Vecchio Parioli is a family-run authentic Italian restaurant established in 1950. It has garnered a loyal following among locals and theatre-goers in the Barbican area.
The restaurant is known for its simple and authentic Italian menu, influenced by specialty dishes and produce from various regions of Italy.
Vecchio Parioli continues to uphold its reputation for quality dining in a welcoming atmosphere.
Information sourced from restaurant website and may be subject to change.
Menu
Bruschetta con Pomodori e Olive£6.00
Grilled bread topped with cherry tomatoes, garlic & black olives.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 80
Prataioli Fritti£9.00
Deep fried mushrooms served with tartar sauce.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Eggs, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1512
Tricolore£9.00
Tomato, avocado, mozzarella.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Fegatini di Pollo£9.00
Chicken livers sautéed with chillies, garlic & red wine.
Gluten
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Avocado e Gamberetti£9.00
Avocado & shrimps served with pink sauce.
Gluten, Shellfish
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Calamari e Zucchine Fritti£9.00
Fresh deep fried squid served with fried courgettes & tartar sauce.
Gluten, Fish
Allergens: Eggs, Fish, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 1296
Antipasto Misto£9.50
Selection of cured meat.
Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 385
Verdure Grigliate & Caprino£9.00
Grilled aubergines, courgettes, peppers & mushrooms served with baked goat cheese.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 299
Asparagi e Caprino£9.00
Fresh asparagus baked with goat cheese.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 332
Gamberoni in Salsa Piccante£9.50
King prawns in spicy tomato sauce & garlic served with garlic bread.
Gluten, Shellfish
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 330
Minestrone£7.00
Home made vegetable soup.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Tagliatelle alla Boscaiola£10.50
Flat spaghetti with mushrooms, bacon and a touch of cream & tomato.
Gluten, Dairy
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 450
Cannelloni Ricotta e Spinaci£10.50
Pasta tubes filled with spinach, ricotta & parmesan cheese.
Vegetarian, Gluten, Dairy
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 450
Malloreddos alla Campidanese£10.50
Short Sardinian pasta, served with sausage, tomato sauce, garlic & chillies.
Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 450
Risotto agli Asparagi£10.50
Asparagus risotto.
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 500
Linguine alle Vongole£11.50
Flat spaghetti with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil & chillies.
Gluten, Shellfish
Allergens: Shellfish/Crustaceans, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 450
Raviolacci ai Porcini£10.50
Ravioli filled with Porcini mushrooms, ricotta & parmesan cheese, with mixed mushrooms sauce and a touch of cream.
Vegetarian, Gluten, Dairy
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Spaghetti alla Pescatora£16.50
Seafood spaghetti prepared with white wine, tomato sauce, garlic & chilli.
Gluten, Fish, Shellfish
Allergens: Fish, Shellfish/Crustaceans, Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 450
Pollo alla Milanese£17.50
Chicken breast Milanese style, breadcrumbs, pan fried, served with spaghetti & tomato.
Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: No
Estimated Calorie Count: 1007
Fegato Burro e Salvia or Bacon£19.50
Pan fried calf liver with sage & butter or bacon.
Gluten
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 784
Agnello al Rosmarino£19.50
Grilled lamb chops served with rosemary.
Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Tagliata di Manzo£22.50
Grilled sirloin steak, sliced & served on a bed of rocket leaves.
Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 585
Vitello ai Funghi£19.50
Veal escalopes with mixed mushrooms & red wine.
Gluten
Allergens: Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Filetto al Pepe Verde£24.50
Fillet steak with green pepper, red wine & a touch of cream.
Gluten, Dairy
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Sulphites/Sulfites, Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 650
Salmone al Limone e Vino Bianco£18.50
Roasted salmon in white wine sauce and lemon.
Fish
Allergens: Fish, Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Orata allo Scalogno£19.50
Roasted sea bream with shallots & sea salt.
Fish
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Trota allo Zenzero£18.50
Steamed trout with ginger.
Fish
Allergens: Fish, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 280
Sogliola alla Griglia£33.50
Dover sole grilled or with white wine sauce.
Fish
Allergens: Fish, Sulphites/Sulfites, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 315
Fried courgettes£3.00
Vegetarian, Gluten
Allergens: Wheat/Gluten, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 560
Carote£3.00
Boiled carrots sautéed with onion & parsley.
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 297
French Fries£3.00
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 400
Roast Potatoes£3.00
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Spinaci£3.00
Spinach sautéed with garlic.
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Funghi£3.00
Mushrooms sautéed with parsley & garlic.
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Broccoli£3.00
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Vegetables of the day£5.50
Vegetables of the day with roasted potatoes.
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Tomato & Onion£5.50
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Green Salad£5.50
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Mixed Salad£5.50
Vegetarian
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 180
Rocket & Pecorino Cheese£5.50
Vegetarian, Dairy
Allergens: Milk/Dairy, Plant Based: No, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Most restaurants charge a small cover charge (~£1–3 per person)
Categories: Italian, Vegetarian, Seafood, Meat, Salads, Soups, Pasta
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Menu Source: Restaurant Website PDF
Allergens: None detected, Plant Based: Yes, Gluten Free: No, Low Carb: Yes
Estimated Calorie Count: 350
Menu Date: August, 2025
Dietary & Allergen Information: Please be aware that our dish analysis is powered by AI and may contain errors. Always check with your server before ordering.
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Address
129 Aldersgate St, Barbican, London EC1A 4JQ, UK
GPS
51.5207374, -0.0977089
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