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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 (2603)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Pieter V. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Aug 26
    Must have been one of my best meal experiences…

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sun 02 Aug 26:
    Hi Pieter, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that your visit to The Cousins Trattoria was one of your best meal experiences. It means a great deal to our team to know we made such a memorable impression. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Shume v. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Aug 26
    A great first experience at The Cousins and we will absolutely be back. Might be some of the best pasta we’ve had in Cape Town and all the staff members are absolutely wonderful.

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sun 02 Aug 26:
    Hi Shume, Thank you for your lovely review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are delighted to hear that your first visit was such a great experience and that you enjoyed what may have been some of the best pasta you have had in Cape Town. It is also wonderful to know our staff members made you feel so welcome. We look forward to seeing you again soon. The Team

  • Louis H. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 01 Aug 26:
    Hi Louis, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review and for your strong rating. We are so pleased to know you had a positive experience at The Cousins Trattoria. Your support means a great deal to our team, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. The Team

  • Petrus M. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 01 Aug 26:
    Hi Petrus, Thank you for your 5-star review of The Cousins Trattoria. We are so pleased to know you had a great experience with us, even without a written comment. Your support means a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Nadia G. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 01 Aug 26:
    Hi Nadia, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad to know you had a positive experience at The Cousins Trattoria and appreciate your support. Your feedback means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another enjoyable visit. The Team

  • Lydia G. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Aug 26
    The layered cake was amazing!

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Sat 01 Aug 26:
    Hi Lydia, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the layered cake at The Cousins Trattoria. It is wonderful to know it was such a highlight of your visit. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back again soon for another sweet treat. The Team

  • Lucy R. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 31 Jul 26
    Excellent service, waiter with a sense of humour, and declicious food!

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Fri 31 Jul 26:
    Hi Lucy, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent service, the waiter’s sense of humour, and the delicious food at The Cousins Trattoria. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Surprise M. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 31 Jul 26
    I am definitely going back!

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Fri 31 Jul 26:
    Hi Surprise, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so happy to hear that you had such a great experience at The Cousins Trattoria and that you are definitely planning to come back. Your support means a lot to our team, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. The Team

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

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Jul 26
    I totally LOVE Cousin's, the meals, experience and atmosphere.. The staff and management is amazing.. How they take the time to ensure we fully satisfied with our meals and experience. A Huge Thank You for the experience.. Can't wait to visit again

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Thu 30 Jul 26:
    Hi Denzel, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that you love the meals, atmosphere, and overall experience at The Cousins Trattoria. It is especially rewarding to know our staff and management made you feel well taken care of and fully satisfied. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

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

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Jul 26
    This is by far my favourite spot in Cape Town for authentic Italian food!

    The Cousins Trattoria responded on Thu 30 Jul 26:
    Hi Joahn, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that The Cousins Trattoria is your favourite spot in Cape Town for authentic Italian food. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another delicious meal. The Team

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