La Cantina
7-8 Peirson Rd, St Helier, Jersey JE2 3PD
Rating: 4.8 ★ (108 ratings)
Details
La Cantina offers a delightful and welcoming atmosphere for diners. Situated at 7 Peirson Road, Westpark, this Italian eatery provides a casual dining experience with a light and bright ambiance. Having recently reopened its doors after a seven-year hiatus, La Cantina has been lovingly revived by Anthony Calvani, son of the original founder, and his fiancée Catherine Camacaro, bringing a fresh yet familiar charm to the island's culinary scene.
La Cantina prides itself on its authentic Italian cuisine, with a focused menu featuring delectable homemade pasta and sourdough pizza. Popular dishes highlighted by patrons include fresh tagliatelle with slow-braised Jersey beef and pork ragu, as well as their excellent pasta and highly-regarded arancini. The restaurant also thoughtfully caters to dietary needs, offering well-considered gluten-free and vegan options, including a notable potato-based pizza and a delicious chocolate mousse with varied toppings. The staff are known for their exceptional service and dedication, ensuring a memorable dining experience with fresh ingredients and flavorful dishes.
This charming restaurant is ideally suited for a variety of occasions, from casual dinners and nights out with friends to family gatherings. While not a traditional candlelit setting, its relaxed and welcoming vibe makes it a fantastic choice for those seeking quality Italian food in a comfortable environment. Many visitors have expressed their intention to return with their whole family, underlining its appeal as a family-friendly destination where everyone can enjoy something fresh and tasty.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Sunday: Closed
Contact
+44 1534 724988 | http://lacantina.restaurant/
Comments
The homemade pasta and pizza were absolutely delicious, the fresh side salads were perfect, and even the coffee was excellent. Everything tasted fresh, authentic, and made with care.
A heartfelt welcome, delicious food, and a lovely atmosphere — exactly what you hope for when dining out. We’ll definitely be back! 🇮🇹❤️
The owner was so sweet to us went our her way to make sure the kids were super happy with their meal too.
One of the best meals I've had out in a while and we will definitely be returning soon!
The lovely owners, Katherine and Anthony, were amazing and gave an incredible experience to my first time in Jersey!
I loved the family run aspect and will be making sure to try and visit again before I leave 🤌🏼
I’d recommend a visit !
Tiramisu was one of the best and at first I was I was sceptical about chocolate mousse with olive oil+salt, but was so pleasantly surprised and worked so well together. So nice to have something different.
Would definitely recommend
If you love pasta, this place is a must. I’ll definitely be coming back!
Food was well thought out and not lacking when vegan cheese was substituted. I had the potato based pizza and it was an excellent balance of textures and flavours, with vegan cheese- so must be even better with the real cheese!
The gluten free base isn't your standard schar substitute- it's worth the extra cost and does not disappoint. Slightly crispier and thinner than the wheat base, it paired well with the salami pizza.
Dessert is a single option for vegans with two choices of toppings- a delicious chocolate mousse that balances between being indulgent but also light. The pistachio toppings give it an extra crunch and the olive oil and salt version gives it a fruity and complex flavour, both incredible in their own right and not lacking the dairy.
The passion of the couple running this place is evident in the food and the service: taking care to double check free-from orders, sharing food pairing tips and making all the customers: even the young ones feel extra special.
Facilities are well kept and the price is incredibly reasonable for the quality.
The owner has this effortless charisma, and you can really tell they love what they do. The menu has a great range, but I went for the pizza which was delicious, and very fairly priced. The setting itself is lovely too. Just the kind of place you want to linger. Honestly, I only wish I’d come sooner, but I’ll absolutely be back.