Papino's

Restaurant · Italian

No dishes marked gluten free13 can be made gluten free on request

76 dishesmenu read 5 Novpapinos.co.za

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Menu

Starters

  • Garlic SnailsR115

    Snails in traditional garlic butter sauces with toasted baguette slices

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pierre's PrawnsR115

    Prawns in a traditional garlic butter sauce, blue cheese, with toasted ciabatta slices

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

  • Steak TartareR140

    Hand-chopped raw beef fillets and all the traditional trimmings with toasted baguette slices. Mix it up how you like it!

    Likely gluten

  • Deep-fried CamembertR130

    Crumbed deep-fried camembert served with cranberry jelly and toasted baguette slices

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Prawn & Avo CocktailR135

    Prawns in a marie rose sauce with avocado

    Likely shellfish

  • CalamariR125

    Lightly dusted deep-fried calamari with tartar sauce

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Greek SaladR110

    Crisp lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onions, feta, olives and our special salad dressing

    Likely dairy

  • Caprese SaladR125

    Buffalo mozzarella, tomato, basil, olive oil and balsamic glaze

    Likely dairy

  • Caesar SaladR115

    Crisp fresh lettuce, parmesan shavings, anchovies, egg and croutons with Caesar dressing. Add chicken or bacon R35

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely eggLikely fish

  • Beef CarpaccioR140

    Served with rocket, parmesan shavings, olive oil, balsamic vinegar

    Likely dairy

  • Minestrone SoupR100

    Served with parmesan cheese and toasted French loaf

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Pizza

  • MargheritaR100

    Cheese and tomato

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • HawaiianR140

    Ham and pineapple

    Likely gluten

  • GrantlingR170

    Avo, bacon, mushroom and garlic

    Likely gluten

  • West CoastR170

    Anchovies, garlic and chilli with a side green salad

    Likely glutenLikely fish

  • Salami & MushroomR165

    Cheese, salami and mushroom

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • KaskaziR170

    Anchovies, garlic, chilli, bacon, feta and caramelised onions

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • The JacobR165

    Bacon, feta and avo

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Four CheesesR165

    Mozzarella, blue cheese, cheddar cheese and parmesan

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • FocacciaR80

    Garlic and herb

    Likely gluten

  • Real MexicanoR165

    Ground beef, onion, chilli and corn

    Likely gluten

  • FlammkuchenR165

    Sour cream, onion, bacon, garlic and herbs

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • PepperoniR165

    Cheese, tomato and pepperoni

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Calzone PizzaR195

    A calzone is a folded pizza, mozzarella and tomato included, add four ingredients

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Pasta

  • LasagneR180

    Pasta sheets layered with bolognese, béchamel and mozzarella cheese

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairy

  • Melenzane ParmigianaR180

    Baked eggplant, mozzarella, sugo and parmesan

    Likely dairy

  • Spaghetti BologneseR180

    What more can we say…

    Can be made free of gluten

  • Spaghetti CarbonaraR180

    Bacon, egg, parmesan cheese and cream

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Spaghetti Prima VeraR180

    Seasonal vegetables tossed up with spaghetti

    Can be made free of gluten

  • Spaghetti Aglio e Olio PeperoncinoR120

    Olive oil, garlic and chilli

    Can be made free of gluten

  • Spaghetti Alle VongoleR220

    Spaghetti with clams, a classic Italian pasta dish, perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed with clams, garlic, white wine, tomato base sauce.

    Can be made free of glutenLikely shellfish

  • Crayfish Pasta

    Crayfish pasta is a seafood pasta dish featuring tender crayfish sautéed with garlic, and herbs, then tossed with al dente pasta and a…

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely shellfish

Chicken & Fish

  • Catch of the Day

    Grilled fish served with chips and a side salad

    Likely fish

  • Fried CalamariR245

    Fried calamari served with chips and a side salad

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Grilled Chicken BreastR195

    BBQ flame-grilled chicken breast served with side of chips, carrots and spinach

Steaks

  • Rump or Sirloin SteakR195

    200g R195, 300g R235. Choice of side: chips, sweet potato chips, salad or carrots & spinach. Sauces R45 (black pepper, green pepper…

  • Fillet SteakR270

    200g R270, 300g R345. Choice of side: chips, sweet potato chips, salad or carrots & spinach

  • Ribeye Steak

    300g. Choice of side: chips, sweet potato chips, salad or carrots & spinach

  • Rump TrinchadoR240

    Rump steak grilled to perfection and topped with our flavourful trinchado sauce. 200g R240, 300g R280

  • Sirloin Steak Alla FlorentinaR245

    Grilled sirloin steak, sliced on top of spaghetti aglio e olio pepperoncino with rosa tomatoes

    Likely gluten

  • Hollandse BiefstukR300

    Honouring the past. Fillet pan-fried in butter and mushrooms, flambéed with cognac. 200g R300, 300g R370

    Likely dairy

  • Sirloin Steak with Café de Paris ButterR235

    200g R235, 300g R275. Our Café de Paris Butter contains more than 30 ingredients

    Likely dairy

  • Jolly Cook's Healthy SteakR255

    200g rump steak topped with chunky cottage cheese, avocado, and biltong powder, finished with a savoury biltong powder

    Likely dairy

Burgers

  • Bacon and Cheese BurgerR180

    100% pure beef patty (150gr), flame-grilled, on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce. Choice of side

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely sesame

  • The Boring BurgerR135

    One beef patty, no toppings. 100% pure beef patty (150gr), flame-grilled, on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    Likely glutenLikely sesame

  • Pepper Sauce BurgerR185

    100% pure beef patty (150gr), flame-grilled, on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    Likely glutenLikely sesame

  • Mushroom Sauce BurgerR185

    100% pure beef patty (150gr), flame-grilled, on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    Likely glutenLikely sesame

  • Chicken Fillet BurgerR145

    Chicken fillet on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    Likely glutenLikely sesame

  • Vegetarian BurgerR175

    Served on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely sesame

  • The Aidan BurgerR190

    Two beef patties, on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    Likely glutenLikely sesame

  • The Big BurgerR245

    Two beef patties, bacon and cheese, on a sesame bun with garnish and a secret burger sauce

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Gina's Bunless BurgerR175

    Beef patty, bacon, avo and cheese served on lettuce, tomato and onion

    Likely dairy

Extra Sides

  • ChipsR35
  • Sweet Potato ChipsR45
  • Side SaladR40
  • Carrots & SpinachR45

Desserts & Coffees

  • Waffles & Ice CreamR90

    Ouma Hannie's traditional waffles and syrup

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Ice Cream & Chocolate SauceR80

    Likely dairy

  • CheesecakeR85

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Malva PuddingR85

    Homemade malva pudding served with custard

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Apple Crumble & Ice CreamR95

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • TiramisuR100

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • AffogatoR115

    Scoop of ice cream topped with a shot espresso, amaretto and almond flakes

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

Kids menu

  • Chicken Strips & ChipsR95

    Likely gluten

  • Kids BolognaiseR85
  • Margherita PizzaR85

    Likely gluten

  • Burger & ChipsR100

    Likely gluten

Off the Menu

  • Pasta Alla PizzaiolaR180

    Tender pasta tossed in a rich aromatic tomato-based sauce with garlic, and oregano.

    Can be made free of gluten

  • Pasta Alla PuttanescaR185

    A bold and zesty Southern Italian classic tossed with garlic, capers, olives, anchovies, in a rich tomato sauce.

    Can be made free of glutenLikely fish

  • Spaghetti AlfredoR185

    Spaghetti in a creamy Parmesan sauce with mushrooms and ham – comfort food with a touch of indulgence.

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairy

  • Spaghetti PestoR185

    Spaghetti tossed in a vibrant basil pesto made with fresh herbs, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan – a fresh, fragrant taste of Italy.

    Can be made free of glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Spaghetti BroccoliR185

    Spaghetti tossed with tender broccoli florets, garlic, olive oil, anchovies, and a touch of chili – simple, bold, and bursting with flavor.

    Can be made free of glutenLikely fish

  • Chicken MilaneseR195

    Golden crumbed chicken breasts, pan-fried until crispy and served with your choice of creamy mushroom or pepper sauce, paired with chips or…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Fillet ParmigianaR235

    Pan-seared beef fillet topped with Napolitana sauce, creamy béchamel, melted mozzarella, mushrooms and a lot of garlic, then oven-finished…

    Likely dairy

  • Bistecca BologneseR255

    Crumbed fillet steak topped with a rich Napolitana sauce, melted cheese, sautéed mushrooms, and a touch of garlic. Served with your choice…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Fillet PizzaiolaR255

    Pan-fried beef fillet smothered in a rich, aromatic tomato-based sauce with garlic and oregano, served over tender pasta.

    Can be made free of gluten

Good to know

Restaurant

  • No outdoor seatingOpenStreetMap, read 28 Jul 2026

Not known yet: dog friendly, kid friendly, kids menu, wheelchair access, vegetarian options, vegan options, high chairs, takes bookings, byo, baby change. Ask the venue.

Facts

FactDetail
Address, Western Cape
AreaCape Town
KindRestaurant · Italian
Phone+27 21 7904077
Websitepapinos.co.za
BookingOnline through Book online
Menu read5 Nov 2026 from papinos.co.za
MapOpen in Google Maps

What diners say

No diner ratings yet.

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 Papino's

Does Papino's have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, and 13 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 5 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Papino's coeliac friendly?

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.

What can be made gluten free at Papino's?

Lasagne (GF pasta +R20); Spaghetti Bolognese (GF pasta +R20); Spaghetti Carbonara (GF pasta +R20); Spaghetti Prima Vera (GF pasta +R20); Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Peperoncino (GF pasta +R20); Spaghetti Alle Vongole (GF pasta +R20).

Can I book Papino's online?

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

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