Book online by 30 November and get a free glass of Prosecco for every guest at your table

One glass per paying adult · Dine-in only

The brass bar and wine shelves at Little Red Pepper

Our story · Maida Vale

Little Red Pepper

A Maida Vale gem since 1994, now reborn with a fresh name and a refined look.

Little Red Pepper Ristorante Pizzeria

Chef’s

ONLY THE FINEST FOOD & GREAT SERVICE

At Little Red Pepper, tradition isn’t just respected, it’s lived daily. Our wood-fired oven crackles from morning to night, turning out beautifully blistered pizzas with that unmistakable smoky soul. Alongside, our kitchen prepares homemade pastas and a selection of carefully crafted main courses, all built around seasonal ingredients sourced straight from Italy.

From comforting classics to more refined plates, every dish is made to be generous, honest, and full of character

Bruschetta beside the flames of the wood-fired ovenHomemade ravioli with aubergine and cherry tomatoes

Cuisine

Some things, however, are sacred

Our famous tiramisu remains exactly as it was in 1994. No tweaks, no reinvention, just the same beloved recipe that has quietly won hearts for decades. The same goes for our pizza dough, still prepared with the care and method that define our kitchen, and our homemade tagliatelle with slow-cooked beef ragù, a dish that has stood the test of time.

While we honour these classics, our menu continues to evolve through the use of seasonal ingredients sourced from Italy, bringing freshness and balance to every plate.

Our wine list is refined and carefully curated, featuring exceptional Italian bottles that pair effortlessly with every dish we serve.

Green banquettes beneath Little Red Pepper’s hand-painted mural

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Reservations recommended.

Book online by 30 November for a free glass of Prosecco per guest

One glass per paying adult · Dine-in only

  • Since 1994
  • ★ 4.1 · 395 Google reviews
  • Homemade pasta & wood-fired pizza
  • Near Warwick Avenue tube

For groups, Christmas parties or dietary requests, add a note to your booking and the team will take care of it.

Little Red Pepper

8 Formosa Street, London W9 1EE

For groups or dietary requests, add a note to your booking and the team will take care of it.

Opening hours

  • Monday to Thursday, 5pm to 10:30pm
  • Friday and Saturday, 12pm to 11pm
  • Sunday, 12pm to 10pm
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