Fiume

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Silver Award
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SquareMeal Review of Fiume

Silver Award

Part of the D&D stable, Fiume means ‘river’ and the site boasts a large alfresco terrace next to the Thames, decked out with olives trees and potted herbs. Inside, the open-plan dining room is stylish and buzzy; the kind of space that’s equally good for groups or dinner per due. The menu draws on southern Italy and is split into antipasti, primi and secondi, plus cicchetti snacks such as punchy crostini topped with anchovies and mozzarella. Stand-outs on our visit included tagliolini laced with generous amounts of fresh crab and Amalfi lemon, perfectly al dente pasta boosted with a judicious kick of chilli spice; and decadent burrata tortelli with sage and truffle, crunchy hazelnuts adding texture to the creamy parcels. Elsewhere the menu includes lamb scottadito – juicy chops served with smoky aubergine – and homestyle ‘Roman’ chicken in tomato and olive sauce. Sicilian staples such as crisp zucchini fritti and tiramisu are also worth a punt; while a weekend brunch menu, the all-Italian wine list and great selection of aperitivos are further pluses. 

 

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Average Price
££££ - £30 - £49
Cuisines
Italian
Ambience
Fun, Glamorous, Lively, Romantic
Food Occasions
Dinner, Lunch
Alfresco And Views
Great views, Outside seating, Terrace, Waterside
Special Features
Vegetarian options
Perfect for
Birthdays, Celebrations, Child friendly, Dates, Romantic

About

Italian restaurant Fiume is the brainchild of restaurant group D&D London. Located right on the bank of the river Thames (Fiume is Italian for River, after all), this stylish yet relaxed spot can be found in Battersea Power Station’s Circus West Village serving rustic southern Italian fare. The menu is inspired by Italian island of Sicily – wholesome, hearty and authentic - and using only the freshest Mediterranean ingredients. While Francesco oversees the restaurant, the kitchen is led by head chef Pasquale Cossolino, with both chefs hailing from the same region in southern Italy. 

The décor is designed by Macaulay Sinclair, who’s also the brains behind the likes of Hawksmoor and Dishoom. Natural materials such as oak, stone and marble create a calm yet stylish setting, with injections of colour coming from blue upholstery and artwork on the walls. Warm-toned hanging lights add to the naturally bright interiors while a large, open wine case showcases its strong collection. On warmer days, diners can take in the views of the Thames on the alfresco piazza, which is decked out with terracotta pots and lemon and olive trees.  

Expect a crowd-pleasing menu focussed on Italian classics. Cicchetti and antipasti takes the form of scallop with honey and 'nduja, and fried calamari with tropea onion and chilli jam. The ‘primi’ course includes spaghetti cacio e pepe with truffle, and tagliatelle with Welsh lamb ragout, mint and pecorino, all made with daily-made pasta. While ‘secondi’ includes grilled sea bass with tenderstem broccoli and mash potatoes or spicy fregola, mussels and cannellini beans. For something more laid-back, there are plenty of pizzas topped with an array of inspired toppings. And dessert features new takes on Italian favourites, such as vanilla pannacotta with coffee and staranise sauce. There is a child-friendly menu available, too, as well as a changing seasonal menu, focussed on white truffle, for example.  

From the drink's menu, there is a strong selection of negronis and signature cocktails, as well as Italian wines, beers, aperitifs and digestifs.  

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Location

Circus West Village, Sopwith Way, Battersea, London, SW8 5BN

020 3904 9010 020 3904 9010

Website

Opening Times

Lunch
Mon 12:00-15:00
Tue 12:00-15:00
Wed 12:00-15:00
Thu 12:00-15:00
Fri 12:00-15:00
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Dinner
Mon 17:00-22:00
Tue 17:00-22:00
Wed 17:00-22:00
Thu 17:00-22:00
Fri 17:00-22:00
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
All day
Mon Closed
Tue Closed
Wed Closed
Thu Closed
Fri Closed
Sat 12:00-22:00
Sun 12:00-21:00

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37 Reviews 
Food/Drink
Service
Atmosphere
Value

Douglas H

11 August 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 4
Service 4
Atmosphere 4
Value 4
Tortoise and the hare.

A superb meal with excellent cocktails and a fine bottle of Gavi di Gavi. The restaurant would benefit hugely from the "slow food " approach that has been adopted in many establishments in Italy. Good food should be lingered over not rushed.

Annette M

28 July 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 3.5
Service 4.5
Atmosphere 4.5
Value 3.5

fantastic service, pizza great, prawns & calamari obviously cooked from frozen 

Ann B

24 July 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

We had a lovely meal at Fiume. The staff were very welcoming and helpful. The food was delicious. Would definitely recommend 

Gabriel L

19 July 2024  
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 4.5
Value 3.5

Excelent food and services. the Prosecco is amazing.  highly recommend. 

Anon

12 July 2024  
Food & Drink 3
Service 3
Atmosphere 4.5
Value 2.5
Who are you kidding?

 To the point: Arancini di riso, tasteless;  Bruschetta di pomodoro, tasteless; Fettuccine astice, just ok with few tiny pieces of lobster to be carefully looked for among the pasta; fish dish acceptable, nothing more. If the staff of Squaremeal have eaten there and recommend it we must live in two different planets. My visit to the Power station and the day I chose to take off were spoiled.

PS to be fair, the Negroni was good and so was the expresso coffee. Nothing was completely wrong

Sarah C

29 June 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 3.5
Atmosphere 5
Value 3.5

We had a lovely dinner at Fiume, the food was delicious and nicely presented. The atmosphere was great too, a nice mix of relaxed and sophisticated. Service was a little odd (there only appeared to be a small handful of the waiting staff who could take orders, and the waiter tried to serve our drinks to the neighbouring table) and dishes are quite pricey (a lot of the dishes need topping up with sides too), but overall we had a great evening and would recommend.

Winnie L

12 May 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5

Excellent food with excellent service????????????Just like from the heaven ????????????

Giovanna S

05 May 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 4
Service 5
Atmosphere 4
Value 4

Good. We enjoyed our meal and the service was great. The food wasn't anything special but a nice place with a nice atmoshere.

Jess W

10 April 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 1
Service 1
Atmosphere 1
Value 1
Slow service, disappointing food.

Other than the location and interior, I was thoroughly dissatisfied. 
Service was slow and the food was overpriced for the quality.

Daniella R

04 March 2024   - Verified Diner
Food & Drink 3
Service 3
Atmosphere 3
Value 3
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