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Rossella, London,

Rossella

4.8
4.8
1353 Reviews
£25 and under
Italian
103 Highgate road, London, NW5 1TR

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Rossella is the pride and joy of owner and local Kentish Town resident Luca Meola, the result of family tradition dating back decades:

1960: the Meola family opened the first Rossella restaurant in Benevento, Italy, combining products from their family vineyard with their love for food.

1978: Luca’s father moved to the UK, made London his home and opened a trattoria where young Luca learned the ropes and discovered his talent for cooking.

2011: Luca seized the chance to open his own restaurant aged just nineteen, naming it after the original Rossella restaurant in homage to his roots, and was swiftly embraced by the Kentish Town community. Not only linked by name, they share the same family feel, passion for simple classic Italian dishes with fresh ingredients, not to mention wine from the same family vineyard in Benevento!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 10:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Luca Meola
  • Catering
    We offer outside catering for all kinds of events, please contact us at contact@rossella.co.uk to discuss further.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private hire and events, please contact us at contact@rossella.co.uk to discuss further.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    Kentish Town
  • Parking details
    There is free street parking available after 7.00pm and pay and display meters during the day.
  • Public transit
    Both Kentish Town underground and Gospel Oak overground are within 5 minutes walking distance. Alternatively bus stops are located nearby with busses C2 & 214 passing.Closest parking spots: You can park on Lady Somerset Road (less than 5min walk) after 6pm, before this time there is a pay & display in front of 70, highgate Road (less than 5min walk) otherwise Chetwynd Road (5min walk) after 12pm.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Rossella's Pasta & Wine Tasting Menu

    £79.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 28, 2025 only
    Multiple times
    Join us for an exclusive Pasta & Wine Tasting Menu on Monday, April 28th at 7:00 PM. For £79 per person, enjoy a memorable evening hosted by Michael, a seasoned expert with over 40 years of experience in the food and wine industry. Don’t miss out on this special event! Guests will enjoy a six-course meal with four handmade pasta dishes, a tasty antipasti selection, and a classic Italian dessert. Each course is paired with a 50ml glass of carefully chosen wine to enhance the flavours. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to enjoy handmade Italian dishes, expertly paired with wines and guided by one of the UK’s top wine specialists. Vegetarian menu available upon request.
    Rossella's Pasta & Wine Tasting Menu photo
  • A Night at the Opera

    £5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 19, 2025 only
    We’re thrilled to host A Night at the Opera featuring the incredible opera singer Yuri Sabatini. 📅 When: 7:30 PM - 9 PM 📍 Where: Rossella NW5 Guests are welcome from 6:30 PM to settle in and start their dining experience. We are offering a special set menu with two courses for £30 or three courses for £37.
    A Night at the Opera photo
  • Claudio & Rafialle

    £5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 23, 2025 only
    Join us for an unforgettable evening of live music featuring the incredible Claudio, one of the UK's top accordion players, and Rafialle on the classic Italian mandolino! 📅 When: 7:30 PM - 9 PM 📍 Where: Rossella NW5 Guests are welcome from 6:30 PM to settle in and start their dining experience. We are offering a special set menu with two courses for £30 or three courses for £37.
    Claudio & Rafialle photo

What 1,353 people are saying

Rossella reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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Loved For

  • North London

    Best Value

  • North London

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • North London

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rossella is a charming, family-owned Italian restaurant known for its "amazing food" and "friendly, attentive service." Guests praise the "buzzing atmosphere" and "excellent value," with standout dishes like fresh pasta and homemade tiramisu. Ideal for both family gatherings and business meetings, Rossella is a beloved local gem.
1,353 Reviews
  1. Donna

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So lovely to visit an independent, authentic Italian. We felt like we were on holiday! Food was delicious, ambience perfect and staff unbelievably friendly. We bought a bottle of the meloncello to take away, it was so tasty!
    RossellaResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you Donna. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your meal at Rossella. We hope you enjoyed your Meloncello. Regards The Rossella Team

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  2. Bonnie

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. We went with the kids and they were so accommodating. Excellent food, and we spend a lot of time in Italy with Nonna and Nonno , so we know !! We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!!
    RossellaResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you Bonnie for your lovely review. We pride ourselves on being family friendly at Rossella. We are delighted you enjoyed your time with us. Regards The Rossella Team

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  3. Lusenda

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Lovely service. Would recommend as a place for all occasions.

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  4. Alexander

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first visit to Rossella was a triumph. I sought a convenient restaurant for a lunch meeting with a client. I was offered a table where we had a private conversation. Rossella's is family owned and fun like a restaurant you would find in Italy. Good food, wine from the family vineyard and service from engaging staff. The restaurant was busy for a Monday but not noisy and, mercifully, no musak! It was an ideal venue for my meeting and most enjoyable experience.

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  5. Martin VIP

    London107 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Buzzing family run restaurant, busy early Wednesday evening, everything as it should be

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  6. Harp

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place, amazing people, amazing food. I love this place!

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  7. Jonathan VIP

    London41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another brilliant evening at Rossella's. It never disappoints!

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  8. Alison

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistently brilliant - love this place …the food and the people!

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  9. Liz VIP

    London16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous as usual. We eat at Rossella at least twice a month.

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  10. Jackie

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a great little find for dinner before a gig at the O2 Kentish Town. The food was fabulous and the service was superb. Definitely recommend
    RossellaResponded on April 5, 2025
    Thank you Jackie. Hope you enjoyed your concert as much as your meal in Rossella. See you again soon we hope. Regards The Rossella Team

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FAQs

Rossella offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats. Rossella also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7267 9797.

Rossella is rated 4.8 stars by 1353 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United Kingdom
  3. London
  4. North London
  5. Kentish Town

Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Rossella

103 Highgate road, London, NW5 1TR

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Kentish Town
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 10:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is free street parking available after 7.00pm and pay and display meters during the day.
  • Public transit
    Both Kentish Town underground and Gospel Oak overground are within 5 minutes walking distance. Alternatively bus stops are located nearby with busses C2 & 214 passing.Closest parking spots: You can park on Lady Somerset Road (less than 5min walk) after 6pm, before this time there is a pay & display in front of 70, highgate Road (less than 5min walk) otherwise Chetwynd Road (5min walk) after 12pm.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Luca Meola
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We offer outside catering for all kinds of events, please contact us at contact@rossella.co.uk to discuss further.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private hire and events, please contact us at contact@rossella.co.uk to discuss further.
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