Critic's choice: Fitzrovia Italians

If you're looking for slick but comfortable restaurants offering modern, no frills Italian food, head for W1, says Charles Campion...

Latium
21 Berners Street, W1
Latium is a slick and comfortable Italian restaurant offering modern Italian cooking. Attentive service and a jolly atmosphere make for pleasant dining. £30pp ex-drinks. (020 7323 9123)

Spaghetti House
15 Goodge Street W1
This no frills Fitzrovia institution isn't wildly trendy - but sound pasta dishes at low prices mean that this place will always be in fashion. Here's to the next few decades. £16pp exdrinks. (020 7636 6582)

Camerino
16 Percy Street, W1
A combination of stylish Italian cooking and a large dining room is the keynote at Camerino. It's a comfortable place to eat well in a relaxed atmosphere. £30pp ex-drinks. (020 7637 9900)