Mr Francatelli is an Italian restaurant at 48A Rochester Row in Westminster. The welcoming dining room serves lunch and dinner six days a week, placing familiar Italian cooking within easy reach of Victoria and the surrounding government district.
Pasta and pizza anchor the menu, supported by starters and larger main courses. The range gives diners the flexibility to choose a quick plate during the day or build a longer meal around several courses in the evening.
Breakfast and brunch style dishes add another dimension to the restaurant’s offering, while salads and lighter preparations suit guests who do not want a full pasta or pizza meal. Desserts and coffee provide a natural finish.
The restaurant also offers delivery and catering, but its Rochester Row location remains the centre of the business. The approachable Italian format works for local workers, residents, visitors and small groups looking for an unfussy meal in Westminster.
Address: 48A Rochester Row, London SW1P 1JU, England
Mr Francatelli Menu
Starter Menu
Pane e Olive
Homemade sourdough bread served with a selection of mixed olives.
Burrata Fantasia
Creamy burrata with almond flakes, homemade basil pesto, and a touch of lemon dressing.
Calamari
Crispy fried calamari served with house-made black ink mayonnaise.
Zucchine Fritte
Golden fried courgettes — light, crispy, and irresistibly good.
Involtini di Melanzane
Aubergine rolls filled with bufala mozzarella in a rich tomato sauce, finished with Parmesan.
Bruschetta del Piennolo
Multigrain sourdough bread with Vesuvio cherry tomatoes, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Roasted Mortadella
Chargrilled mortadella slices served warm — smoky, rich, and deeply savoury.
Bresaola del Trentino
Cured beef cappelletti filled with ricotta cheese and crushed pistachios.
Caprese di Bufala
Fresh bufala mozzarella with tomatoes and basil — simple, proper, and delicious.
Involtini di Salmone
Smoked salmon rolls stuffed with lime cream cheese and smashed avocado.
Bufala Calda
Melted bufala over roasted vegetables, herbs, and seasonal touches.
Gamberi Piccanti
Spicy king prawns served with avocado and a tomato duxelle.
Sharing Platter (2 People)
Selection of cured meats, artisanal cheeses, jam, and rustic bread.
Primi Pasta
Paccheri Amatriciana
Homemade fresh egg pasta with crispy guanciale and traditional tomato sauce.
Carbonara
Homemade egg pasta with crispy guanciale, egg, pecorino cheese, and black pepper.
Pappardelle alla Bolognese
Fresh egg pappardelle with classic slow-cooked bolognese sauce.
Risotto ai Frutti di Mare
Risotto with clams, mussels, prawns, squid, and cherry tomato sauce.
Pappardelle al Salmone
Fresh egg pasta with smoked salmon, cream, and a touch of tomato sauce.
Linguine Gamberi e Zucchine
Homemade egg linguine with king prawns, courgettes, and cherry tomato sauce.
Girasoli Mare
Crab and prawn girasoli served with a rich cherry tomato sauce.
Pappardelle Porcini e Salsiccia
Fresh egg pappardelle with porcini mushrooms and Italian sausage.
Risotto Quattro Formaggi
Creamy four-cheese risotto finished with walnuts and honey.
Linguine Astice
Homemade egg linguine with fresh lobster and cherry tomato sauce.
Secondi Main Course
Barbabietola e Caprino
Beetroot and goat cheese salad with roasted tenderstem broccoli and rocket pesto.
Bistecca di Cavolfiore
Cauliflower steak served with crushed potatoes, tenderstem broccoli, and cherry tomatoes.
Suprema di Pollo
Corn-fed chicken wrapped in Parma ham, served with roasted potatoes and tenderstem broccoli.
Fegato di Vitello (Butter & Sage)
Calf liver sautéed in butter and sage.
Fegato di Vitello (Pancetta)
Grilled calf liver with smoked pancetta.
Fegato di Vitello (Veneziana)
Calf liver alla Veneziana, served with plain rice.
Spigola alla Griglia
Grilled seabass with olive oil and herbs, served with roasted potatoes and cherry tomatoes.
Branzino al Cartoccio
Baked sea bass with lemon, parsley, garlic, vine tomato, and potatoes.
Astice Gratinato
Lobster with saffron, cherry tomato, brandy, thyme, cream, and a Parmesan crust.
Ossobuco Milanese
Slow-cooked veal shank served with saffron risotto.
Tagliata di Manzo
Rib-eye steak with wild rocket, vine tomatoes, and Parmesan tuile.
Bistecca d’Autunno
Rib-eye steak with fresh truffle and porcini mushroom sauce, served with roasted potatoes.
Costa di Agnello
Grilled lamb cutlets served with mashed potato and seasonal vegetables.
Contorni (Sides)
Patate Fritte
Beetroot and goat cheese salad with roasted tenderstem broccoli and rocket pesto.
Patate al Forno
Oven-roasted potatoes with a light herb seasoning.
Tender Steam Broccoli
Lightly steamed tenderstem broccoli, served plain or with olive oil on request.
Mix Roasted Vegetable
A seasonal selection of roasted Mediterranean vegetables.
Mixed Salad
Mixed leaves, rocket, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, beetroot, and carrot.
Pinsa Romana
Focaccia
Classic Italian focaccia with olive oil, oregano, and sea salt.
Garlic Bread
Warm garlic bread with a golden crust and soft centre.
Margherita
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, fresh basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
Diavola
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy spianata, basil, and extra virgin olive oil.
4 Formaggi
Mozzarella, smoked provola, gorgonzola, and taleggio cheese.
Alejandro
Thinly sliced potatoes, smoked provola cheese, and pancetta.
Capricciosa
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushrooms, artichokes, and cooked ham.
Mr Francatelli
Mozzarella, Italian sausage, and sautéed friarielli (wild broccoli).
Dessert
Tiramisù
Classic Italian dessert with layers of coffee-soaked biscuits and mascarpone cream.
Panna Cotta Berries
Silky vanilla panna cotta topped with seasonal berry coulis.
Vegan Chocolate Mousse
Rich dark chocolate mousse with amaretto and almond flakes.
Sbriciolato di Mele Senza Glutine
Gluten-free apple crumble with nuts, Chantilly cream, and berry coulis.
Gelato
Two scoops of classic vanilla or chocolate Italian ice cream.
Cannolo Siciliano
Crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta — a true Sicilian treat.
Chef Surprise
Let our chef surprise you with something sweet — ask our staff for today’s special.
Misto Italian Mignon to Share
A delightful selection of mini Italian pastries and desserts, perfect for sharing.
Tagliere di Formaggi
Italian cheese board with a variety of regional selections and accompaniments.