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Neapolitan Restaurants

Il Principe

Il Principe is a Neapolitan restaurant located in Oxford, England. They offer a variety of authentic Italian dishes and are known for their delicious pizza. In addition to their food, Il Principe also has a bar and pub area for customers to enjoy.

Introduction to Il Principe

Il Principe is a Neapolitan restaurant located on Cowley Road in Oxford, England. The restaurant has a rich history, with the owner coming from a family of Italian chefs. The restaurant's unique selling point is its traditional Neapolitan cuisine, which is prepared using fresh ingredients and authentic Italian techniques.

Services & products

Il Principe offers a wide variety of Neapolitan dishes, including pizza, pasta, and seafood. They also have a selection of Italian wines and cocktails to complement the food. The restaurant has a cozy and intimate atmosphere, making it the perfect place for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.

Location

Il Principe is located on Cowley Road, a bustling street in Oxford known for its diverse range of independent businesses. The area is popular with students and young professionals, and there are many bars and pubs in the vicinity. The restaurant is easily accessible by public transportation, with the closest bus stop (Cowley Road) only a 2-minute walk away. Other nearby options include the Magdalen Street East bus stop (5-minute walk) and the Oxford railway station (25-minute walk).

Benefits

Customers should choose Il Principe for its authentic Neapolitan cuisine, expertly prepared by skilled chefs. The restaurant has a cozy and intimate atmosphere, making it the perfect place for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and the prices are reasonable for the quality of food and service.

Good to know

Il Principe is a popular restaurant and can get busy during peak hours, so reservations are recommended. The restaurant also offers takeout and delivery services for those who prefer to dine at home.

Reviews

Customers rave about the quality of the food at Il Principe, with many praising the authentic Neapolitan flavors and fresh ingredients. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and friendly staff also receive high marks from reviewers. Overall, Il Principe is a highly recommended restaurant for anyone looking for a taste of Italy in Oxford.

Amenities

  • amenity
    takeout
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    catering
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    gluten-free options
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    vegan options
  • amenity
    wine list
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    cocktails
  • amenity
    beer list
  • amenity
    brunch

FAQ

What types of traditional Neapolitan dishes do you serve at your restaurant?

We serve a variety of traditional Neapolitan dishes such as pizza Margherita, spaghetti alle vongole, and eggplant parmigiana.

Do you use authentic Neapolitan ingredients in your dishes?

Yes, we use only authentic Neapolitan ingredients in our dishes such as San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and extra-virgin olive oil.

Are there gluten-free or vegan options available on your menu?

Yes, we have gluten-free options available for some of our dishes such as gluten-free pizza crust. We also have vegan options available such as our vegan Margherita pizza and vegan eggplant parmigiana.

Can you accommodate large groups or private events?

Yes, we can accommodate large groups and private events in our restaurant. We have a private dining area and can arrange for special menus and catering services.

Do you offer delivery or takeout options for customers who prefer to eat at home?

Yes, we offer both delivery and takeout options for customers who prefer to eat at home. Customers can order online or by phone and we will deliver their food to them or they can pick it up at our restaurant.

Reviews

  • Pranava Tandra

    Best place to get all ingredients if you’re cooking Italian! The mozzarella is freshly available and there are also homemade sauces that are super tasty! They also have a take away menu and they have some of the authentic Italian dishes on it.

    27-05-2023
  • Programmer1

    Love their gourmet pizzas. Probably the best takeaway pizzas I have found in Oxford and I've tried a few.

    07-05-2023
  • Holly Lalanne

    Without a shadow of doubt, Il Principe delivers the best Italian food in Oxford.

    28-11-2022
  • paul le henaff

    Amazing freshly cooked calzones and lots of Italian cooking ingredients

    28-10-2022
  • Anne Radl

    This is the BEST pizza in Oxford - hands down (and, as a pizza fanatic, I've tried all the pizza here)! They're super nice too - and you can call them direct to order delivery (and save lots on Deliveroo fees).

    28-10-2022
  • Samuel Greenrod

    Fantastic deli and pizza shop! My only problems, which did annoy me a bit (enough to take off two stars!): 1. Every time I've bought the tiramisu it has been frozen (seems other reviewers had the same problem!). It took long enough to defrost that it couldn't be eaten with my pizza which was a shame! 2. The weight of the foil container is included in the cost of deli products. This means you pay premium deli prices for a cheap bit of foil, the value of which get worse the less you buy (due to a bigger proportion of the cost being just box)! Given the deli items are quite pricey, it is a bit of a rip off. Please remove the container weight from the food weight before charging! Thanks.

    28-08-2022
  • Claudia Viaro

    Good takeaway pizza, £8.30 for a Margherita. Also, good selection of Italian products, especially olives, cheese, ham, taralli, spirits and cannoli

    28-08-2022
  • Lauren A

    28-08-2022
  • An Te Chu

    Severely disappointing for a few reasons 1. Overcharged. When I called back to ask why, they claimed that they had given me a larger portion and therefore charged me more. I didn't ask for a larger portion and was never told it was going to be larger. 2. Had the steak pizzaiola which still had way too much fat on it. This is a relatively swift dish to make which means that the meat needs to be thoroughly pounded to be tender AND nearly all the fat needs to be trimmed because it does not cook long enough to render. My steak therefore had a rubbery ring which made it difficult to eat 3. Salad was made up partially of lettuce core. 4. My tiramisu was frozen. Please don't serve food that isn't ready to be consumed. If I order takeaway and then try and eat it 30 minutes later, when I get to dessert it should not be frozen solid. Furthermore, tiramisu should never be frozen. It is a mortal sin to do so. When freezing tiramisu, the liquid inside the ladyfingers freeze and crystallize. Upon thawing you get a completely different texture. Tiramisu can stay chilled for a few days and some argue that day old tiramisu is much better. There should be no reason to freeze it unless you are making too much at once and never selling it. The positives were that the pizzaiola sauce was really rich fragrant and delicious and the steak was tender, which made me wonder what could have been if only such simple mistakes were not made.

    28-07-2022
  • Samir Thapa

    Really great tiramisu!

    28-07-2022