Reminiscent of 1950s and 1960s Italian glamour, Harry’s Dolce Vita is a mixture of legendary Italian charm, delicious unfussy food, inspired cocktails, stylish decor and some good old fashioned fun.
First resteraunt after we landed from Boston, had a quick nap and headed out. Delicious!!! Eggs Benedict, steak and an egg, bacon, chips, and a mimosa were all great. Service was spot on. Great pick for weekend brunch!!
Luciano and Felix made our dining experience unforgettable! Felix, the waiter, was attentive and ensured everything ran smoothly, while, Luciano, the manager on duty, was an absolute gem. Both were incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, Felix & Luciano went above and beyond to address my partner’s allergies with care, offering perfect recommendations. Their kindness, professionalism, and genuine attention to detail made us feel truly valued. We couldn’t have asked for better service!
Really enjoyed Harrys! The service was great and the waiter answered all the questions that were asked. Food was prepared fresh and hot when came to the table. Atmosphere was enjoyable! Definitely worth a visit if you haven’t been.
Highly recommend the seafood pasta and the toadstool! Clams linguine and cocktails were average. Service was great but one star off atmosphere as a street person was able to come up to all outdoor tables to ask for money and the staff was too preoccupied to notice/ take action.
We went to Harry’s La Dolce Vita with high hopes for an exceptional dining experience. Things started well enough, as we were seated immediately, even though we arrived 20 minutes early for our reservation. We had planned to enjoy a drink before ordering, but I felt rushed by the waiting staff to place our food order.
I began with the burrata and prosciutto, which was decent, but nothing particularly special. For the main, I opted for the sole with vongole, expecting it to exceed my expectations. Unfortunately, I was left slightly disappointed—the lemon beurre blanc sauce was overly salty, and there were more vongole shells than actual meat. On the plus side, the sole itself was cooked to perfection.
For dessert, I chose their signature pudding, though it arrived 10 minutes late—my friends had almost finished theirs before mine even appeared. The presentation was excellent, and while the dessert was good, it didn’t quite live up to its reputation.
The real letdown came when I was just starting to enjoy my dessert, and Roberto, one of the waiting staff, asked my friends if he could bring the bill. I found this incredibly frustrating, as I was still eating, which my friends also pointed out. Rushing guests to leave is unacceptable, especially at a restaurant that prides itself on being one of the best. I spoke to Roberto about the lack of basic hospitality, but the damage was done.
Overall, while the ambiance was classic with an elegant Italian flair, the food fell short of my expectations and seemed sub-par compared to other Italian restaurants I’ve been in London. I would have expected more from “The Ivy” group of restaurants to have their staff have soft skill customer service training.
David Maguire
3 weeks agoFirst resteraunt after we landed from Boston, had a quick nap and headed out. Delicious!!! Eggs Benedict, steak and an egg, bacon, chips, and a mimosa were all great. Service was spot on. Great pick for weekend brunch!!
Renita Dsouza
a month agoLuciano and Felix made our dining experience unforgettable! Felix, the waiter, was attentive and ensured everything ran smoothly, while, Luciano, the manager on duty, was an absolute gem. Both were incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, Felix & Luciano went above and beyond to address my partner’s allergies with care, offering perfect recommendations. Their kindness, professionalism, and genuine attention to detail made us feel truly valued. We couldn’t have asked for better service!
M E
2 months agoReally enjoyed Harrys! The service was great and the waiter answered all the questions that were asked. Food was prepared fresh and hot when came to the table. Atmosphere was enjoyable! Definitely worth a visit if you haven’t been.
Charlotte Luke
2 months agoHighly recommend the seafood pasta and the toadstool! Clams linguine and cocktails were average. Service was great but one star off atmosphere as a street person was able to come up to all outdoor tables to ask for money and the staff was too preoccupied to notice/ take action.
Fernando
a month agoWe went to Harry’s La Dolce Vita with high hopes for an exceptional dining experience. Things started well enough, as we were seated immediately, even though we arrived 20 minutes early for our reservation. We had planned to enjoy a drink before ordering, but I felt rushed by the waiting staff to place our food order. I began with the burrata and prosciutto, which was decent, but nothing particularly special. For the main, I opted for the sole with vongole, expecting it to exceed my expectations. Unfortunately, I was left slightly disappointed—the lemon beurre blanc sauce was overly salty, and there were more vongole shells than actual meat. On the plus side, the sole itself was cooked to perfection. For dessert, I chose their signature pudding, though it arrived 10 minutes late—my friends had almost finished theirs before mine even appeared. The presentation was excellent, and while the dessert was good, it didn’t quite live up to its reputation. The real letdown came when I was just starting to enjoy my dessert, and Roberto, one of the waiting staff, asked my friends if he could bring the bill. I found this incredibly frustrating, as I was still eating, which my friends also pointed out. Rushing guests to leave is unacceptable, especially at a restaurant that prides itself on being one of the best. I spoke to Roberto about the lack of basic hospitality, but the damage was done. Overall, while the ambiance was classic with an elegant Italian flair, the food fell short of my expectations and seemed sub-par compared to other Italian restaurants I’ve been in London. I would have expected more from “The Ivy” group of restaurants to have their staff have soft skill customer service training.