Si Paradiso - Highgate

The bar and wait staff were fantastic. Marcus really went the extra mile to secure a spot for my birthday forum. It's a lovely venue with a unique layout. The only drawback was the bands playing somber or alternative music on a Friday night.

This restaurant is excellent. The fresh Italian ingredients are top-notch, expertly prepared, and bursting with flavor. The staff is friendly and attentive, making for a fantastic dining experience.

However, the real star of the meal for me was the bread. It was perfectly puffed, steaming hot, and seasoned just right with salt—it was fantastic. We paired it with stracciatella, which was creamy, a bit oily, and utterly delicious. Treat yourself and definitely order this!

The bread dough is incredibly tasty with a nice stretchy texture, good combo with the burrata and also as pizza dough. The wood fired oven provided a slightly charred taste with crispy edges. The charcoal grilled fish has the hint of sweetness from the roasted almond, the meat is delicate and soft.

Nice ambiance for a night out for a couple or a group of friends or with a big family. Wait staff were very prompt, efficient and friendly. Service was impeccable. The food a little pricey but it's totally worth it if it's something you can't reproduce at home. The kingfish crudo was light and fresh. The croquettes were crispy, creamy and rich creating an oxymoron of tastes in the mouth. Two in a serve was a little cruel leaving us wanting for more. The Parisian Gnocchi was a delightful surprise. Light, crispy little parcels packed with well balanced flavour. The Pomodoro pizza... ooh. The cherry tomatoes were slightly caramelised which accented the taste of its freshness. The stracciatella cheese and the basil oil almost waltzed at the back of the palette vying for your attention with each mouth full. Overall a very pleasant experience.