Pepe Rosso, Watford

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Cuisine: Italian Restaurant
Permanently Closed
Avg. Price: £10-20 Per Person

Pepe Rosso, Watford: Classic Italian with a Contemporary Twist

Pepe Rosso brings the heart of Italy to Watford, offering an authentic yet modern take on Italian cuisine. With a menu filled with fresh pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and indulgent desserts, it’s a little slice of la dolce vita just outside London.

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Pepe Rosso’s menu celebrates Italian classics. From carbonara to perfectly stonebaked pizzas, the restaurant ensures each dish stays true to Italian culinary heritage. They have great offers from Monday-Friday lunch times: £11.90 for a starter and a main dish, which is very reasonable considering the quality of the food.

Let’s talk food

The food at Pepe Rosso is a great place to visit either as a breakfast cafe or for a hearty Italian lunch/dinner. The homemade pasta is fresh and cooked al dente, while the pizzas boast a thin, crispy base topped with high-quality ingredients. We have been coming here for years, and it never dissapoints. It really is a hidden gem because of its reasonable prices and delicious Italian plates.

Here are some of the photos we took on our visit:

We always go for the Penne or Fusilli arabiatta (extra spicy) but a dish that is also nice to have and a bit different is there flat grilled meatballs with rice and hummus.

Nino & Josh

The food delivers on every front, from the authenticity of its flavours to the freshness of its ingredients. It’s a true Italian dining experience that satisfies cravings for hearty, homemade cuisine. If we could visit daily for lunch or dinner, we would!

The Menu

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Venue and Vibes

The restaurant exudes charm with its rustic brick-work interiors and warm lighting. The relaxed atmosphere is perfect for family dinners, date nights, or casual gatherings with friends, and the staff are very accomodating. In fact we asked if we could have garlic bread, half with just mozzarella and the other half tomato based, and they accomodated it straight away. A relaxed place to visit especially for lunch.

Pepe Rosso is a gem in Watford’s dining scene, offering Italian comfort food at its finest. It’s an ideal spot for anyone looking to indulge in authentic flavours with a modern touch. Such a shame it recently closed – unsure if they’re looking to relocate.