Sambuca Middlesbrough
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About Sambuca Middlesbrough
On Linthorpe Rd in Middlesbrough, Sambuca Middlesbrough is an Italian restaurant that puts the Teesside Parmo on the same menu as stone-baked pizzas, pastas and risottos, so one table can mix a local dish with Italian cooking. A burger section adds a halloumi burger and the house "Sambuca" cheeseburger, served with chips. Meals come with a choice of salad or chips, and the chips are home made. Vegetarian options cover plenty of choice, and the kitchen will change or tweak a dish on request. On Easter Sunday, a roast carvery runs with roast beef, pulled pork, vegetables, a yorkshire pudding, a stuffing ball and a copper pot of gravy. Large groups and parties are catered for, with food coming out together, and groups of 8 and 17 have been seated. Reservations are taken.
Good to know
“Sambuca Middlesbrough is your go-to destination for authentic Italian flavor that packs a punch! Nestled in the heart of Middlesbrough, this vibrant hotspot is part of the renowned Sambuca family, famous for delivering mouthwatering stone-baked pizzas, creamy pastas, rich risottos, and the legendary Teesside Parmo that everyone raves about. Whether it’s a fun family feast, a cozy date night, or a catch-up with friends, Sambuca serves up generous portions, unbeatable value, and unforgettable taste — all in a stylish, buzzing atmosphere that makes every meal feel like a celebration. Get ready to experience Italy like never before!”
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
Menu & Prices
148 dishes · mains £2–33- Rib Eye Steak£32.95
- Beef Stroganoff£32.95
- Salmon Steak£24.95
- Pan-Fried Seabass£24.95
- Vegetarian Options Available£21.95
- Any Parmo Dish£22.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention burgers, sunday carvery roast beef, halloumi burger and garlic bread starter.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention burgers, sunday carvery roast beef, halloumi burger and garlic bread starter.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, attentive staff, with one server repeatedly credited for making birthday meals, a family tea and a work night feel special through banter and keeping drinks topped up. The food comes next, led by generous portions that diners call good value. Named dishes include the halloumi burger with chips, the house cheeseburger with home made chips, garlic bread, and an Easter Sunday carvery of thick sliced roast beef, pulled pork, crispy yorkshire pudding, a stuffing ball and a copper pot of gravy. One reviewer praises the vegetarian choice, and others describe the dishes as delicious, fresh and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere is called lovely and ambient, though one visitor found it a little noisy when busy. The only complaint is small: a regular wishes both salad and chips came with a main, though a side can be ordered. Regulars note that staff remember a child's tweaks to a meal, and a party of 17 had their food arrive promptly and all together.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, attentive staff, with one server repeatedly credited for making birthday meals, a family tea and a work night feel special through banter and keeping drinks topped up. The food comes next, led by generous portions that diners call good value. Named dishes include the halloumi burger with chips, the house cheeseburger with home made chips, garlic bread, and an Easter Sunday carvery of thick sliced roast beef, pulled pork, crispy yorkshire pudding, a stuffing ball and a copper pot of gravy. One reviewer praises the vegetarian choice, and others describe the dishes as delicious, fresh and cooked to perfection. The atmosphere is called lovely and ambient, though one visitor found it a little noisy when busy. The only complaint is small: a regular wishes both salad and chips came with a main, though a side can be ordered. Regulars note that staff remember a child's tweaks to a meal, and a party of 17 had their food arrive promptly and all together.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“Came for tea earlier today, was the first time visiting with our 4 girls and all I can say is the welcoming and service from Joseph was amazing from start to finish he’s polite, friendly, attentive, and welcoming, and the atmosphere was warm and relaxing. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. Everything was well organised, and the service was excellent. Definitely a great place for a meal, and I’d happily come back again. Highly recommended! 🍽️✨”
- Google user
“Absolutely amazing food it was delicious and we will definitely be returning. Great atmosphere And very very good service too. The staff could not do enough to help and make our reservations memorable . Big shout out to Joseph and Vicky great staff who are a credit to your sambuca team. See you again soon.”
- Google user
“We are regulars at Sambuca and every meal has been delicious. The staff are friendly and always go out of their way to be helpful. They remember my child's tweaks to the meal and are very accommodating when you ask to change something on the dish you order. My only issue is choosing salad or chips, I wish both were included but not major as you can order a side dish. Very impressed and would recommend.”
- Google user
“We came here for a friends birthday meal last night. The food was delicious and very generous portions, very good value for money and quick service! The staff couldnt have been more attentive and willing to help. Will definitely be returning and recommending to friends and family. Thanks for a lovely night!”
- Google user
“If you’re looking for a spot that gets everything right, Sambuca is it — and a huge part of that is Joseph. From the moment we sat down, he made us feel completely at home: warm, funny, and genuinely enthusiastic about taking care of us. The kind of server who turns a good meal into a great night. The service was flawless. Joseph knew the menu inside and out, timed everything perfectly, and kept the whole table laughing between courses. He struck that rare balance of being attentive without ever hovering, and you could tell he actually loves what he does. Between the fun atmosphere and service this good, we’ll definitely be back. Do yourself a favor and ask for Joseph — you won’t regret it. Five stars all the way.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Accessibility· 1
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Location
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- Armando's4.67087.8 mi away
chicken parmo, pizza, steak
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sambuca Middlesbrough | 4.5189 | — | burgers, sunday carvery roast beef, halloumi burger |
| Armando's | 4.6708 | 7.8 mi away | chicken parmo, pizza, steak |
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