We pride ourselves in the traditional approach to Italian cooking
Established in 1976, La Barca has been bringing the flavour of Italian hospitality to London for almost 50 years. The Restaurant has become a permanent fixture of Waterloo and Southbank.
Started as mainly Tuscany inspired eatery La Barca has transformed through the years and now brings wonderful, versatile gastronomic experience from many other parts of Italy.
The best of Italian wines from the most reputable winemakers are carefully selected for our wine list. Just a very short walk from Old Vic, Yong Vic, National Theatre, and Royal Festival Hall, located by the Waterloo station – La Barca is a perfect location for pre- or after-theatre, business meals, friends get- together, or romantic dinner.
We are simply proud of being able to share the joy of Italian food, wine, and ambiance with all our guests!!!
Our Chef
Our Head Chef Nicola Stoccoro was born in Sardinian Catering Family in Paris. When he was five they returned to Alghero, Northern part of Sardinia. Being the son of a restaurateur, Nicola was always surrounded by the finest Italian cooking and hospitality tradition. He loved spending his days fishing and using the finest fresh ingredients cooking for family and friends.
In the 1980’s he decided to pursue his independent career in London. Nicola joined some of the most established Italian restaurants of the time like Sambuca and Sale Pepe. Later he became an executive chef who opened Signor Sassi Restaurant in London Knightsbridge.
After years of work in catering, Nicola brought his knowledge, experience, and passion for the finest ingredients and cooking to La Barca Family.
What our customers say:
“The essence of Italy right next to the Old Vic! This is as close to Italian food outside of Italy as it gets!”
“Absolutely fantastic just go there now. Can’t give more than 5 stars but would have given 7”
“Been coming here for over twenty years now and have never had anything other than an excellent meal.”
Menu à la Carte
Bruschetta
Toasted bread topped with chopped tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil and extra virgin olive oil
6.50
Misto tropicale
Fresh Cornish crab and prawns served with mango, avocado, home made mayonnaise and Long-island sauce
18.10
Prosciutto di Parma
Raw thinly chopped fillet of beef dressed with fresh black truffles, Parmesan cheese, extra virgin olive oil and garnished with toasted home made bread and garlic
15.90
Battuta alla Barca
Portuguese spices rub, radicchio, lentil & aragula salad, goat cheese, whole grain mustard dressing.
21.50
Insalata di mare
Homemade fresh seafood salad with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and garlic
19.50
Gamberetti piccanti
Prawns in a spicy tomato sauce
14.90
Calamari fritti
Fresh fried squid garnished with courgette and home-made Tartar sauce
14.20
Spare ribs agrodolce
Spare ribs in spicy sweet and sour sauce
12.90
Gamberoni burro e aglio
Butterfly cut king prawns with butter, garlic, and parsley
20.70
Insalata Tricolore
Buffalo mozzarella with tomatoes, avocado, basil and extra virgin olive oil
13.90
Minestrone toscano
Homemade Italian vegetable soup
8.90
Pasta e fagioli
Traditional Italian pasta and bean soup
9.50
Ravioli burro e salvia
Ravioli filled with ricotta and spinach sauteed in butter and sage
14.70
Spaghetti alla Barca
House specialty. Spaghetti with mix seafood and tomato sauce, cooked in paper bag
22.50
Penne arrabbiata
Penne pasta with tomato, garlic, onions, basil, chilli and parsley
12.70
Tagliatelle carbonara
Tagliatelle pasta with pancetta (Italian smoked bacon), egg yolk, cream and Parmesan cheese
16.90
Pappardelle con anatra affumicata
Pappardelle pasta with smoked duck, shallots, mixed mushrooms, port and cream
18.10
Paste al tartufo nero
Risotto or tagliatelle, with butter, Parmesan and fresh black truffle
30.90
Tortelloni del Buongustaio
Homemade large tortelloni filled with ricotta and spinach, sauteed in tomato, cream, brandy and prawns
17.20
Risotto ai funghi
Risotto with mushrooms
16.50
Risotto agli asparagi
Risotto with fresh asparagus
16.50
Linguine Mare Blue
Linguine with garlic, chilli, large prawns, scallops and sun-dried cherry tomatoes
22.30
Spaghetti aragosta
Spaghetti with fresh lobster, brandy, cherry tomatoes, garlic and basil
28.10
Spaghetti alle vongole Veraci
Spaghetti with fresh baby clams, garlic, parsley, and extra virgin olive oil
19.20
Pappardelle alla Campagniola
Parpadelle with shallots, asparagus, pork sausage, brandy, sun-dried cherry tomatoes and cream
17.80
Spigola alla griglia
Fresh grilled Sea Bass, filleted at your table
31.50
Gamberoni Pasquale
Butterfly cut king prawns with cream, brandy, garlic and Worcestershire sauce
33.90
Grigliata di pesce
Selection of grilled fish
32.60
Sogliola alla griglia
Grilled Dover Sole filleted at your table
36.90
Tonno alla Griglia
Tuna steak on bed of Tabbouleh of tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil
25.20
Calamari fritti
Fresh fried squid garnished with fried courgettes and home-made Tartar sauce
23.60
Cape Santi Calabresi
Fresh king scallops served with Pancetta and stir-fry vegetable julienne
32.90
Frutta Fresca
Fresh fruit selection
8.50
Torta di Formaggio
Ricotta cheesecake with mixed berries
8.10
Panna Cotta con Frutti di Bosco
Home made Panna Cotta with berry compote
8.10
Arange Regina
Oranges in caramel and Grand Marnier
7.60
Tiramisu
Traditional Italian home made coffee, liqueur, mascarpone and sponge cake
8.10
Creme Brulee
Vanilla Creme Brulee
8.10
Crepe La Barca
House specialty. A pancake rolled with creme Chantilly, Amaretto biscuits and Amaretto liqueur
8.40
Creme Caramel
Traditional Italian cream caramel
7.90
Profiteroles al Cioccolato
Home made profiteroles with chocolate sauce
8.10
Mousse al Cioccolato
Dark chocolate mousse
8.10
Gelati e Sorbetti
Selection of ice creams and sorbets. Ask a member of staff for flavours
8.10
Crepe Suzette
Prepared for two. Pancakes with caramel, orange zest, and Grand Marnier liquor, flamed at your table
22.00
Zabaglione
Prepared for two at your table. Traditional Italian mousse with egg yolks and Marsala wine
18.80
Formaggi Misti
Selection of cheeses
9.30
Pollo alla moda
Chicken Supreme topped with bacon, avocado, Parmesan cheese and tomato sauce
16.50
Pollo montebianco
Chicken Supreme with wild mushrooms, cream and brandy
16.50
Pulcino alla diavola
Baby spring chicken with mixed herbs, garlic and chilli
17.20
Cotoletta di vitello milanese
Veal cutlet fried in breadcrumbs
28.10
Nodino di vitello burro e salvia
Veal chop with butter and sage
30.20
Vitello Gorgonzola e tartufo nero
Escallop of veal with Gorgonzola cheese, cream and fresh black truffle
29.90
Fegato di vitello
Calf’s liver grilled with bacon or pan-fried with butter and sage
24.30
Rognoni Trifolati
Veal kidneys chopped and sauteed with mushrooms, white wine, garlic and parsley, served with rice
22.80
Filetto alla tartare
Raw chopped fillet steak, marinated with gherkins, anchovies, onions, egg yolk and lemon juice at your table
35.90
Filetto di Manzo
Scotch fillet steak grilled or with blue cheese and Port sauce
33.70
Bocconcini di Filetto
Fillet steak bites with wild mushrooms, Port wine, thyme, fresh black truffle and touch of cream. Served with mashed potatoes
33.50
Tagliata di Manzo
Marinated Sirloin steak, grilled, sliced and served on bed of mixed salad with light whole grain mustard, olive oil and lemon juice drizzle
28.10
Steak Diane
Scotch sirloin steak flamed at your table with French mustard, onions, brandy and gravy sauce
36.10
Carre d’agnello rosmarino
Rack of lamb with garlic and rosemary gravy sauce
30.90
Costolette d’agnello alla griglia
Grilled lamb cutlets
29.90
Sauteed potatoes
4.70
Spinach
4.70
French beans
4.70
Fried courgettes
5.10
Lunch
Monday - Friday12:00 pm - 2.30 pm
Dinner
Monday - Saturday6:00 pm - 10.00 pm
Closed
Sundays & Bank Holidays