Emsworth · Family Run · Since 1993

Authentic Italian, at the heart of Emsworth for three decades

Bringing authentic Italian food to your table: hand made pasta, pizza, fresh fish and slow cooked meat, served in a friendly, lively and buzzing trattoria on North Street.

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★★★★★ 4.7 on Google from 1,099 reviews

Our Story

Celebrating over 33 years of Italian hospitality

Nicolino's has been an authentic Italian restaurant in Emsworth since 1993. Step inside and you will find a friendly, lively and buzzing atmosphere, with waiting staff whose top priority is that you leave happy, and well fed.

This rustic restaurant serves the traditional favourites everyone loves, lasagne, pizza, carbonara, alongside unique dishes prepared with fresh, locally sourced seasonal ingredients: several types of fish and meat, hand rolled pasta, and cold and hot antipasti.

Families are very welcome. High chairs are ready and waiting, and pizzas, pastas and gelato give little ones plenty to choose from.

The green fronted exterior of Nicolino's Italian Restaurant on North Street, Emsworth — 34 North Street, a short stroll from Emsworth harbour.

A La Carte

A huge variety of dishes and tastes

From cold and hot antipasti through pizza, pasta, risotti, meat and fish, with vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available. A selection from the current menu is below.

Antipasti

Starters

Antipasto platter

Parma ham, Milano salami and mortadella di Bologna with olives, pecorino and bruschetta

16.95

Polpette

Spicy lamb meatballs filled with pecorino, in a pizzaiola sauce

12.95

Porchetta

Slow roasted pork belly with herbs, spices and chorizo, honey and balsamic dressing

9.95

Moules marinière

Mussels in white wine, garlic and shallots with a touch of cream

13.95

Gamberi

King and tiger prawns in garlic, chilli, lemon and coriander

14.50

Arancini of the day

Please ask for today's filling

9.95

Pizza & Pasta

Gluten free and vegan options on request

Margherita

Mozzarella, tomato and basil

12.95

Diavola

Mozzarella, tomato, chilli, salami, sliced chicken and rocket

15.95

Campagnola

Mozzarella, tomato, dolcelatte, Parma ham and rocket

16.95

Lasagna della casa

Bolognese ragù and béchamel, baked with mozzarella and cheddar

14.95

Strozzapreti lupara

Chilli, pancetta, mushrooms, sausage and olives in tomato and cream

16.95

Linguine scoglio

Mussels, tiger prawns, squid, chilli, tomato and olive oil

18.95

Secondi & Pesce

Meat and fish mains

Pollo modo mio

Chicken breast with taleggio and chestnut mushroom, wrapped in smoked Parma ham, marsala sauce

19.95

Tagliata di manzo

Sirloin steak salad with rocket, parmesan shavings and balsamic dressing

26.95

Spezzatino

Beef fillet chunks with pancetta, chilli, chestnut mushrooms, garlic and red wine

29.95

Nicolino's seabass special

Pan seared seabass in white wine with olives, capers and napoletana sauce

23.95

Gamberoni marinara

King prawns in chilli, garlic, white wine and coriander with pilaf rice

24.95

Tiramisu

The traditional coffee flavoured Italian dessert, from our dolci menu

8.95

Lunch, Tuesday to Saturday

A shorter, lighter menu from midday: pasta and pizza from 10.95, mains with sauté potatoes from 13.95, and steak or fish finger ciabatta with triple cooked chips.

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Some of our dishes may contain nuts; please tell us about any allergies or dietary requirements when ordering. A discretionary 10% service charge is added to your bill. To hear today's specials, or to book, call 01243 379809.

Pan seared seabass with mussels and king prawns

Breaded chicken milanese with linguine in tomato sauce

Mushroom risotto finished with parsley and parmesan

Fillet steak with roasted mushrooms and tomatoes

Arancini of the day, cut open to show the melting cheese centre

Pecan tart with vanilla ice cream and berries

The green banquette seating and bar inside Nicolino's

Antipasto boards with cured meats, cheeses and rocket

Wine & Bar

From the vineyard to your glass

Nicolino's carries a complete variety of Italian wines from all regions, from a soft house Montepulciano by the glass to Chianti Classico, Nero d'Avola and our finest bottle, a bright and intense Amarone.

From the bar: proper Italian cocktails, an espresso martini, a limoncello spritz, a well made negroni, alongside Peroni and Moretti, mocktails for the drivers, and espresso pulled the way it should be.

Save room for dolci: tiramisu, Sicilian cannoli and cassata, profiteroles and gelato.

Celebrations

Let us help you celebrate, Italian style

For birthdays, anniversaries and get togethers of every kind, Nicolino's has two function rooms: one upstairs for up to 30 guests, and one on the ground floor for parties of up to 14.

Larger dates go quickly, so please book well in advance. Parties of ten or more pay a deposit of 10 pounds per head at the time of booking.

Call 01243 379809 to reserve

A function table at Nicolino's dressed for a celebration — The restaurant dressed for a party.

Word of Mouth

1,099 reviews and counting

★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 · Google reviews

“We had a lovely evening in Nicolino's. The highlight was the incredible food. Everything was delicious and generous portions. I'd highly recommend the meatballs and the pecan pie.”

Lianne · Google review

“We could easily give more than 5 stars. There was 9 of us but we experienced fantastic service and the most AMAZING food. The meat was so tender it melted in your mouth.”

Google review · Local Guide

“Excellent atmosphere! I had the Sicilian pizza paired with a house rose wine. Afterwards we shared the profiterole dessert which was a big portion!”

Roxana · Google review

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Find Us

On North Street, by the harbour town's heart

Nicolino's Italian Restaurant
34 North Street, Emsworth
Hampshire PO10 7DG

Bookings and enquiries

01243 379809

Reservations are required. You can also email ciao@nicolinoss.co.uk.

Opening hours

Tuesday to Saturday, lunch	12 noon to 2pm
Tuesday to Saturday, dinner	5pm to 9.30pm
Sunday and Monday	Closed

Getting here

We are about a quarter of a mile from Emsworth train station. On street parking is limited, but North Street Car Park, opposite Tesco Express, is close by and free after 6pm.