Cotto

4.7

602 Reviews

£25 and under

Italian

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

Gluten-free-friendly
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Since the Romans left, the Italians have been operating a policy of conquering the world's palate, plate by plate, and traditionally-run family restaurants like Cotto are their failsafe. The welcome is unfailingly warm here, the decor is authentic in feel, with murals on the walls, and the pleasures of the table are taken seriously indeed. Cotto is a 5-minute walk from the London Eye and the Aquarium, perfect for before or after family outings and it's also very popular with business customers during the week. There's live music on offer, too. As for the menu, try classic Tricolor salad to start, one of more than a dozen pastas, like Spaghetti carbonara, and a main course of simply and beautifully grilled Sirloin steak. Or just opt for a pizza and be happy!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Phone number
020 7928 5535
Website
http://www.italiancotto.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
89 Westminster Road, London, SE1 7HR
Area
Waterloo
Cross Street
lambeth north station
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Lambeth North station
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Insalata Caprese
Sliced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and fresh basil
- Gluten Free£6.00
Insalata Braccio di Ferro
Fresh raw spinach, avocado and crispy bacon
- Gluten Free£6.80
Insalata Tricolore
Avocado, mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes
- Gluten Free£7.00
Sardine alla Griglia
Grilled sardines
- Gluten Free£6.60
Prosciutto e Melone
Parma ham and melon
- Gluten Free£7.50
Affettato Misto
Sliced cured meats
- Gluten Free£7.80
Bresaola e Bufala
Cured sliced beef with buffala mozzarella
- Gluten Free£8.00
Polipo Affogato Napoli
Octopus with tomato sauce and onions
- Gluten Free£8.20
Melenzane Parmigiano
Grilled aubergines, baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella
- Gluten Free£8.50
Avocado Montecarlo
Avocado with prawns, covered in cocktail sauce and smoked salmon
- Gluten Free£8.75

Risotto

Risotto con Pollo
Risotto with chicken
- Gluten Free£12.50
Risotto ai Funghi Misti
Risotto with wild mushrooms
- Gluten Free£14.50
Risotto Frutti di Mare
Risotto with sea food mixed
- Gluten Free£16.50

Pasta

Spaghetti Carbonara
Crispy bacon, fresh cream, egg yolk
- Gluten Free£11.90
Spaghetti Bolognese
Tomato and minced meat sauce
- Gluten Free£11.90
Spaghetti al Pesto
Spaghetti in basil sauce
- Gluten Free£11.90
Rigatoni Matrigiana
Chopped onions, crispy bacon, basil and tomato sauce
- Gluten Free£11.90
Rigatoni Aurora
Tomato sauce, ricotta cheese, fresh cream and basil
- Gluten Free£11.90
Rigatoni Puttanesca
Tuna, capers, chillies, basil, anchovies, olives and tomato sauce
- Gluten Free£13.00
Penne Napoli
Tomato sauce and basil
- Gluten Free£11.00
Penne con Pollo
Tomato sauce, chicken pieces, garlic, olive oil and chillies
- Gluten Free£13.00
Penne ai Formaggi Misti
Penne with four cheeses
- Gluten Free£13.00
Fusilli alla Siciliana
Tomato sauce, aubergines, mozzarella cheese and basil
- Gluten Free£13.00
Fusilli al Tonno
Tomato sauce, tuna chunks, onions, basil and olive oil
- Gluten Free£13.00
Fusilli con Salsicce
Home made sausage with tomato sauce
- Gluten Free£13.00
Linguine alle Vongole
Clams with white wine sauce
- Gluten Free£14.50
Linguine Gamberetti
Tomato sauce, prawns and garlic
- Gluten Free£14.50
Linguine Crema e Funghi
Cream and mushrooms sauce
- Gluten Free£13.00

Baked Pasta

Lasagne
Green sheets of fresh pasta with tomato, mozzarella, meat sauce
- Gluten Free£13.50
Crespoline
Fresh pancake filled with spinach, ricotta cheese and tomato sauce
- Gluten Free£13.50

Home Made Pasta

Tagliatelle al Salmone
Noodles with creamy pink sauce and smoked salmone
- Gluten Free£14.00
Tagliatelle Frutti di Mare
Noodles with mix sea food in a tomato sauce
- Gluten Free£20.00
Gnocchi Sorrentina
Gnocchi with tomato sauce, basil and mozzarella
- Gluten Free£13.50
Ravioli Napoli
Pasta stuffed with porcini and cheese
- Gluten Free£14.50
Tortelloni Panna e Prosciutto
Pasta stuffed with asparagus and ricotta with ham and cream sauce
- Gluten Free£14.50
Agnellotti ai Gamberi£14.00
Pasta stuffed with with lobster and crab

Carne

Pollo alla Griglia
Chicken breast grilled
- Gluten Free£15.00
Bistecca alla Griglia
Sirloin steak grilled
- Gluten Free£19.50
Agnello alla Griglia
Lamb cutlets grilled
- Gluten Free£19.50
Ribeye alla Griglia
Ribeye steak grilled
- Gluten Free£22.00
Cotoletta di Vitello Griglia
Veal chop grilled
- Gluten Free£23.50

Pesce

Trota alla Griglia
Grilled trout
- Gluten Free£15.00
Tonno alla Griglia
Tuna steak grilled
- Gluten Free£18.00
Salmone alla Griglia
Grilled salmon
- Gluten Free£18.00
Pesce Spada alla Griglia
Grilled swordfish
- Gluten Free£19.00
Gamberoni alla Griglia
King prawns grilled
- Gluten Free£19.00

Pizza

Margherita
Tomato, mozzarella and basil
- Gluten Free£13.00
Cotto
Tomato, mozzarella and ham
- Gluten Free£14.00
Funghi
Tomato, mozzarella and mushrooms
- Gluten Free£14.00
Primavera
Tomato, mozzarella and mixed vegetables
- Gluten Free£15.50
Hawaiana
Tomato, mozzarella, pineapple and ham
- Gluten Free£15.50
Napoletana
Tomato, mozzarella, anchovies and capers
- Gluten Free£15.50
Salame (Hot) (Mild)
Tomato, mozzarella and hot or mild
- Gluten Free£15.50
Kiss
Tomato, mozzarella, gorgonzola and rucola
- Gluten Free£16.00
Quattro Stagioni
Tomato, mozzarella, artichokes, ham and mushrooms
- Gluten Free£16.50
Vesuviana
Tomato, mozzarella, homemade sausage and peppers
- Gluten Free£17.00
Frutti di Mare
Mixed seafood
- Gluten Free£17.50
Tommasino
Bolognese sauce, mozzarella, basil and salami (hot)
- Gluten Free£18.00
Formaggio Misto
Tomato and mixed cheeses
- Gluten Free£18.00
Luna e Chiara
Mozzarella and parmigiano, olive oil and cherry tomatoes
- Gluten Free£18.00
Calzone£14.50
Pizza dough turnover filled with mozzarella, ham, mushrooms and tomato sauce
Troncone£15.50
Folded pizza with mozzarella, parma ham, rucola and parmigiano sprinkled on top

What 602 people are saying

Cotto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cotto is a charming family-run Italian restaurant praised for its "authentic" atmosphere and "amazing" gluten-free options, making it a haven for coeliacs. Guests rave about the "fabulous food," "friendly staff," and "excellent service." Its central location and "great value" make it a must-visit in London.

602 Reviews

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Brent
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is an excellent find for quality Italian.
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OpenTable Diner
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Cotto was incredible. It honestly felt like we’d left london and stepped into a little piece of Italy! The staff were so lovely and chatty, and the food was just impeccable! Honestly the best Italian food we’ve had since being in Italy itself. I’m celiac and it’s so unusual to be able to enjoy anywhere that’s really authentic and not a chain. But 90% of the menu was gluten free so I could fully enjoy the experience. I also don’t eat much meat but there were plenty of veggie options too. We chatted with the owner while we were there and he is celiac himself so it feels very safe from a celiac perspective. Highly recommend!
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NickL
London10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly, no frills, great food and atmosphere. Would go again!
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Ed
Kent1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful restaurant, a must for any coeliacs in particular.
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Kenneth
Argyll1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great for gluten free options Knowledgable and efficient service .
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Lynn
Las Vegas143 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We absolutely LOVED this place!!! The owner is the nicest man…his staff are so friendly and attentive..the food is REALLY GOOD!!! You must visit this place if you are in town!!!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food. The owner was moving about the tables and talking to guests, giving our work group a bit of fun and jest. The food was lovely and felt authentic. I will absolutely be back.
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Fabrizia
London5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food excellent as always and service kind and familiar. I truly recommend this gem in London
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Kimberly
Charleston1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This GF girl was over the moon with the amazing meal I had. The non GF people in our group loved their meal too.
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Karl
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A lovely meal. Simple, but beautifully cooked. Will return .,,
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FAQs

Cotto does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo and Just Eat. Cotto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 020 7928 5535.

Cotto is rated 4.7 stars by 602 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

89 Westminster Road, London, SE1 7HR

Additional information

Cross Street
lambeth north station
Area
Waterloo
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Lambeth North station
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.italiancotto.co.uk/
Phone number
020 7928 5535

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Additional information

Soups

Pane e Burro

Minestrone

Pasta e Fagioli

Antipasti

Insalata Caprese

Insalata Braccio di Ferro

Insalata Tricolore

Sardine alla Griglia

Prosciutto e Melone

Affettato Misto

Bresaola e Bufala

Polipo Affogato Napoli

Melenzane Parmigiano

Avocado Montecarlo

Risotto

Risotto con Pollo

Risotto ai Funghi Misti

Risotto Frutti di Mare

Pasta

Spaghetti Carbonara

Spaghetti Bolognese

Spaghetti al Pesto

Rigatoni Matrigiana

Rigatoni Aurora

Rigatoni Puttanesca

Penne Napoli

Penne con Pollo

Penne ai Formaggi Misti

Fusilli alla Siciliana

Fusilli al Tonno

Fusilli con Salsicce

Linguine alle Vongole

Linguine Gamberetti

Linguine Crema e Funghi

Baked Pasta

Lasagne

Crespoline

Home Made Pasta

Tagliatelle al Salmone

Tagliatelle Frutti di Mare

Gnocchi Sorrentina

Ravioli Napoli

Tortelloni Panna e Prosciutto

Agnellotti ai Gamberi£14.00

Carne

Pollo alla Griglia

Bistecca alla Griglia

Agnello alla Griglia

Ribeye alla Griglia

Cotoletta di Vitello Griglia

Pesce

Trota alla Griglia

Tonno alla Griglia

Salmone alla Griglia

Pesce Spada alla Griglia

Gamberoni alla Griglia

Pizza

Margherita

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