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La Cantina — Italian Restaurants in Ellesmere Port

La Cantina

Italian RestaurantsEllesmere Port, ENG

4.8 out of 5 stars4.8(291 reviews)

Quick info

+441514584973
1 Woodland Rd, Whitby, Ellesmere Port CH65 6PN, United Kingdom
inexpensive

About La Cantina

La Cantina serves Italian food on Woodland Rd in Ellesmere Port, with a menu spanning penne alla rusticana, carbonara, and stone-baked pizzas such as porchetta and margherita. Starters run to calamari and mozzarella fritta, while grilled salmon with broccoli, black olives, pine nuts and pesto sits alongside the pasta list. Dessert brings tiramisu and a banoffee pie that regulars keep ordering, and the meal closes with a complimentary limoncello poured at the end of dinner. The room takes walk-ins rather than bookings, and seating extends to an outdoor area as well as the air-conditioned dining room inside. It opens Tuesday to Sunday and stays closed on Mondays. The restaurant tends to fill up in the early evening, with the 4:30 and 6pm window especially busy. Parking is on the street, since the outside parking area can end up blocked by other vehicles.

Reviews

4.8/5
291 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention banoffee pie, margherita pizza, calamari and mozzarella fritta and attentive friendly staff.

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Customer Review Summary

The margherita pizza draws the most praise, with reviewers repeatedly calling out this pie alongside the penne alla rusticano as standouts among the pizzas and pastas. Close behind, the banoffee pie comes up again and again as the dessert of choice, and starters like the calamari, mozzarella fritta, and calzone earn their own mentions. Portions are described as generous and the food as fresh, with several diners noting the atmosphere and attentive staff, complimentary touches like a limoncello, and a kids' plate brought out unprompted. A few also point to reasonable prices as a draw. One reviewer's repeat visit was less smooth, describing a waitress as too casual and unwelcoming, being initially seated at a small corner table despite the restaurant being nearly empty, and finding the chicken dry, though they noted their earlier visits had been enjoyable. The recurring close is diners returning again and again, with several saying they'll be back soon.

Featured reviews

  • Bobby Duckers
    “This place is truly a 5* spot. Food is authentic and beautiful, staff are amazing. Our new favourite. The calzone and deep fried mozerrella are the best.”
  • Alex King
    “Visited with my 10 year old daughter and a friend. Fantastic food and services. 5 minute drive from Cheshire oaks and miles better than the options there!”
  • B S
    “Wandered into this place just for cocktails and dessert. Ended up having starter, main course and desserts. Lovely friendly staff who were courteous throughout the meal. Sat outside and it was nice with the breeze and sun. Ordered pizza with garlic and tomatoes, pasta, margherita pizza, tiramasu and banofee pie. Everything was brilliant,the stars though were the margherita pizza,the penne alla rusticano, and the banofee pie. Not saying the other food was mediocre, but this selection was outstanding. The staff are very attentive and polite. Definitely can see why this place was busy from 4.30 to 6pm when we were there. There is outisde parking but park on the street as people block the drop down kerb. I did see people park in the opposite pub and wonder over. A gem of a place. Thank you very much for looking after us.”
  • Amy Foster
    “We went today for a family meal and the food was absolutely stunning. Christian and his team couldnt have done enough for us, they were all so friendly and attentive. Made a massive fuss of our children and our kids loved the food too. Sometimes its the little things restaurants do too that make all the difference, they even bought over a baby plate and spoon for my son. No other restaurant has ever done that. The restaurant also has air con too so it was also a lovely escape from the heat for a few hours. We had such a nice time. We will definitely be back soon. Their coffees looked so nice too. I just wanted to share our experience in case anyone is thinking of going, id definitely recommend it.”
  • Karina
    “Delicious food, great service, nice atmosphere. Update: I previously had a great experience here, but this visit was different. One of the waitresses came across as a bit too casual for my liking, and I didn't feel her way of speaking to me was particularly welcoming, the other waitress in the other side, was lovely. The restaurant was almost empty, yet I had to ask to sit at a different than small corner table. Fortunately, it was eventually agreed. I hope this was just a one-off, as I've enjoyed visiting before. The food was okay, big portion, however chicken was dry.”

Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Good to know

“Indulge in authentic Italian flavors at La Cantina, Ellesmere Port’s gem for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Rooted in tradition and powered by passion, our dishes showcase the finest, freshest ingredients, handcrafted to perfection. From rich, velvety pastas to stone-baked pizzas bursting with flavor, every bite celebrates the vibrant essence of Italy. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, La Cantina is perfect for intimate dinners, family gatherings, or special occasions. Let our attentive team treat you to a taste of Italy that will leave you inspired and eager for more. Discover the joy of genuine Italian cuisine at La Cantina – where every meal is a masterpiece. Experience the best of Italian dining today. Reserve your table”

  • Reservations
    Walk-in only

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