Carluccio's Waterloo

I went to a different Carluccio's in London and had an excellent experience there, but our waiter here was not great. First, he took down my main dish incorrectly and we didn't get any compensation for it for not sending it back. Then he brought me a large glass of wine when I had asked for a small one (I didn't realize I had received a large until the bill came). Lastly, he said he was going... more

Ugggh....want a quick coffee? Don't bother coming here then. Very busy, lots of staff, and all menu items as they normally are at any Carluccio's. The problem is that the strategy for actually serving people is a bit wayward. On my last visit, I was asked to see myself to a table. Absolutely fine so far.

After about ten minutes, someone came to the table and assured me my coffee was on the... more

My favorite meal while in London in the £-££ range!

Every restaurant we try, we try because it offers gluten free options (that actually sound appetizing). They offer both a gluten free menu and a dairy free menu.

I ordered the pan fried Branzino with sautéed spinach. I asked for the puttanesca sauce on top and it was delicious! For dessert, my mother and I shared the passion fruit meringue... more

Gave this a try after arriving at Waterloo following a long haul flight. Looked inviting enough.

Service friendly but a bit on the slow side. OK for me as I needed to unwind but would be an issue if you were a bit hurried.

Good selection of food and drink and the set menu appears to be of reasonably good value if you are hungry enough for it.

In the end, not a place to go out of your way... more

Were ok with us just having a drink here without the pressure of having to eat. Free wi fi always a plus especially in a place which you would probably use for

business meetings given the location. Waiting staff polite and prompt with service.

Didn't sample food, maybe next time! more