Italian · Whitechapel
Zia Lucia in Aldgate East is a charming Italian pizzeria where the dough is made with activated charcoal and pizzas are customisable, which is handy if you've got fussy eaters in tow. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the venue is buggy-accessible with highchairs available — though there's no dedicated children's menu, so younger ones will be sharing from the main pizza selection. There's outdoor seating too, and vegan options are on offer, though it's worth asking staff directly as menu labelling can be a little unclear.
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