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Osteria Tarantino
90/100 (1064 ratings)
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"Just had a delicious meal at this quaint little piece of Italy. We shared a starter of mozzarella sheets filled with parma ham, sundried tomato and..."
Elise Bredenkamp
"I was consistently impressed from the moment I walked into this restaurant! This is an authentic family run Italian restaurant - the service was..."
Aurora Marcopoulos
"Dear Enrico, Teresa, Michele & Jonathan, We're back in Philippines & missing Osteria Tarantino very much. We will toast to your good health &..."
Dina Hourihan
"Our second meal here. Fantastic! The menus are on a chalkboard but just ask the owner Enrico for suggestions and you won't be disappointed. A family..."
Mike Bermingham
"It is my favorite restaurant in CapeTown!!! More than a meal, it was a touching experience, a great memory ! They are so kind and lovely.. and the..."
Bouillette Mrtn
"Went last night to the first time & was extremely happy! Delicious spinach & ricotta ravioli in an incredible truffle sauce. Quite unusual, haven't..."
Vicky Hasson
"these beautiful gems really tickle my fancy. the passion really shows, in a variety of ways. firstly, the venue is quaint in an on-trend, yet rustic..."
Luis Vieira
"Osteria Tarantino - What a treasure! Enrico and his family really deliver excellence. The food is lip-smackingly good and will have me back for more...."
Juliette Arrighi de Casanova
"Small and cozy restaurant, great traditional food and amazing people! Thank you Osteria Tarantino for the great night!! I highly recommend..."
Julien Merle
"Thank you Teresa, Enrico and Michele for a great evening with your delicious food, the Tiramisu is for sure the best I had in a South African..."
Hajo Kowalke
"The best Italian restaurant in Cape Town, possibly South Africa- the most authentic and delicious experience combined with great..."
Kelsey Dobie
"Exceptionally beautiful hidden gem, had a wonderful meal. Great service with a personal touch! Can't wait to come..."
Cara McAvinchey
"Gorgeous quaint little Italian place in Waterkant St Definitely worth a visit for authentic superb quality Italian cuisine! Super service! Take yr..."
Shelley Webb
"Best authentic Italian in Cape Town by a long shot! Try the home made fresh pastas - Ravioli with Truffle cream sauce and 4P's pasta. Both..."
Jon Colledge
"The best kept secret. Amazing setting, beautiful authentic Italian food, great service.. Wonderful..."
John Scott
"AMAZING! Delicious authentic pasta and brilliant service! We will definitely be back when in town again..."
Jess Albrecht
"Osteria torentino - if you want to have a pasta that will send you into the abyss of another realm, you need to pop into ostero tarantino. The 4..."
Neil Smith
"Best Italian restaurant in Cape Town. From start to finish everything was just right. Not perfect - just right. For starters we had the burata, and I..."
HelenƩ Prinsloo
"The best pasta I've ever had in Cape Town! The place is small and we were luck to get a table after booking the day before, but the atmosphere is..."
Vicky
"Intimate atmosphere with fantastic service. Food portions are just right and the tiramisu is to die for. Be sure to book, this is place is booked up..."
Claudia Emanuel
"We've been lucky enough to eat here twice now, and loved the food all round. Deficits don't feature, simply delicious. More importantly though is the..."
JĆ¼rgen Kieslich
"Delicious food- out of this world! Little Italy in the heart of Cape Town. Hands on owner and friendly staff, I would recommend anyone to go visit...."
Crystal De Haast
"Been so looking forward to finally get in at OT's.. Acclaimed as the best Italian restaurant in Cape Town... The setting was perfect... Back street....."
Rayonfood
"This place was excellent. I have been trying to get in every time I go down to Cape Town but you need to book long in advance. I expected it to be a..."
Nicole Hackner
"Iā€™ve waited to visit Osteria Tarantino a long time.... getting in there without booking a week in advance is pretty much impossible. It was well..."
Bryan Vally
"Intimate and authentic Italian tucked away in De Waterkant. Great pastas and affordable wine options. Try the 4 P's signature dish and home made..."
Billy Hare
"Best meal of the year. Definitely my best restaurant for now. Having just returned from a trip to Italy, I can honestly say it does does not get..."
Alan Tucker
"This restaurant is a hidden Italian gem. It is tiny, intimate and felt incredibly authentic. We were served by a lovely Italian gentleman..."
Ty Meadows
"Osteria Tarantino was incredible. Having spent much time eating all the pasta in Italy, we can say that this is hands down "The Italian" restaurant...."
Table For Three
"Superb evening out with friends at this small, authentic Italian. It was packed when we arrived at 7:30pm and we were the last to leave at 11pm, so..."
Andrew Campbell
"Brilliant!My absolute favourite type of restaurant. Small, simple menu that serves great ingredients that are perfectly prepared. The..."
Allan Moita
"I have died and gone to heaven! Brilliant Authentic Italian cuisine! Had the 4 "p"'s and Ravioli with cream truffle sauce! Truly out of the world!..."
DesirƩ Crowther
"Where to begin... well, three days later and I am still drooling over this meal! The restaurant is small, so book ahead. But, wow. The food. WOW!!..."
Kaylee Dobie
"Best Vongole made by Papa, good food great people. Thank you for the lovely lunch.Lovely afternoon in the sun. Great to have family run and..."
R Cormack - Thomson
"Top notch. Wonderful food. Portions not too big or small. Great desserts that even habitual non-dessert eaters can't resist. Decent prices...."
Amrik Cooper
"Midweek Birthday lunch at this homely italian restaurant tucked away off Waterkant street. The owner in attendance is always a good sign and the food..."
Ryan Goodman
"Itā€™s been a while since I was in Italy but if I take a bite of Osteria Tarantino pasta it brings me right back to those warm nights by lake Como...."
FoodMissionary
"Authentic and absolutely delicious from start to finish. This family owned and run little gem is brilliant for a work dinner or date night. Simple..."
Mike Varney
"Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Faultless.Enrico is the cutest, most charming little Italian fellow you will ever meet. The cosy..."
Tarryn Owies
"An Italian Gem: The restaurant and the owner! I have now had the pleasure of eating at Osteria twice within the space of a month and the..."
Luke James Fletcher
"Very friendly and authentically Italian. The veal meatballs & spaghetti would make your day 9.5 out 10 times!!Free corkage allows you to..."
Eric Ngoie
"This little restaurant is a gem. It's rare to find a great place such as this. The food was excellent with the customer service being on an equal..."
Shaun
"This restaurant wow where do I begin... I must say I have been to many Italian restaurants in South Africa and around the world but osteria tarantino..."
Giuliano Sesamo
"What a little hidden treasure! I have never ever finished an entire pasta let alone an entire pasta after starters! The food was phenomenal! The..."
Victoria Angel
"This little restaurant is our own piece of authentic Italy right on the doorstep. I found it by accident whist strolling through De Waterkant..."
Ian Gibbs
"A really good Italian family restaurant. Quaint with good service. The 4p's pasta and veal with mushrooms were world class. Definitely recommend it...."
Luigi
"I saw some rave reviews of this restaurant on trip advisor had couldn't wait to try it. Tucked away at the top of Waterkant St, the location is..."
Angus
"This was some of the best food I have ever eaten in my life. The flavours and attention to detail were amazing. Every dish was excellent and the..."
Jesse Gillis
"Italian food made with passion. Quality ingredients and bags full of flavour. Small, cute and cozy. Only 10 tables. Run by the owner. Well worth the..."
Jason Nolan
"Definitely worth a visit. Meet the owner. Wine recommendation was lovely. Food was different but absolutely delicious. Atmosphere was proper Italian...."
David Hope
"This place is fantastic. Reservation is a must. You are personally attended by the owner, Enrico. Home-made pasta. Generous potions. You feel at..."
J. Antonio Castro
"One of our favourite spots in the Waterkant. Their pastas are made fresh and are absolutely delicious. My Favorite is the 4 Pā€™s and the truffle..."
Nancy Nangle
"The restaurant is conveniently located in De Waterkant and gives off authentic traditional Italian vibes. The food is outstanding. The pasta is..."
Matthew Roos
"Great little place to get some real Italian pasta for a grate price. The owner is very nice and the staff is attentive. I had the 4 P's bianco which..."
DuckyFN
"This is a quaint Italian style restaurant with very few seats so getting a reservation was a bit tricky but it was so worth it! The space is really..."
Mugisha Hakizimana
"We stayed in an VBRO about a block away from the restaurant. The home owner happened to be Italian and when we asked for recommendations for where to..."
Noah Vaughan
"Best pasta I had in my life, all home made with the best flavors. A gem of a little hidden restaurant near Bo- Kaap. Will most certainly be..."
Chanel Van der Westhuizen
"We struggled to find the place, Google Maps did not much help because we didn't realise that it was upstairs. Sadly, the veal hadn't yet been..."
Maurice Meyer
"A fantastic place to eat in Cape Town, highly recommend you plan in advance and make a reservation here as itā€™s a smaller place! I had 4Ps bianco..."
Kelly Robinson
"Amazing restaurant and service. The owner is very friendly his name is Enrico. For starters we had octopus carpaccio and veg buratta. We had da Luca..."
Yajna Gold
"Food was good. I went there by myself and i for me the service was a little too inattentive. But I would definitely recommend to go there. But better..."
Florian Tschurtschenthaler
"This is a great little authentic Italian restaurant, it deserves all the accolades it receives. The pasta dishes are delectable, freshly made and..."
StƩfan de Beer
"Another OMG hidden gem. Italian food at its best from starter to desert. Our party group had an exclusive experience. Balanced flavours a must try..."
Shaolin Cafe
Goloso
87/100 (770 ratings)
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"Reasonably cheap, but top quality. Really enjoyed our pizzas here, very good gluten free base which we've struggled to find elsewhere in Cape Town...."
Terry Saunders
"If you love Italian this restaurant is a definite must visit. The restaurant has an authentic Italian feel to it, immediately creating a relaxed..."
Dewald Reinke
"Great vegetarian & gluten free options. I wish their crushed garlic was fresh ( I'm a huge garlic fan!), otherwise cute small Italian restuarent. 2..."
Shubha Bhat
"Thee BEST place for Pasta and Pizza in Seapoint (and quite possibly in CPT as a whole). Its my second time dining here, I've tried 2 of their pizzas..."
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"Wonderful restaurant. Great menu and DEFINITELY worth the money. Love the craft beer on tap. Lovely wine list. Pizza was divine, tasty and more then..."
Alfred Stoffels (Alfred Photography)
"Always such a great experience. Food is tasty and consistent and service standards are incredible. One of the best Italian spots in the mother city!..."
Milan Dayal
"Friendly service, reasonable price, homemade pasta with good assortment of sauce. Gluten free pasta..."
Joseph Ngui
"Excellent pizza! The servings were massive so I'd suggest 2 people share 1 pizza. The setting was quite lovely as..."
Adil Mia
"The vegi- pizza was fantastic... The half-half option is great. Will definitely go there..."
Michael Geissberger
"Really good food. Will definitely go back for more pizza/pasta. The service could've been a bit better though or if they had one more waiter helping..."
zanari oliver
"Gluten free pizza is great. Big wine list, decent variety of beer, good service. The restaurant is crowded when full, so go early if you need elbow..."
Michael Quinn
"Fanatastic VALUE ..most generous toppings on a pizza I've ever had! Well done...will be..."
Luke Ziegenhardt
"Lovely authentic Italian cuisine. The best pizza by far in Cape Town likewise Marios in Knysna! Staff needs some encouragement in terms of confidence..."
Annie Wu
"The second year in a row we have holidayed in Sea Point and this restaurant has become our favourite. The menu is varied and the staff are super. You..."
Allison Swart
"Food is really good, service is sometimes slow..."
Allen Huang
The Cousins Trattoria
85/100 (5633 ratings)
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Risotto
Seafood pasta
Mussels
Beef Carpaccio
Panna Cotta
Absolutely
Aperol Spritz
Burrata Al Tartufo
TiramisĆŗ
Tiramisu
T-Bone Steak
Beignets
Bolognese
Lime Sorbet
Lasagne
Gorgonzola Gnocchi
Ravioli Butter and Sage
Carbonara
Chocolate Temptation
Tagliatelle
Tagliolini Ai Gamberoni
Beef
Panna Cottage Cheesecake
Lamb
Pesto
The Cousins Pasta
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"This is honestly one of the best Italian restaurants i have had the pleasure of being able to dine at. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is..."
The J Way
"Dinner club with friends. Our table of 18 was handled very well, even during the taxi strikes and violence around the city. It was awesome to see the..."
Malcolm Wright
"We were admittedly a little dubious about the location of the restaurant, as Barrack Street is where the Home Affairs Offices are and during the day..."
Lee-Anne Curtis-Cox
"One of best Pasta and tiramisu every taste šŸ«¶ā¤ļø Pasta dish was made specifically for us without alcohol, respect šŸ«”šŸ«¶ P.S. the dish is..."
Abdullah Rayes
"This has been our favorite authentic Italian restaurant in Cape Town for YEARS. We've been coming here for dinner since it was just a small little..."
Ianette H
"The experience was fantastic. The staff were extremely friendly and made us feel welcome. We ordered a range of pastas dishes and all were..."
Muhammad Harneker
"First night in Cape Town and had the loveliest Italian dinner. Cousins pasta, affogato and tiramisu were to die for. Will return on our next..."
Rachel
"Amazing food. Staff is extremely friendly. The owner came out and spoke with us and recommended a few of his favorite dishes with some back stories..."
Ismail S
"Pasta the cousins (signature) (10/10) The gnocchi is fabuleus aswell, they are soft and freshly made. I had the lamb ragu ( def..."
DuckyFN
"Originally a 5 star review, actually I could have given 10 stars it was so good. On Saturday we had the best lamb ragu and steak outside of Italy,..."
Courtney Scoble
"First impression - the restaurant is situated in a lonely, poor lighting area in the city but once you are inside, it's got that candlelight, Italian..."
Annie Chu
"Iā€™ve ordered take aways on multiple occasions and eaten in at Cousins. It is gorgeous and authentic with the portions being generous and feeling..."
Linda Thompson
"Went for my best friends birthday dinner last night The Cousins Trattoria- there was 10 of us. Stefan our waiter was phenomenal and knowledgeable..."
Tamsyn Human
"Phenomenal food. The mushroom pasta in a Parmesan wheel was the highlight. The citrus filled beignets, perfect combination with dark chocolate..."
Mel Walmsley
"Some of the best Italian food I've had in the western..."
Jeandre Horn
"A little gem in town and a special place to share the most delicious food with family and friends! They have the most delicious home made pasta and..."
Kendra Szeles
"Brought by friends who have been frequent diners for years. We absolutely loved it. They especially booked for when the owner SimonĆØ would be there...."
Nazz
Il Leone Mastrantonio
85/100 (2308 ratings)
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Bruschette
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Spaghetti Al Fresco
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"Lovely dinner with lovely staff. The location is beautiful in its simplicity, an old South African building with wooden floors and big bright wooden..."
Pusm
"Absolutely brilliant, and highly recommended. Weā€™ve eaten here twice and will certainly be back! Service from waitron Ty was superb. When a waitron..."
Steven Ikin
"Lovely lunch at Il Leone in Greenpoint. Nice and cosy restaurant for a very rainy and cold day in Cape Town. Table ordered carbonara, Ragu, tortilini..."
Sarah Thatcher
"Highly impressed at the quality of food and the consistency of each dish considering we were a table of 15. Pasta cooked to perfection, amazing..."
Emma Kayleigh
"The food was delicious, nice ambiance (especially in winter), good service. Nice that they allow you to bring your own wine (with a corkage fee)...."
Mariposa
"I am not the usual ā€œpasta personā€ but Il Leone has changed that. By far the best Italian food I have had in a while and will definitely be back..."
GabriellaFlorence
"Fine dining without the formality. Superb food, good variety on the menu. Likable, efficient and knowledgeable waiters and staff add to the great..."
Joburg Lawyer
"One of the best Italian restaurants In Cape Town from fantastic food to excellent service. This establishment definitely ticks all the..."
Helena
"It was an amazing experience. From the house bread to the fantastic selection of reasonably priced options to choose from. The atmosphere was serene..."
Zesterhuyzen
"Iā€™ve eaten at this restaurant many times and it never disappoints. The food is incredible - always - and the service is impeccable. This is my go..."
Claire
"Il Leone never disappoints - love the cozy environment and intimate setting, extensive menu offering and creative healthy dish options. My favorite..."
Adam Hunter
"Been to Il Leone twice now (once for a business lunch and the other was a Sunday Afternoon lunch). Firstly, great location & decor; after Magica Roma..."
Akie Chhabra
"Great atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food. Had dinner with my boyfriend here the other night and we really enjoyed it. The food was really..."
Nicole
"My partner and I always find ourselves heading you ll Leone when weā€™re looking for a quick bite to eat they prawn pasta is super yummy itā€™s light..."
Raeesah Ebrahim
"Un. Be. Lievable! We went with a large group and the staff handled it very well- they were amazing and attentive, the wine flowed and all..."
Amanda
"My favourite Italian restaurant! I especially enjoy the vegetarian pasta's. They are usually made up of a few simple ingredients but the flavours are..."
Anisha Pillay
"My husband and I walked almost 40 minutes to get to Don Armando, when we arrived. We were told the kitchen closed at 3pm (it was 2:59 pm) we were..."
Mshum221
"Delicious Italian menu and great service. We arrived without a reservation and got table promptly. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Their pasta..."
Ditte
"ā€œSensationalā€ doesnā€™t do it justice. This is by far the most consistent restaurant in Cape Town. Year on year we come to this restaurant and..."
Yael
"Great service and delicious food. Veal rack and Tortellini were superb but give the profiteroles a skip as they weren't amazing. Will definitely be..."
Douglas Allanson
"A very nice place to go for some local italian. Loved the setting and the location was very convenient to get to with an uber. Good selection if..."
Neil Smith
"Delicious food, amazing staff and lots of art. The homemade pasta was superb and it felt like we were in Italy. Our waiter was incredibly fast that..."
Rachel Lowick
"Place has a great atmosphere, especially enjoyed being seated between all the art that was also for sale. Had the Corona di Vitello for lunch, veal..."
Wessel Brand
"This place is quite pricey but the quality of food speaks for itself. The pastas are tasty, but my favorite is the Florentine Steak, they Cooked it..."
Terry
"Iā€™m hurt ā€“ I have been living in Cape Town for eleventeen years and have only discovered this place 2 weeks ago! But never has the English..."
Thando Bangiso
"What a wonderful experience! We were celebrating our exam results at Il Leone and the experience was unforgettable! We were about 30 people, but we..."
Jomari Steyn
"Went to this place for a corporate lunch. There were probably 40 of us there. The other two tables got served relatively quick but unfortunately the..."
Amy Chen
"Il Leone. In Cape Town !!!A wonderful dinner was well spent at this restaurant!!A good busy atmosphere at this Italian restaurant..."
Prina
"Amazing Italian food in a lovely setting. I always go for the penne gamberetti and it's honestly one of the best pastas I've had. The place is also..."
Uressa Chetty
"This is definitely one of the best meals that I have ever had! I had the mixed seafood zucchini pasta which is the best zucchini pasta I've ever..."
Healthy Heart
"Food prepared with passion just as the Italians would do it. Book in advance. Outrageously good pasta,fabulous creme caramel the taste will be like a..."
Casheconomy
"I was expecting more from Il Leone but I think I need to come back again when they are not as busy. We had quite a late booking in the evening and..."
Zulfah Albertyn
"What a lovely candlelit setting and fantastic food. On my visit I had a salad to start which included Buffalo mozzarella, basil and avocado which was..."
Jenna Rodd
"The food was good but was spoiled by the fact that one meal did not arrive until everyone else had just about finished. The waitress at some stage..."
Brian.kahn35
"Eaten here a few times, and their food is superb. The salads are fresh and lovely combos. The buratta is very rich, but heavenly. More a main than..."
Gabi
"What an amazing little restaurant! Only one big negative thing the blonde manger had to be the most non customer centric person ever she can't even..."
Chantel
"Outstanding as always. Lovely ambience and attentive staff. The ravioli is without doubt the best I have ever had. Will make a point of returning..."
DocUnited
"We had an excellent lunch mid week, on the very peaceful and cool balcony outside. My friend from Rome had the Tagliatelle Pescatore which he loved,..."
MattJBlack3
"Sick of seedy Sea Point dives, we find ourselves in Il Leone for a latish Sunday night supper. If I lived here, this would be my Sunday night go to..."
Jill Nudelman
"Came here for a lunch meeting as suggested by a client. The place was fairly quiet. The place has quite a cosy feel with lots of art pieces making up..."
Irfaan
"Great meal Very good vibe Good wine selection Away from tourist scrum..."
Graham Petzer
"This fantastic restaurant is a short walk from where I live and I could not be more spoilt. Great customer service always and don't get me started on..."
Ben Gillies
"Excellent restaurant - a family favourite for a special occasion. All dishes are great, particularly their famous prawn pasta which is lovely and..."
Jessica Stromin
"I'm so surprised that Il Leone hasn't come up in conversation more often. I went for a 21st birthday dinner and the restaurant choice could not have..."
Meera Naik
"Since getting back from Italy in July I have been skeptical about getting back on the pasta band wagon, I mean, the dishes in the land of pasta don't..."
Paula Einhorn
"Our first visit to Il Leone was an excellent dining experience. The ambiance was charming, light and airy with comfortable chairs and well set..."
Gavin Foley
"Fantastic experience. Went there for my birthday with a couple of friends. Everyone found a dish they loved. Service was a little bellow par. But..."
Lukeconorbolton
"Simply sublime with service to match! My new Cape Town Favourite! We had the calamari to share. Followed by what has to be described as REAL Italian..."
Clinton Hawks
"Mamma che buono!! They had a special on tonight with Zucchine instead of pasta for your banting dieters which did justice to any "normal" Italian..."
Maria Elvira Mariola
"Went for supper at Il Leone, upon arrival we were greeted by the hostess and advised that we needed to wait because she needs to think how she wants..."
Melinda
"Had a lovely dinner tonight šŸ’• a cosy place that offers authentic Italian. We started off with some bruschetta which we all thoroughly enjoyed. For..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Had the ragu and broccolli pasta. Crepes for desert. Food was good and service attentive. Wine list does not offer many 'affordable' options...."
Ilse Van Der Merwe
"I had an excellent date night at Il Leone! We were greeted at the door with warmth and hospitality. Although I did not receive the exact food I..."
Mia Kruger
"Absolutely loved this place! White and sleek upmarket interior. While my family enjoyed their lunch, they relayed that mine was the best (the daily..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Loved the cosy, warm atmosphere. Service was great. A little disappointed with the food: calamari starter was supposed to be flash fried but turned..."
Shamen Raja
"Out of this world pasta, literally only place in Cape Town I go to for pasta. They are quite pricey though, but worth it. They also have a..."
Nicole Vrede
"Ill Leone in de Waterkant is an exquisite restaurant in a beautiful old building. Vibrant and warm ambience, friendly and professional manager. We, a..."
Wilna Bester
"A great little italian gem in the heart of Greenpoint.Pros: Amazing food Cons: Do not serve pizzaHowever, this gives you reason to..."
Nooru Harnekar
"Must be my favorite Italian restaurant ever. I always make sure to stop by whenever I visit Cape Town. The food is excellent. My only negative would..."
Nick
"Amazing little Italian spot! Had the most delicious dinner while on a work trip to Cape Town. Great service, despite being absolutely packed. We had..."
Megan K
"Easily outside of Italy one of the best Italian meals I've had in years.... Atmosphere upscale quaint sifistication ..,wine list not long but..."
OnTheMove
"Was extremely fortunate to be treated to an exceptional Easter lunch at il leone on Sunday. Having heard an abundance of positive things about the..."
BT
"Stylish restaurant with a warm atmosphere. The service was perfect and very professional. Regarding the food I didn't get disappointed at all. I..."
The Dude
"Quaint restaurant with a homely atmosphere. The service was commendable and the food - mamma mia!I would highly recommend the tagliatelle pescatore...."
Zainab
"Fantastic Thursday evening at one of the Atlantic Seaboard's favourite Italian restaurants. A cosy restaurant covered in wood decor and intriguing..."
Ryan Goodman
"We went to Il Leone for a weekday lunch recently, and I really enjoyed it. The food is great, and the service is on point. The menu has a wide..."
Popsi
"I love food, Italians love food, Italian food is love! This place is the real deal, from what little I know of Italian cuisine Il Leone leans towards..."
Glen Loxton
"Il Leone is an upmarket Italian restaurant in Green Point. The service is attentive and warm, the atmosphere is inviting and warm with candles and..."
Bronwills
"Went here for a 21st where we were given a very special private room upstairs. We had a set menu and some of the food included fillet with pepper..."
JonJon Clark
"Visited Il Leone last night and had the usual Maskovita pasta with penne. Usually have it with ravioli but both combinations are delicious. The..."
Jaynisha Patel
"I'm so ashamed that I had never heard of Il Leone before yesterday. They were awarded best everyday Italian eatery at the Eat Out Best Everyday..."
Natasha Silva
"Best pasta gambereti on the planet!!!!Fantastic service and setting, One of our top restuarants in Cape town we always leave full and..."
Fabio Spidalieri
"Great pasta- we shared three dishes- all pasta... Amatriciana, veal pasta and ravioli with arrabiata sauce. All pastas were great- service was..."
Susan Searle
"Visiting Cape Town from Johannesburg and was looking for good Italian. Excellent food and the service was also good. A real gem. Will be back for..."
Duncan Gilliland
"Officially my favorite restaurant in Cape Town. Best Italian dining experience I've had in South Africa. Everything was superb - from the service to..."
David Franciscus
"Very good Italian food. Upmarket and well priced. Service good, food good. If your looking for a romantic dinner, this is lovely. Thumbs..."
Irishman
"Ate there 2 nights in a row. On Both evenings we enjoyed outstanding meals. The signature prawn pasta dish was superb. The service was attentive and..."
Leslie Pieters
"Il Leone is one of my favourite go-to places for pasta in Cape Town. I've never had an average experience, I always leave feeling excited to go back...."
Leila Osato
"I have these food cravings and they must be met so I was happy to know that gnocchi was on their menu and even though the kitchen closed in 10..."
Claire Allen
"This is a fantastic cosy romantic spot for really great Italian food, the menu is well priced the management and staff are superb, I'll definitely be..."
Matt MowFunk Walker
"Great food. Always a quality meal and fantastic service. Thought the veal was a tad dry but the fillet steak I had was spot on! You are always..."
Simon Trisk
"I like II Leone. Their food is good. The service is good. They have a nice selection of wines. I'd recommend the prawn linguine. And the grilled..."
Bebz H
"One of my favourites in the Mother City. Good simple Italian - quality and service consistently good...porcini mushroom anything is a winner (when in..."
Lynda Cooper
"I went here a while back but clearly remember it. Possibly one of the most delicious (fancy) Italian restaurants in the City. Their prawn pasta is..."
Robert Peitzsch
"This place served me the absolute most delicious pasta I've ever had at a restaurant! There is something that feels special when you walk in, the..."
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
"I really enjoyed our dinner at Il Leone. I heard great things about it and we weren't disappointed. You'll find Classic Italian food here, cooked..."
Dominique Andrea Vieira
"Smart and sensual. The four cheese gnocchi is mind-blowing and the bread is delicious. If you feel like a cozy, Italian, perhaps romantic meal out-..."
Gabrielle Meyers
"One of the best Italian restaurants in Cape Town. The staff are always on the ball. The food is superb and they now serve zucchini pasta which is..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"Their prawn linguini is the absolute best in the whole of Cape Town. This is one of De Waterkant's best best restaurants. Highly recommended! Their..."
Zak Schabort
"Polite and efficient service. Comprehensive selection for all courses as well as a few specials on offer. Great wine selection too. The food is well..."
Angela Weickl
"Always a pleasure to dine at Il Leone. Beautiful dining experience with very good solid flavour in their dishes in a warm atmosphere. Good wine..."
Dirk Uys
"An elegant and delicious restaurant, and the staff are amazing šŸ‘ We came two times The first time, it was busy, and the leader advised us to the..."
noody mm
"An amazing restaurant with great dishes and very kind service. Highly recommended for a perfect Italian meal..."
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"Great service and atmosphere with good selection of Italian food (seafood tagliatelle is a must) and South African wine. Better to book for lunch, as..."
Justyna Swiatkowska
"An absolutely beautiful place to dine when in Cape Town.. The service was excellent as..."
Tracy Daniel
"Overall experience is great. The only disappoint part was steak, donā€™t ever eat steak here, it is too salty. I donā€™t think they will replace u a..."
kui liu
"Terrific white tablecloth experience. We were able to snag a last-second reservation thanks to a cancelation and are so grateful we did. Caprese was..."
Matt Wald
"Amazing! The ambiance and setting of the restaurant is a cozy, upscape space with a sprinkle of art gallery but in your dining room sort of a feel...."
John Dlabal
"Would definitely recommend this place if you enjoy Italian food - the food, service and general restaurant atmosphere are all great. There are one..."
Sean
"Fantastic, the food is absolutely phenomenal. I had the tortellini, oh my word the cream sauce was amazing and complimented the tortellini so so..."
Pierre Steyn
"Well it depends what you are looking for? Are you looking for a perfect ambience? Are you looking for the best Italian food in Cape Town? Are you..."
David Yach
"Amazing food and service is the best we had in a long time. The waiter Josh was perfect, he helped us to choose dishes and he was really..."
Shahar Gabay
"Have never had the pleasure to visit them myself but I have been booking and taking many international groups here for the past 5, 6 years at least..."
Jean-Noƫl O'Connor
"Celebrated my 76th birthday with friends Staff , service , food as consistent as always Thank you Il Leone for making the celebration so very..."
Lorna Knightley
"A lovely find. Oodles of atmosphere and clearly loved by local CT residents. The food was very good without much finesse and the friendly service was..."
John Sterling
"I had one of the best steaks at this restaurant. The pasta was also great. Its close to the V&A Waterfront. The restaurant is spacious, decorated..."
Megan Rosen
"Went here for my birthday dinner. Service excellent. I had the ceviche to start which was sublime. My partner had the the bean and pasta soup. She..."
Cathy Milner
"It remains to be one of the better dining experiences you can have in Cape Town. Consistently delivering high quality at a reasonable price. The..."
Jeff Rossouw
True Italic
84/100 (687 ratings)
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"5th visit to True Italic and the food has always been amazing. I've never had bad service and the prices are right. Pre book your table to avoid..."
Mercia Abrahams
"The burrata cheese and the homemade pasta were simply delicious...you made me feel at home! Iā€™ll definitely come..."
Giulia Riedo
"I like a lot the cooking and artistic decor of this restaurant. It's what makes True Italic very welcoming, where it's nice to eat. I suggest you to..."
Amelie Fages
"Some of the best pasta I have ever had in South..."
Katia de Sa
"It was such fun having dinner at your place last night. Food was just great and we really enjoyed the evening! Grazie Luca and..."
Dessi Di Mar
"This is a wonderful brother and sister Italian team offering 100 tons of passion! To keep it fun they change the menu every night and focus on what..."
Pamela McOnie
"I always try something new when I visit True Italic, and everything tastes better than the last, what an amazing..."
Clayton January
"Gracie Mille! Wonderful osteria, food excellent, the brother and sister very friendly. A taste of Italy in Cape..."
Didier Falomi
"Amazing food, beautiful place to spend an evening or..."
Lyle Anderson
"We would like to thank Luca and True Italic for a fantastic evening with 25+ of our friends and family in the party venue located in the restaurant..."
Willem Fourie
""Luca", "Luca", "Luca" is all I read in the reviews before visiting True Italic, run by the very man himself and the Pasquale family. I inquisitively..."
AA Connoisseur
"Every time we come to True Italic, we are blown away by how authentically homely and "Italian" our experience is. No-frills good food that tempts you..."
Luca Di Pasquale
"GOOD AS ALWAYSIt's my 4th visit to True Italic and the food has always been amazing. It is very rare in Cape Town to find a restaurant with a..."
Beatrice
"Phenomenal food, service and atmosphere!If youā€™re on the hunt for some flavorful Italian food, youā€™ll definitely find it on 15 bree..."
Auriel Yonker
"AM I IN ITALY OR SOUTH AFRICA? Being Italian, I can assure the authenticity of this place. Chef Luca really take..."
Andrea Loi
"It is definitely the most authentic Italian restaurant I've ever tried. Luca's homemade pasta makes you feel in Italy. We tried also the pumpkin..."
Francesca Chicca Lucianelli
"A HOME AWAY FROM HOME!I'll be honest, I hate reviewing, normally I think everyone has different tastes, but I have to make an exception..."
Leonardo Angelucci
"Simply poetic!!!!Ā As an Italian living abroad I often get asked the question, where can one find really good italian food. The answer is..."
Alberto
"FANTASTICO!!!The best italian restaurant I've ever tried abroad!! It's like being home.The menu changes every day, homemade pasta,..."
Benedetta Giugliano
"Beyond any doubt my fav Italian restaurant in South Africa! From the delicious food, to the cozy interiors, to the Woden tables and candles..."
Francesca Gargaglia
"The venue is beautiful - the inside is very rustic, a complete surprise from the unassuming exterior. The venue was far too hot as there is..."
Damien Jack Anderson
"Great food. Rustic vibes which is perfect for date night. We had the ravioli and gnocchi which were absolutely devine. The flavours were very unique,..."
Sandy Mariaye
"My experience at True Italic was one to remember. The home-made Italian sausage gnocchi is an absolute must and pairs perfectly with the Italian red..."
Robert Koen
"This is easily one of my favourite restaurants. Excellent location tucked away at the bottom of Bree Street. Amazing ambience. It's got an..."
Kgothatso Meka
"Consistently good, authentic, high quality Italian food. Luca brings something refreshing and different to the Cape Town restaurant scene. My husband..."
Simone Izzard
"True Italian food but be ready for extremely noisy hard sounding Italian music, asked several time for more traditional. Even paid extra for live..."
Mark Coumbes
"Had a good experience at this gorgeous restaurant the other night. There is ample parking in Breƫ street, seating isn't a problem and the staff are..."
Nabeelah Shaboodien
"The food was delicious and paired so well with the Italian wine. The fresh made pasta was so good! Staff was attentive and super friendly! Very..."
Veena Naran
"Booked a table for 4, our waitress was very knowledgeable and happy to answer all the questions about all the different cheeses and how everything..."
Jess Abrams
"True Italian feel to it. The deco was authentic and made you feel like you were sitting somewhere in Italy. The food was delish. (And they have a..."
Rebecca Starke
"There is something about this Italian restaurant that makes it more authentic than all the rest in Cape Town.The decor is really awesome,..."
Nicole Vrede
"Really great. We have enough pizza/pasta italian restaurants in South Africa and its a real treat to be exposed to traditional fresh and creative..."
Jason Liepner
"Authentic & delicious food, friendly service, great atmosphere (free of any of the Cape Town pretentiousness that lurks in the CBD)... my third time..."
Katie Roller
"What a lovely experience!! I thought I was back in Atrani, Italy!!The atmosphere makes for a wonderful dining experience. The service is..."
Christine Du Toit
"Misleading from the outside... amazing on the inside. Spent a great evening here for a birthday celebration. We tried three different starters which..."
Teryn Francis
"āœ”ļø Rustic atmosphere āœ”ļø Seasonal menuāœ–ļøāœ”ļø google the words you do not understand (the Italian ones - do not..."
Lauren Kim
"Authentic. A hidden gem. A true Osteria del Capo.Unless you knew about this place, you may in fact overlook the nondescript entrance and..."
Lindie White
"Fabulous!!!!! Fabulous!!!! The food here was outstanding- incredible service and interaction from the waiter about the food. They even allow you to..."
Jemal
"I lived in Italy for a while and have never managed to get proper Italian food again. Since last night. The food and vibe at True Italic is as close..."
Catharina
"Very cool place with an awesome vibe. Love the old vintage italian feeling you get when you walk in. Came here for a 21st and really enjoyed how the..."
JonJon Clark
"I'd been wanting to try True Italic for some time so was thrilled that a spur of the moment decision resulted in an available table. The wine..."
Melissa Sanderson
"Wow wow wow. Real Italian place. Rustic and authentic. Just like in Italy. Fresh food, nice ambiance. Small menu which changes everyday. Decent..."
Alan Tucker
"True Italic has a wonderful space and great atmosphere. The meals are 100% authentic and all the ingredients are fantastic! The anchovy pasta and..."
Kirsty Donald
"Went to this restaurant after the first day of the rugby sevens . Had a platter of mixed Italian meats, cheeses etc.. which was very tasty. We all..."
Ashley
"(OK...before I start the review...some personal historical context is necessary. I was born in Johannesburg, but spent 2/3 of every year in London,..."
James Costello
"I've been reading great reviews on True Italic and was super excited when we just arrived and they had a table for us. The restaurant runs longways..."
Sharon Malan
"I really enjoyed this little restaurant with its genuine Italian feel. Ā I like the idea of a one page menu for today (see picture). Ā I had the..."
Kevin Brooks
"Best gnocchi in the world! Service is excellent, the menu is great. A hidden gem. Casual but intimate. Lovely Italian wines on the menu. Good value..."
Geraldean Howes
"I enjoyed going to this cute rustic Italian restaurant in the CBD. The food was genuinely authentic although the portions were quite small. I..."
Warren Bernard
"Food is delicious. The gnocchi with gorgonzola is amazing - like eating little clouds! Service was great as well. Only problem i have to report is..."
Blyda De Waal
"Great restaurant - ticks all the boxes. I like how authentic it is/feels. The food was amazing! Interesting wine list. Fantastic service and vibe in..."
Lauren Leigh
"Enjoyable authentic Italian dinning. Owned and efficiently run by Chef Luca and Natasha Di Pasquale, a friendly on the ball brother and sister team..."
Dean Finkelstein
"I love this place. True Italian food with fresh ingredients. We are always warmly welcomed by one of the owners. The service is very good and the..."
Dawid Augustyn
"Brilliant new Italian place. Family-run, authentic, and comfortable feel. Very reasonable prices, and such a warm, inviting atmosphere...."
Christopher Mc Arthur
"This restaurant has been around for 6 years and I heard about it for the first time just two days ago! I think I must have just woken up from a deep..."
Craig Nain
"Talk about Authentic Great Italian cuisine run by 2 brothers who actually are Italian, you can hear them as they converse and check on..."
Katlego Neteru ISIS Mojapelo
"Love pasta? Then you'll love True Italic! It's got a classic old school Italian restaurant feel, great place for a date night. The food was great,..."
Aidan van Vuuren
"This spot has always been high on my list for Italian food. The different sauces that are excellently paired with a particular kind of homemade pasta..."
kimberley canning
"Simple, rustic decor, great home style food and excellent service. Unpretentious, relaxed atmosphere with decent prices. Very easy to become a..."
Chantal Simons
"What a hidden gem, although it looks small from outside, there is a hidden basement stored underneath. True Italian style and the Pasta with muscles..."
Candice Manuel
"5 star food quality, flavor and presentation. Interesting venue and decor. Problem.. Portions are ridiculously small which drops the restaurant to a..."
Gregg B
"The absolute best Italian food this side of the world. Every dish has soul, love and care. The owner, Luca's hospitality and cooking definitely shows..."
Sean Welgemoed
"Pleasant atmosphere with traditional food, had a lovely meal and joyful evening. Passed on the slightly pricey (R250+) wine selection but luckily..."
Karel Scott
"Very interesting and tasty food. Loved the tagliatelle with anchovies and the porcini cushions (but skipped the scallops which are from frozen). Our..."
David Finch
"This review is an indication of the wholistic experience and not only the cuisine. Service here was good, not excellent. Food is excellent, light on..."
Nicolas Katsapas
"First time impressions lasts wow.... Ill be back, pasta was out of this world vibe atmosphere Was awsome as..."
Theo Van Rensburg
"Great Italian restaurant with a menu that has been in place for many years. Tagliata sirloin is my favourite. Gelato with espresso dessert is..."
Dave De Jongh
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