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Porchetta, La - Islington

141-142 Upper Street, London N1 1QY, England
+44 (0)20 7288 2488
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Ranked #3,060 of 9,846 restaurants in London
4.0 of 5 stars 27 Reviews
Price range: 32 AUD - 48 AUD
Cuisines: Italian
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Islington / Clerkenwell
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Parma, Italy
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

i've been to this place thousands of time!!! This is definitely the best pizzeria in London.. better than many other famous places. Don't doubt me, I'm italian. Food is great, the place is nice and warm. Italian staff will serve you, and italian food will come. It's close to Angel that is a great area where you can go shopping... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012

If you want cheap cheerful food in Upper Street, Angel. This place is a good pick. It's not the greatest restaurant that ever lived, but it's good value for money for some authentic pizza or pasta. Rather than going to these horrid chains like Pizza Hut or Dominos. It can get quite noisy in there in the evenings, especially on... More

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

I would not recommend this restaurant. I suffered from severefood poisioning there having eaten vegetairn food and I so disappointed at the lack of acknowledgement by the restaurant. Very poor

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 November 2011

I always enjoy going to Porchetta, you can see the pizza being made in this one of their restaurants. Usually we go with the children, the food is always of good quality and massive portions, it's certainly value for money. The last time I went was with friends and the music was so loud we could hardly hear each other... More

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London, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011

This is an Islington institution. I have been there many times. Went with 3 friends on a Wednesday evening.Staff are friendly and the pizzas are big and tasty. All at a very reasonable price.It can get very busy - but the buzz inside is part of it's charm. I'll visit again no doubt.

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Maidenhead, United Kingdom
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 October 2011

Visited La Porchetta for a family luncheon, its located on a busy road in Islington. Large windows make this place light and airy. Quite a choicey menu and certainly a place for vegetarians I should imagine. There was no Alcohol free beer to be had however so I assume that most Londoners either walk or get Taxi’s out. Service was... More

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London
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2011

A very modern Italian restaurant and probably one of the nicest experiences i’ve had. The choice is huge and after much consideration, I went for the Pollo Pizza which was delicious. Watching the chef at work, I was impressed with the professionalism and efficiency of this chain.

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2011

Three of us, all had pizzas of various types...all outstanding! Good prices. Nice atmosphere, relaxing, quiet.

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London, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2011

I had heard of La Porchetta but had never actually been until I came across it whilst I was out in Upper Street with my niece. The staff were really attentive and brought a high chair for her as soon as I asked for a table for two. I was spoilt for choice when I was handed the menu and... More

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London
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2010

Hmmm...we went out with the intention of having a nice family meal with two small children and their elderly aunt. And having been to La Porchetta in Islington many times before, we thought we knew what to expect. Every thing was a disappointment, but most of all, the fact that a number of tables that arrived after us were all... More

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