In search of a pasta restaurant in central London? The menu at much beloved Sicilian Italian eatery Luce e Limoni includes pasta dishes that won’t disappoint.
Where is the best pasta restaurant in London?
It goes without saying that in such a huge metropolis, there will be a number of Italian eateries claiming to be the best pasta restaurant. And let’s face it, there are a number of fine eateries to choose from. However, it’s all very subjective, so the best advice is to pick a highly rated one and make your own mind up. One such eatery is Sicilian Italian restaurant Luce e Limoni on Gray’s Inn Road, Clerkenwell. At Luce e Limoni, the signature spicy spaghetti with crabmeat, mushrooms, and cherry tomato sauce is a favourite, of course, but the menu boasts many more mouth-watering pasta dishes. How well do you know your pasta? Let’s take a quick excursion around some of the classics, with examples from Luce e Limoni’s menu.
Bucatini – sometimes called perciatelli – resembles thick spaghetti but has a hollow centre, making it ideal for soaking up rich sauces. That’s why owner and head chef Fabrizio pairs it with our Sicilian spiced pork belly ragout, a dish bursting with bold flavours. Fun fact: the name “bucatini” comes from buco, the Italian word for “hole.”
Linguine is a long, slightly flattened pasta – wider than spaghetti but not as broad as fettuccine. It’s a classic companion for seafood, and Fabrizio’s black linguine is no exception. Infused with squid ink for a deep oceanic taste and striking colour, he serves it with seared scallops, asparagus and a delicate shellfish sauce. If you’re anywhere near Gray’s Inn Road and craving top-quality Italian food with a modern Sicilian twist, this a definitely a dish to try.
Rigatoni is a short, tube-shaped pasta with ridges that help sauces cling to it beautifully. Luce e Limoni serve it with a vibrant mix of fried aubergines, tomato, basil, and salted ricotta cheese – a dish full of rich Mediterranean flavours.
If you prefer stuffed pasta, tortelloni is a must-try. Fabrizio’s handmade version is filled with roast veal and mozzarella, then finished with butter, sage, cherry tomato confit, and a drizzle of truffle oil – pure indulgence on a plate!
And if you’re in the mood for something a little different, why not try gnocchi? Ok, so these soft potato dumplings aren’t technically pasta, but they’re just as delicious. Prepared with a fragrant basil pesto and sweet cherry tomatoes, the result a fresh and satisfying dish.
It’s worth noting that Luce e Limoni’s menu is by no means restricted to pasta. Take a look at our Main Menu and Lunchtime Set Menu!
You’ll find us at 91-93 Gray’s Inn Road, Chancery Lane, London WC1X 8TX
Call Us 020 724 23382 | Email Us flavours@luceelimoni.com
