La Passione - Wiltshire

We stopped in Chippenham on our way south after a day trip and were tempted by the look of this Italian restaurant. We had no booking but were shown to an upper room, which was empty, but soon filled up with other diners. After ten minutes we were able to place our order. Then we waited, and waited some more. Others around us were served, and we still waited, until the waiter came and apologised that our order had been mislaid! We had to place our order again, and now it was 40 minutes since we had arrived. Another 25 minutes we finally got our meals and more apologies from the waiters. The food was average at best and combined with the long wait, we were not entirely happy when we left. They had indicated that we would get a discount, but I only saw that we had not been charged for just one £4.70 side salad. Never mind. We are not often in Cirencester and unlikely to be back.

Delicious food with generous portions. Really excellent Italian food. Wide ranging menu with pasta dishes and pizza along with house specialities. Prawns and salmon were excellent. Teenage grandson really enjoyed the pizza.

Had dinner with friends on Saturday night food was first class, and we were delighted to try the new cocktail menu I must say they were amazing , had couple of trays of cocktails in the bar while waiting for the table perfect night will be back very soon

I wasn't expecting it to be very good as it is quite a large establishment. Our meal was exceptionally good and the garlic bread was of the best I have had. Good atmosphere and friendly helpful staff.

We visited on a Saturday lunchtime and each ordered a pasta dish. I had cabonara which was delicious and presented really well, the portion sizes were absolutely massive for a lunch.I would have liked a lunchtime menu or offer (like they do during the week) but other than that lovely experience.