Why you’ll like Poco in Alfriston:
Poco is a welcoming Italian restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Alfriston, Sussex, offering a true taste of Italy through simple, high-quality ingredients and a warm, family-led ethos.
Poco was also awarded Best Wine List in Sussex at the 2026 BRAVO Awards.
Focusing on an intimate and sharing-style dining experience, Poco serves a compact menu of pasta dishes alongside cheese boards, all prepared with locally sourced ingredients from within an 18-mile radius. Their pasta is freshly made every morning by their skilled chef in the front window, creating an open and engaging atmosphere where diners can appreciate the art of Italian cooking up close.
Italian Heritage
Poco’s roots run deep, inspired by the story of the owner’s Italian grandparents who emigrated from Abruzzo to England in 1946, settling in nearby Polegate. Despite the initial challenges of being Italian in post-war England, the family’s traditions and culinary heritage have flourished in Sussex, culminating in the creation of Poco Alfriston as a tribute to that legacy.
The Sussex restaurant’s commitment to high-quality ingredients and traditional Italian methods mirrors the values passed down through generations, bringing a genuine taste of Abruzzo to Alfriston.
Sharing Table Restaurant | Poco Alfriston
Seasonal Sunday roasts are also available, presented in an abundant, all-in family format that’s perfect for sharing. Meanwhile, diners can indulge in sumptuous roasts like Salt Marsh shoulder of lamb, East Sussex home-rolled porchetta, and a medley of roasted potatoes, parsnips, and carrots.
There’s no set menu for the roasts, allowing guests to enjoy an ever-evolving selection of the best seasonal offerings, all served bottomless and replenished as needed. Finally, roasts are available seasonally, so it’s worth checking availability ahead of time.
The Best Wine Known to Humanity
In addition to dining, Poco offers a bottle shop with hand-picked wines and beers. Alternatively, guests can take bottles home or enjoy them alongside their meal.
Their expansive cellar includes some of the finest wines available, catering to all tastes and pairing beautifully with their menu. The Poco team happily helps guests choose perfect wines for meals or special occasions.
Pasta Making Workshops
For Italian food lovers, Poco hosts hands-on pasta-making workshops where guests learn traditional techniques by hand. The sessions include bottomless Prosecco, making it a fun, relaxed way to cook, sip, and enjoy Italian culture.
With authentic dishes, a family-oriented ethos, and a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, Poco is a must-visit in Alfriston. It offers a true Italian experience with Sussex warmth and charm.
RB loves Poco as a nostalgic Italian osteria, capturing Italy’s essence in recipes and ambience. Every ingredient is sourced with precision so you get a true taste of Sussex with Italian flair, located close to the South Downs National Park.
The Essentials
- Bottle Shop
Poco is a wine lover’s haven with exceptional wines to enjoy with your meal or take home. Poco offers carefully curated wines, with a bottle shop to enjoy long after your visit.
- Workshops
Keep an eye on the Poco Alfriston website or social media feeds for news of their pasta making workshops and more.
- Sunday Roasts
Poco’s Sunday roast is a feast like no other—a bottomless, family-style spread with no set menu. Salt marsh lamb shoulder and East Sussex porchetta with roasted vegetables, served sharing-style for a classic Italian family experience.
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