The concept for Old Town Italy was built around the idea of an authentic Italian food experience. The space was designed to rekindle an ‘old town essence,’ creating an atmosphere that promotes the impulse for purchasing throughout the dining experience and evokes a sense of history and romance, much like visiting an Italian marketplace.
The Old Town Italy restaurant is at the heart of the store, where friends, business colleagues, family, and people passing through stop to take it all in. The restaurant showcases our values, service, and belief in authentic Italian food. There is a constant flow in this area where you can grab a quick coffee or linger for a fresh breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Here is where you truly experience the feeling of Old Town with a sense of returning to old-school methods, artisanal cooking, and good service.
Their menu is authentically Italian yet flexible enough to stay updated with the latest health trends and food movements. They focus on Italian products but also source local products that align with our food philosophy. The menu includes authentic Italian dishes, cuts from our butchery grill section—fresh salads, panini / piadina, and hand-stretched Neapolitan pizza with real mozzarella.
The breakfast menu of Old Town Italy includes colazione items, coffee & hot beverages, teas, smoothies, and juices.
Colazione Breakfast
Breakfast Item
Description
Price (R)
Ovo Sapiens
Artisanal toast, scrambled eggs, tomato roasted in garlic and thyme, mushrooms, and bacon
R132
Shakshuka
Eggs are baked and served in Mama’s Pomodoro, chorizo sausage, cannellini beans, peppers, and onion. Served with artisanal toast
R163
Rustico (V)
Artisanal toast served with fresh sliced tomato, homemade hummus, crushed avocado, and cream cheese
R105
Salmon Trout Avocado Toast
Toasted rye topped with avocado, poached egg, smoked salmon trout, rocket, oven-dried tomato, dill oil, and chili flakes.
R155
Eggs are baked and served in Mama’s Pomodoro, chorizo sausage, cannellini beans, peppers, and onion. Served with artisanal toast
3 Egg omelet or egg white with mozzarella cheese, served with toasted artisanal bread
R85
Cauliflower Steak
Grilled cauliflower with rocket, poached eggs, feta, halloumi, and tomato chutney. Finished off with walnuts.
R140
Bears Benedict
Poached eggs are served with bacon, rocket, and basil béchamel sauce on artisanal toast.
R128
Sausage Breakfast (with Lamb)
Artisanal toast, eggs, tomato roasted with garlic and thyme, mushrooms, and chicken or lamb sausage.
R105
Sausage Breakfast (with Chicken)
Artisanal toast, eggs, tomato roasted with garlic and thyme, mushrooms, and chicken or lamb sausage.
R104
Peanut Buttered Oats
Served with granola, honey, and banana
R67
Fresh Fruit and Yoghurt
Seasonal fruit, homemade granola, and double-thick yogurt
R102
Classic Eggs Benedict
Two poached eggs to your liking, hollandaise sauce, wilted spinach, and fresh chives
R55
French Toast
French toast served with bacon, lemon-infused cream cheese, and maple-flavored syrup.
R85
Tony Soprano
Artisanal toast topped with rocket, bacon, mushrooms, poached egg, and parmesan béchamel sauce. Finished off with crushed walnuts
R135
Filled Croissants
Bacon and cheese
R81
Filled Croissants
Jam and cheese
R66
Filled Croissants
Smoked salmon, cream cheese, and rocket
R131
Coffee & Hot Beverages
Coffee & Hot Beverages
Description
Price (R)
Espresso
Single shot
R25
Doppio Espresso
Double shot
R28
Macchiato
Single shot topped with hot frothed milk
R29
Cortado
Single shot topped with steamed milk
R30
Cappuccino
Single shot topped with hot frothed milk
R33
Flat White
Double shot topped with steamed milk
R33
Americano
Single shot topped up with hot water
R30
Nutella Mocha
Single shot blended with chocolate Nutella milk
R40
Bambinoccino
Espresso cup filled with warm, frothed milk and topped with cocoa sprinkles for the little ones.
R10
Hot Chocolate
Nnoma’s sustainably sourced cocoa powder-based hot chocolate
R38
Latte (Regular)
Hot frothed milk served with a single shot of espresso
R37
Latte (Chai)
Hot frothed milk served with a single shot of espresso, Chai
R42
Latte (Vanilla)
Hot frothed milk served with a single shot of espresso, Vanilla
R39
Latte (Caramel)
Hot frothed milk served with a single shot of espresso, Caramel
R39
Latte (Hazelnut)
Hot frothed milk served with a single shot of espresso, Hazelnut
R39
Classic & Specialty Teas
Tea Type
Description
Price for 1 (R)
Price for 2 (R)
English Breakfast
A blend of teas from Assam, Ceylon, and Kenya
R26
R38
Earl Grey
A black tea infused with the oil of bergamot and orange zest
R26
R38
Ceylon
A black tea of Sri Lankan origin
R26
R38
Rooibos
A herbal tea made from the rooibos plant
R26
R38
Green
Minimally oxidized Camellia sinensis from China
R35
R48
Mint
A green tea of North African origin with Sahara mint
R35
R48
Vanilla
A red tea of South African origin with vanilla infusion
R35
R48
Chamomile
A herbal tea made from the chamomile plant
R35
R48
Red Cappuccino
Rooibos tea-based cappuccino
R32
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Smoothies
Smoothie
Description
Price (R)
Chuck Berry
Blueberries, spinach, banana, almond milk and honey
R49
Blast Smoothie
Peanut butter, pea protein, banana, almond milk, dates and honey
R60
Blondie
Mango, banana, pineapple juice and mint
R64
Cold Pressed Juices
Juice
Price (R)
Squeezed Classic Orange
R62
Squeezed Energy Kick
R84
Squeezed Beta Carrot
R59
Squeezed Forever Young
R76
Squeezed Jolly Green
R99
Squeezed Jolly Green & Ginger
R120
Ginger Shot
R35
Old Town Italy Main Menu
The main menu of Old Town Italy includes starters, panini & piadina, Insalata, sides, desserts, secondi, pasta, and pizza.
Starters Menu
Starter
Description
Price (R)
Rustico Bread Basket
Lightly toasted ciabatta, basil pesto, olive tapenade and butter
R58
Italian Sausage Arancini
Served with Mama’s pomodoro and fresh basil
R100
Arancini Gorgonzola
Gorgonzola cheese and truffle oil risotto balls
R58
Beef Carpaccio
Served with roasted garlic aioli, gremolata, shaved Parmesan, fresh rocket, and extra virgin olive oil.
R120
Homemade Roasted Butter Nut Ravioli
Served with parmesan truffle cream, toasted walnut garlic Beurre Noisette
R105
Antipasto Platter
Selection of cured meats, cheeses, charred artichokes, caponata, basil pesto marinated boconcini, and crusty sourdough bread
R210
Fegatini Piccante
Peri-peri livers served with garlic-rubbed bruschetta
R80
Polpette
Served with Mama’s pomodoro and fresh basil
R72
Halloumi Fingers
Polenta crumbed halloumi with basil mayo
R64
Bruschetta Salsa
Smashed avocado and tomato salsa
R62
Calamari Fritti
Calamari deep-fried served with roasted garlic aioli
R124
Panini & Piadina
Panini & piadina
Description
Price (R)
Chicken Schnitzel
Crumbed chicken schnitzel, garlic mayo, mustard, gherkins, edam cheese, coriander, and red onion
R132
Prosciutto Crudo
Prosciutto crudo, garlic mayo, mustard, edam cheese, and rocket
R115
Prosciutto Cotto
Prosciutto Cotto, mayo, edam cheese, and rocket
R105
Caponata
Roasted aubergine, sundried tomato pesto, tomato, Fior Di Latte mozzarella, and basil
R95
New Yorker
Beef pastrami, gherkin, Dijon mustard, garlic mayo, and edam cheese
R115
Insalata
Insalata
Description
Price (R)
Modern Caprese
Variation of heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, Fior di latte, and fresh basil
R128
Cold Basil Pesto Pasta Salad
Served with roasted vine tomatoes
R120
– Add Chicken
+R30
Promenade Salad
Fresh cos lettuce, roasted red peppers, Fior Di Latte, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan croutons
R100
Chopped House Salad
Cabbage, corn, toasted almonds, radish, green beans, yogurt tahini, and Greek dressing
R70
– Add Chicken
+R30
Pear & Gorgonzola Salad
Mixed greens, creamy Gorgonzola dolcelatte, roasted walnuts, and pear. Served with a whole-grain honey mustard dressing
R99
Cobb Salad
A classic salad of lettuce, bacon, chicken, feta, cucumber, boiled egg, avocado, sweetcorn dressed with whole grain mustard dressing
R142
Sides
Sides
Description
Price (R)
Zucchini Fritti
Served with roasted garlic aioli
R94
Classic Fries
Served with roasted garlic aioli
R58
Confit Hasselback Baby Potatoes
Tossed in rosemary salt and garlic butter
R64
Creamy Polenta
With garlic Beurre Noisette and toasted walnuts
R52
Charred Local Greens
Tender stem broccoli, baby leeks, sweet green beans, garlic Beurre Noisette, and toasted almonds
R71
Caprese Side Salad
Variation of heirloom tomatoes, basil pesto, Fior Di Latte, and fresh basil
R64
Desserts
Desserts
Description
Price (R)
Bombolini
Fried brioche doughnut filled with lemon curd, topped with lemon curd cream, and dusted with icing sugar
R40
Tiramisu
Classic Italian Tiramisu
R65
Amaretto Panna Cotta
Served with a coffee syrup and biscotti crumble
R55
Secondi
Secondi
Description
Price (R)
Florentine Tomahawk Steak (700g)
700g Tomahawk Steak, cooked to your liking, basted in rosemary and garlic butter, served with fresh gremolata with a side of your choice
R549
Beef Fillet (282g)
Grilled beef fillet, cooked over medium heat, served with potato puree, blanched spinach, red wine poached cherry tomatoes, and topped with a chianti jus.
R282
Beef Rump (200g)
Flame-grilled beef rump grilled to perfection with a side of rustic fries
R164
Beef Rump (300g)
Flame-grilled beef rump grilled to perfection with a side of rustic fries
R214
Lamb Rump (300g)
Flame-grilled 300g lamb rump, served with a cauliflower, mint, pea, and zucchini ribbon salad and chianti jus
R298
Lamb Cutlets (300g)
300g lamb cutlets with rosemary and thyme, creamed potato, and red wine jus
R290
Old Town Hamburger
With grilled onion, Edam cheese, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, gherkins, and a side of rustic fries – Free-Range Beef Burger Patty (300g) – Free-range chicken Fillet (300g)
R220 R186
Chicken Assagi (197g)
Grilled chicken breast, roasted vegetables, Peppadew and feta pesto, zucchini fritters, and balsamic reduction
R197
Chicken Schnitzel (160g)
Crumbed chicken schnitzel, served with a homemade cheese or mushroom sauce and a side of rustic fries.
R160
Kingklip Tagliata (325g)
Calamari is deep-fried and served with roasted garlic aioli and rustic fries.
R325
Spinach and Pea Risotto (200g)
Served with charred local greens, toasted almond, garlic Beurre Noisette
R200
– Add Kingklip (170g)
Add Kingklip to the Spinach and Pea Risotto
R170
Hake (150g)
Calamari is deep-fried and served with roasted garlic aioli and a side of rustic fries.
R150
Calamari Fritti (226g)
Calamari deep-fried and served with roasted garlic aioli and a side of rustic fries.
R226
Pasta
Pasta
Description
Price (R)
Chicken Liver Tagliatelle (165g)
Creamy chicken liver and reduced sherry, paprika peppers, pan-fried mushrooms, and fresh parsley tossed in tagliatelle
R165
Pescatore Tagliatelle (290g)
A variation of fresh seafood (mussels, calamari, and prawns) served with Mama’s Pomodoro, fresh basil, and lemon.
R290
Beef Short Rib Tortellini (145g)
A variation of fresh seafood (mussels, calamari, and prawns) served with Mama’s Pomodoro, fresh basil, and lemon.
R145
Melanzane (210g)
Handmade Tortellini stuffed with tender short rib, cherry tomato, peas, fresh basil, Mama’s Pomodoro, and Pecorino cheese aged six months
R210
Spinach and Ricotta Filled Cannelloni (180g)
Baked layers of aubergine, Mama’s Pomodoro with mozzarella, tomato, and Grana Padano cheese
R180
– Add Shredded Chicken (30g)
Add shredded chicken to the Spinach and Ricotta Filled Cannelloni
R30
Beef Lasagne (230g)
Classic beef bolognese lasagne
R230
Tagliatelle ai Funghi (165g)
Thin ribbon pasta with mushrooms, cream, thyme, and truffle oil
R165
Penne con Pollo e Pesto (127g)
Penne tossed with free-range chicken, cream, béchamel sauce, basil pesto, chopped tomato, grana padano, and fresh herbs.
R127
Scalogno di Pollo (130g)
Scalloped chicken breast, mushroom, rosemary, aromatic cream served with tagliatelle
R130
Recco Classico (125g)
Penne tossed with free-range chicken in a mild curry-spiced cream, chili, and coriander
R125
Gnocchi di Patate
Handmade potato gnocchi served with your choice of sauce: Arrabiata Bolognese Pomodoro Gorgonzola
R75 R105 R75 R120
Pappardelle Bolognese (195g)
Baked layers of aubergine, Mama’s Pomodoro with mozzarella, tomato, and GParmesana Padano cheese
R195
Penne Arrabiata (70g)
Baked in the wood-fired ovParmesan with Mama’s Pomodoro, Fior di latte, and Parmesan served with fresh basil.
R70
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (90g)
A classic Italian pasta of spaghettini tossed in olive oil, garlic, and chili
R90
– Add Pepperoni (20g)
Add Pepperoni to the Spaghetti Aglio e Olio
R20
Pizza
Pizza
Description
Price (R)
Focaccia (V) (60g)
Garlic, rosemary, and olive oil
R60
Bianca (V) (98g)
Garlic, rosemary, olive oil, mozzarella, and onion
R98
Margherita (V) (115g)
Mama’s Pomodoro and basil
R115
Rimini (204g)
Mama’s Pomodoro and basil
R204
Giardino (V) (175g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, ham, mushroom, and asiago cheese
R175
Giorgio (162g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, spinach, olives, artichokes, marinated peppers, and fresh chili
R162
Di Avola (175g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, bacon, feta, and avocado
R175
Maiale (232g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, chorizo sausage, red onion, and roasted pepper
R232
Capricciosa (184g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, pulled pork, sweet Peppadews, and fresh rocket
R184
Martesana (196g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, charred globe artichokes, kalamata olives, and prosciutto cotto
R196
Pollo e Jalapeño (134g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, Fior Di Latte balls, Old Town-style pepperoni, gorgonzola, and red onion marmalade
R134
Pollo e Funghi (156g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, grilled chicken breast fillet, and jalapeño
R156
Frutti di Mare (254g)
Mama’s Pomodoro, grilled chicken breast fillet, and mushrooms
R254
Old Town Italy Beverage Menu
The beverage menu of Old Town Italy includes prosecco & bubbly, white wine, rose wine, red wine, Italian cocktails, gin & tonics, Italian soft drinks, smoothies, iced teas, frappes, and beers.
Prosecco & Bubbly
Prosecco & Bubbly
Description
Price (R)
Cinzano Prosecco – Veneto, ITA
85% Glera, Pinot Bianco and 15% Chardonnay. Fruity and floral on the nose with fresh green apple and pear flavors
R508
Pongracz Demi-Sec Noble Nectar
Delicate sweetness with citrus notes, juicy pears, and litchi
R440
Pongracz Brut – Western Cape, RSA
Crisp green apple notes and the nuttiness of freshly baked bread are prevalent on the nose. It imparts a wonderful foamy mouthful of blackberry fruit flavors.
R434
Pongracz Brut Rosé – Western Cape, RSA
Delicate strawberry tones are layered with whiffs of baked bread, perfectly balanced with clean acidity and juicy blackberry fruit.
R434
Bottega Brut Rosé – Friuli, ITA
Pinot Noir, Ribaso blend offering notes of berries and spice
R724
Martini Prosecco – Veneto, ITA
Dry Prosecco with crisp notes of apple and thyme
R538
Enopolio di Parma Dry Lambrusco
Made from Lambrusco Maestri grapes. An easy-drinking young and fruity wine, naturally fermented into a foamy, fizzy red wine, typical of Emilia Romagna.
R273
Cantina di Carepi e Sorbara Sweet Lambrusco
This sweet red sparkler has pretty violet and red berry aromas and a vibrant palate that doles out ripe cherry, raspberry, and candied orange peel notes. Bright acidity keeps it fresh, balancing the sweetness.
R274
White Wine
White Wine
Description
Price (R)
Old Town Italy White Blend – Western Cape, RSA
Fresh and crisp, with tropical fruit aromas and flavors created in a contemporary style to awaken your senses
R195
Terra del Capo Pinot Grigio – Darling, RSA
Expressive nectarine, elderflower, and gentle citrus nose, subtle hint of melon
R208
Morgenster Sauvignon Blanc – Somerset West, RSA
Tropical notes of litchi, mango, and melon
R276
Fleur du Cap Chenin Blanc – Western Cape, RSA
Fresh aromas of tropical fruit, with notes of lime and oak spice. Hints of citrus on the palate, complemented by a touch of butterscotch and a lingering, crisp finish
R231
Durbanville Hills Chardonnay – Western Cape, RSA
Rich straw color with green tint. Combination of orange peel and pineapple flavors. A full-bodied wine with sweet fruit and citrus flavors, rich, creamy texture with a long finish
Notes of gooseberry, passion fruit, pineapple, peach, and tropical fruit
R339
Boschendal Chardonnay Pinot Noir – Western Cape, RSA
Crisp pale blush wine with hints of strawberry and red berries
R275
Banfi Le Rime Pinot Grigio – Chardonnay – Tuscany, ITA
Light straw color with citrus, pear, and white flowers on the nose. Good acidity, moderate finish
R430
Buitenverwachting Buiten Blanc – Western Cape, RSA
Full-bodied, with complex dried exotic fruit, apricot, and peach. Some acidity in the aftertaste
R181
Rose Wine
Rose Wine
Description
Price (R)
Old Town Italy Rosé – Western Cape, RSA
A blend of fresh, crisp Sauvignon Blanc flavors and Merlot’s red berry fruits. Made in a just off-dry style
R195
Morgenster Sangiovese Rosé – Somerset West, RSA
A Sangiovese-based rosé offering hints of guava, cherries, and candy-floss
R333
Buitenverwachting Rosé – Western Cape, RSA
Bright light and fruity. An easy-to-drink rosé with no sins
R199
Nalu Rosé – Western Cape, RSA
Expressive juicy berry flavors follow through on the palate with a soft, delicious, fruity finish
R197
Red Wines
Red Wine
Description
Price (R)
Old Town Italy Red Blend – Western Cape, RSA
Accessible and easy-drinking for everyday enjoyment, with juicy red fruit, a hint of gentle tannins, and vanilla from the wood treatment
R195
Durbanville Hills Collectors Pinotage – RSA
Sangiovese, Canaiolo Nero. Bright ruby red, very fruity and lively bouquet. On the palate, there is a good balance between tannins and acidity. Delightful aftertaste
R376
Blaauwklippen Red Zinfandel – Stellenbosch, RSA
Prominent dark fruit nose with notes of toasted oak and chocolate
R381
Morgenster Tosca Red Blend – Somerset West, RSA
Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon. Fresh cranberry and floral perfume giving way to cigar box and spicy notes
R464
Rupert & Rothschild Classique – RSA
Aromas of red plum, raspberries, and cherries are prominent, layered with forest floor and oak spice expressed as toasted caramel and walnut.
R499
Altysgedacht Barbera – Durbanville, RSA
Dark fruit and spice with oaky sweetness and velvet finish
R510
Fantini Montepulciano – Abruzzi, ITA
An intense, persistent, and fruity on the nose with notes of wild berries and vanilla. Full-bodied, well-balanced, and slightly tannic on the palate with a clean, persistent aftertaste
R613
Oro Dei Sani Chianti DOCG – Tuscany, ITA
Sangiovese, Canaiolo Nero. Bright ruby red, very fruity and lively bouquet. On the palate, good balance between tannins and acidity. Delightful aftertaste
R500
Italian Cocktails
Cocktail
Description
Price (R)
Aperol Spritz
Aperol, Cinzano To-Spritz, fresh orange, and soda
R113
Amarenapolitan
SKYY Vodka, orange liqueur, Amarena syrup, fresh lime, and cranberry juice
R99
Americano
Cinzano Red Vermouth, Campari, and soda
R75
Negroni
Bombay Sapphire, Cinzano Red Vermouth, and Campari
R85
Bellini
Fabbri peach infusion and prosecco
R92
Classic Mary
SKYY Vodka and tomato cocktail
R75
Gold Rush
Johnnie Walker Gold, apple, vanilla, lemon, and tonic
R157
Orzato in Kentucky
Bulleit Bourbon, Orzato syrup, lime, and soda served tall
R128
Striding Pappagallo
Johnnie Walker Black, Campari, fresh pineapple, and lime
R103
Crafted Paloma
Jose Cuervo Traditional, grapefruit, vanilla, and soda
R94
Watermelon Gin Bull
Red Bull watermelon, Bombay Sapphire, lime
R92
Pink Clouds
Bombay Bramble, SKYY Vodka, lemon, elderflower, and strawberry
R125
Cointreau Fizz
Cointreau, lime juice, and soda water
R90
The Grand Bramble
Bombay Bramble, lemon, and sugar syrup
R80
Summertime Passion
Tanqueray Gin, pineapple, lemon, passion fruit, and cellulose
R139
Italian Soft Drinks
Soft Drink
Description
Price (R)
San Pellegrino
Aranciata – Orange
R56
San Pellegrino
Limonata – Lemon
R56
San Pellegrino
Aranciata Rossa – Blood Orange
R56
San Pellegrino
Aranciata Melograno – Pomegranate Orange
R56
Franklin & Son Sparkling Soft Drinks
Orange & Grapefruit
R85
Franklin & Son Sparkling Soft Drinks
Rhubarb Lemonade
R85
Franklin & Son Sparkling Soft Drinks
Cherry & Plum
R85
Franklin & Son Sparkling Soft Drinks
Elderflower Lemonade
R85
Iced Tea
Item
Price (R)
San Benedetto Iced Tea – Peach
R65
San Benedetto Iced Tea – Lemon
R65
Smoothies
Item
Description
Price (R)
Chuck Berry
Blueberries, spinach, banana, almond milk, honey
R49
Blondie
Mango, banana, pineapple juice, mint
R64
Blast Smoothie
Peanut butter, pea protein, banana, almond milk, dates, honey
