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Ariel Modern Italian

Contemporary European Italian Pizza
4.5 RR
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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 18h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 22h00

Specials

Date Night

A familiar favourite returns. Our 3-course Date Night menu is available every Wednesday throughout winter. Price - R785 per couple

  • 10 Jun - 31 Aug
  • Wednesday only: 18:00 - 21:00
  • 2 - 12 pax
  • Last confirmed: 9 Jun 2026

Reviews (1742)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.3
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.6
  • Odette Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Cheryl S. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Melanie V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 07 Jul 26
    We always come back to Ariel! It's always a good experience.

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Wed 08 Jul 26:
    Hi Melanie, loyalty like yours is our absolute favourite thing! Hearing that you always have a good experience fills us with pride. Thank you for always choosing us - we are already counting down the days until your next visit.

  • Rob P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 02 Jul 26
    We were a party of five people and we thoroughly enjoyed our meals. Our waiter was lovely and made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be coming back!

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Thu 02 Jul 26:
    Hi Rob, it was our absolute pleasure hosting your group! We love hearing that the hospitality stood out and made your dining experience so memorable. Thank you for your amazing support, and we cannot wait to serve you all another round of great food soon.

  • Andi Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 02 Jul 26
    We had a really lovely meal and enjoyed ourselves immensely. Thank you

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Thu 02 Jul 26:
    Hi Andi, we're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your dining experience. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

  • Meryl Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 30 Jun 26
    First time with you really good experience 👍

    Ariel Modern Italian responded on Wed 01 Jul 26:
    Hi Meryl, thank you for your review! We're so pleased your first visit with us was such an enjoyable experience. We appreciate your support and hope this is the first of many visits. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon!

  • Craig Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Attila Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
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