
Opening on 6 Nov
at 5.00pm
Bringing Italy to You

At Raffaello Gosforth, we pride ourselves on delivering freshly made, authentic Italian dishes to enjoy in our cosy restaurant. We tailor our flavoursome food for takeaway, so customers can enjoy the same quality meals when you're on the move.
Location

Our restaurant is located in a prime position just opposite Central Park - NE3 1HA on Gosforth High Street right on the pedestrian crossing lights.
We offer a convenient and cozy atmosphere for you to enjoy traditional Italian cuisine. Indulge in the rich flavours of Italy at Raffaello Gosforth. Whether you're craving classic pasta dishes or decadent desserts, our menu has something for everyone.
There's parking facilities for our valued customers at nearby Salters Road Car Park, ensuring a stress-free dining experience. Come savour the taste of Italy with us today!
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​​Our usual opening hours are:
Mon - Thurs: 12 noon - 21.30 (Last order)
Fri - Sat: 12 noon - 22.00 (Last order)
Sunday: 12 noon - 20.00 (Last order)
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0191 429 0839 to book your table
or food to collect


Main Menu
Served in our cosy restaurant or available for pick-up between 12 noon and last orders at 9.00pm
COLD STARTERS
Bread with olives
Delicious homemade bread from our own kitchen with a selection of olives
£4.95
Bruschetta
Toasted bread, garlic, tomatoes, basil, olive oil and parmesan shavings
£6.50
Capresse
Salad of fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil and olive oil
£7.95
Burrata
Creamy Burrata served with Parma ham, cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and green olive oil
£8.95
Beef Carpaccio
Delicately thin sliced raw beef complimented by sauteed mushrooms, Charlotte potatoes and creamy horseradish sauce
£8.95
HOT STARTERS
Pizza all'aglio
Pizza-based garlic bread
£4.50
Bucce di Patata
Potato skins with a dip of your choice
£4.95
Soup of the Day
Made fresh and served with Italian bread
£4.95
Pizza all'aglio e formaggio
Garlic bread with melted cheese on top
£5.95
Funghi all'aglio
Creamy mushrooms on toasted bread
£6.95
Calamari
Fresh deep-fried calamari with tartare sauce
£8.95
Cozze Provinciale
Mussels with tomato, chilli, garlic and white wine
£10.95
Scallops
Pan-seared scallops served with chickpea puree and crispy pancetta
£11.95
Garlic Prawns
Garlic prawns with white wine, chilli and parsley butter
£11.95
Gamberoni tempura
Pan-fried king prawns in tempura batter
£12.50
Grilled aubergine and goat's cheese
Aubergine and goat's cheese, baby watercress, aubergine sauce and pesto
£12.95
MEAT
Chicken Caesar Salad
Chicken in crumb served with lettuce, tomato, parmesan, pancetta anchovies and Caesar sauce
£11.95
Chicken alla Crema
Chicken, onion, mushroom, white wine and cream
£15.95
Chicken Cacciatora
Chicken breast, roast peppers, onions, chilli, garlic, tomatoes
£16.95
Chicken Milanese
Pan-seared breast of chicken seasoned with bread crumbs and eggs served with rocket, parmesan and truffle oil
£17.95
Chicken Gamberetti
Chicken, king prawn garnish, butter, white wine, garlic
£18.95
Chicken sizzler
Chicken strips, mixed peppers, onions, chilli, garlic, white wine
£18.95
Baby chicken
Baby chicken marinated with salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, lemon, olive oil, and parsley served with mashed potatoes, and white wine and butter sauce
£23.00
Grigliata mista di carne
Platter of mixed grilled meats - beef, steak lamb chop, chicken and pork served with grilled pitta bread, tzatziki and green salad
£29.95
Bistecca alla Grigia
Grilled fillet steak with roast tomatoes and mushrooms
£29.95
Ribeye steak
Grilled Aberdeen Angus Ribeye served with chips and a choice of sauce
£30.95
Filetto scogliera
Fillet steak with king prawns and garlic sauce
£34.95
Fillet Raffaello
Grilled Aberdeen Angus fillet steak, rich whisky sauce and crispy Parma ham
£35.95
Choose a sauce
Peppercorn, Arrabbiata, Diane, Garlic, Dolcelatte, Pizzaiola
£3
Lamb Shank
Slow-cooked lamb shank served with mashed potatoes and sauce
£19.95
Greek-style mini mezze
A selection of seasonal Greek starters
£12.95
Stifado
Chunks of beef, baby onions, red wine, rice or chips
£15.95
Chicken Souvlaki
Chicken skewers, tzatziki dip, pitta bread, rice and fries
£22.95
PASTA & RISOTTO
Gluten free pasta available-1.50 extra
Arrabbiata
Spicy tomato sauce, garlic and fresh chilli
£9.95
Amatriciana
Pancetta, onions, chilli, garlic, tomato sauce
£10.95
Verdure
Fresh vegetables in a light tomato sauce
£11.95
Bolognese
Slowly cooked lean minced beef, tomato ragu and garlic sauce
£12.95
Carbonara
Bacon, cream, parmesan cheese, black pepper
£14.50
Lasangna al forno
Baked pasta sheets with rich beef mince, tomato and bechamel sauce
£14.95
Romana
Chicken, onions, mushrooms and tomatoes in a garlic/white wine sauce
£14.95
Pollo
Chicken with creamy pesto sauce
£14.95
Fettuccine prawns
Fettuccini, prawns, cherry tomatoes, garlic, pink sauce and fresh basil
£15.00
Seafood Linguine
Prawns, clams, mussels and calamari in a light tomato and garlic sauce finished with fresh parsley
£16.95
Fettuccine di mare
Fettuccine di mare with prawns, clams, mussels, calamari, garlic, cherry tomatoes, tomato sauce and parsley
£17.00
Spaghetti lobster
Spaghetti lobster with cherry tomatoes, garlic, tomato sauce and parsley
£29.50
Gnocchi with Beef Ragu
Soft potato gnocchi with slow-cooked beef steak ragu
£15.50
Risotto Contadina
Fresh mixed vegetables of the season
£13.95
Risotto Seafood
Prawns, clams, mussels and calamari in a light tomato and garlic sauce
£18.95
PIZZA
Gluten free pizza bases available + 1.50 extra
Margherita
tomato, mozzarella and oregano
£10.50
Prosciutto e funghi
Ham and mushroom
£10.95
Atomica
pepperoni sausage and chilli
£12.95
Bolognese
beef mince, garlic, mozzarella and oregano
£12.95
Quattro Stagioni
ham, mushroom, onions, peppers
£12.95
Capricciosa
Ham, mushrooms, olives, artichokes
£14.95
Pollo
chicken and garlic
£14.95
Calzone
folded ham, mushroom, onions, mozzarella and basil
£14.95
Bufala
original Margherita with Buffalo mozzarella and basil
£14.95
Raffaello
Parma ham, tomatoes, rocket, parmesan shavings
£14.95
Ortolana
fresh mixed vegetables
£15.95
Carne
meat feast
£16.95
Pescatore
mixed seafood and King prawns
£17.95
FISH
Salmon
Fillet of salmon served with celeriac puree and broccoli
£14.95
Sea Bass
Grilled butterfly of sea bass served with steamed vegetables
£17.50
Tuna crostata
Sesame-seared tuna served with roasted peppers, grilled cherry tomatoes and balsamic glaze
£18.95
Salmone Dragoncello
Salmon fillet with dill and orange sauce and baby prawns
£18.95
SIDE DISHES
Fresh seasonal vegetables
£5.00
Mixed Salad
£5.00
Hand-cut chips
£5.00
Tomato and onion salad
£5.00
Green salad
£5.00
Sauteed potatoes
£5.00

Afters
End your meal with a portion of pure indulgence. Heavenly, creamy, scrumptious, delightful...........
Affogato
Hot espresso poured over vanilla ice cream and a shot of Amaretto
£5.95
Ice Cream
Three scoops; choose from Vanilla, Strawberry and chocolate. Even add a sauce if you like!
£6.50
Panna cotta
White chocolate and vanilla panna cotta topped with homemade mixed berry compote
£6.95
Tiramisu
Rich Italian dessert - layers of lady fingers soaked in liqueur coffee and fresh cream
£7.50
Cheesecake of the day
Home made cheesecake of the day served with whipped cream and fresh fruit
£7.50
Chocolate Fudge Cake
Warm chocolate fudge cake served with chocolate sauce and vanilla ice cream
£7.50
Mango and Passionfruit
Ice cream cheesecake with sweet mango and passionfruit sauce and mango pieces
£7.95
Chocolate Mouse
Decadent, creamy and full of chocolate flavour
£8.50
Chocolate souffle
Light as a feather, baked dessert - pure indulgence
£9.50
Creme Brulee
Rich creamy vanilla custard and crunchy caramalised topping - and ultimate dessert
£9.50
Apple Tart
Heavenlt apple - simplicity at its best served with cream or ice cream
£10.50
Cheese Board
Serving plate of complimentary flavours and textures to round off your meal. Ask your server for today's details
£12.50

Coffees, teas and Liqueurs
If you have a tiny space left, we have something that might fill it nicely!
Espresso
Concentrated coffee with complex flavour
£2.10
Double espresso
Two shots making it much more intense than a single
£3.00
Americano
One part espresso three parts water. Milk (hot or cold) can be added
£2.25
Cappucino
Equal parts espresso, steamed milk and milk foam
£3.10
Latte
Espresso, steamed milk and a thin layer of frothed milk
£3.10
Liqueur coffee
Shot of liqueur mixed into your choice of coffee
£6.59
Tea
Some say it's the best drink of the day! A seriously refreshing brew
£2.75
Amaretto
Sweet almond-flavoured liqueur
£4.95
Limoncello
Sweet, vibrant Italian lemon liqueur
£4.95
Montenegro
Italian herbal liqueur made from a secret recipe 40 botanicals
£4.95
Sambuca
Sweet anise-flavoured Italian liqueur
£4.95
Tia Maria
Coffee liqueur made with Jamaican rum
£4.95
Vecchia Romagna
Famous Italian grape brandy; smooth, dry and aged with a warm flavour. One of Italy's best-selling drinks
£4.95
