DOP Parma Ham with Seasonal Melon
DOP Parma Ham with Seasonal Melon
Lizzie’s Cucina
Lizzie’sCucina
Italian Dining House
Hidden in North London.
Award-Winning Sicilian Dining
Our story
Sicilian tradition, served simply.
At Lizzie’s Cucina, our commitment to excellence drives all our efforts. This dedication has placed us in the top 1% of restaurants in London, and we have proudly received TripAdvisor’s esteemed Certificate of Excellence. Led by the renowned Sicilian chef Carmelo Carnevale, we focus on providing genuine Italian cuisine made with the finest ingredients available. Every visit, complemented by exquisite wines and the welcoming service of Franca Bongiorno-Roberts, guarantees a memorable dining experience.
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Chef Carmelo Carnevale
A lifetime of Sicilian tradition.
Born among the lemon groves of southern Sicily, Carmelo learned at his grandmother's stove — slow ragus, hand-rolled pasta, the rhythm of feeding a family.
Carmelo CarnevaleRead his story
La Cucina
Signature plates, honoured nightly.
Carmelo's most-loved dishes — from the sea, the orchard, the slow oven.
Fresh Spaghetti Al Nero, Cuttlefish Black Ink Ragù, Squid & Ricotta Cheese
Fresh Spaghetti Al Nero, Cuttlefish Black Ink Ragù, Squid & Ricotta Cheese
Roasted Sea Bass Fillet with Sicilian Caponata and Lemon Dressing
Roasted Sea Bass Fillet with Sicilian Caponata and Lemon Dressing
Awards & Recognition
Recognised for Italian excellence.
Awards and distinctions recognising Lizzie’s Cucina and Chef Carmelo Carnevale.
Gambero Rosso International — 1 Forchetta
Gambero Rosso International · 2026
Travellers’ Choice
Tripadvisor · 2025
AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence
The AA
Ospitalità Italiana — Award for Quality
Italian Chamber of Commerce
Guinness World Record — World’s Longest Tiramisù
ICC / Guinness World Records · 2026
Ambassador of Sicilian Culture & Cuisine — Milano World Expo
Italian Government · Chef Carmelo Carnevale · 2015
Kind words
Stories from our table.
A few words from guests who have celebrated, gathered and dined with us.
“Carmelo, Franca and the team made our intimate wedding feel completely personal. The Italian feast, wines and garden reception became part of our family story.”
“A wonderful Italian gem with genuinely delicious vegetarian choices, lovely wine and a warm welcome. I left already planning my next visit.”
“Our whole table was astonished by the food. The seafood ravioli, king prawns and wine made this one of the most memorable meals we have shared.”
Private Dining · Celebrations
Celebrate beautifully.
Weddings. Anniversaries. Birthdays. Quiet business dinners. We host gatherings of 12 to 80 with bespoke menus, dedicated service and a room that feels yours for the evening.
Plan your eventExperience Sicily.
A table is set. Candles are lit. The wine is opened. The evening is yours.
Reserve Your TableFrom our table
All events What’s on.
Live music, seasonal gatherings and the joy of coming together around food.
What's on at Lizzie's
Live music
Giuseppe Live — Italian Music Night
Friday, 20 November 20267pm onwards
An evening of live Italian music with Giuseppe and Sicilian dining at Lizzie’s Cucina.
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Christmas market
Italian Christmas Market & Carol Singing
Saturday, 12 December 202610am–5pm
An Italian Christmas market with street food, carol singing, panettoni and festive produce.
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