Craving a taste of Italy in the heart of London’s financial district? Canary Wharf is home to a growing number of Italian restaurants that go far beyond the basics. From handmade pasta bars and Neapolitan pizza joints to sleek riverside spots serving burrata and spritzes, there’s something for every kind of Italophile. Whether you're after a quick lunch, a romantic dinner, or a laid-back aperitivo with friends, these Italian eateries combine bold flavours with stylish settings, all just by the Jubilee line and Crossrail.
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Pizza Pilgrims brings its signature Neapolitan flair to Canary Wharf with a bright, buzzy space overlooking the water at Frobisher Passage. Expect slow-proved dough topped with the likes of nduja, smoked mozzarella, and truffle oil, all fired in a traditional stone oven. The vibe is playful and relaxed, with retro arcade games, long tables for group hangs, and a cracking limoncello spritz to wash it all down.
Obicà Mozzarella Bar brings sleek Italian minimalism to Canary Wharf, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and a menu built around its star: DOP-certified mozzarella di bufala. The space is modern and light-filled, perfect for business lunches, Aperol-fuelled evenings, or a refined pitstop between shops. Expect antipasti boards, handmade pasta, and wood-fired pizzas, all paired with Italian wines and classic cocktails.
Zizzi Canary Wharf brings bold Italian flavours to the banks of the Thames, with floor-to-ceiling windows and waterside views that make it a standout for both lunch breaks and date nights. The menu is packed with crowd-pleasers, from rustica pizzas and creamy casareccia pasta to vegan jackfruit pepperoni and indulgent tiramisu. Inside, expect a bright, contemporary space with playful design touches and a buzzy, relaxed vibe.
Barbarella is Big Mamma Group's latest showstopper, a retro-glam Italian oasis tucked inside Canary Wharf's YY Building. Expect maximalist interiors with jungle vibes, a chrome-accented upstairs lounge, and a waterfront terrace perfect for Aperol-fuelled afternoons. The menu leans into Big Mamma's signature flair: thin-crust pizzas, indulgent pastas, and pistachio espresso martinis that are already Insta-famous. With an ice cream terrace for sunny days and an open kitchen bringing the drama, this is one of the Wharf's most eye-catching new arrivals.
Scarpetta brings a slice of Milan to the heart of Canary Wharf, serving up fresh, handmade pasta in a sleek, industrial-chic setting. Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or settling in for aperitivo hour, expect bold Italian flavours, from truffle tagliolini to rich beef shin ragù, paired with spritzes, negronis, and a curated wine list. The open kitchen adds theatre, while the laid-back vibe makes it a go-to for both weekday wind-downs and weekend catch-ups. Just minutes from the Jubilee line and Crossrail, it's a stylish pitstop for pasta lovers on the move.
