TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Posticino

89/100 (3040 ratings)

Restaurants

European

Mediterranean

Italian

Mediterranean

European

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Pizza

Italian

Pizza

Vegan Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Gluten Free Options

Dinner

Lunch

After-hours

Regina Pizza with Extra Feta Cheese

Vegan Version of Posticcino Pizza Cheeseless and with Extra Fresh Tomato

Tiramisu

Caprese Salad

Butternut Squash Ravioli

Lasagne

Pizza Quattro Stagioni

Quattro Stagioni Pizza

Pesto

Pasta

Contadina

Lasagna

Salad

Calamari

Pizza Margherita

Calzone

Calamares

Cassata

Chocolate cake

Salmon

Chicken & Avo Salad

Linguine

Veal Limone

Carbonara Pasta

Rosé Pasta

Garlic and Chili

Panna Pizza

Beef Ravioli with Napoletana Sauce

Sit down

Italian

Pizza

Mediterranean

European

Seating

Table Service

Serves Alcohol

Highchairs Available

Full Bar

Accepts Credit Cards

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

Takeout

Reservations

Dinner

Lunch

After-hours

Mid-range

"Packed on a Tuesday, which says a lot! Great atmosphere & amazing authentic Italian food!! I had the Wild mushroom & asparagus ravioli with a..."

Paul Ian Uren

"Great food, great ambiance and good service. To top it off - homemade chocolate cake on the house for my daughter's birthday. Will definitely see you..."

Helen Acriviadis

"Always the best pizzas plus my son left his Samsung S6 edge on an outside table with cards and IDs belonging to both him and his girlfriend plus 2..."

Elizabeth von Hollstein

"Best Authentic Italian food in CAPE TOWN. Brilliant service and very reasonable prices. I absolutely adore this..."

Elizabeth Craig

"I can never get enough of the food!! Great service and pleasant experience..."

Dirk Visser

"Friendly calm atmosphere, we all had pizza in different toppings and not one of us were disappointed.... highly..."

Sally Burger

"amazing food, very good and friendly service, must try pepperoni..."

Ravi Kumar

"Super groovy pasta and pizza! Super consistent, so it’s no surprise they’ve been around for years :) great vibe and friendly service, highly..."

Martene Esteves

"Mamma Mia! This restaurant could teach Italy how to make pizza! (I've been there)Vegetarian & Non Vegetarian something for..."

Jackie Tromp

"LOVE the food here, very good.The atmosphere is lacking for me, as it is not a spacious restaurant. However the one in Hout Bay doesn't lack..."

Nicholas_Jon_D

"Some great pizza, very tasty and the tiramisu is light, yet flavourful and not overly drenched in liqueur.The only partial down side was the..."

O-Mizu Satori

"What a lovely restaurant! My partner and I went there around 2 on a Sunday afternoon and I was surprised to find it wasn't full at all. We were..."

Jody Vd Heyde

"Authentic Italian!!! If you’re looking for a heartwarming experience then visit this lovely restaurant. We had focaccia (it was so good we only..."

Aishapaedia

"Sea Point people’s favorite!They have been there for ages! whenever I want to have pizza, I won’t think twice. It gets very very busy..."

GEONHEE KIM

"Best.Pasta.Ever.Wife and I had some amazing times and have gone down to Cape Town to visit; multiple times :)Wine menu is really..."

Wayne Strydom

"I am always super excited whenever I go to Posticino. Two blocks away from home and where my husband took me for our first date 3 years ago. The food..."

Lia CPT

"This cozy little restaurant has become our go to date night spot. We love everything about this place - the service is amazing and the food is..."

Sam Corcoran

"We had a lovely evening here, it was warm and cozy. The table we were given was a bit in the way and the floor boards moved whenever someone walked..."

Amy Wardle

"The food was exceptionally good as I was looking for authentic Italian. I only wish a little that I didn’t feel like I was out of place with the..."

Nihal Jhavary

"Most authentic Italian in Cape Town! Fantastic pizzas and a lovely quaint, homely setting! The owner is just the bomb dignity and the prices are most..."

Haydn Gouldie

"Posticino is one of the few restaurants located on Seapoints busy main road that I’d actually recommend without the fear of noise. There’s..."

Sumendra Chetty

" Best pizza since my childhood days and still going strong! The gluten free pizza matched with a salad makes a good healthy touch and the outdoor..."

Adam Hunter

"I just love postist! Delicious chicken parmesan, pizzas and ravioli. The salads are great to order as a side too and do not forget to have some..."

Yajna Gold

"Great service and even better pizza.We really enjoyed a quick Saturday lunch at this spot. It’s been there for a while and it’s good to know..."

Nooru Harnekar

"Old school. Great pizza. A regular take away option when we're driving through the hood and don't feel like cooking. Recommend you try it at least..."

Supervundu

"Love this place. Friendly staff, gorgeous meals and good value for money. Try the ravioli, it's delicious! By far one of the top Italian places in..."

Lisa Elizabeth

"I phoned and booked here for dinner for my boyfriends birthday. I pre ordered a starter platter and wine to be ready for when we arrive. We arrived..."

Daina Dainz Jackson

"We keep going back because it has never disappointed. Although we hadn't booked, the very cheerful, welcoming maitre 'd showed us to the bar..."

Liz Hartley

"Had a lovely meal here with some great tasting pizza! Nice relaxed atmosphere and great vibe. In the hussel and bussel of Seapoint Cape Town...."

Gerhardt Fourie

"We found this place on sea point during our travels to Capetown..Small, cosy, really helpful staff. Great pizza and some wonderful Al dente..."

Dr.jafferhuseinsura

"Last night was our first ever visit there.It is a real gem.The place was humming yet the staff coped very well.The food was..."

David Wolpert

"This is your perfect Italian family restaurant. I recommend the marinara linguini with an Aurora sauce any day. Their pizza is delicious..."

Carrie-Anne Lones

"Love this place, amazing food every time I've been, service is amazing & always friendly. Came for my birthday & enjoyed the evening at..."

Ross Findlay

"Some lovely pizza and at very reasonable rates. The service is quick and the owner is very courteous. They have pasta options as well. Do try...."

Ajinkya Kale

"Lovely family restaurant with a busy bustling atmosphere. The restaurant was completely full and the service was good and the gnocchi was delicious;..."

Rachel Lowick

"This is a great warm & cozy Italian restaurant to eat at during Winter. We were greeted by our waiter to be and seated soon after. It took a bit of..."

Jaryd Kay

"Delicious, flavourful, authentic Italian cuisine!😍 thoroughly enjoyed my dinner and service was very attentive too. I had the Gnocchi Aurora and..."

Aqeelah Hassim

"Authentic, thin base Italian pizza – the way it should be!I ordered the spinach and ricotta cannelloni which was absolutely delicious. So..."

Danieljake

"Definitely a must for pre-Two Oceans runners. Good for the carbo-loading as the pastas are fantastically tasty. Restaurant can be a bit hectic and..."

Anthony Strydom

"It's just the best. Busy, sure, but for a reason. It is real and comfortable. Pizzas are amazing . Great wine list. Great service. They know what..."

Alexis Schaffler

"Living in Sea Point means Postis is always a staple. I do understand people's frustration with the craziness that comes with peak season but I really..."

Kezia Swanepoel

"My staple diet when I visit Cape Town. It brings back so many memories. It was packed, full of seated and take away guests all laughing, and..."

Natalie Lazaris

"My husband took me to Posticino's on our first date. To be honest, I can't remember what I ate, but I do remember drinking too much wine and being so..."

Stephanie McCabe

"Love this little spot. It's not high-end mind you but I find that I get an enjoyable meal with a decent glass of wine without being ripped off. ..."

David McGlashan

"Posticino's isn't the most modern establishment in town, but it may be unrivaled in value for money. My dinner here was one of the most reasonable..."

Bryan Vally

"Posticinos has been around for quite some time now and it really is a consistently great place. Their pasta is good, but the ultimate pizza winner..."

Francesca Favero

"Three of us went for dinner Sunday evening on the spur of the moment. All three of us had tasty meals. I think I had the best meal out of all three..."

Graeme Bunce

"Bustling and vibrant restaurant with very good food. I had a fantastic veg pizza (olives, asparagus and mushrooms) whilst my boyfriend enjoyed a..."

Jager Sisters

"Went to postincino on Monday evening. Although the food was tasty, I wouldn't go so far to say that it's the best Italian food around - not as good..."

Nicole Zetler Shapiro

"Posticino's is a cute Italian restaurant with a cozy fire and friendly service. The pizza bases are crisp and the toppings are delicious. Posticino..."

Mikaela

"Still one of my favourite pizza restaurants in Cape Town. Their premises may have expanded over the years, and now they can also be found in hout bay..."

Ryan Goodman

"Very good food. I had a special request (ask for the veal masala chopped up in a pasta with sauce) and it was executed to perfection. Waiters are..."

Karl-Heinz Sittlinger

"Simple restaurant serving authentic Italian food. They also serve Amaretto which was great! My only complaint is the awful table I received, set in a..."

Sereshan Pillay

"Good food and great variety. Didn't know what to pick even.Friendly peopleNice quaint atmosphere Very nice choc cakeParking less..."

Heinrich Du Toit

"Posticino's has a relatively unsurprising reputation for being a restaurant that churns out delicious Italian cuisine at an affordable cost in the..."

St John Grimbly

"Such an amazing meal! A quaint setting tucked in the neighbourhood of Sea Point. I had the Gnocci, which we well cooked with a soft, beautiful..."

Conrad Asman

"Great, simple Italian food. Super atmosphere. Still the best pizza in Cape Town in my opinion! The veal also highly recommended. Love coming here..."

Lisa Van Vuuren

"Loved this place! The food was so delicious and the service was good@. My boyfriend had the 4 cheeses sauce and it was really well balanced and..."

Charné

"Very nice little spot with a lekker vibe. But the pizzas weren't the best I've ever had, missed seasoning but the prices are decent and it's a nice..."

Wez_Undercover

"Eaten here many times. Including for my birthday. They never fail with their recipe in service and great authentic Italian food. Perfect..."

Andrew MacGregor

"So happy we decided to come here. We all felt like some Italian food and after researching where to go we decided to try this place as the reviews..."

Tiara Jorissen

"Ahh, to be greeted by the smell pizza baking in a wood fire and a warm smile on a rainy Friday afternoon! Four of us had an early dinner and everyone..."

Lindie White

"I've been here a couple of times and absolutely love the homey feel and authentic Italian setting. There are a couple of fireplaces which make it..."

Jaynisha Patel

"I walked in to this cramped but homie restaurant with zero expectations as I've only heard of it once or twice; but since my girlfriend and I live a..."

Egor Arkhipov

"A wonderful italian restaurant that makes you feel like you are in Italy. We were a large group but service was great. The food however was more than..."

Jess Styles

"A true staple on the Atlantic Seaboard. Brilliantly consistent, Italian made and managed. Highly recommended. Great for take out, and dining on the..."

TerryCPT

"We often visit Ristorante Posticino as its a favourite amongst our friends. A lovely setting that is homely. Last night there was a big group of us..."

Ulisha Moodley

"Absolutely delicious. The seafood pizza was scrumptious. The perfect base. The pasta was just as tasty and out waitress was welcoming and pleasant...."

Shelley Van Der Ross

"Love love love crispy thin pizzas. Sea Point is so alive & vibey so it's great to sit outside this lovely little spot and watch the world go..."

JotterJo

"Needed to satisfy my craving for Italian so tried this restaurant out for the first time. Great food I had the Allo nor and it was delicious ,the..."

Kerissa Naidoo

"This iconic restaurant is very well know for its vibe as well as the food.Besides for waiting a while to be seated, it was really lovely...."

Alexa Scola

"We had a great meal here today. The pasta is delicious and our meals came quickly. The service is sporadic but not for lack of trying. There seem to..."

Michelle McCarter

"Ended up heading here with a group of Italians I work with and even they enjoyed the pizza here. Vast amount of choices and fantastic service...."

Glen Hunt

"If you like Italian food then this is the place to go! Delicious pizza and pasta! Service is brilliant with very friendly staff! Very homely and..."

Sharna Berelowitz

"Once you in the restaurant it feels a lot like being in Italy, nothing special from the streets. Seafood pasta was quite good. Service is a bit too..."

Stelios Chasou

"Decent food, good service. The food passing by us seemed far more interesting than anything we ordered so it's hard to rate the food but the boring..."

Neil Duly

"The food is amazing and so is the service. The pizzas are to die for and the location easy to find. The outdoor sitting is awesome if it's not windy..."

Preeti Saseendran Khurana

"This is just such an inviting restaurant with a homely atmosphere. Their service is so friendly with great management. Very reasonable prices for..."

Meera Naik

"We went here on a Sunday evening and were not disappointed. The pizza was yummy and also the pasta! Tje calamari salad was the best I had in a while..."

Pia

"Authentic Italian. Delicious, well paired toppings and flavours - variety of options. Lovely location for early summer evening dinner. Delightful..."

Lauren Arendse

"What a classic! Always a good experience, always good times. You can't go wrong on the pizza's but the real secret is in the pastas. If it's el..."

Jacolouisg

"This is such a vibey italian spot! Situated on a bustling seapoint mainroad - you only get good vibes from the masses of people frequenting here ...."

JonJon Clark

"My fave local where I can place my order and 20minutes later collect it Andy it's like home to home food, my fave is the arrabiata pasta where you..."

Soraya Arendse

"Yum yum yum. If you're looking to find some Italian spice to life - this is the place to go. Whether you're having a delicious cheesy pizza or the..."

Chloë

"This is great place to get away from the slightly busy city life and go get some pizza. It's quite close to Beach Road as well so you can definitely..."

Junior

"There is a lot to be said about this amazing restaurant but to keep the story short I will just say that they have the Best Pizza in Cape..."

Marcelo Dauane

"A lovely evening from the moment we were greeted at the door. Even though it was very busy my mother and I were accommodated and a table outside on..."

Ruda Herselman

"Pizza was incredible. Really light and this base with good toppings the resturant itself is a bit of a warren of rooms that seem quite..."

Malcolm Freeman

"We enjoyed a dinner there, the food was delicious and authentic. The service is fast and friendly, and attentive. Definitely recommend this..."

Simona Marinkova

"Went for a lovely surprise while in Sea Point. We received a loving welcome full of smiles on entry, and the vibe of the space was great. Delicious..."

Jia Tsai

"Amazing restaurant!! We enjoyed the food very much and the staff were super kind. We will definitely come back..."

גרי בר דב

"Had a wonderful experience for our first night in Sea Point Cape Town. 10/10 would..."

De Klerk Scholtz

"Had one of the most amazing pizzas here last night, lovely atmosphere and great service. I'd recommend this place for a date..."

Synjon Laubscher

"Great pizza, good service and a nice place to have a seat outside on a sunny..."

Keshvir “Kash” Tugh

"I ate here twice while in Cape Town with my husband. The pasta is delicious and tastes very authentic like..."

Alyssa Lynne Photography

"What an amazing experience. My wife and I had our first dinner with you and we loved it. Once they found out we had recently gotten married that were..."

Delia Biljon

"Nice little restaurant with an open air seating area. Friendly staff who know all the menu options. Food is great, I had pizza and red wine. Will..."

Anthony Burton

"If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine, look no further. Every dish was delicious, full of flavor and just the right portion size. Very..."

Werner Rautenbach

"Very tasty amazing food The dinning area is tight The service is good Parking after 5 pm is free on the street Thank..."

Habiba A

"What an amazing gem, The staff was so friendly and helpful. Service was very quick, and our pizza was amazing. I can definitely recommend giving them..."

Veronica Bezuidenhout

"An epic gem of a place. Authentic Italian as it gets. Epic service. Cost and intimate, but humble vibes, with a very intimate personality. Lack of..."

Tyron Long

"Excellent choice for Italian! Service was good, but drinks were too long on the table empty! Otherwise a fabulous choice for a true Italian meal...."

K M Woodruff

"Friends of mine have always talked about this place and I can confirm, it lived up to the hype😀 Great Atmosphere, service and food! Well..."

Henrico Janse van Rensburg

"10/10🌟's! This is my 2nd home! Posti is my happy place! I am a creature of habit, so my Panna Pizza, Greek salad with a Focaccia or Mexican..."

Julia Chaplin

"It was amazing!!!! My first visit with family celebrating my granddaughter's birthday.The food! 5☆ The service5☆! Such a big variety of dishes to..."

Leonie Grobler

"Had a fantastic meal on a Saturday afternoon. The gnocchi in the basil pesto and arribiata sauces were really good, and the portions were generous...."

Safwaan Sibda

Il Leone Mastrantonio

85/100 (2308 ratings)

Restaurants

Italian

Vegan Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Mediterranean

European

Mediterranean

Italian

Southern-Italian

Sicilian

Gluten Free Options

Vegan Options

Vegetarian Friendly

Dinner

Lunch

After-hours

Bruschette

Saltimbocca Alla Romana

Penne Arrabbiata

Pesto

Grilled Calamari

Fish

Lamb chops

Tiramisú

Antipasti

Prawns

Lamb Chops

Steak

Beef

Carbonara

Carpaccio

Crème Brûlée

Gnocchi

Tiramisu

Meatballs

Veal

Pasta

Salad

Fritto Misto

Filetto

Meatballs

Chili

Seafood Pasta Napoli

Bolognese

Calamari

Line fish

Carbonara

Risotto

Spaghetti Al Fresco

Saltimbocca

Mussels

Linguine Portofino

Ceviche

Tuna

Gamberoni Grigilia

Tagliatelle

Calamares

Lamb

Caprese Salad

Sit down

Italian

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Southern-Italian

Sicilian

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Serves Alcohol

Full Bar

Accepts Credit Cards

Outdoor Seating

Reservations

Seating

Table Service

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Dinner

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Mid-range

"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. We’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 “pasta person” 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

"I’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 we’re looking for a quick bite to eat they prawn pasta is super yummy it’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

"“Sensational” doesn’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

"I’m hurt – 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 💕 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 👏 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, don’t ever eat steak here, it is too salty. I don’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-Noël 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..."

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