Arancina Pizzeria
Notting Hill, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Arancina Pizzeria works for an easy Notting Hill meal when the priority is a casual pizzeria format rather than a long, polished dinner. It is better for quick local planning than a special occasion; compare with Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria or Farina Pizzeria for a similar brief, with Akub or Mazi for a more deliberate evening.
About Arancina Pizzeria
Arancina Pizzeria is a London venue with a casual dress code and daily opening hours. For menu details, price range, chef lead, service format, or awards information, it's best to confirm directly with the venue. Consider this listing a concise planning note rather than a full critical review.
A casual London option with daily hours
Arancina Pizzeria is open Monday to Thursday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 11:15 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 11:15 PM, Sunday from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. Dress code is casual.
Without details on price range, menu specifics, chef lead, seat count, service format, or awards, the recommendation focuses on basics. Consider Arancina Pizzeria when the priority is a casual London stop with clearly listed daily hours. If the meal needs a stronger sense of occasion or more specific planning detail, compare it with other London options before committing.
How to decide if this is the right London stop
For a first-time visitor, Arancina Pizzeria is in London, operates every day, has a casual dress code. For broader planning, the London restaurants guide is the better starting point; if the day turns into a wider itinerary, the London hotels guide, London bars guide, London wineries guide, London experiences guide can help round out the plan.
If Arancina Pizzeria is not the right fit, Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria and Farina Pizzeria are natural names to compare. Akub, Mazi, Mall Tavern may also be worth considering depending on the kind of London meal you want. For readers comparing dining ideas more broadly, Pearl also covers other London dining rooms and hospitality options.
Planning details
- Location
- 19 Pembridge Rd, London W11 3HG, United Kingdom
- Website
- arancina.co.uk
- Phone
- +44 20 7221 7776
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Arancina Pizzeria reads like a quietly compelling neighbourhood staple on Pembridge Road. The copy frames it as an independent, locally anchored pizzeria that trades on repeat custom rather than tourist footfall, so the mood leans away from flash and toward steady, familiar comfort. Its Sicilian reference point — signalled by the focus on arancini — gives the menu an old‑world, regional identity that feels classic rather than contrived. Expect a relaxed, charming space where consistency and straightforward cooking matter more than trend chasing, and where the clientele is largely local and regular.
Best For
This is a place built for low‑key, convivial occasions: casual hangouts, family dinners, and group meals with friends. The neighbourhood location on a quieter stretch of Notting Hill and the pizzeria’s emphasis on reliable, familiar dishes makes it well suited for after‑work stops and repeat visits rather than one‑off splurge nights. It’s practical for groups who want to share plates and pizzas, and for families who value a relaxed, informal setting and straightforward southern‑Italian flavours.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the signatures. Start with the arancini — the restaurant’s namesake and a clear nod to Sicilian street‑food tradition — then move on to a Pizza Alla Pala or the Capricciosa if you want a classic, topping‑forward pie. Portions and dishes are presented in a straightforward, shareable way, so order a couple of items to pass around rather than treating every plate as an individual main. The menu’s regional slant rewards choices that highlight Sicilian flavours and texture contrasts rather than overly elaborate preparations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Stylish yet relaxed with a small, intimate layout featuring shelves-turned-tables downstairs and a tiny seating area upstairs; street-side dining captures the charm of authentic Italian casual dining.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Pizza Alla Pala
- Arancini
- Capricciosa Pizza
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Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
Try Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria or Farina Pizzeria if the group specifically wants another pizzeria-style option nearby. Choose Akub if the occasion needs a more structured dinner without jumping to the higher £££ tier at Mazi.
Restaurant context
How Arancina Pizzeria compares in Notting Hill
Choose Arancina Pizzeria when ease is the point. Against Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria and Farina Pizzeria, it sits in the same practical lane: casual Italian-leaning dining in west London, useful when the group wants a pizzeria rather than a longer restaurant experience. With booking difficulty marked easy, it is the safer play when plans are loose.
Akub is the better pick for diners who want a more composed ££ dinner with an international brief. Mazi costs more at £££ and makes more sense for a planned Greek meal where atmosphere and occasion matter. Arancina Pizzeria is not competing on that kind of polish; its value is in lower-commitment neighborhood usefulness.
Mall Tavern is the better fallback if the group wants a pub-style evening rather than pizza. For families, quick meals, or a casual stop around W11, Arancina Pizzeria remains the easier choice; for a date night or hosted dinner, Akub or Mazi should sit higher on the shortlist.
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Compare Arancina Pizzeria
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arancina Pizzeria | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria | London | ; | ; | The Good Food Guide 2025 |
| Farina Pizzeria | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Akub | London | International | ££ | Michelin Guide Great Britain & Ireland 2026The Good Food Guide 20252025 Michelin Plate |
| Mazi | London | Greek | £££ | Michelin Guide Poland 20262025 Michelin Plate |
| Mall Tavern | London | ; | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
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What should a first-timer know about Arancina Pizzeria?
Arancina Pizzeria is a casual London venue with daily opening hours. It is open Monday to Thursday from 11:30 AM to 10:30 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 11:15 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 11:15 PM, Sunday from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. Price range, menu details, or awards information are not available.
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Information includes its London location, casual dress code, daily opening hours.
