Like many of dear old Lady Bath’s favourite watering holes, Martini has been on George Street for what feels like forever – and probably little about it has changed as time’s rolled along. Whether that’s a good or bad thing depends, it seems, on the day/evening you choose to visit; reports and feedback vary widely in terms of quality of the food. But when it comes to ambience, a cheery welcome awaits you beyond those big, double-fronted picture windows, while a range of cosy/party-on dining areas,  flirty waiters and vast, diet-busting portions come as standard. While it may not be a wholly authentic selection by today’s Antonio Carluccio-led standards, the menu (pastas, risottos, fishy/meaty grills etc)  captures the imagination of many regulars who prefer their sturdy, comforting treats not too far removed from the stuff that mamma actually makes at home – which again, can be a good or bad thing, depending on the individual mamma.

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