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Osteria Tarantino

90/100 (1064 ratings)

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"Just had a delicious meal at this quaint little piece of Italy. We shared a starter of mozzarella sheets filled with parma ham, sundried tomato and..."

Elise Bredenkamp

"I was consistently impressed from the moment I walked into this restaurant! This is an authentic family run Italian restaurant - the service was..."

Aurora Marcopoulos

"Dear Enrico, Teresa, Michele & Jonathan, We're back in Philippines & missing Osteria Tarantino very much. We will toast to your good health &..."

Dina Hourihan

"Our second meal here. Fantastic! The menus are on a chalkboard but just ask the owner Enrico for suggestions and you won't be disappointed. A family..."

Mike Bermingham

"It is my favorite restaurant in CapeTown!!! More than a meal, it was a touching experience, a great memory ! They are so kind and lovely.. and the..."

Bouillette Mrtn

"Went last night to the first time & was extremely happy! Delicious spinach & ricotta ravioli in an incredible truffle sauce. Quite unusual, haven't..."

Vicky Hasson

"these beautiful gems really tickle my fancy. the passion really shows, in a variety of ways. firstly, the venue is quaint in an on-trend, yet rustic..."

Luis Vieira

"Osteria Tarantino - What a treasure! Enrico and his family really deliver excellence. The food is lip-smackingly good and will have me back for more...."

Juliette Arrighi de Casanova

"Small and cozy restaurant, great traditional food and amazing people! Thank you Osteria Tarantino for the great night!! I highly recommend..."

Julien Merle

"Thank you Teresa, Enrico and Michele for a great evening with your delicious food, the Tiramisu is for sure the best I had in a South African..."

Hajo Kowalke

"The best Italian restaurant in Cape Town, possibly South Africa- the most authentic and delicious experience combined with great..."

Kelsey Dobie

"Exceptionally beautiful hidden gem, had a wonderful meal. Great service with a personal touch! Can't wait to come..."

Cara McAvinchey

"Gorgeous quaint little Italian place in Waterkant St Definitely worth a visit for authentic superb quality Italian cuisine! Super service! Take yr..."

Shelley Webb

"Best authentic Italian in Cape Town by a long shot! Try the home made fresh pastas - Ravioli with Truffle cream sauce and 4P's pasta. Both..."

Jon Colledge

"The best kept secret. Amazing setting, beautiful authentic Italian food, great service.. Wonderful..."

John Scott

"AMAZING! Delicious authentic pasta and brilliant service! We will definitely be back when in town again..."

Jess Albrecht

"Osteria torentino - if you want to have a pasta that will send you into the abyss of another realm, you need to pop into ostero tarantino. The 4..."

Neil Smith

"Best Italian restaurant in Cape Town. From start to finish everything was just right. Not perfect - just right. For starters we had the burata, and I..."

Helené Prinsloo

"The best pasta I've ever had in Cape Town! The place is small and we were luck to get a table after booking the day before, but the atmosphere is..."

Vicky

"Intimate atmosphere with fantastic service. Food portions are just right and the tiramisu is to die for. Be sure to book, this is place is booked up..."

Claudia Emanuel

"We've been lucky enough to eat here twice now, and loved the food all round. Deficits don't feature, simply delicious. More importantly though is the..."

Jürgen Kieslich

"Delicious food- out of this world! Little Italy in the heart of Cape Town. Hands on owner and friendly staff, I would recommend anyone to go visit...."

Crystal De Haast

"Been so looking forward to finally get in at OT's.. Acclaimed as the best Italian restaurant in Cape Town... The setting was perfect... Back street....."

Rayonfood

"This place was excellent. I have been trying to get in every time I go down to Cape Town but you need to book long in advance. I expected it to be a..."

Nicole Hackner

"I’ve waited to visit Osteria Tarantino a long time.... getting in there without booking a week in advance is pretty much impossible. It was well..."

Bryan Vally

"Intimate and authentic Italian tucked away in De Waterkant. Great pastas and affordable wine options. Try the 4 P's signature dish and home made..."

Billy Hare

"Best meal of the year. Definitely my best restaurant for now. Having just returned from a trip to Italy, I can honestly say it does does not get..."

Alan Tucker

"This restaurant is a hidden Italian gem. It is tiny, intimate and felt incredibly authentic. We were served by a lovely Italian gentleman..."

Ty Meadows

"Osteria Tarantino was incredible. Having spent much time eating all the pasta in Italy, we can say that this is hands down "The Italian" restaurant...."

Table For Three

"Superb evening out with friends at this small, authentic Italian. It was packed when we arrived at 7:30pm and we were the last to leave at 11pm, so..."

Andrew Campbell

"Brilliant!My absolute favourite type of restaurant. Small, simple menu that serves great ingredients that are perfectly prepared. The..."

Allan Moita

"I have died and gone to heaven! Brilliant Authentic Italian cuisine! Had the 4 "p"'s and Ravioli with cream truffle sauce! Truly out of the world!..."

Desiré Crowther

"Where to begin... well, three days later and I am still drooling over this meal! The restaurant is small, so book ahead. But, wow. The food. WOW!!..."

Kaylee Dobie

"Best Vongole made by Papa, good food great people. Thank you for the lovely lunch.Lovely afternoon in the sun. Great to have family run and..."

R Cormack - Thomson

"Top notch. Wonderful food. Portions not too big or small. Great desserts that even habitual non-dessert eaters can't resist. Decent prices...."

Amrik Cooper

"Midweek Birthday lunch at this homely italian restaurant tucked away off Waterkant street. The owner in attendance is always a good sign and the food..."

Ryan Goodman

"It’s been a while since I was in Italy but if I take a bite of Osteria Tarantino pasta it brings me right back to those warm nights by lake Como...."

FoodMissionary

"Authentic and absolutely delicious from start to finish. This family owned and run little gem is brilliant for a work dinner or date night. Simple..."

Mike Varney

"Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Faultless.Enrico is the cutest, most charming little Italian fellow you will ever meet. The cosy..."

Tarryn Owies

"An Italian Gem: The restaurant and the owner! I have now had the pleasure of eating at Osteria twice within the space of a month and the..."

Luke James Fletcher

"Very friendly and authentically Italian. The veal meatballs & spaghetti would make your day 9.5 out 10 times!!Free corkage allows you to..."

Eric Ngoie

"This little restaurant is a gem. It's rare to find a great place such as this. The food was excellent with the customer service being on an equal..."

Shaun

"This restaurant wow where do I begin... I must say I have been to many Italian restaurants in South Africa and around the world but osteria tarantino..."

Giuliano Sesamo

"What a little hidden treasure! I have never ever finished an entire pasta let alone an entire pasta after starters! The food was phenomenal! The..."

Victoria Angel

"This little restaurant is our own piece of authentic Italy right on the doorstep. I found it by accident whist strolling through De Waterkant..."

Ian Gibbs

"A really good Italian family restaurant. Quaint with good service. The 4p's pasta and veal with mushrooms were world class. Definitely recommend it...."

Luigi

"I saw some rave reviews of this restaurant on trip advisor had couldn't wait to try it. Tucked away at the top of Waterkant St, the location is..."

Angus

"This was some of the best food I have ever eaten in my life. The flavours and attention to detail were amazing. Every dish was excellent and the..."

Jesse Gillis

"Italian food made with passion. Quality ingredients and bags full of flavour. Small, cute and cozy. Only 10 tables. Run by the owner. Well worth the..."

Jason Nolan

"Definitely worth a visit. Meet the owner. Wine recommendation was lovely. Food was different but absolutely delicious. Atmosphere was proper Italian...."

David Hope

"This place is fantastic. Reservation is a must. You are personally attended by the owner, Enrico. Home-made pasta. Generous potions. You feel at..."

J. Antonio Castro

"One of our favourite spots in the Waterkant. Their pastas are made fresh and are absolutely delicious. My Favorite is the 4 P’s and the truffle..."

Nancy Nangle

"The restaurant is conveniently located in De Waterkant and gives off authentic traditional Italian vibes. The food is outstanding. The pasta is..."

Matthew Roos

"Great little place to get some real Italian pasta for a grate price. The owner is very nice and the staff is attentive. I had the 4 P's bianco which..."

DuckyFN

"This is a quaint Italian style restaurant with very few seats so getting a reservation was a bit tricky but it was so worth it! The space is really..."

Mugisha Hakizimana

"We stayed in an VBRO about a block away from the restaurant. The home owner happened to be Italian and when we asked for recommendations for where to..."

Noah Vaughan

"Best pasta I had in my life, all home made with the best flavors. A gem of a little hidden restaurant near Bo- Kaap. Will most certainly be..."

Chanel Van der Westhuizen

"We struggled to find the place, Google Maps did not much help because we didn't realise that it was upstairs. Sadly, the veal hadn't yet been..."

Maurice Meyer

"A fantastic place to eat in Cape Town, highly recommend you plan in advance and make a reservation here as it’s a smaller place! I had 4Ps bianco..."

Kelly Robinson

"Amazing restaurant and service. The owner is very friendly his name is Enrico. For starters we had octopus carpaccio and veg buratta. We had da Luca..."

Yajna Gold

"Food was good. I went there by myself and i for me the service was a little too inattentive. But I would definitely recommend to go there. But better..."

Florian Tschurtschenthaler

"This is a great little authentic Italian restaurant, it deserves all the accolades it receives. The pasta dishes are delectable, freshly made and..."

Stéfan de Beer

"Another OMG hidden gem. Italian food at its best from starter to desert. Our party group had an exclusive experience. Balanced flavours a must try..."

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Addis In Cape Ethiopian Restaurant

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"Great service, very understated and friendly. I loved the food and presentation. A very full and satisfying..."

Sathia

"Definitely worth a visit to try a new cuisine but I'm unsure Addis in Cape is a must visit if you are on a short visit to Cape Town. My boys who..."

John Public

"A wonderful and hopefully authentic experienceA meal great for sharing with friends and enjoying casual company. Fun flavors to widen your..."

Kudzai Sachikonye

"What a fantastic experience!! The atmosphere is so authentic, with friendly staff telling you stories about the Ethiopian traditions and experiences...."

Jomari Steyn

"I loved it!!! Amazing vibe, beautiful location and service. One of my favourite in CT!! It is definitely my favourite african "authentic" restaurant...."

Benedetta Giugliano

"We love discovering "new" places and cuisines and Addis was one of those golden finds (Thanks Entertainer!)From the get go I was in awe of..."

Lucinda Villain

"Great food, nice music downstairs, great deals and what I like to think is an authentic Ethiopian vibe - I've never been so I can't be sure. Everyone..."

Nqobile Msibi

"Great authentic Ethiopian cuisine, a unique dinning experience. Communal eating, great for family and groups of friends. ✨👌🏾 great range of..."

Mpho Makwana

"It was a good experience trying out the Ethiopian cuisine. The place had Ethiopian feel with the seating arrangement and serving in the traditional..."

3 Spoons

"A wonderful dining experience under dimly lit lights with a nice decor and a great ambience.The staff is courteous and takes all the pain to..."

Suvendu Pattanaik

"Been at Addis in Cape a few times, most recently yesterday. I love Ethiopian food and must say that AiC is excellent. The set menu is a good deal and..."

Carlos

"Addis CapeI’ve always considered myself an adventurous eater, so when I received the invitation to dine at Addis in Cape, an authentic..."

Mario Arendse

"Such a peaceful relaxed vibe on such a busy cape Town street. Food is to die for, a completely different eating experience to your normal..."

Kyla De Bruyn

"High class service! Definitely recommend ordering the Set Menu which includes a starter, 8 pre-selected main dishes, coffee/tea and desert. Its a..."

Jessica Lew-Muñoz

"Truly an authentic Ethiopian experience from the decor to the food. We enjoyed our meal seated at a small circular table. When the food came, it was..."

Anuschka Wischnewski

"Addis is an experience in itself. The staff are so great and knowledgeable and really add to the whole thing. Don't expect to be seated at..."

Jess Abrams

"Addis in Cape has an extensive gluten-free menu. The aromatic flavours of the herbs and spices, combined with the fantastic service, is a real..."

Jennifer Van Riet

"For people trying Ethiopian cuisine for the first time please go for the set menu to get a taste of everything. The concept is very interesting. They..."

Nilanjan Dev

"I keep going back! From never having tried Ethiopian food to wishing I could go home and make it, Addis in Cape really gives you an authentic..."

Nikita Cloete

"Have eaten here twice and have enjoyed the experience both times. Such an amazing authentic spot serving up good quality food. Portion sizes are..."

Claire Victoria Henderson

"This is a place we just keep coming back to. The atmosphere is sumptuous and the food even more so. Even the aromas in the restaurant will tantalize..."

Popsi

"My boyfriend travels to Ethiopia often and could not wait to share the experience with me.On arrival you are greeted with friendly staff..."

Cambré Acker

"Very interesting place to say the least! Service is outstanding and food is very tasty. I loved the experience and the story behind this place. A..."

Chantelle Lamusse

"This is one of my favourate places to eat. Iv walked numerous times past it in the CBD but never tried it out. After my first encounter I kept going..."

Shauny D Foodie

"If you haven't had Ethiopian food, don't worry.The staff are very helpful and completely make you comfortable as if you are at their home...."

Shoaib Ahmed

"Wonderful and authentic! Great food. Friendly and helpful waiters. As a coeliac it's always a mission eating out ! I ate everything ! No gluten in..."

WN Van Tonder

"We were dragged into this place by friends and I'm really glad they brought us. I've tried Ethiopian food before and never liked it much, but addis..."

Charné

"I love exploring diverse terrains and when it comes to food, I’m fussy – but not at the cost of my curiosity. The experience I had at the Addis..."

Raeesa Naik

"I always appreciate a dining experience that is more than just eating, and you get this here! From the get go, we got a warm welcome. The tables..."

Megan Bellinger

"The whole experience at this place is incredible, from the wonderful starters, incredibly tasty main courses and baklava and lemon sorbet to die for,..."

Kelly Boekhout

"One of my best restaurant experiences to date. Awesome service, great food. The waiters really go the extra mile to make you feel special and..."

Johnelle Olivier

"Wow! I don't even know where to begin. Our parents came to visit and we wanted to experience something new and different. Not Burgers or Pizza...."

Mariska Hasi Muller

"I have been wanting to visit this little place for so long, and finally the day has arrived! Myself and my partner went for lunch, and we..."

Juanita Rene Stears

"I was a bit sceptical because of the fact that I purchased a Groupon to go here (the expectation is that most restaurants skims off on service and..."

Ivanna Abigail Kemp

"This is a very interesting place that I didn't even know existed. You eat these pancake like rolls which you roll of by hand, use as a pocket and..."

LeMarc Gouws

"We've been dying to try Ethiopian food in Cape Town and jumped at the chance when we saw a Groupon for Addis. I had always heard great things about..."

Tafel Vir Twee

"Looking for something different?This is the spot. A completely different dining experience where food is served the authentic Ethiopian..."

JotterJo

"As always a great experience - good food, wonderful service and a relaxed atmosphere! Try the platters/combos and the Ethiopian Honey Wine...."

Audri Wolf

"Addis in Cape effortlessly transports diners to Ethiopia for a taste sensation. A great atmosphere is created by the friendly staff and local music..."

Nicholas Hochfelden

"What a treat! I love how different this restaurant is. The food is delicious, and sharing a meal on a giant "bread" plate between you is fun and..."

Jaclyn Woods

"What a lovely setting and atmosphere. I loved that it really felt different to most places. The food is truly authentic and very tasty. The flavours..."

Melissa Delport

"Loved this place! It creates a real authentic Ethiopian feel, the staff are super friendly and helpfull to 1st timers. The food is DELICIOUS!!! We..."

Leraine Boshoff

"Went here with a group of friends and at the waiter's recommendation we all took the set menu at R255. The set menu included a starter, dessert and..."

Monique Van Tonder

"Amazing atmosphere. They're lunch menu is great. It's a 6 meal combination. It's super filling and has so many interesting flavours. The whole..."

Lu Cas

"Had my birthday dinner at Addis in Cape. I love Ethiopian food and have tried this cuisine in many restaurants in the US and Europe. This was my..."

Dipäyän

"Unique experience at Addis. Traditional Ethiopian eating was a new and different experience. Tasty food and good service. They also have a wide range..."

Stephanie Manne

"Excellent. It was so good that I overate :-) Really good Ethiopian coffee as well. Ambience was basic, but I guess true to the theme. I..."

Jitin Nagpal

"The food and atmosphere was absolutely amazing and introduced me to a whole culture I knew next to nothing about. The ritual of hand washing felt so..."

Celine Jansen Van Rensburg

"Had the pleasure of having my first Ethiopian meal at Addis. My palette gets excited by the idea of having different textures and types of food in..."

Khosi Nkambule

"After a missing reservation (we called twice to confirm numbers) I really enjoyed this mostly authentic experience. They offer an extensive and..."

Nicole Sochen

"Had a mixed platter, really loved the lentils and chickpeas. amazing sorbet, great coffee served with popcorn. Nice ambience and very friendly..."

Erin Coe

"My friends and I stumbled upon Addis in Cape whilst strolling down Long Street in search of a dinner venue. Being Joburg natives, we were completely..."

Thirusha Reddy

"Wow!! What an amazing experience! The food is awesome, it really becomes a family affair when everything you eat gets served on one dish and you..."

Adi Van Breda

"The service is always great! They know what they are talking about. I could take my own wine, no problem! The food is always great. Spice and fresh...."

Beverley Du Plessis

"This place is quite a lovely experience. From sitting down in low chairs to washing your hands to the coffee ceremony. The staff are friendly. The..."

Lianie De Kock

"This place is a place which takes you to places, do spend some time to read through the menu although the waiter will recite it for you. You must try..."

Hannah T3

"Well. We have had a wonderful server, Michael! He's truly a treasure! He explained.The entire process of the food and after we chose our platters..."

Charlotte Snyman

"An absolutely fantastic experience! I'm not usually one to experiment with exotic cuisines, but this was definitely a chance worth taking! I..."

Bronwyn Coltman

"It might look like this is on the expensive side given the area, but it is worth it! Great ambiance and great food. Totally recommend the prawns,..."

Caio.simoes

"Such an amazing authentic experience, the food was delicious and the service was excellent! Try the 3 course set menu. Highly recommend going with a..."

Claire Sharwood

"Wow wow wow! The food was amazing and the service even better. Definitely worth the try if you are in the mood for something new. Coffee ceremony..."

Michelle Sampson

"For an authentic experience Addis must be on your list. Start with their honey wine which would be deliceous with lemon and soda or as a base for a..."

Debbie Bergmann-harris

"I would recommend to make a booking as it gets quite busy, being popular with tourists and locals alike. The food is very delicious and authentic..."

Mademoiselle Nomad

"It's a great authentic Ethiopian restaurant. The experience and food is great! It's meant to be enjoyed with friends. Just don't accept a "free" wine..."

Mseezy Mcanyana

"Hey everyoneWent here on a double date on a Friday night. It was busy but we didn't need a booking. The staff are super helpful, which is..."

Dylan Thomas

"Great food and authentic ambiance. I have been to the one in Dar Es Salaam and fell in love with the concept and food. The Cape Town restaurant,..."

Dishen Govender

"If you're looking for an authentic evening with that something special, Addis will not let you down. Seated around knee level tables on authentic..."

Dale Bedford

"Really fun and social, great to go as a group. The waiters perform typical Ethiopian "rituals," You literally eat your plate - the food is served..."

Annemie Rabie

"A friend and I were once walking around this area and stumbled upon this brilliant little hideaway! We were transported to another country with their..."

Sianmckb

"High end Ethiopian food. Great atmosphere, very well-prepared food and the staff is friendly. Food is served quickly and the portions are..."

Kyle Kapital

"You can't eat the table but you can eat the plate (a sponge-like pancake).A complete and genuine cultural experience with tasty traditional food..."

Georgie Lockwood

"UPDATED NOVEMBER 2016:Addis remains consistently good, and we try to visit it whenever we're in CT. Favourites are the shimbera asa wot, misir..."

Grant & Sam

"Having a meal at Addis entails a whole lot more than just filling your empty belly. As you enter the restaurant, the aroma of frankincense fills the..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"This place is boss. The ambiance is very relaxed. Clearly, the decor team put a lot into making the place what it is. The service is excellent. The..."

Lewis Vusumuzi Dube

"I have been to their sister venue in Dar es Salaam (Addis in Dar) - this one in Cape Town's central City Bowl area is equally good, if not better...."

Suhail Sameer

"Lovely food, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff! Was wonderful to see Senait again after seeing her last year at Addis in Dar! Highly..."

Anzelle Johnson

"I am well acquainted with their sister restaurant in Dar es Salaam - Addis in Dar - so was quite pleased to be invited to the Cape Town version. The..."

Jonathan Keytel

"Halaal FriendlyVegetarian and Meat optionstl;dr: good food, wonderful ambience.The food is a communal experience, and is..."

Irfaan Imamdin

"As an African cuisine rookie, I went for the no-brainer, try-a-bit-of-everything set menu - the starter and main meal were as delicious as they were..."

Mishka Latib

"Took some friends who were new to Ethiopian food and we were all well pleased with the the experience. Nice funky atmosphere, good service (if a..."

Steve Barak

"Good service, nice atmosphere, interesting decor.Food is of good quality and communal eating experience is quite nice. A bit on..."

Christian

"Good decor, nice atmosphere, very central location, pleasant service. Overall, I thought the food was a bit pricey compared to other Ethiopian..."

Julie

"Overall excellent place and would definitely recommend it.Food is great! however their service can be lacking some times. Last time we were..."

Rahul Jain

"Totally new and unique experience and great to be able to taste another cuisine from..."

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