Table @ Vallebona

Italian grocery store · Wimbledon ·

Table @ Vallebona

Italian grocery store · Wimbledon ·

Artisan Italian deli: cheese, charcuterie, wine, pizza

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70a High St, London SW19 5EE, United Kingdom Get directions

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"This deli and occasional cafe run by fourth generation family member Stefano Vallebona supplies The River Cafe, Le Gavroche, Harvey Nichols, Harrods and The Dorchester. The business was founded in 1890 by Stefano’s grandfather Agostino, a single-minded Sicilian who would trek on foot through Sardinia’s craggy hills to trade olive oil and bottarga with the northern states of Italy and Spain. Specialities here include cheese which is matured and cut to order in a dedicated cheese room, and a thoughtful selection of charcuterie. The mortadella in particular is exceptional, sourced from the village of Felino in Emilia Romagna. On Saturdays the warehouse turns into a cafe, serving Roman-style pizza and sharing platters." - Helen Graves

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Table @ Vallebona

Tap M

Google

I was warned by a friend on mine about the unpleasant atmosphere. Somehow I stepped into Valebonna for espressos with my husband. She was right. A very unwelcoming, even chilling atmosphere. We were served by the co-owner wife. No eye contact. No smile. Abrupt manner. So frosty it was almost comical. It's a shame because I remember when the owners had a warehouse shop in the Wimbledon Industrial area, when the service was friendly and professional. We were originally planning to buy some special cheese and ham, but ended up wanting to leave as soon as possible and went to another Italian deli nearby, where we had a much more pleasant experience.

Debbie J.

Google

We ate lunch here today, We had the most delicious coffees - rich and smooth. We ordered a 4 sharing Charcuterie board. The cheeses and meats and olives were carefully and proudly explained to us. We also had a Burrata pizza. Every mouthful was delicious. The presentation was artistic and beautiful. The quality of all of our food was exceptionally high. The decor and ambience was perfect. The staff are professional and delightful. Our dessert was an almond soft nougat which was heavenly.

Malcolm R.

Google

I love coming here. The menu is perfect for a sharing dinner. Lovely dishes with Italian and Japanese influence. The staff are so welcoming and Yuka is amazing. Pick a wine from the menu or off the shelf and add some corkage (wish it was a bit less!). Great vibe in the back courtyard. Worth a visit!

Amy‘s K.

Google

My colleague and I had a wonderful Friday evening catching up over a bottle of wine at a restaurant. We tried some absolutely incredible blue cheese. As I was leaving, I accidentally left my bag behind, and a staff member kindly brought it out to me. I am truly thankful!

Sakura B.

Google

Beautiful food, amazing service, really enjoyed the experience. The cheese board was fantastic with a fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisine. The ambiance is also excellent. The waitress Yuka’s service was delightful to say the least. Thank you for the fantastic service.

Dipanjali T.

Google

Absolutely outrageous!!!! I had a confirmed reservation booked a month in advance, and this place cancelled on me last minute because a larger party booked the space and suddenly my booking didn’t matter anymore. They hid behind the excuse of a “system glitch,” but from a customer’s perspective, it feels exactly like this: small groups get kicked to the curb the moment someone more profitable shows up. If you’re thinking of booking here with a small party, don’t bother. Your reservation means nothing, and they won’t hesitate to screw up your plans without warning. There are plenty of restaurants that actually value their customers - this is definitely not one of them!!

Luka G.

Google

Vallebona is run by a wonderful husband/wife team with a lot of love and a relentless focus on quality. Great both for deli/gifts and for wining/dining. I also commend their sharing platters, which get great feedback at parties.

Rahpouyan LTD R.

Google

The owner is extremely rude and clearly has no understanding of how to treat customers. They canceled our dinner reservation at the last minute without any explanation, and when we politely asked why, he did told to ‘go find somewhere else.’ Completely unprofessional— I would not recommend this place to anyone." Even not deserve to have 1 star.

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Table @ Vallebona

Tap M

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Debbie J.

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Malcolm R.

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Amy‘s K.

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Sakura B.

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Dipanjali T.

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Luka G.

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Rahpouyan LTD R.

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