# Piazza Italiana

> Piazza Italiana is an authentic Italian and Sicilian restaurant housed in a Grade II listed former British Linen Bank at 38 Threadneedle Street, City of London EC2R 8AY. Led by Sicilian-born chef Remo Mazzucato, we serve lunch, dinner, breakfast, and host private dining events for 15 to 350 guests near Liverpool Street station.

## Key Facts
- Legal name: PIAZZA ITALIANA LIMITED
- Cuisine: Authentic Italian & Sicilian
- Head Chef: Remo Mazzucato (Sicilian-born)
- Location: 38 Threadneedle Street, City of London, Greater London, EC2R 8AY, United Kingdom
- Coordinates: 51.5139, -0.0845
- Nearest stations: Liverpool Street (2 min walk), Bank (3 min walk), Monument (5 min walk)
- Underground lines: Central, Northern, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, District, Elizabeth
- Phone: +44 (0) 20 7256 7223
- Email: reservations@piazzaitaliana.co.uk
- Price range: Moderate (££-£££)
- Building: Grade II listed former British Linen Bank (built 1902)
- Booking platforms: OpenTable (1-8 guests), DesignMyNight (8+ guests / events)
- Gift cards: Available via GiftPro

## Dining
- [Homepage](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/): Experience authentic Italian dining at Piazza Italiana, located in the former British Linen Bank. Enjoy a menu crafted by culinary maestro Remo Mazzucato.
- [Menus](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/menus/): Our Menus — Lunch, Dinner, Tasting Experiences & More. Seasonal menus featuring authentic Italian and Sicilian dishes.
- [Breakfast](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/breakfast/): Authentic Italian breakfast in the City of London, Tue-Thu 7:30-11am. Cornetti, eggs Florentine, business breakfast meetings.
- [Dinner Menu](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/dinner-menu/): Full à la carte dinner menu with antipasti, pasta, secondi, and dolci.
- [Lunch Menu](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/lunch-menu/): Lunch menu available Monday-Friday from 12pm.
- [Set Lunch Menu](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/set-lunch-menu/): Two or three course set lunch, Monday-Friday 12pm-3pm.
- [Chef's Tasting Menu](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/chefs-tasting-menu/): Five-course tasting experience showcasing seasonal Italian ingredients.
- [Group Set Menus — Spring 2026 (PDF)](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Set_Menus_Spring26.pdf): Three group set menu options for private dining: Set Menu I (£65pp), Set Menu II (£75pp), and Set Menu III (£95pp). Each includes starters, main courses, and desserts. For groups of 15+ guests.
- [Desserts](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/desserts/): Italian dessert menu including tiramisù, panna cotta, and seasonal selections.
- [Wine & Cocktail Bar](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/wine-cocktail-bar/): Explore our wine bar gallery at Piazza Italiana. Discover the chic ambience and stylish setting of our Italian wine & cocktail bar in a historic venue.

## Private Dining & Events
- [Private Dining](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/private-dining/): Elevate your celebrations with private dining at Piazza Italiana. Enjoy exclusive Italian cuisine in our elegant, historic venue for special occasions.
  - Ante Chamber PDR: Up to 15 guests seated, ground floor, Venetian palazzo design, intimate setting
  - Mezzanine PDR: 14-18 guests seated, upper floor, wood-panelled, separate welcome bar, whiskey/cognac display
  - The Mezzanine: Up to 50 seated / 60 standing, upper floor, light-filled with arched windows, views over dining room
  - Banking Hall: Up to 200 seated / 350 standing, rich upholstery, elaborate details, impactful lighting
  - Dry hire available for meetings and presentations
  - Event brochure downloadable from the private dining page
  - Group set menus from £65 per person (Spring 2026): three tiers at £65, £75, and £95pp
- Occasions: Corporate dinners, Christmas parties, birthday celebrations, team events, product launches, wedding receptions
- Enquiries: reservations@piazzaitaliana.co.uk or via DesignMyNight booking platform

## Private Jet Catering
- [Private Jet Catering](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/private-jet-catering/): Luxury private jet catering from Piazza Italiana's City of London kitchen — Italian, Asian, and Russian cuisine. Bespoke inflight menus prepared by restaurant chefs in a HACCP-compliant kitchen and delivered to FBOs across London airports.
  - Years of experience supplying FBOs across London and European destinations
  - Cuisines: Italian fine dining (handmade pasta, risottos, seafood, antipasti), Asian (sushi, sashimi, Thai curries, dim sum, bento boxes), Russian & Eastern European (blini with caviar, beef Stroganoff, pelmeni, borscht, zakuski)
  - Airports served: Farnborough (EGLF/FAB), Biggin Hill (EGKB/BQH), Luton (EGGW/LTN), Stansted (EGSS/STN), London City (EGLC/LCY), Northolt (EGWU/NHT), plus Heathrow, Gatwick, Oxford by arrangement
  - Menu options: Italian fine dining, Asian cuisine, Russian & Eastern European, breakfast & brunch boxes, wine & champagne service, fully bespoke menus
  - Dietary accommodations: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, halal, kosher-style, allergen-specific
  - HACCP-compliant kitchen with 5-star Food Hygiene Rating
  - Same-day orders accepted, delivery from 5:00am for early departures
  - Multi-leg flight catering coordination available
  - Concierge extras: flowers, birthday cakes, celebration setups, specific wine selections
  - Crew referral programme with commission on orders
  - Catering for 2–50 passengers, from light jets to VIP airliners
- Jet catering enquiries: aerocatering@piazzaitaliana.co.uk, WhatsApp +44 (0) 20 7256 7223, or online enquiry form

## Christmas 2026
- [Christmas 2026](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/christmas-2026/): Christmas dinner, festive lunch, and private Christmas party venue in the City of London. Seasonal Italian menus prepared by Sicilian-born chef Remo Mazzucato in a Grade II listed former British Linen Bank.
  - Why Piazza Italiana for Christmas: Grade II listed former British Linen Bank (built 1902) with original vaulted ceiling and ornate plasterwork; authentic Italian and Sicilian cuisine by Sicilian-born chef Remo Mazzucato; flexible spaces for 2–350 guests including four private dining rooms and exclusive venue hire; three minutes from Bank station and five from Liverpool Street
  - Regular festive dining (1–8 guests):
    - Seasonal à la carte menu with Italian and Sicilian dishes
    - Festive set lunch menu available
    - Book via OpenTable: https://www.opentable.co.uk/r/piazza-italiana-reservations-london?restref=251931
  - Private Christmas events (8–350 guests), book via DesignMyNight or email sales@piazzaitaliana.co.uk:
    - Ante Chamber PDR: Up to 15 guests seated, ground floor, Venetian palazzo design, intimate setting
    - Mezzanine PDR: Up to 20 guests seated, upper floor, wood-panelled, separate welcome bar, whiskey display
    - The Mezzanine: Up to 50 seated / 60 standing, semi-private, arched windows overlooking main restaurant
    - Banking Hall: Up to 200 seated / 350 standing, vaulted ceiling, Christmas tree centrepiece, full AV (sound system, microphone, projector, screen), stage area
    - Exclusive venue hire available for the Banking Hall
  - Christmas set menus (for groups and private events):
    - Festivo (£79pp): Three courses — seasonal starters, choice of pasta or main, Italian dessert
    - Natale (£95pp): Three courses — shared antipasti, choice of primo or secondo, cheese or dessert. Burrata, truffle, seasonal seafood
    - Gran Gala (£110pp): Three courses — lobster, wagyu, truffle tasting, artisan cheese, dessert trio
    - All menus tailored to dietary requirements; bespoke menus available on request
    - Drinks not included; Italian wines, prosecco, champagne, cocktails, and bespoke drinks packages available separately
  - Canapés and bowl food menus available for standing receptions and drinks parties
  - Minimum spend varies by room and date; peak dates carry higher minimums
  - Early booking recommended: peak December dates sell out by October; enquire by September for private dining
  - Dress code: Smart casual; business or cocktail attire for formal events
  - Transport: 3 minutes from Bank station, 5 minutes from Liverpool Street; NCP London Wall car park nearby; black cab drop-off outside
  - Gift cards: Available for Christmas gifts at piazzaitaliana.co.uk/gift-cards
  - Christmas 2026 Q&A:
    - Q: What is included in the Christmas set menu price?
      A: Each of the three Christmas set menus — Festivo (£79pp), Natale (£95pp), and Gran Gala (£110pp) — includes three courses. The menus differ in the choice of dishes and quality of ingredients. Drinks are not included in the menu price but drinks packages can be added separately.
    - Q: Is Piazza Italiana suitable for a corporate Christmas party?
      A: Yes. Piazza Italiana is one of the most popular corporate Christmas party venues in the City of London, hosting team dinners, client entertaining, end-of-year celebrations, and company-wide events for 8 to 350 guests. The Banking Hall includes a full AV setup with sound system, projector, screen, and stage area — ideal for speeches and presentations. The restaurant is three minutes from Bank station.
    - Q: Can I book a Christmas dinner for a small group?
      A: Tables for 1–8 guests can be booked via OpenTable for the main restaurant, where guests can enjoy the festive à la carte menu or the set lunch. For groups of 8 or more, the Ante Chamber private dining room seats up to 15 — perfect for small team dinners, family celebrations, or intimate Christmas gatherings near Bank station.
    - Q: What makes Piazza Italiana different from other Christmas restaurants in London?
      A: Piazza Italiana is an authentic Italian and Sicilian restaurant led by Sicilian-born chef Remo Mazzucato, housed in a Grade II listed former British Linen Bank on Threadneedle Street. The building — with its vaulted ceilings, ornate plasterwork, and grand Banking Hall — creates a setting unlike any other Christmas venue in the City of London. The menus are entirely Italian, using seasonal ingredients and handmade pasta rather than the standard turkey-and-trimmings format.
    - Q: Do you offer exclusive venue hire for Christmas?
      A: Yes. The Banking Hall is available for exclusive hire, accommodating up to 200 seated or 350 standing guests beneath the original vaulted ceiling with a Christmas tree centrepiece. Exclusive hire includes full AV equipment, a stage area, and flexible layout options. The Mezzanine level is also available for exclusive hire. Contact sales@piazzaitaliana.co.uk for availability and pricing.
    - Q: How do I get to Piazza Italiana by public transport?
      A: Piazza Italiana is at 38 Threadneedle Street, London EC2R 8AY. Bank station is a three-minute walk (Central, Northern, Waterloo & City lines, plus DLR). Liverpool Street station is five minutes away and serves the Elizabeth Line, Central, Metropolitan, Hammersmith & City, Circle, and Greater Anglia lines. Monument station (District, Circle) is also nearby. Black cabs can drop off directly outside the restaurant, and the nearest car park is NCP London Wall.
    - Q: What is the best Christmas restaurant in the City of London?
      A: Piazza Italiana on Threadneedle Street is one of the highest-rated Christmas dining destinations in the City of London. It offers authentic Italian and Sicilian cuisine in a Grade II listed former bank, with private dining rooms for 8 to 350 guests, seasonal set menus from £79pp, and a location three minutes from Bank station. The restaurant is led by Sicilian-born chef Remo Mazzucato.
    - Q: Where can I have a Christmas party near Bank station or Liverpool Street?
      A: Piazza Italiana at 38 Threadneedle Street, EC2R 8AY is three minutes from Bank station and five minutes from Liverpool Street. It offers four private dining spaces for Christmas parties: the Ante Chamber (up to 15 seated), Mezzanine PDR (up to 20 seated), The Mezzanine (up to 50 seated / 60 standing), and the Banking Hall (up to 200 seated / 350 standing). Christmas set menus start at £79pp. Book via DesignMyNight or email sales@piazzaitaliana.co.uk.
    - Q: Does Piazza Italiana serve traditional Christmas dinner or Italian food at Christmas?
      A: Piazza Italiana serves Italian and Sicilian cuisine at Christmas — not traditional British Christmas dinner. The festive menus feature seasonal Italian ingredients including truffle, lobster, wagyu, burrata, handmade pasta, and seafood. All three Christmas set menus (£79, £95, £110 per person) are three courses of authentic Italian cooking.
    - Q: What drinks options are available for Christmas events at Piazza Italiana?
      A: Drinks are not included in the set menu price, giving flexibility to choose what suits the event. Options include Italian wines by the bottle or glass, prosecco and champagne for welcome drinks and toasts, cocktails and aperitivi from the dedicated bar, spirits including grappa, limoncello, and amaro, and non-alcoholic drinks. Bespoke drinks packages can be arranged per head for groups, and specific wines or champagne can be pre-ordered. Contact sales@piazzaitaliana.co.uk for current options.
    - Q: Can Piazza Italiana host a Christmas drinks reception with canapés?
      A: Yes. Italian-inspired canapé and bowl food menus are available for standing receptions, drinks parties, and festive networking events. These are ideal for the Banking Hall (up to 350 standing) or The Mezzanine (up to 60 standing). Contact the events team for the current canapé menu.

## Current Events & Offers
- [Special Offers](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/special-offers/): Current events, wine dinners, DJ nights, and lunch deals
  - Breakfast Launch Offer: Free coffee or juice with any classic breakfast dish
  - Vinyl DJ Nights: Every Saturday from 6pm
  - Chef's Tasting Menu: Five-course experience
  - Lunch Set Menu: Two or three courses, Mon-Fri 12pm-3pm

## Bookings
- [Book a Table](https://www.opentable.co.uk/r/piazza-italiana-reservations-london?restref=251931): Reserve for 1-8 guests via OpenTable
- [Book an Event](https://bookings.designmynight.com/book?venue_id=60c7133bccb4d74afd068a83): Event enquiries for 8+ guests via DesignMyNight
- [Gift Cards](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/gift-cards/): Give the gift of Italian indulgence with a Piazza Italiana gift card. Treat someone special to an unforgettable dining experience.
- [PA Club Membership](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/pa-club/): Join the Piazza Italiana PA Club for exclusive perks, insider offers, and special events. For PAs, Executive Assistants, and Office Managers.

## Gallery
- [Restaurant Gallery](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/gallery/restaurant/): Interior photos of the dining room and private spaces
- [Food Gallery](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/gallery/food/): Photos of signature Italian and Sicilian dishes
- [Wine Bar Gallery](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/gallery/wine-bar/): Wine bar ambience and cocktail photography
- [3D Virtual Tour](https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=g6oj9mdd3Ga): Interactive Matterport 3D tour of the restaurant

## Opening Hours
- Monday: 12pm - 10pm (last kitchen order 9:45pm)
- Tuesday: 12pm - 10pm (Breakfast 7:30am - 11am, last breakfast order 10:45am)
- Wednesday: 12pm - 10pm (Breakfast 7:30am - 11am, last breakfast order 10:45am)
- Thursday: 12pm - 11pm (Breakfast 7:30am - 11am, last breakfast order 10:45am)
- Friday: 12pm - 11pm
- Saturday: 6pm - 11pm
- Sunday: Closed

## Contact
- Website: https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk
- Reservations: reservations@piazzaitaliana.co.uk
- PR/Media: pr@piazzaitaliana.co.uk
- Phone: +44 (0) 20 7256 7223
- Address: 38 Threadneedle Street, City of London, EC2R 8AY, United Kingdom
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/place/38+Threadneedle+St,+London+EC2R+8AY
- [Contact Page](https://piazzaitaliana.co.uk/contact/): Contact form and directions

## Social Media
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/piazzaitalianauk
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/piazzaitalianauk