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At Polpetta, our journey is as rich & satisfying as the dishes we create. It all started in 2008 in Morningside, Johannesburg, where the enticing aroma of fresh, authentic Italian cooking drew families, friends, and neighbours together. What began as a small eatery has grown into a beloved destination, known for its warmth, simplicity, and the connections it fosters.

Serving Italian comfort food made with care and passion. No fuss—just quality, flavourful dishes that bring people together around the table.

We remain committed to our core values: family-focused, owner-operated, and driven by the belief that good food creates lasting memories. Wherever we go, Polpetta will always be about more than a meal—it’s about sharing a piece of home.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 10h30 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 10h30 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 10h30 - 21h00
  • Thursday 10h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 10h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 08h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday 08h30 - 20h30

Reviews (18)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.8
  • charles p. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 15 Apr 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Polpetta George responded on Wed 15 Apr 26:
    Thank you for having dinner with us last night Charles and we appreciate your review.

  • Kristina B. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 30 Mar 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Polpetta George responded on Tue 31 Mar 26:
    Thank you very much for your review. We appreciate you dining at Polpetta.

  • Nobuhle S. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Mar 26
    Here’s your revised review with the apology included: Great service from the gentleman attending to my table(my apologies for not remembering his name). The food was excellent, and I really enjoyed the background music. Overall, I loved everything about the place.

    Polpetta George responded on Mon 23 Mar 26:
    Thank you very much for your lovely review Nobuhle - we appreciate it very much. Thabo looked after you last night - I'll be sure to pass the message onto him. Hope to see you again soon.

  • Debbie W. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Mar 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Polpetta George responded on Sun 22 Mar 26:
    Thank you very much for your review Debbie - we appreciate it. We see that you did not particularly rate the food and value as a high score - what could we have done better to improve your experience? Thank you

  • Marieke B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 21 Mar 26
    We had a lovely evening and it was special to receive a handwritten happy birthday card from the staff

    Polpetta George responded on Sat 21 Mar 26:
    Thank you for your review Marieke - we appreciate you choosing Polpetta to spend your birthday - we loved having you with us.

  • Riki C. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Mar 26
    As always, a great dining experience.

    Polpetta George responded on Sun 15 Mar 26:
    Thank you Riki - we appreciate your support and the time to place a review. Happy to hear that you enjoyed your meal and time at Polpetta. Hope to see you soon again.

  • Zoe j. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Feb 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Polpetta George responded on Mon 23 Feb 26:
    Thank you for having a meal with us and thank you for your rating Zoe! Hope to see you soon again!

  • Louwina M. Dined: 2 months ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Feb 26
    Great food and atmosphere,service was lacking,I was still enjoying my main course when the waiter asked to put my food in a doggy bag. The service felt rushed,and the waiter made be feel like I needed to go. He kept on asking if he must bring the bill. I would give the place a 10/10 but due to the service,I would not recommend it to any of our guest at our 5 star establishment...

    Polpetta George responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Hi Louwina Thank you for your review and please accept my apology that the waiter made you feel rushed. But being Valentine's Day, our restaurant was fully booked for service which we had to set up for. If the waiter and/or manager was not clear on that, please accept my apology for that too. I see you scored our food 1-star, but in your review you mentioned "Great food" and also that you were "still enjoying my main course". Could I please ask you to reconsider the 1-star rating on our food when you actually enjoyed the food? Thank you again for taking the time to share a review.

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