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Rossella - Kentish Town

4.8 (1557)
£26 to £40
Italian
103 Highgate road, London, NW5 1TR

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Rossella - Kentish Town

4.8
£26 to £40
Italian
Kentish Town

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood 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.

2012: Luca seized the chance to open his own restaurant, naming it after the original Rossella in homage to his roots, and was swiftly embraced by the Kentish Town community. The same family feel, simple classic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients, and wine from the family vineyard in Benevento.

2026: the Rossella family grew with a second home in Muswell Hill.

Dogs welcome. OpenTable Top 100 every year from 2018 to 2023.

Gift vouchers for both restaurants: rossella.giftpro.co.uk

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:15 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Frank Sinatra - Stevie Kay

    £5.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 6 people

    Nov 23, 2026 only
    We’re thrilled to host a Frank Sinatra Tribute Night featuring the incredible Stevie Kay! 📅 When: 7:00 PM - 9 PM 📍 Where: Rossella NW5 Guests are welcome from 6:00 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.
    Frank Sinatra - Stevie Kay Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Rossella - Kentish Town.

4.8

4.8
(1557)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • North London

    Kid-friendly

  • North London

    Neighborhood gem

  • North London

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rossella in Kentish Town is a charming local Italian restaurant offering "great food, great value, and friendly staff." Guests rave about its "excellent atmosphere," "lovely vibe," and "professional service." The menu features delicious options, including standout lasagne, making it a "perfect choice" for celebrations or casual dining alike.
1,557 Reviews
  1. Theresa

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic experience! The staff are exceptional, the food is just the best, and so flavoursome and fresh, and the ambiance is exquisite. Highly recommended, and there is nowhere else like this amazing restaurant.

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  2. Wendy

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lovely birthday dinner with friends. On arrival I was seated quickly and ordered a drink whilst waiting for my friends to arrive. Ordered starters to share which were delicious especially the calamari. Ordered drinks which arrived promptly and the had our mains which were absolutely delicious we all spoke about how good the food was and what a lovely place to meet up in.
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you Wendy. We are delighted that you enjoyed your birthday dinner with us. Your lovely comments mean so much to us. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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  3. Helen

    London5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was OK, service was good. Extremely friendly staff who remembered that it was our anniversary which was lovely.
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you Helen. We appreciate the feedback. Would love to discuss where we could get better with the food. Please feel free to contact us with your feedback. Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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  4. susan

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely gorgeous. Staff were very lovely, attentive and calm - perfect choice for a birthday meal
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded on October 28, 2026
    Thank you Susan for your lovely review. We love the red too. Thank you for your comments re our team member. We love to hear stuff like this. Kind Regards The Rossella Team.

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  5. Kairit

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time visit, a nice restaurant, good service. The prices were very reasonable. The food was OK, we had 3 courses each and a few dishes were very good, a few were average. A really nice ambience though, seemed very popular with locals. I would recommend.
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded on October 28, 2026
    Thank you Karit for your review. You have given us food for thought. We would love for you to give us another try soon so we can push that up to a 5* next time. We feel confident we can do this. Thanks for dining with us. We really hope to see you again. Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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  6. Marzia

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a really lovely meal and the service was very good; the room we would definitely recommend and will go back again
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded on October 21, 2026
    Thank you Marzia. We are already looking forward to your next visit. Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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  7. melanie Gold

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal in a buzzy restaurant but avoid the rhum baba which is from a packet!
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded on October 28, 2026
    Hi Melanie. Thank you for your 5* review. We are sorry that you did not enjoy the Rhum Baba. Hopefully you will try something else the next time you come. In the meantime thank you for the feedback and we hope to see you again soon. Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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  8. Kat

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had absolutely marvellous time at Rosella Kentish Town yesterday. Why this place doesn’t have a Michelin star is a mystery. The food was a feast of flavours, textures and presentation. Arancini, tiger prawns, garlic bread, salmon with done heavenly pink pepper sauce, cod with capers and chocolate mousse were A+++! The service is incredibly warm and attentive and the decor is very stylish, chic, romantic and beautifully lit. Absolutely delightful, magical place! Thank you!
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded on October 21, 2026
    My Goodness - thank you Kat. What lovely words and what a fantastic review. We feel proud but also humbled by your words. WE are so delighted that you found us and we look forward to being your favourite well into the future. Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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  9. Christopher

    London5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I do find the place lovely we often go for our birthday dinner only thing last year I got my dessert birthday treat free this year I had to pay

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  10. Roger

    London18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rossella is just the perfect Italian restaurant. No more to say .
    Rossella - Kentish TownResponded on October 21, 2026
    Thank you Roger. Says it all really....... Kind Regards The Rossella Team

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–10:15 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Entertainment, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Rossella feels like a warm, family‑run trattoria, bright, airy dining rooms with a convivial, welcoming buzz and an open kitchen where guests can watch dishes being prepared.

At Rossella, weekday lunch is a great bet for value, while weekday evenings, especially on pre‑gig nights, bring a buzzy, lively atmosphere.

Portions are generally generous, guests frequently describe dishes as plentiful, with pizzas called 'huge' and many saying they left comfortably full.

Yes, Rossella suits a special evening, with an intimate, welcoming atmosphere and guests reporting anniversary dinners and romantic themed evenings (for example, an opera night).

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothing is entirely appropriate for a visit to Rossella.

If you want live Italian entertainment, visit on the monthly Monday when Rossella hosts its entertainment night.

Private dining isn't part of Rossella’s offering, private parties are not available, with the focus on the open dining room and convivial neighbourhood atmosphere.

Rossella is owned by Luca Meola, the restaurant is the pride and joy of local resident and owner Luca Meola, who opened his own restaurant in 2011.

Homemade Tiramisu is a recurring favourite at Rossella, the menu lists Homemade Tiramisu and multiple guests praise it as a must‑try.

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Rossella - Kentish Town

4.8
£26 to £40
Italian
Kentish Town

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
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