Zizzi

£11 - £20 / Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian options

20 Bow St, London

Awards

Excellent Pizza Rustica 2024

Opening hours

11:30AM-11PM

Sunday 11:30AM-10PM
Monday 11:30AM-10PM
Tuesday 11:30AM-10PM
Wednesday 11:30AM-10PM
Thursday 11:30AM-10PM
Friday 11:30AM-11PM
Saturday 11:30AM-11PM

Impeccable Service and Delectable Gluten-Free Choices

Stepping into this Zizzi's location feels like diving into a well-awaited family gathering, where each corner exudes warmth enhanced by candlelit tables and charming interior touches reminiscent of an Italian courtyard. Patricia greeted us with the enthusiasm of someone genuinely happy to see old friends, setting a welcoming tone that carried through the meal. The menu offers a blend of anticipated favorites and inventive options, particularly focusing on vegetarian and gluten-free adaptations. The carbonara—accompanied by expertly suggested wine pairings from Mo—was an exemplar of Zizzi’s flair for balancing traditional tastes with modern dietary conscious cooking. In a city peppered with culinary highs, this location achieves a delicate equilibrium between familiar comforts and slight adventurous takes, making it suited for a casual meet-up or special celebrations.

The team at Zizzi is nothing short of a marvel—even during a bustling service, staff members like Asman and Lamek navigate complex seating arrangements and supply custom requests with tact and patience. Their vibrant spirit trickles down from culinary hosts concocting surprising hits in vegan lasagna to others attending promptly to initial hiccups, ensuring any discomfort is swiftly soothed. From autumnal decorations mirroring the hues outside to people who rise above by personalizing each guest’s journey, this outlet delivers on its promise of a memorable Italian dining option in London. Even if the occasional oversight sneaks in, such as a sluggish drink order here and there, it vanishes quickly against the backdrop of personalized service and thoughtful dining experiences rooted in genuine efforts and joyful ambiance. — Clarissa Cuisinier