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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
"Iāve 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
"Itās 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 Pās 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 itās 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
Burrata
85
/100 (7166 ratings)
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"Best Naples pizza in Cape Town. Lovely place, amazing pizza and fantastic dessert! Very very interesting wine list selection..."
Dessi Di Mar
"Popped in for a quick salad, but the manager recommended a Pizza '(served in 15min), which was absolutely devine, light and easy meal... Service was..."
Tanya Williams
"Beautiful warm winter atmosphere with the food always at its best. The pasta with pulled pork was outstanding, the amount of meat very..."
Paula Joubert
"Personnel chaleureux et attentionnƩ.Un bon travail d'Ʃquipe qui se ressent dans les plats.Tout les plats sont faits devant les clients.Waouh !..."
Julie Hoa
"Friendly, fast service and truly delicious food! Cool location..."
Lee Hitge
"Great food,staff and service! I recomend the..."
Ninnie Juhlin
"What an amazing meal I had last night! The gnocchi was superb; our waitress was super friendly; and the restaurant itself is cosy and intimate. ..."
Melissa Meesh May
"Great service, good food and very good..."
Ivan Mostert
"Wonderful setting, wonderful food, wonderful wine - it was a wonderful night Thank You Burrata! We will be back very..."
Kat Alice Coetzee
"Great visit back in January 2015. Great food, wine and..."
Bjarki Helgason
"Amazing food and amazing people.Great..."
Jani Swart
"What an amazing night, from the burrata starter, through to the 3 pizzas we polished and the well chosen wines..."
Rolene Lightbody
"My partner and I found a voucher on Hyperli for two for pizza at Burrata. It was a really great deal because we wouldn't have normally have been able..."
Aleya Banwari
"New favorite pizza spot in Cape Town š Cosy vibe, and the most unreal pizza with a delicious base with the best kind of crust & great sauce...."
Lee Burrell
"By far one of my favorite pizzas in Cape Town, friendly staff and a really nice atmosphere! Will definitely be back for that delicious pizza. You can..."
Pen Trevena
"Really a 3 score, my margherita lacked soul. Itās like the chef had his āgone fishingā sign on the door and left his new apprentice in charge...."
Aletha Jeftha
"Wow! I heard great things about the pizza and was not disappointed , had the burrata for starters and pizza for mains. Everything is so good..."
Kashira Naidoo
"So I happen to love all things Italian and let me just burrata never lets me down when it comes to pizza theyāre dough itās light and fluffy and..."
Raeesah Ebrahim
"Delicious food. Excellent recommendations from Hilton, a most professional, friendly and efficient waiter. I had the gnocchi - small but super..."
Lynsay Sampson
"I am always in the hunt for pizza places that make great Neapolitan pizzasBurrata is definitely on the listPity I live in Johannesburg..."
Sergio Michele Acquisto
"I always love eating here! The food is delicious and fresh and not too fussy. Good homemade Italian. Lovely ambience. Good service. You will enjoy..."
Caroline
"Whilst wondering around the Old Biscuit Mill on Saturday we decided to forgo the extremely busy food market in lieu of the quiet, peaceful atmosphere..."
Sumendra Chetty
"Went for dinner with friends. Food is amazing. My friend is vegan and gluten free and they made an amazing dish for her. The wine selection is out of..."
Aninnj89
"The Service was excellent, Jean (hope I'm spelling it correctly) was on point with his recommendations and attentive, prices were super reasonable,..."
Shamera Daniels
"Well well well, this evening turned into a very pleasant surprise. Myself and two other friends had early dinner plans in town, however due to Cape..."
Kposselwhite
"Absolutely delicious food. All 3 pasta orders at our table were met with happy nods of approval. Springbok shank rigatoni - a hit with an uber..."
Janice Hudson-Windsor
"Undoubtedly the best pizza I have ever ever had - don't think I will be the same again. I am considering never eating pizza again coz I don't think..."
Byron Anthony Morris
"I've been to Burrata twice now and have been thoroughly impressed with the food on both visits. On my most recent one,Ā I had the arancini with..."
Zinhle Ntuli
"I am lucky enough to live in close to burrata so I am able to order from them through Uber eats. All I have to say is they make my favorite pizza in..."
Iman Bawa
"Food is incredible. Staff are very prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. Tortellini as a starter - the flavour is something to be reckoned. Amazing..."
Jamie Kelly
"Pleasantly surprised. Burrata turns pizza and pasta into a feast for the eyes and palate. And at a fraction of the price of their Neighbouring..."
Johan Labuschagne
"Burrata has an elegant atmosphere and the staff are always warm and welcoming. It's a great place for pizza and their margarita is reasonably priced..."
Uressa Chetty
"We went for supper. Had the arancini balls for starters which were great. We had 2 pizzas, the prawn n calamari and the pulled pork. Hands down the..."
Lenita Johan
"Beautiful pizzeria and meat deli! Ordered 6 take away pizzas! Restuarant was packed and they cared for the take out orders with great service and..."
Andrew Raeburn
"90 seconds. That's how long they cook probably the best pizza you'll ever have in their 480Ā°C Italian oven. If you're stuck, have the one..."
Kyle-Peter Hauptfleisch
"Managed to get a last minute table at Burrata on a Saturday evening . The starters were great, the squid and risotto balls are divine Ā , however the..."
Jeff Fernandes
"My boyfriend and I celebrated a special occasion here recently and I must say I wasn't overly impressed. We had heard so much about these amazing..."
Monique Wyndham
"Went here for a small dinner function, was really impressed by the service, being just a few steps away from The Test Kitchen and Potluck, I think..."
Murray Lovemore
"Great stopover in the city. Loved the tapas style dishes and the pizza. Great wines by the glass. Wish we leaved closer to this restaurant to make it..."
Karine Dequeker
"I've been here twice. The restaurant has a really warm & cosy atmosphere. Their pizzas are really recommendable Ā as well as their wine..."
Marcus Christiansen
"Just like it's sister restaurant, Burrata really embellished real Italian food. The prosecco was excellent and we shared a pizza and a pasta.It..."
Kieran Pearce
"Burrata at the Old Biscuit Mill has popularly been voted as one of Cape Townās top Italian eateries, and a visit to this spot will surely explain..."
I Love Foodies
"We went here two nights ago for my Dad's birthday and really enjoyed it. Whilst it is not a steak joint by any means (one option), the meat was made..."
Adrian Ciesielski
"Great pizzas! The ingredients were fresh and I loved how flavourful the pizza base was! Quite pricey, although considering its location that comes as..."
Rrbex Noms
"Burrata at the Old Biscuit Mill has popularly been voted as one of Cape Townās top Italian eateries, and a visit to this spot will surely explain..."
I Love Foodies
"Lovely place to go to for dinner. Amazing warm and welcoming atmosphere with great, attentive service. Ordered the cauliflower pops for starters and..."
Taste_buds_sa
"Omg. Cauliflower poppers with basil pesto, margherita pizza with salami, gnocchi with bacon and broccoli, spicy lamb balls with quinoa, FAULTLESS...."
TASTEXPLORER
"One of the best pizzas if not the best I have ever had. Olivia had the gnocchi which I reluctantly sampled and was so surprised. Brilliantly soft,..."
Peter Johnson
"I'm always excited to visit the Old Biscuit Mill, whether it be enjoying tapas at The Pot Luck Club or walking around the Saturday market. With the..."
The Foodie Corner
"We were treated to an exceptional meal on Saturday at Burrata.Ā First, with a combination of starters: lamb meatballs with a quinoa salad,..."
Sarah Daly
"I really enjoyed Burrata! Their pizzas were delicious, although a little on the pricy side. You'll need to be prepared for a drier pizza if you're..."
Mandy Jones
"Burrata was nice as far as pizzas go. Flavours were good. Would have preferred a thinner and crispier base though. Great decor. Service was..."
Nishela Ramgoolam
"I experienced one of the best pizzas in my lifetime and the secret is definitely in the higher quality of ingredients used. I had the Prosciutto e..."
Bryan House
"Tried this Woodstock hotspot for the first time for my brother-in-law to be's 25th birthday and it was the most delightful experience! Such a unique..."
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
"Burrata is a trendy Italian restaurant in Woodstock's Old Biscuit Mill. The decor gives it a modern, clean and contemporary feel and the menu lists..."
Bronwills
"Heard great things about Burrata and we were not disappointed. To start with the service is absolutely brilliant, the manager/sommelier seemed to..."
Dino
"Wow! Super impressed with the pizzas from Buratta. It's tucked away in the old biscuit mill. The dough is out of this world..just like a true naples..."
Iman Haffajee
"The sophisticated but warm atmosphere make Burrata one of my favourite dining experinces. It is advised to book in advance. As a..."
Jaynisha Patel
"Had the rigatoni with short rib and roast pepper ragu, was quite good they also have delicious pizzas. They have a great selection of wines...."
Rose Marie Pereira
"Pizza was absolutely delicious. Truly Italian base with beautiful tomato base. Service from the manger was phenomenal not as great from the waitress...."
Claudio
"My oh my. This place is devine. The service is so friendly. The food. The gnocchi is light, fluffy and like eating a cloud. The pizza was..."
Glen Hunt
"My wife and I always wanted to go to Burrata as it was voted the best Italian restaurant in South Africa. We were fortunate enough to get a walk in..."
Epicurean Republic
"Had a serious pizza craving so followed the reviews to Burrata. Downside, you cannot add extras to your pizza and there are limited options. My..."
Dayi
"We were spending our Saturday morning wandering around the Old Biscuit Mill, and after being a little tired of bumping into people in the crowded..."
Leah Feiger
"A lovely cosy restaurant that's perfect for winter. The pizzas are delicious and authentic. I would recommend the slow cooked short rib pasta, it's..."
Sapna Naik
"A simple yet sophisticated restaurant at the old biscuit mill. It's really an experience dining at Burrata because the menu and the food is very..."
Garth Balabanoff
"Quaint, comforting and classy. Burrata is not what you would expect from your average Italian restaurant - it's way better. Flavours are simple yet..."
Bronwyn Esterhuizen
"Wonderful and truly delicious food, friendly and knowledgeable staff and cosy yet edgy decor! The pizza and ravioli were especially good! Loved every..."
Marijke Duminy
"Best pork belly ever. Try the trafford Pinot.... Damn fine . Great enviro. Parking at night is secure. Friendly staff. Awesome raw ingredients and a..."
Dawnrowlandsstockdale
"Having worked next to Burrata since they opened I can't believe it took me this long to finally come eat here.I've been to Bocca and..."
Markus Fiedler
"If you want an INCREDIBLE duck dish you absolutely must try Burrata! It was an absolute treat! I would pair Burrata with a cold winters day and glass..."
Roxanne Boyes
"The perfect restaurant for a good Italian meal. Burrata is located in the Old Biscuit Mill In Woodstock and I visited on a busy Saturday afternoon..."
Roxanne Bamboat
"Burrata is a really great modern Italian restaurant with some great pizzas and mains on the menu. Dishes are a little small in portion size so don't..."
MyCityByNight.co.za
"We had possibly the best pizza we've ever had at Burrata and will definitely visit them again because the overall experience was exceptional. The..."
Jager Sisters
"Fantastic evening out, very well taken care of in terms of service and menu options, wine list options definitely will ensure a repeat visit to this..."
Brian
"Went to Burrata for lunch. Shared a pizza and found the food delicious. The wine list was extensive and the waiter we had was knowledgable and gave..."
Travis
"Amazing food and wines in the wonderful biscuit mill. The wine list is really extensive, the veal sweetbread is stunning and the burrata really good...."
Guillermo Van Veen
"Went to the restaurant for the first time last night. Had a great meal. The pizzas are incredible. I had the butternut ravioli which was incredible...."
Andrea Herman
"Hands down my favourite pizza in Cape Town. Great wine list as well. Cool setting...."
Alwiena Van Veen
"If you like pizza and pasta, you have to make a stop here. Chewy, delicious pizza bases, super soft meat dishes and intense flavored charcuterie,..."
Struan De Bellelay-Bourquin
"Burrata is a rare find in Cape Town. It has a warm and comfortable ambience with fantastic service. The risotto dish and burrata pizza were both..."
Rebecca Goble
"Difficult restaurant to rate. Wine list is outstanding but exceptionally expensive. Food is not so overpriced and is very good, but I wouldn't go so..."
Nick Paul
"The old biscuit mill has a great amount of charm on its own. So Burrata already has a good platform. The restaurant is tastefully..."
Allan Moita
"Lunch was not on my mind, but as I walked past Burrata and smelt the wood burning pizza oven, I hesitated, and my rubber arm was twisted by a waiter..."
Anita Shapiro
"Amazing place to visit when you have the chance. They have many food stalls with communal tables, interesting local products and even vintage items..."
Maxine Y
"Very vibrant market in Cape Town,awesome DJs.variety of food stalls and clothing.Go there take your time to walk around to see everything and support..."
mpumelelo pinky
"Loved the atmosphere and variety of food on sale. It was an actual, proper diverse crowd of locals and tourists and one of the few places I visited..."
Elizabeth Taiwo
"After looking at the reviews, we decided to check this place out anyways. They were right, It seems most of action happens on Saturday, but since we..."
Mom&Dad CaribbeanLife
"Good place to have food.. There is a DJ that will let you dance during your lunch.. Good to visit Some shops there is like leather, clothes and..."
Obaid Al Ajmani
"Lovely food stalls, some are hit and miss so try them all out. I enjoyed the halal Korean food place that also does Boba. Thereās a place that..."
Feyaza Khan
"Personnally the food made it for me! I enjoyed the Ghanaian jollof rice and plantain. Some cocktails were so gooood like amatropicana. You should..."
Lyvanne I. M
"Great food & drinks and awesome stores. Weekend vibes..."
C P (Clinton)
"Finally went to the Old Biscuit Mill, and I can say I've been missing out. The prices, the vibe, and the experience was like no other. It is similar..."
Nosipho Mthembu
"Having a delicious cup of coffee and watching the sun rise from my table outside...breakfast special includes this coffee. Great, friendly service!..."
Lynn-Joy Isaacs
Cafe Paradiso
85
/100 (3205 ratings)
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Seaford Pasta
Meringue
Flapjack Breakfast
Calamari
Halloumi
Paradise Tiramisu
Risotto
Cakes
Gorgonzola Pear and Walnut Salad
Tuna
Veal and Linguine Alfredo
Calamares
Fried Chicken Burger
Lamb
Kids Pizza
Sandwiches
Pesto
Corn Fritters
Burger
Fish
Cheesecake
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Eggs Benedict
Antipasti
Pizza Margherita
Beef
Pork Belly
Omelette
Cocktails
Toasts
Toast
Fillet steak
Not Just a Coffee
Ostrich Carpaccio
Salad
seafood platter
Cheesecakes
Braised Beef Short Rib Served with Truffle Polenta Fine Green Beans
Chili
Sit down
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Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
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Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
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Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
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"I had my Birthday breakfast with a few important people in my life and Cafe Paradiso helpt make my day extra special the warm welcome on arrival to..."
Kerschia Jaftha
"Amazing view with delicious breakfast. My lil one was making cupcakes and gingerbread biscuits in the kitchen. What warm hearted place. Thanks to..."
Carey Bollaert
"On arrival I got greated with a warm welcome. The staff was amazing with impeccable service. The food is a from a different world, especially the rib..."
Tersius van Rhyn
"Fantastic venue, food and view. I felt for our Server as I think they were understaffed it being 2 Jan as he was running between many..."
Louise Wyldbore
"Amazing atmosphere. Good food. Excellent service. And......our little yorkie could also join us without any..."
Emille Reid
"If it werenāt for the fact I only ever order the same dish and so havenāt had a proper try of the menu, this place would be 5 stars for sure...."
Alicen Munn
"Cafe Paradiso, this is a great spot if youāre looking for a spot of lunch on a summer day, the food is always great, I almost always opt for the..."
Gabriel Hair
"really love this place! Always a nice ambience and their specials can be to die for. It is nice to sit outside and admire the trees and view but need..."
Samantha Dos Santos
"We go years back with Cafe Paradiso, from birthday dinners to Breakfasts, to friends' reunions to random lunches during a weekday...It's an..."
Tsepang & Thapelo
"I have been to Cafe Paradiso for breakfast and a light lunch. For breakfast I had the eggs benedict and lunch the salmon bagel. I really enjoyed both..."
Danika
"An amazing restaurant with the most beautiful outdoor garden setting. Came here for a friendās birthday, we were seated outside in the garden which..."
Nadia Beverley Abrahams
"CafĆ© Paradiso has, since the first time I dined there two years ago, remained a firm favourite ā a fact that would appear to be true for many..."
Nicole VR
"Had a light breakfast- eggs Benedict on a croissant and avo on toast. I had asked for soft eggs but got hard instead sadly. There is nothing too wow..."
Rachael Laura Wahl
"Such a gem located on Kloof street! Have only ever gone for breakfast a few times and salmon eggs Benedict is a winner for those who love a good eggs..."
Lauren Laa Hebbs
"Myself, My mom and son went there yesterday morning for a delicious breakfast with an amazing view. My lil one was in the kitchen baking cupcakes and..."
Carey Bollaert
"Great food and our waitress, Precious, was just the best - an asset to the restaurant. Cafe Paradiso has a good, chilled vibe going on. Well executed..."
Under The Trees Garden Cafe
"Wonderful food, lovely atmosphere for dinner (not as many unruly kids running around as we'd feared). Service was friendly but appallingly slow...."
Katy Pea
"The food was delicious and expertly prepared. I tucked into the short rib which was fall of the bone tender. My wife had house made pumpkin ravioli..."
Jonathan Abrams
"Gosh this place is so lovely .the waitress eve was great .she entertained our kids and gave us such a nice time there .the food was really good...."
Ashleigh
"Good food and excellent service. I really liked the set up of the restaurant and the amount of dining space they have to offer. I enjoyed a halloumi..."
Kaitlyn Williams
"Definitely a great place for a family dinner. Hubbles chose the spot for our eldest's birthday š celebration š She had some friends and..."
BronJC
"Had dinner at Cafe Paradiso and thoroughly enjoyed our meal! The steak was perfectly cooked and tender but the favorite dishes have to be the pastas...."
Kriyanka Naidoo
"The atmosphere is inviting and our particular night the manegerres was present and helpful. The waitrons knew the menu well and we were served..."
Jaryd Kay
"Update: returned for an early dinner. The place was super packed, but I was still accommodated without a reservation. I was seated in the courtyard..."
Aletha Jeftha
"Great to sit outdoors and enjoy the rays :) had the full herb chicken. Divine! I tried a friend's tuna dish which was equally as..."
D
"This place is great. We had pasta which was excellent all round. The service also very good. Nice view of the mountain if you get a seat outside..."
Stelios Chasou
"Good service and awesome vibe! I had the buffet which was such a good deal and the food was top quality and delicious! Can't wait to go back..."
Lucy McGhie
"I'd heard lots of good things about cafe paradiso over the past year and tonight I was spontaneously treated to a nice evening here. I was torn..."
Kposselwhite
"After seeing a picture on Instagram of the Eggs Benedict I decided to head off to Cafe Paradiso to check it out myself. Being part of the..."
Chris Rafael
"Always great to go here but our table wasnt ready when we arrived,half the chairs were broken or about to break, first coffee was cold and the food..."
Michele Koopmann
"We went here for breakfast and ordered French toast with bacon and strawberries and omelet with mushrooms. I must say this is one of the best..."
Kavana Anand
"Had a family dinner here to celebrate my younger sisters birthday. Everyone was very pleased with their food. Our waiter was also great and extremely..."
Samantha
"Food is fantastic, the pastas and open sandwiches very well made. A great place for a leisurely lunch. Kids enjoyed the baking play in the..."
Tomloxn
"I visited paradiso a while ago I don't know why it's taken me this long to review it. Best pasta in town hands down! Inexpensive bottles of wine..."
Mosa Mashati
"Cafe Paradiso is one of my favourite spots in town. The food is amazing and the atmosphere cozy. The only thing short of a 5 star experience was our..."
Jason
"Cafe Paradiso is the perfect breakfast or brunch spot. The service is great, the food? Even better. I love their poached egg coupled up with a well..."
Mandisa Nduli
"Gorgeous spot and also great for birthday parties. The kids can make their own cookies, pizza or cupcakes. The staff is great with the children. We..."
Jessy Lipperts
"I can promise you won't be disappointed. Our waiter Nick is beyond amazing, took us through the menu and service is amazing. The food is..."
Theoca Voges
"Such a great date venue as it feels like an Italian villa and is lit by candlelight. I am obsessed with the chicken pesto pasta. Their cocktails and..."
Jenna Rodd
"An out of this world experience! I went there for my 40th birthdayšWe could not have chosen a better place. All the waiters were so friendly and..."
Reza Marvasti
"So after struggling to make a reservation via landline (called about 4 times with no answer) we resorted to email and prayed someone would receive..."
Nicol Miller
"I found the staff to be quite obnoxious, and our waitress kept on wondering off while taking our orders. Granted it was to find things out, but she..."
Gabriel Stein
"The service and the food were lovely. I was so impressed by the staff as I arrived without a booking but they still made every effort to seat me and..."
Zandi Mgutshini
"Feeling a bit freaky and want a different experiment with excellent food? Check this place out! Mouth watering and scrumptious food...."
Scarlett
"A gem from the Madame Zingara group - absolutely beautiful location. Sit outside on a sunny day if you can. Their antipasti boards as well as their..."
Francesca Favero
"I absolutely love coming here. The food is of high quality, and the combinations on the plates go together so well! They have a..."
Tiffany Lara Elliott
"Had a great lunch here. Our waiter was on the ball, giving us recommendations and working super fast despite multiple tables. Had the puttanesca..."
Bame Modungwa
"One of those gems that you have to visit in Cape Town upper Kloof street. The food is on point. They have cool activities for kids in the..."
Lyle Julius
"I had heard that Cafe Paradiso is a great spot to take the young ones to make their own cupcakes, cookies or pizzas. I took my little cousin there..."
Kyla Meyerson
"I came to this Cape Town gem, tucked away at the top of Kloof Street, for breakfast on a rainy Friday morning. Their classic omelette with..."
Danieljake
"Man! One of my regulars - fantastic setting, lovely vibe. Staff are always super efficient and friendly. Their wines are reasonably priced and they..."
Pia Harris
"have recently been here for breakfasts, and quite enjoyed it. Beautiful setting and kiddie friendly. The dishes are well priced and breakfasts are..."
Chetna Black
"I recommend this spot to any couple looking for a romantic spot in the city. The food is beyond yummy and the ambience is as romantic as it comes. If..."
Crystal Espin
"This place is a winner from the moment you step through the door. The atmosphere is as inviting as its staff. I wasn't entirely sure who our waiter..."
Melanie Du Toit
"Super chilled set-up, catering for all types. Had the delicious butternut and sweet potato gnocchi as mains and my partner had perfectly al dente..."
Janice Hudson-Windsor
"Delicious food! Fantastic wine. Excellent service. This is an old favourite that's been around for about 25 years. I remember coming here with my..."
Zani Bormann
"One of my all time favorites. Warm cosy dining environment- however summer on the lawn under the trees is my all time favorite. Their menu much like..."
TerryCPT
"Went for a late breakfast and decided on their classic omelette. Friendly staff and beautiful setting outside with a breathtaking view of the..."
ShinƩad
"Delicious food, excellent service and beautiful setting. Lovely al fresco dining and kiddie friendly! The hosts went all out to accommodate a very..."
Zeenat Patel
"5th in line today....Madame Zingara in tour....Gorgeous setting in Kloof street. Lovely atmosphere.....good service....quality..."
Marentia Van Kasterop
"One can never go wrong with Madam Zingara. Arrived without a booking and received a warm welcome and a great seating. Food was amazing. Had the..."
Tiffany Heeger
"For ages I've been longing to go to this legendary restaurant on Kloof street. It seemed almost magical - tucked between trees, with an almost..."
The Foodie Corner
"Risotto doesnt count as refined carbs on Tuesdays. This was a taste experience beyond the ordinary. Ambience is good. Service is..."
Wynand RabƩ
"Perfecto.... if you are looking for romantic, to experience a food with flavour and to feel like you are overseas... please goooo!!! I fell..."
Nadia Janse Van Rensburg
"I can honestly say that Cafe Paradiso served me the best gnocchi I've ever had. The leafy and country-like setting transports one to a garden..."
Marcia Relling
"Cafe paradiso is great place to eat that consistently serves good food. Been there several times and never disappointed. Kids get to make..."
Jonathan
"Such a beautiful setting! Was my first time ever at Cafe paradiso. Took quite a while for the cocktails to arrive we got them after the food arrived..."
Kelsey Brown
"Awesome spot for a relaxing Sunday lunch. Had sweet potato & butternut gnocchi with quattro formaggio, boyfriend had burger with grilled coppa -..."
Leigh Pieterse
"Superb setting one of the only open air dining places with views of table mountain Super starters great food very friendly waitersBest..."
George Du Toit
"The staff here is always friendly and quick and immaculately cheek-boned, and I am only ever here when I am hungover and dying and a puddling wreck..."
Ben Rhys
"A few weeks back we sought out a beautiful place to have a good solid breakfast with friends from across the waters. Cafe paradiso it was and even..."
Jade Nichole Johnson
"Superb, amazing and delicious. As vegetarians my wife I had enough choice and were blown away by each dish. The gnocchi dish is a must - it is truly..."
Dhrupal Amin
"Fantastic Sunday breakfast at this eclectic Gardens favourite, situated in a converted heritage house with a stone covered courtyard. Creative dishes..."
Ryan Goodman
"Such a great place for breakfast with a view! One of the few places on Kloof str with a view of the mountain. Don't forget to book a table - they are..."
Gillian
"This place never fails me, to date I have been there about 4 times if memory serves, and have not received bad service at all, cafe paradiso is..."
Chad Rutter
"Excellent food stop option and is a treat for the kids as well! They get to bake cup cakes or make their own pizza's. The chicken burger was..."
Mark Van Den Berg
"We sat outside at Paradiso and it was really lovely! We had both the veg and meat antipasti platters which were really really great. The waiter was..."
Claudia Penny
"Busy time of year in Cape Town and even though we hadn't booked (lunchtime on a Tuesday!) we were still seated - outside where we requested. Not 10..."
Janice Kelvin Leibowitz
"Popped in for a later brekkie, served until 12. I had the eggs Benedict with salmon, absolutely delicious. Aragon had the Farmhouse brekkie with..."
Mayola Van Dyk
"Simply stunning dishes served in such a beautiful setting. My only gripe was that the seating arrangement can be squashed if you have a big crowd -..."
Darshik Garach
"Lovely classic eatery with a solid history behind it. Visited for dinner and we ordered the seafood risotto, gnocchi for mains and fried squid for..."
FG
"I have been to Cafe Paradiso a number of times over the years, and especially during the time that we took my young son to the restaurant. It..."
James W
"Super fantastic food in a fabulous atmosphere. One of our fav. restaurants in Cape Town eben during load..."
Moritz Tellmann
"Awesome food, great service, and the pizza baking for the kids in the kitchen is such a simply yet fantastic way to keep the kids..."
Mathias Schuetz
"Had a lovely time at this beautiful restaurant. The weather was amazing so it made for the perfect outdoor dining, chilling and drinking experience...."
Nevin Thebus
"I try to go here every time when I visit Cape Town, which is about once every two years. Always delicious, always very professional staff, always an..."
Bert Roefs
"Eclectic and pleasant. Was a little bit of a heavy atmosphere for me. Some will love it, some not so much. Still worth a visit though. Definitely has..."
Buyisiwe Shongwe
"Out of this world. If you have not been there then you have not eaten in Cape Town. Buttermilk chicken burger best so far I tasted. Service..."
Gaman chibba
"What an experience with Table mountain right by the entrance. This little gem is certainly one for the books. I can count on my one hand the amount..."
Dawie Greyling
"We went here for breakfast and ordered French toast with bacon and strawberries and omelet with mushrooms. I must say this is one of the best French..."
Kavana Anand
Il Leone Mastrantonio
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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. Weāve 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 āpasta 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
"Iāve 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 weāre looking for a quick bite to eat they prawn pasta is super yummy itās 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
"āSensationalā doesnāt 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
"Iām 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 š 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 š 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, donāt ever eat steak here, it is too salty. I donāt 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
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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! Iāll 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 youāre on the hunt for some flavorful Italian food, youāll 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
"āļø Rustic atmosphere āļø Seasonal menuāļøāļø 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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