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Perfect Pairings: Pre-Theatre Dining at Noci Islington

8 August '25
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If you’re heading to a show in Islington and looking for a quick, delicious dinner before curtain up, then Noci’s Perfect Pairings menu is your go-to. With handmade pasta, perfectly matched Italian wines, and a location just minutes from some of North London’s most iconic stages including the Almeida Theatre, Sadler’s Wells, and King’s Head Theatre. 

Why Perfect Pairings Is the Best Pre-Theatre Menu in Islington

Perfect Pairings is designed with theatre-goers in mind. From Sunday to Thursday, from 5:30pm – 7:00pm enjoy one of our signature pasta dishes and a glass of Italian wine for just £20. 

Whether you’re tight on time or just want a stress-free dinner before your show, it’s the perfect way to dine well without rushing.

Just Minutes from Islington’s Top Theatres

Noci is ideally located for those attending performances at:

Arrive early, enjoy your meal, and still make your seat with time to spare.

A Curated Menu That’s Made for the Stage

Perfect Pairings focuses on simplicity, quality, and flavour.

Our team has matched guest-favourite pasta dishes with Italian wines that bring out the best in every bite:

  • Plant-Based Strozzapreti, paired with a fresh Sauvignon Blanc
  • Silky Brown Butter Cacio e Pepe, served with a light Trebbiano
  • Smoky Amatriciana, paired with a rustic Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
  • Rich Chianti Beef Shin Ragu, accompanied by a bold Chianti Riserva

Midweek Dining, Made Effortless

Whether you’re headed to a show or simply want to elevate your weekday meal, Perfect Pairings is available Sunday to Thursday from 5:30pm. Walk in or book ahead, we’ll have the wine chilled and the pasta ready.

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