Best Penne in Norwich

7 restaurant menus in United Kingdom, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Paolo's Restaurant
Paolo's Restaurant
100/100 (1550 ratings)
Restaurants
European
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Tiramisu
Chicken Alfredo
Lasagna
Penne
Gnocchi
Meatballs
Linguine
Flan
Penne
Bolognese
Calzone
Pasta
Caprese Salad
Red wine
Lobster ravioli
Lasagne
Puddings
Salad
Espresso Martini
Carbonara
Cake
Calamari
Chocolate Fudge Cake
Chicken Wings
Sea Bass
Risotto
Seabass
Chicken Alfredo
Seafood Linguine
Calamares
Tomato Salad
Cakes
Veal
Salmon
Starter Bruschetta
Linguine Alla Parma
Bruschette
Linguine Al Pollo
Pesto
Proscuitto
Cold Prosecco
Fish
Pollo Alla Gorgonzola
Pork
Prawns
Gorgonzola Spinach
Chicken dishes
Linguine Primavera
Antipasti
Sit down
European
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Mid-range
"Popped in this lunchtime on the off chance that they had a table for the two of us. Fantastic restaurant, very tasty food and the service was..."
Emma Westers
"We ordered one of the specials, the seabass, which did seem very simple in description. Like any good Italian dish, its simplicity was the key to..."
Sertaç Sehlikoglu
"Had a lovely birthday lunch here yesterday with my wife. Excellent service, attentive but not over bearing, professional. Food was very nice, hot and..."
Ian Preston
"Came here with friends for a birthday dinner for my husband. Very intimate setting and beautiful food! The staff were friendly and professional. They..."
Shai Balding
"Lovely food, relaxed atmosphere, very helpful waitress. We are all vegetarian and far from having the usual two or three choices we were advised..."
Anthony Hill
"Great food. Great service. Sea bass was cooked to perfection. We had a party of four and all thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Thank..."
Mionsgate88 88
"Perfect. I felt I could trust that anything I ordered would be of a high quality. Excellent risotto. The lady on front of house was very attentive..."
Kieran Whiting
"Wow.....fantastic freshly cooked Italian. Compliments to the chef as all meals were very tasty, well presented and arrived hot. This is in a great..."
Alan
"Very good food and friendly staff. I recommend..."
Conrado Zanutto
"Absolutely incredible food, and the atmosphere is so beautiful, definitely worth..."
Kyran Read
"11 of us had just main meal and drinks at 6.30 and I was very impressed at the speed of service, quality and quantity of food and price. My wife said..."
Paul Attridge
"Good quality Pizza and Italian. With top level friendly service in an excellent location near the..."
R Morris
"City centre, Italian restaurant, not a chain, all food cooked to order - really good, tasty, and authentic, will defo go..."
Beth Nash
"lovely italian food & very attentive staff! we very much enjoyed our..."
nicola edith
"We took a chance passing through the city, searching for an Italian... absolutely faultless. Honest, tasty, perfectly cooked food. Quick service and..."
Ben Green
"A nice traditional Italian restaurant. Warm & inviting on a cold February evening. Good service, Nice menu with plenty of choice. The calamari was a..."
B Godden
"The meals and service were fantastic! We would 100% come..."
Fallon Cole
Italia Nostra
Italia Nostra
93/100 (709 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Tomato soup
White Bait
Tiramisu
Spaghetti Napolitana
Lasagne
Carbonara and Garlic Bread
Carbonara
Antipasto Della
Key lime pie
Cheesecake
Tiramisú
Cakes
Mousse Au Chocolat
Pesto
Pancakes
Bruschetta
Fish
Pasta
Profiteroles
Mousse au chocolat
Risotto
Profiteroles
Key Lime Pie
Bruschetta
Sea Bass
Spaghetti carbonara
Whitebait
Lasagna
Cheesecake
Veal
Sea Bass
Lava Cake
Prawns
Afogato
Penne
Juice
Spaghetti Bolognese Pasta
European
Italian
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Full Bar
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Mid-range
"What a gem this place is. By far the best Italian food we have ever eaten...ever! It was quiet in the restaurant which was good for us as we could..."
BEDSBOYCIE
"Had the most amazing food. We had 3 risottos, aubergine bake, chicken and mushroom pasta, and chicken with red peppers. The food was freshly cooked..."
Helen Fox
"The food was fantastic and the service great. We enjoyed eating in this restaurant. Thanks for the lovely evening. The restaurant is decorated in a..."
Denise Steinbach
"Fantastic Italian meal, but so wanted more atmosphere and experience to take home and give this place 5-stars. Our maitrê-d' was extremely polite,..."
Pelican Reviews
"Waitress was extremely kind and reservation by email was fast. Very reasonably priced for quality..."
Brogan de Havilland
"Great restaurant, it has a welcoming atmosphere and you are greeted by the Italian owner warmly. Food is freshly cooked and delicious, the wine was..."
Andrew Beresford
"My partner and her Aunt and Uncle enjoyed a lovely meal here on a Thursday evening. The service was excellent - not pushy, but always attentive and..."
Jesse Tindall
"Bottle of red? Bottle of white? It all depends upon your appetite. I’ll meet you anytime you want, in this fantastic Italian..."
Rory Jobson
"The waitress is very friendly ! The dish is also very yummy the flavour of the dish is fantastic and is perfectly cooked and the restaurant is a..."
Fung Chan
"Top quality traditional Italian restaurant. Had a wonderful Spaghetti Bolognese and a cheesecake. Will definitely..."
James Tidd
Italia Nostra
Italia Nostra
90/100 (2142 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Italian
Mediterranean
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
European
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lasagna
Whitebait
Sea Bass
Veal
Tiramisu
Lava Cake
Penne
Afogato
Juice
Spaghetti Bolognese Pasta
White Bait
Tomato soup
Lasagne
Spaghetti Napolitana
Carbonara
Carbonara and Garlic Bread
Chicken Wings
Pancakes
Antipasto Della
Key lime pie
Pasta
Risotto
Cheesecake
Cakes
Profiteroles
Tiramisú
Bruschette
Mousse Au Chocolat
Pesto
Bruschetta
Fish
Cheesecake
Profiteroles
Mousse au chocolat
Key Lime Pie
Bruschetta
Spaghetti carbonara
Prawns
Sea Bass
Sit down
European
Italian
Mediterranean
Reservations
Table Service
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Mid-range
"We love this place it very homely,excellent food and plenty of it. The staff are very..."
Tracey Morrison
"This is my 3rd visit, and I was not disappointed, food is always authentic and delicious, service is very good, atmosphere relaxing you never feel..."
Carol Palmer
"Fantastic food excellent service will definitely..."
Tony Mattocks
"Lovely intimate restaurant. Authentic with lovely..."
Kerry Ansell
"Beautiful food, fantastic service, a lovely evening all..."
Libby Johnson
"Best Italian in Norwich with a few wines you don't find in many other..."
Malene Bloomfield Feddersen
"We had a wonderful meal at Italia Nostra last night. Everything is very reasonably priced and delicious, plus the atmosphere is very peaceful. Some..."
Emily Rivers
"Great food, service and dining experience. Loved..."
Chris Holl
"Thanks for a great night , everything from food to service and atmosphere could not be faulted , will be back..."
Ann Allbury
"Very good food, fisch Very good and not expensive ! I came back early all ok bye alla people, sorry my..."
Mario Vassanelli
"Really enjoyed dinner here with my mum and granny 😄 amazing service and delightful..."
Rosie Schofield
"One of the best Italian restaurant I've been to in Norwich. The couple who own the place are Italian themselves, and it shows in the authentic..."
T. B.
"What a gem this place is. By far the best Italian food we have ever eaten...ever! It was quiet in the restaurant which was good for us as we could..."
BEDSBOYCIE
"Fantastic Italian meal, but so wanted more atmosphere and experience to take home and give this place 5-stars. Our maitrê-d' was extremely polite,..."
Pelican Reviews
"Had a beautiful meal here yesterday evening before going to the Theatre. I had the Lasagna, my mum had the Cannelloni and her friend had a Penne..."
Chr1ssy B86
"Stopped in for date night on a freezing december evening. The restaurant was cosy and warm and you're met with the smell of amazing Italian..."
T G
"Great local Italian restaurant, please give it a try, lovely atmosphere too. Staff are attentive..."
Paul Yaxley
"Had the most amazing food. We had 3 risottos, aubergine bake, chicken and mushroom pasta, and chicken with red peppers. The food was freshly cooked..."
Helen Fox
"The food was fantastic and the service great. We enjoyed eating in this restaurant. Thanks for the lovely evening. The restaurant is decorated in a..."
Denise Steinbach
"Our first visit to this restaurant. We enjoyed the fact that it was small, creating a very comfortable atmosphere. The main courses are mixture of..."
Ray Parker
Pinocchios Restaurant
Pinocchios Restaurant
87/100 (1394 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Southern-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Sicilian
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Espresso Martini
Bruschette
Linguine Allo Scoglio
Pesto
Spaghetti with Meatballs
Pizza
Steak Dinner
Penne
Tiramisu
Seafood Soup
Aperol Spritz
Salmon Tagliatelle
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Lemon Ice Cream
Carbonara Pasta
Escargot
Fillet Steak on Lava Rock
Lasagne
Bruschetta Pomodoro E Salmone Affumicato
Pasta
Salad
Carbonara
Tiramisú
Paella
Risotto
Jambalaya
Escargot
Mussels
Tagliatelle
Jambalaya
Salmon
Paella
Penne
Cake
Onion Soup
Snails
Veal
Cheesecake
Mushroom Risotto
Sit down
Mediterranean
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
European
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Seating
Reservations
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I don't usually bother with reviews after a meal, but after my visit had to make an exception. Had a fantastic experience at Pinocchio's on a recent..."
Dave Bunting
"My wife and I went for a meal last night. I have never been here before and had been given a few mixed reviews so was a little apprehensive. I..."
Tim Brown
"Fabulous meal at Pinocchio's tonight! If you like delicious freshly cooked food with fresh ingredients and genuine Italian food this is the place to..."
Mary Jafferson
"Lovely food as always, house wine goes down very well. They also do volcano steak, we might try that next time but I just love the lasagne. No room..."
Miranda Lambert
"After visiting tonight for our first time, myself and my partner were very impressed. The food was by far the best I'd had in a very long time and..."
Sam Sexton
"Visited for hen party meal last night , great service and food. Thumbs up from whole..."
Sarah Green
"Top quality and amazing service. I went there for my birthday and they did everything to make the evening special. I shall definitely be returning..."
Lorina Queenie Frost
"Food was great. We both had the Volcanic steak, portions where good sizes! Followed by pudding. Both course came out really quickly and we couldn't..."
Hannah Woodward
"Lovely authentic Italian restaurant. Service was brilliant. Food was amazing. Definitely recommend. And I will be going..."
Clare Tyrrell
"We went there with friends last Saturday night and we all had the steak sizzler which you cook on hot stones . Was absolutely delicious my..."
Ralph Garfield
"outstanding service and quality food... great atmosphere too ... we love this..."
John Clarke
"Recommended by our friends who took us there Saturday evening. Lovely decor, very happy friendly staff and food was amazing. 100% happy � will be..."
Georgina Drake
"Thoroughly enjoyed our visit . Lovely atmosphere, great food & staff . Will definitely return soon..."
Victor Grebo
"We've been a couple of times and we love the place. We were visiting husband's university town which is now my son's university town 30 years later...."
Jenine Pickering
"Lovely meal, attentive staff and great..."
Kerry Grant
"Well worth the money get lots of food was rich creamy sauce lovely porcini mushrooms would defiantly go back more..."
Holly Clark
"Everything is just perfect, food was great ( I ordered Risotto), the price is reasonable, the service is just beyond perfect. Me and my friends were..."
Charlie Hsu
"This is such a fantastic non chain Italian restaurant in Norwich. The food and service is very good. The pizza, salad and Tiramisu is fantastic!..."
Leo Papadopoulos
"Truly awesome experience Love Italian food and pinocchios didn't..."
Marc Schwartz
"We visited here 7/11/23 for my sons 18th birthday . The atmosphere and service were both excellent . The food was fresh , delicious and the menu is..."
Faye Colts
"Thank you Pinocchio's for making my daughter's 30th Birthday party a real lovely celebration 🎉🎉....you prepared the most wonderful food for a..."
Janet Dodd
"my boyfriend took me here for my birthday & we had a lovely time! every member of staff was so kind and accommodating and the food was delicious! we..."
nicola edith
"Our first visit to this restaurant and we will definitely return. The service was great, the food was delicious. We both had pizza and it was proper..."
Michael Hill
"An outstanding restaurant where the service was attentive but not intrusive and the food was insanely delicious. Would definitely recommend and we..."
Stephanie Gilmour
"We had a great evening. The food, service and atmosphere were great. Would definitely recommend if you are fancying an Italian and are in the area...."
Jodie Hubble
"Visited recently and had a very accommodating evening. Beautiful setting with authentic Italian style dining. All waiting staff were very attentive..."
hannah harper
"The restaurant is in a good location, easy to reach and plenty of public parking nearby. There was a lot of choices in the menu, there's something..."
Carlos Severino
"We were two people, we had a great treatment from the Staff, who was lovely, and food amazing. I was impressed by the food 's quantity, usually..."
Serena
"Always incredible food. Bit pricy and can feel a bit crampt sometimes due to the multiple tables in a small space. Definitely worth a visit thought..."
Georgia Spong
"Fantastic service, excellent food. Quality and value for money a stand out. Staff are lovely and managing in this environment it was faultless and..."
Rich Greeves
"Really nice Italian restaurant , lovely inside 2 floors . Extensive menu , steak on lava rock is very good. Decent portions so you won't go hungry...."
Renni Barnett
The Harte
The Harte
87/100 (773 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
British
Bar
British
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Chocolate Tart with Chocolate Ice Cream
Chocolate Brownie
Adnams Ghost Ship
Foie Gras
Foie gras
Roast beef dinner
Beer
Cheese burger
Ginger Pudding and Custard
Penne
Sit down
Bar
British
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I've been a few times, partner always here for drinks. Always a friendly welcome, food very nice and hot, would highly recommend for Sunday roasts..."
Lee
"UPDATE So having had such a lovely time we returned a couple of weeks later for another Sunday roast, this time I had the chargrilled roast chicken..."
Mick Smithson
"Pub is better than it looks! Food choices were minimal but tasted great, prices were low too, very..."
David Scott
"Stopped in on a Sunday after a round of golf down the road. Hadn't made a booking but it was fairly quiet. Service was good and quick. We had two..."
Stuart Munns
"Good pub, nice open fire, good food and beer and at very reasonable prices. Very friendly, we will be..."
Neil Parsons
"A very nice friendly pub which I will be visiting this time. I didn't have food this time but probably will next..."
Fred Morris
"Had a couple of drinks and a meal here tonight after dropping our daughter at UEA. Very friendly and helpful landlord / lady. Very good three course..."
Neil Chatterton
"Good proper pub food,great beer and friendly staff,a proper..."
Sean Clark
"Lovely warm welcome. Lovely lady who greeted us was friendly and helpful too. Lovely food and reasonably priced too. Will go again to try the..."
James Ransom
"Took our Aunt out for a meal with my sister. The food was fantastic. There was a great menu to choose from. Staff were very friendly. Good choice of..."
Sheryl Wiseman
"Lovely welcome from the landlord and landlady. Amazing Christmas meal, all food plentiful hot and served very well. Also very tasty too! Vegan..."
Jay Warnes
"Popped in a couple of times as I was living local for a short time - like lovely people running the pub , made to feel very welcome - nice selection..."
clive hodge
"It's a long time since I visited the Harte. Today, my wife and I had a light lunch and drinks. Excellent! Friendly welcome. Nice food. Well kept ale..."
Mel Lacey
"We went on Saturday night and had a lovely meal. The ribeye steak was cooked to perfection. Thanks to all at the..."
Melisa Ford
"The most delicious Sunday lunch we’ve had in a long time. Friendly and attentive service. Good quality traditional meals made with..."
H P
"Delicious roast dinner and dessert, both reasonably priced. We will definitely come..."
Suzie Knight
"Really great pub, the owners are really friendly and although I don’t go regularly they are always welcoming. Have been here for food a few times..."
David B
"Excellent food in a friendly, comfortable, relaxing..."
mark bolton
Bella Italia
Bella Italia
86/100 (4224 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Brunch
Drinks
After-hours
Bruschette
Sausage
Burger Toppings
Pesto
Beer Pint
Bruschetta
Barbecue Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Spaghetti Lenticchie
Garlic bread
Carbonara Pasta and Chicken
Burger
Prawns
Vegetariano Pizza
Penne
Garlic Mozzarella Flatbread
Chocolate Brownie
Ciabatta Dough Balls
Beef
Tiramisu
Tiramisú
Meatballs
Lasagne
Meatballs
Bolognese
Calamari
Lasagne
Bruschetta
Pasta
Carbonara
Calzone
Salad
Gelato
Cake
Calamari
Lamb
Risotto
Pappardelle
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Mastercard
Visa
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
American Express
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"On arrival we were 30 mins early , the staff were not put out by this and seated us promptly. Very curtious waitress showed us to our table , drinks..."
Jase Unsworth
"I rarely write reviews of restaurants - but the service and food I had last night at Bella Italia in Riverside deserves one. Despite the place being..."
Caroline Butler
"Thank you to all the staff working this Sunday evening, was attending a big meal with friends and my 18 month old little boy decided to throw the..."
Amy Johnson
"This Italian restaurant provided an exceptional dining experience. From the moment we walked in, the warm and welcoming atmosphere set the tone for..."
Grace Sherin
"We were served by a lovely young lad, his name slips my mind but he was fantastic. He was smiling and always made sure we had everything we needed...."
Marie Rennie
"Bella Italia is my preferred destination for enjoying simple Italian dishes. The establishment boasts a charming and spacious decor that I find..."
Kyle Yeoh
"The whole experience from the start was absolutely brilliant, we were served throughout by a lovely girl called Chelsea. She asked straight away..."
Megan Baker
"We had a really lovely family meal at Bella Italia Riverside. The food was delicious and the staff were wonderfully friendly, especially Reuben who..."
Becky
"We enjoyed an evening at Bella Italia Riverside Norwich with Calzone and Meat Feast Pizza. Both the items were amazing. The cookie dough at the..."
Chandrani Neogy
"Chelsea was brilliant. She put up with a lot of grief from two male customers and kept her cool. She was running round looking after everyone and..."
anelise chapman
"Chelsea was brilliant. she was lovely and she always made sure we had everything we needed. she made us feel welcome and even moved us to a different..."
Sophie Haggith
"Was pretty busy but not overly so for a Friday evening. Waitress was helpful in working out best of the deals and voucher we had. Most food was..."
Robert Wilson
"Excellent meal. Very hot and not a long wait. Our only quibble it wasn't stated that Blue light cards cannot be used when ordering off the Select..."
Cindy Aldridge
"We had such a lovely evening! There are loads of veggie options available which is great, and the cocktails were genuinely so nice. Really well..."
Emma Hunter
"Excellent service Food was excellent and hot. Lovely and clean. Highly Recommend. Thank you for making us..."
Lisa Marie Wesley
"Bella Italia has very good simple dishes that satisfy the most demanding tastes. It was Monday at dinner and it was quiet which it was lovely because..."
Erikiux S.
"We came to Bella Italia for my birthday. The service and atmosphere was amazing. The food was incredible and catered well to Mums gluten intolerance,..."
Laura Campbell
Prezzo
Prezzo
75/100 (1007 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Meat Pizza
Espresso Coffee
Breaded Mozzarella
Prawns
Chicken Bacon Advacado Salad
Hummus
Meatballs Parmigiana
Tiramisu
Calabrese Burger
Meatballs
Gluten Free Carbonara
Cheesecakes
Garlic Bread with Onions
Carbonara
Prosciutto
Tiramisú
Prosciutto
Salad
Calamari
Hummus
Risotto
Risotto
Pesto
Calamares
Spaghetti carbonara
Salmon
Spaghetti Bolognese
Penne
Red wine
Cheesecake
"Took my partner here for date night and we both really enjoyed the meals and service by staff. Really recommend and its not expensive..."
Sean Heath
"Delicious food at a very good price! Recommended for a last minute meal after late night..."
Allan Cawley
"Lovely food and a lively place, suitable for families though the food is more adult. Better suited to a romantic evening or a meal with in-laws. They..."
Widge Savage
"We got a voucher to use for a set two course meal with a glass of wine and it was really fantastic value for money. They let one of my friends even..."
Staryeyedtraveler
"Great service, friendly staff and lovely food. The chocolate brownie dome was so..."
Zoe Ball
"I always dine-in here. Probably 3 to 4 times a month. I go here for convenience because of it's location, the value for money and of course the..."
E Evangelista
"Very quiet for New Years Day lunchtime but fine for us. It had been hard to find places open in Norwich today. Reasonably priced & tasty food was..."
Jacqui E-H
"Always a great meal here! Very friendly and helpful waiting staff (even on the occasions when I have used discount vouchers and Groupon's). In my..."
Ben G
"I went there for dinner and had enjoy a nice dinner. We have a half price coupon so the value is unbeatable. They also have a 2 courses meal option..."
Martin Chan
"Friendly staff, drinks and starters delivered in good time, and the mains after a suitable interval. No complaints about the food, or the staff. I..."
Mick Pelling