TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

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Sherilyn Onslow

"I was invited by friends to come to this restaurant. I though hmm I'm looking forward to this, I kept hearing about the pizza from this place and how..."

Jose De Carvalho

"Go for the best food, best prices, best people, best sangria. Worth the drive for the pizzas. Everyone from the south of JHB grew up knowing and..."

Bernice Smith

"Food great, atmosphere awesome, met two complete strangers & chattered for an hour... Food & drink was affordable & reasonable too, on the..."

Wayne Henry

"Italian food made real good! Pizzas are a must, come early to avoid disappointment on weekends :) ..."

G Makan

"If you're looking for a real Italian experience then this is the restaurant to visit. You can always expect a good vibe and amazing food. Ginos is a..."

Ivone Da Silva

"We've been going to Ginos for ages... for dinner or to watch some sport.The food is always good... and very consistent. They having the most..."

Michaela Bridges

"Delicous pizza made by Gino himself. Beautiful old setttings - awesome vibe.Ill be back in a flash. Try the sangria!! Definately a little hidden..."

Tristan Kay

"Great family place with good food...."

Chad Ashton

"Power Pizza. Definitely worth a..."

Kevin Van Staden

"I've heard rave reviews about Gino's , and I finally got round to getting a first hand experience last night. On arrival outside, the mass of cars..."

Blue-genie

"Great food, great drinks ... GREAT PRICES !! what an amazing place to sit back relax and have some fun with family and friends..."

Kallen Williams

"Gino's should become a Heritage Site. I've always known it to be there and my family talk about going before my existence was even considered. Gino's..."

Ricky Ferreira

"Still one of the best hangouts in the South. I've been going there for 20 years and the food is outstanding and prices are old South. You won't be..."

Sonja Froneman

"Who doesn't love Ginos people have been going there for years and Gino takes special notice to all his guests...its kso casual, warm and..."

Kelsey Spykerman

"A warm-hearted place, Gino's is a hub of food and family. Delicious Italian dishes - in huge portions relative to the prices charged - are what..."

Kevanya Coopoo

"Unpretentious, comfortable, tasty food with good service. One of the few Italian restaurants to use Robiola cheese in their paesa salad. Minestrone..."

Kanthan Pillay

"Gino' is not in Ruimsig, do not be misled by the description. However, it is fantastic. Another family welcoming Italian restaurant. The pizza here..."

Sammy D

At The Court Yard

Ristorante La Trinita

88/100 (1524 ratings)

Gnocchi with Chicken Livers

Lasagna 7 Layers

Roasted Pumpkin Ravioli

Tiramisu

Surprise Birthday Slice

Lasagne

Artichoke with Linguine

Focaccia

Veg Tortellini and Margherita Pizza

Melanzane Alla Parmigiana

"The owners welcome you in and the food is heaven. The best melenzane with no stint on the parmigiana. The panna cotta is soothing soul food! I’ve..."

Carmel Ives

"Ate at Ristorante La Trinita last night. First of all, if you have to book for a Tuesday night you know something must be good and it was fully..."

Kirstie Nielsen-Bean

"Bestest ever! Had the yummiest lunch again today. I know we don't get to see you often La La and Tess, but still my favourite place for lunch and..."

Brigitte Hackl

"Simply superb. I went there for my birthday and and it was an experience I will never forget. The hosts are both so friendly. The food is amazing..."

Pryaska Veramoothea

"You just never keep waiting without knowing like in other restaurants. Quality and service on point. Great food made by great people. Como en..."

Rosmery Guevara

"Always delicious!! ....this place will not disappoint!!..."

Julie Thill

"WOW! I've just found my new favorite restaurant! I simply cannot wait to bring my friends back and share this gem with..."

Erin de Kok

"Best restaurant ever!!!! Excellent service with world class food!!! Lala u r the coolest!! Thank..."

Marina Asteria Girasis

"Got a quick take away latrinita pizza with some champagne this afternoon and was really upset that i did not get the lasagne as well. Great food!!..."

Amanda Burger

"Brilliant food ,vibe and people I am so honored to know the amazing people that are LaLa and Tessa definitely a regular spot for a night out with..."

Bianca Brachini

"It had been and always will be sensational! Divine food, fabulous owners and the waiters r to die for! Loooovvvveeee..."

Dharsha Van Der Merwe

"😍😍😍👏👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽 (mouth full of the best pizza experience..."

Jane Wilson

"The best Italian restaurant in Jozi!!!!!! I love this..."

Melaniemarchbank

"Amazing..."

Garth Willis

"I have been to La Trinita 3 times and each time has been better than the last. I actually dream about the food. Simple, Italian food - fresh..."

Yuri Ramkissoon

"This place is a 10/5. No need to look at the menu, let lala decide your meal. I am speechless about this place. In all honesty a friend has been..."

Radha Chhita-Nathoo

"Ristorante la Trinita is small, homely family-run Italian restaurant nestled in a small center in Kyalami, Johannesburg. Your immediate first..."

Lebogang Molwantoa

"If you're looking for a quaint, unassuming little spot with a romantic ambiance and great food, this is definitely it! My boyfriend and I..."

Viratha Hariram

"Really awesome food and great service.Complimentary bread sticks on arrival. The owner is amazing. She sat at our table and explained in..."

Deysellydia

"Very good homemade pasta , we did try the tortelloni with salmon and the gnocchi with napoletana sauce and salmon , really tasty and creamish .. The..."

Mel Dep

"Absolutely incredible restaurant. I feel like I am eating at home. The hostess and her mother welcome you as if you are part of family just coming..."

Kyle Dreyer

"An old favorite that regained a new level of excellence after a melanzane that surpasses anything I’ve had anywhere else. Perfectly balanced,..."

Jeris Fasser

"Tra la la still the bestest pizza in town. together with the friendliest Restuarant owner ever makes for an awesome experience. Thanks Lala and..."

Stuing

"This a hidden gem in Joburg! The food is mouthwatering and delightful.. the people are so friendly. Highly recommended. The recommendations of the..."

LF

"Magnificent food. Magnificent service. Beautiful evening. Never had a bad meal or experience here. Will keep coming back for more. Authentic food and..."

Luther

"What a gem! Lila is a flamboyant hostess and Eddie and Matt are wonderful waiters!The food is divine and made freshly. What appears to be a lack..."

David Els

"Amazing is too little of a word for how wonderful this place is! let's start at the food.... oh my...wow! homely and damn delicious. good portions,..."

Luci Fatela

"What a lovely piece of Italy on our door step! Amazing Italian food. The gnocchi was delicious as well as the beef fillet pasta! Would definitely..."

Nicolene Louw

"A family restaurant owned by mother and daughter who has changed the Italian scene for me. Excellent service from being escorted to a table to..."

Janneke Le Roux

"What an amazing, authentic little Italian. Warm friendly owners. Great service and staff. And the food was amazing. I would highly recommend..."

Kim Elliott

"The service is great, hands on and family run which really makes a difference. Waiters are attentive, friendly and well informed about all the dishes..."

DK

"Food is excellent... We had the arrabiata and spinach and ricotta tortellini... the service is great..you can feel the love and passion in the food...."

Rakesh Rakz Mithal

"Today we had the pleasure of coming here for a lunchtime birthday party. What an experience! The food was magnificent... but the pièce de..."

Tamara Nel

"Such a homie feel. Great place chef helps you pick the best options and explains all the hard work that goes into it. Lala is the best cook! Always..."

Nixie

"Incredible, personal service that makes you feel like you're visiting your Italian mom for dinner. The decor is a bit crowded but the restaurant has..."

PJ

"Oh my.....the beat kept secret this side of Kyalami. If you looking for some personal service from the owner and the best little mom and pop Italian..."

Leoni Liebenberg Kriel

"Hands down the best authentic Italian restaurant run by the the friendliest most attentive host La La. eating there is like going to your second home..."

Len Feinstein

"This is definitely on my favourite Italian list, Lala and Tessa are spectacular hosts, from the moment you walk in you are treated like long lost..."

Bryan

"Homely and delicious food. The owners are a hoot. I had the ravioli that the owner/chef recommended and it was definitely the right choice. We will..."

Julia Kirkby

"Had lunch here last Sunday 30 April for the very first time what a gem that I never knew about.Service and food gets full marks will be back again..."

Antony Wepener

"Hard to find an old school, authentic Italian place these days. Hostess was welcoming and had a great sense of humor.Had the Spinach..."

Kev

"Absolutely incredible meal. The most delicious food as always. . La La and Tessa as always the most gracious hosts and the flavours magnificent..."

Ian

"It is like coming home. Friendly with great food. While the menu is extensive you can pick and choose and mix and match.They are always happy to..."

John

"Seafood pasta was excellent, hosts were great, passionate people and great foodHighly recommend, must book to be sure you get a..."

Ryan

"Excellent Service & Food! This place is something unique. Reminds me of what restaurants were and how they should be. Has all the elements that makes..."

Himesh Mistry

"Well I must say to start with this restaurant certainly lives up to its reputation on zomato, what you see is definitely what you get for me to give..."

Steve S

"Delicious! Highly recommended are: Springbok carpaccio, mushroom pasta, veal Marsala and the Gnocchi... remember to order from specials of the day...."

Leila

"La trinita is situated in a quiet shopping centre in Kyalami. Not the best view but everything else makes up for The ambience is very..."

The Curious Introvert

"This place is fantastic. Best pizza in town. Home made thin base perfectly cooked. My new favorite Italian restaurant. If you like Italian then..."

Andrew Turner

"By far the best Italian restaurant I've ever been to. The service was outstanding. It's so amazing to feel such passion for food. Do..."

Inge Nefdt

"My favourite Italian restaurant. The owners are amazing, love the vibe. All the food is made with love and passion and it is scrumptious. An amazing..."

Leigh Robinson

"My absolute favorite Italian restaurant everrrrrrr.The best melenzane iv ever ever eaten in my life.I love the owners , they make u feel..."

Nicci 🌟

"Wonderful little hideaway. The hostess is like a little dancing fairy making her way between the tables to tell everyone the days specials. Banting..."

Kris Venables

"Homely Italian fare. Food was spot on. The place is owned and managed by an all female team who add an authentic Mamas cooking vibe to the place. Its..."

Arlen Naidoo

"A true gem hidden in a bit of an industrial-part area. Restaurant is small and intimate. Although service was slow, this was for good reason - the..."

Rollo

"Absolutely fantastic Italian food, made by friendly hosts, who clearly have a passion for cooking. My normally critical Italian mom had only great..."

Paul-Michael Angelo Keichel

"Everybody in our party of 6 thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Lala dealt with us efficiently and with much zeal. The [real] veal was excellent, and my..."

Warren Judge

"A great authentic Italian place, hidden away in Kyalami Downs. Thankfully, it's easy to find courtesy of the multiple Italian flag..."

Clare Appleyard

"Wow, pizza out of this world, hosts are super awesome, wine yummy. This is now my go to italiano restaurant. Love it love it. FANTASTICO..."

Mathew Jacques

"One thing is for certain, you having an amazing time is the soul purpose of the two lovely Italian ladies that run this place. Thank you so much for..."

Bronwyn Stephenson

"A lovely experience,a proper proper Italian resturant run by two amazing women.Food is exceptional, made from scratch.La Trinita pasta, with three..."

Eddym

"Mama and Lala never disappoint. Another great evening at the best and genuinely Italian restaurant in JoBurg. Highly recommended. Food, ambience..."

The Happy Pig

"Big personalities and super tasty food. The ladies and staff made us feel welcome and really looked after us. We had the Melanzane, chicken livers..."

Naomi De Carvalho

"Perfetto! Wow what an enjoyable evening, superb food and the teracotta desert was to die for. Can really recommend to everyone. Great Italian..."

Hildegarde

"Seriously old school Italian joint. Warm and inviting with the chef (La La) taking you through the menu when you arrive.Food is excellent..."

Jonathan Oertli

"my wife and I had dinner at this hidden gem last. We had eaten there before,but a few years ago. Let's just compare it to a good a bottle of red..."

Rob Turner

"We had the most wonderful evening. The positive atmosphere was infectuous and every course served was incredibly delicious! A must visit, we will..."

Brendan Petschel

"I can't say I have ever had this kind of experience anywhere in this world. I would recommend this establishment for anyone who wants great Italian..."

Abby

"La Trinita was a lovely experience!Unlike a lot of restaurants in Johannesburg, you are wonderfully welcomed into the restaurant as you walk up..."

Melanie Lockett

"Very friendly owners. Pizzas are tasty; but a bit bland though. A good variety of Italian cuisine. The owners are Italian, so it's definitely..."

Tony

"Where do I start ? So I will get to the point!! This is a must and will become your regular. Food is fantastic no complaints at all . The owners..."

Mark Teichmann

"Superb food in a warm, welcoming environment - La Trinita serves some of the best Italian food around. It’s clear the owners have thrown their..."

Nishela Ramgoolam

"My husband and I visit this restaurant all the time - easily our favourite Italian place. The service is friendly and warm and the food is SO good -..."

Nereen Isaac

"Fantastic restaurant with personal attention from La-la and Tessa to make this an experience not to be missed. The best food (true Italian..."

Tanita

"The most incredible hospitality and food. Cannot go without my monthly spoil at La Trinita. Lala and Tessa you absolutely rock. See you next..."

Unitia Thomas

"Overall, a very pleasant dinner. Here's a quick summary of my experience:Food:Fried pizza dough- delicious fried goodness Salmon..."

Jevani Pillay

"This is truly authentic italian. Loved the fact that you can go to the wine rack an go and pick a bottle, it all adds to the experiece. Tje lasagna..."

Philip Goosen

"Wow one the best Italian restaurants I have eaten at. Lala (the owner) has such a bold and fun personality and makes your experience even more..."

Shivaan Govindasamy

"Love the food &!the two amazing hostesses. Ambience & food right on point. It really has a home away from home feeling.A little piece of..."

Jasmin Sewdial

"This is hands down the best restaurant experience I've ever had. The owner La-La is simply fantastic and her charisma shines like a bright bright..."

Clayman

"AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! The food is so fresh and full of taste. The pricing is very reasonable and the service is just outstanding! The mom and..."

Joshua Davies

"Awesome meal with the family. From the Melanzane to the smoked salmon ravioli simply outstanding. If it was not for the fact that the Tiramisu was..."

Grant Kaplan

"Mamma Mia, here we go again,is all I can say. Living across the road and having the luxury of our own Italian mamma just a few steps away makes life..."

Michella Ferreira Pellegrino

"Amazing food and anazing owners. They really understand great light tasting food. Heavy ingredients, but tastes light. Very very impressed. Can't..."

Graham Utian

"Awesome restaurant! Great and run to perfection the mom and daughter duo run it pristinely was so super impressed with their hard work. Running..."

Noni Demetriou

"Went there recently. Beautiful and warm atmosphere. A hug from the owner upon arrival, the chef/owner personally pulls up a chair and takes the..."

Millisha Naidoo

"What a fantastic experience! Eating here turns out to be more than just about the food, but boy let me tell you the food was absolutely..."

Bruce.darryn22

"Listen. It's not everyday that you get a kiss and a hug from the owner when you leave a restaurant. Let me break it down. There's no wine list but a..."

Heidi Bantam

"A fantastic little gem of a restaurant. The owner is is very welcoming; you are made to feel right at home. From the starters to the mains, the food..."

Michael Nurick

"Well well well. This is a proper italian pizza joint. It traditional in every sense. That home feel with family portraits around you. If you have..."

Romeobleck

"Probably our favourite Italian place in Johannesburg. The family who own/run the restaurant have a clear passion for the food they make...."

Karel Calitz

"Being welcomed into a restaurant space like you are family is a very heartening experience. And that is something that the owners, Trish and Lala..."

Jade Roberts

"We had such a wonderful meal at this quaint family run Italian restaurant. The food was delicious, and the service was exceptional. Trish and LaLa,..."

TheJoburgFoodie

"What a plesant evening. This establishment is outside of my normal area of eating; but i had heard good things about the place and so made the drive..."

Greg Marcia

"I love la trinita! It is one of my favourite restaurant in the area. The owners really make you feel at home and the food is simply heavenly. High..."

Nikib

"Heaven will be made of clouds of light fluffy gnocchi as made by Lala and Tessa of La Trinita. An epiphany experience, as I finally understood what..."

Bridget

"When you walk up the stairs, the first thing you see is the sign that says, "Run by Italian Woman", so believe you me, when I say, that this..."

Jill Okkers

"My best place to eat in Jo'burg!Eating here is an experience in itself. Lala and Tessa the best hosts and make u feel like family:) As a..."

Sheetal300

"Been there many times over the years, even in the days when they were in the Midrand CBD. Lala, the owner, is charming, entertaining and gives..."

Mike Fisher

"Fantastic Italian experience. Freshly made pasta. This is an Italian family businesses and they truly value their customers and will hopefully the..."

Iselle Brill

"As usual this little gem never disappoints. Had the seafood pasta special and it was AMAZINGLY amazing. And Lala as always was fantastic. Love this..."

Steph Moon

"Absolutely THE best experience at a restaurant! Ever! La-La, the owner and chef is the most passionate, wacky and entertaining character! She truly..."

Kalindi

"I swear I was Italian in my previous life,LolNo this is exactly how my family and I felt last nite dining here,This speaks volumes of..."

Kapil Sewdial

"Our Uber driver got lost trying to find this quaint and rather unknown little gem. We joined friends for dinner who raved about it. Decor looked a..."

Bronwynne W

Super Sconto

88/100 (1640 ratings)

Speciality Food Market

"Super Sconto is the best place to go for all Italian groceries and friendly, helpful..."

Andi Glogauer

"What a fantastic hidden gem with stunning quality and unbelievably good..."

Malcolm David Burroughs

"Never knew this place existed until a good Italian friend told me about it and took my wife and myself there on Saturday. Needless to say we will be..."

Neil Pincus

"My best! I'm there every weekend :-) It's fun! Great coffee! Great pizza on a Saturday morning but be sure to get there early! It sells out..."

Sharon Smith

"They also make delicious lunches from Tuesday onwards. Their pasta dishes are to die for!! Love their range of products and seasonal..."

Gabi Pisanello

"What a great find for Italian imported foods. Mama..."

Pierre Van Eeden

"excellent food cant wait till i go back..."

Liz Appleby

"Oh my word this is..."

Jennifer Van Den Bussche

"Love the atmosphere and their coffee. They also make a really good sandwich. Then of courses all they lovely Italian goodies to buy...."

Carol Dotto de Dauli

"Best pizza, cold meats, sandwiches, service excellent, coffee is to die for!!! - ❤️ Super..."

Silvana Rosa Pisapia

"I enjoy every minute i spend at Sconto. The products available there are of superior quality at good prices. Parking is often a problem in a shady..."

Lyn Sewell

"Very well organised and exciting ride of your life..."

Louis Gericke

"Often pop in to get genuine Italian pasta and coffee and the deli is..."

Philip Hulse

"Where..."

Doreen Warren Skeggs

"Love this place. Well worth the trip to Louis Botha Ave. Awesome Italian supermarket downstairs and authentic Italian deli and coffee shop upstairs...."

Caroline

"This is just the best place for real authentic italian food at its best . Obsessed with the food here... its simple ,fresh ,homemade and so..."

Nicci 🌟

"I've said it before but I'll say it again for those in the nosebleed seats... I'm a sucker for good bread. Pauls... is good, but Sconto does..."

Saul Ben Smith

"My daughter Theresa, Nonna Louisa and myself, (Adriana) went to Super Sconto as a treat. Theresa said she wanted to see us 3 generations at one..."

Adriana Palm

"The hidden gem...The Super market where one can pick up propper Italian brodo cubes.. Whole anchovies and tomatoes by the case has a..."

Daniel Wiggill

"So this is the most amazing restaurant in Joburg! We have been eating there for a number of years and eat there regularly. The food is always tasty..."

Sean Waters

"Always pop in here for a quick lunch and some Parma ham of course!! It's a quiet place to go and sit. The sandwiches and pasta are delicious here...."

Alexis

"This is an authentic Italian deli, they have a fantastic range of Italian cured meat and cheeses. One of my favourite cheeses to buy from Super..."

Gigliola Conte-Patel

"A classic Italian delicatessen hidden in a small building just off busy Louis Botha Ave.It's really great to pop by and purchase some truly..."

Alexa Scola

"Great place to go for a quick, fresh, healthy hearty Italian lunch. Sandwiches are absolutely great. They don't toast them which is great... You can..."

NickNock

"Another diamond in the rough- not exactly the prettiest restaurant but what it lacks in looks it makes up for with excellent Italian food. If you..."

Alexis Assimacopoulos

"Hearty Italian food like nonna makes! The buffalo mozarella and mortadella panini is delicious and good value for money. Don't expect a trendy..."

Joanna Socha Haralambous

"Tesoro! Pure and simple Italian, when I'm feeling all Tony S! Fresh out the oven Panini and Ciabatta to make the perfect sandwich from the many..."

I.R Ebrahim

"One of Joburg's best kept secrets! A hidden gem amongst the bustling Louis Botha avenue. Home style italian cooking that is simply delicious. No..."

TheJoburgFoodie

"Amazing fresh bruschetta sandwiches and the best cappuccino in JHB! The cold meat cuts imported from Italy example coppa, and mortadella wow can't..."

Mark Teichmann

"I was actually floored by this place the first time I walked in. Because it is on Louis Botha it looks like a dingy office building grom the outside..."

Justin Something

"Real, fresh Italian food! Great breads, cured meats and cheeses. The supermarket is fantastic too, they have loads of imported Italian goods..."

Struan De Bellelay-Bourquin

"Italian home cooking (mama's in the kitchen) at its simple best.Upstairs from the supermarket it is worth the stopMake up your..."

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"Super Sconto is a hidden treasure. Appealing to more than just the Italians, one can pick the ingredients for their panini at the deli. Friendly..."

Gabriella Di Clemente

"Situated above an Italian grocery store on Louis Botha, you might not know this cafe exists. Climb the stairs to find Super Sconto the cafe and..."

Shannon Niebuhr

"First visit in years. Located in a difficult position, but worth the effort. Freshly made pasta and pannini. Great coffee and can shop in the Deli..."

Adina Bregman

"Excellent store and restaurant, a little gem on Louis Botha Ave. It's spotlessly clean and food is well priced and most..."

Karen B

"Lovely store, been coming here for a few years now. They have a large variety of pastas, biscuits and authentic Italian products. Very affordable..."

Yasmeen Bh

"Bought Carciofini and Panini to take home. Had Melanzane alla Parmigiana. Excellent. To drink I had San Pellegrino Aranciata Rossa and a Cappuccino...."

ROBERTO MIRINO

"Amazing selection of authentic Italian products. Great quality and prices.They have a fantastic Deli with a variety of light..."

Bella Dona

"Awesome atmosphere brilliant food, a taste of unique different a must..."

BoldIP

"I got this spaghetti or macaroni, it's long and it's tubular so it's a hybrid pasta... I'm excited about it, good coffee, and if you like a square..."

Warrick Rencken

"Authentic taste of Italy, great daily special and a true Italian shopping..."

Michael Flinn

"Always clean and well organised. Awesome panini sandwiches..."

Natasha Hatzis

"Service good - delicatessen and variety of products offered -..."

Jennifer Tannahill

Col'cacchio Pizzeria

88/100 (1281 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Warm and inviting atmosphere. Quality of the food was excellent. All the floor staff smile and greet customers in a warm manner. At our table we even..."

Minenhle Matete

"Was a nice convenient place to ear. Pizza was good, the price of a.small can of cool drink in most restaurants is Ludacris. Not sure why. 😕 Dogs..."

Ian Haggerty

"Where do I start...This place...The SERVICE WAS ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! Minnie is an incredible waitress. She is friendly, efficient and polite and..."

Aminta Janse van Rensburg

"If you ever want to walk into a restaurant and feel like the waiter has only one table and one person to concentrate on, Pinkie at Col Cacchio’s..."

Landie Lessingh

"Tumi was an incredible waitress! Very attentive and kind. Enjoyed my bacon and banana pizza and side Greek..."

Hannah Wilson

"Friendly staff and great food! Had a great time with a group of friends. The atmosphere is very calm and easy for talking to the people around the..."

Alexia Vermeulen

"Unfortunately Loadshedding limited my beverage choices so no Coffee but i did have a good Cheese Mag pizza and a cream cheese dessert, The dessert..."

Aftermarket 69

"Really lovely spot close to home, so my partner and I visit fairly often whenever we have a craving for a Smokey Babe pizza. And if I'm in the mood..."

Michelle Solomon

"What a lovely experience. The staff was friendly and inviting The atmosphere was energetic and fun- the manager on duty was warm and checked on if..."

Charles Tagg

"Amazing experience with friends and family. Good food and amazing service. Tumi was a phenomenal waiter. She had such a friendly sign. Such an..."

Milah Woolnough

"From when I entered the restaurant the service was just outstanding. My waitress name was pinky and she was an absolute delight, from recommending..."

KASSY BINDEMAN

"Delicious pizza's. Buzz had a banting base pizza, so received a free side salad. We tried their new dessert - yummy! Will definitely go back. Well..."

Frances Beyer

"We had a Fettuchini Alfredo, which wasn't on the menu but we're happy to accommodate. I found the menu to be not-the-norm so while it is great for..."

Hengie McInnes

"Pinky was an absolutely fantastic waitress, we really enjoyed our..."

Marissa Badenhorst

"Friendly staff and lovely atmosphere! Tumi was excellent! Food was great. Service is fantastic! We'll definitely be back. Well..."

Anleh Muller

"Thank you to our great waitress Tumi! Incredible service and vibe. We were well looked after. Definitely coming..."

Nompilo Ngubane

Casa Marani Italian Restaurant & Deli

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"A little Italian treasure in the 💚 Of Parkhurst. Having lived in Sorrento for a few years, this place took me right back ☀️. If you like..."

Tanya Van Rees Mostert

"It is the best little place. We had a divine platter and the service was the..."

Lizelle van Jaarsveld

"Amazing - I recommend asking for the tasting platter so that you get a bit of..."

Stephan Mumm

"Amazing food and great atmosphere. Very nondescript little place, but lots of character with some really delicious Italian classics! Very reasonably..."

Kate Beretta

"We had the most delicious, yummy lunch yesterday at Casa Marani. The homemade pasta (Alfredo) and platter for 2 was scrumptious. And we ended off..."

Betty Lee Thomas

"A little bit of Italy right on our doorstep!! We ordered titbits from the deli heaven to be served as a platter for 2, sat on the vibey sidewalk and..."

Sue Weldon

"This little gem of authentic Italian food does not disappoint! You are made feel welcome from the moment you sit down! The food is delicious and..."

Ronél Lipp

"Had a wonderful surprise platter yesterday- authentic Italian meats and cheeses- coffee delicious- a gem for us in..."

Kat Alexandris

"The most divine Italian deli ever. Food is excellent, bursting with homemade flavour and goodness. The staff are friendly and attentive. This is..."

Celeste Gurke

"Thank you for another beautiful dish - a spinach and ricotta cannelloni - that was delicate... delicious.. divine..."

Tanya De Sa Franco

"Absolutely delicious! One of the best meals I have..."

Sereen Wainer

"Best Bruch spot in Jozi ! Great choice and great people ! Will definitely be..."

Cheyne Makin Cruse

"Ridiculously good!!! If been here twice and I can tell you, it is the best Italian deli I have ever been. Great food, good coffee, pleasant..."

Kirsten Blansert

"I love the Israeli twist...��. Great vibe a little..."

Tal Eliyahu

"Really lovely place for an antipasto lunch..."

Cathy Balsdon

"Cosy Italian place with authentic food and a festive vibe. The arrabbiata was excellent as was the chicken limone. The service was super friendly and..."

David Weber

"Our meal was amazing, and I get the feeling that is a norm here. Casa Mariani is so proper Italian that our waitress even pronounced it "spaghet" I..."

Joshua Maboea

"Popped in for a coffee and ended up having a really delicious lasagna, clean with good service and original Italian food that I haven't found..."

Gavin Carter

"Amazing food to choose from. Top quality ingredients and the staff are brilliant. Has to be one of the best true Italian style bar/coffee shop in..."

Maximillian Bajkay

"Fantastic little place, great..."

Hans Roos

"New location but still the same amazing vibe and food! This is the closest that you will come to experiencing Italy without leaving..."

Ronel Lipp

"The coffee is incredible and the food is so authentically Italian, with top quality cured meats and cheeses. Moreover though, the staff are..."

Kim Brink

"So, when I phoned to book I happened to mention that it was a "special occasion". With little expectation we arrived and were absolutely blown away..."

Bryn O'Reilly

"This is undoubtedly the best Italian deli in Joburg. The place is run by real Italians - a mother and daughter duo. They don't skimp on quality and..."

Karlo Glorioso

"First visit for lunch today. Fabulous homemade tagliatelle amatriciana, with generous portioning, and perfectly cooked. Other members of the party..."

Jacques Rousseau

Gema Deli & Italiano Restaurant

Pronto

88/100 (1776 ratings)

Mediterranean Scramble

Figs and Gorgonzola Foccacciq

Homemade Ice Cream Peanut Butter and Chocolate Flavours

Hot Chocolate Fondant

Wheelchair Accessible

"What a lovely experience. I heard about pronto from family and decided to have a quick lunch. The restaurant is lovely. I had the meatballs spaghetti..."

Brandon Johnson

"Good looking venue with good service. The breakfast menu is small but some really good options. The sourdough bread with smashed avo is a winner. The..."

Chris De Beer

"Lovely restaurant. Gets very busy so be sure to make a..."

Michaela Kupsamy

"Hi, My name is Dieter and I have an unusual request. First let me state that I love PRONTO!Because of certain happenings I would like to speak..."

Dieter Konieczny

"The restaurant is small but cute and neat. I enjoyed the salmon & prawn fettuccine I had but the only thing I can fault is the service. The waiters..."

Amanda Ngcobo

"Only the 2nd time I have been here but I strongly recommend this restaurant. The service, quality of food, ambience and everything else is awesome at..."

Gary

"We ordered a pizza and a pasta to share so we could try both. The pizza was very average - the chicken was dry, the base was fought and the tomato..."

Mark Stillerman

"Pronto serves some really really good pastas. The service is good and efficient, with a really nice ambience and look to the restaurant.My..."

Lebogang Molwantoa

"Very nice food, friendly service and great ambience. Will definitely return. Also convenient parking. All in all a great outing and reasonably..."

Boshoffgary

"Pronto is a firm family favourite. Every visit to this establishment has left us feeling full and satisfied. Their vegetarian options are..."

Nina Mancha

"Pronto has been my go-to for a number of years and one of the few establishments in Joburg that gets the balance between food, ambiance and service..."

Andrea Vee

"My go-to Ubereats pasta order. The pea and pancetta, chorizo and fresh tomato, and sausage pastas are phenom. Portion sizes yo-yo a bit..."

Chiara Louis

"Pronto is definitely on of those ‘best kept secrets’. This Italian restaurant has a great selection on their menu. We received complimentary..."

Lizelle Brink

"What a great meal! Arrived without a booking but was very pleasantly accommodated. Amanda was fantastic. Delicious pasta. Will definitely be back...."

Lauren Zar

"Last minute decision to have lunch with the family at pronto. And boy did pronto serve up a divine lunch which made us forget the cold weather..."

Athena Pavlakis

"Pronto never fails me. This is the most reliable good food place I love to go after yoga. I’ve tried so many things at Pronto that it’s always a..."

Pei-Lin Chen

"Nice evening Food as allways good BUT As previously complained the seafood stew needs to contain deshelled Mussels and prawns. Why should..."

Braam Grové

"Nice quiet location with friendly staff. The mushroom gnocchi and Italian pork sausage pizza were ordered. The gnocchi sauce was delicious and rich..."

Nick Song

"Great service, waiters on point and friendly, menu has a great selection. Food exquisite and food was served very quickly good dessert selection too..."

Daniel Matic

"One of my favorite places for a nice bowl of pasta. Love the Beef Dolce Latte. :)Service is always good - I’ve never had a bad visit or..."

Luciana Matsuda

"Fantastic Sunday lunch yesterday. Jam packed inside and outside and the service was perfect. We shared a caprese salad and focaccia to start and..."

Vicki Clarke

"Very high quality Italian pastas. Everyone is well aware of the quality so best to make a reservation at this cosy restaurant if your going during a..."

Food Man

"A good Italian restaurant in a lovely area of Johannesburg. I am a big fan of the spaghetti and meatballs, they also make a damn fine..."

Gabriella Maxine Abrahams

"Never disappoints. Pizza is great. Pasta is full of flavor. They even sell their pasta sauce which is frozen. Wish they stayed open later on a..."

Radha Chhita-Nathoo

"My wife and I have been visiting Pronto since they opened their doors at the Colony centre in Craighall. Todate we have never been disappointed. When..."

Ian Taylor

"So many choices for pasta lovers! Never been disappointed with a pasta dish here. The menu is extensive with great breakfast and lunch options too...."

Rohini Sawu

"This is a great little Italian restaurant. You get to sit outside under the fairy lights. I enjoyed my meal having the pasta but my boyfriends pizza..."

Inge Nefdt

"The food tastes amazing, with a great selection of Italian dishes. The service does not live up to "best joburg restaurant 2012". It's as..."

Mlue Bovlei Gewurztraminer Maguba

"Was my first time at the establishment, what a great experience it was. The staff very friendly, food did not disappoint at all... The deco and use..."

Momelezi

"Enjoyed this restaurant. Had a Beef, Spinach and Pine nut pasta and the ingredients were fresh and generously portioned. One of the best pastas I..."

Paulo Gaspar

"Really wonderful, down-to-earth place with delicious food! For starters we had the smoked mozzarella Arancini and the gnocchi and they were both..."

Ellen Gouws

"This is a small intimate restaurant with a lovely atmosphere. The menu is extensive and offers so many veg options of pastas and pizza that you are..."

Rakhee Singh

"I am really impressed with this establishment. We chose this place for a birthday dinner, without knowing what we are getting ourselves into...."

FoodloverJHB

"Pronto must be one of my all time favourites. This little Italian restaurant has evolved over the years to become my trusted go to for an incredible..."

Deon Louw

"Their pizza is absolutely delicious. I will be definitely making this place one for the keeping. Loved every bit of it. And it's probably..."

Junior

"Such a wonderful dinner last night. Booking started with 5 of us and last minute they accommodated 11 of us... we were a very noisy bunch, but..."

Kate Robinson

"I have been here a few times. Must admit had the spinach cannelloni the first time and it was awful. The worst I ever had. Having visited the..."

LB

"Busy restaurant, with a nice cozy atmosphere , popular place , I ordered the starter artichoke antipasta, was very bland , the mains were great , the..."

Russel Roth

"This is becoming a theme - decide I'm hungry at 7pm on a Saturday night and start phoning around for a table only to be told there're none...."

Jill Nudelman

"Definitely one of my favourite Italian restaurants! Their pasta dishes are amazing! Taste sensations! The atmosphere is great. A good wine list and..."

Shelley Galliver

"What I really enjoy having here are the prawns! They are cooked to perfection in a very tasty sauce - with a choice of unusual sides, such as bacon..."

Nicole

"Had a birthday lunch with friends. Excellent pasta. Had blue cheese with fillet strips on linguine. Friend had the fettucine with salmon and avocado...."

Pakman

"We eat Italian a lot and try every establishment. Pronto is one of our favourites. The only time I was disappointed there was when we didn't get the..."

Bev

"The food was great the only problem is that it took ages to get out Dom Pedro's. I loved my pasta with peas and salmon. The ambiance is great and the..."

Shawn Belluigi

"Went there on a Saturday night with a few friends. Right off the bat our waiter Michael was welcoming and attentive to our needs. We ordered a..."

Jonty Stephan

"Pronto is a fabulous restaurant situated in the colony shopping centre!! Meals are hearty!! The pastas and stews and pizzas are amazing! Freshest..."

Stacey Faber

"Pronto is absolutely amazing if you in the mood for a good authentic pasta.#taste of Italy 🇮🇹 I have dined with pronto on several..."

Abs

"Pronto was my definition of a solid restaurant. The food and service were good (not great) and the service - albeit a little slow and absent-minded -..."

Bryan Vally

"Absolutely love Pronto. We have never been disappointed with the food or service. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, it's a winner with our family. It's our..."

CVS

"This place is so good, the food is fresh and good quality and so tasty, the service is friendly and the location is convenient. There is a huge..."

Rolf

"Can't believe we only discovered this little gem now!I can see why it was voted best neighborhood restaurant of 2013. Some of the best service..."

Samantha Tame Whittaker

"Wow! #KevFabFood was told about this restaurant and recommended by my dad...this is one special and amazing restaurant. Service is impeccable and..."

Kevin Barrie Levy

"One of my favourite places to come for pasta! The food is always fresh, delicious and full of flavour! They have a nice big selection as well, and..."

Smelly Celly

"We went to Pronto this past weekend. From the outside it looked pretty pricy but when I saw the menu I was pleasantly surprised. From the delicious..."

Kineshea Pillay

"Had a lovely lunch at Pronto on Friday and found the food to be absolutely delicious. We started off with the Gnocchi Formagi e Pancetta which was..."

Bridget Meyer

"We came to Pronto for a friend's birthday. The venue is stunning, the chalk artwork showing the specials is absolutely perfect. Any OCD person would..."

Nikki Alice

"Had a lovely, relaxing lunch here with my husband.Warm, Italian atmosphere! Loved the view from the balcony.Our meals were great and the..."

Angie

"We just had lunch at Pronto, one of our favorite restaurants in Jozi. The service and food was excellent, as usual. Thank you Amanda for excellent..."

Adri Naudé Wolff

"Wow! Unbelievable. My parents and I were looking for somewhere new to eat and stumbled upon pronto. The whole vibe of the restaurant was lovely..."

Erin Starr

"Lovely location, the outside seating is great when the weather's nice. Perfect place for a leisurely lunch. The pasta is good, especially like the..."

Charmaine

"Birthday dinner with hubbie. Delicious food, great service and the chilli is awesome. Hubbie had the moussaka and i had the prawn linguine. I'd..."

Carole Craggs

"It's taken me some time to get this review up but finally can get it done. Myself and a few friends came for dinner a while back, was a..."

Nicholas Eagle Flyer Amoretti

"Delicious!!! All I can think about is the Butternut Panzerotti!!! Best I've ever had. It was decadent and rich without being too much. If I'm being..."

Devin Sage

"A pleasant surprise! I usually dread the excess of Italian or rather pseudo Italian food options in Johannesburg, but pronto is the real deal. Family..."

Carel Böhmer

"Nice restaurant in Craighall. The restaurant has a homely feel and amazing pasta. The service wasn't bad either. The restaurant is located in an..."

Tshidi Khunou

"Great little Italian restraunt in the colony centre become a local place of mine. Never had a bad meal and the service is always impeccable...."

Shaun Swartz

"Definitely one of the few really great Italian restaurants in town. Great vibe and setting no doubt adding to its Italian-ness. Their spinach &..."

Harshika Shantilal

"Visited Pronto on Saturday night - I hadn't been here for a while. I was reminded how amazing the food was - easily one of the tastiest Italian..."

Nicole Zetler Shapiro

"Really awesome - they seated us inside the Resturant without booking on a Thursday evening! The vibe was great , the staff were fantastic and food..."

Andy

"I have and continue to give Pronto a 4-5 rating for Italian food. The food is classy, wholesome, tasty but not pretentious. Then service is great. My..."

Lucy Lightfoot

"Good pastas and pizzas (especially the seafood pastas) and portions are large. But what I love most is the gnocchi! Absolutely divine. The sauce is..."

HungryLamb

"This place was a lovely surprise in the middle of Craighall. I was impressed with the dishes on offer and my gnocchi was divine. Really happy with..."

Tam Loves Food

"Was here last week Sunday for a family lunch. The decor of the restaurant is so beautiful and classy and it feels like you are in an up market..."

Leora

"Casual dining on a Friday afternoon whole daydreaming. I ate from both Puccini burger and chicken Ceasar and I cannot complain. Service is attentive..."

Thato Mmereki

"Servings of food were good and adequate(not too small),service is attentive and much to choose from ,good ambience ,only disappointment is vongole..."

A Foodie Travels

Meagan Whitehorn

"My new favourite resturant!! It's been a long time since I've had a pasta that was really good. The other food around the table looked just as good...."

Zuzi

"Pronto recently did a refurb and the decor looks great! It's perfect for an afternoon lunch. I love that they have some of the speciality Italian..."

Blair Burmeister

"Nice upmarket deli turned eatery. Good atmosphere. Late night service a bit slow and lacking on basics like serviettes and a clean table cloth. The..."

Jane “JaneyPaney” Schultz

"All round amazing experience, the store manages to be a restaurant, deli, and sell homeware without coming across as overwhelming. The pasta was..."

Mugisha Hakizimana

"Lovely Italian Restaurant. Booked a business dinner for 8. Received good service and the food was good. Sadly the ice cream was a..."

Jozi Girl

"My wife and I eat at this restaurant occasionally and have always enjoyed their exceptional..."

Grant Edwin

"I love homemade authentic pasta, and this place was amazing… plenty of veg and kiddy friendly options. Great portions , and delectable..."

Nerina Naik

"Our favourite restaurant in JHB. Alec is such a great waiter and the food as always was incredible! We went there for our anniversary celebration and..."

Rivon Amadio

"Everything always goes right here. We luckily live close to the TdO but I would say even a trip from elsewhere is fully justified to enjoy this..."

Peter Tobin

"Brilliant Italian cuisine. Exceptional..."

lorne philpot

"Very unusual, but interesting set up. It is a restaurant and a supermarket. One can buy groceries over the counter. We had the most delicious..."

sharmla dharamalingam

"Fantastic Southern Italian dishes, with a calm atmosphere, and attentive, timely service. Would recommend the pasta, and..."

Irakli Rekhviashvili

Lucio's Pizzeria

87/100 (6106 ratings)

Lucios Special Cherry Shake

Marinara Calzone

Basil Pesto and Pasta

Malfy Gin and Elderflower Tonic

Stella Artois

Basil Pesto and Gnocchi

Wheelchair Accessible

"This is our date night go-to. The mushroom toast starter is out of this world. And we always share a pizza and pasta. Hubby loves the creme brulee..."

Larisa Louw

"Awesome pizza and pasta! The food is always good and the service is excellent. I especially enjoyed their fettuccine pasta. The Lucious special pizza..."

Cherlin

"Awesome experience for us as first timers. Exactly what we expected from a Italian owned restaurant! Great family vibe and friendliness in the..."

Pieterkotze5

"We’re living in Johannesburg for only three months and so happy that we discovered this place at the start of our stay. It was all about the pizza..."

Catharina

"We had wonderful time at Lucio’s, A real change from the usual run-of-the-mill ones. Staff and services was top-notch. Food was excellent as..."

GTM

"My favorite time of the week where I do not have to cook,and what better way to order from our favorite restaurant!!! Being a regular customer and..."

Carmen Bok

"I love the decor at this restaurant, you feel very at home and relaxed , the food is tasty and the service is friendly and good . Very nice place to..."

Cayla Riley

"Fantastic Family owned restaurant, seeing that they have been in business for 30 years (and not part of a franchise) really paints the picture of hoe..."

Nico Kruger

"I don't know why I have taken so long to review Lucio's. Simply put it is one of my favourite restaurants. I have only been to sit and eat there..."

Michelle Lopes

"Looking for a place to eat on a saturday, we came across Lucio's. I have driven past it many a time only to wonder how is this place. Food:..."

Vishay Govind

"Really a favourite, down-to-earth Italian restaurant with a lovely, slightly bohemian atmosphere and delicious food at completely competitive prices...."

Suzanne Van Eeden Allen

"A lovely pizza joint with warm, friendly and professional service. The food is delicious, and they handle large tables well. Definitely a place to..."

Natalia Bonegio

"Calzone to die for! Best in Jozi. I'll drive the 30km to eat the Mexican Calzone any day of the week. Very homey feel, great atmosphere. Awesome..."

Tinus

"Like stepping into a coastal restaurant on the Amalfi coast (except there is no ocean view just Beyers Nausea). Had the ravioli and wished that the..."

Luigi Poltrona

"Probably the best independent Pizzeria in the greater Randburg area. Look and feels very Italian Countryside...Service was sharp and friendly. Go..."

Clinton Milne

"What a great space. Friendly service, amazing food and good wine. Starters were amazing and waiters knew what we wanted before we asked. Mains were..."

Gerhard Koekemoer

"A little gem that never disappoints... great service, well trained, friendly staff. Amazing setting once inside... almost feels like it could be in..."

Germa Beukes

"Great night out in a relaxed restaurant. Good service provided by experienced friendly staff. Taste Italian food at a reasonable price...."

Konichiwa

"Deceptively ordinary from the bustle of a busy Beyers Naudé... I have often passed by wondering what it is like as the carpark is always full... my..."

Derek Hall

"Discovered this little beaut 8 years ago while at varsity. What a pleasure, cosy decor, friendly welcoming staff and exceptional food. If you are..."

Hesti Botha

"My friend absolutely loves this place. So for her birthday we decided to take her here for dinner. I had never been before and was pleasantly..."

TheHungryKat

Rea Realm

"After what seems like a millennium we decided to visit Lucios for a quick Sunday dinner....As awesome as I recall, the decor is eccentric to say..."

Jalapeño Popper

"No complaints. Not a single one. Everything was perfect! I had the Claudio ❤ and the Tiramisu ❤❤ And they have the most delicious coffee...."

Elmay Swart

"Decent pizza and very generous mains. Nice chocolate mousse too. Very varied menu with something for everyone. I've always liked the veal dishes...."

Angelo Aquilano

"Randomly stumbled upon this place one night and was pleasantly surprised. It has a very chilled vibe with great food. Their pizzas amazing, with a..."

Bene Katabua

"Can recommend the fettuccini basil pest, panseritti napolitana as well as the herb focacia. ..."

Anton Van Niekerk

"Was a great spontaneous experience to find this place on the way home. Had a delicious spicy chicken , feta and peppers dew pizza. The service was..."

Al-Brower

"What a wonderful and unexpected experience we had at Lucio's. I have driven past this restaurant for many years now and never thought of trying it..."

Jack & Jill

"Love the décor and the feel walking into this little Italian restaurant! The staff very welcoming and attentive and the pizza is great! The standard..."

Hang T

"Lucio's makes the best margarita pizza in joburg. Double the cheese and all the way to the edge so you end up with a crispy cheesey crust. Quaint..."

Saltnsas

"Awesome restaurant, lovely food, great ambiance and always a good time! We go there often and service is always excellent. We have never had a bad..."

Mia Loock

"This gem of a restaurant never disappoints! We keep going back again and again. It is really difficult to find a restaurant nowadays that becomes a..."

Alessia Massaro

"Food and service always makes one feel as if you are the only people in the restaurant, Cannot fault anything as it has a great vibe wither there..."

Jamie MacLeod

"Popped in here on a recommendation from a friend. The pizzas are awesome, piled with toppings. I've never seen that much bacon and feta on a pizza...."

Carole Craggs

"We dropped in at Lucio's and had a really good experience. The ambience was pleasant, the service was prompt and friendly, and we enjoyed the meal...."

Graeme Adamson

"What a quaint little restaurant lovely food and great service. Definitely worth a return visit. ..."

Katrien Huyghebaert

"Quaint, not so little, Italian restaurant. The service was excellent, the pizza's were traditional and superb.Look forward to..."

Paddy

"I Love Lucio's I have been there a dozen times, perfect for romantic dinners or intimate dinners with family and friends, their service is prompt,..."

Kristy Kruger

"If you drive on Beyers-Naude drive in the Northcliff area, you can very easily pass this hidden gem of a restaurant. If you see the name sign, you..."

Top Foodie

"This restaurant is a true hidden gem. I always say that pizza is pizza, but here the pizza is definitely different and very good. Service was..."

FoodLover

"This is one of my favourite spots for Italian cuisine. Service is efficient and friendly. Warm and cozy setting. Food is amazing. Great selection of..."

Liza

"What a surprise! Went here after a music festival to the greatest vibe and the most delicious pizza! The waiters are friendly, food is delicious and..."

El Broide

"Such a nice cosy and warm restuarant! The calzones are out of this world, they are topped with cheese and just cooked perfectly. Highly recommended..."

Vanessa Patricia Shelver

"Warm, loving and extremely friendly atmosphere. A family experience. Fantastic and helpful staff and great service all round. The homemade pizza..."

Gav Rubin

"What a wonderful and authentic Italian restaurant! Before you even walk in, the enticing scent of freshly made pizzas and pastas waft through the..."

Kelly Emerton

"An Italian institution! The decor is old but it ads to the character. The food is great but the service is average on a busy night. Great for a..."

Melinda

"Growing up my family and I drove past this place and now I finally tried it out...True Italian food. It's family owned so attention is paid to the..."

Tshepi M

"My family and I have been going to Lucio's Pizzeria since about 1998, when it was our favourite spot to go for a treat! Having since moved countries..."

Dolls & Dan

"Come hungry. My biggest gripe with Lucio's is that everything on the menu is so appealing that I didn't quite know what to choose. I was blown..."

Simonegeyer22

"If its pizzas you crave this is the place unfortunately it does not hold true for the remainder of the menu but here pizzas and pastas are..."

Francois Marais Van Zyl

"Great place, the baked feta is a great starter, the sliced mushrooms that I did not order also looked amazing. This was the first time I have..."

Darren Goddard

"Oh Lucios! If i could eat here everyday, i would. Baked feta is one of the absolute best dishes on this menu. You just cannot make it at home...."

LuluFromJozi

"Lucio's Pizzeria is legendary and as such, I used to frequent it often. What's not to love about a big glass of red wine and some authentic Italian..."

Lauras World

"This is one of my all time favourite restaurants in johannesburg. I absolutely love the Lucio Calzone. And Bimba always welcomes one with a smile..."

Marnich Winterbach

"We had my daughters 16th birthday celebration here last week. The food was great, the atmosphere lovely. Really interesting art and decor and it was..."

Alex Spagnoletti

"Great food, awesome vibe and very interesting decor. The restaurant definitely has that homey 'Italian feel' to it and is extremely buzzing during..."

Travis Campbell

"Lucio's always used to be one of our favourite Jozi restaurants but when our children were very little, we stopped going for a while and joined the..."

Hilary Green

"Been going there for 20 years! Stunning pizza,pasta,coffee and vibe! They are extremely popular so you have to book. Order quickly if it's extremely..."

Elvera Van Aswegen

"Went to the restaurant for the first time and had my custom pizza that I have at all Italian restaurants I go to. This pizza was very very good...."

Wayne Hamilton Smith

"I have never been at a table here with any unhappy diners.Home made gnocchi, great pasta, scrumptious pizzas.The salads and starters..."

Abi Clark

"Always good, always consistent. Excellent service and delicious food. If you're in a mood for a well cooked, home style Italian meal - this is the..."

Marina Lofthouse

"I have always driven pass this homely restaurant and only tried it recently after 7. Years of living in this area ! I cannot get enough. Luscios has..."

Anusha Lalla

"Beautifully prepared comfort food, perfect for the first touch of autumn in the air. Friendly service, authentic, wholesome Italian food. Yum!..."

Nickey Janse Van Rensburg

"I have been going to Lucio's for about fifteen years and they never disappoint. Their Carbonara (although it is made with cream) is sublime. Their..."

Meg Pascoe

"Good food, good vibe and good service. With thick pan based pizza, home made pasta and an authentic Italian setting, Lucios is definitely a hidden..."

Riaz Abed

"I absolutely love lucios!! It is my favourite restaurant ever :) from the great service to the delicious meals you are guaranteed a good..."

Stacey

"Thank you to all for your input and comments below. We appreciate and value feedback from our regular and new customers. Our focus for 2015, is on..."

Lucios Pizzeria

"Relaxed down to earth atmosphere. Bookings are essential for this popular spot. Especially over weekends! The food is absolutely amazing and quite..."

Rosanne Britz

"Good unassuming food served well. I have not been here for some time, I had calzone which was great the others had pasta . The service was good ..."

Greg Marcia

"a great atmosphere of a typical Italian placethough located very close to where i live, i haven't been here too often, but now it will be on my..."

Aarti Bharwani

"Good food an service. Fun to take a group of friends for an affordable..."

Dennis John Human

"Lucio's Pizzeria is absolutely fantastic. They make a deep dish style pizza, and it is better than any pizza in Joburg. Fantastic food, and the..."

Magnus Heystek

"What a gem! The food is outstanding, atmosphere can't be beaten and a lovely all round experience. Can recommend the blue cheese ravioli, a little..."

Jenny van den Berg

"Awesome awesome pizza, probably the best pizza that we’ve had this side of the world. Takeaway is not bad, but would rather suggest sitting down..."

Marlon Forbes

"Honestly such a great pizza restaurant with so much character! The walls are decorated with trinkets from all over the world. The food was morish and..."

Kayleigh Spanidis

"I have frequented Lucios regularly over the last 23 yrs and I have never been disappointed. From the delicious food to the service, it's always been..."

Sharon Manas

"The simplest way to explain how good this restaurant is, is to point out that they have been operating for over 30 years and remains a firm family..."

Stephan Lintvelt

"I have moved away from the area for a few years now had to go here when we were in the area since it was a favorite when I stayed nearby. I am happy..."

Devin Botes

"Had a lovely dinner at Lucios! The food is always delicious and the staff are very helpful and friendly. They have a myriad of choices for..."

Aimée Plank

"Lucios Pizzeria is one of the few Italian places around that seem to be sticking to their guns in serving good Italian food. Management was very..."

Matthew Neilon

"This used to be our family go to because they offer really good vegan pizzas on their menu, catering to our whole family. They have not had vegan..."

Werner Prinsloo

"As always, Lucios was incredible. One of my favourite restaurants in JHB. Best pizza, amazing pasta, great atmosphere and wonderful staff. Will never..."

Inez Valla

"Seriously, the best pizza and pasta in town. A classic pizzeria great for romantic dinners or family dining. Also caters to vegans. 😻 Thank you..."

Sara Maria Eksteen

"I am not a big pizza fan, but this pizza is some of the best. I have been going there since 1996. Still..."

John MacLachlan

"Really a hidden gem, they serve some of the best traditional Italian dishes in the country. From authentic pasta dishes, unique pizza styles and..."

Daniel Heynike

"My fiance raved about this place, saying it had been her favourite pizza place before she moved to Cape Town. 9 years and a lockdown later and we..."

Alan Vesty

"If i could give 10 stars for EVERYTHING I would!!!! Stunning, delicious, amazeballs food! And great service once again from all the ladies, but..."

JB Mycroft

Bottega

87/100 (2552 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Who needs just 1 waiter/waitress? Why not have 3 plus a manager! Outstanding service, flavours to die for and really reasonable prices. Best place..."

Natasha De Villiers

"Excellent food and even better whiskey! Great staff too, owner runs a tight ship......"

Anthony Otte

"Love the ambience of this very European feeling small restaurant. It's cosy and the hands on owners make you feel very welcome and special. Our meal..."

Brigetta Rushton Wilmot

"A wonderful vibe here! So accommodating with food preferences, and the manageress is so warm, friendly and..."

Bronwen Kerry

"Best place to eat...delicious food and excellent..."

Estelle Warrener

"Good Food. Great Whisky selection. A must visit for every Whisky..."

Vernen Pillay

"Awesome food, my home away from home. The Tuna Tartare starter is epic. Excellent fish, steak,..."

Jeremy Briggs

"Bottega, the best ever place to eat in..."

Nick Llewellin

"A real top spot! Value for money and food of the highest quality. Can't wait to be back Sav and..."

Tyron Mathew Harrison

"Always amazing food and service! Beautiful wines and a whisky menu that excites! We love..."

Marina Patuel

"The service is amazing, I had my 25th birthday there and I was treated with the most amazing..."

Gabisile Khumalo

"While the menu wasn't clear the waitstaff was highly knowledgeable & made the place enjoyable. The food was also..."

Lerato Letsholonyane

"Amazing food and service. Cannot recommend..."

Andrew Glendinning

"Fantastic vibe - homely and cosy. Fabulous food..."

Nalinee Soobramoney

"Ordered the Oysters, Calamari to start. The Oysters came with a delicious stand out Salsa and were delicious. Mains were really tasty despite being..."

Glynn Allen

"Such an amazing little place. Has a great area outside so your dog can join you for lunch. Their Italian salad and pasta was just incredible. Staff..."

Radha Chhita-Nathoo

"Bottega is always a favorite. i decided to go with my partner and i wish i had taken more photos. We had Springbok Carpaccio and Mussels for..."

Mini Radebe

"Had an amazing dinner here last night. We had the crab pasta, and prawn pasta- both divine! Great vibe, awesome food, great service - will be back -..."

Athena Pavlakis

"Great service... Great menu... Great Food!!!What more do you want?The food is absolute quality and quantity for what you..."

Sean William

"What an amazing experience. Fantastic food, a good wine list and the most unbelievable waitress I have ever had. I highly recommend this restaurant..."

Grant Kaplan

"Perfect experience. Unsure on what to eat, I eventually chose Tortellini with peas, ham and asparagus in a creamy sauce. Exceptionally tasty and the..."

Lynette Scafturis

"Bottega Cafe is a very quaint, little family owned and run restaurant located in the heart of Parkhurst with a fantastic ambience and a massive..."

Lizelle Brink

"Ambience is buzzing, but in a good way. Love the layout and decor as well. Staff and service was well in sync. Food was..."

AG

"Cosy and authentic. Fantastic food - can’t ask for anything better to warm your soul on a cold winters night out. Service is fabulous. Wonderful..."

Nalinee Soobramoney

"I wanted to try a new place in Parkhurst so I went on zomato and eventually stumbled on Bottega cafe. It’s smaller than the restaurants in..."

Tsepiso Mbali

"Went to Bottega with friends for lunch, the small restaurant is filled with all types of alcohol and the menu on the wall is uniquely inviting. I had..."

Nirusha Ramla

"I love pasta, and even more so a delicious filled pasta with a perfectly balanced sauce. I had the salmon ravioli with a vodka flambed sauce. It was..."

Ria Fraser @CityFlavours

"What an amazing and impressive restaurant, made even better by a really interesting and involved manager/owner and charming and colorful waiters. ..."

Magda Oosthuysen

"A decent eat-out spot. Service was lovely and the food above average. The hash stack is flavorsome and filled with yumminess. Portions are huge!..."

Azrah Kadwa

"Great food and great cozy dining area. Steak with mushrooms is fantastic. Good wine selection and also oysters are available although I have never..."

Divan Van Der Merwe

"Went out for a casual meal in Parkhurst only to find this small gem of a restaurant fairly full for a Tuesday! I had the pork and ricotta pasta dish..."

Nikki Kirkby

"One of our favorite brunch/ lunch spots.Basic,traditional setting with wine and whiskey( Not traditional Italian..."

Fiona Jane Huntly Marcia

"Something about Bottega that I just love. Maybe it's the traditional setting and the basic but very tasty menu that hasn't changed in years. Just..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Possibly the best spaghetti Bolognese I have ever had !! Great service with good prices, the steaks are reasonable and very nicely matured!..."

Micha Feher

"What a lovely restaurant. Cosy and intimate with tables close together so you can see what the people at the next table are eating. It turned out to..."

Jill Nudelman

"A quaint, unassuming, little Italian cafe that delivers exceptional food and service located on Parkhurst's strip directly opposite Wolfpack...."

Bridget Meyer

"Quite possibly my favorite restaurant in Parkhurst. Their spare ribs although quite pricey are the BEST! Chicken sandwich is also delicious and..."

Robyn Hoffe

"This was the place we had our first date in 2014(his choice, recommended by a friend). And while we were both too nervous to remember what we ordered..."

Nasheetha Singh

"Only been here once for dinner but have been dreaming of the salmon I had ever since! Delightful, cosy spot in the heart of Parkhurst with options to..."

Lauren Hargreaves

"This restaurant is so reasonably priced. Delicious, delicious, delicious food! I would definitely recommend the Rochelle Salmone. Fantastic service...."

Natasha De Villiers

"Came for quick bite. French toast and a coffee. First time. Friendly service and French toast was average. Lunch menu looks interesting I will return..."

Yagan Moodley

"As one of the last few restaurants I had yet to try in Parkhurst, Bottega Cafe did not disappoint and is definitely up to standard with some of the..."

Dino

"I love this restaurant so much! Started going here a few years ago with friends and we had incredible cocktails and food! It became a firm favourite..."

Nkateko Nkuna

"tasty food, good set up. outdoors feel about the place.the restaurant looks crisp and clean. service was good as well.It positioned on 14th and..."

Eve

"One of the best breakfast spots I've ever been to. My breakfast was amazing and the service was excellent. I also love most places in Parkhurst, just..."

Jolene

"Blink and you may walk past Bottega, yet that would be a mistake of note. Fantastic little restaurant that understands how it is often better to do..."

Ashley

"Arrived for a friends birthday and presently surprised as not only was the drinks good, the service great, the manager attentive & went out of his..."

Björn Luciano Salsone

"Good service, great food and the place we got engaged... We enjoyed the attention to detail of the manager who came out personally to..."

Shaun Naggan

"Amazing. Best breakfast spot in Parkhurst. Food always of great quality and services is top. Italian style food with a great specials board including..."

Gordon Morrison

"We had breakfast here and it was delicious!! I had a frittata with meatballs and mozzarella and it was really really delicious. Husband had an..."

Carien Jakovljevic

"Cute little place along 4th Avenue.. We only went for simple sandwiches on a Sunday afternoon so I'd need to go back to see what their dishes are..."

Love.Life.Daley

"Popped in for a quick lunch and loved this little Italian place - will definitely return to explore more menu options. Had the la nonna pasta which..."

Saiyuri

"So glad we finally got to visit Bottega Cafe. It's normally fully booked but we managed to get a table on a Monday evening when many other..."

Meagan Whitehorn

"The food was outstanding! Staff was great and very helpful on the menu. I can highly recommend the fillet porcini and the veal limone. The service..."

Inge Nefdt

"Friendly reception and service. Starter of artichokes was special - the sauce made the dish. The main course was a rump steak, but extremely..."

Jenny Taylor

"In a word, excellent. Pasta was perfectly made and a gluten free option was available. I had the ravioli and my partner had the penne Pollo, really..."

Daniel Harvey

"It doesn't take much to talk about a great place. You have to literally start looking for flaws of which I could find very few, service was great,..."

Steven Murray

"My favourite. A little restaurant tucked away in 4th avenue parkhurst. Every experience has been worth it. My favourite meal is always the 600g..."

Carl Willoughby

"My wife and i dropped in for lunch after quite a while away from this spot and i am happy to say things are as good as ever this is one of the early..."

Greg Marcia

"Love the atmosphere at Bottega! It's a great dinner spot there are spots close by to have drinks afterwards along the strip! Food: I..."

Mmule

"I was looking for a new place to try out in the Parkhurst area so I decided to go have a look on Zomato. I came across Bottega Cafe, a lovely little..."

Anisha Lutchman

"The meal was average, had the chicken Prego for a work lunch today and my colleagues had the beef prego which came without the peri peri sauce until..."

Stuninho

"Bottega Cafe is an unassuming and modest place to relax on a Saturday afternoon or if you have to finish some work on a Sunday. It's quite and..."

Nisha Fakir

"I had high expectations for Botega and honestly, I was quite disappointed. The place has a lovely, very European vibe. I found the waiters to be very..."

Robyn Louw

"Loved my meal. Everything was delicious. Had the fillet porcini and it was amazing!!! The only downer is because I specifically asked to be in main..."

Noni Demetriou

"Every time I come here, never a disappointing meal!! From starter to desert, always leaves my tummy satisfied!! Lovely atmosphere and warm welcoming..."

Alexandra Horne

"Usually I'm keen on trying new dishes, but their ribs are just the best! I prefer theirs over every other meat restaurant. Service is always good...."

Joline Maritz

"Efficient and friendly service.The dishes are really varied and are not something that you find in many restaurants.The steak..."

Guillermo Van Veen

"Good coffee, friendly service and generous portions - a great way to start your day! We enjoyed a good breakfast here and will be back again. The..."

Tables And Thyme

"If life is too short to stuff your own artichokes, it's worth every minute to take a trip to Bottega and eat theirs. on their starter blackboard..."

Bridget

"It's a gem that isn't tapped into. Amongst Parkhurst's power houses, Bottega should be included but sadly isn't. A decent vegetarian menu and drink..."

Brooklyn J. Pakathi

"To sum up Bottega there is just one word: great! This restaurant is directly on the opposite side of the main road from wolfpack. I will..."

Gary Greenberg

"Recently went there for the first time. It's a pity it was a Sunday and they close early, but nonetheless, they managed to steal my heart. It reminds..."

Thandi Mpanza

"Bottega is such a buzz. Authentically Italian, set on the Parkhurst strip, and of course drawing a big following of regular and new faces...."

Jill Okkers

"Had a lovely meal with my fav girls here. It's a quaint Italian restaurant in vibey Parkhurst with a limited menu where almost everything is yum!..."

Bhavya Rama

"Bottega Bottega! Bravo Bravo!!!! This little hole in the wall is so magical. You step in and you are taken to a wonderland of..."

Thembelihle Seruto

"Super bistro! Menu from chalkboard. Superb wine list. I like to try new places often, but I always find myself returning to this place. But sit..."

Anja Immelman

"This bite size gem has never disappointed me, I have only indulged in their pasta's which have proved to be winners each and every single time. Space..."

Khosi Nkambule

"One of my old favourites. I often crave one of their pastas that isn't always on the menu, but whenever I go there and ask for it they have no..."

Katherine

"Delicious little Italian restaurant with a pretty cool vibe! Happily accommodated our table of 8 that grew to 12 within a few short hours. Very..."

Lauren Frade

"Went there today forbthe first time. Lovely quaint italian place. Food was amazing and the waiters were very accomodating. Found it a bit weird that..."

Deepa Daya

"What a treat Bottega was. Small intimate Resturant and a nite out with the gals. We were looking for comfort food and somewhere warm, we got both. I..."

Preetika.jasmath

"I've been going here for years. The place is intimate and has a great vibe. What you'd expect from a high street restaurant.Service is v..."

Gareth Bladon

"Bottega Cafe is a small, warm & cosy cafe. Its beautiful whiskey bottle lined walls and soft lighting creates an ambience which makes it the perfect..."

TheJoburgFoodie

"I was lucky enough to be invited to Bottega the other evening to taste some lovely new signature dishes added to the menu.I must admit i..."

The Food Musketeer

"Bottega literally translates from the Italian word for ‘Little Workshop’. This little spot was first opened by passionate Saverio in 2006 and has..."

Lauras World

"Lovely vibe and great food make for a really enjoyable dining experience! Delish steaks and a good wine list always make the menu for us. Book in..."

Genna Hansen

"Why do I always come back here? Because I know the standard of food is constantly good and the menu is always mindblowing! Do yourself a favour try..."

Alister Hay

"The pasta at this place is incredible. It's not on the menu but written in the chalk boards bordering the interior of the restaurant so keep your..."

Jarrod Michael-Sylar Prinsloo-Bluth

"Best hot chocolate ever! Honestly... ever! Food was great, selection is awesome and did I mention how yum the hot chocolate is? The salmon..."

Kirsten Smythe

"One of the best restaurants I have been to in ages. Very accommodating and the owner is approachable, willing to assist and give the best advice..."

Kristie-Kim Rundle

"Yummy. Authentic. Romantic. Quaint. An absolute delight. The service is exceptional. Always full. Love that the menu is on a board on the wall...."

Yolleen

"A warm feel to this interestingly, but simply decorated joint :)Took my parents for their anniversary & they really had a good time...."

Aarti Bharwani

"When it comes down to choosing a restaurant to review for the week, sometimes its just chance, and sometimes I go with determination. This week was..."

Akio

"Farai and Pailine give excellent service. Friendly, funny and so hospitable. The owner gave us a desert on the house (best piña cotta ever!) for our..."

JR

"Massive fan of the 650g pork ribs - shamelessly had sweet barbecue sauce all over my hands and face for most of my date night. The other half also..."

James Plimsoll

"Three little words: Chocolate mousse cake!Our Ducati Owners Club xmas dinner 2014 was held at Bottega cafe. The set menu was quite..."

Leigh Rushbrook

"One of my new Jhb favourites. Felt like i was back in Italy. Great ambience, service, food, wine. We had the fillet porcini and linguini fileto...."

Lauren Leigh

"My favourite pasta in the world in the most authentic café in all of South Africa. The wine and Whiskey selection is outstanding. Service is casual..."

Jan Van Schalkwyk

"Amazing pasta. Best seafood pasta ever had. Zucchini fries also a treat.small cozy restaurant. Massive whiskey selection for sale..."

Franklin Legend TV

"Awesome little spot in Parkhurst. Food was absolutely delicious! Service was impeccable. Manager and owner checked on us without intruding. And table..."

Adrian Naidoo

"Amazing whisky collection, with even better food. Owner is very knowledgeable. Was a great..."

Bernhard Breytenbach

"We had our whisky tasting night there as they hosted. I was pleasantly surprised by their whisky collection. I also enjoyed my pasta there so will..."

Thabo Hermanus

"A very excellent burger for lunch. Good sized portion and perfectly cooked. Staff were friendly, and the place has a relaxed neighbourhood feel about..."

Ben Locke

"Fantastic cocktails and great local place in Parkhurst. They have a great pasta menu and if you feel like veal this is the place to have it. I also..."

Werner Wilders

"Wonderful , cozy spot , the owner Sav is a gracious host , very knowledgeable on whisky, service and food are top notch always a favourite of the..."

Nicol Posthumus

"Great food and lots of whisky..."

Anthony Mackaiser

"My absolute favourite restaurant for pasta and steak. The restaurant is small lending itself to a cosy atmosphere. The staff are long term staff who..."

Nicolette Brown

"Great food. Good vibe. Amazing collection of..."

Barry Kukkuk

"Best place for Pastas. Small and cozy restaurant with amazing stuff. Went there on my own to have dinner and I didn't even feel alone. It was a great..."

Sinanziwe Ndlovu

"A true culinary delight! And that's just the start- the owner Sav gave us a Masterclass in whiskey tasting (I now can casually refer to non..."

Michael Pepper

"Whiskey fanatics, foodies and above else - this is the place for you. Outstanding, vast and comprehensive selection of whiskey and spirits for great..."

Mic “Mickels” GC

"The steak was sensational, seriously.. Cooked to perfection, rare, seasoned and simply delicious.. As always the food impreses.. The wine list..."

Byron Potgieter

"Top Italian in everyway. Brilliant dishes and variety, excellent service and the biggest whiskey collection I've ever seen. The owner will bend over..."

Adam Wittert

"My favorite place to buy whisky in South Africa, a massive selection, from the original to the rare. The food is great, more than just a Cafe, menu..."

Stuart Mack

Illovo Mastrantonio

87/100 (1705 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I ordered some dulche de leche crepes. It got delivered really quickly and it was well spelled and packaged. It came with some vanilla ice cream. The..."

Aisha Moolla

"The staff are all wonderfully friendly and attentive. The ambience is cosy and is perfect for an intimate night out or a social with..."

Little Miss Rabbit 🐇

"Dined at Matrantonio on a busy Friday night. Service was attentive but unobtrusive. A party of six had the prawn pasta and the prawn risotto. Pasta..."

SamuelandJacinta Pather

"Absolutely delicious food , went for a casual evening our and had their “Panzotti” and it was one of thee best things I’ve ever had, along with..."

Kiara

"This is a lovely restaurant but it's not glitzy or a follower of fashion. This restaurant is, I humbly suggest, a traditional Italian trattoria. It..."

Philip

"A favorite of mine for many years! The service is top class and the ambience is warm and inviting. My favorites to have are the tortellini aurora,..."

Ilyaas A. Mayet

"good food and nice place for a cosy dinner. tasty tortellini soup and good bread offered. perfect for a special event with your partner any day..."

Abravo112

"As the general public continue enjoy eating out at restaurants like never before, there's no shortage of shiny new places to try. Yet sometimes we..."

Philip The Foodie

"Mastrantonio | Illovo SquareCOSY DATE SPOT | INCREDIBLE PASTA We visited Mastrantonio for an early dinner on a Friday. Probably..."

Matthew Alford

"Had the most delicious pasta dinner last night, service was excellent and fast, atmosphere was so pleasant! For two people with wine it wasn't..."

Joshua Pinnock

"Mastrantonio never fails to deliver!!! Broke the routine and didn't have pasta - the artichoke salad and flash fried calamari were a fabulous..."

Athena Pavlakis

"First time visit this Italian restaurant. It seems to be a popular place for regulars as well as business people.The layout was a bit weird..."

Sam

"After not being here for a very long time, I took my mom for her birthday. It was really good!! The service was EXCEPTIONAL, very relaxed yet still..."

Nicole

"One of my favorite Italian places in JHB. Food and service is consistently good, with good value for money. I am always happy to take friends there..."

Debra Nortje

"Visited this stall at the Sanlam HmC Fair...we had two mini focaccias...one with salmon & cream cheese, the other with beef slices...both were good..."

Sharima Bramannan

"Good quality meal, plus very attentive service: explains the always busy restaurant! The caprese salad was one of the best I've had. Great value for..."

Judith Matthis

"I often eat here and the food is always excellent. The standard is the exact same every time. Such a warm atmosphere with the most friendly staff...."

Healthy Heart

"Went for lunch and ordered the Mellanzane, was well prepared however Luke warm on the inside , needed extra flavouring though, the chicken and..."

Russel Roth

"Have eaten here a few times. I recently popped in with a client for a quick lunch. I had the bucatini and he had the veal penne. Management is very..."

Stuninho

"I've never had a bad experience here. Every dish on the menu has something special about it, be it the gnocchi, pasta, fish or chicken breasts...."

Kyla Meyerson

"Okie dokie. A restaurant I have been going to for years. I have been waiting to write this review for a while now as I wanted to add photos alongside..."

Tiffany

"Beautiful Italian food prepared with love and care. The restaurant has a good ambience with attentive staff. The food was great - the gnocchi I..."

G Makan

"Lunch service is good. Waiters very effective and friendly and know the menu well. We were a party of 5 and were seated promptly and served well. Why..."

Mar Jen

"A classic Italian eatery with authentic tastes. Rich & tasty panzerotti dish. I highly recommend their pasta. Pleasant staff & swift service...."

Jess & Francois お茶の目利き

"I has lunch here today (7 June), with colleagues and I have to say the food was phenomenal!! I had the veal with the mushroom sauce. It was by far..."

Steph Schwartz

"Had my first visit to Mastroantonio to celebrate a birthday. While the ambience of the restaurant is very likeable, there's something about it that..."

Geoff Simmons

"Mastrantonio consistently serves up delicious Italian cuisine. The melenzane is amazing and combined with other taste sensation starters on the menu..."

The Big Mouth

"This is a hot spot in Johannesburg. If your going for a business lunch or a dinner party with the friends, you will always bump into someone you..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Have been here a few times but took the family for lunch and we skipped mains instead we over ordered different starter dishes and sampled them..."

Cdawg Dubya

"With so much choice in the area it took a while to get around to this spot hidden in Illovo Mews. It was really good though on a lazy afternoon for a..."

Erhardkk

"Good food, good service. The menu however is fairly standard, lacking in creativity. The wine list is expensive catering for the business..."

Runi

"Always great food with awesome service. All meals that each of us had was awesome and love by everyone. Paulo and his team shows you how an old..."

Gerald Jacob

"Absolutely fantastic! Went there with a group of colleagues, so I did get to taste a variety of their starters and desserts. Amazing..."

Jeanette Verster

"Delicious, wholesome and authentic Italian. Superb starters and salads (I love the calamari) and then you must try the mussels or one of their baked..."

Mike Varney

"My wife and I have had the pleasure of enjoying the great food & service at MA since its inception. I appreciate the simplicity & consistency Paolo..."

Manfred Mullers

"Excellent! The food is amazing and never fails to impress. The crab pasta is to die for. Everything is super fresh. Amazing wine selection. Best to..."

Linda Meyer

"This is a review based only on their food because I ate their incredible food at an event at Nirox Sculpture Park for a fund raiser. I have never..."

Idalina Silva

"Mastrantonio used to be a chain of very commercialized, very average Italian franchises, however the number of them have decreased over the years...."

Nick Liguori

"Consistently has high standards. This restaurant has stood the test of time over many years. Bookings are probably necessary as it's almost always..."

Cleo

"An institution. Decades of successful patronage of the rich, famous and beautiful. I've been here so often over the years - it sets the standard for..."

Darryl W

"We went there on a saturday night and it was busy. The food was delicious, i had this special starter called capresini, delicious. Other starters..."

Sandra Bucher

"Excellent Pasta's especially the veal strip penne, very well managed by the owner who really makes you feel welcome. Highly recommended, will..."

Brett Page

"Mastrantonio is a top-of-mind choice for delicious Italian food in a convivial grown-up setting. The staff is friendly and professional, and Paulo..."

Louise Whittaker

"Great service and great food ! Definitely worth it ! I have never had a bad meal at this restaurant . Try book in advance as it is almost always full..."

Gia Jacobs

"This is one of my favourite Italian restaurants. The home made past is always delicious and cooked to perfection. The dishes are always full of..."

Travis

"Good food great atmosphere. The service was a little on the sad side, not for lack of being seen. I had not even closed my knife and fork and my..."

Beverly

"I always try and book this place for work functions. Nice, relaxed setting, with a great menu and wine list. I always feel that their starters are..."

Jerrod Moodley

"Loved it! Received lovely service and the energy was great. My veal pasta was yummy too. My friend had the creme brûlée and was in love. Definitely..."

Dudu Dee

"They have nice Italian wine here - what good times it has been! Have not had one sub standard meal here. They always blow my mind. Tripe, steak,..."

Byron Anthony Morris

Martini

"My favorite Italian.. Restaurant in JHB. Food is always cooked to perfection. Management and staff consistently..."

Alexis Andrea Azzie

"Really great food. Always fresh ingredients. In a good central location. Highly enjoyed every..."

Verushka Bhagaloo

"We have been there a few times for dinner. The service is generally very friendly. I had the crab pasta which was on special and it was..."

Jodi

"I joined a friend for lunch at Masterantonio and enjoyed a yummy 'Linguine Forestiera' which was a deliciously simple pasta with a creamy mushroom..."

Jacqueline Lues

Choo Choo Junction

87/100 (1510 ratings)

"Had the most exquisite lunch this afternoon. The most amazing food ever in Linden. Five star gourmet taste explosion a la fine dining in a casual fab..."

Ester Van Rensburg

"I have been fortunate enough to have lived in a few countries all with really amazing food especially Montreal Canada. But Choo Choo Junctions Asian..."

Duvan J Cilliers

"Wow! I had such an awesome time at Choo Choo Junction last night for my mum's bday, they made us feel so welcome and even gave everyone a..."

Jodie Storm Falconer

"Thank you so much for the great service organising my partners 30th birthday (10 Feb 2018)! You were so helpful from helping with the cocktail..."

Lee Marilie Doman

"Thank you so much to Gisela and Rene for making my boyfriend's party a tremendous treat and success. The service was fantastic, the food awesome and..."

Liezl Grobler

"Lovely chilled vibe, good food, interesting menu. Thanks to Precious and the other staff for making our datenite special. Will be visiting again..."

Lizanne Van Zyl Wessels

"Really cool place. Great staff, great vibe and the best steak I've had in Jozi. Highly recommended for a great night out..."

Craig Bryan

"Great atmosphere, friendly staff and incredible food. Would highly recommend..."

Tyrone Crowie

"amazing vibe, amazing food, amazing service! so worth the visit..."

Jade Shalala

"My husband and I went with some friends to Choo Choo and we just loved it. The decor was simple and appealing. Loved the light fittings. The wine..."

Bronwen Kubelun Gruss

"Epic place with amazing staff. This one is definitely on the list of favourite..."

Dwaine Duthie

"Very nice place with a awesome menu for food and cocktails! Wonderful atmosphere! Great for every..."

Anna Herbst

"Fantastic vibe, Delicious food, Awesome Staff, Great Price. Will Definitely be back...."

Tracy Leigh Nourse

"Thank you for your incredible kindness, great service and fantastic..."

Olga Lombard

"4 stars as there's always room for improvement. My mum and I went for the cheese wheel experience, and it was very different. We enjoyed it. The..."

Rochelle Mohanlall

"Food and atmosphere was great! Nice cocktail 241 daily from 12h to..."

Ben Schutte

"Food portions were a tad small. Delicious food though and great drinks. We spent hours here having drinks and watching the people of Linden living..."

kristen fourie

"If you’re looking for something a little different then this spot is right up your alley. With a Tex-Mex and Asian inspired fusion dishes to choose..."

Melissa Griesel

"Had a very nice experience at Choo Choo waiters service was on point. Food was delicious. Sunday has a 2 for one cocktail special. We had 8 cocktails..."

Deon Erasmus

"We had the cheese wheel pasta dish thing. Great to have the food being prepared in that manner, and the way chef explained the process, concept and..."

Matthew Neilon

"My second visit and it was fun. Great vibe, lovely food, economically viable with exceptional..."

Carmelita Ripepi Goliath

"We had the wine pairing and food, last night and it was fantastic! The four courses served were delicious and the wines complemented each dish..."

Lara Lolla

"Such a lovely restaurant, the lava cake is amazing, flatbread is delicious, cocktails are well combined. Our waiter, Godfrey was God sent. Amazing..."

Juzelle Venter

"It's a bar/resturant, but more of a restaurant than a bar. Good vibes, nice atmosphere. Parking is on the street, and there are car guards. Food is..."

Matt Jardine

"Finally got to try the flaming cheese wheel that happens on Wednesdays. Restaurant has a lovely warm atmosphere. Waiter was very friendly. The owner..."

TK

"Awesome: a steampunk themed restaurant. They have a global cuisine menu. A novel drinks menu (a whole section of absinthe cocktails). Friendly and..."

Vivek Mooruth

"Was an amazing experience. We did the cheese wheel experience on a Wednesday night and the owner did it for us so we were able to chat with her and..."

Barbara Roux (barbsthatjoburggirl)

"What a wonderful experience. Tastes of the world happen here on a Wednesday with 4 course meals. They differ all the time and you can taste the..."

Andrew Moura

"We went especially to try out the Cheese wheel. Definitely a unique experience. Pasta was tasty with extra toppings to order as per individual..."

Anne Karatzas

"Awesome food in an interesting setting. Good variety of dishes presented in a unique way. Well recommended. They also run daily specials so we’ll..."

Thomas Meyer

Hlobisile khumalo

"Lovely vegetarian nachos that we shared as a starter. Has to get doggy bags for mains of flat bread and calamari. All delish and their coctails..."

Nazzer Bm

"This restaurant is always a fun night out. They have themed nights every month and twice a week they make pasta from a flaming cheese wheel. The menu..."

Shulka Mohabir

Buonissimo

Fresh Cold Pressed Juice

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French Butter Croissant

"Best Pizza in town - best staff - great coffee too- you must try our favorite pizza the Augusto - also offering gluten free pizzas- love this..."

Sandra Jacobs

"I give the Greenstone branch 5 out of 5 for just good fricken pizza. PERFECT base...propper italian style..... they are not stingy on toppings and..."

Michael Wilkinson

"Words can never express our thanks for all you and your fantastic staff did for us on Saturday the 9th. The food was absolutely superb and everyone..."

Janet Gillings

"Like stepping into a tiny piece of Italy. They have been a very popular business in our Modderfontein community for many years. Not just amazing..."

Lorna Webster Nortje

"This is such a lovely place Food is EXCELLENT definitely one of our favorite..."

Rosanna Ferro

"Best pizza! 🍕 Best coffee! ☕ How would I survive without..."

Alexandra King

"Had an awesome early dinner. good wine and delicious salad and cold meats with a..."

Stella James Erasmus

"Best pizza I've had ! Recommend it to all pizza lovers !..."

Taryn-Lee Robbins

"Our favourite family pasta and pizza ristorante..."

Pauline Burroughs-Hicks

"Amazing food, amazing service, great setting. All round great..."

Simone Pereira

"Hands down, THE best Pizza in town and always greeted by their friendly..."

Ryan Vogel

"Best banting pizza in town!!!!! Excellent..."

Natalie De Matteis

"Best pizza ☺️any day of the week hands down. Service has always fantastic every time. And it's set in beautiful..."

Antonio Da Silva

"It tastes like real Italian Pizza!Their dough is heavenly and the tomato paste must be a family recipe. A must try for ALL pizza lovers. They..."

Shannon Joy De Villiers

"Went to the new premises last night. Really a lovely evening out, good food, well priced and a lovely setup.Service a little on the slow side..."

Mark Lahner

"Lovely selection of pizza and pasta's - all freshly made. Don't forget to save space for the desserts and the "larger than normal" cuppacino...."

Gerald B Lau

"Have had several different pizza's, absolutely superb! Delicious light, crisp, fresh base. Pasta are home made, amazing! Sauces are tasty and really..."

Megz Skye

"I dream about these pizza's-honestly the best pizzs's in town! It is a great environment with great shop owners who provide you with the best service..."

Bryleigh Van Rensburg

"Fresh ingredients, polite staff, mouth watering menu. The only 3 things that should matter to a foodie. Also, exactly how I'd describe this Italian..."

Sizani Msiza

"I heard a lot about this place from a friend we have been putting it off as it is always full. Today we had a gap, Excellent food and service at a..."

Adrian

"Small little establishment hidden away, blink and you will miss it! Ordered some pizzas on a sunday afternoon and they were delish! Prices are quiet..."

Michela Di Franco

"Very, very, VERY nice place. Small, unassuming, next to a Shell garage. The food is very good, and well priced too, and there's a large selection...."

Jane D

"A berry good time! A friend & I popped in to get some cool refreshments. We had the Iced beverages can't recall the names but they were..."

Angie

"Their pizza is definitely traditional and yummy but the long wait is no fun!!! If you looking for authentic then this is the place just make sure if..."

StuieMic

"Absolutely dismal service received from Georgia this evening...been going to Buonissimo for over 3years now (And rated the restaurant 5 starts until..."

Vidhya Naidoo

"Best pizza & pasta in Jhb! Once you've eaten here it's tough going to any other pizza place. Freshest ingredients used and very tasty. Small and..."

SerenityIsMe

"Lovely litte place in modderfontein to grab an amazing pizza! Often stop by on my way home to get dinner usually take away. Nice variety of pizzas..."

Johann Terblanche

"Full disclosure: I have eaten pizzas from here for the past 4 years.This place is awesome. The restaurant is owner run and owner managed by..."

David Winslow

"One of the best places to have a fantastic lunch at. The pizzas as great but the thing you wanna have is their paninis. I personally have not had a..."

Stoil Michaylov

"Without a doubt the best traditional wood fired pizzas that I have found in Joburg. They have a fantastic selection with some unique options which..."

Jonathan Starmer

"Just a little stroll from us. On a Sunday morning nothing could be easier. Although they are known by everyone in the area for pizza their breakfast,..."

Wicked Cream

"Breafast was good. Eggs sooft and bacon crispy as per order. View over the dam, cool breeze, good service. Enjoyed it. Coffee was okay, but no large..."

Pakman

"A quaint little Italian restaurant/cafe located at the shell garage near the modserfontein dam. I really great place to spend Saturday lunch time..."

John Risk Golding

"Devine restaurant! Best pizza in town! Love the atmosphere. The tiramisu pudding as well as the milkshake is absolutely delicious! Very nice and..."

Bryleigh

"Order pizza for the office once a month from here . Absolutely divine ! The bacon , avo and feta and the seafood pizza's are to die for . Worth the..."

Taniko Gough

"My new favorite local pizza spot, great views and authentic Italian pizza that is never short on cheese or toppings. Would be nice if they were open..."

Darren Van Der Schyff

"I was in Italy in 2012, and the pizza we get from Buonissimo transports me back there with every bite. Evocative and brilliant I highly recommend..."

Adrienne Saif

"Lovely, reasonably priced meals and good service. Frequented by locals which is encouraging! They have a great selection of authentic Italian meals..."

Kirsten Morrison

"Most amazing food ever, staff is always so helpful and friendly with a smile on their faces ! I recommend it to anyone who loves Italian. I have come..."

Taryn

"A nice pizza store that is frequented by locals. The view from the restaurant is amazing , overlooking the Modderfontein lake . The sunsets here must..."

Jose De Carvalho

"This is a family run restaurant that never fails to impress. Grandma Olga bakes fresh ciabatta bread every day. Daniello and Giorgia and their lovely..."

Sue Grant

"My favourite pizza place in the area. Had breakfast today which was tasty as breakfasts go. Really try to have their pizza though... You..."

Steven

"Best pizza ive ever had. Most amazing and friendly owners and staff who always accomodate their guests needs. They also have the best tiramisu ive..."

Zoë James

"Amazing pizza. Homemade pasta. A real little..."

Fred Beyl

"Buonissimo pizza is a Friday night family favorite - their vegetarian pizza is the..."

Kirsten

Dolci Cafe

87/100 (1150 ratings)

French Toast Croissant

Spaghetti Vongole Veraci

Pollo Farcito

Pesto

Boiled Egg and Soldiers

Melanzane

Squid & Potato Salad

Cappuccino

Zuppa Di Cozze With Pasta

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

"Loved the ambiance; great place for a laid back Saturday. We had great breakfast and big sized cappuccinos &..."

Lumka Khaile

"A huge thank you to Jackie for my daughter's birthday lunch on Saturday. The food was absolutely delicious and we all enjoyed it so much. The staff..."

Allison Swart

"A rare find in terms of reasonably priced genuine and authentic Italian fare. Owner/manager attendance makes for a personal and pleasant service..."

Clinton Van Coller

"Amazing food, excellent service..."

Eat Like A Legend

"Great spot hidden away (I have lived in Parktown North for a couple of years and never even knew of this place LOL)! Proper Italian food made the..."

Robyn Louw

"Delicious Pizza and pasta! We have followed this owners food wherever it has moved from Illovo to Blairgowrie and now Craighall, and the irresistible..."

Yummy!

"My husband and I heard about Dolce, and was advised to make a reservation, we did however not listen to the advice and tried our luck at just..."

Mari

"Delicious true authentic Italian restaurant.Nice location, calm romantic setting, tasty and scrumptious food. Prices are good for the..."

Sean William

"Arrived to a warm, welcoming restaurant. Very friendly and helpful staff, fantastic service and delicious food with plenty of options. Will..."

David Knight

"Absolutely loooooooved the ambience, definitely a hidden gem! Coming back to unwind without a doubt. All I had was dessert after a long and stressful..."

Xivo Manzini

"I have lived in the area for a decade and watched one restaurant, yoga studio and fighting gym after the other fail in this centre. How wonderful..."

Burningpaper

"Definitely one of gems in Joburg. Service is good, staff are really friendly but not all over you kind, never really disappointed with the food..."

Robyn Lin

"Yay, yay o yay!! I was so sad when Amacord closed its doors and I thought I would never have Luciano’s to die for, Canneloni again. I was so happy..."

Charmaine Rautenbach

"This charming little cafe is a gem. We decided to try it after it was mentioned in a list of places with the best cheesecake in..."

Tam Loves Food

"This truly is a hidden gem! Went for breakfast and Dolci’s delivered on food, service and ambiance. Staff is very attentive without being over..."

Zinzerella

"This restaurant has been on my radar for a while as it keeps popping up on my Zomato feed and i kept noticing how high the rating is. I was meeting a..."

Anisha Lutchman

"I can’t believe it’s taken me so long to pay this charming eatery a visit! I popped in for a working lunch. Enjoying the recently extended and..."

Anthea Chittenden

"Dolci cafe is quaint place in Craighall. The setting is sunny and open. It perfect place for a late breakfast after a late night out. I had the egg..."

Shilan Govender

"Always a great visit - was encouraged to try the bree & asparagus lasagne... what a win!?Coffee was great, service better and setting, is a..."

Paul Vermaak

"Food is great and pastries are amazing!The food is real and you can see that the ingredients are fresh. Really nice place for breakfast, coffee..."

Luciana Matsuda

"I will give this restaurant 4 stars for food. The food is outstanding the French toast is spectacular, scrambled egg and salmon is tasty. My one..."

Ursula Van Rooyen

"I always enjoy visiting this cute place. It reminds me of a ladies tea room.The breakfast selection is good and the portion sizes and..."

Lisa Lumley

"Finally ! Stopped for a quick breakfast and from the word “Go” it was amazingHad small breakfast and value for its..."

Carel Frederik Kallie

"Yummy avo & toast, great espresso, lovely restaurant and great staff! Really enjoyed this little spot!..."

Candi Make Up

"I loved the attention to detail at Dolci Cafe. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and my cappuccino came in the prettiest mugs I've ever been..."

Carole Craggs

"An amazing restaurant. Definitely beats the corner cafe for me. A lot more spacious and waiters are incredibly well mannered. Food was really good..."

Anthony Sabbagh

"Amazing food, amazing service from our waiter, Ayanda. The menu has a lot of great (affordable) options to choose from and the setting was very..."

Tahnee Anne Naidoo

"What a great find for the end of the year! I have driven past so many times - to my detriment. Wonderful venue, superb service, delicious food and..."

Food Lover Deluxe

"I really like Dolci Cafe. Simple yet effectively decorated with interesting art on the walls (that you can buy). The food is what drives me back. ..."

Steve Nicholls

"What a lovely little hidden gem. Looks tiny from the outside, but when you go inside the restaurant, you'll be pleasantly surprised. Lovely outside..."

Cassandra Wright

"Clayton hosted our event for The Last Sacrament auditions. An awesome host with the most delicious tarts. Loved the look, feel and great..."

Sharon Jordan Hitchcox

"I went here for lunch on (8 August 2017)The service was top notch! Absolutely exceptional. Great and attentive waiting staff. Nothing was..."

Tiffany

"My girlfriend and I love this place. Such incredible food and hospitality, with live jazz on Fridays, a real suburban gem. We hope that support pours..."

Alex Wright

"Dolci Cafe is indeed a hidden gem 👌🏻🔥This is officially my new found brunch spot and I can't wait to try their main meals .I..."

Abs

"For an almost new restaurant the building it is in is not so ‘new’. In saying this I think it does bring character that everything is not newly..."

LB

"Tucked away in a little area in Craighall. Owned by Itallians and continuing the assaggi and amacord style of food. This place has great itallian..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Found a hidden gem in Craighall Park. What a lovely little spot. Interior is pretty, spacious and so well decorated. Went in for a lazy Saturday..."

The Great Diner

"Fantastic... Fantastic... Fantastic Great value!!!Bellissima Had some baked risotto balls, which was brilliant. Great cake and..."

Zander Van Der Walt

"Lovely little Italian deli...very friendly staff and amazing food. Melanzane was delicious and pasta cooked perfectly al dente. Nice wine list, and..."

Melanie Meyers

"Dolci Cafe is a new neighbourhood favourite of mine! It's an absolute hidden gem that I cannot recommend highly enough. Quiet, tastefully decorated..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"We had heard good things about Dolci on various neighbourhood Facebook pages, so popped in for a quick lunch this week. We enjoyed sitting outside in..."

Jude

"Dolci has recently undergone a renovation and grown in size. I found the space a little "cold" and sparse, and the acoustics weren't great, whereas..."

Katherine

"One of the best spots for a wide variety of breakfasts and lunches. Great friendly service adds to the warm neighbourhood feel. The cookies served..."

Daan Jacobs

"A lovely restaurant with a great atmosphere settled in the heart of Craighall Park. Came here for a late breakfast with some friends and we all loved..."

Jarrod Michael-Sylar Prinsloo-Bluth

"My in-laws were out from Scotland and we were looking for somewhere light for breakfast - my husband had read good reviews and so we decided to give..."

Sally Downie

"Last night a fellow foodie friend and I went for dinner at Dolci Café in Craighall! Living in the area I have often done breakfast or lunch over a..."

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"A quaint little restaurant in the heart of craighall that is ideal for a light lunch or brunch on a Sunday. For those of us who love dogs but can..."

Thefoodiedudee

"I have been to Dolci Café a few times! Each time I go back it gets better and better! The Owners Clayton & Head Chef Jacqui constantly make me feel..."

Björn Luciano Salsone

"I visited this pretty little spot as part of an event that was held in collaboration with Zomato and Lanique. The owners were perfect hosts and the..."

Saiyuri

"My wife's favourite place. A cosy, welcoming retreat, full of delicious meals and treats. Friendly, competent and efficient staff. We always leave..."

Deon Brummer

"A taste of an Italian Cafe at this owner run spot in the heart of Craighall. It's a trip worth making if you're not in the 'hood. Pop in for an..."

Tables And Thyme

"09.07.2016 I recently attended a #zomatoxdolci function in conjuction with Dolci Cafe and Lanique. It's situated slightly off the beaten track as I'd..."

The Food Musketeer

"I had a most enjoyable experience being hosted by both Lanique & Dolci this past Saturday and managed to sample quite a bit of both Dolci's sweet and..."

Lauras World

"A brilliant cafe, great food and atmosphere. Friendly staff, the owners are awesome people and it is pet friendly too! Will definitely go back!..."

Craig

"Lovely atmosphere, relaxing, owner-run, fresh and quality ingredients, pet friendly, freshest scones, friendly staff, accommodating and casual..."

Petra Laranjo Hourquebie

"Lovely cost atmosphere. Friendly and a delicious menu. I popped in for a quick cup of coffee and was immediately tempted by the pastries- just the..."

Brenda Caplen

"When you find a little hidden gem of an Italian coffee shop, you know you're in for a treat. We visited Dolci Cafe for the first time the other day,..."

Minkys

"Great little place for a nice, quiet weekend breakfast. Good personalised service with good food. Menu is smaller than that of a franchise but just..."

Emily Scott

"This is the type of restaurant we need more of in Joburg. Real, cozy, great food and owner run. Haven't had such a pleasant experience in a long..."

Stefan Janssens

"Found this great little restaurant on Zomato. The restaurant is bright and cheerful . We had such an awesome open omelet breakfast and then cheated..."

Pam Stapleton

"WOW!Surprise! Best prawn pasta and tagliata di manzo (fillet +++) in Joburg !Do yourself a favour: I thought we were in Italy but good..."

Richard Lawton

"One of our favourite passtimes is to try new breakfast spots on a Saturday or Sunday morning. And so, it happened, that last Sunday morning I turned..."

Lia Marus

"The pastries in Dolci are amazing, every time I go there, I feel as though I'm back in Italy, such an awesome spot to relax, with a Cappuccino and a..."

Sergio Caon

"We had the most lovely breakfast here in this small but beautiful cafe. The whole vibe is so perfect, and really makes you feel as if you are in a..."

ROBERT ELLIS

"Yeah! a new Breakfast venue in Craighall Park - with a great lunch menu too!a Must try!Boiled Egg and Soldiers and a perfect Anchovy..."

Annemarie Meintjes

"Lovely new coffee shop on this stretch of Clarence Ave. Very friendly owner-managed. Great coffees and free wifi! We had very tasty melanzane for..."

Judith Matthis

"Lovely little spot in the suburb, free wifi and pet friendly. Strawberry and Nutella Croissant fresh and super yummy, the parfait beautifully..."

Lauren Kim

"A gorgeous Café in Craighall Park with amazing pastries and a very tasty Lasagna. I'll be back for lunch again soon. I can't wait till they get..."

Clayton Boyd

"Just when I thought I was out...they pull me back in. If you are watching your figure don't go here. If not, order a coffee and a syrup and bacon..."

Thomas Patton

"For years, this restaurant has held its ground in JHB, consistently delivering authentic Italian tastes. If you're hunting for hand-made pasta – a..."

Victor H.

"Takeaway for my 1st time everr trying this place that I've been trying to get to go forever! So decided I'd do a takeaway It was perfectly..."

nicci bakos

"outstanding from top to toe, fresh delicious homey Italian and excellent service in a beautiful place. thank..."

Aurianne Gray

"Friendly waiter, management was a bit aloof… nice light, decent size tables, tasty food. Portions are a bit small which made it feel a tad..."

Erica K

"Food was good despite the order being slightly wrong. Would be a 5 star experience was it not for the service being quite tardy. Perhaps we had an..."

Harry Maarsingh

"Had the squid, potato and tomato salad and it was truly..."

Ève Smith

"Flawless. The food, staff and ambiance at Dolci was amazing. The pizza are fresh with a crispy base and a slight chew in the dough. All desserts were..."

Sean McIntyre

"Great service, great breakfast - every dish with a twist. Staff with a sense of pride and ownership. Definitely going..."

Theuns Fourie

"Okay so now this is the best pizza I have had in jhb probably the country. My father loved the canaloni. Wow I'm impressed well done will be back to..."

Chetan 47

"I want to start my review with 5 🌟 stars for DOLCE CAFE what is at Lancaster Village, 28 Clarence Ave. Craighall Park If we are talking about..."

Victoria Vitruk

"My final luncheon with my Besty. Italian it was, we received wonderful service and enjoyed the..."

Jo Maema

"Unexpectedly relaxing atmosphere. The coffee shop’s menu has a variety of traditional Italian dishes and many vegetarian options. Desserts are..."

Mayyy

"Truffle pasta and gnocchi is a must! Their signature dessert is out of this world. Great atmosphere and attention to..."

Jenny van den Berg

"Great food!!! Good service!! Thank..."

Natali

"Veal is absolutely fantasic. Pizzas are authentic. Service attentive. Wonderful for a special..."

Dallace Rickson Jolly

"Dolci is CONSISTENTLY good. It's the kind of consistency you want from your local Italian. Never..."

Nicky Jervis

La Cucina Di Ciro

86/100 (2469 ratings)

Meringue with Berries

Grilled Fish and Veggie

Pasta

Seafood pasta

Rugola Salad Tossed with Fresh Herbs Roma Tomatoes Cucumber & Parmesan Shavings

Salad

Chicken Livers

Fresh Line Fish of the Day Oven

Duck

Gnocchi

Macchiato Doppio Espresso

Wheelchair Accessible

"We visited for supper on Valentines Day yesterday and it was a good experience overall. There was a set menu available which I initially was a bit..."

MelC

"Lovely Sunday lunch feels. The menu has something for everyone and Ciro is happy to tone down a few of the options for the kiddies. It is always nice..."

Zani Bormann

"Venue is nice - really cozy atmosphere.Staff was really friendly and on point - Chef went around to each table introducing himself and the daily..."

Gary

"My man and I had dinner at La Cucina last night. We were blown away by the cosy setting, on-point service and sublime food. We started with the..."

Nicola Coundourakis

"This place has the best mushroom pasta. I have this passion for papardelle pasta. I don’t what it is. The wider the pasta ribbon the better it is...."

Pei-Lin Chen

"An international colleague and I went there for a quick dinner. We had the prawn cocktail and minestrone soup for starters, and seared salmon for..."

Wilhelm Nauta

"love this spot my lady & I. it's cost and convivial, has great food & service is attentive. Go to gives you the daily specials. what more can you ask..."

Lawrence Smith

"Such a friendly restaurant, we had children with us, they went out their way to accommodate us making spaghetti Bolognaise which wasn't even on the..."

Adrienne

"What a incredible and delightful experience we had on our first visit to the restaurant. From the moment we were greeted at the entrance to when we..."

Andrew Russell

"Excellent food, great service and lovely atmosphere. Never been disappointed! It’s a Jhb institution for good reason! Try the small plates -..."

Lisa Van Vuuren

"Love this restaurant, food beautifully prepared... make your taste buds tingle and desserts prepared by Pinky are to die for! Service is excellent...."

Sable99

"Always a great experience. Delightful food, impeccable service, and beautiful atmosphere.Whenever we are looking for somewhere special to..."

Ben Maxwell

"We had a very nice dinner at Lu Cucina Di Ciro. They had a variety of specials for the night and the food was amazing. From bruchetta for starters,..."

Kyle

"Very enjoyable evening. Delicious food, great service and classy/romantic ambiance. Chef gave recommendations and food really lived up to the fine..."

Bianca Smith

"Great food and Great service! Friendly staff and Ciro's food was amazing! My wife had the Butternut soup starter that was on special and I had the..."

Clinton Milne

"All I can say is that I am so glad I have found this dining room😊It's so cozy and elegant . Perfect for a romantic night out with fantastic..."

Abs

"the ambience is exactly right but the service was not. I like ciro's food but last night it was good rather than great. we had to wait for ciro to..."

Kevin Brooks

"The ambiance was quite lovely and the food was great with sizable portions. On those notes alone, I would definitely go back however a few items..."

Mulalo Lala Liphosa

"My first visit and I enjoyed the atmosphere and food. Fresh ingredients and brilliant combinations. Our waiter was a bit slow on taking our orders..."

Mish

"I can't believe it took me so long to try out this hot spot. The food was tasteful, beautifully prepared and generously proportioned. The service is..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Awesome dining experience! Setting is different to the norm, atmosphere is relaxed. A pleasant surprise that one does not come across anymore was..."

Neil Smith

"Having heard a lot about the restaurant we were excited to finally try it. The staff were a good but you could tell they weren't happy to do anything..."

Tables And Thyme

"Always a treat going to Ciro, great little spot with lovely atmosphere and friendly service. We love sitting out on the patio on a summers afternoon...."

Leigh Hofmeyr

"Always good! Italian French fusion at it's best. Sophisticated yet unpretentious. Fresh and full of taste. The starter was a warm Vichyssoise (ideal..."

Vaughan Davies

"Seriously, this has got to be one of the best ever top notch cuisine restaurants in Johannesburg. We had Calves Liver, to share for starters, a far..."

Desiré Crowther

"Simply outstanding. The food was incredible, the service brilliant and The Owner such a warm and wonderful man. That Sirloin on the bone was on..."

Michael Muller

"Unlike some places which are slick but you just know someone has hired a chef, thinking to make a packet, the eponymous Ciro has been in the business..."

Jill Nudelman

"We got one of the best tables for our lunch and luckily the weather wasn't bad. Our waiter was pretty good, the food was delicious and I'm glad we..."

Khuthala Worx

"I went with my girlfriends the other day and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Everyone was satisfied with their orders. The food was fresh, well..."

Zandile Dlamini

"A great experience.The variety of dishes and the specials are really incredible, the food is always exactly on point.The wine..."

Guillermo Van Veen

"Having gotten to the restaurant late for what was to be my birthday celebration, I was delighted to find that we'd been reserved the best table in..."

ReVino

"La Cucina Di Ciro is my favourite Italian restaurant in Johannesburg, and in my opinion, the most romantic too. Whether you sit under the big oak..."

Bridget Meyer

"Love la cucina! One of my most memorable meals was there , which a beef Wellington on another level, and a hummus salad! The one downside would have..."

Greg

"This place makes for a great lunch spot on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Perfect location in Parkhurst. I like the indoor/outdoor ambience at this..."

Stacey Norsworthy

"Great food, great atmosphere. If you in the area, this is a must. Been here a few times now and planning on coming back again sometime..."

Adriaan Wepener

"We have experienced both La Cucina and the vegetarian sister The Pudding shop on the same property. Both were delicious but I loved the decor of the..."

Claudia McGregor

"Where to begin... This quaint restaurant tucked away along a busy street in Parktown north is one of a kind. When asking around for romantic..."

Megan Fyffe

"What a superb first visit to this little gem yesterday for lunch! A bottle or two of Thelema, and some perfectly seared salmon.. Whats not to..."

Lauras World

"Consistently a fantastic experience all round. Food, service, wine list all top notch. It's quite pricey but you get what you pay for. Pure class..."

Philip Myburgh

"After our meal, we stumbled upon this newly opened restaurant and decided to give their desserts a try. Wonderful setting, service and servings. You..."

Harshika Shantilal

"I have never been disappointed here. Ciro's food is always first class. I've had the best snails in a tomato based sauce once, one of those..."

Christina Schaffner

"A little piece of Italy, from the discovery of the little garden, through the entrance where you have a little covered balcony, and open plan main..."

Michella Ferreira Pellegrino

"I stopped in for a birthday lunch and was pleasantly surprised. The service was attentive, the food was outstanding and it was wonderful chatting to..."

Travis

"The salmon currently featuring on the specials menu is sensational! A nut and sun-dried tomato crust, served on pesto. The accompaniment of caper..."

Anet

"It was my first time here and I'm seriously impressed. I was there for a birthday dinner which was held in a private room which made the occasion..."

CaraMia

"I absolutely love Ciro's. I've been a handful of times but never written a review for some bizarre reason. Ciro himself often comes out to chat..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"Incredible food! The steak melted in my mouth and the pasta was one of the best I've ever had.Amazing staff, very friendly.Amazing romantic..."

Robyn Amy Fincham

"We were here for a birthday gathering. There were 45 of us and they set 3 options on the menu. Everyone had a delish meal and the service was great...."

Bianca Sue Pohlmann

"Overpriced, but very pleasant. Food is tasty, but doesn't feel authentic. All side dishes are priced over-and-above the main course, and are too..."

Matthew

"The food is magnificent, if a little highfalutin. Chef Ciro is also a wonderful dude who gets on well with kids. My only problem with it was that the..."

Yolisa Mkele

"Romantic, unique and special! La Cucina Di Ciro just shines! And with its ambience, setting and menu It was love at first sight!Every meal was..."

Lauren Frade

"Very nice restaurant. The food is a hit and miss sometimes and I do find it very over pieces do what you get. Very nice atmosphere. Wish they would..."

Noni Demetriou

"We have been for dinner a few times for work functions and I must admit I was never blown away by the food or the service. While their smaller..."

Meagan Whitehorn

"Now we are talking , what a beautiful setting I am in awe the simplicity, amazing service and the food lets just say there are fairies dancing in our..."

Val Banet

"Absolutely stunning venue! I was invited to a lunch for a bachelorette at this venue. The service was beyond excellent, wine glasses and water..."

Cassi Ozen

"We use to love La Cucina. Went for dinner and the food came scary fast after we ordered and once again with main course we were still digesting the..."

Nico Willemse

"My new favorite treasure- Everything about La Cucina Di Ciro is on point. The service is exceptional and the added touch of the chef relaying the..."

Sonia Day

"I like this restaurant. Relaxed atmosphere, attentive service and a good menu. The food is consistently good which persuades you to forgive the cost..."

Joburg Lawyer

"Sometimes, you just have to give the full 5 for a certain restaurant. La Cucina Di Ciro was it tonight. This place as simple as it looks, hides a lot..."

Jul

"Such a wonderful atmosphere and lovely choice of menu! It was delicious ☺️ the calamari starter and lamb shank is a definite must! It will keep..."

Ashleigh Michelle Henson

"The food at La Cucina is great (the salmon was absolutely delicious) even though the dessert was disappointing. (We had the tasting dessert..."

Sonja Offwood

"Went for date night and couldn't have picked a better place! Ambiance is great it just fits in with the space! The waiters are attentive and..."

Mmule

"Enjoyed the line fish and special wagyu beef starter. Great wine. Very good service. Always love it here. Food was well prepared and..."

Neetu Sinha

"This restaurant never lets you down. Anticipating what Ciro has on the menu is part of the experience. His menu is unique, his style is adventurous..."

Alister Hay

"Immpecable dinning, great ambience and quietly elegant. I enjoyed the total experience from the welcome at the door, the service and attention to..."

Chaps Mpange

"This is a restaurant that I've visited a few times. Their location makes it feel like you've discovered something special. Each time I leave..."

Stuart

"Beautifully nestled in the heart of parktown. Fantastic calamri stuffed with prawn, buffalo mozzarella wrapped in artichoke and phyllo starters...."

Brndnlawrence2

"We haven't been there for quite a while and thought we would give it a try. An excellent meal with a great choice in main courses. I had the stuffed..."

Michelle

"The food is really good and the specials are extra special. Just make sure the waiter knows the specials so he doesn't mess up your order. The..."

Jarrod Michael-Sylar Prinsloo-Bluth

"We went to La Cuncina Di Ciro for my husbands birthday mid July! It's such a beautiful setting with lovely decor & the food, for me, was amazing -..."

Janey

"Quaint and homey, La Cucina is the perfect little spot for an intimate dinner. Although I felt the tables were slightly close together ,both the..."

Nhlamulo Tlakula

"Love the innovative menu.. Contemporary and delicious! Vegetarian gnocchi was AMAZING! Pricing a little on the high side but no..."

Reena Magan

"Family dinner at a good Italian restaurant , I loved the innovative dishes with a slight twist . The menu is quiet small but they always have great..."

Chantel

"Two amazing experiences!! Food is out of this world, the experience is so personal and wonderful and I had a glimpse of the kitchen and its soooo..."

Jessica-Mary Kuzlo

"Chosen for a 70th birthday celebration - the evening could not have been more perfect . The dishes are unusual - delicious - rich in flavours..."

Lee-Anne Jacobs

"Awesome place. Service was great and the chef came out and offered the girls spaghetti bolognaise as they did not have any kiddie meals. Certainly..."

Bronwyn Williams-Rouan

"This is a beautiful cosy looking restaurant in park town north. My friends took me for my birthday celebrations, but unfortunately I was not very..."

Roland

"I had a lovely experience here, the service was great! The food was really tasty... although I was slightly disappointed with the steak (not the cut..."

Liam Vee

"Ciro is a very cute and rustic restaurant that is authentically Italian. The pizza and creme brulee were the best dishes of the night! The gnocchi..."

Keah Elijah

"Excellent food, fabulous, interesting decor, great..."

Jutta Dudley

"food was superb, the salads were so delicious, and amazing carrot cake! Waiters were quick and efficient and their service together with the speed..."

Emma Elcott

"One of the best hidden gems in Jhb. Delicious food and a lovely courtyard to enjoy a wonderful lunch or dinner. Fantastic for a romantic meal for..."

Natalie Lazaris

"This owner run restaurant is truly excellent. We were among around 20 guests who attended a close friend's birthday supper on a Saturday evening...."

Keith Roberts

"No matter how many times I go, I never stop being delighted by how lovely this restaurant is. If not for the road, you'd feel like you were somewhere..."

Kyle Schoeman

"Highly Highly Recommended. Our first visit and boy were we impressed. Great ambiance, lovely setting and decor. Good efficient and friendly..."

Jozi Girl

"The starters were amazing! Please try the mussels and spicy chicken..."

Nompakamiso Hude

"Soulful Soulful Soulful Home away from home The chef and his team are soulful and homely. You can even order for home meals. Kind meal you want to..."

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