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Ottimo
Cnr Cumberland, 179 Queen St, South Kensington, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
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Li
Review №1

I have not had such a crispy base with generous toppings in a long time. Excellent value for money. The salad dressing has changed slightly.

Di
Review №2

Ottimo. What a strange experience. Went there for lunch yesterday because of the motor racing decor. Wanted to grab a pizza and watch the start of the Le Mans 24 hour. Manager was not keen on the idea, stating that it was a family restaurant. Kept the TV tuned to some music MTV like station.And the poor waiter was too apologetic about everything. I eventually asked him not start every sentence with Unfortunately...Such a pity, because the pizzas were more than decent.

Ev
Review №3

Small and intimate, with a decor that appeals to my interest in motorbike racing, I really like the local vibe of the place. The food was superb and both times I have eaten there, the pizzas were covered to the edges with ingredients. I look forward to trying their pasta next time I go there.

Ba
Review №4

Just recently moved into the area. Ottimo has become our favourite pizza joint! The pizzas do not disappoint! You want good pizza? Look no further!

De
Review №5

Great little spot with really good pizza and pasta nice drinks and a good vibe

Sh
Review №6

Really cosy environment and the food is amazing!!! Especially love the pizza

Yo
Review №7

I have always loved Otttimo. 20+ years ago whe we stayed in Kenzington it was our regular Friday night restaurant of choice and midweek when the urge was there. I went there again last night as I was in the area and great to see Marco in his usual spot behind the counter making the best pizzas. Service was fast friendly and professional. Covid practices adhered to.

Ge
Review №8

Really a motorsport venue... educated the bearded wonder. .

Ja
Review №9

Always excellent. Recommend the Penne bolognaise Al Forno with extra Mushrooms.

Sh
Review №10

So reliably great! There is attentive, friendly staff, wholesome food and a cosy atmosphere. We have been frequenting Ottimo for 14 years now!

Sc
Review №11

Excellent food and brilliant service!! I highly recommend you try then!!

Ma
Review №12

I have been to Ottimos several times. The pizzas are fantastic! The staff are welcoming and theyll recognize you when youve the a few times. However, you can make better sangria at home.

Pr
Review №13

Fresh and delicious food, good service and convenient location with parking outside

Te
Review №14

Outstanding food and service. Highly recommended

Sa
Review №15

Foods always great.

da
Review №16

Loved the pizzas they so original

Gr
Review №17

Always great food. Always great service.Bravo Marco

Ro
Review №18

Delicious food and great service in a cosy environment 👌

Ch
Review №19

Loved it, the food, the service, reasonable prices, the interior has cool decor too

Ni
Review №20

I loved my experience at Ottimos! Honestly the best Italian Restaurant Ive been to in Joburg. Their pasta and pizzas are cooked perfectly with no doughy textures as what you would normally find in most restaurants.

Si
Review №21

First class service.

La
Review №22

Great traditional, thin base pizza. Good menu

Br
Review №23

Delicious authentic thin base Italian pizza with an awesome vibe. You can get deliveries on Uber Eats but rather order a pick up and pay let this great restaurant keep the extra

Al
Review №24

Been coming here for 25 years. It has never disappointed. Fast. Affordable. Great food.

Ta
Review №25

Good quality pizza and pasta every time! Great service

Ga
Review №26

Absolutely the best pizza in town

Ea
Review №27

Clean good food is a must try Ottimo has been around for years that in its own it telling you its good place

Me
Review №28

The food was horrible

Lu
Review №29

Not bad pizza, but not amazing either. Very good Italian atmosphere, lots of Italian memerobelia all over. Waiters are good and friendly. Good family vibe too. Great service

Da
Review №30

Great food, decoration and comfortable environment, however the parking is not the best

Da
Review №31

Not so bad

Na
Review №32

Great place, a must go

an
Review №33

Its ok

An
Review №34

Where else in Joburg do you get awesome real Italian food made by real Italians!

Ah
Review №35

Faster, sanitation and hygiene, location and the experienced team of workers

Da
Review №36

Pizza not bad, not great, base could be more crisp, had a bacon and avocado pizza, my girlfriend ordered a vegetarian, (her words) that’s average. So now the reason I am giving a one star rating is simply that we also ordered another vegetable pizza minus the cheese, for a vegan friend. We asked for a second pizza for a vegan and the waiter literally cut us off mid sentence “We DoNt Do VeGaN pIZzA!!”Last time we go to such a close minded restaurant, with such rude staff for more info contact me, happy to chat.

Mr
Review №37

Great pizza, water price is stupid.

Be
Review №38

An institution, been eating here for around 20 years . Great pizza , amazing service , and a cosy atmosphere of regulars . Can’t go wrong with a Ciao pizza on a Friday night

Tr
Review №39

I havent had better focaccia, the service is absolutely excellent, and every meal Ive had here has been amazing!

ba
Review №40

The most delicious pizza I have yet to find. Ottimo is a cosy restaurant, where you will find amazing, authentic pizza that they make in their wood fired oven. Great for families/small groups but due to their small size you may want to make a booking ahead of time. Finding parking can be a mission. If you feel like eating your pizza at home you can call them and order a take away or find them on your favorite delivery app.

Ma
Review №41

My family, friends and I have been going there for years. Absolutely delicious food and friendly service. The food is always on point. If youre looking for a good plate of pasta or pizza, then youre at the right place. They even serve a gluten free option which is great as not many places do.

Pr
Review №42

Gourmet pizza at very reasonable prices. Ottimo have delicious pizzas with a homemade taste that is unmatched. For me Ottimo have the Best pizzas in town! Ottimo also do take aways, not sure about delivery though.

al
Review №43

Amazing good food

Ju
Review №44

Always great

Ki
Review №45

Awesome, awesome pizza and the sangria is DELICIOUS

as
Review №46

I have been going to this amazing little spot for over 25 years. They just get better and better. Honestly the best pizzas in Joburg

Sa
Review №47

Nice family restaurant with great food!

Te
Review №48

Fantastic food, staff and atmosphere.

Ke
Review №49

Dont know it

Li
Review №50

A fantastic place! Consistently delicious, well prepared food at reasonable prices. Friendly, efficient staff. Ottimo is a gem!

Ja
Review №51

We have been going to Ottimos for years now. Never disappoint and the food is really good. There is something beautiful about an established restaurant that has been around for so long, and has never waived on their service and quality. The food never takes long, and I highly recommend a meal here.

Lo
Review №52

Best real wood fire pizzas in town pastas are great two. Big portions at good prices. Love the vibe here always very busy but service stays good. Only complaint will be getting parking can be a mission so come early. Great Motorsports theme with load to look at. For groups or big family I will suggest making a booking. Also offers takeaway.

Jo
Review №53

Excellent food and service. Good food prepared in front of you. A cosey, homely feel.

Ki
Review №54

Great food

Ra
Review №55

Excellent, great food and very reasonable. Good Italian ambience

Ro
Review №56

Ottimo is the best, pizza and pasta always wonderful! Family run restaurant with amazing service. Never disappoints. The butternut ravioli is highly recommended.

Ka
Review №57

Absolutely fantastic food. Been going to Ottimo for over fifteen years. The food is always good. Never been disappointed. Thank you Ottimo!

Je
Review №58

They make really good pizzas with a great base, in their wood-burning oven. My friend says their other dishes are excellent. They have their own generator, which is now really important in our country.However, youre not allowed to swop ingredients on your pizza - even if they cost the same. (Theyll remove the unwanted ingredient but charge you for the replacement.)This includes garlic and chilli, which arent set out on the table to add at your own discretion.The staff are... pretty meh.

du
Review №59

Really good pizza. Friendly staff.

Pe
Review №60

The food was good but Ive definitely had better from Ottimo in the past. Maybe it was just an off day...

vi
Review №61

With all the great pizza and pasta comments down here, mine review may sound a bit different...we had vegetarian pizza...and i feel someone like Debonairs or Romans would have much better pizza...and they are not even Italian pizza chain...Ottimo claiming to be Italian, the pizza was way too ordinary..with toppings of capsicum, onion and few..very few olives...and very very little cheese...well i didnt have the courage to go any further and ended up with just a pizza. Price in the category of 90 for a ordinary pizza is certainly not recommended

Be
Review №62

Excellent food as always. Best tasting sangria and staff very friendly.

Sh
Review №63

Great pizza

Ru
Review №64

Very nice pasta and pizza

Mi
Review №65

Have been going here for over 10 years. Best pizzas in South Africa so far for me.

Ke
Review №66

Lovely cosy restaurant with the most delectable food. Just like we always remembered. An oldie but a goodie. The aroma when you enter makes your mouth water and the staff are extremely friendly and the service is quick. A must if you havent been here or havent been here in a while. Attentive guard outside. A special evening.

Mr
Review №67

Best pizza in JHB, hands down 💪

Ra
Review №68

Always excellent service especially with Elvis and quality food.

Ga
Review №69

Ottimo has excellent pizzas and other Italian fare. It is an unpretentious place with very reasonable prices. And probably the most handsome pizza-maker in Joburg!

Ch
Review №70

Ottimo is a local family owned pizza house. Great thin base pizzas baked in a proper fire oven.

so
Review №71

Food is delicious. A homely feeling.

Si
Review №72

Best Pizza place in town, great service, friendly and humble staff

Ma
Review №73

Warm and friendly , great Pizza and pasta

Vg
Review №74

Loved it

Wa
Review №75

Absolutely brilliant and had not been there for more than 15 years and was as I remembered it. Stunning Calzone

Mi
Review №76

Great place to eat and feel like you at home.

Br
Review №77

Great food, family oriented lowkey atmosphere and friendly staff. Cant ask for much more.

Iv
Review №78

Best Pizza in the East...Safe parking, excellent service, great pizza..Family owned Pizza restaurant...Try them...

Ri
Review №79

One of those unassuming, really special establishments. Owner managed, a landmark in the area. Sangria recommended. Pasta and puzza dishes are great, and my own favourite is the veal. And you might just meet Elvis!

Th
Review №80

They pizza is one of the best and their stuff is friendly

Na
Review №81

Great food and service. The design of the place could be upgraded a bit as it is still the same style for many years. Needs a face lift.

El
Review №82

Great pizza, good and friendly service, good value for money!

Je
Review №83

Always great food and great service. Family run and family oriented. Been going there for years.

Ne
Review №84

Had a good time because the food tasted so nice especially the pasta dish that we ordered.

Ki
Review №85

The best Italian food and small cosy atmosphere , friendly owner Marco and waiters make you feel like family. I would recommend the Alfredo, Bolognese or Ciro chicken. Great for family friends or date nights. Thanks you all are fabulous.

pe
Review №86

Very good experience, food, staff and ambience excellent

Ja
Review №87

Some of the best local pizza around. Good service and reasonable pricing.

jo
Review №88

Good Italian food . Great service

Ce
Review №89

What a great Resturant, food and service is wonderful.

Lo
Review №90

Pizza is good- could do with some atmosphere but friendly staff. Could improve with an updated menu and repainting the outside (very faded). Been coming here for years though!

Ly
Review №91

The waiter was friendly and attentive. The pizza reminded me of how pizza used to be made back in the day. Pizza menu somewhat limited, especially if youre vegetarian.

Pr
Review №92

Excellent excellent service, very friendly & helpful staff, quick & prompt to serve customers

Ca
Review №93

Good pizza everytime.....

He
Review №94

Fantastic pizzas, best in Jozi!!

Ne
Review №95

Pizza is the best in Joburg. U have to try it. I ordered Mexicana

Le
Review №96

I LOVE Ottimos.....wish they were wheelchair friendly though.....🤔🤹‍♀️🤗

Is
Review №97

Great to socialize with people

At
Review №98

Great homely atmosphere, authentic pizza and pasta. An institution that is a must visit!

we
Review №99

Honestly, I go to this restaurant very often. We buy pizza and their amazing butternut ravioli, seriously everything on the menu is great Italian food and very good value for money

Tr
Review №100

Great vibe. Had a party 18 people food came out all at once THANKS GUYS

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4.5 Rating
  • Address:Cnr Cumberland, 179 Queen St, South Kensington, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa
  • Site:http://www.ottimo.co.za/
  • Phone:+27 11 615 2823
Categories
  • Pizza restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Thursday:11:30AM–9PM
  • Friday:11:30AM–9PM
  • Saturday:11:30AM–8PM
  • Sunday:11:30AM–8PM
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