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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.
Bambini - Kids Menu
Pizza
choose 3 toppings: salame, ham, bacon, chicken, onions, mince, mushrooms, pineapple, mozzarella, olives
Pasta
linguine or penne · napoletana, bolognese or pesto
Chicken Strips & Fries
Fish Fingers & Fries
Bites
Baby spinach - GF
pan-fried with toasted pine nuts, raisins, garlic
Olives - GF
local olives marinated with lemon, rosemary, garlic
DesperAVOs focaccia
focaccia, olive oil, rosemary, rock salt, avocado & a squeeze of lemon
Comfortably Crumb
pan-fried peppers & capers, garlic, oregano & toasted breadcrumbs
Patatas Brave
Spanish-style fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce
Vegan Caprese
vegan mozzarella (cashew), tomato, avocado, basil oil
Flamenco - GF
cauliflower in chickpea flour & paprika, deep-fried, capers, red wine vinegar
The BEANing of Life - GF
green beans tossed with olive oil, garlic, parsley
Salads
Bella
oven-roasted vegetables, coriander & lime chickpeas, rocket, baby spinach, avocado
Mamma Mia
mixed leaves, broccoli, fennel, edamame, red cabbage, avocado, seeds, green goddess dressing
Vegan De Medici
zucchini ribbons, peppers, rocket, vegan mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, hazelnut & lemon dressing
Vegan Superfood bowl
baby spinach, lentils, beetroot, avocado, vegan mozzarella, pine nuts, basil, balsamic
House green - SIDE
baby spinach, rocket, mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, French dressing
Pizza
Marinara
tomato, roast garlic, oregano, olive oil (no cheese)
Vegan Margherita
tomato, vegan mozzarella (coconut), cooked basil, basil- infused olive oil
Tre
tomato, chilli, capers, rocket, avocado (no cheese)
Umbria
tomato, roast butternut & garlic, red onions, baby spinach (no cheese)
Vegan Vegetariana
tomato, olives, artichokes, mushrooms, peppers (no cheese)
Pineta
tomato, baby spinach, pine nuts, roasted garlic, mushrooms, balsamic (no cheese)
Contadina
tomato, grilled aubergine, basil, vegan mozzarella (coconut)
Pasta
Vegan Napoletana
Italian tomatoes, onion, celery, carrots, garlic, basil
Nirvana
parsley, oregano, olives, sage, basil, garlic, capers, spicy breadcrumbs, olive oil
Vegan Arrabbiata
napoletana, chilli, garlic
Fiore
napoletana sauce, chilli, garlic, capers, olives & parsley
Totò
garlic, olive oil & fresh chilli, cherry tomato, capers
Antipasti - Starters & Small Plates
Rosemary focaccia
rosemary, rock salt, olive oil
Garlic butter focaccia
garlic butter, herbs
DesperAVOs
avocado, olive oil, rosemary, rock salt, a squeeze of lemon
Mimmi
mozzarella, pancetta, avocado, basil
Seared beef carpaccio
thinly sliced prime beef, rocket, olive oil, parmesan
Caprese
fiordilatte mozzarella, tomato, avocado, basil oil
Olives
locally sourced olives, rosemary and garlic marinade
Alici in Wonderland
white anchovies, salsa verde, soft focaccia bread
Calamari
lightly dusted & deep fried, home-made garlic aioli
R2 → NSRI SEA RESCUE
Mozzarella bites
coated in breadcrumbs, deep-fried, pesto sauce
Melanzane parmigiana
aubergine, napoletana sauce, mozzarella, basil leaves, parmesan
Polpettine
beef & pork meatballs in spicy or plain tomato sauce (contains gluten and dairy)
Truffle popcorn
freshly popped, melted butter, truffle salt
Flamenco
Spanish-style cauliflower in chickpea flour & paprika, deep-fried, capers, vinegar
Pepite
deep-fried polenta bites, truffle salt, parmesan
Warm baby spinach
pan-fried with pine nuts, raisins, garlic
Insalate - Salads
Mamma Mia
mixed leaves, crunchy broccoli, fennel, edamame, red cabbage, avocado,
toasted seeds, green goddess dressing — add smoked trout
Chicken Caesar
poached free-range chicken, baby spinach, rocket, greens, cherry tomatoes, avocado, home-made Caesar dressing, croutons, parmesan shavings
Superfood bowl - V
baby spinach, rocket, lentils, roasted pumpkin & beetroot, avocado, mozzarella, pine nuts, basil with olive oil and balsamic reduction
De Medici
hazelnut oil & lemon dressing, zucchini ribbons, peppers, rocket, feta, baby tomatoes, toasted hazelnuts & pumpkin seeds
House green - SIDE
baby spinach, rocket, mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, home-made French dressing
Pasta
Bolognese
made with 100% beef mince (contains dairy)
Massimo's Carbonara
smoked bacon, free-range egg, parmesan, garlic, a touch of cream
Meatballs
home-made beef & pork mince, parmesan, onion, breadcrumbs in napoletana sauce
Napoletana - V
Italian tomatoes, onions, celery, carrots, a touch of garlic, basil
Puttanesca
napoletana sauce, anchovies, garlic, capers, chilli, olives, parsley
Aglio Olio Peperoncino - V
garlic, olive oil, fresh chilli (add cherry tomatoes & capers)
La Dolce Vita
porcini & field mushroom reduction, thyme, a touch of cream (add sausage)
Squid 'Oink'
Richard Bosman chorizo, calamari, fresh tomatoes, garlic, fennel seeds
Sanremo
flaked white crab meat, calamari, mascarpone, a hint of chilli & garlic
Pesto
home-made pesto, fresh basil, parmesan, pecorino, extra virgin olive oil
Nonno Marco
gypsy ham, mushrooms, cream
Smoked trout
local smoked trout, peas, capers, crème fraîche, a squeeze of lemon
Lamb Ravioli
choose your sauce: napoletana, bolognese, pesto, or butter & sage
Butternut Ravioli
with napoletana or butter & sage sauce
Artichoke Ravioli
artichoke truffle cream, roasted artichoke garnish
Beef & Spinach Lasagne
home-made pasta, beef mince, béchamel sauce
Ricotta & Spinach Lasagne
home-made pasta, béchamel sauce
Pizza
Margherita
tomato, fiordilatte mozzarella, basil, basil-infused olive oil
R4 → BORDER COL L I E RESCUE
Luna
tomato, mozzarella, feta, bacon, avocado
R5 → DARG, OUR LOCAL ANIMAL RESCUE
Solo Salame
tomato, mozzarella, salame
Suocera
Hawaiian — tomato, mozzarella, pineapple, ham
Capri
4 Seasons — tomato, mozzarella, artichokes, olives, mushrooms, ham
Vegetariana - V
tomato, mozzarella, artichokes, mushrooms, peppers, olives
Pavarotti
tomato, mozzarella, slow-cooked beef bolognese, parmesan shavings
Formaggi Piccante - V
mozzarella, gorgonzola, ricotta & lemon zest, parmesan, chilli, black pepper (no tomato)
Hot Latina
tomato, mozzarella, chorizo, red onions, jalapeño chilli
R5 → COMMUNI TY CRIME PREVENT ION
Divo
tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, Parma ham, fresh rocket
Happy Valley Calzone
ham, mushrooms, mozzarella, feta, caramelised onions, asiago, avocado, garlic butter
R5 → COMMUNI TY CRIME PREVENT ION
Republic of Bacon
tomato, feta, mozzarella, smoked bacon, fresh baby spinach
R5 → VOLUNT E ER WI LDF IRE SERVICES
Paradiso - V
tomato, grilled aubergine, basil, roasted garlic, fiordilatte mozzarella, parmesan
Afrikana
tomato, boerewors, mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, caramelised onions
Corleone
tomato, mozzarella, brie, bacon, sun-dried tomato pesto
Liguria - V
tomato, basil pesto, mozzarella, parmesan, cherry tomato, pine nuts
Toscana - V
tomato, mozzarella, soft goat's cheese, roasted garlic, thyme, fresh rocket
Sarda
tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, chilli, roasted garlic, capers, oregano, parmesan
Alba
garlic butter, brie, pancetta, mushrooms, truffle cream (no tomato)
Funghi Feast - V
fiordilatte mozzarella & ricotta, porcini & field mushrooms, thyme, parsley (no tomato)
Trota
olive oil, mozzarella, smoked trout, avocado, capers, dill, crème fraîche (no tomato)
Toro Scatenato
fall-off-the-bone beef ribs, grilled pineapple & red onion, smoked mozzarella, BBQ base
Al Pollo Suprema
Tuscan chicken, fiordilatte mozzarella, carbonara, brie, sun-dried tomato pesto, baby spinach
Mains & Sides
Pollo Milanese
chicken schnitzel, side of your choice
Vitello Milanese
veal schnitzel, side of your choice
Lamb & Beef Burger
home-made bun, chorizo, cacio cheese, side of your choice
Calamari
full portion — fried with hand-cut chips, home-made garlic aioli, lemon
Chicken Parmigiana
crispy breaded chicken breast, mozzarella & parmesan, linguine with napoletana or arrabbiata
Risotto
peas & pancetta — arborio rice with fresh peas, crisp pancetta, parmesan
Sides
Hand-cut fries · Seasonal vegetables · Creamy mash · Side salad
roasted potatoes from the pizza oven · vegetables pan-fried in olive oil · creamy mashed potatoes · green salad
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
Imported Italian sodas
blood orange, grapefruit, pomegranate
LemonAID
home-made with organic lemons
R2 → EMS VOLUNT E ER EMERGENCY SERVICES
Still or sparkling water
250ml / 750ml
R3 → FRI ENDS OF THE RIVER HOUT BAY
Chinotto
bittersweet Italian cola-style soda
Rock Shandy
Steelworks
Tizers
BOS organic ice tea
Soda cans / Mixers
300ml / 200ml
Milkshakes
chocolate, strawberry, banana, hazelnut, vanilla, cinnamon, mixed berry, blueberry, caramel
Espresso
single / double
Americano
Cappuccino / Latte
Cortado
Macchiato
Hot chocolate
Tea
breakfast / rooibos / speciality
Almond milk
added to any coffee · oat or soy — please ask your waiter
Dolci
Not-tella Sweet Pizza
sweet pizza, hazelnut chocolate spread (non-dairy), banana, caramel sauce
Tiramisu
mascarpone, free-range eggs, coffee, marsala, sugar, savoiardi (contains alcohol)
Crème Brûlée
a classic, silky vanilla custard under a crackling caramel top
Baked Ricotta Cheesecake
served with vanilla ice cream
Affogato
a shot of hot espresso over vanilla ice cream
Ice Cream & Sauce
vanilla, 1 / 2 scoops — home-made chocolate or caramel sauce, or fruit
Don Pedro
a grown-up boozy milkshake — whiskey, Kahlúa, Amarula or Frangelico
Malva Pudding
South African favourite — baked sponge in a rich caramel sauce
Chocolate brownie
70% cocoa chocolate sauce, ice cream
Dog Menu
The Springfield
two balls of dough stuffed with boerewors & pumpkin, from the pizza oven
The Little Dictator
bone-shaped mini-pizza with ham & root veg
Joe's Crunchy Balls
oats and peanut butter (no wheat, no gluten, no eggs)
The Rock
frozen hoof stuffed with chicken & butternut
Puppaccino
milky froth for your pooch
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