What to order at Massimo's

Must order
A thin, crispy wood-fired pizza, with a handcrafted pasta for the table
Signature dishes
Wood-fired pizza, Fresh pasta, Tiramisu
Editor tip
Weekend dinners fill up fast, book ahead if you want a table on a Friday or Saturday night.
CuisineItalian
Price$$
NeighborhoodHout Bay
HoursMon-Thu 16:00-22:00, Fri-Sun 12:00-22:00.
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Location

Address: Hout Bay Main Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town 7806

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