97 Best Italian Restaurants in Africa 2026

Cafe Árabe

$$$$ 184 Rue Mouassine, 40000, Marrakech

Italian European Mediterranean Moroccan Fine dining

You will be welcomed in a traditional environment with contemporary influences, in the heart of an intense and magical atmosphere, enchanting and fascinating—the perfect place to treat yourself to the luxury of relaxation with its Italian and Moroccan cuisine. Cafe Arabe, in the medina of Marrakech, has been a point of reference for tourists, friends, and people from all over the world for many years.

Pepe Nero

$$$$ 17 Derb Cherkaoui, 40000, Marrakech

Italian European Mediterranean Moroccan Fine dining

Pepe Nero Restaurant Marrakech is a place of flavours on a motion where the senses are constantly coddled, and Khalid and his team represent the same soul of a single ingredient. Excellent cooking, striving to always be precise in gestures, attentive to the oven, skilled with knives, a sharpened sense of smell, an eye to the market, uncompromising with the quality of ingredients and offering the perfect taste of Italian, European, Mediterranean, and Morrocan cuisines without any constraints or formalisms, with simplicity.

La Trattoria

$$$$ 179 Rue Mohammed El Beqal, 40000, Marrakech

Italian Fine dining Family Style Elegant & Chic

From the very beginning, La Trattoria has always celebrated Italian gastronomy. The lunches, garden lounge afternoons, and dinners are a true feast. The delicate cuisine echoes the refinement of the place. For couples, singles, friends & families!

Wood & Fire

$$$$ Veale St, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria, 0181, South Africa, 0181, Pretoria

Italian Casual Dining Pizzeria

The owners of Wood and Fire have come together with a diverse background with over 20 years of restaurant experience. They have united to develop a new concept combining authentic Italian-style cuisine featuring wood-burning pizza, homemade pasta, and traditional Italian specialties with a contemporary twist.

Café Del Sol Botanico

$$$$ Cnr William Nicol & Ballyclare Dr Bryanston Shopping Centre, Bryanston, 2021, Sandton

Italian European Casual Dining

Cafe del Sol Botanico is located right in the heart of Sandston, serving authentic Italian and European cuisines.

Talisman Restaurant

$$$ Ngong Rd,, 00502, Karen, Nairobi

Italian European Fine dining Elegant & Chic

Nestled in the heart of Nairobi's leafy Karen neighbourhood, Talisman Restaurant is an oasis of culinary delight. Offering a fusion of international flavours amidst the tranquil beauty of its surroundings, It welcomes guests with its charming ambience and warm hospitality. Step into the inviting space, where rustic elegance meets contemporary chic, creating a sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere. Prepare to embark on a gastronomic journey with the menu, showcasing diverse dishes inspired by global cuisines. From mouthwatering starters to sumptuous mains and indulgent desserts, each dish is crafted carefully and creatively, using the freshest seasonal ingredients. Indulge in the signature dishes, such as the succulent Grilled Beef Fillet or the flavorful Thai Green Curry, expertly prepared to tantalize your taste buds. Pair your meal with a selection from a carefully curated wine list featuring both local and international varietals, or choose from the range of handcrafted cocktails for the perfect accompaniment to your dining experience.

Caraffa Restaurant

$$$$ 46 Selati St &, Garsfontein Rd, Alphen Park, 0081, Pretoria

Italian European Casual Dining Pizzeria

Caraffa Restaurant is located right in the heart of Garsfontein Rd, Alphen Park, in Pretoria, the restaurant houses an authentic, rich atmosphere, crafted with care, love, and devotion serving delicious Italian and European cuisines.

Roma Revolving Restaurant

$$$$ 32 John Ross House, Jonsson Ln, 4001, Durban

Italian European Casual Dining

This legendary exclusive revolving restaurant was officially opened in February 1973. Roma Revolving Restaurant also boasts the unique feature, as two others do, of a revolving window and floor area! The restaurant is situated on the 32nd Level of the John Ross House, overlooking the whole of Durban and surrounding areas with excellent sea and bay views.

La Cucina Di Ciro

$$$$ 43 7th Ave, Parktown North, 2193, Johannesburg

Italian Casual Dining

In a society where everything is about the pace of modern living, sometimes we need to be reminded to take the time to enjoy our food while sitting around a dinner table.

Old Town Italy Umhlanga

$$$$ 39 Meridian Drive Umhlanga Rocks, 4319, Durban

Italian Mediterranean Casual Dining Pizzeria

Old Town Italy Umhlanga is an Italian-style deli and restaurant serving authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine.

Forti Grill And Bar - Time Square

$$$$ Time Square, 209 Aramist Avenue, Menlyn, 0010, Menlyn, Pretoria

Italian International European Mediterranean Fine dining

Forti Grill And Bar - Time Square is a contemporary Fine dining Italian Emphasis restaurant serving the finest Organic Meat, Fresh Fish, and Shellfish and a dedicated Pasta kitchen. Featuring Private dining rooms, an Outdoor terrace, and our Humidor and Wine Cellar.

Luca's Ristorante Italiano

$$$$ Rivonia Crossing Tree Court, No.3 Achter Rd, Sunninghill, 2191, Johannesburg

Italian Casual Dining Pizzeria

Lucca's Ristorante Italiano is located right in the heart of Johannesburg serving scrumptious Italian cuisines—the perfect place to enjoy a delicious taste of Italy.

Balducci

$$$$ Shop 6162, Victoria Wharf, V&A Waterfront, 8001, Cape Town

Italian Casual Dining

Balducci at the V & A Waterfront offers an unrivalled menu of simple, everyday home-cooked Italian dishes that reflect the most traditional elements of food and culinary styles. Simple Italian home-cooked food is prepared in a relaxed and stimulating style while being creative, traditional, and affordable.

Meloncino

$$$$ Shop 259, Upper Level, Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, V&A Waterfront, 8001, Cape Town

Italian European Mediterranean Fine dining

Meloncino – Ristorante, Bar, Pizzeria Italiano. Experience authentic Italian cuisine in Cape Town. Meloncino Restaurant opened at the V&A Waterfront, bringing a genuine Italian flavour to our shores. The modern and stylish decor creates an electric European vibe where one can sip cocktails and snack on canapes, nuts, and olives.

Mediterraneo Restaurant - Junction Mall

$$ Ngong Rd, Junction Shopping Centre, 00505, Ngong, Nairobi

Italian Casual Dining Pizzeria

Located in the heart of Nairobi's bustling Ngong Road neighbourhood, Mediterraneo Restaurant - Junction Mall offers a culinary journey through the flavours of the Mediterranean amidst the vibrant atmosphere of the city's premier shopping destination. Situated within the iconic Junction Mall, Mediterraneo Restaurant welcomes guests with its elegant and contemporary ambience, where modern design elements harmonize with Mediterranean-inspired decor, creating a stylish and inviting space. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our menu, which showcases Mediterranean cuisine's diverse and vibrant flavours. From fresh seafood dishes to flavorful pasta, succulent grilled meats, and vibrant salads, each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients and authentic recipes, transporting you to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean. Indulge in our signature dishes, such as the mouthwatering Seafood Linguine or the aromatic Grilled Lamb Chops, expertly prepared to satisfy even the most discerning palates. Pair your meal with a selection from our extensive wine list featuring a variety of Mediterranean varietals, or choose from our range of handcrafted cocktails for the perfect accompaniment to your dining experience.

Luwa Beach Restaurant

$$ Malindi Jacaranda, 80202, Watamu

Italian African International Fine dining Casual Dining Family Style Pizzeria

Luwa Restaurant is situated on the North Coast of Kenya, approximately 100km North of Mombasa and 10km South of Malindi, this stunning little escape boasts powder-white beaches bordering the crystal clear coral waters of the protected Watamu Marine Park. Serving both African and International cuisines, Seafood, and much more! With a stunning Sunbed, umbrella, setting, amazing Oceans view by Luwa beach, quite the paradise on Kenya’s coast!

Makuti Restaurant & Pizzeria

$$ Watamu Beach Road, 80202, Watamu

Italian African European Mediterranean Casual Dining

The restaurant is located on Watamu Beach Road, the main street of Watamu, it is a typical African restaurant, with dishes, Italian, European and African cuisines freshly and expertly prepared.

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