What a great place. Arrived on spec and was greeted by a great member of staff. Seating was quickly found for us even though it was very busy. Lots of locals - good sign. Food standard/ quality and service excellent. Best Italian we have had...in a very long time.More

A great family run italian independant resturaunt. The food was wonderfully cooked. Large portions and served by a caring and engaging staff. Had a great time here. Missed it from the moment we left.

Cracking rustic Italian meal my family and I had today ! Service was excellent and the waiters made such a fuss of our kids :) I had the veal Milanese with carbonara, was the best I’ve ever had anywhere in the world, my partner had...the salmon pasta which was delicious, and the kids had pizza and spag Bol …. Once again all excellent ! Definitely will be back soonMore

Had a lovely experience at this restaurant. Food was excellent quality and portions were very good too. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Went with other half and kids and we all loved it. Best Italian restaurant ive been to for years. Will certainly be...making a point of going back there again.More

This is an amazing Italian Restaurant. I would highlight recommend for friends , dates and family. Atmosphere - Firstly, stepping into the restaurant felt like stepping into Italy . It is busy in there due to how popular it is but everyone seems happy to...be there and enjoying their experience , so there is really positive vibes. Service - Waiters are friendly , fast, attentive , not over powering and kind. They even sprinkled some humour into our interactions which we enjoyed. Food - Amazing ! The menu has so much to choose from it was hard for my to decide . The lobster pasta dish was a fan favourite for my friends and the agiolio was lovely. Definitely going back there !More

Went with friends on a very busy Saturday night before a show at the Cliffs, food was fantastic, I had the seafood risotto, probably the best I’ve ever tasted. The service was spot on, very friendly and attentive even though they were extremely busy. Our...first visit but definitely not our last, will be returning very soon!More

Thistle place is Amazing Great Food Great Service Fabulous Atmosphere We shall definitely return Not over priced and high quality food

The best Italian in the Southend area! Food always delivers and the service is perfect! The perfect destination for a dinner with friends

We have just returned home after dinner at Piccolo for our son’s 10th birthday. From the moment we walked in, until when we left, it was an absolute joy and the food and service was fantastic. Thank you everyone. It rounded off a weekend of...celebrations perfectly (and the chocolate biscuits will be well enjoyed. This was our first time dining with you and certainly won’t be the last! Grazie mille! Sei meraviglioso!More

Pre theatre meal after day on the front and this place is busy busy. Fast paced loud and always moving but you never feel left out and neglected. The food was fresh, garlic bread with cheese was fabulous, hot and plentiful. Lobster ravioli, mushroom risotto...and spaghetti frutti deli mare were consumed while piping hot fresh and beautifully tasty . We did have dessert and a loverly refreshing bottle of Italian Sauvignon wine. Great value for money, great location, fantastic friendly attentive service makes this highly recommended and well worth a visit if you in townMore

We have visited a few times, big group for birthdays or small number of us other times and the experience is always good, staff are friendly and the restaurant has a great atmosphere. The salmon pasta is amazing and also the best tiramisu! Need to...return soon to try the pizza!More

Excellent service and very good food. Booked table for 5:30, not sure if we'd need to. By 6 it was packed, but the staff were attentive throughout. Very impressed