L'Ulivo
Main info
£21
/
Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian options
23 Villiers St, London
Opening hours
12PM-11PM
- Sunday 12PM-10:30PM
- Monday 12PM-11PM
- Tuesday 12PM-11PM
- Wednesday 12PM-11PM
- Thursday 12PM-11PM
- Friday 12PM-11PM
- Saturday 12PM-11PM
Tucked away amidst the vibrant hustle of London's Leicester Square, this Italian haven, L'ulivo, is a balm to the theatre-weary and the culinary curious. Upon entering, the space radiates warmth, decorated in a manner that is both cozy and inviting. With the open kitchen bustling, there's an air of excitement as luscious aromas mingle with the soft strains of Italian melodies playing in the background. The Caprese salad I ordered was a brilliant display of freshness—ripe, plump tomatoes paired meticulously with flawlessly yielding mozzarella. This appetizer set the tone for an experience defined by enthusiastic menu recitations and deftly curated plates.
Taking on the chef's special risotto was akin to embarking on a rich voyage through deeply satisfying flavors, each spoonful resonating with comforting unity, while the famed rigatoni pasta enveloped my taste buds with its nuanced sausage companion. From fine-tuned cocktails to a hearty welcomed dessert surprise—courtesy of humorous and attentive waitstaff like Raul—the culinary interlude felt both luxurious and sincere, seamlessly embodying Italy’s effervescent soul. While there may be minor glitches—occasional errant seasoning or dish timing anomalies—it's impossible not to champion a venue that's made with such spirit. At L'ulivo, diners become guests, unmasked in their inquisitiveness and exuberance by staff who consistently transform good service into an art form. As I exited under the twinkling city lights, I knew that the intimacy of L’ulivo’s refined authenticity would draw me back to continue my Italian escapade in a corner of London.
Taking on the chef's special risotto was akin to embarking on a rich voyage through deeply satisfying flavors, each spoonful resonating with comforting unity, while the famed rigatoni pasta enveloped my taste buds with its nuanced sausage companion. From fine-tuned cocktails to a hearty welcomed dessert surprise—courtesy of humorous and attentive waitstaff like Raul—the culinary interlude felt both luxurious and sincere, seamlessly embodying Italy’s effervescent soul. While there may be minor glitches—occasional errant seasoning or dish timing anomalies—it's impossible not to champion a venue that's made with such spirit. At L'ulivo, diners become guests, unmasked in their inquisitiveness and exuberance by staff who consistently transform good service into an art form. As I exited under the twinkling city lights, I knew that the intimacy of L’ulivo’s refined authenticity would draw me back to continue my Italian escapade in a corner of London.
How to get there
23 Villiers St, London
London City Airport — 7.71 mi
Charing Cross - 66 yd
