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Manicomio City

4.7 (699)
£26 to £40
Italian
6 Gutter Lane, London, EC2V 8AS

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Manicomio City

4.7
£26 to £40
Italian
Bank

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Manicomio City occupies a stunning glass fronted Norman Foster building set over three floors moments from St Paul’s. Situated on Gutter Lane which runs between Cheapside and Gresham Street.

This somewhat hidden Italian gem buzzes Monday to Friday from the moment it opens at 8am with nearby workers on the coffee run and business breakfasters. Lunch service from 12pm is lively and Manicomio's spectacular take away counter has proven to be as alluring as the ground floor café itself, and also the two floors of a la cate dining above.

Come the afternoon, the ground floor café draws a crowd from early evening drinkers, gradually transforming into an atmospheric candlelit cocktail bar offering aperitifs and snacks before the kitchen starts its dinner service.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fausto Rojas
  • Catering
    Off site catering from a tray of sandwiches to a 3 course sit down party menu can be catered for. Please call with your inquiry.
  • Private party facilities
    Manicomio City boasts three floors with a complete range of private dining options - cocktail parties of up to 100 and sit down dinners up to 60. We can also organise special late licenses for parties that wish to continue celebrations or bring a dj. Should you wish, there is also the opportunity to hire the entire restaurant.
  • Area
    Bank
  • Cross Street
    Cheapside
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public transport
    St Paul’s / Mansion House
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Manicomio City.

4.7

4.7
(699)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • City of London

    Best Overall

  • City of London

    Best Service

  • City of London

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Manicomio City offers a "wonderful atmosphere" perfect for client meetings or relaxed breakfasts. It's a "friendly upmarket Italian restaurant" with "excellent food and wine" and "on point service." Diners appreciate its reliability and superb service, making it a go-to spot for both regulars and newcomers alike. Highly recommended!
699 Reviews
  1. Peter

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing from start to finish. Excellent food and wine with on point service.

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  2. Neil Gold

    London80 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very attentive service and great atmosphere for a client meeting as was busy but still quiet. The food was delicious and reasonable cost as well.

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  3. Nathan

    London3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great for breakfast - less formal on ground floor.

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  4. Stuart Gold

    London97 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good bet. Reliable for both food and service. Nice to be able to have breakfast outside too. Tables are a bit close together but that’s life!

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  5. Knkush Gold

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Customer Service, well done 👍 Wonderful atmosphere, delicious food Good attention to detail

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  6. Paul Gold

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch First time visiting but won’t be my last

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  7. John Gold

    London155 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 28 July 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Manicomio City is always reliable for good upmarket Italian food.

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  8. Mark

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 July 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience, fabulous food and attentive service. We had a lovely time and were looked after so well by all the Manicomio team!

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  9. Rupert Gold

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always a lovely lunch, highly recommend! Many thanks

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  10. John Gold

    London155 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 May 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Friendly upmarket Italian restaurant. I have been visiting for many years. On my most recent visit I had the best piece of cod that I have had for a long time.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:30 am–10:30 am Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Fausto Rojas
  • Catering
    Off site catering from a tray of sandwiches to a 3 course sit down party menu can be catered for. Please call with your inquiry.
  • Private party facilities
    Manicomio City boasts three floors with a complete range of private dining options - cocktail parties of up to 100 and sit down dinners up to 60. We can also organise special late licenses for parties that wish to continue celebrations or bring a dj. Should you wish, there is also the opportunity to hire the entire restaurant.
  • Area
    Bank
  • Cross Street
    Cheapside
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public transport
    St Paul’s / Mansion House
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

FAQs

Weekdays are the highlight, Manicomio City buzzes Monday–Friday with lively coffee and business lunches; if you prefer a quieter evening, one guest reported a fairly quiet Friday night.

Guests describe portion sizes as decent at Manicomio City, satisfying without being excessive.

Yes, the A la Carte desserts list includes a clearly vegan option, the "Vegan crème caramel, " giving plant‑based diners at least one labelled choice.

Yes, Manicomio City becomes an atmospheric, candlelit cocktail bar before dinner, and guests praise its cozy, stylish ambience and memorable birthday and evening visits.

Manicomio City is at its liveliest for a weekday City lunch, lunch service from 12:00 on Mon–Fri, while guests find Tuesday evenings (and some Friday nights) noticeably quieter.

Yes, Manicomio City has a full drinks offering, anchored by an extensive wine list (Ports, Barolos, Prosecco, Champagne and many regional reds and whites) and a ground-floor cocktail bar serving aperitifs.

Manicomio City feels polished and welcoming across its three glass-fronted floors: the ground-floor café is buzzy by day before becoming an atmospheric, candlelit cocktail bar in the evening, while the upstairs dining rooms are described by guests as light, airy and ideal for business lunches or a relaxed dinner.

Manicomio City is at its busiest Monday–Friday mornings and through the lunchtime service, when nearby office workers keep the ground-floor café and lunch service lively; several reviewers also note the restaurant can be very busy so reservations are wise. Some weeknight dinners, for example a reviewer’s Friday evening visit, were fairly quiet, and other guests report a pleasant, quieter vibe upstairs on certain weeknights.

Yes, Manicomio City offers outdoor seating: guests mention good seating outside and a pleasant courtyard area enjoyed during visits.

Business casual, aim for neat, professional clothing rather than formal wear, which suits the City lunch and dinner crowd.

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Manicomio City

4.7
£26 to £40
Italian
Bank

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
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