RM Italiano

R&M Italiano is a family-run, independent trattoria on Parrock Street in Gravesend, unusual for serving both authentic Italian and Lithuanian dishes prepared in a traditional, home-style way. Its menu includes Italian staples like seafood linguine and tiramisu alongside Lithuanian specialities such as chicken schnitzel, beef carpaccio and fried rye bread with a spicy cheese dip, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available. The restaurant has a warm, cosy interior described by reviewers as more inviting than its modest exterior suggests, takes reservations, offers outdoor seating, and is open primarily Wednesday to Sunday.

It is highly rated, holding around 4.6 out of 5 on Tripadvisor from roughly 500 reviews (ranked about #2 of 134 Gravesend restaurants) and a Travellers' Choice 2025 award. Diners consistently praise the fresh ingredients, generous portions, friendly service, value and atmosphere, while the small number of negative reviews mention occasional service inconsistencies.