Trattoria Maranello

Restaurant · Italian

No dishes marked gluten free2 can be made gluten free on request

73 dishesmenu read 9 Novmaranellos.co.za

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Restaurant menu

Antipasti

  • Bruschetta RusticaR50

    Slices of homemade bread roasted and topped with chopped tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil and feta sprinkles

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Cassuola di Melanzane all ParmigianaR85

    Grilled slices of aubergine baked in tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella and parmigiano

    Likely dairy

  • Prosciutto e Frutta StagionaleR115

    Paper thin sliced Prosciutto di Parma, served with fresh seasonal fruit or avocado pear (if available)

  • Carpaccio di Manzo Affumicato su un Letto di RughettoR95

    Thin slices of hot-smoked beef chuck with fresh arugola, mushrooms and pink peppercorns, served with seasonal fruit chutney and naughty…

  • Fegatini all'DiavolaR75

    Chicken livers sautéed with onions, garlic, chilli, paprika, a dash of cream and flambéed with wine. Medium hot

    Likely dairy

  • Antipasto dello Chef (for two)R195

    Chef's choice of imported and homemade Italian cold meats and cheeses, roasted and marinated vegetables, olives and sundried tomatoes…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Calamaretti alla GrigliaR95

    Tender baby squid sprinkled with secret seasoning, chilli and garlic, grilled, served with a lemon aioli for dipping

    Likely eggLikely shellfish

  • Trota di Salmone – Trio of Locally Sourced Ocean TroutR125

    Slices of ocean trout, in-house cold-smoked, sun-smoked and dill-cured, served on arugola with red onions, caperberries and white wasabi

    Likely fish

  • FocacciaR45

    Pizza bread with garlic, fresh rosemary, extra virgin olive oil and sea salt

    Likely gluten

  • Focaccia GrecaR50

    Pizza bread with onions, feta, fresh rosemary, extra olive oil and sea salt

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Bocconcino dal Lato – Vegetarian AntipastoR100

    Marinated olives, peppadews, fior di latte mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, caperberries, artichokes, avos (when available), grilled peppers…

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

Zuppe

  • Minestrone di VerdureR85

    Slightly roasted garden veggies, Borlotti beans, fine pasta and a piece of parmesan rind cooked in vegetable stock

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Brodetto di Pesce all ZafferanoR95

    Hearty Adriatic fish soup, Bouillabaisse style, with fresh mussels, line fish, prawns, shrimps, calamari, garlic, saffron and a hint of…

    Likely shellfishLikely fish

  • Vellutata di PomodoroR75

    Roasted Roma tomatoes cooked in tomato juice with fresh basil and a dash of cream

    Likely dairy

Insalate

  • Insalata CesareR75

    Romaine and mixed lettuce with parmesan cheese, homemade croutons, black pepper, cocktail tomatoes, cucumber and original Caesar dressing…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Insalata SardegnaR85

    Mixed peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, feta cheese and boiled egg on arugola topped with olives, caperberries and garlic bruschette…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Insalata della CasaR70

    Mesclun greens, olives, tomatoes, carrots and red onions in a creamy garlic vinaigrette

  • Insalata MonterossoR90

    Mesclun greens, mixed peppers, green beans, onions, potatoes, olives, boiled egg, tuna and anchovy fillets, mustard vinaigrette on the side

    Likely eggLikely fish

  • Insalata Caprese Fior di LatteR95

    Slices of fresh fior di latte mozzarella, vine ripened tomatoes, fresh basil and arugula, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil

    Likely dairy

  • Insalata MaranelloR95

    Mesclun greens, thinly sliced beef biltong, seasonal fruit, ovenroasted beetroot and butternut, rosa tomatoes, parmesan shavings and…

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

Primi Piatti - Pasta

  • Tagliolini Sciue Sciue (Hot)R110

    Diced tomatoes, rosa tomatoes, garlic, chilli, extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil. Tell your waiter if you like it hotter

    Likely gluten

  • Fettucini AlfredoR125

    Ribbon pasta with ham, fresh mushrooms and cream

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Lasagne al FornoR145

    Homemade pasta sheets layered with Bolognese and béchamel sauce, topped with parmesan and mozzarella, ovenbaked

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Penne alla MilaneseR135

    With sliced veal, artichokes, spring onions and sundried tomatoes in a brandy and saffron sauce

    Likely gluten

  • Tagliatelle al PestoR140

    Green ribbon pasta mixed with homemade basil pesto, fresh basil leaves, Parmigiano and roasted pine kernels

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • Gnocchi GorgonzolaR135

    Homemade potato dumplings with imported gorgonzola cheese and cream

    Likely dairy

  • Spaghetti alla VongoleR165

    Baby clams in and out of the shell, garlic, olive oil, chopped tomato, white wine and parsley

    Likely glutenLikely shellfish

  • Capelli d'Angelo al Trota di Salmone AffumicatoR125

    Angel hair pasta with thin slivers of smoked ocean trout and onions, brandy, tomato, a hint of chilli and a touch of cream. Not too hot

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Mafaldini al RaguR125

    Veal and beef mince, fine veggies, herbs and tomato, served with a wide ribbon pasta

    Likely gluten

  • Frutti di Mare alla FioreR170

    Freshly sautéed line fish, black Saldanha mussels, baby clams, calamari, shrimps and prawns in tomato and garlic served on linguini

    Likely glutenLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • Farfalle PavarottiR120

    Bow-tie pasta with sautéed chicken breast, garlic, chilli, pancetta, zucchini, sundried tomatoes, chicken stock and drizzled with basil…

    Likely glutenLikely nuts

  • Penne alla FegatiniR115

    Fresh chicken livers and chunky onions spiced with chilli, garlic and paprika, simmered in Marsala wine and cream, topped with fresh…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Porcini RisottoR160

    Riso Arborio-Superfino cooked al onda with fresh porcini mushrooms, white wine, spring onions, topped with sautéed wild mushrooms and…

Pizza

  • Quattro StagioniR140

    Ham, mushrooms, artichokes and black olives

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Mexicana (Medium Hot)R155

    Spiced beef mince, onions, fresh chilli, garlic, fresh arugola and homemade guacamole

    Likely gluten

  • Pollo alla Griglia (Medium Hot)R150

    Marinated chicken with garlic and chilli, mushrooms, roasted peppers and grilled aubergines, drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Marinara – Seafood Platter on a PizzaR185

    Fresh black Saldanha mussels, clams, prawns, fresh line fish, calamari, shrimps, garlic and herbs

    Likely glutenLikely shellfishLikely fish

  • VegetarianaR140

    Fresh peppers, artichokes, mushrooms, olives and fresh tomatoes

    Likely gluten

  • Calabrese (Medium Hot)R175

    Homemade meatballs from beef, lamb and pork, chilli, garlic, friarelli, guanciale, pork belly, peppadews, spring onions and spicy calabrese…

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • ProsciuttoR175

    Sundried tomatoes, spring onions, thin slices of imported Parma ham, fresh arugula and parmesan shavings

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • SalmoneR175

    Onions, capers, ricotta, white wasabi and house-smoked Saldana ocean trout

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely fish

  • Luigi – To Honour an Old FriendR155

    Bacon, mushrooms, garlic and fresh avocado

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Stromboli (Medium Hot)R160

    Double mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, black olives, calabrese salami and mixed peppers in an unusual fold-over

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • GorgonzolaR160

    Mushrooms, bacon, garlic, imported gorgonzola, peppadews and fresh spring onions

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Pizza Bianca (No Tomato Base)R175

    Garlic, rosemary, fior di latte mozzarella, balsamic caramelised onions, imported Parma ham, rocket and parmesan shavings

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • TonnoR160

    Garlic, home-preserved tuna, onions, capers and anchovy fillets

    Likely glutenLikely fish

  • CarbonaraR150

    Garlic, grated parmesan, egg yolks, black pepper, cocktail tomatoes, mushrooms, bacon and spring onions

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely egg

  • Margherita ClassicoR75

    With tomato, mozzarella, origanum and extra virgin olive oil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

Dolce e Gelati

  • Frutta del BoscoR70

    Warm berries of the forest with Frangelico, orange zest, roasted almonds and sago in a spicy gluehwein sauce, served with vanilla ice cream

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Tirami SuR65

    Finger biscuits soaked in espresso and brandy, layered with vanilla and lime-flavoured ricotta and cream, dusted with bitter cocoa

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Zabaglione (for Two)R120

    Mousse-like Marsala and egg foam, beaten al minuto on the stove and served warm with biscotti

    Likely egg

  • Lat BruléR60

    A poached vanilla cream with caramelised sugar crust

    Likely dairyLikely egg

  • Spaghetti NapoliR75

    Vanilla ice-cream, strawberry sauce, desiccated coconut and mint leaves

    Likely dairy

  • Cassata Siciliana OriginaleR80

    Old Sicilian recipe, not ice cream. Lemon and amaretto flavoured ricotta with glacé fruits, dark chocolate and caramelised almonds in pan…

    Likely glutenLikely dairyLikely nuts

  • After Dinner BitesR75

    Chocolate and almond cantuccini, homemade white and dark chocolate salami and a choice of liqueur for dipping

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Torta del Giorno

    Home baked cake. Some are gluten-free and sugar-free

    Can be made free of gluten

  • Gelato Casalinga

    Homemade ice-cream, various flavours. Add bitter sweet chocolate sauce for R25

    Likely dairy

  • Gorgonzola con FruttaR95

    Imported Italian gorgonzola cheese served with fresh fruit, homemade fruit preserve and walnuts on arugula

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

  • Piatto di FormaggioR160

    A variety of imported Italian and local South African cheeses served with fresh fruit, homemade fruit preserve and walnuts on arugula

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

Vegetarian and vegan menu

Antipasti e Zuppe

  • Cassuola di Melanzane all ParmigianaR58

    Grilled slices of aubergine baked in tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella and parmiggiano

    Likely dairy

  • Bocconcino dal Lato – Vegetarian AntipastoR95

    Marinated olives, peppadews, fior di latte mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, caperberries, artichokes, avos (when available), grilled peppers…

    VegetarianLikely glutenLikely dairy

  • Minestrone di VerdureR65

    Vegetable stock, fresh garden veggies roasted in olive oil, Borlotti beans and angelhair pasta

    Likely gluten

Insalate

  • Insalata Caprese con Mozzarella di BufalaR119

    Done with buffalo mozzarella, when available

    Likely dairy

Primi Piatti - Pasta

  • Lasagne al Forno VegetaleR115

    Homemade pasta sheets layered with spinach, butternut, mushrooms and béchamel sauce, topped with parmesan and mozzarella, ovenbaked

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Mafaldini GennaroR95

    Fresh garden vegetables simmered with garlic and onions in vegetable stock and cream, served with frilly ribbon pasta

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Gluten-Free PastaR25

    Gluten-free pasta

    Can be made free of gluten

Pizze

  • Quattro StagioniR129

    Mushrooms, artichokes, white asparagus and black olives

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Gorgonzola VegetaleR129

    Mushrooms, sundried tomatoes, garlic, imported gorgonzola, peppadews and fresh spring onions

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Margherita NeapolitanaR108

    Fior di latte mozzarella and fresh basil

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Vesuvio (2 Chillies)R112

    Spinach, garlic, mushrooms, ricotta and fresh chilli in a fold-over

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Quattro FormaggiR130

    Mozzarella, Parmigiano, Gorgonzola and Fontina

    Likely glutenLikely dairy

  • Margherita ClassicoR60

    With tomato, basil and extra virgin olive oil

    Likely gluten

Dolce e Gelati

  • Formaggio con FruttaR79

    Imported Italian gorgonzola or taleggio cheese served with fresh fruit, homemade fruit preserve and walnuts on arugola

    Likely dairyLikely nuts

What the menu saysVegetarian/vegan menu: gluten-free pasta available (R25) and gluten-free pizza base available for R25. Restaurant menu: 'Torta del giorno - some are gluten-free and sugar-free'. Pizza and pasta are otherwise made with wheat flour.
  • Vegetarian/vegan menu: gluten-free pasta available (R25) and gluten-free pizza base available for R25. Restaurant menu: 'Torta del giorno - some are gluten-free and sugar-free'. Pizza and pasta are otherwise made with wheat flour.
  • Restaurant menu: 'Desserts are homemade ... may contain traces of nuts.' Vegetarian/vegan menu: 'Please let us know about your allergies'; chef can adapt dishes for diabetic, gluten- or lactose-intolerant guests.

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Restaurant

Facts

FactDetail
Address, Western Cape
AreaCape Town
KindRestaurant · Italian
Websitemaranellos.co.za
Menu read9 Nov 2026 from maranellos.co.za
Hours
  • Monday9am–8pm
  • Tuesday9am–8pm
  • Wednesday9am–8pm
  • Thursday9am–8pm
  • Friday9am–8pm
  • Saturday9am–8pm
  • Sunday9am–8pm
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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 Trattoria Maranello

Does Trattoria Maranello have gluten-free options?

No dish is marked gluten free as served, and 2 more can be made gluten free on request, from the menu read 9 Nov 2026. Each dish shows whether the venue labelled it or it was read from the ingredients.

Is Trattoria Maranello coeliac friendly?

The venue notes: “Vegetarian/vegan menu: gluten-free pasta available (R25) and gluten-free pizza base available for R25.”. 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 Trattoria Maranello?

Torta del Giorno (Ask your waiter for the gluten-free cake of the day); Gluten-Free Pasta (gluten free pasta).

When is Trattoria Maranello open?

Monday: 9am–8pm. Tuesday: 9am–8pm. Wednesday: 9am–8pm. Thursday: 9am–8pm. Friday: 9am–8pm. Saturday: 9am–8pm. Sunday: 9am–8pm. Hours can change on public holidays; check with the venue.

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