Old Town Italy

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Breakfast menu (June 2026)

Colazione

  • Breakfast Tin

    Butter croissant, artisanal toast, bread sticks, jam and butter

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Classic Eggs BenedictR250

    Two poached eggs, English muffin, hollandaise sauce, wilted spinach and fresh chives

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Uova Sapiens

    Artisanal toast, scrambled eggs, mushrooms and tomatoes roasted in garlic and thyme

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Shakshuka

    Eggs baked and served in Mama's Pomodoro, lamb sausage, cannellini beans, peppers and onion. Served with artisanal toast

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Salmon Trout Avocado Toast

    Artisanal toast topped with avocado, poached egg, smoked salmon trout, rocket, oven-dried tomato, dill oil and chilli flakes

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely fish

  • Avocado Crush

    Crushed avocado on artisanal toast, poached egg, fresh chilli and rocket

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Sicilian ScrambleR300

    Soft scrambled eggs with mozzarella, toasted sesame seeds, spinach on artisanal toast

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely sesame

  • Mushroom Ragu & Egg Toast

    Poached egg served on mushroom ragu, artisanal toast and rocket

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Breakfast Bun with Macon, Avocado and Fried Egg

    Macon, avocado and fried egg

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Breakfast Bun with Scrambled Egg, Avocado and Cream Cheese

    Scrambled egg, avocado and cream cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • L'Omelette

    3 egg omelette or egg white with mozzarella cheese, served with toasted artisanal bread

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Warm Oats

    Classic cinnamon warm oats served with honey, berries and banana

  • French Toast

    French toast served with macon, lemon cream cheese and maple flavoured syrup

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Filled Croissant with Macon and Cheese

    Croissant filled with macon and cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Filled Croissant with Jam and CheeseR280

    Croissant filled with jam and cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Main menu (June 2026)

Starters

  • Rustico Bread BasketR300

    Lightly toasted ciabatta, basil pesto, olive tapenade and butter

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Mozzarella in Carrozza

    Crispy mozzarella toasted sandwich served with basil pesto

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Beef Carpaccio

    Served with roasted garlic aioli, gremolata, shaved Parmesan, fresh rocket and extra virgin olive oil

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Homemade Roasted Butternut Ravioli

    With crispy sage, brown butter and wilted spinach

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Polpette

    Three meatballs cooked in Mama's Pomodoro sauce, topped with mozzarella and basil

    Likely dairy

Sandwiches

  • Panini Smoked Salmon Trout

    Smoked salmon trout served with cream cheese, pickled red onion and capers

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Club Sandwich

    Chicken fillet, macon, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomatoes, mature white cheddar served on ciabatta

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Shrimp Bun

    De-shelled shrimps, Japanese mayo, leeks served on a brioche bun

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely shellfish

  • Polpette Sandwich

    Meatballs cooked in Mama's Pomodoro sauce

    Likely gluten

  • The Bourdain

    Piadina with macon, garlic mayo, mustard, provolone and rocket

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • La Caponata

    Piadina with roasted aubergine, sundried tomato pesto, tomato, pine nuts, provolone and basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

Sides

  • Mussels

    Mussels, Mama's Pomodoro, coriander, garlic, zero alcohol white wine and cream

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Calamari Fritti

    Crispy fried calamari served with roasted garlic aioli

    Likely glutenLikely eggLikely shellfish

  • Zucchini FrittiR230

    Served with roasted garlic aioli

    Likely egg

  • Rustic FriesR210

    Served with roasted garlic aioli

    Likely egg

  • Creamy PolentaR190

    With garlic brown butter and toasted walnuts

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

Insalata

  • Caprese Side SaladR255

    Variation of heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, Fior Di Latte and fresh basil

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Charred Local GreensR230

    Tenderstem broccoli, baby leeks, sweet green beans, garlic brown butter and toasted almonds

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Insalata Verde

    Tenderstem broccoli, zucchini, cucumber ribbons, avocado, peas, feta with toasted pumpkin seeds, basil pesto and garlic aioli

    Likely dairyLikely nutsLikely egg

  • Caprese Classica

    Variation of heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, burrata and fresh basil

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Classic Caesar Salad

    Cos lettuce, soft poached egg, and herby croutons with Caesar dressing, anchovies and Parmesan shavings

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Pear & Gorgonzola Salad

    Mixed greens, creamy Gorgonzola dolcelatte, roasted walnuts and pear, served with a whole grain honey mustard dressing

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Cobb Salad

    Cos lettuce, cherry tomatoes, feta, sweetcorn, chicken, macon, boiled egg, sliced cucumber, avocado slices with wholegrain honey mustard…

    Likely dairyLikely egg

Desserts

  • Nonna's Italian Mess

    Crumbled meringue swirled in lemon curd cream with oat crumble

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Tiramisu

    Classic Italian Tiramisu

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Amaretto Panna Cotta

    Served with a coffee syrup and biscotti crumble

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Affogato

    Scoop of vanilla bean ice cream topped with a shot of hot espresso and biscotti

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Pasta

  • Penne con Pesto

    Basil pesto, toasted pine nuts and Parmesan shavings

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Tagliatelle del Pescatore

    A variation of fresh seafood (mussels, calamari and prawns) served with Mama's Pomodoro, chilli, fresh basil and lemon

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Pappardelle Ragu Bolognese

    Thick ribbon pasta with beef ragu bolognese, Parmesan and Mama's Pomodoro sauce

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Beef Lasagne al Forno

    Classic beef Bolognese lasagne

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Melanzane Parmigiana al Forno

    Baked layers of aubergine, Mama's Pomodoro with mozzarella and Grana Padano

    Likely dairy

  • Tagliatelle ai Funghi

    Thin ribbon pasta with a creamy mushroom, thyme and lemon ragu served with a side of your choice

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Penne con Pollo e Pesto

    Penne tossed with chicken, cream, bechamel sauce, basil pesto, chopped tomato, Grana Padano and fresh herbs

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Scaloppine di Pollo

    Scalloped chicken breast, mushroom, rosemary, aromatic cream served with tagliatelle

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Recco Classico

    Penne tossed with chicken in a mild curry spiced cream, Mama's Pomodoro, chilli and coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Gnocchi di PatateR265

    Handmade potato gnocchi served with your choice of sauce: Arrabiata, Bolognese, Gorgonzola or Pomodoro

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Penne Arrabiata

    Penne tossed in Arrabiata sauce, finished with grated Parmesan

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

    A classic Italian pasta of spaghetti tossed in olive oil, garlic and chilli

    Likely gluten

Secondi

  • Chicken Parmesan

    Crispy crumbed chicken fillet, Mama's Pomodoro and melted mozzarella served with a side of your choice

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Chicken Assagi

    Grilled chicken breast, roasted vegetables, peppadew and feta pesto, zucchini fritti and balsamic reduction

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Risotto ai Funghi

    Arborio rice cooked in mushroom ragu with lemon, thyme and Parmesan

    Free of glutenLikely dairy

  • Risotto Prawn

    Creamy risotto, prawns, Parmesan

    Likely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Risotto Butternut

    Roasted butternut, sage and Parmesan

    Likely dairy

  • Tagliata

    Served with sun-dried tomato, balsamic reduction, rocket, cherry tomatoes, spring onion, Parmesan and olive oil, with a side of your choice

    Likely dairy

  • Gamberi Arrabiata

    Pan fried giant prawns (x3) in a spicy Arrabiata sauce served with toasted ciabatta

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Calamari Fritti (main)

    Crispy fried calamari, served with roasted garlic aioli and a side of rustic fries

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Seared Salmon + Baby Veg

    Seared salmon fillet with a medley of baby vegetables and teriyaki sauce

    Likely fish

  • Octopus Romesco

    Grilled octopus with romesco sauce, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms and thyme

    Likely nutsLikely shellfish

  • Lobster GrilledR2

    Served with your choice of lemon butter or Mozambican sauce and served with your choice of side

    Likely shellfish

  • Seafood PlatterR2

    Shelled giant prawns (x3) served with lemon butter or Mozambican sauce, grilled or fried catch of the day, grilled or fried calamari…

    Likely dairyLikely shellfishLikely fish

Burgers

  • Old Town Hamburger

    With grilled onion, provolone, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, gherkins and a side of rustic fries

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Steaks

  • Bistecca alla GrigliaR300

    Served with a choice of side

  • Combo Classico

    Beef fillet 300g and prawns 2500; beef sirloin 300g with calamari fritti 2400; calamari fritti and prawns 2000

    Likely shellfish

Pizza

  • Focaccia

    Garlic, rosemary and olive oil; or with mozzarella and onion; or with mozzarella, tomato slices and basil pesto

    Likely glutenLikely nuts

  • Margherita

    Napoli and basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Giardino

    Napoli, Fior Di Latte, spinach, kalamata olives, charred globe artichokes, marinated peppers, and fresh chilli

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Giorgio

    Napoli, Fior Di Latte, beef macon, feta and avocado

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Mexicana

    Napoli, spicy mince, avocado, chilli, cream cheese and coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Diavola

    Napoli, beef sausage, red onion and roasted pepper

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Breakfast menu (September 2026)

Colazione

  • Ciabatta BrûléeR125

    Thick-cut ciabatta French toast caramelised with a crisp brûléed sugar crust, topped with silky vanilla custard and fresh seasonal berries…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Chicken Caesar StackR150

    Golden crumbed chicken breast, grilled baby gem lettuce, perfectly poached eggs, shaved Pecorino Romano and silky Caesar hollandaise

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Filled Croissant with Bacon and CheeseR79

    Croissant filled with bacon and cheese

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Main menu (September 2026)

Starters

  • Chicken CroquettesR75

    Handmade chicken croquette with summer slaw and Dijon mustard

    Likely glutenLikely egg

  • Fegatini PiccanteR85

    Peri-Peri livers served with garlic rubbed bruschetta

    Likely gluten

  • Mare Siciliano (starter)R120

    House-made prawn tortellini served in a paprika seafood sauce, finished with basil oil and a lemon-Parmesan pangrattato

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely shellfish

  • Fiore di FirenzeR120

    Grilled artichoke hearts, whipped cream cheese, lemon pangrattato, Parmesan, basil oil and fresh basil leaves

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Insalata

  • Insalata di MareR220

    Calamari, prawns and mussels tossed with crisp baby gem lettuce, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion and parsley, finished with a lemon…

    Likely shellfish

Pasta

  • Spaghetti CarbonaraR190

    Traditional Roman-style carbonara with pancetta, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Beef Short Rib TortelliniR195

    Handmade tortellini filled with tender short rib, cherry tomato, peas, fresh basil, Mama's Pomodoro and Parmesan

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Agnello dell'NonnaR288

    Slow-braised lamb ravioli in a rich red wine and Mama's pomodoro sauce, finished with fresh gremolata and shaved Parmesan

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Capellini d'AngeloR120

    Spaghetti pasta, smoked bacon, peas, cream, white wine, zucchini strips, garlic, Italian herbs and Grana Padano

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Mare Siciliano (pasta)R185

    House-made prawn tortellini served in a paprika seafood sauce, finished with basil oil and a lemon-Parmesan pangrattato

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely shellfish

Mains

  • Pollo LimoneR155

    Grilled chicken breast served in a creamy lemon, caper and parsley butter sauce. Choice of rustic chips, creamy mash or side salad

    Likely dairy

  • Pork CotolettaR260

    Golden crumbed pork loin chop finished with honey, Dijon mustard and sage butter. Choice of rustic chips, creamy mash or side salad

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Beef Fillet PizzaiolaR275

    Grilled beef fillet finished with rich Mama's Pizzaiola sauce. Choice of rustic chips, creamy mash or side salad

  • Gamberi ArrabbiataR165

    Pan-fried prawns in spicy Arrabiata sauce served with toasted ciabatta

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

Burgers

  • The Lambfather Smash BurgerR190

    Twin BBQ-glazed smashed lamb patties topped with grilled onion, Edam cheese, pickled jalapeños and roasted garlic aioli on a toasted…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

Pizza

  • FarinataR100

    Genovese chickpea flour pizza with olive oil, chilli and rocket

    Free of gluten

  • CapricciosaR235

    Napoli, Fior di Latte, charred globe artichokes, kalamata olives, and prosciutto cotto

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • MartesanaR205

    Napoli, Fior di Latte, Old Town style pepperoni, gorgonzola and red onion marmalade

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Il CorvoR209

    Napoli, bacon, brie and red onion marmalade

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Siciliana (for the salt lovers)R195

    Napoli, anchovies, olives, capers and Parmesan

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • MessicanaR235

    Napoli, spicy mince, avocado, chilli, cream cheese and coriander

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

What the menu saysAll our food items are prepared in a kitchen where nuts, dairy products, wheat gluten, egg and soya are used.
  • All our food items are prepared in a kitchen where nuts, dairy products, wheat gluten, egg and soya are used.

Good to know

Café

Not known yet: dog friendly, outdoor seating, wheelchair access, vegan options, high chairs, takes bookings, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

FactDetail
Address, Western Cape
AreaCape Town
KindRestaurant · Italian
Phone+27 21 569 3784
Websiteoldtown.co.za
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read5 Nov 2026 from oldtown.co.za
Hours
  • Monday9am–10pm
  • Tuesday9am–10pm
  • Wednesday9am–10pm
  • Thursday9am–10pm
  • Friday9am–10pm
  • Saturday9am–10pm
  • Sunday9am–10pm
MapOpen in Google Maps

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Ratings are diners’ own experience. They don’t make a dish safe; neither do we.

Where this comes from

Allergen answers come from the menu’s labels first, then the listed ingredients, then a model’s judgement checked when unsure. How allergen status is decided.

Questions about Old Town Italy

Does Old Town Italy have gluten-free options?

Yes: 2 dishes are gluten free as served, from the menu read 5 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Old Town Italy coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “All our food items are prepared in a kitchen where nuts, dairy products, wheat gluten, egg and soya are used.”. Eatcrush reads each venue’s own menu and says where every answer came from. It never calls a dish safe: kitchens share fryers, boards and flour, and menus change. If you have coeliac disease or an allergy, confirm with staff before you order.

When is Old Town Italy open?

Monday: 9am–10pm. Tuesday: 9am–10pm. Wednesday: 9am–10pm. Thursday: 9am–10pm. Friday: 9am–10pm. Saturday: 9am–10pm. Sunday: 9am–10pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

Can I book Old Town Italy online?

Yes, through Book online: https://oldtown.co.za/reservations/

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