Da Maria

£3 - £15 / Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian options

87 Notting Hill Gate, London

Opening hours

9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM

Sunday Closed
Monday 9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM
Tuesday 9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM
Wednesday 9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM
Thursday 9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM
Friday 9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM
Saturday 9AM-4PM & 7PM-10PM

Authentic Italian Flair in Notting Hill

On a quest for authenticity amidst the bustling and eclectic vibes of Notting Hill, I chanced upon a little slice of Neapolitan charm that called itself home. From the first step inside, this enchanting eatery evoked scenes plucked straight from a sun-drenched Italian piazza, albeit accompanied by the hum of Notting Hill bustle. With an interior that marries the rustic tones of Naples to the cosmopolitan flair of London, it cleverly transports diners within a Mediterranean dreamscape. The star of the evening was undoubtedly the gnocchi alla sorrentina, a pillow-soft symphony of textures and flavors that any carb-lover would dream about long after leaving the table.

What truly sets this charming nook apart is not just the food but the spirit embodied by its convivial staff—every plate arrived seasoned with stories from a host as gregarious as he was astute in recommending the best dishes on the menu. Despite some minor seating qualms—requesting tables indoors seemed best left to fate than confirmed booking—it seemed rare to escape Notting Hill without some comic signature. Overall, somewhere between the crisp disfraz made for sharing and a keeper of a limoncello to cap the meal, you get the unmistakable feeling that this place—a little compact but loaded with warmth—will charm you right over with every bite. A hidden delight that lovingly warbles Napoli's culinary heart into London's rhythm, it'll have you dreaming of your next plate before you've even had the bill, exorbitant service charge and all. — Milo Tastemaker