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Il Vesuvio

112 Camden Road, TN1 2QX , England
01892 534420
4.5 of 5 stars 40 Reviews
Cuisines: Italian
Dining options: Reservations
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Sale Cheshire UK
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

We booked this venue following favourable reviews. Our party of 9 travelled fom Cheshire for our sons wedding. From the moment we phoned Maria was wonderful & assured us we would have a lovely time. We certainly did! We had a lovely friendly welcome, very good service & lovely food at a very reasonable price. Our friends were delighted &... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Just like eating in an Italian home, no rush, good food and friendly staff , I have ofter left there when the owners are locking up More

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kent
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

Have been here many times, and I always love it. I've been with a partner, friends, and family, and it always reminds me of the lovely restaurants I used to go to as younger in Tuscany. Added to that the really friendly family, and excellent fresh food! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

Il Vesuvio is not a high class restaurant but it is surprisingly good. From the start, the staff were very friendly and almost made you feel like one of the family. Between the two of us, we had one of the pastas and one of the other main courses. The pasta was excellent, as good as we have had in... More

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Tunbridge Wells
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

Very welcoming and traditional italian restaurant. Great portions - great service....food is amazing - very hearty and tasty would utterly recommend. Its not trying to be posh - or even elegant - but if you want a lovely meal in a lovely atmosphere with lovely people than this is the place to go! More

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Horsham, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

After reading other reviews, we would have been daft not to try this restaurant. We were met and greeted, and shown a table. Do not expect "posh" here. I would liken it to a very upmarket cafe! The staff were attentive and polite. My starter was fine but my main was a bit bland and like something I would have... More

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UK
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Traditional Italian restaurant in Tunbridge Wells. Always busy on a Friday and Saturday night, good value with great food! More

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Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Have had a couple of reallt great meals here now. Both times services has been excellent and the staff typically Italian friendly and always happy to recommend food or wine. The food is superb, very tasty and great Italian dishes. Would thoroughly recommend. More

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Royal Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2012
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I am a regular guest and i generally go on my own, food is amazing, service very friendly. Barbara and Alessandro are always looking after me "I never felt alone!!!!!!", I love going there and be welcomed by Maria always attentive and smiley. It feels like being at home and mum is cooking for me. Do not forget to ask... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Great Family Run Restaurant, great food, great service, authentic Italian feel. More

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