Italo's Deli: A Taste of Italy in the Southern Suburbs
Looking for a laidback taste of Italy in the southern suburbs of Cape Town? Look no further than Italo's Deli. This welcoming familyowned deli restaurant is conveniently located on Kildare Circle in Newlands and is perfect for anyone seeking an authentic Italian experience.
Looking for a laidback taste of Italy in the southern suburbs of Cape Town? Look no further than Italo’s Deli. This welcoming family-owned deli restaurant is conveniently located on Kildare Circle in Newlands and is perfect for anyone seeking an authentic Italian experience.
Deli Section
You’ll be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere as you enter Italo’s. The deli section has high-quality pantry staples and Italian products, from pasta and freshly baked loaves to quality cheeses and antipasti. You can also find readymade meals, baked treats, vinaigrettes, relishes, and various wines. If you’re looking for a last-minute gift, Italo’s has covered you with Italian nougat, traditional biscotti, and artisanal chocolates.
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Breakfast and Restaurant at Italo’s Deli
Italo’s is primarily a coffee shop and breakfast spot, and their all-day breakfast is a must-try. Other breakfast favorites include smashed avocado toast, omelets, toasted croissants, soft polenta porridge, and so on. As the day goes on, Italo’s restaurant section opens up, offering a range of delicious Italian dishes such as pizza, pasta, panini, salad, or a hearty soup, all prepared fresh on site.
Outside Area at Italo’s Deli
The deli restaurant has a pooch-friendly outside area with tables and chairs, allowing diners to enjoy a ventilated, socially distanced coffee, breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The friendly and efficient staff will serve you and ensure you feel at home.
Gogo’s Free-Range Butchery
But what sets Italo’s apart is Gogo’s free-range butchery in its cozy section to the left. For over a decade, Gogo’s has been furnishing the best-quality grass-fed biltong (and fish and poultry products) to Newlands locals and lovers of real food.
Specials at Italo’s Deli
In terms of specials, Italo’s always has something up its sleeve. Check their social media for updates, as specials change regularly. And do not leave without trying the semifreddo ginseng – it’s an utterly delicious iced coffee with the taste of a well-made espresso and the antioxidant benefits of ginseng.
Italo’s is a gem that should be noticed and will keep you returning for more.
Contacts Information for Italo’s Deli:
Address: 51 Kildare Road, Newlands, Cape Town
Phone: +27 21 683 6949
Website: Italo’s Deli
Working time: Monday – Saturday, 7.30 am – 9 pm, Sunday, 7.30 am – 3 pm
Emma Botha is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s shifting social-justice landscape for the Mail & Guardian, tracing stories from Parliament floor to Khayelitsha kitchen tables. Born and raised on the slopes of Devil’s Peak, she still hikes Lion’s Head before deadline days to remind herself why the mountain and the Mother City will always be her compass.
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