L'Ulivo Charing Cross is an Italian restaurant at 23 Villiers Street, moments from Charing Cross and Embankment stations. The relaxed dining room, broad menu and long daily opening hours make it convenient for lunch, dinner, weekend visits and meals before an evening in the West End.
Antipasti introduces familiar Italian ingredients through tomato and basil bruschetta, garlic bread, bresaola carpaccio and fresh salads. Mussels can be prepared with tomato and herbs, white wine and garlic or a creamy sauce, while tiger prawns, calamari and octopus bring seafood into the opening selection.
Pasta, baked pasta and risotto form a substantial part of the menu, supported by meat and fish main courses. Freshly prepared Roman pizza provides another route through the kitchen, with classic combinations and flexible toppings giving diners a straightforward choice for a casual meal or a dish to share.
Tiramisu and other Italian desserts offer a traditional conclusion, while wine, beer, cocktails, mocktails and digestifs extend the experience into the evening. Vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten free choices are available, and private dining and takeaway add useful flexibility for groups and local visitors.
Address: 23 Villiers Street, Charing Cross, London WC2H 6ND, United Kingdom
L'Ulivo Menu
Antipasti
Funghi e Gorgonzola
Baby mushrooms cooked in creamy Gorgonzola sauce
Calamari Fritti
Freshly cut deep fried squid coated in bread crumbs, served with tartar sauce
Cozze L'ulivo
Mussels cooked to your liking. Choose from lemon, marinara or cream sauce…
Gamberoni al Burro
Juicy tiger prawns in chilli, lemon and garlic sauce
Antipasto Misto
A mix of Italian salami, bresaola, Italian Prosciutto, mortadella, parmesan & olives
Antipasto Verdure
Mix grilled peppers, aubergines, drizzled with garlic and vinaigrette; served with home-made bread…
Insalate-Salads
Insalata Mista
A colourful combination of mixed leaves, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and olives
Tricolore Balsamico
Vine tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado and basil salad
Insalata Nicoise
Tuna and mixed leaves accompanied by anchovies, french beans, vine ripe tomatoes, olives and boiled egg and new potatoes. A flawless lunchtime favourite…
Pasta
Gnocchi Sorrentina
Soft potato dumplings with basil and mozzarella in a rich tomato sauce. (Vegan option available)
Tortelloni Collina
Filled pasta parcels with rich ricotta and spinach; complemented by cherry tomatoes, garlic sauce and Parmesan shavings…
Signature Pasta
Strozzapreti L'ulivo
Fresh twizzles of strozzapreti cooked with peeled prawn, cougrettes, garlic and saffron cooked in a white wine and cream sauce
Penne Fantasia
Penne pasta with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and garlic cooked in a light tomato sauce…
Carne-Meat
L'ulivo Burger
Home-made burger with crispy bacon, our secret sauce, melted Italian cheese, lettuce, red onions served with fries
Burger Vegano
Plant-base burger topped with vegan sauce, lettuce, avocado, tomato, red onion. Served with chips…
Pollo Milanese
Chicken escalope in golden breadcrumbs served with spaghetti Napoli
Pollo alla Boscaiola
Chicken breast in a creamy Cup mushrooms and Porcini mushrooms, sage and rosemary white wine sauce
Costoletta d'Agnello
Tender British lamb cutlets simply grilled or cooked with rosemary and red wine sauce served with fries
Costata alla Griglia
Ribeye steak cooked to your liking. Served with fries…
Sauces
Red Whine Sauce
Mushroom Rosemary Sauce
Peppercorn Sauce
Pizza
Pizza Margherita
Tomato, 100% mozzarella and basil
Pizza con Cotto e Funghi
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, ham, mushrooms
Pizza Capricciosa
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, artichokes, olives, ham, mushrooms and oregano…
Pizza con Tonno
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, tuna, red onion and black olives
Pizza Gitana
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, pepperoni and Gorgonzola
Pizza Calabrese 'Nduja
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, Italian sausage ‘Nduja and Masarpone cheese…
Calzone L'ulivo
Folded pizza with 100% mozzarella, Gorgonzola, mushrooms and Italian sausage ‘Nduja
Pizza ai Quattro Formaggi
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, mascarpone, Goat’s cheese and Gorgonzola
Meaty Pizza
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, pepperoni, ham, chicken and chilies
Pizza Marina
Tomato, 100% mozzarella, topped with spicy peeled Prawns and rocket salad…
Kids Menu
2 course £7.95. 1 Scoop of Icecream of Your Choice + Free Drink Orange or Cranberry or Apple juice
Spaghetti Bolognese
Pasta in a rich 100% beef and tomato ragu
Penne al Burro
Penne pasta in butter sauce
Penne Napoli
Penne in tomato sauce
Pizza Margherita
Tomato sauce and 100% mozzarella cheese