Our Reviews and Awards

“This is owned and run by one of the old-timers of the London restaurant scene. A pleasant place composed of a number of rooms with a garden at the back. Alvaro recommended the Zucchini flowers deep fried. I was hypnotised by the chopped chicken livers, capers, garlic on toast.”

Michael Winner, The Sunday Times

“At La Famiglia there was wild strawberry cheesecake, which I chose without expecting much. Geraldine and I raved about our desserts. Michael Linnit had a fruit salad. He took a bite and said ‘I’ve never tasted an apple like that.”

Michael Winner, The Sunday Times

“The food is impeccable. Unbelievably good Tapenade, Fagioli al Fiasco and legumi misti alla grilia started us off perfectly. Jane’s main dish of Calamari e Seppe just drew a “wow” from her and was blackest of black. My spagetti vongole was just as I wanted it to be –slightly salty and very good.”

Sarah Hodgson, The HILL

“Tuscan Alvaro Maccioni is rightly famous for his hospitality and profound knowledge of Italian food. The menu never strays far from his philosophy - good ingredients make great food. Well served on the carnivore front, non-meat eaters are not neglected. Fish is always plentiful and the range of vegetarian and seafood risotto is supplemented by the summer special of strawberry risotto, which, when taken with a glass of chilled Prosecco, is the perfect accompaniment to any love match.”

Martin Saxon, the resident

“La Famiglia is uniquely capable of transporting you to the Tuscan slopes and the ambiance was delightful. One glace at the menu confirms that this is traditionally Tuscan fare. I chose the carabaccia as a starter. This proved a winning choice as the egg was poached to perfection... We will return.”

Richard Hannaford, Food & Wine Ireland