Rushden Lakes
Address
Unit L7, West Terrace, Rushden Lakes
Northamptonshire
NN10 6FT
Phone+441933413882
Italian restaurant in Bedford
Ciao, Bedford. Swing by our Italian restaurant in Bedford for pizza, pasta, and al fresco dining. We're open all day, every day at Merchant Gate.
Contact
Phone
+441234217108Opening Hours
Monday11:30–22:00
Tuesday11:30–22:00
Wednesday11:30–22:00
Thursday11:30–22:00
Friday11:30–23:00
Saturday11:30–23:00
Sunday11:30–22:00
Facilities
Outdoor Dining
Wheelchair Access
Baby Changing
Free WiFi
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WHAT'S ON AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
NEW MENU
Our new menu has landed at Zizzi Bedford.
Start with Crab & Lemon Arancini or Hot Honey Pork Belly, or go lighter with fresh salads. For mains, try Chicken Milanese Fonduta or Quattro Pomodoro Rustica. Pair with a Mango & Lime Cooler or Sunset Mango Margarita, and finish with a Tropical Piña Colada Sundae.
FATHER'S DAY AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
Father’s Day is nearly here. Time to show Dad how much you love him the best way possible.
GLUTEN FREE & VEGAN MENU AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
Where's the fun in going out if someone misses out? At Zizzi Bedford we've got vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, so there’s something for everyone.
We take our responsibilities seriously. So, when you visit, we'll ask you about allergens, give you our digital allergen book, and then one of our allergen managers will take care of you.
ABOUT ZIZZI BEDFORD
A 5-minute walk from Harpur Shopping Centre, Zizzi Bedford is right in the town centre. Nowhere better than a relaxed Italian restaurant after a day at Bedford River Festival or before Bedford Park Concerts. You even get a view over the River Ouse from our outside dining tables.
You'll find Zizzi Bedford next to Vue Cinema Bedford. There's parking at River Street or Harpur Centre car parks.
PIZZA & PASTA IN BEDFORD
Zizzi Bedford is known for bowlfuls of pasta, pizzas with light, crispy bases, and generous portions. Food that makes you go “oooooo” when it hits the table. On the menu? We've got pasta dishes with sauces cooked fresh to order. And pizza? Pizzas with more than 50g of protein, vegan pizzas, gluten-free pizzas, calzone pizzas, and great big Rustica pizzas.
CELEBRATIONS IN BEDFORD
Life's too short to miss a chance to party. If you're looking for a restaurant for your special occasion, anniversary or family birthday, book your party with us at Zizzi Bedford. We've had every party you can think of in here.
FAMILY DINING AT BEDFORD
Catch up on the latest in their lives at our family restaurant in Bedford. We'll match the food to your mood. Specials for your special occasion. Candy floss for kids' birthday parties. Family feasts at home? Yep, those too. Plus, Zillionaires get 25% off Click & Collect, and Kids Eat Free in the school hols.*
Or maybe, if you're lucky, you'll get a date night out. Just for you two.
GLUTEN FREE & VEGAN MENU AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
Where's the fun in going out if someone misses out? At Zizzi Bedford we've got vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, so there’s something for everyone.
We take our responsibilities seriously. So, when you visit, we'll ask you about allergens, give you our digital allergen book, and then one of our allergen managers will take care of you.
ABOUT ZIZZI BEDFORD
A 5-minute walk from Harpur Shopping Centre, Zizzi Bedford is right in the town centre. Nowhere better than a relaxed Italian restaurant after a day at Bedford River Festival or before Bedford Park Concerts. You even get a view over the River Ouse from our outside dining tables.
You'll find Zizzi Bedford next to Vue Cinema Bedford. There's parking at River Street or Harpur Centre car parks.
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WHAT’S ON OUR MENU?
Think of Zizzi Bedford as a modern Italian restaurant menu with all the classics covered. So, you could start with a traditional Bruschetta, or you could try a Spiedini skewer. Our hand-stretched Rustica pizzas are always a hit, but then so are our creamy Carbonara and rich Spag Bol. Served with fresh pasta. And yes, we have Zillionaire’s Fudge Cake. We also have a Candy Floss Dolce. Something for everyone.
We cook up a few seasonal dishes throughout the year, as well as our Christmas menu, Valentine's menu and lunch on Mother's Day. Scroll up to the What's On section for more info.
LATEST OFFERS AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
30% OFF FOOD
Join the Zillionaires’ Club and get stuck into 30% off food until 26th June. Sunday 5 PM until Friday 5 PM. T&Cs and exclusions apply.
TWO DINE FOR ÂŁ25
Share a pizza, 2 sides and 2 soft drinks for just £25, at Zizzi Bedford. Now that’s an easy Zizzi lunch for two. Find out more below.
DIRECTIONS
Zizzi Bedford is in Riverside Square, right by the river and surrounded by shops, cafés and people out and about. We’re also just a short walk from the main shopping area and close to the cinema, so there’s plenty going on nearby. If you’re looking for an Italian restaurant in Bedford, just head towards the riverside and you’ll come across us. It’s an easy one to swing by, whether you’re out for the day or heading somewhere after.
OUTDOOR DINING AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
Prefer your pizza with a view? Our al fresco outdoor dining at Zizzi Bedford is perfect for soaking up the (occasional) sun. You can even book to dine outside, because let’s be honest, those warm days don’t come around often. So make the most of them.
TAKEAWAY AT ZIZZI BEDFORD
Your pizza delivery's here. Order your favourite Italian takeaway in Bedford. Get your Zizzi pizza delivered by Deliveroo, Uber Eats, or Just Eat.
For Click & Collect, pick a time, collect from Bedford, and skip the delivery fee. (Zillionaires’ Club members get 25% off at checkout, btw.)
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READY TO VISIT?
Good food. Great company. A table at Zizzi Bedford waiting for you. Book now and let’s make your next meal at Zizzi one to remember.
FAQs
You can book a table online here.
We always recommend booking ahead, especially during busy times at Zizzi Bedford. That said, we do keep space for walk-ins whenever we can - so feel free to pop by and we’ll do our best to seat you.
Plans change - we get it. You can easily update or cancel your booking online. If you need a hand, just give the restaurant a call or visit HERE and we’ll sort it.
Yes, we love a get-together. Our Zizzi restaurant in Bedford is great for group dining - whether it’s a catch-up, celebration, or work do. For larger bookings, we recommend booking in advance.
Of course - we love being part of a celebration at Zizzi Bedford. You’re very welcome to bring a cake along with you on the day (we just can’t store it in our fridges ahead of time). For everyone’s safety, we do ask that cakes don’t contain nuts. If you’re thinking of bringing decorations too, it’s best to have a quick word with the team beforehand so we can make sure everything fits the space nicely.
We do. Our menu at Zizzi Bedford includes a range of vegetarian, vegan, and non-gluten dishes - so there’s something for everyone to enjoy. See the menu here.
We want all of our customers to feel relaxed eating at Zizzi so we take very seriously our responsibility towards looking after our guests with food allergies, dietary requirements and coeliac disease. We proactively ask customers about allergies and have allocated allergen managers to ensure a safe process, from order through to serving. We also provide allergen filtering through Speedy, our digital table ordering system.
Our allergen filters and information guide have been developed to help you make a safe and informed choice about our food but if you have any concerns, please talk to a member of staff, drop us a note on our website, or email feedback@zizzi.co.uk. Click here to view our allergen information.
Yes - our Bambini menu is made for little appetites, with plenty of choice to keep everyone happy.
Yes - you can enjoy Zizzi at home too. We offer takeaway in Bedford, so your favourites are never far away.
To keep things smooth and simple at Zizzi Bedford, we’re a cashless restaurant. We accept card, Apple Pay and Google Pay, with contactless up to £100 on cards and higher limits available on mobile payments.