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An award-winning Italian restaurant chain in London, known for its fresh, handmade pasta, with locations in Covent Garden, Golden Square, Soho, Borough Yards, Kensington, and City.
Will Ellner is the co-founder of Bancone, a highly regarded pasta-focused restaurant group in London. He is known for establishing and operating successful dining experiences centered around fresh, artisanal pasta.
Last updated: 5/17/2026, 9:06:23 AM
Bancone is an award-winning London restaurant renowned for its fresh, handmade pasta, crafted daily. It offers a lively and casual dining experience across multiple locations in London, including Covent Garden, Golden Square, and Kensington. The restaurant focuses on high-quality Italian dishes at a reasonable price point.
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Customers consistently praise the excellent fresh pasta and food quality, with the fried artichoke and silk handkerchief pasta often highlighted as standout dishes. Many find the pricing to be good value for London. However, common criticisms include inconsistent service, tables being too close together, and a sometimes loud atmosphere. Despite these points, the food quality often leads customers to express a desire to return.
Bancone has multiple locations across London, including Covent Garden, Golden Square, and Kensington. The restaurant charges for bread and filtered tap water, and a 15% service charge is typically added to the bill.
Bancone is open for lunch and dinner. The Covent Garden location operates Monday-Wednesday from 12 PM - 10 PM, Thursday-Saturday from 12 PM - 10:30 PM, and Sunday from 12 PM - 9:30 PM. Given the lively atmosphere and close tables, it might be less crowded during off-peak lunch hours.
