Lamezia is a family-run Italian restaurant at 165 Holloway Road in north London. Named after the Calabrian city, it brings southern Italian family recipes and warm hospitality to a cosy neighbourhood dining room.
Bread, pasta, sauces and desserts are prepared on the premises, giving the kitchen control over the foundations of each dish. Fresh tagliatelle and filled ravioli sit alongside seasonal specials that move between comforting classics and more creative interpretations.
Pizza dough ferments for at least 48 hours before it is cooked in the wood-fired oven, producing a light Neapolitan-style base. Meat, seafood, vegetarian and vegan choices broaden the menu, while a children’s selection makes the restaurant comfortable for family meals.
A handpicked Italian wine list, including bottles from southern Italy, accompanies the food, and cocktails suit the later evening service. Gluten-free pizza bases and penne are available, but guests with allergies or dietary requirements should confirm current handling practices with staff.
Address: 165 Holloway Road, London N7 8LX, England
Lamezia Italian Restaurant Menu
Starters
Olive di Cerignola
Traditional Italian green olives with a fresh, mild flavour. (VG)
Burrata
Creamy burrata with cherry tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil
Pane Nostro
Warm homemade bread with extra virgin olive oil. (VG)
Parmigiana
Fried aubergine baked with tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan
Nduja Bruschetta
Warm homemade bread, spicy Calabrian nduja, creamy mozzarella di bufala and extra virgin olive oil
Zucchine al Parmigiano
Crispy courgette fries with parmesan, perfect to share
Calamari Fritti
Crispy calamari rings, served with lemon and tartare sauce
Pizzetta all’Aglio
Garlic pizza bread. (VG)
Polpette al Sugo
Homemade beef meatballs in a rich tomato sauce with parmesan and basil
Bruschetta Classica
Warm homemade bread with fresh tomatoes, basil, oregano and garlic olive oil. (VG)
Italian Antipasto
A selection of Italian cured meats, cheeses, olives and grilled vegetables, perfect to share for two, served with warm homemade bread
Mains
Cotolette
Crispy breaded chicken breast served with chips and lemon wedge
Pollo al Limone
Pan-seared chicken breast in a lemon, garlic and cherry tomato sauce, served with roast potatoes and mixed salad
Parmigiana
Fried aubergine baked with tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan served with a mixed salad
Polpette
Homemade beef meatballs in tomato sauce with parmesan and basil, served with mixed salad and chips
Salads & Sides
Bufala Caprese
Sliced, mozzarella di bufala, tomatoes, basil and extra virgin olive oil. (VG)
Rocket & Parmesan
Rocket, with parmesan, cherry tomatoes and balsamic glaze. (VG)
Insalata Mista
Crisp lettuce, rocket, tomatoes and mozzarella di bufala, with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze. (VG)
Chips
(VG)
Roast Potatoes
Golden roast potatoes. (VG)
Fresh Pasta
Tagliatelle Bolognese
Fresh tagliatelle in a slow cooked beef Bolognese sauce
Tagliatelle Porcini
Fresh tagliatelle with Italian sausage, porcini mushrooms and light cream
Gnocchi Piccanti
Fresh gnocchi with ‘nduja, mascarpone and tomato, finished with basil and parmesan
Pappardelle al Tartufo
Fresh pappardelle with porcini mushrooms, truffle butter and shaved truffle
Bigoli Cacio e Pepe
Fresh bigoli with pecorino, black pepper and cacio e pepe sauce
Ravioli alla Zucca
Pumpkin-filled ravioli, sage oil, golden crispy pumpkin, toasted almonds and lemon zest (VG)
Risotto
Risotto al Tartufo
Porcini mushrooms, truffle butter, parmesan and shaved truffle
Risotto Primavera
Asparagus, garden peas, lemon zest and parmesan (VG available)
Risotto di Mare
Prawns, mussels, calamari & clams in a garlic, white wine and cherry tomato sauce
Classic Pasta
Al Pomodoro
Spaghetti or penne in a fresh tomato and basil sauce (VG)
Arrabbiata
Spaghetti or penne in a tomato sauce with fresh chillies (VG)
Alla Norma
Gnocchetti sardi in a tomato sauce with aubergines, chilli and salted ricotta. (VG available)
His Majesty Carbonara Piccante
Spaghetti carbonara with ‘nduja, egg yolk, guanciale, pecorino, black pepper
Her Majesty Carbonara
Spaghetti carbonara with egg yolk, guanciale, pecorino, black pepper
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
Spaghetti with tomatoes, black olives, capers, anchovies, garlic and chilli
Spaghetti all’Amatriciana
Spaghetti in a slow-cooked tomato sauce, guanciale, pecorino and chilli
Classic Lasagna
Layers of pasta sheets with slow cooked beef Bolognese sauce and bechamel
Linguine allo Scoglio
Succulent seafood: prawns, mussels, and calamari, in a garlic, white wine and cherry tomato sauce.
Add to Your Pasta
Chicken escalope or meatball
Swap for gluten free pasta
Pizza Classics
Margherita
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte and basil
Bufalina
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte and basil
Napoletana
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, anchovies, capers, garlic, olives and oregano
Prosciutto & Funghi
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, prosciutto cotto, mushrooms and basil
Marinara
San Marzano tomato, garlic, oregano and basil
Capricciosa
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, prosciutto cotto, artichokes, olives, mushrooms and basil
Meat & Spicy Pizzas
Diavola
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, spicy salami, chillies and basil
Pepperoni
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, pepperoni and basil
Michele
Mozzarella fior di latte, ‘nduja, bufala mozzarella, mushrooms and basil
Parma
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, parma ham, rocket and grana
Calabrese
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, Calabrian sausage, ‘nduja, caramelised onions, chillies and basil
Lamezia
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, Calabrian sausage, mushrooms, parmesan and chillies
Nduja
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, ‘nduja, burrata and basil
Meat Feast
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, ‘nduja, mixed salami, chillies and basil
Vegetarian Pizzas
Terra Nostra
Mozzarella fior di latte, grilled courgettes, cherry tomato, burrata, green pesto and basil
Giorgia
Mozzarella fior di latte, pumpkin, olives, caramelised onions, cherry tomato and basil
Parmigiana
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, smoked provola, aubergine parmigiana, grana, basil and pesto
Tartufona
Mozzarella fior di latte, truffle cream, porcini mushrooms, burrata, shaved truffle and basil
Vegetariana
San Marzano tomato, mozzarella fior di latte, artichokes, olives, mushrooms, peppers and basil
Pizza Extras
Extra topping
GF pizza base
Swap to vegan mozzarella
Extra mozzarella di bufala
Extra burrata
Crust Dips
Basil pesto mayo
Blue cheese mayo
Truffle mayo
Garlic mayo
Nduja mayo
Express Lunch
9.95 per person. Choose pizza or pasta. Served weekdays 12-5.
Bufalina
Tomato San Marzano, mozzarella fior di latte & bufala mozzarella
Margherita
Tomato San Marzano, mozzarella fior di latte & basil
Marinara
Tomato San Marzano, oregano & garlic
Prosciutto & Funghi
Tomato San Marzano, mozzarella fior di latte, cooked ham & mushrooms
Pepperoni
Tomato San Marzano, mozzarella fior di latte & pepperoni
Arrabbiata Calabrese
Penne in a spicy tomato sauce with chillies
Spaghetti / Penne al Pomodoro
In a fresh tomato sauce with basil
Spaghetti alla Bolognese
Spaghetti in a slow cooked Bolognese sauce
Linguine Aglio e Olio
Linguine with extra virgin olive oil, garlic & chilli
Spaghetti al pesto
Spaghetti in a creamy pesto sauce with cherry tomatoes, parmesan & basil
Lunch Desserts
Tiramisu
Chocolate Cake
Gelato
2 scoops. Vanilla/Chocolate/Strawberry
Fresh Salad Bowls
8.95 each
Insalata di pollo
Lettuce, rocket, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes & shaved parmesan with balsamic dressing
Insalata Mediterranea
Lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, red onions, olives & extra virgin olive oil dressing
Insalata Verde
Lettuce, rocket, grilled courgettes, parmesan & basil
Perfect With Your Lunch
Garlic Bread
Chips
Bruschetta + Side Salad
Warm bread with tomatoes, basil, garlic, and oregano + mixed salad
Roasted Vegetables
Aubergines peppers and courgettes
Zucchine al Parmigiano
Crunchy courgettes strips with Parmesan
Desserts
Please state any allergies. (G): Gluten / (D): Dairy / (E): Eggs / (N): Nuts / (S): Soy / (C): Coffee / (SUL): Sulphites / (SS): Sesame Seeds
Tiramisu
Espresso soaked lady fingers topped with mascarpone cheese & cocoa powder (Probably the best Tiramisu’ you will ever try!) (G) (D) (E) (C)
Caprese al Cioccolato
Warm chocolate cake served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. (G) (D) (E) (N)
Affogato
A scoop of velvety vanilla ice cream, lovingly drowned in a shot of rich, hot espresso. The ultimate coffee lover’s dessert. (D) (C)
Nutella Calzone
Calzone stuffed with Nutella. Warm, sweet, and indulgent, this folded pizza is a chocolate lover’s dream. (Ideal for sharing) (G) (D) (N) (E) (S)
Large Cannolo
A traditional Sicilian pastry consisting of a crispy, golden shell filled with a sweet ricotta cheese mixture, garnished with candied fruit & pistachios (G) (D) (N) (E) (S)
Gelato
Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate, Caramel, Lemon. (D), (N – depending on flavour)
Water
Mineral Still Water 50cl
Sparkling Water 50cl
Mineral Still 75cl
Sparkling Water 75cl
Cocktails
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, prosecco, tonic water
Campari Spritz
Campari, prosecco, tonic water
Limoncello Spritz
Limoncello, prosecco & tonic water
Negroni
Vermouth, campari, gin
Beer
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
33cl
Moretti L’Autentica
33cl
Draft Peroni
Pint
Peroni Alcohol-Free
33cl
Hot Drinks
Single Espresso
Double Espresso
Cappuccino
Latte
Hot Drinks with a Kick
Amaretto Coffee
Baileys Coffee
Grappa Coffee
Sambuca Coffee
Red Wine
Prices per 125ml, 175ml, 250ml, and bottle.
Montepulciano
13%. Juicy red berries, soft tannins, smooth, easy-drinking style.
Merlot I.G.T
13%. Plum, blackberry & subtle spice, velvety tannins, soft finish.
Nero d’Avola
14%. Rich dark cherry, plum, tobacco & vanilla, velvety tannins.
Primitivo di Manduria Classico
14%. Blackberry, cherry, vanilla & herbs, with a velvety texture.
White Wine
Prices per 125ml, 175ml, 250ml, and bottle.
Trebbiano d’Abruzzo
12%. Floral, fruity, bright acidity, almond on the finish.
Pinot Grigio
13%. Delicate pear & green apple flavours, refreshing acidity, clean finish.
Chardonnay
12.5%. Rich & smooth with tropical fruit, vanilla & a creamy texture.
Digestifs & Liqueurs
4.9 each