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Nestled near Exmouth Market in London, Paesan offers a warm, inviting atmosphere that transports diners straight to Italy. With its exposed brick walls, filamented lightbulbs, and cozy leather booths, this Italian restaurant creates a charming setting perfect for casual dining or intimate gatherings. Known for its friendly service and authentic flavors, Paesan has become a favorite among locals and visitors alike seeking genuine Italian cuisine in a relaxed environment.

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Paesan translated is a friendly greeting for your friend, buddy, homeboy.

Keeping that traditon, Paesan near to Exmouth Market, is a fun, easy pasta spot with exposed brick and filamented lightbulbs, run by a friendly crew of Italians who will make you feel right at home.

The upstairs is a corner view onto a street with dark woods and leather booths, while inside an open kitchen and a low-key young crew is putting out some simple, tasty food.  Mostly appetizers, pastas and some pesce and carne dishes.  Not a destination, but a good spot and one of the few restaurants on the street open on a Sunday. The downstairs basement hosts a cocktail bar that was closed on the Sunday we visited.

We enjoyed the feel of the place, along with a bit of montepulciano d'abruzzo, some olives, a green salad, pork belly and a toothsome risotto with zucchini and prawns. Not a bad meal, priced pretty well, and a nice setting with friendly staff.

We had such a good time that we failed to notice the police inspectress inside talking to the Paesan crew.  The white and red police tape line both inside and outside the restaurant were in our peripheral view the whole dinner, but once outside, we noticed that a gigantic police triangle of tape took up the entire street corner, a female inspector was stationed there, and that down on the cobblestone sidewalk, a streetful of dessicated lemon and lime wedges lay from the night before, leading us to ponder, what exactly had happened here?

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This is my new favourite restaurant! 

The restaurant used to be the Dollar burger restaurant, and has been revamped as an Italian artisan place with free bread and olive oil, big bottle of tap water and Arcoroc glasses for everything. 

The specials all sounded fantastic but I plumped for dandelion salad and the pumpkin and goats cheese pizza. Utterly yummy! Not excessive portions just packed with flavour. The waitress was helpful and calm and the red wine warm and fruity. I'll come again for definites. There is a cocktail bar in the basement and a choice of some interesting sharing options on the main menu for groups. Prices are very reasonable and if my meal was anything to go by, the rest will be as good. 

I am well impressed.

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We visited this place twice during a 4 day stay in London and loved it. We first went on a Thursday, where it wasn't very crowded and got a good chance to chat up the bartender, David, who's awesome and makes great drinks. 

Coming off of a good experience that night, we decided to come back on Saturday for their burlesque show - which was one of the highlights of the trip! Great performers, entertaining and hilarious. The place was a bit crowded but we still managed to get good service from David and again had a great time.

I highly recommend this place to everyone!

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Absolutely amazing decor, vibe, service, and food!

My partner and I were greeted by a waitress who acted like she hadn't seen us in years. 

We only had dessert - the best affogato in my life, a mix of perfect bitter coffee and cocoa with delicious sweet vanilla and chocolate ice cream. 

Good price, good everything! Coming back for dinner!

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The ravioli was amazing, the burrata not so much.
The reason for such a harsh review was out waitress, she was very awkward and made both me and my girlfriend feel very uncomfortable.

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Went for dinner and drinks with colleagues. Whilst things were good overall, I wasn't too impressed. 

We ordered a number of cocktails for happy hour, and they were all very good. Value for money, if you can make it between 6-8pm. We ordered the mixed platter for starter, which was good but not too amazing. There were a few things that none of us wanted, so I feel like we wasted our money a bit. 

The main was what was most disappointing for me. My vongole had very few clams, and the pasta was so thick and sticking together that it felt more like egg noodles than pasta. Also, the portion was surprisingly small -- felt more like a starter. Can't speak for other mains, but don't order the vongole if you go. 

Service was generally good and prompt. Staff members were relatively friendly, and they are what I would rate the highest about this place. 

Ambience was decent. Reasonable balance between casual and hip.

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absolutely gorgeous restaurant and food, they were super happy to make my (very fussy) little sisters order simple for her and to make my meal vegan, incredible tasting & really good value for money. definitely recommend

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Had lunch here - We are from NYC and here for a family vacation - we loved the food! Delicious, fresh ingredients along with excellent service (they made us feel important ). My Husband and teenager had meatballs and steak. I wanted the vongole - but they had run out of clams - they very happily offered to do it with mussels for me!! It was all awesome. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone! 
Wine was fantastic (I had the Soave - simple, clean,) and they had featured beers from Sardinia.

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I've eaten in Paesan about 3-4 times. Initially I really liked it, but I have found it very hit and miss on subsequent visits, so it is now well down on my list of spots to eat in Exmouth market.

The menu format is similar to the popular Polpo chain with an emphasis on sharing a combination of smaller and larger plates. And in fairness, I would choose Paesan over Polpo any day of the week, as I think the quality of food in Polpo has declined significantly in the past year or two as they have expanded. 

For me, the problem with Paesan is that they don't do any one thing really well. Their bruschetta is ok, some of their pasta dishes are nice and the sharing concept can be fun with a large group. But with much superior alternatives like Santore (Pizza, pasta, bruschetta) and Caravan/Morito (sharing) on the same street, I don't know why Paesan would ever be your first choice in Exmouth Market.

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I enjoyed my dinner here and loved the ambiance. 

We came here on a week night and I was immediately drawn to its modern but rustic decor. Shortly after we had sat down, the waiter came and asked to move us to a different spot since a bigger party was arriving and needing an extra table. However, the wait staff was apologetic and immediately found us another table close by. I appreciated their politeness and efficiency in their handling of this situation. 

I ordered a cocktail and a pasta dish here - both were quite good (and strong in the case of the cocktail). The service during the meal was also speedy. 

The only downside is it can be a bit cramped and loud during the meal. But that can be said about a lot of restaurants in London.

Paesan Italian Restaurant in Exmouth Market, London – Cozy Pasta & Vibrant Vibe

a vibrant Italian dining experience near exmouth market

Enjoy a selection of thoughtfully prepared antipasti such as fresh olives, vibrant salads, and artisanal bread served with rich olive oil, perfect for sharing or savoring as a light beginning to your meal.

Savor authentic pasta dishes such as a toothsome risotto with zucchini and prawns, or explore the hearty and flavorful carne and pesce options. The menu emphasizes high-quality ingredients and classic Italian techniques, offering a delightful experience for lovers of traditional flavors.

Indulge in decadent desserts like a rich affogato featuring perfect bitter coffee and silky vanilla and chocolate ice cream, or choose from a selection of other sweet Italian treats to end your meal on a high note.

Complement your meal with a curated selection of Italian wines, including a refreshing Soave, and feature beers from Sardinia. The bar also offers a variety of cocktails, including their popular and entertaining burlesque show nights.

Discover daily specials crafted with seasonal ingredients, along with a selection of sharing plates ideal for groups looking to experience a variety of flavors in one sitting.

Discover authentic Italian flavors at Paesan in London’s lively Exmouth Market. Savor delicious cuisine in a vibrant setting—book your table today!

Paesan Italian Restaurant in Exmouth Market, London – Cozy Pasta & Vibrant Vibe

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