My hubby and I always appreciate the homely atmosphere at Magica Roma. We often book at number 99 because we are usually in Cape Town for business and they have never turned us down. However, I would advise anyone to book well in advance as it usually is fully booked and this could spare you having to wait for a table.

I keep returning to this restaurant and trying different dishes, after my fifth visit I realised I was wasting my money and time. All the meals I tried were under impressive.

A restaurant where the locals eat which has been open for many years. Delicious fish not on menu but ask for it, similar to Kingklip but slightly softer. This was paired with pasta and vegetables. Others in the party had seafood pasta and Panzerotti spinach and ricotta pasta. Lovely Italian wine. We ended the meal 3 desserts all delicious and different - Melba pudding, chocolate mousse and ice cream

You should see the amount of rubbish they just dump out the back... Probably the most environmental unfriendly restaurant I've come across. The staff are rude and management very dismissive.

Always deservedly busy & welcoming. Invariably good & attentive staff, usually a good range of "Specials". Thus 3 of the 4 of us went for the fresh Cob on a bed of spinach with garlic cream lemon sauce, whilst the one opted for Kingkllp with rice. Very fresh tasty & well presented. The rather inappropriate accompanying veg of steamed carrots was practically untouched. All had coffees to follow. Of the dozens of occasion that I have lunched or dined there we never been let down, although one of our party said that she did recall a recent visit that had been less good, but did not elaborate. Thoroughly satisfying.

Best Italian restaurant in Cape Town, food was fantastic, service was fantastic and they also have a fine Grappa if so needed. A must place to eat if you enjoy authentic Italian food. Ensure you book as it is really busy.

I have been going to Magica Roma for the past 25 years. Have eaten all over the world and no place has ever made a better Penne amatriciana. Both chefs are Italian and put every effort into making the most amazing food. Remember to ask for the fresh olive bread. I highly recommend this fine establishment.

A great restaurant where you're made to feel very welcome whether in a group or solo. Wonderful attentive staff who look after you the whole evening. Food is outstanding, my Tagliata Fiorentina just melted in the mouth, absolutely delicious. Always full of locals which is a good sign of a respected restaurant. You need to book a few days in advance to save waiting an hour or longer for a table to become free.

Hidden in leafy Pinelands, Magica Roma has been a destination of choice for locals and visitors alike for some 40 years. Setting out as a local eatery, catering to neighbourhood and a commercial clientele, it now enjoys an international reputation.On our annual visit to Cape Town, we regularly include a stop-off at Magica, where we are always warmly welcomed by Ezio and Franco. The service is friendly, informative and attentive. Dani took good care of us, patiently explaining the various options, and making suggestions.On this occasion, the six of us chose Kingklip, West Coast Sole, Grilled Vegetables, House Salad, Sirloin Steak, Calamari, Spaghetti Arrabiata and a selection of fresh greens and crudité.We drank Pinot Grigio (R180), Don Pedro (R59) and the usual soft drinks, waters and teas.The food, as always, is very good; it is served as ordered, on hot plates, generously portioned.The bill came to R1,900 (£105), good value considering what we ordered. Well worth a visit; best book a few days ahead in season.

We enjoyed a really good lunch at Magica Roma yesterday. Excellent mezze platter, varied and really tastes main courses and plenty for those with the space for dessert too. Unpretentious, good service and good food. In this day and age of gels, foams and other rubbish Magica Roma ticks the boxes for me.