Al Firenze has been a local favorite since 1990, in the heart of La Lucia. Savor freshly made, incredibly affordable Italian-inspired dishes and get a flavor of authentic Italy in a laid-back, friendly atmosphere. The interior design is modest but lovely, with hardwood tables and chairs providing warmth. Prices are fair, with mains starting at R200 or more.

Al Firenze is a hidden gem worth finding; it’s situated in the center of Umhlanga. One of the unique characteristics is the outdoor seating, which is ideal for hot summer evenings. The beef ravioli, Hawaiian pizza, and seafood spaghetti are a few of the menu’s best items.

Tossed in a thick tomato sauce, the seafood pasta has a delectable blend of fresh prawns, calamari, and mussels. Porcini mushrooms give a traditional dish like beef ravioli a gourmet touch. Pizza lovers will love Hawaiian, a crunchy, wood-fired dough topped with luscious pineapple and ham.

Al Firenze serves delicious meals and beautiful beverages like the traditional Negroni and the reviving Aperol Spritz. Coke, Sprite, and Fanta are among the soft drink options; a selection of Italian and South African reds and white wines are available on the wine list. Al Firenze is a place for anyone seeking real Italian food in a casual, friendly setting.

Starters

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Artichokes al FirenzeBaked in our woodfire oven with Parmesan & garlicR92.00
Calamari St. GrilledPatagonia tubes & tentacles seasoned & grilled with garlic & fresh lemonR115.00
Focaccia – Mozzarella & OnionMozzarella & onionR82.00
Melanzane ParmigianaLayers of brinjal, napoletana sauce & mozzarella. Baked in our wood fire ovenR96.00
Melanzane RostiRoasted brinjal slices marinated in olive oil, vinegar, garlic & chiliR120.00
TrifolatiSliced wild porcini mushrooms sautéed with olive oil, garlic & parsleyR125.00
Focaccia – Garlic & HerbGarlic & herbR65.00
Focaccia – Feta & OlivesFeta & olivesR82.00
Melanzane ParmigianaLayers of brinjal, napoletana sauce & mozzarella. Baked in our wood fire ovenR96.00
Melanzane RostiRoasted brinjal slices marinated in olive oil, vinegar, garlic & chiliR120.00
Cheesy FocacciaFocaccia full of cheeseR78.00
Fegatini di PolloChicken livers did in Napoletana sauce, a touch of chili & cream. Served with French loaf slicesR88.00
Greek SaladMixed greens, cucumber & fetaR85.00
Roquefort SaladFresh greens, cucumber, tomato & Roquefort cheeseR120.00
Italiana SaladFresh greens, cucumber, tomato & mozzarella cheeseR80.00

Salads

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Greek SaladCucumber, green pepper, red onion, olives, tomato & feta cheeseR82.00
Italiana SaladFresh greens, cucumber, tomato & mozzarella cheeseR80.00
Roquefort SaladFresh greens, cucumber, tomato & Roquefort cheeseR120.00
San Marino SaladFresh greens, cucumber, avo, feta & seasoned deep-fried calamari tubesR150.00

Pizza

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Pepperoni PizzaMargherita + pepperoniR125.00
Pizza BuilderBuild your very own pizza with the toppings you preferR90.00
Margherita PizzaTomato, mozzarella & garlic. VR90.00
Hawaiian PizzaMargherita + pineapple & hamR120.00
Vegetarian PizzaMargherita + artichokes, mixed peppers, olives, asparagus & mushrooms. VR116.00
Cheesy FocacciaFocaccia full of cheeseR78.00
Napoletana PizzaMargherita + capers, anchovies, origanum & olivesR105.00
Brucciaculo PizzaMargherita + bolognese, pineapple, capers, onion & chiliR146.00
Mezzaluna PizzaMargherita + ham & mushroomR120.00
Quattro Stagioni PizzaMargherita + salami, artichokes, mushrooms & olivesR145.00
Marinara PizzaMargherita + prawn, mussels, calamari & capersR190.00
Tre Colore PizzaMargherita + bacon, avo & fetaR150.00
Natal PizzaMargherita + ham, prawn, banana & chiliR180.00
Veneziana PizzaMargherita + chicken, mushroom, red onion & chiliR146.00
Quattro Formaggi PizzaMargherita + gorgonzola, feta & emmentaler. VR140.00
Capone PizzaMargherita + parma ham, rocket & cherry tomatoesR160.00

Pasta

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Arrabiata PastaClassic Italian tomato base sauce flavored with fresh chiliesR92.00
CannelloniThree homemade spinach & egg pasta rolled with cheese. Topped with ham and baked with cheese sauce in our woodfire ovenR130.00
RosetteLayers of bolognese, pasta sheets, Napoletana & white sauce baked in our wood-fired ovenR130.00
Smoked Salmon PastaCreamy smoked salmon sauce with red onion & capersR170.00
Lasagna EmilianaClassic Italian tomato base sauce with optional cream or chili. VR135.00
Lasagna VegetarianaLayers of fresh vegetables, pasta, Napoletana & white sauce, baked in our wood-fired oven VR130.00
Napoletana PastaFresh prawn tails, calamari, mussels & clam tossed in your choice of Napoletana, aglio e olio, or creamy white sauce.R88.00
Bolognese PastaBeef mince, tomato, garlic, fresh chili & herbsR115.00
Polpette PastaHomemade meatballs slow-cooked in Napoletana sauceR130.00
Puttanesca PastaOlives, garlic, peppers, anchovies, capers & Napoletana sauceR135.00
Enrico’s Aglio e Olio PastaOlive oil, garlic, porcini mushroom, cherry tomatoes, baby marrow, olives, mushrooms & optional chili. VR120.00
Spaghetti CarbonaraEgg, cream & pancettaR148.00
Seafood PastaPasta hats filled with ricotta & spinach, topped with Napoletana or butter & fresh sage sauce. VR205.00
Spaghetti Langoustine TailsOut-the-shell langoustine tails with your choice of Napoletana or creamy white sauceR200.00
TortelloniPasta pillows filled with beef & topped with your choice of Napoletana or bolognese sauce.R125.00
RavioliPasta pillows filled with beef & topped with your choice of Napoletana or bolognese sauceR132.00 – R135.00
Risotto Funghi PorciniSimmered with slices of porcini mushrooms. VR150.00
Risotto SeafoodSimmered with prawn, calamari, mussels & clamsR205.00
Alfredo PastaTraditional creamy mushroom sauce with your choice of chicken or hamR120.00
Gnocchi Napoletana/BolognesePotato dumplings topped with your choice of Napoletana (V) or bolognese sauceR125.00 – R135.00
Gnocchi GorgonzolaPotato dumplings topped with gorgonzola sauce. VR150.00
Creamy PastaYour choice of pasta tossed in a creamy sauceR82.00

Mains

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Agnello (Lamb Cutlets) 300g300g lamb cutlet grilled & seasoned with fresh herbs. Comes with your choice of one side.R265.00
Agnello (Lamb Cutlets) 450g400g lamb cutlet grilled & seasoned with fresh herbs. Comes with your choice of one side.R355.00
Calamari Main GrilledPatagonia tubes seasoned with garlic & fresh lemon. Comes with your choice of one side.R215.00
Melanzane Parmigiana MainLayers of brinjal, napoletana sauce & mozzarella. Baked in our wood fire ovenR165.00
Pollo Alla Diavola – FullHalf-baby chicken flavored with peri-peri or lemon & herbs, grilled in our wood-fired oven. It comes with your choice of one sideR220.00
Pollo Alla Diavola – HalfHalf a grilled baby chicken (flavored with lemon & herb OR peri-peri) with four small queen prawns seasoned with garlic and herbs and grilled. Comes with your choice of one sideR160.00
Half Chicken & Prawn ComboHalf a grilled baby chicken (flavored with lemon & herb OR peri-peri) with four small queen prawns seasoned with garlic and herbs and grilled. It comes with your choice of one sideR310.00
Filetto ToscanaSeasoned & grilled. It comes with your choice of one sideR285.00
Queen PrawnsSeasoned & grilled, served on a bed of riceR380.00
King KlipSeasoned & grilled. It comes with your choice of one sideR260.00
Hake Grilled250g fillet steak seasoned & grilled to your taste. It comes with your choice of one sideR160.00
FilettoGrilled & smothered in a creamy mushroom, ham & herb sauce. It comes with your choice of one sideR268.00
Veal Piccata250g fillet steak seasoned & grilled to your taste in a creamy balsamic vinegar with Parma ham & topped with Parmigiano shavings. It comes with your choice of one sideR220.00
Veal Al LimoneDusted lightly in flour & herbs & grilled with fresh lemonR210.00

Bambino

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Bolognese Pasta BambinoBeef mince, tomato, garlic & fresh herbsR65.00
Creamy Pasta BambinoCreamy white sauceR60.00
Hawaiian Bambino PizzaMargherita + pineapple & hamR70.00
Margherita Bambino PizzaTomato, mozzarella & garlicR70.00
Mezaluna Bambino PizzaMargherita + ham & mushroomR70.00
Napoletana Pasta BambinoClassic Italian tomato base sauceR60.00
Bambino Chicken Strips & ChipsCrumbed chicken strips fried with chipsR70.00

Extras

ItemDescriptionPrice (R)
Arrabiata SauceClassic homemade Italian tomato base sauce flavored with fresh chiliR78.00
Mousse SliceChocolate & vanilla mousse layered on a thin chocolate cake baseR65.00
TiramisuHomemade classic made of mascarpone cheese, biscuit & espressoR70.00

Beverages

ItemPrice (R)
Coke 300mlR24.00
Coke Zero 300mlR20.00
Cream Soda 300mlR20.00
Grapetiser 330mlR20.00
Ice Tea Lemon Lipton 330mlR22.00
Ice Tea Peach Lipton 330mlR22.00
Sprite Zero 300mlR20.00
Appletiser 330mlR20.00
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