A Night Out in London: St Katharine Docks & Zizzi

A window seat at Zizzi is the ideal place for dinner with a view. Located on the harbour, the calming influence of the water complements the minimalist and sophisticated style of this Italian restaurant. And the extensive menu offers a good selection for various tastes.

The Tricolore Con Bufala is a classic option for starter but it is easily ruined if not prepared well. However, Zizzi do a delicious version of the dish. Extra virgin olive oil is drizzled over baby plum tomatoes, buffalo milk mozzarella, avocado and basil for a rich taste. A recent addition to the menu is Angelo's Mussels. The sautéed mussels with garlic, cream and fresh parsley are a must if you are in the mood for seafood.

For main course chose from pasta, pizza, calzone, risotto or a salad. The seasonal Linguine Gamberi is delectable; the pasta is tossed in a tomato based sauced with tiger prawns and fresh chilli. A meat option is steak served with crisp, sautéed potatoes. Make sure you leave room for pudding though as this is a generous portion.

A favourite for dessert is the Torta Cioccolata. This rich chocolate torte on a thick hazelnut chocolate moose is served with vanilla mascarpone and it tastes as good as it sounds. But if you are still feeling too full after your previous courses, a lighter alternative is fresh sorbet.

The friendly staff at Zizzi are pleased to offer advice on which dishes to choose. And with the new Winter menu it is a good idea to ask for more information on the latest selection.

A stroll around the docks is a delightful way to end the evening and if you have time for a drink there are some great bars to try nearby. The Tower Thistle Hotel bars have wonderful views over Tower Bridge or the Dickens Inn provides a welcoming atmosphere.

Some of London's most popular tourist attractions are located in the surrounding area including the Tower of London, the London Dungeon, the Globe and the Southwark Playhouse. So a trip to St Katharine Docks could be the perfect way to spend an evening after a day of sightseeing or a pleasant post work treat.

*Nearest tube to St Katharine Docks is Tower Bridge.
*For more information on Zizzi visit www.zizzi.co.uk