Ombra is a neighbourhood Italian trattoria at 1 Vyner Street in Bethnal Green, close to the Regent’s Canal. Established in 2011, it offers laid-back service, a covered terrace and an intimate setting for lunch, dinner or a leisurely aperitivo.
The menu is guided by the best seasonal produce available from Italy and small local farms. Freshly made pasta is a defining feature, joined by vegetable, meat and fish dishes that change as ingredients come into their prime.
A compact selection allows the kitchen to work closely with its produce, while three-course, tasting and feasting formats offer different ways to experience the cooking. The restaurant can also shape a shared menu for private events and larger tables.
Natural and low-intervention wines, primarily from Italy, are central to the drinks list and complement the trattoria style. Guests with allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements should discuss the current menu and preparation practices with staff before ordering.
Address: 1 Vyner Street, Bethnal Green, London E2 9DG, England
OMBRA Bethnal Green Menu
Snacks
Carlingford oyster and burn lemon and vanilla
Pork belly skewers and salsa rossa
Gnocco fritto and house cured lardo
White asparagus, wild garlic and parmesan
Crostino, braised peas, burrata and calabrian chilli
Antipasti
Lamb heart, smoked ricotta and grilled artichoke
Pickled red mullet, pine nut and raisin
Cornish octopus, potato and parsley salad
Primi
Tagliolini, house cured guanciale and morels
Spaghetti, fava bean, pistachio and pecorino
Tortelli peas, smoked ricotta
Secondi
Aged pork loin with grape mustard
Roasted turbot, seakale and zibibbo
800g grilled hereford sirloin
Sides
Flourish farm salad
Poached and fried ratte potato
Flourish farm green asparagus and citrus butter
Dolci
Tiramisu
Olive oil and chocolate cake
White chocolate and loquat semifreddo
Pannacotta with english strawberries and elderflowers
Nibbles
Nocellara olives
Salted almonds
Beverages
Il ceo frizzante rosè
Campari spritz
Negroni
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