Vecchio Parioli

£24 - £32 / Italian, Vegetarian options

129 Aldersgate St, London

Opening hours

12PM-3PM & 5:30PM-11PM

Sunday Closed
Monday 12PM-3PM & 5:30PM-11PM
Tuesday 12PM-3PM & 5:30PM-11PM
Wednesday 12PM-3PM & 5:30PM-11PM
Thursday 12PM-3PM & 5:30PM-11PM
Friday 12PM-3PM & 5:30PM-11PM
Saturday 5PM-11PM

Vecchio Parioli exudes authentic Italian charm with its classic decor characterized by terracotta tiles and dark wood finishes, paired with white tablecloths that might remind one of traditional trattorias. Operating for over seventy years, this restaurant has become a cherished part of the local dining landscape. The menu focuses on central Italian cuisine, highlighting dishes such as excellent risottos, homemade tiramisu, gambas in tomato and garlic sauce, and a noteworthy array of pastas including a standout sausage and tomato pasta. Attentive service further elevates the dining experience, though the restaurant can get busy, often buzzing with conversation in an intimately arranged setting. Whether you're craving robust house wines or a quick meal before a Barbican concert, Vecchio Parioli offers a quaint throwback to a familial and warm dining environment. Always bustling and atmospheric, reservations are encouraged to ensure a seamless dining experience in what has grown to be a staple for many loyal patrons.