Ponte Di Legno

Ponte Di Legno is a family run Italian restaurant on Woodbridge Road in Moseley, cooking classic Italian dishes fresh to order. The menu covers antipasti, bruschette, pasta, pizza, meat and fish, and the atmosphere is warm and lively, the kind of place where regulars are greeted by name. If you are searching for an Italian restaurant near me with a neighbourhood feel, Ponte Di Legno is a Moseley favourite.

Seafood is a strength of the kitchen. Zuppa di pesce is a homemade fish soup served with bread, and gamberoni Ponte di Legno brings king prawns in a chilli, garlic and tomato sauce. The seafood risotto is made with king prawns, mussels, squid and peas, finished with saffron and parmesan, and it is a generous plate for anyone who loves fish.

To start, try the smoked salmon wrapped around mozzarella and served warm with a pistachio and honey dressing, or one of the bruschette. In the colder months there is a seasonal minestrone, and the goats cheese starter is a good pick for vegetarians.

The pasta list keeps to the classics. Spaghetti alla Bolognese is rich and comforting, while tagliatelle Ponte di Legno, the house pasta, pairs chicken and mushrooms in a creamy tomato sauce. Pasta is cooked to order, so expect a short wait at busy times, which is a good excuse for another glass of wine. Pizzas run from a simple margherita to a calzone filled with mushrooms, salami and pepperoni.

From the grill, the sirloin steak is cooked to your liking, and the lamb shank is slow cooked with rosemary, garlic and a hint of chilli and served with mash. Salads, sides, a dessert menu and a drinks list round things off. Vegetarian dishes are marked, as are dishes with nuts. You can see the full Ponte Di Legno menu on their website. If you are choosing an Italian restaurant Birmingham side for a relaxed dinner, the range here suits most tastes.

The restaurant has the friendly bustle of a family business, and it suits couples, families and groups of friends. It is popular for birthdays and celebrations, and the menu is broad enough that mixed groups can always find something they like.

A good way to order is to share a starter, then choose a pasta or risotto and a main from the grill between two. If you love seafood, the risotto and the king prawns are the dishes to try, and the lamb shank is a good choice on a cold evening. Vegetarian choices run through the pasta, pizza and starter sections. If you have allergies, speak to the team when you book or order.

Weekday evenings are calmer and good for a quiet dinner, while Saturday and Sunday open earlier in the afternoon, which suits a long family lunch. The dining room fills up quickly at weekends, so a booking saves disappointment.

You will find it at 44 Woodbridge Road, B13 8EJ, just off the centre of Moseley village and close to the bus routes into town. If you want an Italian restaurant near me Birmingham south side, it is easy to reach from Kings Heath, Balsall Heath and the city centre. It is one of the Moseley restaurants that has built a loyal local following over the years.

Ponte Di Legno opens for dinner from 5pm on weekdays and from 1pm at the weekend, until late in the evening. Booking ahead is recommended, especially on Friday and Saturday. Reserve online through the website or call 0121 449 8064 during opening hours.

https://www.pontedilegno.co.uk

Birmingham