The Cottage Italian Bistrò & Bar Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to The Cottage Italian Bistrò & Bar, a cozy gem located in the heart of Leighton Buzzard. This charming bistro invites you to embark on a culinary journey through Italy and the Mediterranean, featuring a menu that harmonizes authentic flavors with beautifully presented dishes.
The ambiance blends old-world architecture with modern decor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for any occasion. From mouthwatering garlic mushrooms with pancetta to rich veal, each dish is crafted with precision, echoing the chefs' passion for Italian cuisine.
Don’t miss the delightful cocktails like The Cottage Refreshing, perfect for toasting special moments. Regular visitors rave about the spectacular food and welcoming service. With an array of delectable options and a commitment to quality, The Cottage Italian Bistrò & Bar is a must-visit destination for food lovers seeking an unforgettable dining experience.
WINES
Sangiovese Terrecevico
Merlot Alta Terra
Malbec Finca
Montepulciano Casato Del F
Chianti Roccialta
Nero Trajone
Valpolicella Ripasso
Lu'li Appasito
Primitivo
Barolo
Pinot Grigio Alta Terra
Chardonnay Vignamadre
Gavi Di Gavi
Sauvigon
Trebbiano Casato Del F
Pinot Grigio Blush Alta Terra
Rosato Mezzadro
Sauvignon New Zealand
Pitars Extra Dry
Pitars Rose
Prosecco
Espresso Martini
Vodka, sugar, espresso shot, Kahlua
Cosmopolitan
Vodka, cranberry juice, lime, Triple Sec
The Cottage Refreshing
Smirnoff, Disaronno and lemonade with fresh orange and lemon slices
Passion Fruit Martini
Vodka, Passoa, lime juice, passion puree
Kir Royale
Creme de Cassis, extra dry Prosecco
Negroni
Gin, Campari, Martini Rosso
Aperol Spritz
Prosecco, soda, Aperol
Hazelnut Spritz
Frangelico, prosecco, splash of soda
COCKTAILS
NIBBLES
Garlic Bread
Fried Halloumi
Marinated Mixed Olives
Served with a side of hot chilli sauce
Arancini Porcini
Fried coated rice balls stuffed with porcini mushrooms served with truffle mayo
Antipasti Per Due (Serves 2)
Fried courgette flower stuffed with mozzarella & ham, arancini balls, parma ham, pecorino cheese, knife cut salame, olives & bread
Giant Gamberoni (GF)
Headless giant prawns in bisque creamy sauce, served with bread
Caesar Salad (GFA)
Soft-boiled free-range egg, crispy pancetta, gem lettuce, parmigiano reggiano, croutons, caesar dressing
Calamari & Zucchini
Squid lightly coated in fine breadcrumbs & zucchini fritti served with garlic mayo
Potato Gateau (V)
Potato cake with bacon and cheese & topped with parmesan fondue. Add Grilled Chicken for 6, Halloumi 4
Chicken Liver Pate
Served on a brioche bun
Full Bruschetta (GF)
Focaccia bread topped with Italian sausages meat, wild broccoli and caramelised red onion topped with crunchy pistachio
Provola in carrozza (V)
Coated smoked mozzarella fried served with tomato sauce
Bruschetta (GFA) (V)
Bread toasted, olive oil, tomato & garlic. Add stracciatella cheese 2
STARTERS
BEER & CIDER
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Bottle 330ml
Gluten free
Birra Moretti
Bottle/ Half Pint 330ml
Peroni 0%
330ml
Kopparberg Cider with Mixed Fruit
500ml
Jack Daniels
25ml
Captain Morgan Spiced Gold Rum
25ml
Johnnie Walker Black Label
25ml
Smirnoff Vodka
25ml
Courvoisier
25ml
Limoncello
25ml
Remy Martin
25ml
Tequila
25ml
Gordons
25ml
Sambuca
25ml
Bombay Sapphire
25ml
Meloncello
25ml
Hendricks
25ml
Frangelico
25ml
Malibu
25ml
Campari
50ml
Grappa
25ml
Baileys
50ml
Disaronno
25ml
Martini Bianco
50ml
Bacardi
25ml
Martini Rosso
50ml
Pimms
50ml
SPIRITS & LIQEURS
SOFT DRINKS
Still/Sparkling Water
0.5cl
San Pellegrino Limonata / Aranciata
0.75cl
Coke/Diet Coke
Lemonade
Juice
Orange/Apple/ Cranberry Juice
Slimline/Tonic Water/ Soda Water
Chips Truffle and Parmesan
Garlic Broccoli
Roasted Potato
Mix salad
Mediterranean Roast Vegetables
Cherry Tomato salad
Hand-Cut Chips
SIDES
PASTA
Tortelloni Ricotta & Spinach (v)
Filled with ricotta cheese & spinach rich tomato sauce & parmesan fondue
Ravioli Gamberoni (GFA)
Stuffed with prawns, cherry tomato & garlic sauce topped with whole prawns
Gnocchi Porcini
Potato dumplings Porcini mushrooms pancetta in cream sauce
Paccheri alla Salsiccia
tender broccoli florets and sausage meat topped with parmigiano cheese
Pesto & Stracciatella (V)
Rigatoni green pesto topped with stracciatella cheese & pistachio crumble
Genovese (GFA)
Neapolitan luscious sauce made with slow cooked caramelised onion, beef and Parmesan
Lasagna Classica
Layers of egg pasta, oven baked with minced beef ragu & bechamel topped with mozzarella cheese
Spaghetti Pescatora (GFA)
Mix Seafood, chilli, white wine & cherry tomato sauce
Calves Liver Alla Veneziana
Sage, onions butter sauce, bacon & mash potato
Fillet Steak Medallion (GF)
Fillet beef grilled served with gravy sauce dauphinoise potatoes. Add each Prawn 4
Sea Bass Al Limone (GF)
Fillet mediterranean vegetable, lemon sauce
The Cod-edge (GF)
Pan fried cod,on a bed of creamy peas sauce, prawns chunks, topped with crispy onion
Chicken Funghi (GFA)
Mushrooms creamy sauce with roast potatoes & garlic broccoli
Salmon Fish Finger (GF)
Fillet coated in breadcrumbs mix with olives and sundried tomato served with tartare sauce roasted potato & garlic green beans
Chicken Milanese
Coated chicken, side tomato marinara sauce, roasted potatoes & broccoli or tomato spaghetti
Lamb Cutlet (GFA)
Porchetta
Rolled & Netted Pork Belly, In pistachio crust, roasted mediterranean vegetable & truffle mash potatoes mix vegetable dauphinoise potatoes, gravy