Bella Italia The Strand is a welcoming Italian restaurant at 65 Strand, close to Covent Garden, Somerset House and several major West End theatres. Its central location and broad menu make it a practical choice for lunch, a family meal, dinner before a show or a relaxed evening with friends.
Pasta is a major focus, with lasagne, Bolognese, creamy sauces and changing recipes providing familiar Italian comfort. Starters and sharing plates bring bread, cheese, vegetables and cured meat to the table, allowing diners to build a longer meal around the pasta if they wish.
Pizza is stretched by hand and finished with a range of classic and contemporary toppings. Meat, fish, salads and vegetarian dishes broaden the choice, while vegan and gluten free options help groups with different dietary preferences find a suitable meal from the same menu.
Tiramisu, gelato and other sweet favourites provide a traditional finish, supported by coffee, wine, beer and a colourful selection of spritzes. Online booking and space for walk in guests give the Strand restaurant useful flexibility in a part of London where theatre and visitor schedules can change quickly.
Address: 65 Strand, London WC2N 5LR, United Kingdom
Most loved here
Based on diner reviews and ratings
- Mains THE CARBONARA ONE £17.99
- Mains THE LASAGNE ONE £17.99
- Mains THE BOLOGNESE ONE £16.99
- Mains THE VEGGIE BOLOGNESE ONE £16.49
- Mains THE CHICKEN MILANESE ONE £18.99
Bella Italia Strand Menu
Mains
THE CARBONARA ONE Loved
Smoky pancetta, crisp cured pork belly & fresh egg yolk in a creamy cheese sauce.
THE PICCANTE ONE
Tomato & basil sauce with mozzarella, spicy Italian sausage, ‘nduja, roasted peppers & red chilli.
THE GARDEN SALAD ONE
Mixed leaves, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion & house dressing.
THE CAESAR SALAD ONE
Baby gem lettuce, garlic & herb croutons, Italian hard cheese & Caesar dressing, topped with grilled chicken.
THE CHICKEN BURGER ONE
Crispy coated chicken breast with mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, mayo & fries.
THE BURGER ONE
Beef burger with mozzarella, crispy pancetta, caramelised onions, lettuce, tomato, burger sauce & fries.
THE SEA BASS ONE
Pan-fried sea bass fillets with roasted baby potatoes, tenderstem broccoli & a lemon & herb dressing.
THE SALMON ONE
Grilled salmon fillet with roasted baby potatoes, tenderstem broccoli & a lemon & herb dressing.
THE CHICKEN MILANESE ONE Loved
Breaded chicken breast, topped with Italian hard cheese, served with spaghetti in a rich tomato & basil sauce.
THE VEGGIE ONE
Tomato & basil sauce with mozzarella, mushrooms, peppers, red onion & olives.
THE BOLOGNESE ONE Loved
Slow cooked beef & pork ragu with red wine & herbs, topped with fresh basil & Italian hard cheese.
THE MEATY ONE
Tomato & basil sauce with mozzarella, pepperoni, spicy Italian sausage & smoked pancetta.
THE PEPPERONI ONE
Tomato & basil sauce with mozzarella & pepperoni.
THE MARGHERITA ONE
Tomato & basil sauce with mozzarella & fresh basil.
THE CARBONARA ONE (PIZZA)
Creamy cheese sauce with mozzarella, smoky pancetta & crisp cured pork belly, finished with fresh egg yolk & Italian hard cheese.
THE ARRABBIATA ONE
Spicy tomato & basil sauce with garlic & chilli, topped with fresh basil & Italian hard cheese.
THE PESTO ONE
Basil pesto in a mascarpone & cheese sauce with chicken, mushrooms & broccoli, topped with Italian hard cheese.
THE LASAGNE ONE Loved
Layers of pasta with slow cooked beef & pork ragu, béchamel sauce & mozzarella, topped with Italian hard cheese & basil.
THE VEGGIE BOLOGNESE ONE Loved
Soya based ragu with mushrooms, carrots & onions in a rich tomato & red wine sauce, topped with fresh basil & vegan cheese.
THE CHICKEN & FRIES ONE
Crispy coated chicken strips with fries & ketchup.
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