About This Pub
Ah, Il Tocco D'Artista – what a lovely little find in Finchley! From what I've gathered from the buzz around it, this place really nails that authentic Italian vibe, with owners chatting away in Italian and dishing out food that transports you straight to the streets of Rome or Naples. The meals are spot on – think perfectly cooked calamari that doesn't chew like rubber, pizzas that'll have you coming back for more, and pasta that's fresh and full of heart. Plus, it's all served up quickly and with a smile, making for a relaxed evening out. On the flip side, though, there was that one grumble about waiting forever for the bill, which could leave you twiddling your thumbs at the end of a great meal. And without a website, it's not the easiest to plan a visit, but honestly, that's a minor quibble when the food and atmosphere are this good. All in all, if you're after a proper Italian treat without the hefty price tag, it's well worth a go – just keep an eye on the time for that final tab!
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The authentic Italian atmosphere is spot on – it's run by real Italians, making you feel like you've popped over to Italy without leaving Finchley.
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The food is absolutely delicious; think melt-in-your-mouth calamari, top-notch pizza, and fresh pasta that's packed with flavour and comes in generous portions.
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Service is generally quick and friendly, with staff who are welcoming and make you feel right at home.
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Prices are reasonable for what you get, offering great value without breaking the bank.
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The place is clean and well-kept, with a solid selection of starters, mains, and desserts like the highly recommended tiramisu.
Cons
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There can be the odd hiccup with service, like waiting ages for the bill, which might put a slight dampener on things.
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No website means it's a bit tricky to check menus or book ahead online, so you might have to just turn up and hope for the best.
Contact Information
324 Ballards Ln, London N12 0EY
+442084920616
Italian
Opens at 17:30
Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 17:30 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday (Today) | 17:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 17:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 17:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 12:00 - 23:00 |
Recent Reviews
We went for a late lunch on Sunday, around 4pm. They were great! I love going to an Italian restaurant where people are authentic Italians that speak Italian among themselves. We discovered a gem in Finchley! Food was great and fast service. Lovely! We will comeback!
Always great to see an Italian restaurant run by Italians. This place is initially unassuming but serves absolutely delicious food. Calamari was perfect, squid just melts away not chewy at all. Pizza was to die for and pasta fresh and full of flavour. Wow! Really reasonable too on price genuinely amazing restaurant.
Charming authentic Italian restaurant. The pizza was one of the best I've had, the pasta great too. It feels that you have been transported to Italy and not in Finchley
Really yummy food and amazing portion sizes for what you pay. The food is always great and there are loads of different options to chose from. The food came really quick and was hot so you could tell it was fresh, the only issue we had was when we asked for the bill. It took ages to come and we had to ask many times. I would definitely still recommend this place as its really worth the visit and you won't regret it!
Really amazing restaurant! Owners are incredible and really welcoming. Food is great with so much option on starters mains and desserts - highly recommended the tiramisu. Everything is reasonably priced and the restaurant is clean with really good service from the staff. (They are also amazing)
I’ve returned so many times with family and friends and will continue to do so!! :) highly recommend to anyone to enjoy a meal here.
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