500 Restaurant

I've been to 500 twice so far, and both times we had a mouthwatering meal. First time it was all about the specials: they had some fresh porcini (which they were proudly showing to customers), so we went for risotto ai porcini, followed by swordfish- both were superb! We also had the cake of the day, a fantastic lemon tarte. When we went back, we tried dishes from the menu: gnocchi for my husband, and monkfish for me. I gave the fish 10/10 (I'm not a big pasta fan, so cannot comment on it). Bottom line: both times, we had a terrific meal, whether choosing a la carte or going specials. We have already booked our third visit :)
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Monday, September 29, 2008

Simply the best Italian restaurant in North London.
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luciano
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, September 02, 2008

Back after few weeks : 500 is constantly improving. This time I have also enjoyed the grilled fish - the pasta is truly exceptional, the best in London.....the chief is doing a very good job, I would rate him higher than many so called celebrity chiefs....top value for money in London!
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joseph
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, August 20, 2008

This must be one of the most reasonable restaurants in London with quality food on offer. The seabass was very good as well as the pasta based dishes. Merlot wine for £2.00 a glass is a bargain and very good too. The manager and chef were very attentive. We had a starter each, main course each, glass of wine and 1 desert for less than £25 - beat that!
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Mike
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Food 10 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 10
Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Went to 500 for the first time on Friday, and we were impressed. Both pasta dishes were a success, as was a main course of rabbit. Friendly service. This corner of London is short of good restaurants, and this one deserves to do well.
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MarkP - View all reviews by this user
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Food 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 8
Monday, August 04, 2008

Been there twice: excellent pasta dishes, succulent mains, great value for money, very relaxing atmosphere....oh I forgot, the tiramisu is fantastic!

On the minus side: fish based dishes are not as good as the others, I would suggest to avoid them, they are quite average.....

Overall : one of the most authentic Italian places in London, good food indeed you do realize that the Chief has a special touch
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joseph
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 10
Thursday, July 10, 2008

Excellent food at a very reasonable price. Highly recommended.
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Adrian Carr
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Food 9 | Service 9 | Atmosphere 7 | Value for money 10
Thursday, July 10, 2008

This is a really lovely authentic italian restaurant. The manager served fresh bread which was a lovely touch. The food was all freshly cooked to perfection. The manager was friendly and attentive. Whilst we tried their dish of the day risotto (or you can have pasta) with porcini, the chef came out from the kitchen to ask how the food was, which was a really nice gesture. The risotto was flavorsome and the porcini mushroom melted in your mouth. We chose from the specials menu, I tried the seabass and my partner tried the seafood pasta (both fish dishes were fresh and very tasty). The specials were excellent value for money and worth every penny. This is a truly hidden gem in Archway. We will definitely be going back for more!
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Sophie W
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Food 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10 | Value for money 10
Tuesday, June 24, 2008