Nestled in the heart of the City of London, Terra Rossa La Cantina brings the authentic flavours of Puglia to one of the capital's most historic quarters. Just a one-minute stroll from the original Terra Rossa St Paul's on Carter Lane and directly opposite City Thameslink station, this stylish Italian restaurant sits moments from St Paul's Cathedral, with Blackfriars and Fleet Street virtually on your doorstep.
Building on the success of Terra Rossa's beloved Angel and Carter Lane venues, La Cantina offers the same warm Italian hospitality and exceptional Apulian cuisine in a fresh, elegant setting. The restaurant features a modern interior with comfortable outdoor seating perfect for al fresco dining when the weather's kind, plus dedicated private dining areas ideal for business lunches, celebrations, or special occasions. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between relaxed and sophisticated, making it brilliant whether you're grabbing a quick lunch between meetings or settling in for a proper feast with friends.
The menu champions authentic Apulian cuisine, celebrating the rich culinary traditions of Southern Italy with dishes prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The handmade pasta selection showcases regional specialities like orecchiette with turnip tops, grano arso pasta made with smoky toasted flour tossed with heritage yellow tomatoes and black olives on broccoli purée, and rich paccheri with slow-cooked wild boar ragù marinated in Negroamaro wine. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the paccheri al ragù di mare – a creamy tomato sauce with langoustine, clams and king prawns.
The stone-baked pizzas are equally impressive, featuring a traditional sourdough base topped with everything from classic Margherita to inventive combinations like capocollo di Martina Franca with artichokes. There's an excellent range of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options throughout the menu, alongside a thoughtfully curated wine list featuring selections from Puglia and across Italy.