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Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch

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Italian
68 Atholl Oaklands Rd, Birnam, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
(564 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating

Old Town Italy - the very word evokes a sense of history and a portal back to a time when life itself was defined by a seemingly more romantic set of values. Romantic values based on a simpler, slower and ‘better quality’ life. At Old Town Italy these values, as old fashion as they may be, still stand. Foundations, built slowly, forged by skill, fortitude, passion and dedication. It is about slowing things down, celebrating ethics, preserving standards and rediscovering quality. There was a time when a visit to your local grocery store was more of a social event than a chore. Where the butcher knew your preferences and the baker greeted you by name. A place where product knowledge, a hearty smile and sound advice was given freely. Old Town Italy’s mission is to restore these qualities and rekindle those experiences. After all, our body is our sanctuary, temple and the only one we have. Old Town Italy is an authentic Italian market where you can shop, talk, eat and learn.

Reviews (564)

4.1 out of 5.0
Food 4.2
Value 4.0
Service 4.0
Ambience 4.2
  • Chantel A. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Mar 23
    Food, Value, Service & Ambience was outstanding. Thank you!

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Mon 13 Mar 23:
    Good day Chantel, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an exceptional rating and for your valuable feedback and praise, it is highly appreciated. May you have a spectacular week, and we eagerly await your soon return, for you are always most welcome – take care

  • Ilse S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 09 Mar 23 (Guest left no comment)

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Thu 09 Mar 23:
    Good morning Ilse, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us a wonderful rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. Please feel free to email us at customercare@lifeandbrand.co.za, should you wish to share more with us (food 3*). May you have a superb week, and we hope to have you visit us again, for a more satisfactory experience – take care

  • Innocentia S. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    2.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Mar 23
    food is what you should go to OTI for very nice

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Tue 07 Mar 23:
    Good morning Innocentia, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us a rating and for your valuable feedback and compliments, it is highly appreciated and concerning. Please feel free to email us at customercare@lifeandbrand.co.za, should you wish to share more with us (service/ambience 2*). May you have a lovely week, and we hope to have you dine with us again, for a more satisfactory experience – take care

  • Tech Friday L. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Mar 23 (Guest left no comment)

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Tue 07 Mar 23:
    Good morning Tech Friday Laura, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an exceptional and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a spectacular week, and we eagerly await your soon return – take care

  • Monalisa C. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 01 Mar 23 (Guest left no comment)

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Thu 02 Mar 23:
    Good day Monalisa, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an excellent rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a fabulous week, and we eagerly await your soon return – take care

  • Branden K. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 28 Feb 23 (Guest left no comment)

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Wed 01 Mar 23:
    Good day Branden, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us a rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. Please feel free to email us at customercare@lifeandbrand.co.za, should you wish to share more with us (service 3*). May you have a wonderful week, and we hope to have you dine with us again, for a more satisfactory experience – take care

  • Danielle M. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.8
    Food 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Feb 23
    Maybe could have used more staff as waiter took a while to comeback for our food order.

  • Erin D. Dined: 1 month ago
    2.8
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Feb 23
    Unfortunately this experience was just not worth the money. This is mostly because there was no actual pizza class. The chef comes around for less than 1 minute to show you how to stretch your dough and the rest you build yourself. The service was also super slow, the class starts at 6 and you only have your drinks and starters by 7, eating at around 8. It would be way more worth it to just order your own drinks, starters and a pizza of your choice to begin with.

  • Andrew v. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Feb 23
    Really enjoyed my time and experience. I went to the pizza making class for a birthday celebration and it lived up to all expectations. I enjoyed the variety on offer when it came to the wine, starters, soft drinks and then the main meal. Really an enjoyable interactive experience. Would recommend!

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Fri 24 Feb 23:
    Good morning Andrew, hope you are keeping well. Happy Birthday

  • Elizabeth M. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 22 Feb 23
    We had a great experience last night at Old Town Italy and Ash was quite helpful

    Old Town Italy - Melrose Arch responded on Thu 23 Feb 23:
    Good morning Elizabeth, hope you are keeping well. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an exceptional rating and for your valuable feedback and praise, it is highly appreciated. We will proudly extend your compliments towards Ash. May you have a fabulous week, and we eagerly await your soon return – take care

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Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 00h00
  • Friday 09h00 - 00h00
  • Saturday 09h00 - 00h00
  • Sunday 09h00 - 00h00

Specials at Old Town Italy

Eat, drink, Italian! Order any Main Course for dinner and receive a complimentary glass of Terra Del Capo Sangiovese or Pinot Grigio, or enjoy a 300ml Peroni Draught. Every Monday, from 17h00. Italian Breakfast Club: R90 - Jam and Cheese Stuffed Croissant / Fresh Fruit & Yoghurt / LOmelette with Breakfast Sausage. All breakfasts come standard with a cappuccino. Monday - Thursday. 08h00 - 11h00. Aperitivo Hour: Items on offer include select cocktails, house wine & Peroni beer on tap. Tuesdays & Thursdays. 17h00 - 19h00. Jazz & Acoustic Saturdays: Two Double GIN & Tonic for R160. Saturdays from 16h00.

  • 3 Mar - 30 Jun
  • Mon-Thu & Sat: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 3 Mar 2023