# La Spada Ristorante, Durham — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.6/5 from 953 Google reviews. Warm 18th-century inn with Italian food, a storied cocktail bar, a beer garden and basic rooms. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/pity-me/restaurants/la-spada-ristorante (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Italian Restaurant # La Spada Ristorante 62 Front Street, Pity Me [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2590439103662503526&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [La Spada Ristorante](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/110741492560770512543) **In short:** La Spada Ristorante is an Italian restaurant in Pity Me, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 953 Google reviews, with a 4/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Warm 18th-century inn with Italian food, a storied cocktail bar, a beer garden and basic rooms. Summary via Google ## About La Spada Ristorante La Spada Ristorante occupies a Georgian inn on Front Street in Durham's Pity Me area. The restaurant serves Italian food including fresh pasta and seafood dishes, alongside desserts such as homemade cheesecake and profiteroles. A cocktail bar and beer garden are also available on the premises. The restaurant takes bookings and welcomes children and groups. Food hygiene rating: 4 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [La Spada Ristorante's own website](http://laspadadurham.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 8:00 PM ## What's nearby - J G Paxton & Sons Ltd. 250m away - Potterhouse Lane Household Waste Recycling Centre 250m away - Vertu Vauxhall Durham 300m away - Vertu Honda Durham 350m away - Northumbrian Water Limited 400m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this restaurant's authentic and delicious Italian food, with many highlighting the fresh pasta, seafood dishes, and desserts like homemade cheesecake and profiteroles. They also mention the excellent value for money, with affordable food and drinks, and generous portion sizes. Guests consistently praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the friendly, attentive, and helpful staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (953 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 4 out of 5 – Good **Destination** Pity Me Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/942062). [More restaurants in Pity Me](https://staycation.co.uk/pity-me/restaurants) ★ 4.6 (953 reviews) [Visit official website](http://laspadadurham.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [0191 386 4742](tel:01913864742) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Pity Me **Plus Code** 9C6WRC36+XJ ### 🏨 Places to stay near Pity Me Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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