Aperitif
7 High Street West, SR1 3EX - Sunderland
·£20–30
Italian
Menu - Popular Dishes
Tiramisu
Mojito
Penne
Bruschetta Classica
Potato Skins & Garlic Dip
Caprese Salad
Lemonade
Pepperoni Pizza
Profiteroles
Lobster and Steak
Chicken Parmigiana
Chantilly Cream and Chocolate Sauce
Tagliatelle Carbonara
Mussels in White Wine Sauce
Black Pudding in Pepper Sauce
Mixed Vegetables
Blue Lagoon
Chicken Parmo
Homemade Chips Veg Side
Verified Dish
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Takeout
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Dine-in
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Alcohol
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Cocktails
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Wine
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Reservations
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Wheelchair accessible
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Accessible restroom
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Casual
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Cozy
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Good for groups
👍 Recommended by 175 people
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Including Chris Noble, Carol Rainbow, Margaret Watt
📊 Popular Times
Not busy
Moderate
Very busy
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Google Reviews ⭐ 4.6/5 (593)
3 months ago
We were visiting Sunderland for a work event, and opted to try Aperitif. Absolutely fantastic service with such a lovely atmosphere. The food was exquisite, from their Frutti de Mare pizza, and their sublime Pasta options. The entire wait …
2 weeks ago
Great night out. Our first time here with friends but we were treated like welcome-back regulars. Very friendly. Great food and a lovely atmosphere. David and his staff were wonderful hosts! This is not a high end Michelin type restaurant but a busy but still relaxed eatery. Recommended.
a year ago
We went before the theatre and the service was quick. We were in and out within 1 hour. Service felt a bit rushed to begin with as we were asked multiple times if we were ready to order even though we had only been at the table a couple of …
10 months ago
Love this place, dined here a couple of times and sampled a few dishes. All beautiful, full of flavour. Lush cocktails also and they always have good deals on the drinks. One of the best places I've visited in Sunderland.
5 months ago
Been here multiple times throughout the year. Staff are always very friendly and really welcoming. Food is amazing and the awards speaks for itself. Best to pre book as it’s always very full. Especially when the theatre has a show on.
9 months ago
We've been here twice and it was spectacular each time! Fast service, beautiful cocktails and delicious food! Surf and turf is served with half of the lobster and it's so good!
Features & Services
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves happy-hour drinks
Serves healthy options
Serves late-night food
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Has table service
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Reservations required
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Difficult to find a space
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