Welcome to
The Secret Italian is an award-winning restaurant that provides guests with an intimate setting, serving up authentic taste of Italy right in the centre of Barnsley.
Welcome to
Italian Trattoria Experience
The restaurant is intimate with an open kitchen, so guests get an Italian kitchen experience eating food like Mamma makes.
Fresh Ingredients, Authentic Recipes
We serve a five course set menu of delicious specials prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional Italian recipes.
Relaxed & Fun Atmosphere
We have a fun, friendly, home like feel, with award-winning service from our small team. We are a great place to celebrate an occasion and private dining is available.
Awards & Reviews
Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best
Had a wonderful evening with the new owners of The Secret Italian,
delicious quality meals, the staff went above and beyond and made an effort with the customers
interacting with them all to make sure they were all satisfied. The meals were delicious
and made with love care and quality ingredients, will definitely be back again in the near future.
Thank you for a wonderful evening.
Customer on Tripadvisor
Best Italian in Barnsley
Top 100 Italian Restaurant in England
Best Tiramisu
5 Stars on Sluurpy
“Don’t miss the homemade pasta and the exceptional desserts. The service is fantastic, with attentive and friendly staff that make you feel right at home. It’s a popular spot, so be sure to book ahead.”
"This hidden gem of a restaurant serves authentic Italian food, cooked to perfection and with love.""
"We rebooked for my birthday later on in the year it was so good, the reviews are right about the Tiramisu, it was fabulous, thank you for a lovely evening!
Upcoming Events
Contact us to hire The Secret Italian for your private event with a maximum of 24 guests or book one of our special events belows.
15th - 16th August 2025 7pm - 10pm
Abba Weekend (Fully Booked)
The Abba weekend is fully booked.
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