Bloomsbury · London WC1E
Fresh from our pans.
Made to be shared.
Handmade pasta, sauces prepared to order and the spirit of an Italian spaghettata in the heart of Bloomsbury.
La Spaghettata
Gathered around one great pot.
A spaghettata is a very Italian ritual — one big pot of pasta cooked fresh, brought to the middle of the table, and shared. Everything on our menu is built for that.
Made this morning
Pasta rolled and cut by hand every day.
Cooked to order
Sauces built fresh in the pan, not held on a pass.
Sized for the table
Order for one, two, three or four to share.
Better per person
The bigger the pot, the better the value.
Our story
Our Story
At Pentole & Padelle, we believe the best Italian food isn't just about recipes — it's about bringing people together.
Our concept was born from a simple tradition that every Italian knows and loves: gathering around one big pot of freshly cooked pasta for a family lunch or a lively dinner with friends. In Italy, we call it a “spaghettata”— a moment of sharing, laughter and great food. We wanted to bring that same experience to London.
That's why our menu is designed for sharing. The larger the portion you order, the lower the price per person. For example, our signature Homemade Spaghetti Scarpariello costs just £44 for a quadruple portion — only £11 per person, making authentic handmade Italian food both generous and exceptional value.
Our home is just as special as our food. Pentole & Padelle proudly occupies the site of the first Italian restaurant ever opened in the United Kingdom, back in 1934. For almost a century, this address has celebrated Italian hospitality, and we're honoured to continue that tradition.
Everything we serve is made from scratch, every single day. We don't buy ready-made products or pre-cooked meals. Our pasta is handmade, our sauces are prepared fresh to order, and we carefully source the finest ingredients directly from Italy to ensure every dish tastes exactly as it should.
Whether you're joining us for a quick lunch, a romantic dinner or a big family feast, we invite you to experience Italian food the way it was always meant to be: fresh, authentic, generous and made to be shared.
Benvenuti a Pentole & Padelle.
On the menu
A short menu, cooked properly.
Small plates to start, a handful of salads, and a Pots & Pans section built around freshly made pasta. Sized for one, or for the table.
- £16
Spaghetti “Scarpariello”
Spaghetti pasta with cherry tomatoes, basil and parmesan cheese
- £15
Tegame di Polpette di Carne
Pot of meatballs slow-cooked in tomato sauce and parmesan cheese
- £18
Gnocchi Sorrentina
Potato dumplings cooked in tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheese
- £18.50
Traditional Lasagna
Beef ragù lasagne with béchamel sauce and parmesan cheese
Pots & Pans
One dish. Four ways to share it.
Every pasta on our Pots & Pans list comes in four sizes. The bigger the pot, the better the value per person, and the more the table has to talk about.
Group dining
Group dining, family-style
Larger tables share generous pans of pasta made to order. Provisional group bookings are reviewed by the restaurant before confirmation.
Provisional first
Large-group bookings remain provisional until reviewed and confirmed by the restaurant.
For 12 guests or more, submit a provisional request or contact us directly.
For group bookings, guests with allergies or specific dietary requirements must contact the restaurant directly before the event so the requirements can be discussed.
Bespoke table arrangements can be accommodated on request. Additional charges may apply depending on the setup and requirements. Please get in touch with us to discuss your requirements.
How we cook
Made from scratch, every service.
Pasta by hand
Rolled, cut and shaped in the kitchen each morning — never dried, never bought in.
Sauces to order
Built fresh in the pan for each table, so what leaves the kitchen is exactly right.
Sourced with care
Small Italian producers, seasonal vegetables, and DOP cheeses when they earn their place.
Unfussy cooking
Classic recipes, treated with respect. No shortcuts, no theatre — just food that works.
Visit
Visit us in Bloomsbury
35 Store Street, London WC1E 7BS
35 Store Street, London WC1E 7BS
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Opening hours
- Monday12:00–21:30
- Tuesday12:00–21:30
- Wednesday12:00–21:30
- Thursday12:00–21:30
- Friday12:00–21:30
- Saturday12:00–21:30
- Sunday12:00–21:00
Please arrive within 15 minutes of your booked time. Tables are released after this grace period.