About Osteria London
Our brass light fixtures cast a warm glow across the leather banquettes as diners settle in for rigatoni with Sicilian sausage or our signature ricotta gnudi with endive and apple balsamic dressing. From our perch on Level 2 of the Barbican Centre, we watch the fountains dance below while serving modern Italian dishes that change with the seasons. The neon "Amore Bibo" sign above our bar sets the tone – "I drink with Love" in Latin – as we shake up twists on classic Negronis and pour Bellinis alongside Barolos and Supertuscans. Our wine display, crafted from lacquered mild steel, showcases bottles from established Tuscan estates and emerging Sicilian winemakers alike. We built Osteria London to be a retreat within the Barbican arts complex. Theatre-goers stop by for pre-show suppers of slow-cooked beef with polenta before heading downstairs, then return for zabaione or polenta cake with orange marmalade after the curtain falls. Business lunches unfold in our private dining room overlooking the lakeside, while birthday dinners stretch into the evening with views across the city skyline. Our kitchen focuses on bold, ingredient-driven cooking that honors Italy's regional traditions. Today's pasta might feature wild boar ragu from Tuscany; tomorrow brings seafood from the Adriatic coast. Mains like suckling pig with sage potatoes showcase our commitment to proper technique and seasonal produce. Whether you're meeting colleagues, celebrating an engagement, or simply escaping the Silk Street bustle for a proper Italian meal, we've created a space that feels both contemporary and timeless. Our team knows the Barbican rhythms – when interval crowds need quick antipasti, when late-night diners want to linger over grappa, and when our panoramic windows frame the city lights just right.
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Event Spaces & Function Rooms
Private Dining Room at an Italian Restaurant · From 10 to 30 people
£1,400
Amenities
Ticketing event possible
Air conditioning
Free parking on premise
Wireless Internet Access
Accessibility
Menu
Food And DrinkPrice
Location
Moorgate · 5 minutes
Moorgate · 5 minutes
Barbican · 3 minutes
St. Paul's · 8 minutes
Opening hours
Monday:All Day
Tuesday:All Day
Wednesday:All Day
Thursday:All Day
Friday:All Day
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed
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