Italian Kitchen Sunderland SR5 2SQ

45842 ( 1684 reviews )
Checking... 12:00 AM - 10:00 PM See Hours
£20–30
Thompson Rd, Sunderland SR5 2SQ, United Kingdom
+44 191 548 6004

Located on Thompson Rd in Sunderland, the Italian Kitchen has earned a reputation as a beloved dining destination with its exceptional Italian cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. Patrons rave about the beautifully presented dishes that deliver on flavor, making it a notable contender for both casual meals and special occasions.

Customers like Adam Lombardi-Barron appreciate the extensive menu, which features classic Italian offerings and a standout Sunday carvery that has been described as top tier. The "Family Hour" special is a highlight, allowing families to enjoy great value meals in a cozy setting.

Liss highlights the efficient service and incredible three-course special, praising the divine goat cheese starter, flavorful lamb main, and a beautiful lemon dessert. The attention to detail in both service and culinary execution has won many hearts.

Vegetarians and gluten-free diners are equally catered to, as noted by Saif Rahman, who found the options delightful and comparable in taste to regular dishes. Additionally, the introduction of a burger menu, featuring inventive choices like a crispy duck burger, has generated excitement among regulars like James D.

With generous portions, friendly staff, and great value, the Italian Kitchen Sunderland SR5 2SQ is a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic Italian flavors in a vibrant atmosphere.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great tea selection
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves late-night food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves brunch
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Brunch reservations recommended
    • Lunch reservations recommended
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot

Reviews For Italian Kitchen Sunderland SR5 2SQ

Adam Lombardi-Barron
Jun 24,2025
The Italian Kitchen has been a mainstay in Sunderland for many years now and for good reason. Food includes everything you would expect from an Italian, always served beautifully and tastes great. The Sunday carvery is also outstanding making this an unexpectedly top tier Sunday lunch spot. "Family hour" in particular offers great value. Highly recommend.
Liss
Jun 20,2025
We booked a table last minute. We arrived early and were seated early. Service was very quick. Staff very friendly & attentive. We went for the 3 Course Special which was very reasonably priced and we weren’t disappointed. The food was full of flavour and there was lots of it. Goat Cheese Starter was just divine, the Lamb main was full of a different flavours (highly recommend) and the Lemon Dessert was beautiful. Very impressed, will definitely be back.
Saif Rahman
Jun 6,2025
Lovely Italian pub style food. They have a range of vegetarian and gluten free options available which taste just as good as the regular menu items. Pleasantly surprised and if you like Nana Francas food then you will be happy here as I believe it’s the same group. Highly recommend and would go again!
james D
May 2,2025
Tried the new burger menu today! Got the duck burger with salt and pepper tator tots, all very nice. Decent 1/4 pounder burgers with crispy duck. Tator Tots were perfectly crispy with fresh chilli and seasonings, would definitely visit again.
Jacqueline Harkess
Apr 27,2025
This is a fabulous restaurant!!! Excellent food n extremely well priced too. The portions are very generous n they are delicious! The service is brilliant n very efficient. It was really busy n reservations are highly recommended. I would definitely eat here again!
Tom P
Apr 24,2025
Always good food served here. Great atmosphere, staff can't do enough to help you. I would highly recommend.
Allton C
Mar 16,2025
The place seems to constantly be busy, even on weekdays which says a lot about how worthwhile it is! We've been a few times and the food is always outstanding along with wonderful service. The starters are generous, the chips are fluffy and tasty and the arrabiata is out of this world.
Scott Burrows
Mar 14,2025
A word of mouth recommendation. Was absolutely fantastic. Food looked and smelt amazing. Went for the black pudding and mash with peppercorn sauce for starter and pizza main course. Great value of 13.95 for 2 course set menu. Arriving midday on a monday, I thought it would be dead quiet, but we weren't the first to arrive and the restaurant continued to get busier as lunch went on. Service was efficient and polite. Over all I'd highly recommend this restaurant!

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