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Westminster › The West End › Circolo Popolare 🇮🇹
Circolo Popolare 🇮🇹B-
40-41 Rathbone Pl, London W1T 1HX
· Italian restaurant, European restaurant, Family restaurant
· The West End
A visually striking Italian hotspot with lively vibes, crowd-pleasing pizzas and desserts, but inconsistent mains and service; book ahead and come for the scene more than culinary precision.
The verdict
Circolo Popolare captivates with stunning design and exceptional pizzas, earning its reputation as a Fitzrovia destination for the dramatic interiors and lemon pie moment. Food consistency remains the limiting factor, with recurring reports of uneven pasta execution and service pacing issues that prevent a stronger grade, though strong cocktails and warm hospitality keep it reliably appealing.
One caveat: Pasta consistency varies; some report dry or cold dishes, especially carbonara
What to order
- The Incomparable Lemon Pie
- La Gran Carbonara (tableside in pecorino)
- Pizzas (e.g., Auber-Dreamin, Margherita)
What diners say
- The bottle-lined, immersive room
- Birthday gestures like cards and candles
- Crisp pizzas and aromatic truffle pasta on good nights
Opening Hours
Sunday11:00–22:00
Monday12:00–16:00, 17:00–22:30
Tuesday12:00–16:00, 17:00–22:30
Wednesday12:00–16:00, 17:00–22:30
Thursday12:00–22:30
Friday12:00–22:30
Saturday11:00–22:30
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