Carluccio's is an Italian restaurant and café at 1 Old Brompton Road, beside South Kensington station and within easy reach of the area's major museums. The branch serves throughout the day in a relaxed setting, moving from coffee and lighter meals to substantial pasta, pizza, fish and meat dishes. Its broad format suits breakfast, lunch, dinner or a pause between nearby attractions.
Starters include olives, Ligurian focaccia, garlic focaccia and tomato bruschetta, alongside calamari, prawns marinara and crisp arancini. Burrata with aged Parma ham provides a richer option for sharing. Pizza choices include margherita, prosciutto, pancetta with mushroom and a carbonara inspired recipe, giving diners both simple tomato based combinations and fuller toppings.
Pasta and risotto form the centre of the menu. The signature penne giardiniera combines pasta with crisp spinach balls, courgette, garlic, chilli and cheese, while arrabbiata, carbonara and beef ragù pappardelle cover familiar sauces. Seafood linguine, ricotta and spinach ravioli, gnocchi piccante, lasagne and mushroom risotto extend the selection across seafood, meat and vegetarian preferences.
Chicken Milanese, pan fried sea bass with crushed potatoes, olives, capers and salsa verde, and steak offer substantial alternatives to pasta. Desserts and Italian coffee complete the meal, while the café character keeps shorter visits practical. The combination of flexible service, recognisable Italian recipes and a central location makes this branch convenient for local diners, commuters and museum visitors.
Address: 1 Old Brompton Road, South Kensington, London SW7 3HZ, United Kingdom