Sambuca
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About Sambuca
On Leeds Rd in Shipley, Sambuca is an Italian restaurant with pizzas cooked in a pizza stone oven alongside a menu of 58 dishes. Starters include Gamberoni Picanti, Coctail Di Gamberetti, and Bruschetta, with focaccia served both al formaggio and al aglio e pomodoro. Funghi al aglio also appears on the menu. A two-course deal runs Sunday to Thursday, with an early bird offer during that window. The restaurant opens every day except Tuesdays, and reservations are required. The room fills up quickly, including on weeknights, so tables turn over fast once service begins.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs available · Has kids' menu
Menu & Prices
58 dishes- Gamberoni Picanti
- Coctail Di Gamberetti
- Focaccia Al Formaggio
- Focaccia Al Aglio & Pomodoro
- Funghi Al Alglio
- Bruschetta
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention margherita pizza, prawn cocktail, parmigiana di melanzane and two course deal.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention margherita pizza, prawn cocktail, parmigiana di melanzane and two course deal.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently praise the prawn cocktail and Margherita pizza cooked in a proper pizza stone oven, with one reviewer calling the parmigiana di melanzane the best they've had, including in Italy. Chocolate fudge cake draws repeated approval for dessert too. Close behind the food, reviewers highlight value, citing set deals like a two course Sunday to Thursday offer, meals around £10 to £14 for starter and main, and a Wednesday two course price of £12.95, along with an early bird offer praised on a repeat visit. Service and atmosphere come up again and again as friendly and buzzing, with the restaurant often described as packed and busy, especially Thursday nights, prompting one reviewer to advise booking well in advance. Portions are called generous and ingredients fresh. No recurring complaints appear across the reviews. Multiple reviewers mention returning on repeat visits and finding the same consistent quality each time.
Customer Review Summary
Diners consistently praise the prawn cocktail and Margherita pizza cooked in a proper pizza stone oven, with one reviewer calling the parmigiana di melanzane the best they've had, including in Italy. Chocolate fudge cake draws repeated approval for dessert too. Close behind the food, reviewers highlight value, citing set deals like a two course Sunday to Thursday offer, meals around £10 to £14 for starter and main, and a Wednesday two course price of £12.95, along with an early bird offer praised on a repeat visit. Service and atmosphere come up again and again as friendly and buzzing, with the restaurant often described as packed and busy, especially Thursday nights, prompting one reviewer to advise booking well in advance. Portions are called generous and ingredients fresh. No recurring complaints appear across the reviews. Multiple reviewers mention returning on repeat visits and finding the same consistent quality each time.
Featured reviews
- BLACK INC.
“Been here multiple times and each time they hold the same quality in there food. For my starter, I went for the prawn cocktail, which was absolutely delicious. The prawns were fresh, It was a simple classic, but it was prepared really well and made for a great start to the meal. For the main course, I chose the Margherita pizza. The pizza's are cooked in a proper pizza stone oven making taste what you expect from a good Italian pizza. It was satisfying without feeling overly heavy. For dessert I had a slice of chocolate fudge cake, and it was a fantastic way to end the meal. The cake was rich, fluffy indulgent and full of chocolate flavour. Overall, I had a fantastic three-course meal at Sambuca. Every course was delicious, the food felt freshly prepared, and the whole experience made for a really enjoyable Italian dining experience. I'd happily come back again and try some of the other dishes on the menu. A great restaurant in Shipley and well worth a visit if you're looking for Italian food. It can get very busy quick so i advice booking well in advance.”
- Jackie Hudson
“We recently visited Sambuca Italian Restaurant in Shipley, Bradford, and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious, with generous portions, fresh ingredients and authentic Italian flavours. …”
- Danny
“Absolutely great food and experience Good pricing Quick service Would recommend 👍🏻”
- Phillippa Cairns
“The best parmigiana di melanzane I've ever had, including Italy. Great, friendly service and buzzing atmosphere.”
- Bhavesh Mistry
“First time at sambuca and we as a family really enjoyed it. Prices are very decent especially it today's climate. Service was brilliant, atmosphere was brilliant. I'd like to come again!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Popular for popular for dinner
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- Good for kids
Show more amenities
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Offerings· 5
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Accessibility· 2
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Planning· 2
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Dining options· 4
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Facilities· 1
- Has toilet
- Atmosphere· 3
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Crowd· 1
- Good for groups
- Highlights· 4
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Family-friendly· 2
- High chairs available
- Has kids' menu
Location
Italian Restaurants near Sambuca
- Ricci’s Place4.61,1938.7 mi away
carbonara, smoked haddock rarebit, tempura prawns
- Piccolino3.8259.1 mi away
pasta dishes, dry chicken, red wine
| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sambuca | 4.7709 | — | margherita pizza, prawn cocktail, parmigiana di melanzane |
| Ricci’s Place | 4.61,193 | 8.7 mi away | carbonara, smoked haddock rarebit, tempura prawns |
| Piccolino | 3.825 | 9.1 mi away | pasta dishes, dry chicken, red wine |
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