Italian restaurants

The Italian Bakery

4.8 278 reviews 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM 9, Market Parade, Forest Rd, London E17 6DY, United Kingdom

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If you're in London and craving authentic Italian cuisine, look no further than The Italian Bakery. Nestled at 9 Market Parade, this charming eatery specializes in Neapolitan-style pizza that has garnered rave reviews from patrons. Holly Gramazio highlights the restaurant's flexibility with its portion sizes—perfect for both indulgent dining and lighter appetites. Mariola Pajda appreciates the delicious pizzas and competitive pricing, while Jakub praises their 9-inch pizzas crafted from authentic Caputo flour, emphasizing the crispy dough and flavorful toppings, particularly the pork fennel sausage.

The experience is not just about the food; customers rave about the superb service that makes every visit enjoyable. Cristina Martinez expresses her delight in discovering the new location, showcasing the delectable burrata salad and inviting pizzas. As Ben Ridout mentions, it’s a true local gem, offering not only fantastic pizzas but also quality produce from their deli, including rare items like guanciale for your pasta needs.

Whether you're stopping by for lunch or a cozy dinner, The Italian Bakery promises a delightful fusion of flavors and an inviting atmosphere. Don’t forget to indulge in their renowned tiramisu—your taste buds will thank you!

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Outdoor seating
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Great coffee
Great dessert
Live music
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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Italian Bakery before visiting.

Reviews for The Italian Bakery

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Review highlights

Based on 278 reviews

The Italian Bakery consistently receives praise for its authentic Neapolitan-style pizzas, made with high-quality ingredients like Caputo flour and specialty toppings. Reviewers frequently highlight the availability of smaller pizza sizes, catering well to varied appetites without fuss. The menu balances classic options with interesting specials, appealing to both regular diners and newcomers. Customers appreciate the welcoming, friendly service, which contributes to a warm and inviting atmosphere. Beyond pizza, offerings such as lasagna, burrata salads, and deli products enhance the dining experience. The bakery is regarded as a valued local spot, notable for reasonable pricing and a commitment to genuine Italian flavors. Desserts, particularly tiramisu varieties, also receive favorable mentions, rounding out a consistently positive overall impression of quality and hospitality.

Holly Gramazio

Jul 02, 2025

Really lovely Neapolitan-style pizza, with a great regular menu and interesting specials. I also particularly appreciate that you can get all the pizzas in a smaller size - they call it the kid's size but it's also perfect for an only slightly hungry grown-up (and they're never weird about adults ordering it).

Mariola Pajda

Jun 19, 2025

We visited the Italian bakery today, and I can say the pizza was delicious and the prices are really good!, I'm happy to have good pizza and a restaurant around Higham Hill! The service was amazing Thank you!

Jakub

Jun 08, 2025

Amazing place for a lunch under 10. Their 9 inch pizza is delicious. Authentic ingredients and crispy dough made of caputo flour. I ate here a few times already and I will be back to taste all of their pizzas. My favourite so far was pizza with pork fennel sausage. The Sicilian blood orange drink was a great accompaniment to my meal.

Cristina Martinez

May 27, 2025

We always order lasagnas via Deliveroo but we are super happy that The Italian Bakery has a new place. We went today there and enjoyed a lovely Burrata salad and delicious Neapolitan style pizzas. I absolutely love this place: the food is incredible, the service superb and it is so nice to see your locals grow.

Ben Ridout (Brids)

May 23, 2025

A proper local gem! The pizza is fantastic, the produce from the deli is great (where else will you get guanciale for your carbonara locally?) and the service is genuinely friendly. It is always a pleasure to visit. Make sure you try the tiramisu (pistachio or regular, both are great).

Nicholas Bender

May 06, 2025

Best Croissant you will ever eat. Focaccia is out of this world and the most friendly experience.

Samuel Cockerill

Apr 24, 2025

Unbelievably good, authentic Italian pizza. I'm not from this area, but will recommend it to anyone that comes this way. Surprisingly cheap for such a good pizza, and the staff were very friendly and welcoming. I hope to return before I leave my visit.

elena M P

Apr 03, 2025

Lovely experience eating in after they changed their location - I’m glad things are working better here. Service was excellent as always, pizzas taste better than before as are served on a plate - not a pizza box - and the vibe was great. You can tell it’s going to prosper.