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Freshly Made Daily
From wood-fired pizzas to handmade pastas, every dish is prepared with fresh ingredients and real Italian passion.
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Italian Favourites
Classic flavours, generous portions, and comforting dishes made for sharing around the table.
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Made To Share
Good food is better together — enjoy relaxed dining with dishes perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Menu
Our menu is inspired by traditional Italian flavours, using fresh ingredients to create simple, honest dishes made to be enjoyed and shared. From wood-fired pizzas to pasta favourites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Massimo’s.
Delishious Selections
Vegan Menu Sputini & Salads Pizza & Pasta Drinks & Desserts Wine Doggies
At Massimo’s, we believe everyone should enjoy great Italian food — which is why we offer a thoughtful selection of vegan-friendly dishes alongside our full menu of Italian favourites. From fresh salads and pasta options to flavourful plant-based creations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
Spuntini Tapas
Caponata
– a cold Sicilian dish of aubergines, onion, celery, capers, olives, raisins, tomato (contains vinegar) (wine paring = a glass of bubbles)
Patate brave
- Spanish style fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce
Olives
- local olives marinated with lemon, rosemary, garlic
DesperAVOs focaccia
– focaccia, olive oil, rosemary, rock salt, topped with avocado & a squeeze of lemon juice (wine paring = Sauvignon blanc)
Carciofi alla romana
- Italian marinated baby artichokes
Vegan Caprese
- vegan mozzarella (cashew nut), tomato, avocado, basil oil
Vegan The BEANing of Life
- green beans, tossed with olive oil, garlic, parsley
Baby spinach
- pan fried with toasted pine nuts, raisins, garlic
Flamenco
- Spanish style cauliflower tossed in chick pea flour and paprika and deep fried, served with capers and red wine vinegar
Salads
Bella
- oven roasted vegetables, coriander & lime marinated chick peas, rocket, baby spinach, avo
Vegan Grapeful salad
- grapes, vegan cheese (coconut), mint, parsley, citrus, red pepper, spring onions & greens tossed with a citrus/herb dressing and toasted seeds
'Mamma Mia' salad
- fresh and vibrant with mixed leaves, fresh crunchy broccoli, fennel, edamame, red cabbage, avocado & toasted seeds, with a green goddess style dressing (blended with herbs and cashew nuts - contains garlic, lemon, onion)
Vegan Superfood bowl
- baby spinach, lentils, beetroot, avo, vegan mozzarella (cashew nut), pine nuts & basil with balsamic glaze and olive oil
House green (side) salad
- baby spinach, rocket, mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, home-made French dressing
Pizza
El chapo
- tomato, TexMex Jackfruit, red onions, vegan mozzarella, Jalapeno chili, avocado
Marinara
- tomato, roast garlic, oregano, olive oil (no cheese)
Vegan Vegetariana
- tomato, olives, artichokes, mushrooms, peppers (no
cheese)
Pineta
- tomato, baby spinach, pine nuts, roasted garlic, mushrooms, balsamic reduction (no cheese)
Ghandi
- tomato, spiced Indian style jackfruit, spinach, chili, vegan mozzarella (coconut), sesame seeds, coriander
Tre
- tomato, chili, capers, rocket, avocado (no cheese)
Contadina
- tomato, grilled aubergine, basil, vegan mozzarella (coconut)
Vegan Margherita
- tomato, vegan mozzarella(coconut), cooked basil, basil infused olive oil
Not-tella sweet pizza
hazelnut-chocolate spread (palm oil free), banana & caramel sauce (18cm diameter)
Umbria
- tomato, roast butternut & garlic, red onions, baby spinach (no cheese)
Make it cheesy with vegan mozzarella (coconut)
add TexMex or Curry Jackfruit or start with a Margherita and choose your toppings
Gluten free vegan option also available
- ask for a home-made farinata base (soft, not crunchy, chickpea flour, olive oil & water). Also very good eaten on its own, shared as a starter
Pasta
Napoletana
- Italian tomatoes, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, basil
Nirvana
- parsley, oregano, olives, sage, basil, garlic, capers, spicy breadcrumbs, olive oil
Fiore
- napoletana sauce, chili, garlic, capers, olives & parsley
Toto'
- garlic, olive oil & fresh chili, cherry tomato, capers
Arrabbiata
- Napoletana, chili, garlic
Choose half or full portion
- Ask for long or short pasta - Wheat free (corn) pasta 18 (vegan, non GMO) takes a bit longer, Extra freshly chopped chili or garlic on the side
Perfect for sharing, snacking, or pairing with your favourite drink, our Spuntini selection brings together a variety of delicious Italian-inspired small plates made for relaxed dining and good conversation.
Sputini
Zola
- a simple but amazing focaccia topped with Gorgonzola cheese and red onion
Polpettine
- beef & pork mince meatballs with spicy OR plain tomato sauce (not gluten/dairy free)
Opera
- imported Parma ham & seasonal fruit
The BEANing of Life
- green beans, tossed with olive oil, garlic, parsley and anchovies (wine match = dry rose)
Caponata
– a cold Sicilian dish of aubergines, onion, celery, capers, olives, raisins, tomato (contains vinegar) (wine paring = a glass of bubbles)
Mimmi focaccia
- baked in the pizza oven with mozzarella, pancetta, topped with fresh avocado & basil
Salads
Grapeful salad
- grapes, feta cheese, mint, parsley, citrus, red pepper, spring onions & greens tossed with a citrus/herb dressing and toasted seeds
our Chicken Caesar salad
- poached free-range chicken, baby spinach, rocket, greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, home-made Caesar dressing, croutons & parmesan shavings (wine match = Vermentino)
Mamma Mia salad
- fresh and vibrant with mixed leaves, fresh crunchy broccoli, fennel, edamame, red cabbage, avocado & toasted seeds, with a green goddess style dressing served on the side (blended with herbs and cashew nuts - contains garlic, lemon, onion) - add smoked trout 75 - (wine match = Sauvignon blanc)
Superfood bowl
- baby spinach & rocket, lentils, beetroot, avo, mozzarella, pine nuts and basil dressed with olive oil, balsamic reduction on the side - (wine match = unwooded Chardonnay)
House green (side) salad
- baby spinach, rocket, mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, home-made French dressing
Roger Rarebit
- Welsh rarebit (cheese & mustard), Nduja (a soft & spicy pork paste from Richard Bosman) &
cauliflowers, coated in panko breadcrumbs & deep-fried (wine match = a glass of bubbles)
Calamari
- best quality baby calamari lightly coated in seasoned flour and deep-fried, served with home made aioli (SASSI = green) - (wine match = Grenache blanc)
R2 goes to NSRI Sea Rescue
Baby spinach
- pan fried with toasted pine nuts, raisins, garlic
Patate brave
- Spanish style fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce
Alici in Wonderland
- fillets of white boneless anchovies marinated in oil, vinegar & garlic served with Salsa Verde (parsley, egg, bread, garlic, anchovies, capers, oil & vinegar) and soft focaccia - (wine match = Sauvignon blanc)
Pepite
- fried polenta bites, truffle salt, topped with parmesan
Caprese
- fiordilatte mozzarella, tomato, avocado, basil oil
DesperAVOs focaccia
– focaccia, olive oil, rosemary, rock salt, topped with avocado & a squeeze of lemon juice (wine paring = Sauvignon blanc)
Flamenco
- spanish style cauliflower tossed in chickpea flour & paprika and deep-fried, served with capers, tossed in red wine vinegar
Baby artichokes
- deep-fried, served with creamy pesto dip (wine match = Vermentino)
Olives
- local olives marinated with lemon, rosemary, garlic
Seared beef carpaccio
- with rocket, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan
Mozzarella bites
- coated in panko breadcrumbs & deep-fried, served with a creamy pesto sauce
From wood-fired pizzas with crispy thin bases to comforting pasta favourites made with rich Italian flavours, our Pizza & Pasta Menu is all about simple ingredients, generous portions, and meals made to be enjoyed together.
Vegetarian Pizzas
Vegetariana
- tomato, mozzarella, artichokes, mushrooms, peppers, olives
Liguria
- tomato, basil pesto, mozzarella, parmesan, cherry tomato, pine nuts
Margherita
- tomato, fiordilatte mozzarella, basil, basil olive oil (R4 goes to Border CollieRescue)
Zest for Life
- fiordilatte mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, thinly sliced lemon, fresh basil (no tomato)
Dell'orto
- tomato, gorgonzola, roast butternut, roast garlic, baby spinach, red onions
Toscana
- tomato, mozzarella, soft goat's cheese, roasted garlic, thyme, fresh rocket
Formaggi Piccante
- mozzarella, gorgonzola, ricotta & lemon zest, parmesan, chilli flakes, black pepper (no tomato)
The Broc-star
- broccoli, garlic butter, mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, fennel seeds (no tomato)
Marinara
- tomato, roast garlic, oregano, olive oil (no cheese)
Piemonte
- tomato, oven roasted peppers, feta, mozzarella, topped with balsamic reduction
Meat/Fish Pizzas
Republic of Bacon
- tomato, feta, mozzarella, smoked bacon, fresh baby spinach
Mafiosa
- garlic butter, mozzarella, carbonara sauce, pancetta, mushrooms, basil (no tomato)
Alba
– garlic butter, brie, pancetta, mushrooms, truffle cream (no tomato)
Calabrese Calzone
- Nduja (a soft & spicy pork paste form Richard Bosman) red onions, butternut, ricotta & mozzarella)
Solo Salame
- tomato, mozzarella, salame
Luna
- tomato, mozzarella, feta, bacon, avo (R5 goes to DARG, our local animal rescue)
Goatbusters
- tomato, goat's cheese, grilled aubergines, Salsa Verde (parsley, egg, bread, garlic, anchovies, capers, oil & vinegar)
Pavarotti
– tomato, mozzarella, Bolognese sauce made with beef mince, parmesan shavings
Hot Latina
– tomato, mozzarella, chorizo, red onions, Jalapeno chili (R5 to CCP - local Community Crime Prevention)
Afrikana
- tomato, boerewors, mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, caramelised onions
Francesco
– Brie, pancetta, caramelised onions, mushrooms, garlic (no tomato)
De Niro
- a MEAT FEAST! - tomato, mozzarella, bacon, ham, salame, boerewors
Suocera (Hawaiian)
- tomato, mozzarella, pineapple, ham
Corleone
- tomato, mozzarella, brie, bacon, sun-dried tomato pesto
Capri (4 Seasons)
- tomato, mozzarella, artichokes, olives, mushrooms, ham
Trota
- olive oil, mozzarella, smoked trout, avocado, capers, dill, crème fraiche (no tomato)
Sarda
- tomato, anchovies, chili, roasted garlic, capers, oregano, parmesan
Happy Valley Calzone
- tomato, ham, mushrooms, mozzarella, feta, caramelised onions, asiago cheese, served with avo & brushed with garlic butter (R5 to CCP - local Community Crime Prevention)
Napoli
- tomato, anchovies, fiordilatte mozzarella, capers, olives
Pancetta
- tomato, mozzarella, pancetta, mushrooms
Divo
- tomato, mozzarella., parmesan, Parma ham, fresh rocket (subject to availability)
Gluten free bases 2 types available
home made soft farinata Genovese made with chick pea flour, water, salt, olive oil OR Glutagon - crunchy style: contains rice flour, corn starch, tapioca starch, milk solids, raising agents, salt, stabilisers , sunflower oil
Extra toppings
avo SQ - garlic - chili, basil - onions – capers - banana – cherry tomato - olives – artichokes - mushrooms - peppers – pineapple, fresh baby spinach - feta, sundried tomato pesto - basil pesto - mozzarella - parmesan - pure goat's cheese - brie - bacon - chorizo - gypsy ham - meatballs - anchovies - salame, truffle cream - Bolognese - pancetta, Nduja, Parma ham, smoked trout
Pasta
Napoletana
- Italian tomatoes, onions, celery, carrots, a touch of garlic, basil
Meat ravioli of the day
ask waitron for options available
- Choose a sauce from: napoletana / bolognese / butter & sage / pesto
Riccardo's Nduja
- Nduja (a soft & spicy pork paste from Richard Bosman), cream, parmesan, parsley, lemon juice
Ricotta & spinach lasagne
- home-made pasta, béchamel sauce
Carbonara
- smoked bacon, free range egg, parmesan, garlic, a touch of cream
La Dora
- ricotta cheese, zucchini, lemon (zest & juice) & mint, extra virgin olive oil
Meatballs
- home-made with beef & pork mince, parmesan, onion, breadcrumbs in napoletana sauce (not dairy free, not gluten free)
Bolognese
– made with 100% beef mince (not dairy free)
Pesto alla Genovese
- pasta tossed with potato chunks, green beans, pesto (home-made with fresh basil, parmesan, pecorino, extra virgin olive oil)
Sanremo
- real flaked white crab meat, calamari, mascarpone, a hint of chili & garlic
Smoked trout
- local smoked trout, peas, capers, crème fraiche, a squeeze of lemon (SASSI = green)
Arrabbiata
- napoletana sauce, chili, garlic
Artichoke ravioli
- delicately flavoured with artichoke truffle cream sauce, roasted artichoke garnish
Squid 'oink'
- Richard Bosman chorizo, calamari, chopped fresh tomatoes, garlic, fennel seeds
Puttanesca
- napoletana sauce, anchovies, garlic, capers, chili, olives, parsley
Beef & spinach lasagne
- home-made pasta, beef mince, béchamel sauce
Butternut ravioli
- with brown butter & sage or napoletana sauce
Nonno Marco
- gypsy ham, mushrooms, cream
Choose full or half portion - Ask for long or short pasta
- Gnocchi add (gnocchi contains flour & egg) - Wheat free (corn) pasta (will take a bit longer) - Extra freshly chopped chili or garlic on the side - Extra freshly grated real Parmesan (Parmesan cheese is grated on all none fish pasta dishes, as is the norm in Italy)
Hand cut chips
- Roasted potatoes from the pizza oven
Fresh seasonal vegetables
- lightly pan fried in olive oil
Finish your meal on a sweet note or settle in with your favourite drink. From indulgent desserts to refreshing cocktails, wines, coffees, and after-dinner favourites, there’s something for every occasion at Massimo’s.
Drinks
Coffee/Espresso single/double
Cappuccino/Latte/Hot chocolate
Tea breakfast/rooibos/speciality
Still or Sparkling water 750/250ml
(R3 goes to Friends of the river HB)
Italian sodas / Chinotto (Italian style Coke)
blood orange, grapefruit, pomegranate
LemonAID
home made with organic lemons (R2 goes to EMS Local Volunteers Emergency Services)
Soda cans 300ml/mixers 200ml
Rock Shandy / Tizers
BOS organic ice tea
Milkshakes
chocolate, strawberry, banana, hazelnut, vanilla, cinnamon, mixed berry, blueberry, caramel
Aperol spritz
- Venetian aperitif of Aperol, bubbly & soda
(R5 goes to local Volunteer Emergency Services)
Amore Limone
- Massimo's Limone & bubbly
Vondeling Little Sparkle bubbly
Craft local Gin & tonic
single/double
HB Harbour / Inverroche / Musgrave pink / Blackwood Kelp / New Chapte
Great for sharing: Sangria/Beer shandy
Sangria - 1 litre jug 150 - 2 litres jug
Beer shandy - 1 litre jug
Draught beer
CBC Amber Weiss or Massimo's CBC lager
Cape Collective lager (500ml)
Clean & crisp with a lighter to mild tasting beer
Castle light
- alcohol free beer available
Hunters dry
Savanna light or dry
Genepi
the first Alpine digestive made in SA by Massimo from a flower that only grows at 2000mt in the
Italo/French Alps
Massimo's Spiriti Famosi - Limone shot
Massimo's Spiriti Famosi - Zenzero
our unique ginger liqueur
Massimo's Spiriti Famosi - Arancia
- orange-chocolate liqueur (Vegan friendly)
Great over any dessert
Share a Massimo's Spiriti Famosi - 200ml bottle
choose: Limone, Zenzero or Arancia, bottle must be consumed at the table
Jameson's Irish coffee (double shot)
Grappa, Whisky, Brandy, liquors
ask waitrons for selection
Notes
- ask about Massimo's Spiriti Famosi free tasting soon you will be able to buy at the new Tops next door
- A discretionary 10% service charge may be added to your bill by management
Desserts
'Forget about it'
Ice cream topped with a shot of Massimo's Spiriti Famosi Arancia (chocolate-orange liqueur)
Not-tella sweet pizza
hazelnut-chocolate spread (palm oil free), banana & caramel sauce (18cm diameter)
Richard Bosman's wine gums
made with Massimo's Spiriti Famosi liqueurs (Limoncello, Bergamot, Ginger, Orange-chocolate)
Escobar
a sugar cube soaked in orange flavoured 96% cane spirit, set on fire just before you eat it. Best way to end a meal with a (legal) high (adults only)
Lemon Bliss
semifreddo dessert with layers of sponge, cream infused with Massimo's Spiriti Famosi Limone liqueur, meringue, lemon curd
Not Just Ginger
semifreddo dessert with layers of ginger biscuits, cream infused with Massimo's Spiriti Famosi Zenzero liqueur, meringue, crystalized ginger
Chocolate brownie
our 70% cocoa chocolate sauce & ice-cream
Tiramisu
mascarpone, free range eggs, coffee, marsala, sugar, savoiardi biscuits
Creme brulee (when available)
Baked ricotta cheesecake
(a lighter style) ask for today’s flavour– served with vanilla ice-cream
Massimo's Spiriti Famosi Don Pedros
a uniquely South African grownup boozy milkshake choose from: Limone, Zenzero (ginger), Arancia (orange-chocolate)
Affogato
espresso coffee poured over vanilla ice-cream
Discover a carefully selected range of local and international wines chosen to perfectly complement the flavours of our Italian-inspired menu. Whether you prefer red, white, rosé, or bubbly, there’s a glass waiting for you at Massimo’s.
Bubbly
Rickety Bridge MCC blush
A Franschhoek salmon pink blush champagne (MCC) made with pinot noir & chardonnay
Vondeling Little Sparkle
A premium sparkling wine from one of our favourite wineries – clear & vibrant tiny pearls of bubbles, with citrus and brioche on the nose, a soft creamy finish
White Wines
Terra del Capo pinot grigio
Whiffs of lemon & orange leaf, followed by succulent notes of peach and nectarine (san remo pasta)
Ayama Grenache blanc
On the nose - bright green apple and naartje aromas, with hints of apple, and a touch of peach on the palate with a crisp acidity
Zevenwacht ‘7’ sauvignon blanc
Fresh green fruit & a zesty citrus finish (Ceasar salad)
Eikendal Janina unwooded chardonnay
Honey, sweet apple, orange peel, lemon zest. Exceptional minerality & freshness (cheesy pizzas, chicken)
Ayama Vermentino
A locally grown Italian grape – a lovely wine with whiffs of white peaches and apricots; dry with a persistent minerality (Pesto and Liguria pizza)
Ayama chenin blanc
Aromas of hay and tropical fruit, followed by a zesty fresh taste, with hints of ripe pear (calamari or Toscana pizza)
Vondeling lightly wooded chardonnay
Honey, citrus, peach blossom. Candied almonds on the palate (creamy sauces)
Cape Town Wine co. sauvignon blanc
A steely minerality on the nose followed by a hint of citrus, pineapple, and ripe pear. It’s light and fruity (smoked trout pasta or pizza)
Rose' & Red Wines
Vondeling rose'
Rose petal, tropical fruits, citrus. A drier style wine, with a crisp finish
Maastricht cabernet sauvignon
Flavours of blackcurrant and spice on the nose which follow through on the palate. Juicy tannins and a velvety finish
Terra del Capo sangiovese
Sour cherries, fresh tannins - the Chianti grape (tomato based pasta dishes)
Mount Rozier red snapper cinsault
A chilled summer red, with floral aromas and ripe delicate strawberry notes on the palate. To be
quaffed on a hot summer’s day. (spicy foods, and smoked trout)
Anura Tempranillo - better known as Rioja
Molasses, spice and leather on the nose – followed by a savoury character and a long finish
Zevenwacht 7 pinotage
Strawberry, candy floss aromas, typical ‘banana’ finish on the palate, a great quality wine true to the varietal (Afrikana pizza)
Anura merlot
Mulberries & cigarbox on the nose, soft & plush on the palate (De niro pizza)
Cape Town Wine Company red blend
Berries, cherries and cedarwood on the nose, coffee and a hint of spice on the palate, soft tannins
Paul Cluver Village pinot noir
Cherry & redcurrant fruit, with spice & meaty undertones, lightly oaked. (funghi feast pizza)
Anura Malbec reserve
Juicy plum & blueberry notes, oaked for 18 months, soft tannins (red meat dishes, Pavarotti pizza)
Ayama shiraz
Berries, green pepper, spice on the nose, with a full-bodied peppery palate & ripe but gentle tannins (spicy dishes)
At Massimo’s, we believe dogs are part of the family too. That’s why we’ve created a special Dog Menu filled with tasty treats just for your four-legged companions. Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch or a long, lazy dinner, your dog is welcome to enjoy the experience right alongside you. Good food, good company — and happy tails all around.
Dog Menu
Joe's Crunchy Balls
With oats and peanut butter (no wheat, no gluten, no eggs).
Orange Donald's Bakes
Two balls of dough stuffed with two boerewors & pumkin cooked in the pizza oven.
The Kim Jong Un
Bone shaped mini-pizza with ham & root veg.
The Rock
Frozen hoof stuffed with chicken & butternut.
Puppaccino
Milky froth for your pooch.
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