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Your Italian Restaurant in Cape Town

The Cousins Trattoria was an idea created by Andrea, Simone and Luca who wanted to bring their knowledge and passion for food to Cape Town.

These cousins from Romagna, on the Adriatic coast of Italy, have lived in (and loved) Cape Town for many years, but felt there was not a place in the city where they could find the simple, authentic Italian food they had grown up with, in their homeland.

So joining their skills, they opened The Cousins Trattoria, where Andrea makes fresh pasta every morning, using only fresh and natural ingredients, just like Mama does! Bread and tiramisu are baked daily; great coffee and a passion for service makes this easy going place a heaven for the senses.

Buon Appetito!!!

Opening Hours

  • Monday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 18h00 - 22h00

Reviews (2639)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.7
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Wolfgang D. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 06 Sep 26 (Guest left no comment)

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Mon 07 Sep 26:
    Hi Wolfgang, Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful rating for The Cousins Trattoria. We are delighted to know you had a great experience with us, and we truly appreciate your support. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Belinda Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 06 Sep 26
    Unfortunately the tiramisu was disappointing

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Mon 07 Sep 26:
    Hi Belinda, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about The Cousins Trattoria. We are sorry to hear the tiramisu was disappointing, as we always aim for every dish to be a highlight of the meal. Your comments are appreciated and will be shared with our team. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back and provide a better experience next time. The Team

  • Andre C. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 06 Sep 26
    Excellent food, fast service and friendly staff

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Mon 07 Sep 26:
    Hi Andre, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the excellent food, fast service, and friendly team. Your kind words mean a great deal to us and are truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Allister Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 04 Sep 26
    The best in town

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Allister, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are so pleased to hear you think we are the best in town. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team and are truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • carl B. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 04 Sep 26
    Excellent would definitely recommend 👌

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Carl, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are so pleased to hear you had an excellent experience and truly appreciate your recommendation. Your kind words mean a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Juergen D. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 04 Sep 26
    Super tasty authentic Italian food.

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Juergen, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed our super tasty, authentic Italian food. It is wonderful to know we delivered the kind of experience we aim for. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Andrew D. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 02 Sep 26
    Brilliant, just worried the pricing will drive us locals away.

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Andrew, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are delighted you thought your visit was brilliant, and we appreciate your honest feedback about pricing. We always aim to offer great value alongside a memorable dining experience, and your comments are very helpful to us. We hope to welcome you back again soon. The Team

  • Julie S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 29 Aug 26
    Just one of the best meals I have ever had And the ambience and staff are unmatched.

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Julie, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are so pleased to hear that you had one of the best meals you have ever had and that the ambience and staff made such a strong impression. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Helen Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 28 Aug 26
    We love having early suppers at Cousins every Thursday ,during the City Hall symphony seasons 4 times a year and the staff are always wonderful to us

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Helen, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are so pleased to hear that your early suppers with us during the City Hall symphony seasons have become a tradition, and that our staff have always made you feel so welcome. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again next Thursday. The Team

  • Allister R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 28 Aug 26
    The best

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 05 Sep 26:
    Hi Allister, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are delighted to hear you had such a great experience and that you enjoyed your visit enough to call it the best. Your kind words mean a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

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