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Banchina Italian is a new casual Italian dining restaurant opening in early 2026 at Gloucester Quays, bringing the warmth, flavour and spirit of Italy to the city in a relaxed, quality-focused setting.
Inspired by years of travel across Italy, from the Amalfi Coast and Naples to Lake Como and the Dolomites, Banchina Italian is built on a simple philosophy that great food, warm hospitality and beautiful surroundings should feel effortless. Many of these journeys hold personal significance for the team behind the restaurant, including honeymoons and long-standing connections to Italian food culture, which have shaped the concept from its inception.
The menu will focus on fresh, premium ingredients and well-executed Italian classics, designed to feel approachable yet refined. An open kitchen and Neapolitan pizza oven sit at the heart of the restaurant, allowing guests to experience the energy, craftsmanship and pace of a true Italian kitchen.
Banchina Italian will accommodate approximately 130 covers, creating a lively yet comfortable atmosphere throughout the day and evening. The interior draws inspiration from the warm tones of the Amalfi Coast, combining natural textures, soft lighting and a modern Mediterranean aesthetic to create an inviting and relaxed space.
The opening marks the team’s second restaurant venture, following the success of Sef Steakhouse in Cheltenham, a well-established dining destination known for its quality-led menus, consistency and strong local following. With Banchina Italian, the team brings the same attention to detail and guest experience into a more casual Italian format.
Banchina Italian is designed as a place to enjoy simple but exceptional dishes, genuine hospitality and the joy of Italian dining, whether for a quick lunch, a relaxed evening meal or time spent around the table with friends and family.
