VINOTECA CHISWICK

Vinoteca Chiswick is like that friend who insists they're fun but sometimes leaves you wondering if it’s all just hype. With hygiene locked down at 5 and a decent 4.4-star Google rating, this Italian joint seems to have its act together. Jane Rowntree had a fab night with cocktails and pasta, while myHomyline can’t stop drooling over the tiramisu. You know it’s good when someone claims it’s the best in a decade. Ron, the staff member du jour, seems to be winning hearts left and right.

But not all reviews shine as brightly. Chris Brown found the food delicious but the service a tad slow. And let’s not even get into the prices for spaghetti. If you're down for some good food and a chill vibe, it’s a decent choice. Just don’t expect to be dazzled; it’s like watching a rom-com – enjoyable yet predictable.