CIRO’S

You'll find Ciro's tucked away on a quiet stretch of Northampton Street in Islington, the kind of neighbourhood street that still feels like somewhere locals actually eat rather than somewhere tourists get herded. Walk in and you're met with warm lighting, honest Italian interiors, and staff who genuinely seem pleased you've shown up. This is the sort of place where they take their ingredients seriously—fresh pasta that doesn't need much fussing about, proper risottos, seafood done without unnecessary theatre. It's the kind of Italian restaurant that makes you realise how many places near here are just coasting on location and good looks.