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Ariel Modern Italian

Contemporary European Italian Pizza Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 90 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
4.5
(1869 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace

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Ariel Modern Italian is the culmination of years of passion for industry and product. Napoli meets New York in this beautiful iteration of the local Italian eatery. Sourcing only the finest Italian products available, we have created a reminiscence of European street dining. Wind down your afternoon in style with our incredible Neapolitan pizzas, pastas and some of our classic cocktails. Ariel is a dedication to the simple elegance of Italian cuisine and while we may not be traditional, we pay homage to what it means to eat a good meal with good people. Friends, togetherness, celebration and joy - at Ariel you are right where you meant to be.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 22h00

Specials

Date Night

Date Night is back at Ariel Modern Italian. Get cosy with us every Tuesday and treat your significant other to a 3 course set menu in our casa. 3 course set menu. R695 per couple sharing (excl. drinks and gratuity). Bookings are strongly recommended.

  • 12 May - 30 Sep
  • Tuesday only: 12:00 - 21:00
  • 2 pax only
  • Last confirmed: 12 May 2025

Reviews (1869)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.3
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.6
  • Lerato M. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 12 Jul 25
    awesome staff, very accommodating and amazing food 10/10 would recommend

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Sun 13 Jul 25:
    Hi Lerato, your review made our day! Nothing makes us happier knowing you felt well taken care of and that the food hit all the right notes. A 10/10 from you means the world to us. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

  • Rowan T. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 10 Jul 25
    As always a great experience! A pity the Spaghetti Ala Griccia is no longer on the menu but the meal was great.

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Thu 10 Jul 25:
    Hi Rowan, it is wonderful to hear that you always have a great experience with us. We appreciate your nostalgia for our classic dishes, but we're always looking to innovate and bring new dishes to the table to keep things fresh and exciting for our guests! Glad you still enjoyed your meal, and we can't wait to see you again soon!

  • Amy S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Diana Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Jul 25
    The lamb ragu pasta was delicious!

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Tue 08 Jul 25:
    Hi Diana, thank you for your kind words! Nothing makes us happier than knowing you enjoyed your meal. We look forward to serving you again soon!

  • Tiffany A. Dined: 1 week ago
    2.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Jul 25
    The service started off not so well, but we waited about 10 minutes before anyone attended to us we just sat there looking for service. Eventually, our waiter arrived, and we were a group of 9 people. For the rest of the night, the service was good. The ambience was just okay – perhaps it wasn't ideal for a dinner setting. The food, however, was good.

  • Bissan A. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • HOLLY A. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 04 Jul 25
    The starter of whipped ricotta and bread was delicious and very generously portioned. The ricotta I think was over whipped but tasty nonetheless. The vodka pasta was underseasoned and slightly overcooked; I much prefer al dente. It had a tasty sauce but again it was underseasoned. The pudding of cremino with salted caramel ice cream was a total knockout and was a superb dish. I'd go back for the sweets anyday. Service was excellent: friendly, attentive and professional.

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Fri 04 Jul 25:
    Hi Holly, we're really glad to hear you felt warmly welcomed and well looked after - that's exactly the kind of service we aim to deliver, and we're so pleased you experienced it. While it's great to know that some elements of your meal impressed, we're sorry to hear that not everything exceeded your expectations. As our ongoing commitment to excellence, we will share your feedback with our chef to review and act upon accordingly. We'd love to welcome you back again soon for another visit!

  • Morgan W. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 02 Jul 25
    loved loved loved for our date night Staff was fun and food superb. Def be back

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Wed 02 Jul 25:
    Hi Morgan, we loved your review! Our team had just as much fun hosting you, and we’re so glad the food hit the spot. We’re already counting down the days until we can welcome you back again.

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