La Pentola, Riviera

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Restaurant description

Warm, delightful, with an eclectic d?cor, La Pentola specialises in International Cuisine with South African flavours. Established in 1995, the restaurant?s culinary roots are drawn from French, Italian and rich Mediterranean flavours, fused with the best local produce available. No compromise is taken when using olive oil, real butter, fresh herbs and cream. All dishes are freshly prepared and absolutely no MSG or artificial flavouring is used in any of our cooking. Only grain fed Beef, Chicken and Duck is used in our dishes and we pride ourselves on being able to cater for virtually every dietary requirement, from lactose intolerant to diabetic.

The menu, created by internationally renowned Chef Patron & Author, Shane Sauvage, offers everything from starters, soups, salads, poultry, seafood and meat dishes, also incorporating an inspiring, superior range of vegetarian fare. Specialities alternate regularly to reflect a steady flow of original ideas and combinations; game being a permanent fixture for the adventurous diner - Crocodile in a Mexican-style, tequila, chilli and tomato pastry to name only one.

To complete the meal a decadent range of in-house desserts reflect the mood and the season. A must is the chocolate terrine or strawberry orgy which will leave you both satisfied and looking forward to a next visit.

Wines are selected from a Diners Club Excellence Award-Winning wine list which make it one of the Top 20 wine lists in the country. An exciting and extensive variety of liqueurs, cognacs, whiskies and digestives are available to complete the dining experience.

La Pentola is a unique dining experience which is not limited just to the restaurant venue. Shane and his team travel and can cater for anything from an exclusive dinner party at your home to a large corporate seminar.

After 12 years La Pentola is one of the most critically acclaimed and successful restaurant's in Pretoria's culinary history. La Pentola is the perfect venue to celebrate life and your special occasions, business functions, birthday parties, year end functions, wedding receptions etc. At La Pentola you will have a superb meal, professional educated service, personal attention, a vibrant atmosphere and warm South African hospitality.

Reviews for La Pentola(4 reviews)

Average rating

4.5 / 5.0

4 reviews

Average rating

4.5 / 5.0 (4 reviews)

The best!

Anonymous

The best restaurant in Mzanzi by far! Food and Wine absolutely divine.

La Pentola...An oasis in a sea of mediocre restaurants

Anonymous

"We absolutely love La Pentola!!!
The fusion Chef, Shane Sauvage, has even made his legacy known in Stellenbosch. I have been told this by my daughter who currently studies ther..." Read more "We absolutely love La Pentola!!!
The fusion Chef, Shane Sauvage, has even made his legacy known in Stellenbosch. I have been told this by my daughter who currently studies there, and aparantly it is a favourite among students when on holiday in Pretoria.

As for my own experience, I was firstly baffled by the friendly welcome we received as my wife and I entered the door. This was then followed by a refreshing welcome drink and the menu practically performed for us.
after deciding on the Afro Parision salad for my wife, and the Aztec Mushrooms for myself, the great service continued by keeping our glasses full and the conversation flowing.
Before we knew it, the startes were on the table, accompanied by fresh home made bread.These delicious startes were followed by an intermediate sorbet, which I was told by our waiter, is used to cleanse the palette.
Then came the main course of my perfecly prepared San Antonio Fillet(flamed at the table and served with a pepper sauce), and my wifes Lobster tails, which were purely orgasmic.

All in all, I must say that it was one of the most memorable and tasteful meals I have ever had!
Sadly, we could not find space for dessert as the portions are very generous, but we have already made a date to return and have the dessert first.

Thank You La Pentola for making our wedding anniversary a night to remember and relive."