Italian · Shoreditch
Manteca is a cool, dimly lit pasta restaurant on Curtain Road, with a chic, minimalist feel and a menu that goes well beyond standard Italian — think duck ragu and unusual seasonal combinations that genuinely excite food lovers. The atmosphere is on the intimate, grown-up side, so it works best for older children who are happy to sit and eat rather than run around; there's no outdoor space or baby-changing, but highchairs are available and the layout is buggy-friendly. Vegan options are on the menu, and the kitchen is clearly confident with vegetable-forward dishes alongside its celebrated pasta.
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