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Franco's Pizzeria And Trattoria
93
/100 (1398 ratings)
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"Simply World Class!..."
Jason Rowe
"Located inside of Parkview centre is Francos,I was in area and decided to pop by .Managed to get a table . The Diavolo pizza was chosen ,good pizza..."
A Foodie Travels
"Unknown to me Francoās has been around since 1986 , and I only stumbled upon this lovely restaurant recently ! I decided to visit on the weekend..."
The Foodie
"Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes!!!!Best Italian restaurant ever!!!Huge portions!Amazing taste!Phenomenal service!If there..."
Sean William
"Great food, great atmosphere. Franco works a tight shift himself together with the help of Massimo. The wine list is not great, but you can byo. A..."
SĆ©rgio Rocha
"Great pasta, pizza and wine excelent service by a beautiful Italian ladyWe regulars from the south of Johannesburg and we will definitely..."
Sonia Almeida
"Franco's has never disappointed me. Their food is fantastic and the staff make you feel like you're home. We generally have the pizza, which is the..."
Deborah Bukasa
"Weāve had this place on our radar for a while and Iāve read the reviews and always wonder if people are really honest, because often we find that..."
Bev
"If you are looking for an authentic Italian restaurant, well this is one of the places to be. Great customer service and very fresh and home made..."
Kimson Chan
"Yet again we were treated to an excellent meal and service. Iāve been going to Francoās for more than 20 years and have never had a disappointing..."
Peter
"Cannot recommend Francoās enough. Iāve been hearing about this restaurant for a few years and havenāt gotten around to going until recently...."
Tiffany
"Amazing authentic Italian restaurant with a simple yet delicious menu. Family run with very friendly staff. Definitely worth a visit if you in the..."
Emma Kayleigh
"We've been frequenting this restaurant for many years and it remains one of my favourite restaurants in Johannesburg. I have never experienced..."
Waheed Vadi
"Honest Italian food cooked with love and served with a smile. Simple not flashy or pretentious in any way. Just good hearty Italian classics. I love..."
GlennM
"A lovely family restaurant. The service is good, sometimes perhaps a little too fast. Iād prefer a short break between starters and mains. Also,..."
Jodi-Lee Rood
"Love this family Italian Restaurant! Been here a few times and never disappointed. The food is delicious - anything from the menu is a winner but the..."
Monique Le Roux
"Francoās is a true hidden gem. The little, old shopping centre that it is located in is completely unsuspecting. The food was authentic Italian,..."
Lloyd Blake
"Lovely quaint Italian restaurant.Sit down or takeaway, this restaurant never fails to deliver the most delicious pizza's and pastas. I..."
Zahraacachalia
"Delicious and fresh ingredients, the pasta was cooked to perfection.The food did take a while to come but it was worth the wait...."
Lateefah Riella Arewa
"Our Favourite Italian restaurant in johannesburg. Consistent in all respects, service, food,pricing. Well run family restaurant that keeps us going..."
Steve Nossel
"On the recommendation of EatOuts one of the best Italian restaurants in Johannesburg, I decided to give this a try. I was not disappointed. The..."
Travis
"I've been looking for a good, genuine Italian restaurant for a while and finally I have found it. Francos was absolutely perfect. From the atmosphere..."
Sonja Offwood
"It takes a lot to impress me but i have to say there's a warmth to Franco's that gets yo me all the time. Beautiful and cosy place with lovely..."
Carol N
"Heard about Franco's a while back finally got there, it has to one of the best Italian restaurants in JHB, area looks a bit dodgy if you come at..."
Dewald Katzke
"This restaurant makes me happy!Best pizza, best pastas, best focaccia (outside of Tuscany... and would give most Tuscan nonna's a run for their..."
Tracey-Lee Austin
"If one is looking for a homely atmosphere with great Italian food this is the place to be! I love the old-style italian feel of the restaurant. It's..."
Kirsty Morey
"The ambience of being in Italy and enjoying homemade Italian food! Parma and melone is a firm favourite. Family run restaurant which always strives..."
Ling
"This is a little pizza place in park view. As you walk in it's a typical Italian restaurant with the appropriate decor and good looking..."
Maxine Boyd
"Once again really impressed! I have been coming to Franco's since 2003 and I have never had a bad meal! Ever! Still my favourite Italian restaurant...."
Nick
"Franco's is probably the best Italian restaurant in JHB! The pizza is proper wood-burned style with delicious toppings. My hubby always has the..."
Robyn Louw
"A local gem. Friday night dinner for two at Francos - as always, the restaurant is busy and takeaway orders are flying out the door. We enjoyed the..."
Justine Potter
"Our favorite Italian place in Johannesburg! A family run restaurant that makes you feel right at home. Never really look at the menu to order the..."
Julia Pyle
"Having never been here before but having heard people rave about the place so often i was alil taken aback by the small size of the place.I love..."
Priyesh Patel
"Absolutely great! Nice atmosphere, friendly staff and DELICIOUS food. The carpaccio was some of the nicest I've ever had. Had a great time. Will..."
Kristy Prevette
"Can never go wrong with Franco's! Stumbled across their soups and now I Ā am hooked (and so are my friends!)They do a seafood soup in a tomato..."
Juanita Grey
"Franco's makes my soul happy.Ā Coming from Germany and having travelled regularly to Italy - and not to mention it is my favourite cuisine -..."
Ve Rena
"Best Italian restaurant in Johannesburg. Generous portions and awesome food. I usually order a pizza but try the pasta dishes as they're fab too...."
Caroline
"Always fantastic, had one of the best pizzas I've had in ages. Attentive service, great atmosphere. If you're looking for authentic Italian food this..."
Jules28
"If you're in the mood for Italian, you won't go wrong with this popular restaurant. It's been around forever, which in itself is a recommendation...."
Jill Nudelman
"Franco's is a great Italian joint, with splendid food. Ā My favourites include the Margherita pizza and Panzerotti Cremolati. Ā The service is..."
Muhammed Patel
"Have never had anything but a perfect experience here. It's everything you'd expect from a family-run Italian restaurant: good food, attentive and..."
Daniel France
"Recommend by Italian friends. Warm welcome on entering the restaurant from whom was obviously the family "Mama". Simple typical Italian..."
Neil Hymers
"What a lovely find this was by my half-Italian friend šFranco's is very clearly family run; and like most family run restaurants, there's a..."
Sharima Bramannan
"Family run restaurant where everyone seems to know everyone and the food is always delicious. Unpretentious food at reasonable prices. Look..."
Ashley
"A charming little bistro. Terrific Ambience. Staff attentive, warm and engaging. Food was delicious. Seafood risotto and spinach cannelloni. Wine..."
Steve Marqs
"Real hidden gem. This restaurant is always busy and it's hard to get in without a booking. I take my hat off to the family that owns it. They are..."
Noni Demetriou
"Finally got around to trying Franco's after hearing so much about it. Someone even told me it's the best Italian restaurant in the world! We had..."
JC
"Really great food. And a nice warm place to go on a cold winters night. I had chicken breasts which was one of the best I've had and my friends had..."
Marcelle Bolus
"I think i was expecting a bit more but it really was a great lil place. Think sometimes its best to really try a place when its just 2 of you. It was..."
Nicci š
"Excellent and unpretentious. Our favorite pizzas in Johannesburg (although we have it on good authority from actual Italians that Ottimo's in..."
Viantha Naidoo
"Oh Boy!! Ā I have been saving this little family-run gem, with its infamous status for something special and it finally happened this past Saturday..."
Lauras World
"Absolutely love their pasta dishes! Had their meat cannelloni recently - cooked to perfection with just the right amount of cheese. I always leave..."
Rene
"A true family feel...in terms of knowledge of food, service, atmosphere and the food itself. The veal with cheese toppings is quite rich, but worth..."
Jenny Taylor
"What a special place! Had a delicious meal last night, loved the friendly staff and the owners coming over to check on us. Nice atmosphere!..."
Amy Read
"Franco's is another example of an amazing hidden gem that has services all the changing times. After a long absence from Franco's, I had..."
Deon Louw
"I visited Franco's two months ago for the first time after coming across some reviews on Zomato and I'm so glad I found this gem. Franco's has such a..."
HungryLamb
"Gorgeous little gem with a true Italian influence!Accommodating, great service and food was just Perfetto!We arrived with no booking on a..."
Megan Palm
"Love this place. Very homely. Delicious home made pasta. Staff is friendly, helpful and offers a variety of daily specials. Must book in advance..."
Sharna Berelowitz
"What a lovely and real Italian restaurant! be sure to make a booking cos this place gets packed! love the friendlyĀ and attentive service. Their..."
Bienie
"Fantastic,modest Italian spot. The hosts were so welcoming and described their daily specials as we sat down. The food and service were incredible..."
Yanir Grindler
"A family favourite for 25 years. Authentic Italian comfort food at its best, with warm and friendly service to match. Our family LOVES Franco's..."
Clapton Lambson
"If you like traditional Italian this is your only stop in joburg. Booking is essential even for a Tuesday night. Classic thin base pizzas and fresh..."
Daniel Wiggill
"The best tasting Italian food south of Rome! Quaint little Italian restaurant hidden in Parkview..very cosy atmosphere and the hosts / owners..."
Elouise Pretorius
"Nice little Italian style restaurant. A true taste of Italian food that clearly has been passed down the family reigns. Very friendly staff. Overall..."
Ivone Da Silva
"Had the most amazing night! New place for us to come spend some quality time... Nice and secluded, food was amazing... Bloody epic night all round,..."
Matthew Hatton Walker
"Best pasta I've ever eaten South Africa. The pizzas are good but not the best. The staff are amazing and the service is brilliant every single time I..."
Navania Gounden
"What a gem! This is a destination venue, pretty well hidden (more protected) but well worth the hunt! Food was awesome, wine was better, service was..."
Mike Le Cordeur
"We went to this place with some friends because of its great reputation and I have to say that I was unfortunately quite disappointed... The service..."
Sonja Watermann
"A friend told me about this little gem a year or so ago and can't believe I had never been in my ten or so years in Joburg.A family-run..."
Poor Man's Caviar
"Authentic family-owned and family-run Italian trattoria without any bling-bling. Ā It offers simple, homegrown deliciousness - and their carpaccio is..."
Nicks Burn
"The problem with humans, well of of the problems is that they eat to fill up their tummies... And yes I agree this might be our objective most of the..."
Kevin Boshoff
"You can't go wrong with Franco's. Delicious Italian food and the friendliest, most accommodating waiters and hosts. They always have a plentiful..."
Katherine
"It was authentic, homely Italian food with excellent staff and a warm atmosphere with a great wine selection to boot. Well worth anyone's while...."
SM
"This place is outstanding. Typical little Italian, homely kind of a place. My pasta and pizza that I have tried here was delicious! The pasta dish I..."
Shez
"Tasty food with good ambience. This is what I expect Italian food to be like. We are the chicken tortellini with mushroom in tomato sauce and beef..."
Ania Botha
"This is one of my local favourites as I live in walking distance and it never disappoints! The potato rosemary pizza is unique (I've never seen it..."
Julia Louise Domanski
"I used to go to Franco's regularly many years ago, and it was so great being back. It's still a favourite (the restaurant was fully booked), and it's..."
Tanya Kovarsky
"Ate here tonight and it was absolutely incredible!! Great service, friendly waiters and management and the food is out of this world! Especially the..."
Jonathan Salant
"I would rate this the best Italian restaurant I have eaten at in years. Definitely worth a return visit for that butternut pasta. Keep doing what you..."
Paula Baetu
"Franco's is probably my favorite family Resturant in Johannesburg. Service is brilliant and the food is always tasty and very well priced. Will..."
Jan
"This is a true family run business. I have been going for years and nothing has changed. And this is a good thing as its warm, friendly, authentic..."
Laurence Seberini
"BEST PLACE EVER. Food is a vibe, especially the pizza and lasagne. I've been going here for 15 years. Good environment, great pizza, hot damn, I..."
Jessie Lewis
"This is an absolute must, it's like old school Italian charm! Authentic, vibey and real! The food is so good, and the place is run like clockwork...."
Dee
"Franco's has been a firm neighbourhood favourite for years, and at this rate we could never tire of it. It's a family-run, traditional Italian..."
Charlize Morgan
"When an establishment has been around this long, you know it's darn good. Franco's has never let me down. It's always busy and buzzing in the..."
Darryl W
"A fabulous, family-run (or at least it feels like) Italian restaurant in the heart of Parkview. Decor is slightly dated and a bit..."
Alexandra Du Plessis
"I really enjoyed my visit to this family run business. It is seriously tucked away in the Parkview Village Centre, but don't overlook this slice of..."
Sebastian Kelly
"This is one of our favourite restaurants in JHB. There are awesome specials and we often select one of these dishes. The pasta and pizza is very..."
Lesa-Jo
Cafe Del Sol Classico
90
/100 (7198 ratings)
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European
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pavlova
Prawns
Panacotta
Beef Wellington
Sorbet
Stuffed Calamari
Mushroom Risotto
Great Cocktails
Beef
Halloumi Stack
Cheesecakes
Bacon and Brie
Tagliatelle
Handmade Ravioli
Pasta
Salad
Halloumi
Fettuccine Frutti Di Mare
West Coast Mussels
Calamari
Lamb
Salted Caramel CrĆØme BrĆ»lĆ©e
Risotto
Pesto
Limoncello Mascarpone
Calamares
Fish
Springbok Carpaccio
Salmon
Pork
Ragu
Peppercorn Fillet
Steak
Oxtail
Cheesecake
hot chocolate
Sit down
European
Mediterranean
Italian
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
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Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Accepts American Express
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"Cafe del sol is my go to for genuinely always good fine dining food. The dishes are always fantastic and tasty. The ambience is modern and clean. The..."
Stephen Chapman
"This is one of my all time favorite restaurants hands down.my wife and I had our first date here l.you canāt go wrong with anything you order.the..."
Evesen Jay Moodley
"Amazing food, drinks, and ambiance. Excellent services friendly staff and manager we were greeted with a smile. I will definitely call in again...."
Zamie Rain
"Went there for a romantic evening, and although we booked last minute, they still managed to find a space for us, the atmosphere was lovely, the..."
Loveroffood
"After so long wanting to try Cafe del Sol we finally did and wow, food was amazing, the restaurant is pricey but the food is definitely worth it. I..."
Kamini N
"Recently celebrated a birthday here; lovely & friendly service.Food was fresh, delicious and well prepared with good sized portions.Will..."
Pooja Bagrath
"We had a recent anniversary dinner at Cafe Del Sol, and they did not disappoint.Our waiter had a fantastic sense of humour and was always..."
Oliver Wright
"The best Alfredo I have ever had. 5/4 For that alone I give the 5 star experience. Fresh Tagliatelle beautifully and delicately crafted. Then the..."
Jason Coates
"Once again an outstanding experience. The service is professional and friendly, and the food is amazing. We all shared all the starters on the menu,..."
Jessica Notelo
"How i did not make my way to Cafe del Sol after living literally around the corner for 2 years. So i finally got around to it and my experience was..."
Philip Goosen
"The service was really good, our waiter had a great sense of humour and made our night quite entertaining. The food was nice, especially the pasta,..."
Gergana Young
"We had a lovely time. The oxtail risotto was incredibly delicious and the steak was good as well. The service was great and the ambience was just..."
Tarrin Jacobs
"There is nothing better than a classic old school Italian restaurant. With mama in the kitchen, the attention to detail and quantity of the food is..."
Natalie Lazaris
"Great experience. Sercice was exceptional. Did a 3 course. Starters was good, main was good, but pairing was interesting. Desert was the..."
AndrƩ Zahnue Smit
"We went here for our first anniversary. In the booking I mentioned it and they went out of their way to make it special. Rose petals on the table and..."
Frans Sauermann
"Amazing food, great service, stunning ambience!!! Somewhere we would love to bring our family back to to impress them too! You canāt go..."
Kegs.farrow
"What a great experience. Service friendly and attentive. As a family we shared our meals which in order of excellence; peppered fillet ordered rare..."
Peter
"I came here for my birthday and it was fantastic. Food was incredible and brilliant wine list. Only problem was the price of wines per a bottle was..."
Jess Cleenverck
"Excellent mains, I had the Bacon and Brie Fillet. It was buttery smooth and cooked to perfection. For desert I ordered the salted caramel creme..."
Nadine Garcia
"Excellent food, excellent service... Thank you.Seems like there is a different menu in summer and winter - which I totally appreciate. The..."
Taz
"As always food was truly excellent and absolutely tasty with generous portions. From the moment we walked in all staff was welcoming and very..."
GTM
"Our first experience dining here was every bit as good if not better than all the reviews we had heard. Fantastic food, fantastic professional staff,..."
Leigh Ann Cox
"Food, service, atmosphere... everything was amazing! No complaints at all, best food i have had so far in Johannesburg. Staff makes you feel so..."
Bianca
"Seafood risotto was the best seafood dish we ever had. Pork belly special was very tasty but a bit too dry and lacked depth of flavour - swallowed it..."
Hanlie Preller
"We visited this establishment as it is the first of the Cafe del Sol series of very successful restaurants. The setting at a very casual shopping..."
Lizelle Bendall
"Very, very good. Celebrated a birthday here recently, the whole experience was memorable. Service was great and the food was exceptional. I enjoyed..."
Craig Amos
"Really great establishment for fine dining. The chorizo pasta was really good with a cooked tomato & onion pasta sauce with just enough sliced spicy..."
Sashin Naidoo
"I absolutely loved this one! Before eating the divine food, we had excellent service from the owner as well as our waiter. I canāt wait to go back..."
Andile
"Unexpected Gem in the middle of an unassuming shopping center. Food was fantastic from the stuffed calamari and light gnocchi. The desserts were a..."
Sonia Pereira
"Still the favourite of the Cafe Del Sols! The original and best. The food is unerringly excellent and the atmosphere is lovely and unpretentious. If..."
Lisa Van Vuuren
"Came here for my anniversary with my boyfriend. The ambience, service and food was sublime. Highly recommend Nonnaās Ragu and the Brie and Bacon..."
Errin Brits
"5 stars because: the food never changes š always exceeds expectations š the variety š, friendly chefs šlocation šangel prawn starter..."
Sushi-Sue
"This is the original of the Cafe del sol franchise. It is situated in an unpretentious shopping center and unfortunately overlooks a parking lot, but..."
Ria Fraser @CityFlavours
"Food is fantastic ššššOrdered for delivery & honestly, it knocked my socks off. Stuffed Calamari, absolutley amazing!..."
Buff D
"Awesome restaurant with great decor! If you're bored with your date you can read the quotes on the wall. The food is really something special!..."
Jaco De Wet
"Been here at least on 3 different occasions and each time I have never been disappointed. The welcome warm and there is quite a buzz when the..."
Reshma
"Excellent meal out with my wife. We started with the Springbok Carpaccio and crumbed squid heads which were both delicious. Next I had the lamb pasta..."
Johan-vr1
"I think this restaurant might serve the best food in the world. If I could afford it I would eat there once a week. Service and staff also..."
Linda Notelo
"Had an awesome time again. Had the Avo Ritz for starter. Well presented and very tasty. Wife had the chicken liver starter. Best I've tasted. So..."
Braam GrovƩ
"Let me start by saying this is the best god damn restaurant Iāve ever been to in my life. No Iām not exaggerating. Atmosphere was warm and cozy,..."
Andrew Lu
"Located in a small shopping center in Northriding. Great service & great food. Food is not only beautifully plated but delish! Would defs recommend..."
Stacey Norsworthy
"Wonderful restaurant with fantastic service.Bookings were quick and simple. This restaurant gets busy, so bookings are critical.Upon..."
Nicole Kruger
"This is one of my favorite restaurants and Sunday lunch was no exception. The food was absolutely fantastic. The entire experience was wonderful...."
Lili-Ann Papania
"Our favorite restaurant in Johannesburg by far. Consistently great food and service for the past three years we've been regulars there. Try the aglio..."
MelC
"One of my favorite restaurants in Joburg. From the get go you are welcomed into the Cafe Del Sol family. When booking you are introduced to the..."
Dani Gama
"Known for their gnocchi. And it was just what I expected. Their signature gnocchi walnut and Gorgonzola. Their pasta best in town. Homemade to the..."
Candistripe
"Was hesitant to try this as the shopping centre seems a bit deserted. Went for dinner with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. Food was well..."
Ezelda
"We are frequent visitors to your restaurant and would just like to say that not once have we been disappointed. Except that one time where we tried..."
Joshua De Wit
"The lamb and pea risotto is one of the best dishes on the menu. Service is always superior and staff members are quite efficient even when servicing..."
Tilen Chetty
"Lovely restaurant in all respects! Great atmosphere and food. Pastas here are excellent as are the seafood options and fillet steak. Starters are..."
Kirsty Morey
"Amazing. Simply amazing. Deliciousness in every morsel. If you're a meat eater you simply have to try their beef Wellington. De-liciousness...."
Adrian Ziller
"I had the most incredible meal at Cafe the Sol... the Chicken dish was absolutely delish and not too overpriced. The wines are a tad expensive. Tye..."
Rene Van Rensburg
"Had birthday dinner here last night for my wife Carol and family and friends. Great meal as usual. Every one enjoyed it. The service was excellent..."
Brian Coetzee
"The food here is absolutely divine. I had the beef wellington which was part of the specials and the Mammas pavlova for dessert. Amazing. The..."
Nomtha Makhanya
"Never had a bad meal here - ravioli is exceptional and the desserts are worth leaving space for. My only complaint would be that they close a bit..."
Dallace Rickson Jolly
"Haven't been back for a while now, so decided to have dinner there last night. As usual, the service, food and overall charm of the place was..."
Kevin Purves
"Cafe Del Sol Classico is a great restaurant that delivers consistency with their food.Ā I have been there a few times and only had one bad experience..."
DesirƩe Buchanan
"Being a book worm and self proclaimed chic-nerd, the decor of Cafe Del Sol completely appealed to me. I absolutely enjoyed having something..."
Chinell
"Nice modern decor, windows frosted, plus bamboo screening to block out carpark. Friendly staff and really great food. A surprising discovery in a..."
Joe Gama
"Most certainly one of the best restaurants I have ever visited! I have been here a few times and every aspect of my experience has always been spot..."
Hein Lubbe
"Amazingly fresh, home made pasta! Cooked perfectly! Staff were very friendly and professional. dessert was delicious. Most of the items on the menu..."
Dale
"They say you are only disappointed when your expectations are too high. Sadly, this was the case for me and Cafe del Sol.It had been..."
Bridget Meyer
"Yummy, yummy, yummy. To the beef Wellington to the various pasta dishes, 10/10. I had the Amatriciana with tagliatelle. The sauce was exquisite. The..."
Yolisa PN Malaba
"I was on my medical elective when the surgeon I was working with took me to this absolute gem. It's hidden so well in a little shopping complex...."
Laylah Fay
"Best mushroom risotto in town! A classic place in a dingy supermarket setting. Still popular despite another version opening in Bryanston. Good..."
Leverne Mountany
""Classico" it is! This is undoubtedly my favourite of the trio...mainly due to the "surprise factor" of the most elegant, decadent meal disguised in..."
KarmaZebra
"Called in to make a booking a hour before dinner and got the unfortunate news that they were fully booked. 5 minutes later I get a call back saying..."
Rakhil Sewpersadh
"Cafe Del Sol is located in a dodgy center but the minute you walk in at the Resturant you literally forget where you are as the food is..."
Abs
"Best fine dining restaurant around No place comes close to this, food is a perfect 10 and service is outstanding the owners are always around..."
Gramo
"It's taken me a while to write this review of CafƩ Del Sol (Olivedale) as I have been contemplating the right words to bring the full experience..."
Celeste Naude
"As a serious foodie whose done all the frou frou super-trendy spots there are, as well as everything inbetween - I find myself going back to Cafe del..."
Lara Reeves
"Our supper club has been to the Bryanston Cafe Del Sol and this was chosen as our last restaurant this year. In general, I preferred the food at the..."
Jenni From The Block
"My much anticipated experience at Cafe Del Sol did not dissapoint. While the decor is not that if a typical Italian cafe, it's clean and fresh. The..."
Tanya
"A friend and I drove all the way from Sandton to confirm what everybody 'raved' about. The service was just right and the food...well, we didn't want..."
Khuthala Worx
"One of the best restaurants in jhb by far !!!! The steak with Gorgonzola is out of this world and for starters try the stuffed calamari!!! The..."
Inge Nefdt
"I have heard so many amazing things about this place, i couldnt wait to go for dinner. The restaurant is in a very empty shopping centre. When we got..."
The Curious Introvert
"My husband and I had dinner at Cafe Del Sol Classico last night and wow... this little hidden gem is a must!! The service is absolutely superb and..."
Alice Wagenaar
"Such an AMAZING PLACE! My best friend and I went there for lunch and I would definitely go back in a heartbeat. The food was fantastic and our waiter..."
Kaylen Cowan
"Simply spectacular! The food was amazing, the service was impeccable and thoughtful and the decor is timeless. Now for the food, the pastsa was so..."
Warren Forster
"A Delightful Italian Culinary Journey at CafƩ del Sol Classico I recently had the pleasure of dining at CafƩ del Sol Classico, nestled in the..."
Adnan Idrees
"Visited Cafe Del Sol In HoneyDew Randburg. My partner and I had a chicken sesame stir-fry and stuffed calamari. The food was exquisite to say the..."
Edwin Mbugua
"Updating my review after visiting for the second time. We received outstanding service from Joubert and Chirac. Joubert had us giggling evertime he..."
Monique Swarts
"My wife and I have been regulars at Classico.As we always celebrate our anniversary here!I sent a mail through to make a booking at the new location..."
Evesen
"Fantastic service and amazing food!! Definitely will be..."
Samone Vorster
"Food is top notch. The Sea Bass cooked to perfection. Service is great and it wasn't too full which was lovely. Definitely a foodie..."
Elpesh Peters
"Without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Johannesburg. The food is fantastic and service is great with an excellent selection of wines. It's..."
Hans Roos
"What a lovely experience! The booking of a table was seamless and the amount of care provided on my booking and table being to my liking was..."
Teacher Gabin
"Love their stuffed calamari and calamari limoncello. Just so tasty..."
David Perrett
"If I could give this place more than 5 stars I would. The food is Soo incredible. Service was impeccable. And amazing place for a date. Go here you..."
Krishin Stephen Pillay
"Beautiful meal. Unassuming spot with amazing food. We ate the fresh butternut ravioli special, the pork roll, chocolate tart and pavlova - all 10/10...."
Vanessa Parker
"Absolutely stunning! Perfect anniversary restaurant - also such delicious dishes.. the decor is beautiful. Save for special occasions . Quite pricey..."
Kayleigh Spanidis
"Date night is a great concept. Focaccia starter, ragu with fettuccine and stuffed calamari for mains, a bottle of sauvignon blanc vino and hazelnut..."
Mario Fazekas
"Squisito! The whole experience was perfect. From the booking to the last morsel. Just wow. The quotes on the walls are very inspiring, and one..."
Rick OConnell
"What a fantastic evening out. The ambience, food and service was exceptional. Thank you for going out of your way to make the evening special for us...."
Dean Kara
Moda Ristorante
84
/100 (421 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Mediterranean
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Spaghetti Bolognese
Mushroom Risotto
Pana Cotta
Salami Pizza
Antipasto Platter
Pasta
Risotto
TiramisĆŗ
Tagliatelle Seafood
Insalata Caprese Con Mozzarella
Spaghetti Calamari Tagliatelle With
Pesto
Penne with Tomato Touch of Cream and Fresh
Seafood pasta
Tagliatelle with Basil Pesto
Pita Bread
Fairview Wine
Pizza
Italian
Mediterranean
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
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Mid-range
"This place is a hidden gem... Every time I have been there, the pizzas have been spot on, thin paper crust and very tasty.... Good wine selection and..."
Tarryn
"What a treat. What an absolute treat, truly authentic and fresh. Had the Veal Ravioli, Blue Crab pasta & their incredible semi-paella..."
TerryCPT
"I am always looking for Italian Restaurants which set themselves above the average, menu varied and has specials which are great , venue could not be..."
Owen Tennant
"What a divine little restaurant! Set in the parking lot of a block of flats in Craighall Park. We had the blue crab starter (so delicious, we forgot..."
Sarah Goodbrand
"Small restaurant set in the courtyard of an apartment building. Not the best ambience as some of the seats are in the parking lot however the food..."
Nadhiya
"While weāve known about the little tucked away Shepherdās Market square for years, for some reason weāve only recently ventured in and tried..."
Stephen
"Starters were very ordinary, but was quite impressed with pizza and pasta! would recommend the waiter to probably learn how to pour wine better as..."
Robyn Lin
"Lovely relaxed restaurant with delicious food. For starters we had calamari and bruchetta. The portions were HUGE - enough to fill you for a mail..."
Brigette Simonsz
"One of the most underrated restaurants in Jozi!!! Our absolute most favourite Italian place of all time!!! You always feel so at home and relaxed..."
Clarissa Morton
"Pretty decent little Italian spot, very easy to get to with lots of parking and a nice vibe. Food is good with some excellent pizza options. Service..."
Burningpaper
"This is definitely one of those hidden gems everyone talks about - as it is hidden away along with some other little restaurants in what appears to..."
Carole Craggs
"This is undoubtedly Ā the best Italian restaurant in the country. Their pasta with porcini mushrooms and a touch of olive oil is cooked to perfection..."
Seth Luntz
"Had a superb meal at Moda tonight. I had the spaghetti carbonara and my friend had the beef lasagne. Both meals absolutely excellent. Service very..."
Maxine Kaplan
"This hole in the wall spot is perfect for hiding out from the rest of the world. A tiny restaurant with a well edited menu. My favourite here is the..."
Joash Narainsamy
"Went for dinner and they were so accommodating the manager was always to be seen and helping out which is great....an amazing quaint place will..."
Tarryn Lee Vorster
"Fantastic food. Best melanzane I have eaten this place is the real deal. Italian owned. Excellent value. Excellent service. The space is cosy. ..."
Lauren Panicco Fabian
"Had another amazing dinner at Moda. Their porcini napoletana pasta is what dreams are made of. Servings are generous (which means I get to have some..."
Athena Pavlakis
"Incredibly delicious and very authentic food, wonderful atmosphere, and reasonable prices. We've been twice and had the Italian sausage risotto, a..."
WEndy T
"We went to a friend's 35th birthday and a celebration of his 10yr anniversary in S.A. On our way back home I noticed a few people sitting outside..."
Jeanette Raletooane
"Best pizza base, best pasta, best melazane!We stopped coming after it was run to the ground as Modo Mia but now as Moda, the food is the same..."
Lynn Van Wyk
"Best Italian food 2017. Thin crust pizza, innovative daily menu and homemade pasta with creative sauces.Looking forward to our next Italian..."
Luigi.creative
"We had a really enjoyable lunch on a Friday afternoon. Enjoyed a delicious white wine with the parma ham and gorganzola. The lovely chef came out to..."
Johan Benade
"little Italy , lovely ambiance great food and wonderful service.The Pamiggiana di Melanzane must be my favourite.A hidden gem in Craighall..."
Bridget Pike
"Such a hidden away little gem. We found out about this place from friends who highly recommended the carbonara. They were right it was amazing and I..."
Claudia McGregor
"My search for good Italian food is over.Moda Ristorante is the best place to have Pizza, Risotti and the desserts are absolutely..."
Gary
"The quaintness of Moda in a unique apartment setting is enticing, so is their freshly made pasta and pizzas. It remains a firm favorite for a quick..."
Carel Bƶhmer
"First time back since the last owner nose-dived a lekker little local into the abyss, and what a great rejuvenation! Fantastic, authentic Italian..."
Andrew Rae
"So it is the first time back since the new owner took over. Place looks much like it was before but there is a coffee machine and the coffee is..."
Greg Marcia
"The restaurant is very good and the service is more than acceptable, the food is excellent and is never busy or noisy. ..."
Sarah Philpin Barret
"This really is a hidden gem! I had a seafood risotto which was superb! Will definitely go back for that AGAIN! Very intimate. Little bit cramped, but..."
Zandi Phoshoko
"Great little Italian restarunt situated in the parking lot. Location isn't the best but overall worth going to. They make great pizzas and good..."
Shaun Swartz
"Been a few times to this little gem of a place. However the last 2 times weren't as great as the first few times. Seems if the owners aren't around..."
Jan
"Cosy on a winter evening with an inviting brazier outside the door. I like the ambience in here - with some decent Italian music too. Crispy thin..."
Claire Frost
"Amazing pizzas and pastas. The owner, Diego, is Italian, and recently moved to Johannesburg with the idea to bring real Italian food to Jozi. A nice..."
Zinhle
"Fantastic Restaurant!!! Two hard working owners who are passionate about providing good quality cuisine by sourcing fresh ingredients locally and..."
Imera
"We had a delicious lunch yesterday. We started with shared starters which were all great . The calamari and zucchini was my favorite, followed..."
Vicki Clarke
"We really like it! We felt we were at a trattoria, with good genuine Italian food. Loved the parmigiana di melanzane, the risotto and bufala pizza...."
Alecola
"I popped in quickly to try the restaurant under its new management and WOW, I'm glad I did. The pizza I had was fantastic (Verona: artichoke, salami..."
Clayton Boyd
"Great little spot for a low new night out with friends.Good starters, pizza and pasta, friendly staff and owners. We will be back! Especially..."
Leigh Hofmeyr
"Youāll find the classic pizza varieties at Moda', as well as a range of interesting and tempting flavours. Pizzas are cooked in the wood-fired..."
Nishela Ramgoolam
"Truly delicious unfussy Italian food at its absolute best. I had the basil ravioli stuffed with mozzarella in a napolitana sauce which was heavenly..."
Roxy
"Love the quaint, pseudo-London-outdoorsy feel of this little Shepherds Market establishment. Really relaxing to sit under the cool courtyard trees in..."
KarmaZebra
"A little piece of Italia in the heart of joburg.This gem though small and quirky. Serves up brilliant Italian dishes. Well worth a..."
Daniel Wiggill
"Delicious, authentic Italian food, in a cozy setting. The menu is short and simple but not too short that you struggle to find something. I had the..."
Katherine
"@paul Hartzenberg So glad our favorite pizza and pasta place is back. Really the most fabulous pizza in town.Staff are wonderful, service..."
Bradley Rae
"Pulled in last night for some dinner with family and friends and What a superb meal. We started off with some delicious cold meats and cheeses,..."
Afra Giustizieri
"Had a lazy Sunday afternoon lunch at Moda'. Pizza was incredible true Italian style. The dough is very light and made with Italian 00 flour . Ā You..."
Peter
"We popped into MODA RISTORANTE ITALIANO for dinner Friday evening and we had a wonderful meal. The restaurant has nice ambiance, and friendly..."
Mr Connoisseur
"Authentic Italian with finesse ! BEST Pizza base in Jozi !!!! Light as s feather !!! Delicious menu ! Moda 's food is all I can think about ! Thank u..."
Sharlene D Williams
"Delicious authentic Italian cuisine! Cozy place with excellent service and price. Stunning pizzas and homemade pasta and oh so delicious desserts...."
Leanne Sowray
"Some of the best pizza in Joburg. Service is pretty consistently poor though. Would recommend them for online orders but if you're planning to sit..."
Robert Laithwaite
"We had another great meal at Modas today, how ever the pasta dish I ordered had 3 pieces of thin steak, and my partners meal- the prawn. Calamari, ..."
Jenine Stanley
"This is a fantastic, small Italian restaurant in Craighall. The food was amazing, especially the antipasto platter. The ingredients of the platter..."
Nick Dempers
"Great find and I love that it's hidden away. The place has been going for years and what I love is that it's consistent. Given that they tend to..."
Werner Wilders
"Cosy spot and I love it. The food had been amazing on 2 occasions. The waitress is kind and welcoming. Great spot to relax and take it..."
Nombuso
"A very unpretentious place. The food is better than the place looks. A good spot for Italian food without any of the fuss. The Mushroom Risotto was..."
Melisha P
"I like this place. Pizzas are excellent. Thin crust, generous toppings, baked perfectly, with a reasonable price. I don't think you can find a..."
neil van Asselt
"Tasty, good service, value for money, local real Italian. Healthy portions. We will be back soon..."
Gill Spargo
"Great food in an awesome atmosphere, owner is hands on and will most probably have one of the most interesting conversations of your life with..."
Ruan Kruger
"Great pizza. Had an Italiano - thin crispy base, perfect amount of toppings. Super tasty...."
Chris Edmeston
"Delicious take away pizzas, very reasonably..."
Leah Mullins
"This my and my partners favorite restaurant. Really authentic and owner run by an Italian gentleman. The menu is simple and weāve always gone with..."
David Jenkins
"Awesome food. Definitely the best pizza we had for a long time. Some of our friends had pasta and other dishes and were impressed. We are coming..."
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