Mamma Mia

You'll find this lovely Italian tucked away on Upper Piccadilly, just a stone's throw from the city centre bustle. The moment you step inside, you're transported to a proper Italian trattoria - think checkered tablecloths, warm lighting, and the sound of sizzling garlic from the open kitchen. The family who run this place clearly know their stuff, turning out absolutely cracking homemade pasta and wood-fired pizzas that put the chain restaurants to shame. The portions are generous without being silly, and at around £12-16 for mains, it's decent value for food this good. Book ahead for weekends - this isn't some massive operation, and locals have cottoned on to how special it is.