Ресторан · London · ⭐ 9.7/10 · 39830 reviews · $$$ · updated: 2026-06-30 20:42:39
Address: 40-41 Rathbone Pl, London W1T 1HX, United Kingdom
A spectacular Big Mamma trattoria in Fitzrovia
Circolo Popolare, from the cult Big Mamma group, is one of London’s most photographed Italian restaurants — all cascading ceiling flowers, white-washed stone and walls lined with around 20,000 bottles of vintage spirits and wines. Set on Rathbone Square in Fitzrovia, it has a Sicilian, Mediterranean spirit and a vibrant, candlelit atmosphere with warm service.
What to order
The signature dish is the Gran Carbonara, served from a 4kg wheel of pecorino. Expect also soft Neapolitan pizzas with San Marzano DOP tomatoes, burrata from Puglia, fritters and garlic bread, plus famous desserts — the chocolate profiterole and the XXL lemon pie.
Who it’s for
A fun night out with friends, a celebration or a date where the room is part of the show — with generous portions and fair prices for the spectacle. Booking ahead is recommended.
Questions and answers
What food does it serve? Generous Italian — Neapolitan pizzas, pasta, burrata and big desserts.
What to order first? The Gran Carbonara from a 4kg pecorino wheel and the XXL lemon pie.
What makes the interior special? Ceiling flowers, white-washed stone and around 20,000 bottles on the walls.
Where is it? On Rathbone Square in Fitzrovia, central London.
Website and social:
Official website
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Opening hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 12:00–22:30 |
| Tuesday | 12:00–22:30 |
| Wednesday | 12:00–22:30 |
| Thursday | 12:00–22:30 |
| Friday | 12:00–22:30 |
| Saturday | 11:00–22:30 |
| Sunday | 11:00–22:00 |
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Visitor reviews
Reviews last updated: 2026-06-30 20:42:39
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Incredible place. The atmosphere, honestly, is one of the best around here. Very relaxed, warm and a perfect spot for an unhurried meal. The food also completely lived up to expectations. I ordered the mushroom and truff…
I'm here for the second time, the food is top! Carpathians and pizza, delicious! The service is a bit slow, but we reckon it's always fully booked here.