Leilas Autentico Italiano Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Leilas Autentico Italiano, a delightful eatery nestled in the heart of Middleton St George, Darlington. This charming café offers a taste of Italy right at your doorstep, featuring an outstanding menu that highlights the best of Italian cuisine.
From their signature Fungi Bologna Pizza adorned with wild mushrooms and creamy mascarpone, to the classic Margherita bursting with fresh basil and buffalo mozzarella, each dish celebrates authentic Italian flavors. Those seeking a hearty bite will revel in the Leila’s Classico Burger, crafted from prime Angus beef and served with crispy fries.
With an inviting atmosphere and impeccable service, as praised by numerous customers, Leilas has quickly become a favorite for locals and cyclists. Whether enjoying a leisurely brunch or a cozy dinner, you’ll leave with a satisfied palate and a smile. Leilas Autentico Italiano is not just a meal; it’s a memorable experience waiting to be savored.
Special Offer
Sandwich Of The Day -
With chips & coffee
Greek Yoghurt, Fresh Fruits & Granola
Cornetti The Italian Croissant
Veloce
The speedy bacon or sausage ciabatta - inc an americano
The Fiery Egg Focaccia
Two free range eggs, parmesan, fresh chilli, fresh basil
Focaccia Salciccia
Tuscan or sicilian sausage, mozzarella, rocket leaf, chilli jam - on focaccia
Ciabatta Bacon
Bacon, taleggio cheese, rocket leaf, balsamic glaze - on ciabatta
Avocado Frantumato
Avocado, san marzano tomatoes, basil, balsamic claze - on sourdough toast
Eggs On Sourdough
Two free range eggs, sourdough toast, micro herbs, glaze
Dons Breakfast
Portobello mushrooms, scamorza cheese, micro herbs, sourdough toast, glaze
The English Italian
Tuscan sausages, smoked bacon, free range eggs, portobello mushrooms, beans, san marzano tomatoes, sourdough toast
The Veggie/Vegan English Italian
Free range eggs, portobello mushrooms, avocado, beans, san marzano tomatoes, sourdough toast, italissimo roasties
Piccolo Yoghurt Pot
Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, includes a homemade cookie
Piccolo Italissimo Beans On Sourdough
Beans - on toasted sourdough
Piccolo Eggs On Sourdough
Free range eggs - on toasted sourdough
Benny’s Eggs
Two free range poached eggs, Nduja Sausage, Sourdough Toast, House Hollandaise Sauce
Breakfast
Sandwiches, Pasta & Salads
Capra Sandwich
Goats cheese, modena balsamic onions, pea shoots & balsamic glaze
Mortadella Sandwich
Freshly cut mortadella ham, buffalo mozzarella, rocket leaf, san marzano tomatoes & pistachio pesto
Salumi Sandwich
Freshly cut salami milano & salami napoli, fiore di latte, pecorino cheese, san marzano tomatoes, rocket leaf & red pesto mayo
Prosciutto Sandwich
Freshly cut prosciutto ham, fior di latte, rocket leaf, crispy onion & balsamic glaze
Italissimo Meatballs Sandwich
Tuscan meatballs, fiore di latte, micro basil, rocket leaf & truffle mayo
Porchetta Sandwich
Italian ham, fiore di latte, scamorza cheese, cucumber, seasonal leaves & honey mustard glaze
Caesar Sandwich
Chicken, smoked bacon, fiore di latte, seasonal leaves, grana padano & caesar dressing
Fiery Italian Sandwich
Chicken, piccante, fior di latte, scamorza cheese, pea shoots & bomba mayo
Focaccia Salciccia Sandwich
Tuscan or sicilian sausage, fior di latte, chilli jam & rocket leaf
Ciabatta Bacon Sandwich
Bacon, taleggio cheese, balsamic glaze & rocket leaf - on ciabatta
Capra Salad
Goats Cheese, Modena Balsamic Onions, Seasonal Leaves, Walnuts, Balsamic Glaze & Focaccia Sticks
Caprese Salad
Buffalo Mozzarella, San Marzano Tomatoes, Basil, Rocket Leaf, Pine Nuts, Balsamic Glaze, Focaccia Sticks
The Verdura
Grilled Courgette, red pepper, Fiori di latte cheese, rocket, house pesto
The Verdura Salad
Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable’s, Roast San Marzano Tomatoes, Feta, Cheese, Seasonal Leaves, Walnuts, Balsamic Glaze & Focaccia Sticks
Penne Polpette
House Tomato Sauce, Meatballs, Fresh Penne, Basil & Grana Padano
Tartufo Tagliatelle
Fresh Tagliatelle, Black Truffle, Cream & Shaved Grana Padano
Penna Arrabbiata
House Arrabbiata Sauce, Fresh Penne, Basil & Grana Padano
Bruschetta
San marzano tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze, sourdough
Gamberi All'Aglio E Limone
Tiger Prawns, Garlic Butter, Lemon Zest, Homemade Focaccia Sticks
Antipasti
Selection of fine dop italian meats & cheeses. Ideal for sharing!
Gamberi Spaghetti
Tiger prawns, House Tomato Sauce, Garlic, Lemon, Micro Basil, Fresh Spagheti
Nduja Sausage & Focaccia
Nduja sausage, homemade focaccia
Garlic Bread
Garlic butter, grana padano
Rocket & Parmesan Salad
Tartufo Rigatoni
Fresh Rigatoni, Black Truffle, Cream & Shaved Grana Padano
Leila’s Classico Burger & Fries
100% grass fed prime Angus beef, provolone & cheddar cheese, balsamic onion, rocket, crispy french fries & side of red pesto mayo.
Pollo Parmigiana
Breaded Chicken, House Bechamel, a mix of provolone & cheddar, crispy french fries, rocket salad, side of House black garlic mayo
Evening Aperitivo
Pizzas
Margherita Pizza
Tomato base, buffalo mozzarella, basil, grana padano
Caesar Pizza
Tomato base, fiore di latte, chicken, bacon, rocket, grana padano
Prosciutto Pizza
Tomato base, prosciutto, fiore di latte, crispy onion, balsamic glaze, rocket, grana padano
Salumi Pizza
Tomato base, san marzano tomatoes, salami milano, salami napoli, mozzarella, red pesto, basil, grana padano
Capra Pizza
Caramelised onion base, goats cheese, olives, walnuts, red amaranth, grana padano
Accidenti Pizza
Tomato base, sicilian sausage, fiore di latte, fresh chillies, bomba, basil, grana padano
Gamberi Pizza
Tomato base, king prawns, fresh chillies, fiore di latte, rocket, grana padano
Fungi Bologna Pizza
Tomato base, fiore di latte, mascarpone, mortadella, wild mushroom, pea shoots, grana padano
Italissimo Polpette Pizza
Tomato base, meatballs, fiore di latte, buffalo mozzarella, basil, grana padano
Vitus Pizza
Tomato base, pepperoni, nduja, fiore di latte, rocket, grana padano
Bambino Meal Deal
Toasted sourdough, mozzarella, choice of roast chicken, prosciutto ham or san marzano tomatoes, crisps & baby chino or mini hot choc
Piccolo Pizza & Roasties
Pizza of the day, baby roast potatoes
Bambi Box
Toasted Sourghdough - Mozzerlla - choice of Roast Chicken, Prosciutto Ham, or San Marzano Tomatoes, Crisps and Baby Chino or Mini Hot Choc
Bambino Lunch Menu
Bambino Evening Menu
Salsa Di Pomodoro
Penne pasta, tomato sauce, garlic, basil, grana padano
Penne Polpette
Tuscan meatballs, penne pasta, homemade tomato sauce, garlic, micro basil, grana padano
Bambi Box
Toasted Sourghdough - Mozzerlla - choice of Roast Chicken, Prosciutto Ham, or San Marzano Tomatoes, Crisps and Baby Chino or Mini Hot Choc
Bread & Olives
Homemade Focaccia with Mixed Italian Olives
Garlic Bread
Garlic Butter, Parsley, Shaved Grana Padano. Ideal for Sharing!
Crust Dips
Nduja Roasties
Seasoned roasted baby potatoes, shallots, nduja sausage
Tartufo & Parmesan Roasties
Seasoned roasted baby potatoes, shallots, truffle, parmesan
Rocket & Parmesan Salad
Rocket, Tomatoes, House Basil Glaze, Shaved Grana Padano
Extras
Drinks
Sanpellegrino Aranciata
Sanpellegrino Aranciata Rossa
Sanpellegrino Melograno & Arancia
Sanpellegrino Pompelmo
Sanpellegrino Limonata
Sanpellegrino Limonata & Menta
Mole Cola
Chinotto
Sanpellegrino Tonic
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, prosecco, lemon
Limoncello Spritz
Limoncello, prosecco, lemon
Bellini
Peach, prosecco
Strawberry Daiquiri
Strawberry, rum, lime, sugar
Don Ghanadi
Mango, tequila, gin, lime, apricot, chinotto
Leila's Secret
Apple, gin, cucmber, lemon, mint, elderflower
Chinotto Mojito
Rum, mint, lime, sugar, chinotto
Imperial Gin & Tonic
Gin, lime, rosemary, tonic
Frangelino Sour
Frangelino, lemon, hazelnut, sugar, whites
Espresso Martini
Vodka, Tia Maria, sugar, espresso