Vapiano (Soho)

• Have I had my head in the sand or is anyone else with me here
• Vapiano Soho is a rather attractive
• Relaxed Italian restaurant with a couple of twists on arrival
• This system is necessary as you head off to various counters (Insalata
• I sent Will up to the salad counter with one of our cards
• He popped back with a taster of a raspberry maple dressing we were eyeing up
• He soon returned with some larger plates
• The mozzarella with pesto combined wonderfully with the fuss free bruschetta
• Roasted veg and parmesan went down very nicely with our excellent glasses of house red and Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc
• They haven't done away with floor staff as many might do with this concept
• Waitresses were on hand to fill in gaps and speed up processes such as wine
• I wandered up to a counter and was given a few decisions to make
• I opted for pappardelle with my Salsiccia con Ficci (Spicy Italian Sausages with Figs and Tomato Sauce)
• All of their pasta is made fresh on site in their mannifatura (machine) which is always on show in all of their restaurants
• What a great idea to have you connect with the chef briefly while he prepares the food without the awkwardness of having them watch you eat it
• Another nice touch are the herb gardens dotted around
• Served long over ice with fresh strawberries instead of ice found its way to our table for us to give feedback on
• Their mixed drinks are extremely competitively priced at £
• A much more agreeable price for an Aperol Spritz than many London bars that somehow get away with charging £
• We continued the trend to the end by getting a fresh glassfull to dip in to sweet basil pesto with white chocolate
• We checked out the stylish downstairs space which was quiet at lunch but apparently fills up very quickly in the evenings
• Whilst the other is a cosy café
• If only all chains with over 100 outlets had this much individuality
• It is comforting to know that Vapiano is out there in 28 countries serving great food with a smile
• Best pasta in London (arabiatta with cream in spaghetti )
• A good choice for a large party who struggles with splitting the bill
• Every table goer is presented at the start of the meal with their very own meal card on which the price of their meal and accompanyments will be totted up at the end
• The atmosphere is more cantena than chic and it's pretty loud
• So for a special occasion it's probably best to go elsewhere
• An easy going and fast meal Vapiano does the job and the price/quality ratio is deffinitly decent
• My favourite is Salsiccia con ficci
• Their menu however is very diverse
• I think there is a different pasta for every taste
• Every time the place makes me feel tired even though the taste is super good
• Vapiano on Great Portland Street was one of the first Italian restaurants I discovered when I moved to London
• Already a big hit with restaurants across the world
• The concept at Vapiano is a little different to other restaurants
• We visited for dinner on a quiet weeknight and managed to get a large table on the lower floor with high benches to ourselves
• 4.25) was freshly mixed at the counter while I was waiting for my pasta
• The crisp Cos lettuce was evenly dressed with creamy
• Subtle (not too garlicky) dressing and finished with Grana Padano D
• The generous amount of pasta was plunged into boiling water in its own basket and was served perfectly al dente (as it consistently is there)
• Juicy king prawns were pan fried from raw with garlic
• The result was a delicious
• The tables are dressed with bottles of olive oil and fresh basil plants
• The plentiful roast chicken breast was tender and high quality and accompanied by sliced red onion
• The tangy barbecue sauce was a bit overpowering as it was added after cooking and while I enjoyed the pizza
• As simplicity is always best
• Cool Greek style yoghurt was studded with luscious raspberries and topped with a sprinkling of crushed meringues
• 4) was rich and fluffy with a hint of lemon and vanilla
• Another small problem is deciding whether to start your meal while your dining partner is still at the counter or to let your own meal cool down
• An alternative is finding a seat after collecting your meal
• T easy while navigating the stairs/lift with your belongings and a tray
• The menu at Vapiano is diverse with simple classics and more adventurous &lsquo
• Plus the prices are very reasonable &ndash
• I love the Vapiano menu but I'd only come here for the pasta as the pizza isn't the best (in my opinion)
• The service here was very friendly and hospitable
• Stumbled across this venue with the family and stopped by for lunch
• Simple formula appeased the variety of appetites within the family with the minimum of fuss
• I highly recommend the calzone with a glass of red and a side salad for a hearty fresh meal
• You have to wait a little bit until your meal is ready but everything is cooked in front of you and it's worth the waiting
• If you are a pasta lover and you are not looking for anything too fancy I recommend you should try Vapiano (Soho) as the food is tasty with a great value for money
• I am obsessed with the fact that I can choose what type of pasta I want
• I have to say that it is worth waiting in line
• The food at Vapianos is full of flavour
• They have the create your own meal concept which works with Italian food because you get to pick exactly what you want on your pizza and how in your pasta
• The new Wardour Street location of this global restaurant group with its fast casual take on serving freshly made Italian cuisine was worthy of a visit and my recommendation
• This gives guests the opportunity to order their dishes bespoke with extra garlic
• The dishes are ordered using a smart card system
• The herb gardens within the restaurant are also there for flavour
• Not just decoration and guests are encouraged to tear off a few basil leaves to add to their meal
• A bottle of Big Top Zinfandel went well with everything tomato y
• I reckon the vast majority of folks grabbing a bite here will be pleased and impressed with the offering
• It is quite exciting and the food is made in front of you
• The pastas are superb there with the choice of your own ingredients
• The interior is beautiful too
• Above all the service is great and very fast in terms of serving food
• I was very surprised that the place is like a market kitchen with many counters and is self service
• With self service restaurant their prices are a bit high
• Whatever superlative is available you can think Vapiano's
• The way of food here is just different
• From the unique card you are given when you enter for your ordering or to the gummy bears that you can have on the way out
• To start with you can have bread with olive oil and vinegar as a starter
• The main thing I was looking forward to though was the pizza that I ordered
• If you are hungry and need something from Italy that is a little different
• İf you have time to have a dinner with your friends or family
• The concept of the restaurant is quite interesting and they serve a wide range of dishes
• The latter was slightly disappointing
• The level of heat is not necessarily adapted to the individual dish
• Therefore I ended up with a plate of gnocchi with sage and butter AND burnt garlic
• Since everything is made in front of you
• More like a 20 minute meal than a night out with the family
• The concept is brilliant and the food is really tasty
• Vapiano in Soho is a place where you can experience casual dining with a great atmosphere
• Their system for ordering and paying for food is perfect for large groups and university students
• When I visited with my husband
• Had pesto sauce pasta with spinach pizza
• Sprawled across two floors are lots of big wooden benches and stools
• Me giving 4/5 is a big deal because I'm such a big critique
• I always order the Scampi with tagliatelle pasta
• I'd possibly give a higher rating if the portion of prawns were higher however that's just me being greedy
• Ambience of Vapiano (Soho) is great for casual dining
• Pizza was not so different but pasta was really good
• It makes your experience more special when you see chef is preparing your meal in front of your own eyes
• Had one of the best iced teas ever
• Freshly prepared cheese garlic bread in front of your eyes was also the best ever had
• Then the Estiva Pasta with its great taste and also the Italian crust pizza were wonderful
• To finish off we tried their Tiramisu which was with a blend of coffee and liquor
• The portion size is fair for their pricing given the location
• Fresh Italian then Vapiano is the place to go
• You might think that the last thing London needs is another Italian chain
• Pasta or salad) and the food is cooked fresh in front of your eyes
• A few of my friends had already been to Vapiano and were quite excited for me when I was invited along to review it
• I knew nothing of the concept except that it was Italian food
• You enter and are given a card and then you place your order at the relevant stations and load up your card
• Everything is cooked before your eyes &ndash
• We started with something from the antipasti and salad bar
• Upon reflection was meant to be a main rather than a starter
• It was huge and full of potato and asparagus which was very tasty but also very filling
• The bruschetta was also a jumbo portion
• Juicy and fresh tomatoes topped with fat slabs of mozzarella
• My contribution was carbnoara made with tagliatelle
• Strictly speaking it was not made the traditional way
• As it had cream in it but I am happy to screw tradition to go with what tastes good
• We even added chillies as we are such charlatans
• We also had the salami and ricotta with rucola which I thought would be my favourite but while it tasted good enough
• We were stuffed to the gills but with quite a bit of persuasion from the host we ordered dessert as well
• Almost all the mains are under a tenner
• The pasta and pizzas are made in front of you so you can see everything as it is being made
• Even though the pasta is delicious I do wish they are a little generous with their portions as I feel their portions are rather small in size
• The queuing system is pretty simple and the paying system is great and easy to use
• Overall Vapiano is a nice please to eat
• Until recently it was the top foreign food that we ate in this country and although we have moved on from spaghetti growing on trees our love for Italian food is still strong
• Vapiano is an Italian restaurant with locations across London that brings a fun twist to this homely cuisine
• Vapiano operates a canteen style restaurant where there is no table service and you are completely in control of your dish
• Each guest is given a card which they scan at the food points or bar when you purchase a dish or drink
• It means that you are in control of each dish and drink you select avoiding the up selling that happens when you order with table service
• Bruschetta with tomatoes and mozzarella
• The main restaurant space is bright and airy with plenty of green trees and fresh plants dotted around
• This classic combination was really refreshing
• Alex's dish of prawn tagliatelle with a tomato sauce was sweet
• There was no where near enough mango in the red mullet salad which was disappointing
• Towards the end I was just left with light green leaves in a dressing
• That said there was a good ratio of meat and vegetables
• I would recommend visiting Vapiano for a relaxed meal with friends or a catch up with your colleagues
• The relaxed atmosphere really suits a mid day meal but when the lights come down for dinner Vapiano's Soho location is a great dinner spot before drinks
• Made to order Italian in Soho with my friend Adam on an otherwise boring Tuesday evening
• Vapiano the restaurant I was invited for the purpose of this review has it's own clever little concept in the form of its unique ordering process
• Have been to their branches abroad in Amsterdam and was so impressed
• Love their basil pesto with a glass of good white wine
• First time I went to Vapiano I was in Germany
• I'm so happy I found out there was a London branch
• I fell in love with there spaghetti bolognese
• The portions here are very decent and I was quite full
• '( Here there is no booking require and you can just walk in
• I didn't order any drinks because they were pricey (typical of Central London) small drinks for £
• Reservation is usually required to avoid waiting for too long not compulsory
• The total price was about 30 pounds for three people
• Left the portion as it is on the table since it was all undercooked
• The meal took about 50 minutes to get to us but it was definitely worth the wait
• The concept is good Italian food that is prepared and cooked in front of you
• The restaurant was founded in Germany but has been a huge successful with branches all over the world
• One of the best Italian restaurants I've been
• The chef cooks right in front of you and the recipes are very traditional
• The payment process is quite engaging too
• The food took a lot to be ready but it was made right in front of me
• I've tasted their Ice Tea and it is very tasty (3
• Vapiano is an italian restaurant and is located at Soho district London
• This has been the best carbonara I've ever tasted
• Bolognese and Carbonara are the best pasta I have ever eaten
• The place is simple but well organized and with 2 floors with different environments
• I fell in love with Vapiano (Soho) after the first visit
• The chefs cook in front of you and the prices are very decent
• A very chilled place with a relaxing and friendly atmosphere
• I also like the way the service is done especially how they prepare the pasta right in front of you
• My favourite is the carbonara with the bacon bits
• I got the Arrabbiata with linguine and extra mozzarella
• Needed more seating as it was really full
• I came to Vapiano (Soho) as a tourist when I was not sill living in London
• I like the formula of this restaurant where you can choose your plate and the guys are gonna prepare it in front of you
• Ingredients are good but prices are quite high considering that is kind of a self service
• Pastas I heard are recommended but I didn't find the pasta to be as good
• Garlic bread with cheese is also a must try on the list
• One of the best pastas of my life
• The food you order is updated in that card and while leaving you need to present that card and pay for what you've eaten
• Everything is cooked in front of you and that's the best part
• I passed by yesterday and a nice lady was giving away vouchers of free desserts
• I also tried a dessert which was layers of dark and milk chocolate and cream which was a perfect way to end my journey there
• Wonderful fresh food that is cooked right in front of you
• The live pasta preparation with customisations just as you need is great
• Drinks and desserts options are nice as well
• A really nice place for some delicious and cheese pizza is amazing pasta OMG mind blowing everything is too good it's create a good memory for me
• Margherita Pizza and one more pizza with our choice of toppings
• Vapiano is an Italian food chain with many restaurants widely spread across Europe
• Vapiano (Soho) is seriously a saviour for all Jains travelling to UK or Europe
• Because not only is their dough egg free
• Their pizza sauce is also made WITHOUT onion &
• Prices are fair and wide selection of pizza I was there today on sunday and i had one salami pizza and pasta with tomato sauce
• Always get the same order lol the Aglio E Olio with tagliatelle pasta and add chicken
• Service was outstanding and food is made right there on the spot
• The bread is amazing if tried with their olive oil

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