Let us introduce you to Zonzo, an authentic, family-run Italian restaurant close to Edgware Road underground station in West London, with a passion for wood-fired pizzas. The vibe here is all about casual dining in a cosy environment with a dedicated team who love what they do.
The space is just the right amount of intimate, with an eclectic mix of decor spanning a textured, statement bar, purple-tinted mood lighting and glamorous chandelier swinging overhead, bringing together the kind of ambience you might find in a small trattoria down a Roman side street.
If you love Italian food - and, really, who doesn't? - you'll adore the selection of quality, home-cooked fare here, which spans far and wide with an almost never-ending menu. As Zonzo is open from mid-morning until late, come day or night the team are ready and waiting to rustle up something special for you.
You might want to start with some classic antipasti, like homemade bruschetta, slices of fresh melon wrapped in parma ham, or mussels in roasted garlic, before considering a fresh salad with options like smoked salmon, green beans, rocket and avocado, or perhaps buffalo mozzarella with vine tomatoes. Moving on, and true fans of Italian cuisine will no doubt opt for a pasta course. We like the sound of well-loved classics like spaghetti carbonara with smoked bacon, fresh eggs and cream, alongside linguine vongole and new favourites like homemade flat pasta with chicken, mushrooms and tomato sauce.
Of course, you can't visit Zonzo without trying one of their legendary wood-fired pizzas and no matter your tastes, the team have created flavour combinations to suit all. Think the Ruspante with spicy chicken, mushrooms and sweet peppers, as well as the Calzone Zonzo with pepperoni, ham, mushrooms, onions, mozzarella and bolognese sauce. But, even if classic Italian dishes aren't your thing, there's a curated selection of gourmet burgers whet your whistle, dripping with melted cheese, fried mushrooms and options for tender beef or chicken.