The cuisine is inspired from Café del Sol Classico in Olivedale, where the brand first sunk its roots into the hearts of Johannesburg diners. Daily specials include tender pasta pockets of ravioli stuffed with roasted butternut and served with crispy sage and beurre noisette, as well as freshly picked spinach and smooth ricotta with a hint of nutmeg in a perfectly balanced Napolitana sauce and a dash of cream. Items that are always on the specials menu, but are in limited supply include crispy squid heads with aïoli and the hand-crafted fluffy potato gnocchi with your choice of sauce.
There’s a lunchtime selection of exciting salads. Various mains include handmade pastas, traditional Italian meat dishes and the house specialty of porcini roasted chicken.
The à la carte menu is extensive. The perfectly prepared risottos are a testimony to the exceptional skills of the establishment. There’s a wood-fired pizza offering on the menu, which is mouthwatering and offers a selection of creative thin-based superb pizzas. Try the pizza Parma, which is piled high with peppery crisp rocket, thin slices of Parma ham and drizzled with truffle oil. Then treat yourself by adding extra avocado to really round it off.
All pastries, cakes and desserts are made from scratch with a lot of skill. For guests who would like to simply pop in for a sweet treat, the coffee is sublime and is a worthwhile accompaniment to taste the offerings.
Drinks
The wine list is fabulous, with a variety of excellent local and international flagship wines on offer. There’s a selection of wines for every palate on offer, at various price points. The staff are not very educated about the wine list but be bold, selective and creative in your selection and you shouldn’t go too wrong. There are also fabulous spirits, beers and cocktails on offer for those who would rather go another route.
Service
The service is great. The waitrons are attentive and fun and the hostess is always on the floor, adding a great energy to the environment. The bar is exceptional, with a brilliant crew of barmen making it a fun-filled evening all around.
Ambience
There are gorgeous views plus natural décor, an outdoor-indoor set-up, easy access to the bar and a lovely, easy-going energy.
Best for…
Anything from casual get-togethers to romantic dinners. A true all-rounder.
(2018)
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User reviews
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Necromancer Michael
★★★★★
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Toni Suddes
★★★★★
Always delicious food and warm and wonderful service.
Kevin Levy
★★★★★
Andrew Harding
★★★★★
Extremely disappointed. Given that I consider this a high end restaurant it was unacceptable that they couldn't manage the impact of the sudden cold snap. First off, seating people in what would normally be the outside area without ensuring that there was gas available for their heaters was a mistake. Relying on the small overhead heaters to compensate for a bitterly cold wind whistling through gaps in the doors and windows was just not thought through. The management and staff seemed to be unable to make a decision or plan to organise gas or alternative arrangements. We requested blankets or something that would have made things at least bearable but after nearly 45 minutes of staff just faffing around we decided to leave. I won't be in a hurry to return as we were extremely disappointed by the service and lack of professionalism.
Carolina Hope
★★★★★
Lungie was fantastic and every time we come it’s spot on. Congrats to your whole team. Best pizza I have had in years.
