Tucked into a series of alcoves under the bustling Leadenhall Market, Leadenhall Italian Restaurant is a discreet yet inviting spot for an urbane, intimate meal. Spotlights and white walls brighten the basement setting, with a menu that offers a deft blend of traditional and modern Italian cooking. The city location and well-spaced tables attract a daytime business crowd, while the atmosphere turns more romantic as the evening draws in.

The menu offers modern and traditional Italian dishes catering to a variety of tastes and specials change regularly. Typically expect starters of fresh Cornish crab meat served with apple and rocket leaves or scallops pan fried with bacon, served on a bed of spinach. For the main course, you could try the grilled wild sea bass fillets served with roast cherry tomatoes while there are plenty of tasty pasta options also. Finish with tiramisu or pannacotta or maybe a selection of cheese. As expected, the wine list is Italian with some good champagnes and a smattering of New World choices as well.