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Balducci's
88/100 (4075 ratings)
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"One of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. They have really good pasta dishes and their milkshakes are fantastic too. The vibe is great and good..."
Christopher Hendrickse
"There are so many good restaurants in the V&A Waterfront that it becomes overwhelming to choose one. It was my wife's birthday and I was looking for..."
Dewald Reinke
"So we have been going here for the last 6 years and it is still one of our top 5 places to eat. The cocktails are amazing. The food is always good,..."
N Duffy
"Nice spot to grab lunch in the harbour, just exiting the mall. Really enjoyed the burger, didn't leave hungry at all. It was perfectly cooked and the..."
Ben Locke
"Excellent restaurant. The food choices are amazing. Our waiter (Fabrice) did a fantastic job with the service and we all liked his positive..."
L. S.
"Vegans rejoice! This place has a totally separate and huge vegan menu. The food was outstanding. We had amazing gin cocktails, a blooming onion..."
Stacey Solomon
"Balducci, since 1996😍😍😍 If there could be a extra star for excellence, Balducci deserves it! The vibe is seriously awesome, so casual, calm..."
Christopher Vermaak
"Steak perfection! Typically a lot of venues will disguise a poor quality steak with a really good basting and sauce, some even fail miserably with..."
Steve
"The salmon was excellent, but the kob was a bit dry. Overall this is a good restaurant with an incredibly diverse menu. We ate there twice and..."
Nir Idisis
"There's a reason you have to reserve your table at Balducci, they are in high demand... The atmosphere is sophisticated yet comfortable with an..."
Jason Claassens
"Visiting this place was like we were visiting a friend’s house, how good it feels to be welcomed in a place and that was what happened at Balducci,..."
Simone Santamaria
"Delicious food and drinks, and wonderful staff. Great vegan menu, and good for dietary..."
Sinthuja Ramalingam
"I really like this place! Neat and fancy with professional service. Their food is prepared with love and care. It's at the top of my list for the..."
Clara Hassenpflug
"What a great restaurant! They cooked my steak perfectly, and the sauces were delicious. The salad was also good too. This is a must-visit location if..."
Uri Rendon Owner, Pure Brokers LLC
"Surprising delicious food, one of the best places we have been in years! The menu card is actually a book, so many different choices ! a separate..."
Helmut Baumann
"Balducci is an upmarket Itallian style restaurant with quite an extensive food and wine menu. They also have a vegan menu. I always have the..."
Robert Uys
"Witnessed a proposal and it was the cutest thing. The Chocolate Fondant was like a foodgasm. This place is amazing. Very romantic if you want to do..."
B Mokoka
"This is the place to be , bubbly not too loud absolutely great food and a huge variety to choose from vegetarian to meat fish lamb shanks perfect..."
Rodney Rockat
The Cousins Trattoria
85/100 (5633 ratings)
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"This is honestly one of the best Italian restaurants i have had the pleasure of being able to dine at. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is..."
The J Way
"Dinner club with friends. Our table of 18 was handled very well, even during the taxi strikes and violence around the city. It was awesome to see the..."
Malcolm Wright
"We were admittedly a little dubious about the location of the restaurant, as Barrack Street is where the Home Affairs Offices are and during the day..."
Lee-Anne Curtis-Cox
"One of best Pasta and tiramisu every taste 🫶❤️ Pasta dish was made specifically for us without alcohol, respect 🫡🫶 P.S. the dish is..."
Abdullah Rayes
"This has been our favorite authentic Italian restaurant in Cape Town for YEARS. We've been coming here for dinner since it was just a small little..."
Ianette H
"The experience was fantastic. The staff were extremely friendly and made us feel welcome. We ordered a range of pastas dishes and all were..."
Muhammad Harneker
"First night in Cape Town and had the loveliest Italian dinner. Cousins pasta, affogato and tiramisu were to die for. Will return on our next..."
Rachel
"Amazing food. Staff is extremely friendly. The owner came out and spoke with us and recommended a few of his favorite dishes with some back stories..."
Ismail S
"Pasta the cousins (signature) (10/10) The gnocchi is fabuleus aswell, they are soft and freshly made. I had the lamb ragu ( def..."
DuckyFN
"Originally a 5 star review, actually I could have given 10 stars it was so good. On Saturday we had the best lamb ragu and steak outside of Italy,..."
Courtney Scoble
"First impression - the restaurant is situated in a lonely, poor lighting area in the city but once you are inside, it's got that candlelight, Italian..."
Annie Chu
"I’ve ordered take aways on multiple occasions and eaten in at Cousins. It is gorgeous and authentic with the portions being generous and feeling..."
Linda Thompson
"Went for my best friends birthday dinner last night The Cousins Trattoria- there was 10 of us. Stefan our waiter was phenomenal and knowledgeable..."
Tamsyn Human
"Phenomenal food. The mushroom pasta in a Parmesan wheel was the highlight. The citrus filled beignets, perfect combination with dark chocolate..."
Mel Walmsley
"Some of the best Italian food I've had in the western..."
Jeandre Horn
"A little gem in town and a special place to share the most delicious food with family and friends! They have the most delicious home made pasta and..."
Kendra Szeles
"Brought by friends who have been frequent diners for years. We absolutely loved it. They especially booked for when the owner Simonè would be there...."
Nazz
Il Leone Mastrantonio
85/100 (2308 ratings)
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Tagliatelle
Tuna
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Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Fish
Lamb chops
Antipasti
Prawns
Beef
Tiramisu
Pasta
Meatballs
Salad
Bolognese
Chili
Carbonara
Calamari
Saltimbocca
Risotto
Ceviche
Mussels
Sit down
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Accepts Credit Cards
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"Lovely dinner with lovely staff. The location is beautiful in its simplicity, an old South African building with wooden floors and big bright wooden..."
Pusm
"Absolutely brilliant, and highly recommended. We’ve eaten here twice and will certainly be back! Service from waitron Ty was superb. When a waitron..."
Steven Ikin
"Lovely lunch at Il Leone in Greenpoint. Nice and cosy restaurant for a very rainy and cold day in Cape Town. Table ordered carbonara, Ragu, tortilini..."
Sarah Thatcher
"Highly impressed at the quality of food and the consistency of each dish considering we were a table of 15. Pasta cooked to perfection, amazing..."
Emma Kayleigh
"The food was delicious, nice ambiance (especially in winter), good service. Nice that they allow you to bring your own wine (with a corkage fee)...."
Mariposa
"I am not the usual “pasta person” but Il Leone has changed that. By far the best Italian food I have had in a while and will definitely be back..."
GabriellaFlorence
"Fine dining without the formality. Superb food, good variety on the menu. Likable, efficient and knowledgeable waiters and staff add to the great..."
Joburg Lawyer
"One of the best Italian restaurants In Cape Town from fantastic food to excellent service. This establishment definitely ticks all the..."
Helena
"It was an amazing experience. From the house bread to the fantastic selection of reasonably priced options to choose from. The atmosphere was serene..."
Zesterhuyzen
"I’ve eaten at this restaurant many times and it never disappoints. The food is incredible - always - and the service is impeccable. This is my go..."
Claire
"Il Leone never disappoints - love the cozy environment and intimate setting, extensive menu offering and creative healthy dish options. My favorite..."
Adam Hunter
"Been to Il Leone twice now (once for a business lunch and the other was a Sunday Afternoon lunch). Firstly, great location & decor; after Magica Roma..."
Akie Chhabra
"Great atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food. Had dinner with my boyfriend here the other night and we really enjoyed it. The food was really..."
Nicole
"My partner and I always find ourselves heading you ll Leone when we’re looking for a quick bite to eat they prawn pasta is super yummy it’s light..."
Raeesah Ebrahim
"Un. Be. Lievable! We went with a large group and the staff handled it very well- they were amazing and attentive, the wine flowed and all..."
Amanda
"My favourite Italian restaurant! I especially enjoy the vegetarian pasta's. They are usually made up of a few simple ingredients but the flavours are..."
Anisha Pillay
"My husband and I walked almost 40 minutes to get to Don Armando, when we arrived. We were told the kitchen closed at 3pm (it was 2:59 pm) we were..."
Mshum221
"Delicious Italian menu and great service. We arrived without a reservation and got table promptly. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Their pasta..."
Ditte
"“Sensational” doesn’t do it justice. This is by far the most consistent restaurant in Cape Town. Year on year we come to this restaurant and..."
Yael
"Great service and delicious food. Veal rack and Tortellini were superb but give the profiteroles a skip as they weren't amazing. Will definitely be..."
Douglas Allanson
"A very nice place to go for some local italian. Loved the setting and the location was very convenient to get to with an uber. Good selection if..."
Neil Smith
"Delicious food, amazing staff and lots of art. The homemade pasta was superb and it felt like we were in Italy. Our waiter was incredibly fast that..."
Rachel Lowick
"Place has a great atmosphere, especially enjoyed being seated between all the art that was also for sale. Had the Corona di Vitello for lunch, veal..."
Wessel Brand
"This place is quite pricey but the quality of food speaks for itself. The pastas are tasty, but my favorite is the Florentine Steak, they Cooked it..."
Terry
"I’m hurt – I have been living in Cape Town for eleventeen years and have only discovered this place 2 weeks ago! But never has the English..."
Thando Bangiso
"What a wonderful experience! We were celebrating our exam results at Il Leone and the experience was unforgettable! We were about 30 people, but we..."
Jomari Steyn
"Went to this place for a corporate lunch. There were probably 40 of us there. The other two tables got served relatively quick but unfortunately the..."
Amy Chen
"Il Leone. In Cape Town !!!A wonderful dinner was well spent at this restaurant!!A good busy atmosphere at this Italian restaurant..."
Prina
"Amazing Italian food in a lovely setting. I always go for the penne gamberetti and it's honestly one of the best pastas I've had. The place is also..."
Uressa Chetty
"This is definitely one of the best meals that I have ever had! I had the mixed seafood zucchini pasta which is the best zucchini pasta I've ever..."
Healthy Heart
"Food prepared with passion just as the Italians would do it. Book in advance. Outrageously good pasta,fabulous creme caramel the taste will be like a..."
Casheconomy
"I was expecting more from Il Leone but I think I need to come back again when they are not as busy. We had quite a late booking in the evening and..."
Zulfah Albertyn
"What a lovely candlelit setting and fantastic food. On my visit I had a salad to start which included Buffalo mozzarella, basil and avocado which was..."
Jenna Rodd
"The food was good but was spoiled by the fact that one meal did not arrive until everyone else had just about finished. The waitress at some stage..."
Brian.kahn35
"Eaten here a few times, and their food is superb. The salads are fresh and lovely combos. The buratta is very rich, but heavenly. More a main than..."
Gabi
"What an amazing little restaurant! Only one big negative thing the blonde manger had to be the most non customer centric person ever she can't even..."
Chantel
"Outstanding as always. Lovely ambience and attentive staff. The ravioli is without doubt the best I have ever had. Will make a point of returning..."
DocUnited
"We had an excellent lunch mid week, on the very peaceful and cool balcony outside. My friend from Rome had the Tagliatelle Pescatore which he loved,..."
MattJBlack3
"Sick of seedy Sea Point dives, we find ourselves in Il Leone for a latish Sunday night supper. If I lived here, this would be my Sunday night go to..."
Jill Nudelman
"Came here for a lunch meeting as suggested by a client. The place was fairly quiet. The place has quite a cosy feel with lots of art pieces making up..."
Irfaan
"Great meal Very good vibe Good wine selection Away from tourist scrum..."
Graham Petzer
"This fantastic restaurant is a short walk from where I live and I could not be more spoilt. Great customer service always and don't get me started on..."
Ben Gillies
"Excellent restaurant - a family favourite for a special occasion. All dishes are great, particularly their famous prawn pasta which is lovely and..."
Jessica Stromin
"I'm so surprised that Il Leone hasn't come up in conversation more often. I went for a 21st birthday dinner and the restaurant choice could not have..."
Meera Naik
"Since getting back from Italy in July I have been skeptical about getting back on the pasta band wagon, I mean, the dishes in the land of pasta don't..."
Paula Einhorn
"Our first visit to Il Leone was an excellent dining experience. The ambiance was charming, light and airy with comfortable chairs and well set..."
Gavin Foley
"Fantastic experience. Went there for my birthday with a couple of friends. Everyone found a dish they loved. Service was a little bellow par. But..."
Lukeconorbolton
"Simply sublime with service to match! My new Cape Town Favourite! We had the calamari to share. Followed by what has to be described as REAL Italian..."
Clinton Hawks
"Mamma che buono!! They had a special on tonight with Zucchine instead of pasta for your banting dieters which did justice to any "normal" Italian..."
Maria Elvira Mariola
"Went for supper at Il Leone, upon arrival we were greeted by the hostess and advised that we needed to wait because she needs to think how she wants..."
Melinda
"Had a lovely dinner tonight 💕 a cosy place that offers authentic Italian. We started off with some bruschetta which we all thoroughly enjoyed. For..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Had the ragu and broccolli pasta. Crepes for desert. Food was good and service attentive. Wine list does not offer many 'affordable' options...."
Ilse Van Der Merwe
"I had an excellent date night at Il Leone! We were greeted at the door with warmth and hospitality. Although I did not receive the exact food I..."
Mia Kruger
"Absolutely loved this place! White and sleek upmarket interior. While my family enjoyed their lunch, they relayed that mine was the best (the daily..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Loved the cosy, warm atmosphere. Service was great. A little disappointed with the food: calamari starter was supposed to be flash fried but turned..."
Shamen Raja
"Out of this world pasta, literally only place in Cape Town I go to for pasta. They are quite pricey though, but worth it. They also have a..."
Nicole Vrede
"Ill Leone in de Waterkant is an exquisite restaurant in a beautiful old building. Vibrant and warm ambience, friendly and professional manager. We, a..."
Wilna Bester
"A great little italian gem in the heart of Greenpoint.Pros: Amazing food Cons: Do not serve pizzaHowever, this gives you reason to..."
Nooru Harnekar
"Must be my favorite Italian restaurant ever. I always make sure to stop by whenever I visit Cape Town. The food is excellent. My only negative would..."
Nick
"Amazing little Italian spot! Had the most delicious dinner while on a work trip to Cape Town. Great service, despite being absolutely packed. We had..."
Megan K
"Easily outside of Italy one of the best Italian meals I've had in years.... Atmosphere upscale quaint sifistication ..,wine list not long but..."
OnTheMove
"Was extremely fortunate to be treated to an exceptional Easter lunch at il leone on Sunday. Having heard an abundance of positive things about the..."
BT
"Stylish restaurant with a warm atmosphere. The service was perfect and very professional. Regarding the food I didn't get disappointed at all. I..."
The Dude
"Quaint restaurant with a homely atmosphere. The service was commendable and the food - mamma mia!I would highly recommend the tagliatelle pescatore...."
Zainab
"Fantastic Thursday evening at one of the Atlantic Seaboard's favourite Italian restaurants. A cosy restaurant covered in wood decor and intriguing..."
Ryan Goodman
"We went to Il Leone for a weekday lunch recently, and I really enjoyed it. The food is great, and the service is on point. The menu has a wide..."
Popsi
"I love food, Italians love food, Italian food is love! This place is the real deal, from what little I know of Italian cuisine Il Leone leans towards..."
Glen Loxton
"Il Leone is an upmarket Italian restaurant in Green Point. The service is attentive and warm, the atmosphere is inviting and warm with candles and..."
Bronwills
"Went here for a 21st where we were given a very special private room upstairs. We had a set menu and some of the food included fillet with pepper..."
JonJon Clark
"Visited Il Leone last night and had the usual Maskovita pasta with penne. Usually have it with ravioli but both combinations are delicious. The..."
Jaynisha Patel
"I'm so ashamed that I had never heard of Il Leone before yesterday. They were awarded best everyday Italian eatery at the Eat Out Best Everyday..."
Natasha Silva
"Best pasta gambereti on the planet!!!!Fantastic service and setting, One of our top restuarants in Cape town we always leave full and..."
Fabio Spidalieri
"Great pasta- we shared three dishes- all pasta... Amatriciana, veal pasta and ravioli with arrabiata sauce. All pastas were great- service was..."
Susan Searle
"Visiting Cape Town from Johannesburg and was looking for good Italian. Excellent food and the service was also good. A real gem. Will be back for..."
Duncan Gilliland
"Officially my favorite restaurant in Cape Town. Best Italian dining experience I've had in South Africa. Everything was superb - from the service to..."
David Franciscus
"Very good Italian food. Upmarket and well priced. Service good, food good. If your looking for a romantic dinner, this is lovely. Thumbs..."
Irishman
"Ate there 2 nights in a row. On Both evenings we enjoyed outstanding meals. The signature prawn pasta dish was superb. The service was attentive and..."
Leslie Pieters
"Il Leone is one of my favourite go-to places for pasta in Cape Town. I've never had an average experience, I always leave feeling excited to go back...."
Leila Osato
"I have these food cravings and they must be met so I was happy to know that gnocchi was on their menu and even though the kitchen closed in 10..."
Claire Allen
"This is a fantastic cosy romantic spot for really great Italian food, the menu is well priced the management and staff are superb, I'll definitely be..."
Matt MowFunk Walker
"Great food. Always a quality meal and fantastic service. Thought the veal was a tad dry but the fillet steak I had was spot on! You are always..."
Simon Trisk
"I like II Leone. Their food is good. The service is good. They have a nice selection of wines. I'd recommend the prawn linguine. And the grilled..."
Bebz H
"One of my favourites in the Mother City. Good simple Italian - quality and service consistently good...porcini mushroom anything is a winner (when in..."
Lynda Cooper
"I went here a while back but clearly remember it. Possibly one of the most delicious (fancy) Italian restaurants in the City. Their prawn pasta is..."
Robert Peitzsch
"This place served me the absolute most delicious pasta I've ever had at a restaurant! There is something that feels special when you walk in, the..."
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
"I really enjoyed our dinner at Il Leone. I heard great things about it and we weren't disappointed. You'll find Classic Italian food here, cooked..."
Dominique Andrea Vieira
"Smart and sensual. The four cheese gnocchi is mind-blowing and the bread is delicious. If you feel like a cozy, Italian, perhaps romantic meal out-..."
Gabrielle Meyers
"One of the best Italian restaurants in Cape Town. The staff are always on the ball. The food is superb and they now serve zucchini pasta which is..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"Their prawn linguini is the absolute best in the whole of Cape Town. This is one of De Waterkant's best best restaurants. Highly recommended! Their..."
Zak Schabort
"Polite and efficient service. Comprehensive selection for all courses as well as a few specials on offer. Great wine selection too. The food is well..."
Angela Weickl
"Always a pleasure to dine at Il Leone. Beautiful dining experience with very good solid flavour in their dishes in a warm atmosphere. Good wine..."
Dirk Uys
"An elegant and delicious restaurant, and the staff are amazing 👏 We came two times The first time, it was busy, and the leader advised us to the..."
noody mm
"An amazing restaurant with great dishes and very kind service. Highly recommended for a perfect Italian meal..."
גרי בר דב
"Great service and atmosphere with good selection of Italian food (seafood tagliatelle is a must) and South African wine. Better to book for lunch, as..."
Justyna Swiatkowska
"An absolutely beautiful place to dine when in Cape Town.. The service was excellent as..."
Tracy Daniel
"Overall experience is great. The only disappoint part was steak, don’t ever eat steak here, it is too salty. I don’t think they will replace u a..."
kui liu
"Terrific white tablecloth experience. We were able to snag a last-second reservation thanks to a cancelation and are so grateful we did. Caprese was..."
Matt Wald
"Amazing! The ambiance and setting of the restaurant is a cozy, upscape space with a sprinkle of art gallery but in your dining room sort of a feel...."
John Dlabal
"Would definitely recommend this place if you enjoy Italian food - the food, service and general restaurant atmosphere are all great. There are one..."
Sean
"Fantastic, the food is absolutely phenomenal. I had the tortellini, oh my word the cream sauce was amazing and complimented the tortellini so so..."
Pierre Steyn
"Well it depends what you are looking for? Are you looking for a perfect ambience? Are you looking for the best Italian food in Cape Town? Are you..."
David Yach
"Amazing food and service is the best we had in a long time. The waiter Josh was perfect, he helped us to choose dishes and he was really..."
Shahar Gabay
"Have never had the pleasure to visit them myself but I have been booking and taking many international groups here for the past 5, 6 years at least..."
Jean-Noël O'Connor
"Celebrated my 76th birthday with friends Staff , service , food as consistent as always Thank you Il Leone for making the celebration so very..."
Lorna Knightley
"A lovely find. Oodles of atmosphere and clearly loved by local CT residents. The food was very good without much finesse and the friendly service was..."
John Sterling
"I had one of the best steaks at this restaurant. The pasta was also great. Its close to the V&A Waterfront. The restaurant is spacious, decorated..."
Megan Rosen
"Went here for my birthday dinner. Service excellent. I had the ceviche to start which was sublime. My partner had the the bean and pasta soup. She..."
Cathy Milner
"It remains to be one of the better dining experiences you can have in Cape Town. Consistently delivering high quality at a reasonable price. The..."
Jeff Rossouw
Pesce Azzurro
84/100 (541 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Mediterranean
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Seafood
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
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Tapas
Prawns
Tiramisu
Octopus
Carbonara
Hake
Lamb
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Fish
Fritto misto
Calamari
Mussels
Tuna
Calamares
"Really awesome seafood! One of the best places for seafood in CPT, def worth a visit. Dont go if in a rush. Its relaxed, short but good wine list...."
Arno Becker
"The food was awesome! I love the ambiance and the service was very good. I would recommend this place to all my friends in the..."
Nkechinyere Joy
"In my 4 years in CT I must say so far the best place ever to go dining! Fresh, delicious well presented food! A real taste of Italy with the best..."
Beatrice Asselta
"Normally whoever can open an “Italian sounding” restaurant... But this is not the case of Pesce Azzurro. The caponata smells exactly like in..."
Giovanni Costanzo
"Best seafood in Cape Town, perfectly cooked pasta and my absolute best, their..."
Danielle Reimers
"We had excellent service and authentic Italian food and flavours in a wonderful setting! We Will definitely be..."
Brydi Erin Schutz
"Fantastic food and the Octopus is truly outstanding, a very authentic Italian..."
Hannah Jessica Claassens
"An amazing restaurant, love it! The food is excellent, a brilliant chef Andrea controlling all the plates. Can highly..."
Manuela Lotti
"Everithing was fantastic..the testing was super.! We had Tapas , spaghetti allo scoglio e pesce alla..."
Elena Marta Moretti
"Absolutely delicious! Original Italian/Sicilian food! Big portions, good price, friendly service. Good wine choice. No unhealthy mayo and deep fried..."
Tomasovicova.monika
"Fabulous, outstanding! I can't speak more highly about this food. Refreshing change. It won't be long before you can't get a table here! Can't wait..."
John Cowing
"Let me start by saying WOW. This was my first time at Pesce Azzurro and from the moment I walked in ...on my own... the staff were friendly..."
Rene Van Der Wath
"Popped in here on a Friday for a family dinner. The restaurant is cozy with a view into the little kitchen where all the magic happens. To start we..."
Cape Foodie
"I would like to say as a restaurant that Pescue Al Zuro is the best Italian seafood restaurant in Cape Town. My only problem is this restaurant..."
Steven Swiel
"I have eaten at Pesce a few times now and my reason for joining Zomato is due to the fact that it has such a low score for an establishment that has..."
Cecil Bosman
"Just coming back from a truly delicious feast at Pesce Azzurro in Woodstock. The restaurant is so quaint and pretty and the ambience is a..."
Capetown_restaurants
"Had a great time here. We shared tapas and they were all amazing, although the white anchovies were my favourite. The buratta is what dreams are made..."
Ruby Bunjun
"Very good service and food.WONDERFUL!!!!!!!It has some of the best seafood I have ever tasted.It is the best restaurant in Cape town:-) :-) :-)..."
Jessie Watts
"Great food, average service.It's certainly one of the best fishes you will get in CT. Tapas are really worth adding to your Secondi, trust the..."
Chevalier Noir
"My quest for fantastic Italian food in Cape Town continues. I have heard about this place from Italian friends but decided to book when a South..."
Derek Miller
"Simply the best seafood in all of Cape Town, definitely the best seafood I've eaten in my life!!! I went there with a colleague and then took friends..."
Ebrahim Mohamed
"One of my favourite place to go eat in CPT.Simple, flavoursome and quality seafood dishes prepared by the friendly stereotypical italian..."
Rolam Asb
"Have read a lot of negative reviews about this place :( So sad as this is our regular dinner spot - we go between 3-4 times a week!..."
Amber Razdi-Rafael Convery
"You come here for the food, it is amazing.Best Italian cuisine I've had in Cape Town, the chef truly understands what is to cook proper Italian..."
Maximillian Bajkay
"Glorious Italian seafood made with passion! This restaurant is always bustling and is the perfect spot for an intimate dinner with family and..."
Jessica.kate.beningfield
"Great value for money - have the carbonara, it is brilliant, service and wine list are not great, but this is a great little local place.  If you..."
Nic Robertson
"Great Italian, fresh produces and creative. The food is well priced and the wine list interesting and affordable, with Italian wines too which is a..."
Sandrine
"A glimpse of the harbour down Roodebloem road sets the scene for a fishy supper.The food is the most authentic I've had outside of Italy..."
Elle Aiello
"Very good food, this place is such a hidden gem. Seafood was so fresh, really great food, yet simple. Lovely cozy non pretentious. Would go there..."
Hannah T3
"I had the spaghetti scoglio, which was fantastic. Best Italian I've tried in Cape Town BY FAR. For those people who complain about the chef's..."
Hugo Martin
"If you're into fresh, healthy, simple food you will love this place! Scallops, sardines, tuna, kingklip all cooked to perfection in local Sardinian..."
Robyn
"Very appealing restaurant. It just has the perfect look and feel. Unfortunately the food and service, don't quite meet the expectation that the decor..."
Allan Moita
"Food , service and atmosphere  out of this world, even during load shedding. Chef Andrea personally served us and the whole experience was WOW. Food..."
Kelvin Van Straten
"This restaurant was fully booked and buzzing on a Saturday night. Many "walk-ins" asking for tables which was not available. Andrea obviously took..."
Liam
"Always curious to try new places, we went today to a relatively new restaurant in the university area which had a mention in the local newspaper..."
Andrea Volpe
"Lovely ambiance. The gnocchi wasn't good enough to write home about but the seafood soup was superb and consisted more of full mussels, prawns,..."
Rupert Cameron Sully
"Great addition to Woodstock's up and coming restaurant scene, and more. The super friendly Italian owner and his truly no-fass, full flavour food..."
Johannes Schueler
Bocca
82/100 (1101 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Tapas
Ribs
Meatballs
Carbonara
Arancini
Pasta
Salad
Lamb
Duck
Pesto
Risotto
Pork
Mussels
Tuna
"Actually we were heading for another restaurant, but when we passed Bocca we felt the good atmosphere and we stayed there.The concept is very..."
Paul.vermeij
"So, I’m uploading this review in Jan 2019, but we went back in Dec of 2017. So this review is *technically* far too outdated to be relevant. But I..."
Rita Van Eck
"Visited twice before and not once did it disappoint. Hands down some of the best pizza I've had in Cape Town. Friendly staff. Loved the..."
Carli00nel
"Definitely deserves its rating Good food that you can taste is homemade! Lovely and attentive staff, and although quiet while we were there, had..."
Robyn Palmer
"Unfortunately no gluten free pizza option. Food tastes amazing. The music was just loud enough that we could enjoy a private conversation; I had..."
Shubha Bhat
"Ambience and music is very pleasant. Staff are really friendly and if you come at 6pm when the kitchen opens, expect very fast service! Pizza base is..."
Claudia Emanuel
"Really good Neapolitan-style pizza 🍕 great wine selection and a very warm and cozy ambience. Perfect for sharing plates. Zucchini fries are a..."
Morgan
"Decided to come here for the pizza after reading all of the good reviews on Zomato. We initially sat downstairs but moved to the upstairs booth after..."
Janita Naidoo
"Absolutely love Bocca, their pizzas are amazing!! Fast, delicious and very authentic. The ambience is also really great, perfect for a day date or..."
Charnelle Lakey
"Having been to Italy, finding a real authentic pizza is hard to come by, until Bocca. The center was slightly wet, however, probably due to the use..."
Nooru Harnekar
"Great genuine Italian pizza. Gnocchi was rad and the zucchini fries are a must. Excellent service, great midweek vibes. A bietjie duur, but totally..."
Supervundu
"I really enjoyed Bocca and would recommend it. Typical NY Pizza base was divine. Definitely keen to go back to explore the rest of the menu...."
Leanne
"Amazing tapas. Menu is comprised of mostly pizza so it’s a good place if you’re a pizza fan . I only had their tapas , very small but incredibly..."
Tsepang & Thapelo
"I absolutely love this place! The food is amazing especially the spoons. Really good food at reasonable prices, great service, and a great..."
Cyndi Sahara Satram
"Best Pizza in CPT!!! Loved the base it's out of this world nice thin but still chewy texture! Would have given them 5 but they did not have Avo and..."
Pepler La Cock
"I had the absolute pleasure of eating at bocca for the first time this past Saturday. I was joining my friend for her farewell dinner. It was the..."
Tayla Fagan
"What an amazing experience, I’ve been here twice now and Wow words can’t describe how amazing my meal was here ! The service is amazing and the..."
Lucy McGhie
"A really cozy date nigh location offering authentic Italian meals. I asked to have the pasta but to leave out the lamb (making it vegan) and they..."
Sam Corcoran
"I have been lucky enough to have dined here twice for dinner! Both times my food and service was fantastic! I've tasted the Caesar salad, hake and..."
Sarah Mcghie
"Discovered by accident but what a happy accident it was. Adored the small plates, especially the arancini and the tempura zucchini. Yum yum yum...."
Katy Pea
"I had the lamb chops with a side of polenta and it was delicious and full of flavor. Great restaurant for a light meal and drinks. Great tapas as..."
Sinako Cetyiwe
"I'm not generally a fan of pizza but I quite enjoyed theirs although if I am to critique it, I might add that the base has a bit too much salt for my..."
Mose Shirley Khubedu
"This place has the best pizza in Cape Town in my opinion. I just like the margarita pizza it's simple and full of flavor. The crust is a little..."
Atara Jaffe
"Bocca on Bree Street is a fantastic restaurant.Sit out on the balcony with a G&T (many gins on offer) and soak up the vibey atmosphere of..."
The Chowing Bunnies
"Zucchini fries = greasy but good 🍟Arancini balls = amazingly good 👌🏽👑💓Soft polenta = smooth, silky comfort food 😋Di..."
Rochelle April
"Pizza is one of the most subjective foods in my opinion, but for me Bocca offer the most authentic and delicious pizzas in CT. The plain margarita..."
Rob Mulholland
"Some work colleagues and I decided to opt for an early and informal get together after work on Friday afternoon.Trendy, minimalistic,..."
Darla Dates
"Bocca is one of those restaurants that have consistently served quality food every time I visit.They do not take bookings which seems to work..."
Jess Abrams
"I was gonna have my birthday dinner here but due to circumstances was unable to. Even though they don't generally take reservations the manager was..."
Simone Naicker
"I was not a pizza person until I ate Bocca's pizza. There is something so delicious about the fresh, chewy bases of the Neapolitan style pizza. The..."
Pia Harris
"Bocca has been relaunched with new owner and chef Guido. He’s a lovely and knowledgeable guy coming from Italy with real passion for food. We tried..."
Pusm
"On the corner of Bree and Wales street is where you can find an Italian restaurant called Bocca. The ambience is laid-back with a contemporary modern..."
Sharese Hunt
"Located on a corner of Bree and Wale streets in a 2 storey space is this attractive Italian restaurant. The pizza preparation area and wood fired..."
JotterJo
"Pizza heaven. Possibly the best pizza in all of Cape Town. Those basic reviewers moaning that the pizzas are "too thick" or "doughy" need to have..."
Steve Marais
"Bocca has a really cool atmosphere. They offer both pizza's and tapas - with a wide variety of drinks. The arancini and zucchini fries were by far..."
Mikaela
"Bocca is not your typical pizzeria. The pizza bases are thick and elastic, and the toppings are mostly quite rich and heavy. I've never left feeling..."
Guy Blackhurst
"I have been here three times for pizza and personally find the bases are too thick for my preference. That being said, they are tasty and the..."
Jenna Rodd
"Lovely place with a lovely aesthetic. I really enjoyed the fact that I could see my pizza being made for me as they have an open layout to the food..."
Robin Mahlangu
"Really love this chic Bree street bistro with it's relaxed atmosphere and it's simplistic approach to good food. The menu has something for..."
Kriyanka Naidoo
"We arrived at Bocca at 9:40 PM (closed at 10 PM) and it was still absolutely packed. They gave us the only table available even though the kitchen..."
Zakiyah
"After trying a couple different pics spots in and around Cape Town, I have to say Bocca is one of my favorite. The restaurant is a vibe and has been..."
Richard Bower
"Bocca is always quite busy, especially because this charming restaurant is situated in sort after Bree street. My boyfriend and I stumbled upon it..."
Sumendra Chetty
"The buzz and energy of the city infiltrate this gorgeous little gem, and makes you feel that you are seated in some Soho street in New York. The food..."
Michella Ferreira Pellegrino
"This place is just perfection- from the decor to the ambience to the service and especially the food! Their pizzas are delicious and they have a..."
Adeline Gail Clayton
"I went to Bocca while on diet (no carbs allowed) and had the aubergine starter, the artichoke starter and the salmon main - yes, I was starving...."
Rachel
"Very Modern Setup and vibey feel to the place. We were seated in the upstairs area with a view of the Chefs making the pizza . Very authentic and..."
Jeff Fernandes
"Friday at lunch hour, they seemed quiet from the outside but they have seating upstairs which was almost full. The Bree Street buzz definitely..."
Sai Maharaj
"If you are looking for pizza then I would go here. It feels like I'm eating a real Italian styled pizza from its home in Naples. Soft bases, a tomato..."
Kieran Pearce
"Have to say, didn't really know what to expect when going to this restaurant but found myself pleasantly surprised. They have very tasty pizza and..."
Lame [Lah-meeh]
"To start the wine list was comprehensive, the food was amazing! The sautéed squid was the best I have ever had, the flavours were delicate and..."
Lesley Street
"Bocca is an absolute must for pizza. The restaurant is located in the middle of bree street and has a great atmosphere. I usually have the..."
Jayshall Vassen
"Incredible pizza. I had the Margherita - done in the true Naples style, it boasts a fresh juicy tomato base, rather than a paste, making it all the..."
Kate Mulholland
"Being a big Bree Street and pizza fan I have been wanting to try Bocca for quite some time now. It doesn't look like much initially but the intimate..."
Aqeelah Hassim
"On Friday night, we were driving through the CBD and decided to try out Bocca. We had heard great reviews from friends and we are always keen on..."
Nicol Miller
"Best pizza i have personally had in my life and it took about 10 min for it to arrive after ordering. The restaurant has a unique vibe and layout and..."
Eduard Loubser
"My parents took the family out to Bocca to celebrate my boyfriend's graduation and the incredible food, service and atmosphere made the night..."
Shannon Van Wyk
"I really enjoyed Bocca.  The service was great.  The layout makes for a very trendy and bustling atmosphere.  The zucchini fries were fabulous!..."
Gabriela Limberis
"The best place for pizza, I've never had such great pizza in my life 👍🏾👍🏾 and the service is excellent. If you in Cape Town please pop in..."
Tebogo
"I really love the set up of Bocca. We were seated upstairs, looking over the kitchen, watching all the pizzas being made. I had the Bandera without..."
Meera Naik
"Great food and atmosphere. Had a mix of starters and big plates. Everyone extremely happy with their choices. Will definitely recommend it to..."
Brian Leshnick
"Mmmm delicious pizza, made in lightning quick time in their 10 00041295 degree oven, no really. Great service and a cool menu with some tapas options..."
David Metelerkamp
"If you're a lover of Italian then Bocca is worth the try. Staff are really friendly and willing to help you with any menu questions. They have a..."
Toinette Tobias
"Delightfully pleasant staff and very affordable prices. The fruti di marre pizza was soft, packed with fresh juicy squids and prawns and transported..."
Aparajita
"The Italian-Asian Lady Zaza pizza is just plain WOW, fusion cuisine at its best. Imagine that: kimchi on a flatbread! I can't wait to go back and try..."
Bree Street Brent
"One of the best pizzas in Town. Chewy base that only goes in the pizza oven for 90 seconds. Whatever the way - it works 😝 I enjoyed the..."
Tiffany Heeger
"The staff are amazing, always there where you need them. The food is also amazing, one thing that truly stands out is the zucchini fries. Our usual..."
Ryan Oberholzer
"Slick contemporary ITALIAN in trendy Bree street. Ideal for ordering a few tapas style dishes that you can share with a few friends. Reasonably..."
Mark Dowson
"The first time I tried to have lunch here was rather unpleasant (service wasn't great).-Went back regardsless and it was better. The food was nice..."
Jean Baard
"Bocca was the backup option for dinner last night and, on the whole, it was a solid choice. The service was attentive and prompt (they were quiet..."
Bryan Vally
"The food was absolutely amazing! The zucchini fries are a must! You can't make a reservation so I would suggest getting there earlier but there's a..."
Rebecca Starke
"Dear Bocca, You've made me realize cutting pizzas ain't easy. I now feel guilty for all the times I complained about how poorly cut my..."
Sean Boulanger
"Love this place ! The menu is great for sharing. The pizza was above average but the cocktails were amazing! Especially the Raspberry one. ( can't..."
Anja Lintnaar
"The lights and set up drew us away from our original dinner plans last night, such a cool vibe, even from the outside. Greeted by a super friendly..."
Meghnaaz Williams
"I'm usually more into authentic looking places, but this place is more than it seems. Quick service, especially for CPT. Delicious pizza. No fuss...."
Anja Immelman
"Located on a trendy strip on Bree Street, the space has a good feel to it and the staff is at attentive and friendly. We had small plates to share,..."
Tracy Morison
"Such an awesome spot. Whether you want tapas or mains it won't disappoint. The menu is large and their options are fantastic. The interior is light..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"My wife and I both had pizzas. They were absolutely delicious. Light and crispy with an excellent Napoletana base. Will definitely be back to try..."
Darren
"Great location! Always buzzing and great place to get drinks with a friend. I'm not a great pizza fan but there's pizzas are tasty! Nice variety of..."
Celeste Tsang
"Really enjoyable lunch spot in summer!I loved the pizza style sandwiches, it was extremely tasty and even bigger enough to share. The..."
Nicole Vrede
"After a pretty horrific attempted dinner at Lefty's we resorted to Bocca, looking for good service, food and a clean chair to sit on (it's the simple..."
Catharina
"Maybe the best pizza dough crust I've had in CT...."
Simon Kamp
"Food was good but our waitress was pretty unfriendly. Perhaps had just been having a bad day but I saw many people commenting on it as it brings the..."
Tazlee Gess
"Definitely worth visiting. Their food flavours are quite different from most other CT restaurants, particularly for Italian cuisine, while they still..."
kimberley canning
"Had dinner there last night. Really wanted to get a good feel for the place so we spent a long time here and ordered a bunch of dishes and everything..."
Henry Craythorne
"I always wanted to try the food at Bocca. Wow, delicious! We ordered a pizza to share for lunch and immediately ordered a second one. True Italian..."
marshallene jones
"The wine list here is excellent and I have always throughly enjoyed all the meals I have had here. Their pizza is excellent. I was sadly disappointed..."
Catherine Kannemeyer
"Hands down the best pizza in Cape Town . Great sophisticated atmosphere with beautiful wines. Come here for an intimate dinner, or bring your parents..."
Rita Pienaar
"I love this place for an easy Italian meal. Start with a bowl of olives, share a pizza and try one of their slow roasted dishes (recommend the lamb)...."
Jason Kretzmann
"Lovely location on Bree Street. The chickpea salad is refreshing and the portion size was pretty large! My sister had the roast chicken panini which..."
Carmen H
"2018: I was not sure if to go here as it seemed like a pizza place and was next to our rented apartment. HOWEVER: Stunning and funny waitress - an..."
X G-M-B-H
"Delicious food. Great service. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Price of food is also reasonable and wine list is comprehensive. Pizzas are a great..."
Tumi Sineke
Mario's Italian Restaurant
71/100 (515 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Lasagne
Carbonara
Focaccia
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Mussels
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Great Lasagne,Spaghetti with Salmon Trout was excellent.Tasty salad,friendly service.We live in Southern Germany and spend many holidays in..."
David Martin
"One of our only favorite Italian restaurants in Cape Town. When we down from jhb, Mario’s is a must stop at for us. Love chatting to the owners,..."
Bradley Rae
"We had an absolute perfect Christmas eve dinner. We had 2pasta dishes and a plain magareita.The gnocchi was probably the best I've ever..."
Bhavesh Bhikha
"I was so hesitant to go here because of all the bad reviews online, but we had an absolute blast. Food is amazing. Owner and family is so present in..."
LuluFromJozi
"A traditional Italian restaurant with the warmth and ambience of a Trattoria straight out if Italy. A real Italian Mama who cooks the food with all..."
Germa Beukes
"Mario's is delightful, it's so cute and rustic - from the minute you walk in you are greeted with such warmth it's hard not to love the place!..."
Sumendra Chetty
"My bff and I happened upon this lovely authentic Italian feeling restaurant as we searched for pizza in Greenpoint. We both remarked how much it..."
Erica
"Family business been around a long time. Real traditional Italian food at it's best. Try any of the pasta/pizza dishes as proof. Great service,..."
Willem Fourie
"This is a very cute traditional Italian restaurant, you don't get many of these anymore. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal and wine. The service was..."
Jemal
"People who complain about this place have no idea what they are talking about. The place is world-renowned for its authentic Italian cuisine. It has..."
Herman Lategan
"I came to Mario's for the first time. I found the food to be decent and he service and atmosphere to be excellent. He waiter was attentive without..."
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