La Vecchia Scuola

La Vecchia Scuola Authentic Italian dishes made with love, in a beautiful historic setting in the heart of York. Where tradition meets taste, and every meal tells a story.
(1847)

Family recipes, modern flair, and unforgettable flavours – welcome to La Vecchia Scuola. Welcome to La Vecchia Scuola – Where Tradition Meets Taste

Nestled in the heart of York on historic Low Petergate, just a stone’s throw from the Minster, La Vecchia Scuola is more than just a restaurant – it’s a celebration of Italian heritage, creativity, and unforgettable flavour. Set within a stunning 300-

year-old Georgian building that once housed York College for Girls, our restaurant blends timeless elegance with a modern passion for food. Our menu is a love letter to Italy, where cherished family recipes passed down through generations meet bold, seasonal creations crafted to delight. Since 2013, we’ve brought fresh energy to the kitchen, sourcing the finest local ingredients and preparing every dish with care, skill, and a touch of innovation. Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, a romantic dinner, or a special celebration, La Vecchia Scuola invites you to slow down, savour, and share in the memories we create – one plate at a time.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬. 🇮🇹Fresh bread, good olive oil and balsamic, served to the table while you settle in an...
08/09/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬. 🇮🇹
Fresh bread, good olive oil and balsamic, served to the table while you settle in and decide what’s coming next.

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. ❤️

This is your sign to try something different from the pizza menu 🍕🇮🇹Fresh, colourful, and loaded right to the crust. Exa...
05/09/2026

This is your sign to try something different from the pizza menu 🍕🇮🇹

Fresh, colourful, and loaded right to the crust. Exactly how we like it at La Vecchia.

Which pizza are you choosing?

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚 𝐕𝐞𝐜𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐚.What are you ordering? ...
03/09/2026

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚 𝐕𝐞𝐜𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐚.

What are you ordering?

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚 𝐕𝐞𝐜𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 🇮🇹From our bright Garden Room to quieter corners like this, there's plent...
01/09/2026

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐚 𝐕𝐞𝐜𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 🇮🇹
From our bright Garden Room to quieter corners like this, there's plenty more to discover once you step inside.

Which room is your favourite?

𝐀 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲🇮🇹🍕Golden on the outside, packed with filling on the inside, and definitely not a light lunch.One...
29/08/2026

𝐀 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲🇮🇹🍕
Golden on the outside, packed with filling on the inside, and definitely not a light lunch.

One to come hungry for.

This is how we like to do lunch at La Vecchia 🇮🇹🥂Pizza on the table, drinks poured, and a window seat looking out onto L...
27/08/2026

This is how we like to do lunch at La Vecchia 🇮🇹🥂

Pizza on the table, drinks poured, and a window seat looking out onto Low Petergate. No need to rush anywhere.

Lunch with a view 🌿🇮🇹Our Garden Room has to be one of the nicest spots to spend an afternoon in York. A table full of It...
25/08/2026

Lunch with a view 🌿🇮🇹

Our Garden Room has to be one of the nicest spots to spend an afternoon in York. A table full of Italian food, a drink in hand, and that view right in front of you.

Weekend plans? We’ll get the drinks in 🍹🍊Cocktails, Italian food and plenty of time to enjoy both. See you at La Vecchia...
22/08/2026

Weekend plans? We’ll get the drinks in 🍹🍊
Cocktails, Italian food and plenty of time to enjoy both. See you at La Vecchia 🇮🇹

There's something for everyone at La Vecchia 🇮🇹🌿Alongside all your Italian favourites, we also have a vegan menu availab...
20/08/2026

There's something for everyone at La Vecchia 🇮🇹🌿

Alongside all your Italian favourites, we also have a vegan menu available with plenty of delicious dishes to choose from.

Just ask our team when you visit!

18/08/2026

La Vecchia after dark 🇮🇹🍷

The lights are low, the wine is flowing, and the kitchen is busy. Just how we like our evenings.

Come spend your next one with us.

Address

62 Low Petergate
York
YO17HZ

Opening Hours

Monday 11:30am - 10pm
Tuesday 11:30am - 10pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 10pm
Thursday 11:30am - 10pm
Friday 11:30am - 10:30pm
Saturday 11:30am - 10:30pm
Sunday 11:30am - 10pm

Telephone

+441904644600

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