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Leading Italian Restaurants in the UK

Included below are Italian restaurants in the UK, such as The Pond Cafe. Restaurants exclusively serving Italian cuisine.

The Pond Cafe

The Pond Cafe, Bonchurch Village Road, Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight

Bonchurch Village Road, Bonchurch, Isle of Wight


Robert Thompson is the Isle of Wight's best known chef and this smart but cosy venue overlooking a lily pond is the casual cousin to Thompson's fine dining flagship The Hamborough in nearby Ventnor. Displays of peppers, lemons and globe artichokes on... more

Jamie's Italian, Manchester

Jamie's Italian, Manchester, 100 King Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester

100 King Street, Manchester


We've all become familiar with dining in former banking halls, but this one takes the biscuit. Occupying a former Art Deco white Portland stone Midland Bank designed by Edwin Lutyens, it's a magnificent space. High vaulted ceilings, huge marble... more

Murrays of Clevedon

Murrays of Clevedon, 91 Hill Road, Clevedon, Somerset

91 Hill Road, Clevedon


From a modest family run tea shop, Murrays has grown into a fully fledged delicatessen and caffe bar with a loyal following. Much of the caffes high quality produce is also sourced for the deli, including a strong list of all-Italian, single estate... more

Ristorante Semplice

Ristorante Semplice, 8/10 Blenheim Street, London, London

8/10 Blenheim Street, London


Semplice, translates as simplicity and the name matches the philosophy of the restaurant. The decor is attractive and contemporary with clean lines and polished surfaces and plain white crockery continuing the theme. Some 60% of the restaurant’s... more

Fifteen Cornwall

Fifteen Cornwall, On The Beach, Newquay, Cornwall

On The Beach, Newquay


Eat well and feel socially responsible while you do it at Cornwall Fifteen, part of a social enterprise founded by Jamie Oliver to help train young people to become chefs. Like it’s sister restaurant in London, Fifteen Cornwall takes on young... more

Locanda Locatelli

Locanda Locatelli, 8 Seymour Street, London, London

8 Seymour Street, London


Locanda Locatelli takes Italian cuisine to a new level. Opened by celebrity chef Giorgio Locatelli (revered by many as one of the finest Italian Chefs in the UK) over ten years ago, it has won numerous awards. It’s a stylish, sophisticated venue with... more

Marco @ Milano

Marco @ Milano, The Old Park Lodge, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

The Old Park Lodge, Archer Road, Millhouses, Sheffield


This multi-award winning neighbourhood Italian is housed in a former police station, although you'd never guess from the handsome exterior and stylishly remodelled interior. You'll find the odd trattoria classics like parmigiana di melenzane and... more

Jamie's Italian, Stratford City

Jamie's Italian, Stratford City, 147 The Street, London, London

147 The Street, Westfield, Stratford City, London


Set in the glamorous Westfield shopping complex, this modern trattoria is worth a visit even if you're not indulging in a spot of retail therapy. Yes, its part of telly chef Jamie Oliver's nationwide chain but each restaurant is individually designed... more

Centotre

Centotre, 103 George Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

103 George Street, Edinburgh


Admire the high ceilings, ornate coving, mosaic flooring, imposing pillars and pretty chandeliers of this stunning Georgian building in the heart of Edinburgh while you tuck into fresh, simple Italian cuisine sourced from over 50 artisan producers... more

Petersham Nurseries Cafe

Petersham Nurseries Cafe, Church Lane, Richmond, Surrey

Church Lane, Off Petersham Road, Richmond


What could be more idyllic than enjoying simple, delicious, produce-led cooking amongst the flowers and plants at an antique table in a glasshouse situated at the end of a lane off a meadow next to the Thames? This is no ordinary nursery cafe. Six... more

Sasso

Sasso, 8/10 Princes Square, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

8/10 Princes Square, Harrogate


Sasso’s is located in an unobtrusive basement in Prince’s Square, Harrogate. Soft tones of taupe and beige, slick pale wood furniture and interesting works of art on the walls make for a cool contemporary atmosphere. Stefano Lancellotti, chef and co... more

Jamie's Italian, Bristol

Jamie's Italian, Bristol, 87/89 Park Street, Bristol

87/89 Park Street, Bristol


Set over two floors with plenty of exposed brickwork, bright-red banquette seating and purple chairs, this casual yet glamorous modern trattoria is as fresh and funky as its creator, telly chef Jamie Oliver. Yes, its part of a chain but the quality... more

Le Langhe

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The Old Coach House, Peasholme Green, York


Neutral colours and polished floors create an airy atmosphere for this buzzy venue. The kitchen combines the best available local seasonal ingredients with the fine Italian food and wine sold in the shop to create a daily changing menu. Starters may... more

Jamie's Italian, Leeds

Jamie's Italian, Leeds, 35 Park Row, Leeds, West Yorkshire

35 Park Row, Leeds


This funky Italian restaurant is situated in an old bank, whose interior has been imaginatively converted into a cutting edge modern restaurant setting, whilst preserving details such as the original moulded ceiling. Here you’re going eat Italian... more

The River Cafe

The River Cafe, Thames Wharf, London, London

Thames Wharf, Rainville Road, London


On a sunny day, there is no better place to be in London than on the River Cafe's Thameside terrace. You could find yourself rubbing shoulders with film stars and assorted media folk, but a family enjoying lunch together are just as likely to be at... more

Theo Randall at The InterContinental

Theo Randall at The InterContinental, 1 Hamilton Place, London, London

1 Hamilton Place, Park Lane, London


Dark wood paneling, mint green leather chairs and etched glass screens provide a sleek contemporary counterpoint to the exquisitely rustic Italian cooking of ex-River Café head chef Theo Randall. A thick tranche of turbot with capers, parsley and... more

Jamie's Italian, Covent Garden

Jamie's Italian, Covent Garden, Unit 33, London, London

Unit 33, 10/12 Upper St Martin's Lane, London


Jamie’s Italian in the modern St Martin’s Courtyard development in Covent Garden is the flagship central London site of this mid-priced, charming chain. The modus operandi is the same, simple, rustic Italian food and decor served up in bustling,... more

Jamie's Italian, Islington

Jamie's Italian, Islington, North Retail, London, London

North Retail, Angel Building, 403 St John Street, Islington, London


This ultra modern glass and steel trattoria is as fresh and funky as its creator, telly chef Jamie Oliver, all glazed brick, exposed girders and trendy metal chairs. Yes, its part of a chain but the quality of ingredients, high standard of cooking... more

Olive Manchester

Olive Manchester, 4 Lloyd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester

4 Lloyd Street, Off Deansgate, Manchester


With exposed brick walls, stone flooring and chunky wooden tables and chairs, there's something unpretentious and inviting about this modern trattoria. Its an attitude that's reflected in the extensive menu that caters for all tastes. The range of... more

Jamie's Italian, Glasgow

Jamie's Italian, Glasgow, 1 George Square, Glasgow, Glasgow City

1 George Square, Glasgow


Although set in a grand former GPO building the vibe is relaxed and down to earth with dining area that’s open plan, bright and vibrant. You can’t book a table in advance for under 8 people so enjoy a drink in the small bar while you wait for your... more

Jamie's Italian, Gatwick

Jamie's Italian, Gatwick, North Terminal, Gatwick, West Sussex

North Terminal, London Gatwick Airport, Gatwick


This air-side casual restaurant is a God-send for hungry travellers. Staffed with a team of real chefs on show in the open kitchen and decked out with displays of cured meats that are bound to get you salivating. With its exposed duct work... more

Caffe Vivo

Caffe Vivo, 29 Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear

29 Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne


This smart Italian is part of renowned chef Terry Laybourne's reliably excellent 21 Hospitaility group that also includes Cafe 21. A former warehouse has been transformed into a chic yet casual space with exposed brick walls and polished wood floor... more

Jamie's Italian, Reading

Jamie's Italian, Reading, Unit 1 Riverside Level, Reading, Berkshire

Unit 1 Riverside Level, The Oracle Centre, Reading


Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver’s Italian restaurant group landed in Reading early in 2010, much to the delight of locals and visitors alike. Situated in the strikingly modern former Oracle building on the riverside, the restaurant offers fresh, relaxed,... more

Da Piero

Da Piero, 5/7 Mill Hill Road, Wirral, Merseyside

5/7 Mill Hill Road, Irby, Wirral


The traditional shop front entrance to Piero’s sets the tone for this homely, yet thoroughly authentic, Italian restaurant. The interior is redolent of a local trattoria in Italy and is full of character. Piero and his son Alan produce traditional... more

The Three Horseshoes

The Three Horseshoes, High Street, Madingley, Cambridgeshire

High Street, Madingley


This charming thatched inn features an intimate and lively bar, conservatory-restaurant and large garden area that borders the local cricket pitch; the perfect English village setting in fact. Chef Richard Stokes menu however is decidedly Italian and... more

Nonsolovino

Nonsolovino, 417 Chatsworth Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire

417 Chatsworth Road, Brampton, Chesterfield


The bright, modern dining room of this contemporary Italian features Perspex chairs, polished wooden floor and a glass brick-fronted kitchen. There's dining options to suit every appetite. The regularly changing a la carte menu include modern,... more

Jamie's Italian, Threadneedle Street

Jamie's Italian, Threadneedle Street, Ground Floor, London, London

Ground Floor, 38 Threadneedle Street, London


In the heart of the City, Britain's best known telly chef Jamie Oliver has created a rather special branch of his nationwide chain of modern tratorrias. The converted Bank of Scotland building makes for a magnificent venue with its high ornate... more

Jamie's Italian, Brighton

Jamie's Italian, Brighton, 11 Black Lion Street, Brighton, East Sussex

11 Black Lion Street, Brighton


This energetic canteen-style restaurant over two floors offers rustic Italian dishes close to the celebrity chef’s heart. The regular menu includes the usual array of freshly made pasta dishes such as zesty cockle linguine or there is an excellent... more

Jamie's Italian, Edinburgh

Jamie's Italian, Edinburgh, The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

The Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Edinburgh


Set in the magnificent surrounding's of the 18th century Assembly Rooms' former Supper Room and Edinburgh Suite, the space has been modernised with an 'antipasti island' hung with whole hams and open kitchen but retains many original features making... more

Apsleys

Apsleys, The Lanesborough, London, London

The Lanesborough, Hyde Park Corner, London


This is one of London's most opulently over the top and luxurious hotel restaurants. There's acres of plush upholstery in the Venetian-style dining room that can also boast a glass roof, impressive feature chandeliers and huge fresco. The... more

Jamie's Italian, Bluewater

Jamie's Italian, Bluewater, Unit SVU05, Greenhithe, Kent

Unit SVU05, Bluewater, Greenhithe


OK, its part of a chain and its in a shopping centre but the simple yet stylish surroundings, quality of ingredients, high standard of cooking and charming and efficient service put Jamie's Italian way ahead of the high street pack. Start with a... more

Jamie's Italian, Oxford

Jamie's Italian, Oxford, 24/26 George Street, Oxford, Oxfordshire

24/26 George Street, Oxford


Jamie’s Italian shares many personality traits with its eponymous founder. It’s loud, busy, bustling, genuine and jolly. Windows are lined with trays of fresh pasta and hung with San Danielle hams. There’s a spray painted, urban-jungle feel running... more

Jamie's Italian, York

Jamie's Italian, York, 26 Lendal, York, North Yorkshire

26 Lendal, York


Telly chef Jamie Oliver can certainly pick 'em. His nationwide chain of modern tratorrias are all individually designed and are housed in everything from former pubs and old banks to new build shopping centres. But this Grade II listed building that... more

La Luna

La Luna, 10/14 Wharf Street, Godalming, Surrey

10/14 Wharf Street, Godalming


La Luna is a gem in Goldalming’s crown and is located just off the high street a world away from your traditional pasta and pizza Italian. The stylish, chic, monochrome decor boasts white walls and table cloths, black leather chairs. Service is... more

Jamie's Italian, Guildford

Jamie's Italian, Guildford, 13 Friary Street, Guildford, Surrey

13 Friary Street, Guildford


A rotund modern glass building has become the home of Jamie’s Italian in Guildford. While you wait for your food perhaps sipping a classic Bellini you can watch your dinner being prepared in the open kitchen. The menu offers classic Italian food... more

Jamie's Italian, Kingston upon Thames

Jamie's Italian, Kingston upon Thames, 19/23 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey

19/23 High Street, Kingston upon Thames


Jamie Oliver’s style has never been about blending quietly into the background. The celebrity chef’s zeal is clearly evident in this branch of his popular Italian eaterie. A large mirror ball hangs from the ceiling in one dining area and tiled walls... more

Cucina

Cucina, Hotel Missoni, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

Hotel Missoni, 1 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh


Hold on to your hats. The interior of this buzzy city centre Italian is a wild ride of polka dotted banquettes, bright red table tops and a dizzying collection of kinetic artworks. But somehow it all hangs together, as does the extensive menu put... more

Jamie's Italian, Cardiff

Jamie's Italian, Cardiff, Unit LG 69/70, Cardiff

Unit LG 69/70, St David's 2 Shopping Centre, Cardiff


Jamie’s Italian is a bustling restaurant set over two floors and enjoys an al fresco dining area. The kitchen is open plan, adding to the busy atmosphere, and serves simple, rustic Italian food in an informal setting. Jamie’s Italian spaghetti... more

The Lighthouse

The Lighthouse, 9 Station Street, Leicester, Leicestershire

9 Station Street, Kibworth Beauchamp, Leicester


Said to be in the UK’s top five Italian restaurants, Firenze is a homage to Florence by owners Lino and Sarah Poli and is as sophisticated and stylish as the city itself. It oozes Italy, not only in its looks but also in the menus. Lino has several... more

Jamie's Italian, Cheltenham

Jamie's Italian, Cheltenham, The Former County Court, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

The Former County Court, County Court Road, Cheltenham


Yes, this smart and modern trattoria created by telly chef Jamie Oliver is part of a chain but the quality of ingredients, high standard of cooking and charming efficient service put it way ahead of the high street pack. The central location makes it... more

Salvo's Restaurant & Salumeria

Salvo's Restaurant & Salumeria, 107 & 115 Otley Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire

107 & 115 Otley Road, Headingley, Leeds


Award-winning Salvo’s restaurant is a family run business located in Headingley. This is a traditional Italian restaurant with uncovered wood tables, warm tones of red on the walls which sport framed photographs of Italian life. The menu encompasses... more

Polpo

Polpo, 41 Beak Street, London, London

41 Beak Street, London


Restaurateur Russell Norman used to work for the Caprice group and has taken cool London by storm with his group of ultra casual eateries inspired by the back street bacari wine bars of Venice that serve tapas-like chicheti. You could describe the... more

Jamie's Italian, Bath

Jamie's Italian, Bath, 10 Milsom Place, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset

10 Milsom Place, Bath


The atmosphere in this classic Georgian building is lively, yet relaxed with plenty of tightly packed tables. Jamie’s Italian doesn’t accept bookings for tables under 8 people, so expect a short wait in the bar or browsing the restaurant’s shop... more

Murano

Murano, 20 Queen Street, London, London

20 Queen Street, London


Angela Harnett MBE opened Murano in Mayfair in August 2008 and reflecting her ancestry, there’s a strong Italian influence to the cuisine. The dining room is light and airy with a stylish, decor which boasts hand painted fresco panels, traditional... more

Ramsons Restaurant

Ramsons Restaurant, 18 Market Place, Bury, Lancashire

18 Market Place, Ramsbottom, Bury


This restaurant offers gourmet Italian food using local ingredients with cool white granite tables and leather chairs adding an air of sophistication. The fine dining menu could begin with an appetiser of grilled calf’s liver with radicchio and... more

Jamie's Italian, Portsmouth

Jamie's Italian, Portsmouth, S92/S93, Portsmouth, Hampshire

S92/S93, Market Square, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth


Part of Portsmouth's trendy Gun Wharf Quay retail development near the historic Dockyard, Spinnaker Tower and the pubs of 'Old Portsmouth', this industrial chic trattoria is as fresh and funky as its creator, telly chef Jamie Oliver. Yes, its part... more

Da Polpo

Da Polpo, 6 Maiden Lane, London, London

6 Maiden Lane, Covent Garden, London


Restaurateur Russell Norman has taken cool London by storm with his group of ultra casual eateries inspired by the back street bacari wine bars of Venice that serve tapas-like chicheti. You could describe the style here as fashionably distressed with... more

Fifteen London

Fifteen London, 15 Westland Place, London, London

15 Westland Place, London


Although this very buzzy Italian is partly run by the apprentices working under Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen Foundation scheme for disadvantaged young people, you’d never guess it. Set in a grand old building near Old Street, the formal basement... more

Jamie's Italian, Milton Keynes

Jamie's Italian, Milton Keynes, 3/5 Silbury Arcade, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

3/5 Silbury Arcade, Milton Keynes


This ultra modern glass and steel trattoria is as fresh and funky as its creator, telly chef Jamie Oliver with its toffee brown leather banquettes, globe lighting and displays of cured hams. Yes, its part of a chain but each restaurant is... more

Casamia

Casamia, 38 High Street, Bristol

38 High Street, Westbury on Trym, Bristol


Casamia started life in 1999 and was, for seven years, a family-run, 100-cover traditional Italian trattoria, before transforming into a chic, understated 40-cover modern Italian restaurant and receiving Bristol’s only Michelin Star. It’s fronted by... more

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