Canova Hall

Great service and lovely atmosphere and decor. The food is ok and fairly priced. Drinks are good and well executed and presented. Good options on the menu with options for gluten intolerance too

I'm afraid this was a very disappointing experience. We'd been for cocktails before, which were fine, so decided to try for a breakfast. The place was pretty empty when we arrived so there were not many covers for the staff to have to handle. We ordered coffees and some eggs on toast (in two different forms). The coffees were poor when they arrived, the flat white (pictured) was very poor by modern standards and was simply a very foamy weak coffee. My partner's black coffee was also very weak. My breakfast was ok, although the eggs were overcooked (see picture). For over £14 for this dish I'd have expected soft eggs. It was clear from when my partner's scrambled eggs on toast arrived that it had been sat waiting for mine to be cooked. The eggs were cold and the toast hardly toasted and with no butter. We raised this with the waitress and asked for them to toast it more. She told us that they don't have a toaster. We found this hilarious, as toast is mentioned on their menu several times. This dish (admittedly not on their menu) was awful and ultimately sent back. I'll not accept any reply about the dish not being on the menu, as if a chef can't deliver eggs on toast it's rather lamentable. We'll not be returning.

The atmosphere was lovely and our host was really welcoming, which we appreciated. However, we were disappointed with the food — the salad felt quite small and dry for the price (£15ish), and the chips were very oily and didn’t taste right. The espresso martini didn’t taste right either which was a shame. Some of the staff also seemed a little unsure, which affected the overall experience slightly. With a few tweaks, this place has great potential!

Charming place to have a coffee, another drink and food. The food menu is mainly on the pizza and pasta size but there are also some other options for lunch. I always love going there for some me-time with a hot drink/ drink while reading my book. 😉

Great atmosphere and the DJ was played a good selection of music. The food came quickly and was fresh and made to order. The only downside was slightly slow service but that was due to not enough waiting staff for the amount and size of bookings in the restaurant.

Absolute fantastic experience. We went for the Bottomless brunch and it was the most unbelievable deal complemented by incredible service by the team. The drinks were flowing and we were always taken care of. Plentiful sparkling white with a large bowl of the cocktail. The space is lovely and vibrant. I am only rating the food a two, as I ordered the pesto tagliatelle and unfortunately it was not pleasant. Pasta over cooked, no seasoning, I asked for salt but that didn’t help. When I gave feedback on the dish they said they understood as they had that feedback before, which I respect their transparency and they removed from the bill. One for the chef to decide whether to change or 86. But I know they take pride in in-house pasta. Outside of that, I will absolutely be going back for other occasions. Great place.

Very mixed feelings about this place. Came here for breakfast on a Friday morning. The place is very nice and cozy and the staff were lovely. There were a number of people working on their laptops, some having meetings and others just having their morning coffee. It was very chilled. The coffee was delicious but the food was very disappointing and very expensive for what it was.

I am absolutely delighted to share my experience at Canova Hall in Brixton! From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the vibrant atmosphere— a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern design. The cosy, inviting ambience set the stage for a wonderful evening. It was Valentine's Day. The music was great. Now, let's talk about the food! Each dish was a delightful journey for the taste buds. I started with their beautifully crafted antipasti platter, featuring a selection of cured meats and fresh cheeses that were simply divine. For the main course, I indulged in their wood-fired pizza, which had a perfectly crispy crust and a mouthwatering array of toppings. You could tell that everything was made with love and care, using high-quality ingredients. The service was also noteworthy, with attentive staff who were friendly and genuinely seemed to enjoy their work. They offered great recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. Whether you’re looking for a casual dinner with friends or a special night out, Canova Hall is the place to be. I can’t wait to return and explore more of their delicious menu. Highly recommend it to anyone in Brixton!

I came to Canova for brunch this afternoon and is was delightfully busy. I sat at the bar with my husband and to the left of us was a rather large birthday party, all dressed in odd hats, I suppose as some type of theme. Im disappointed that in a place as diverse and forward thinking as Brixton that I have to write this - but one woman was wearing a Native American headdress, another, a Sombrero, and their male friend had a hat with fake dreadlocks. None of these individuals were either indigenous, Mexican or of African descent. Wearing other people's cultures as a costume is NEVER OKAY. I am curious why these people were allowed to carry about and / or enter into Canova in the first place? Surely if a patron was being disruptive, fighting etc they would be asked to leave, yes? Cultural appropriation and this level of disrespect is just as harmful. It's violent and it's disruptive. I struggled to get through my meal and couldn't wait to leave. Please ask your staff to do better and not allow blatant forms of racism and ignorance to frolic about in your establishment.

A late night visit provided excellent service and delicious pasta and drinks. In fact, we enjoyed ourselves so much that we went back the next day to try another meal. Our first was the Truffle Tagliatelle which I heartily recommend. Delicious subtle flavors, and not so heavy I had to roll myself from the restaurant. The Po' boy's which we tried on our second visit are made from their pizza crust. While they were unlike any Po' boy I'd had before (in truth I thought it was a bit closer to a calzone) they were excellent. The bread chewy and the flavors of cheese and sauce just right to compliment their surroundings. The atmosphere is stellar too, whether inside or out the many tables they offer were pretty full both days of our visit, though the day shift seems to be more about workspace and drinks than food. Still, two really good meals, excellent service both visits. I'd definitely suggest popping in when in the area and giving them a try,

So came back for their bottomless brunch which was £20pp for two hours of frizzante, mimosas and/or rum punch. Our waitress was totally on it and kept our glasses full at all times. We both opted for the pizza. I got the Green Goddess which came with a perfectly cooked crust. My only feedback is that if you're sat at one of their round tables, two pizzas don't fit and you'll be even more hard pressed for space if you have drinks too. Bigger tables please! Those round tables are only fit for purpose if you're just having drinks. That said, we had a great afternoon eating and drinking. It was a very lively, buzzy afternoon. Very fun!

Good food but service was quite slow. Went in on a Saturday afternoon.. was steady but not super busy. Found a spot to sit immediately however the server look a long time to get to me.. walked by a few times.. then I stopped him to ask for a menu. Had to wait a while again to place my order BUT the food did come out in a decent amount of time. After I was done.. I had to wait AGAIN for the waiter/bartender to come back. Ok place.. I guess. But I wouldn't go back... pass!

Great pizza, gluten free or otherwise. Awesome atmosphere, fantastic tables outside. Friendly staff, the waiters might be a bit stretched so you might have to be proactive with them, but no complaints. Have already been twice and plan to go loads more. p.s. please swap out Daura Damm for Celia beer

Brixton has been crying out for a brasserie type place of this kind. I'm a cynic when it comes to places like this however. I instantly think "overpriced food with decor" Canova H isn't cheap but the food wasn't over priced either. Meal was great and the atmosphere is awesome. I will be back. Would really like to be a member too.

Tucked away in Brixton Canova Hall is a great place to stop for drinks and a bite. Their brick oven pizzas are AWESOME! We sat at the bar and the bartenders were friendly and attentive. The place has tons of charm and character! Also bathrooms have really cool sinks with a pedal to turn on the water. Will def visit again!

There was an issue with the service. We were not properly informed about the prices and there was confusion. When I reached out to them by email after paying the bill to inform them of this issue I've been told for 3 weeks that they are extremely busy and cannot answer my email. There are a number of people that have left reviews saying that the price is misleading. In my email I stated a number of ways they could make the pricing clearer but to no avail. I would not recommend this place based on the customer service and the food. Highly disappointed

What is there not to write about Conova Hall? The breakfast was good, the pizza was good, the drinks were good, and the coffee was good! I've never seen a bartender care so much about the drinks he was making. You can tell they put a lot of care into what they put out.