Riverside Stockton-on-Tees is just the setting for a classy Italian restaurant and Luna Rossa Italian Ristorante and Pizzeria doesn't disappoint. Situated in Castlegate Quay in an old mill building with river views, this is where good food, wine, friendly service and elegant surroundings come together to create a mellow mood.

The precise menu doesn't overwhelm with too many dishes and orders can be placed quickly leaving enough time for an enjoyable meal. Start with antipasti, pate della casa, home made pate, cozze all'aglio, mussels in garlic sauce, or calamari fritti, fried squid rings with a garlic dip. Then move on to a pasta and sauce of your choice, either penne, spaghetti or tagliatelle with pesto sauce, basil and cream, alfredo sauce, chicken, mushroom, cream and white wine, al tonno sauce, garlic, tomato, tuna and black olives, or al salmone sauce, salmon, cream and vodka. A range of pizzas, chicken dishes and steaks complete the menu. Fish of the day is also served. A children's menu reassures that the Luna Rossa cares about its little patrons too.