Bruschetta
£7.50
Toasted bread topped with chopped tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil
Bruschetta
Toasted bread topped with chopped tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil
Misto tropicale
Fresh Cornish crab and prawns served with mango, avocado, home made mayonnaise and Long-island sauce
Prosciutto di Parma
Raw thinly chopped fillet of beef dressed with fresh black truffles, Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil and garnished with toasted home made bread and garlic
Battuta alla Barca
Raw thinly chopped fillet of beef dressed with fresh black truffles, Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil and garnished with toasted home made bread and garlic
Insalata di mare
Homemade fresh seafood salad with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and garlic
Gamberetti piccanti
Prawns in a spicy tomato sauce
Calamari fritti
Fresh fried squid garnished with courgette and home-made Tartar sauce
Spare ribs agrodolce
Spare ribs in spicy sweet and sour sauce
Gamberoni burro e aglio
Butterfly cut king prawns with butter, garlic, and parsley
Insalata Tricolore
Buffalo mozzarella with tomatoes, avocado, basil and extra virgin olive oil
Tortino di Salmone Affumicato
Smoked salmon mould filled with fresh Cornish crab, mayonnaise, spring onions and paprika
Pate della Casa
Homemade chicken liver pate served with toasted bread
Bresaola con Parmigiano
Cured beef with shaves of Parmesan cheese, rocket salad and truffled oil
Sardine alla Griglia
Grilled fresh sardines with tomato, cucumber and red onion Tabbouleh
Carpaccio Toscano
Beef carpaccio with Parmesan shaves, rocket salad and truffled oil
Asparagi Contessa
Fresh Asparagus topped with Hollandaise sauce and gratinated with Parmesan cheese
Cozze a Piacere
Mussels when in season with tomato, garlic, oregano or garlic, white wine, lemon and parsley sauce
Minestrone toscano
Homemade Italian vegetable soup
Pasta e fagioli
Traditional Italian pasta and bean soup
Ravioli burro e salvia
Ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach sauteed in butter and sage
Spaghetti alla Barca
House specialty. Spaghetti with mix seafood and tomato sauce, cooked in paper bag
Penne arrabbiata
Penne pasta with tomato, garlic, onions, basil, chilli and parsley
Tagliatelle carbonara
Tagliatelle pasta with pancetta (Italian smoked bacon), egg yolk, cream and Parmesan cheese
Pappardelle con anatra affumicata
Pappardelle pasta with smoked duck, shallots, mixed mushrooms, port and cream
Paste al tartufo nero
Risotto or tagliatelle, with butter, Parmesan and fresh black truffle
Tortelloni del Buongustaio
Homemade large tortelloni filled with ricotta and spinach, sauteed in tomato, cream, brandy and prawns
Risotto ai funghi
Risotto with mushrooms
Risotto agli asparagi
Risotto with fresh asparagus
Linguine Mare Blue
Linguine with garlic, chilli, large prawns, scallops and sun-dried cherry tomatoes
Spaghetti aragosta
Spaghetti with fresh lobster, brandy, cherry tomatoes, garlic and basil
Spaghetti alle vongole Veraci
Spaghetti with fresh baby clams, garlic, parsley, and extra virgin olive oil
Pappardelle alla Campagniola
Parpadelle with shallots, asparagus, pork sausage, brandy, sun-dried cherry tomatoes and cream
Tagliatelle al Ragu d’Agnello
Fresh Tagliatelle pasta with Ragu of Lamb and shaves of Pecorino cheese
Spigola alla griglia
Fresh grilled Sea Bass, filleted at your table
Gamberoni Pasquale
Butterfly cut king prawns with cream, brandy, garlic and Worcestershire sauce
Grigliata di pesce
Selection of grilled fish
Sogliola alla griglia
Grilled Dover Sole filleted at your table
Tonno alla Griglia
Tuna steak on bed of Tabbouleh of tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil
Calamari fritti
Fresh fried squid garnished with fried courgettes and home-made Tartar sauce
Cape Santi Calabresi
Fresh king scallops served with Pancetta and stir-fry vegetable julienne
Pollo alla moda
Chicken Supreme topped with bacon, avocado, Parmesan cheese and tomato sauce
Pollo montebianco
Chicken Supreme with wild mushrooms, cream and brandy
Pulcino alla diavola
Baby spring chicken with mixed herbs, garlic and chilli
Anatra al Porto
Duck Supreme with mushrooms, sun-dried cherry tomatoes, thyme and port
Cotoletta di vitello milanese
Veal cutlet fried in breadcrumbs
Nodino di vitello burro e salvia
Veal chop with butter and sage
Vitello Gorgonzola e tartufo nero
Escallop of veal with Gorgonzola cheese, cream and fresh black truffle
Fegato di vitello
Calf’s liver grilled with bacon or pan-fried with butter and sage
Rognoni Trifolati
Veal kidneys chopped and sauteed with mushrooms, white wine, garlic and parsley, served with rice
Filetto alla tartare
Filetto alla tartare
Filetto di Manzo
Scotch fillet steak grilled or with blue cheese and Port sauce
Bocconcini di Filetto
Fillet steak bites with wild mushrooms, Port wine, thyme, fresh black truffle and touch of cream. Served with mashed potatoes
Tagliata di Manzo
Marinated Sirloin steak, grilled, sliced and served on bed of mixed salad with light whole grain mustard, olive oil and lemon juice drizzle
Steak Diane
Scotch sirloin steak flamed at your table with French mustard, onions, brandy and gravy sauce
Carre d’agnello rosmarino
Rack of lamb with garlic and rosemary gravy sauce
Costolette d’agnello alla griglia
Grilled lamb cutlets
Sauteed potatoes
Spinach
French beans
Fried courgettes
Broccoli
French Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Salad
Tomato and Onion Salad
Frutta Fresca
Fresh fruit selection
Torta di Formaggio
Ricotta cheesecake with mixed berries
Panna Cotta con Frutti di Bosco
Home made Panna Cotta with berry compote
Arange Regina
Oranges in caramel and Grand Marnier
Tiramisu
Traditional Italian home made coffee, liqueur, mascarpone and sponge cake
Creme Brulee
Vanilla Creme Brulee
Crepe La Barca
House specialty. A pancake rolled with creme Chantilly, Amaretto biscuits and Amaretto liqueur
Creme Caramel
Traditional Italian cream caramel
Profiteroles al Cioccolato
Home made profiteroles with chocolate sauce
Mousse al Cioccolato
Dark chocolate mousse made with extra virgin olive oil and toasted hazelnuts
Gelati e Sorbetti
Selection of ice creams and sorbets. Ask a member of staff for flavours
Crepe Suzette
Prepared for two. Pancakes with caramel, orange zest, and Grand Marnier liquor, flamed at your table
Zabaglione
Prepared for two at your table. Traditional Italian mousse with egg yolks and Marsala wine
Formaggi Misti
Selection of cheeses
Affogato
Vanilla ice cream drowned with a shot of hot espresso and amaretto liquor
Nestled in the vibrant Lower Marsh area, just minutes from Waterloo Station, La Barca Ristorante (80-81 Lower Marsh, London SE1 7AB) offers a compelling culinary journey into the heart of Italy. The La Barca Ristorante Menu is a testament to traditional Italian craftsmanship, combining timeless recipes with refined presentation and premium ingredients.
From the outset, the menu impresses with its depth and balance. Starters like Carpaccio di Manzo and Capesante Gratinate (gratinated scallops) reveal a thoughtful commitment to fresh produce and bold yet elegant flavor profiles. The pasta section is particularly outstanding. The Tagliolini al Tartufo (homemade egg pasta with truffle) is delicately rich, while the Linguine ai Frutti di Mare bursts with the ocean’s essence. Unlike many competitors, La Barca crafts its pasta fresh daily, setting it apart with superior texture and authenticity.
Equally notable are the secondi piatti, where dishes such as Saltimbocca alla Romana and Filetto di Manzo al Pepe Verde showcase Italian cuisine’s heartiness without losing finesse. Portions are generous yet refined-clearly designed for both comfort and class. For vegetarians, the Melanzane alla Parmigiana is a standout, with layers of flavor and perfectly balanced seasoning.
The wine list, curated to complement each menu item, leans heavily into Italian labels, with excellent mid-range options from Tuscany and Piedmont. Service is professional and attentive, reflecting the restaurant’s longstanding reputation among locals and returning visitors alike.
In a city crowded with Italian eateries, La Barca sets itself apart through consistency, craftsmanship, and charm. Whether you're craving comforting pasta or planning a celebratory meal, the La Barca Ristorante Menu offers a memorable experience that’s both authentically Italian and distinctly London.