nocciolata Gelato
Tiramisú
Tiramisu
Prosciutto
Calzone
Prosciutto
Side Salad
Caprese Salad
Gelato
Italian
Southern-Italian
Pizza
Neapolitan
Campânia
European
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had a delicious meal of freshly baked on site pizzas. Lovely staff (Jules and dancing Stanner) who were all very friendly and accommodating; gave us..."
Lily Bawden-bouche
"Donelli’s Pizzeria does some of the best pizza I have had in Norwich. I have visited a couple of times over the past couple of years and each time..."
Katie Kefford
"Lovely and quaint pizzeria serving authentic wood fired pizza with friendly service. It was my first time trying out their pizza and I regretted..."
Nashriq Khan Adam Khan
"We had a great evening at Donelli's. We had pizzas and and Tiramisu and both were fantastic. There were many choices of pizzas and the base was..."
Marius
"Although sheltered away in a not so special looking building, almost hidden away. I would say it's a hidden gem of a pizzeria and HIGHLY RECOMMEND...."
Toby Boston
"We’ve loved Donnelli’s since they opened, and if anything they’ve got better! A recent takeaway was delivered hot, and their signature bases..."
Ian Harris
"Lovely little restaurant, amazing food and service! Great value too..."
robert guy
"The best pizza in Norwich as always! Great value, and always exceptional..."
James Wheeler
"A friend who lives in Norwich recommended this restaurant to us and we gave it a try. The place is nice and simple, pizzas were really good! We'll be..."
Lisa pirastovic
"Called here for lunch and had a really lovely experience. Traditionally cooked pizza, using fresh ingredients, all made for really nice food and a..."
Alex Fisher
Pinocchios Restaurant
Pinocchios Restaurant
87/100 (1394 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
European
Southern-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Mediterranean
Italian
Sicilian
Southern-Italian
Pizza
Sicilian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Cake
Onion Soup
Pesto
Veal
Mushroom Risotto
Pizza
Tiramisu
Espresso Martini
Penne
Linguine Allo Scoglio
Aperol Spritz
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Carbonara Pasta
Escargot
Steak Dinner
Lasagne
Seafood Soup
Pasta
Carbonara
Salmon Tagliatelle
Salad
Jambalaya
Lemon Ice Cream
Risotto
Tagliatelle
Fillet Steak on Lava Rock
Mussels
Paella
Bruschetta Pomodoro E Salmone Affumicato
Salmon
Tiramisú
Snails
Paella
Escargot
Cheesecake
Jambalaya
Bruschette
Penne
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Mediterranean
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
European
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I don't usually bother with reviews after a meal, but after my visit had to make an exception. Had a fantastic experience at Pinocchio's on a recent..."
Dave Bunting
"My wife and I went for a meal last night. I have never been here before and had been given a few mixed reviews so was a little apprehensive. I..."
Tim Brown
"Fabulous meal at Pinocchio's tonight! If you like delicious freshly cooked food with fresh ingredients and genuine Italian food this is the place to..."
Mary Jafferson
"Lovely food as always, house wine goes down very well. They also do volcano steak, we might try that next time but I just love the lasagne. No room..."
Miranda Lambert
"After visiting tonight for our first time, myself and my partner were very impressed. The food was by far the best I'd had in a very long time and..."
Sam Sexton
"Visited for hen party meal last night , great service and food. Thumbs up from whole..."
Sarah Green
"Top quality and amazing service. I went there for my birthday and they did everything to make the evening special. I shall definitely be returning..."
Lorina Queenie Frost
"Food was great. We both had the Volcanic steak, portions where good sizes! Followed by pudding. Both course came out really quickly and we couldn't..."
Hannah Woodward
"Lovely authentic Italian restaurant. Service was brilliant. Food was amazing. Definitely recommend. And I will be going..."
Clare Tyrrell
"We went there with friends last Saturday night and we all had the steak sizzler which you cook on hot stones . Was absolutely delicious my..."
Ralph Garfield
"outstanding service and quality food... great atmosphere too ... we love this..."
John Clarke
"Recommended by our friends who took us there Saturday evening. Lovely decor, very happy friendly staff and food was amazing. 100% happy � will be..."
Georgina Drake
"Thoroughly enjoyed our visit . Lovely atmosphere, great food & staff . Will definitely return soon..."
Victor Grebo
"We've been a couple of times and we love the place. We were visiting husband's university town which is now my son's university town 30 years later...."
Jenine Pickering
"Lovely meal, attentive staff and great..."
Kerry Grant
"Well worth the money get lots of food was rich creamy sauce lovely porcini mushrooms would defiantly go back more..."
Holly Clark
"Everything is just perfect, food was great ( I ordered Risotto), the price is reasonable, the service is just beyond perfect. Me and my friends were..."
Charlie Hsu
"This is such a fantastic non chain Italian restaurant in Norwich. The food and service is very good. The pizza, salad and Tiramisu is fantastic!..."
Leo Papadopoulos
"Truly awesome experience Love Italian food and pinocchios didn't..."
Marc Schwartz
"We visited here 7/11/23 for my sons 18th birthday . The atmosphere and service were both excellent . The food was fresh , delicious and the menu is..."
Faye Colts
"Thank you Pinocchio's for making my daughter's 30th Birthday party a real lovely celebration 🎉🎉....you prepared the most wonderful food for a..."
Janet Dodd
"my boyfriend took me here for my birthday & we had a lovely time! every member of staff was so kind and accommodating and the food was delicious! we..."
nicola edith
"Our first visit to this restaurant and we will definitely return. The service was great, the food was delicious. We both had pizza and it was proper..."
Michael Hill
"An outstanding restaurant where the service was attentive but not intrusive and the food was insanely delicious. Would definitely recommend and we..."
Stephanie Gilmour
"We had a great evening. The food, service and atmosphere were great. Would definitely recommend if you are fancying an Italian and are in the area...."
Jodie Hubble
"Visited recently and had a very accommodating evening. Beautiful setting with authentic Italian style dining. All waiting staff were very attentive..."
hannah harper
"The restaurant is in a good location, easy to reach and plenty of public parking nearby. There was a lot of choices in the menu, there's something..."
Carlos Severino
"We were two people, we had a great treatment from the Staff, who was lovely, and food amazing. I was impressed by the food 's quantity, usually..."
Serena
"Always incredible food. Bit pricy and can feel a bit crampt sometimes due to the multiple tables in a small space. Definitely worth a visit thought..."
Georgia Spong
"Fantastic service, excellent food. Quality and value for money a stand out. Staff are lovely and managing in this environment it was faultless and..."
Rich Greeves
"Really nice Italian restaurant , lovely inside 2 floors . Extensive menu , steak on lava rock is very good. Decent portions so you won't go hungry...."
Renni Barnett