Bar Centrale Restaurant and Pizzeria (Camden Town)

• After a few minutes walking along Chalk Farm Road we begin to tire of our search and pop into Bar Centrale our decision is based off little more than prices and an everlasting desire for pizza
• I could not explain just how large the calzones are without sounding like I am describing a cartoon
• With a base that is just a little overcooked
• We can only assume that the elderly gentleman singing to us is a member of the owner's family
• Over the hour or so that we are present in the bar
• Every song is sung with a huge smile and an earnestness that means
• It is impossible to watch with anything less than a smile
• So is the music though the latter is endearing enough to make your entire night
• Highlight was when I booked a table of 8 for my birthday if you have a big group definitely book with some advance as they are pretty busy
• Their phone manner was great and they were lovely and patient waiting for all my "
• On a separate occasion I ate outside which was great weather permitting
• I would recommend getting some drinks in first so you have something to sip as you browse the menu (there is plenty of choice)
• The portions are generous and the food so fresh and juicy without being too greasy (a fate of most Pizza Express creations)
• I would recommend the calzones especially as they present the best value for money
• What is really worth mentioning is their home baked breads
• We had ordered a garlic bread and cannelloni (vegetarian) with salad it was one of the most delicious and cheesy meals we'd ever eaten in a long while
• The staff was friendly and chilling and the generous portions of food were served quick
• Was that the food portions were so generous that you couldn't try much on their menu (especially after eating the garlic bread)

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