What happens when you combine the depth of Japanese umami with the richness of Italian comfort food?
Osteria Angelina answers that question with sophistication and flair. This stylish London restaurant redefines fusion cuisine, creating a menu where East meets West in the most delicious way.
If you're looking for the perfect date night destination, Osteria Angelina delivers on every front.
From beautifully plated sharing dishes to a warm, ambient setting, it sets the stage for connection and conversation.
A New Chapter: À la Carte Fusion Dining
Many diners may already know Angelina for its popular set menu, but the latest à la carte menu at Osteria Angelina offers something even more exciting.
The flexibility to choose your own dishes means you can create a completely bespoke dining experience.
This format is perfect for sharing. You and your date can explore a variety of flavours and textures together, making the experience more interactive and memorable.
And really, who could resist a menu that fuses Japanese precision with Italian soul?
The Starters: Small Bite Not To Be Missed
Start strong with the Pizzetta Nera featuring red prawn.
This dish packs a deep umami punch, thanks to the nutty creaminess of Fontina cheese and the fermented depth of moromi - an unrefined soy mash that’s bold, salty, and full of character. It’s rich, complex, and beautifully plated.
- Fontina is a semi-soft, cow’s milk cheese from Italy with a mild nuttiness and great meltability - think Gruyère’s funkier cousin.
- Moromi is the chunky, fermented mash of soybeans, salt, and grains that forms the base for making soy sauce. Used as a seasoning or condiment, it brings intense savoury-salty complexity.
Another early highlight is the Hokkaido milk bread with kumquat.
Light and fluffy with a subtle sweetness, it is the kind of dish that gets conversation flowing from the first bite.
If you adored bread, then also don't hesitate to order the nori foccacia.
Try not to inhale it though as it's ideal for mopping up sauces, it adds an unexpected but satisfying note to the dining experience.
For something refreshing, you’ll also want to try the magic tomato salad.
Served with basil-flavoured shaved ice, this dish is fresh and cooling, offering a welcome pause between the bolder flavours on the menu. It is light, summery, and perfect for sharing.
The Crudos
I love all kinds of thoughtfully cured raw fish - and the selection at this place did not disappoint.
If you get one of the crudos, the hamachi with truffle is one of Osteria Angelina’s classic items. It is both refined and indulgent, perfect for anyone with a soft spot for truffle.
The kombu-cured bream with smoked red butter and pear is also a standout.
Buttery and slightly sweet, it offers a subtle contrast that complements richer dishes on the table.
We also got the tuna crudo, dressed simply with house-made ponzu and fresh wasabi.
It’s clean, balanced, and quietly excellent. (If you’re not familiar, ponzu is a citrus-based soy sauce - tangy, savoury, and the perfect match for raw fish.)
Sharing Pasta Means Shared Joy
No date night is complete without pasta, and Osteria Angelina delivered.
The agnoletti with crab and sausage is a deeply savoury dish that showcases the restaurant’s Japanese influence in every bite.
The tortellini with truffle and kombu is a decadent option for truffle lovers.
It is rich and aromatic, offering a luxurious twist on a classic Italian favourite.
For the Bold: Ox Tongue and Late-Night Bread
For adventurous palates, the ox tongue with wasabi is a dish worth trying. The texture might be new for some, but the flavour is full-bodied and satisfying.
Why Osteria Angelina is Made for Date Night
The sharing-style menu encourages connection, with each dish sparking conversation and curiosity.
The fusion concept keeps the experience dynamic and playful. And the intimate setting brings everything together in one thoughtful package.
Whether it is a first date or a night out with someone special, Osteria Angelina creates the kind of meal you will both remember.
A Must-Visit for Fusion Food Fans
If you love Japanese food, Italian food, or simply appreciate inventive cooking done well, Osteria Angelina should be on your list.
The flavours are bold but balanced, the presentation is stunning, and the atmosphere is just right for lingering over dinner and drinks.
This is not just a meal. It is an experience worth sharing.
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