We had the best experience at this little Italian restaurant in Durban north. On arrival we were met by the owner, Craig which was a lovely touch and he also introduced us to his waitresses. We order 3 starters for our table of 4, which were all delicious. Our mains were delicious too. We order the half chicken and calamari and the sauce on the chicken was so good. The filler was so tender it literally melted in your mouth and the 2 pastas were great too. We also took our own wine which was an added extra. All in all we had a great culinary experience.

Thank you Mad Italian

An absolutely amazing dining experience!
From the moment we walked in, everything about Mad Italian was exceptional. The atmosphere was warm, stylish, and inviting, creating the perfect setting for a wonderful meal. The food was absolutely delicious — beautifully presented, full of flavour, and clearly made with care and quality ingredients.
The service was equally impressive. The staff were friendly, attentive, and welcoming, making us feel genuinely valued throughout our entire visit.
From the atmosphere and food to the service, everything was outstanding. It’s clear that a lot of passion goes into creating the experience at Mad Italian.
Highly recommended — we’ll definitely be back! IT

WOW! is as much as I can say about this restaurant.
Best pizza I’ve had in South Africa!
Fresh, wood oven-baked pizza. Did I consume my entire pizza – why yes of course! Have you tried it!!!!
Can’t wait to get back to Durban to get me some more pizza! I honestly wouldn’t be mad if you open one in Gauteng 😉

Drive 45mins just for the lasagna, its that good!

What a beautiful day… Really fun Paint n Sip at The Mad Italian … the ambiance, art and beautiful relaxed happy vibe was just perfect. And the pasta and homemade Tiramisu was sublime. The owner and staff are the most welcoming kind and friendly team in Durban!

What a delicious meal… the food is outstanding… flavours so authentic and the happy vibe, friendly atmosphere and staff just made it perfect! Such yummy lunch specials too! Try the Italian Kisses to end off with a sweet treat!

The best Italian food you can have! My date night favourite, always go for the caprese salad and chicken flattie!

We just decided last minute to go to this place on our date night and what a wonderful experience. The setting, atmosphere, amazing food and lovely service made our night special. Made us feel like we were in Italy…A must try

From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel completely at home. The food was exceptional — everyone couldn’t stop raving about it. A special thank you to Zara, Hayden and Sadie for the warm, attentive service. You truly have a special team, and I will definitely be back.

An absolutely memorable year-end function. The entire Mad Italian team delivered exceptional service and outstanding food — from steaks and ribs to pasta, chicken and fish. Our staff loved every meal, and the waiter staff were attentive and professional throughout. Mad Italian truly has something special.

Wow! This was the best place to celebrate our 21st wedding anniversary. And finishing off with Italian kisses was an absolute treat. We will definitely be back for the best pizza in town. Thanks for making it so special!

I enjoyed overall dining experience, and wow, the pizza was amazing…perfect base …great taste and presentation…in my top 5 ever not just in South Africa…

If you’re after good Italian cuisine, this is the place you will want to try. My wife and I visited this establishment and we were both thoroughly satisfied with the service and of course the food. Friendly staff, scrumptious and reasonably priced food, rustic charm ambiance, wine, beer on tap…what more could you ask for?

A definite recommendation. Don’t think about it, just make the booking.

A very cozy and well-run italian restaurant in the heart of Durban North. The food is absolutely on-point, with generous servings. All the meals were freshly prepared and the prices are good. Try their cocktails out, as they are also lovely! Virgin cocktails available as well!! Well worth the visit and we are definitely going back!!

Lovely Italian food with awesome service! This cozy little restaurant has a very relaxed and authentic Italian atmosphere. As soon as you enter you are welcomed by the friendly staff. The food was absolutely delicious and we were left absolutely stuffed, with a variety of drink options which we always love. Big shout out goes to our awesome waiter Tyron Stewart, who went the extra mile for us. We will definitely be back!

Excellent creative delicious selection and combinations of pizzas and pasta and mains. Highly recommended.

Had a wonderful lazy Sunday lunch at the mad Italian. The pastas are always so divine and the staff are so bubble and welcoming, making you feel right at home. 10/10

Was wonderful, staff were welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly. The food was exceptional – we all had delicious meals. Portion size were perfect. Restaurants is clean has a comfortable atmosphere and in a safe location

Really good vegetarian pizzas with generous amounts of different toppings.

The san remo was tops as always and I love the new gin specials, had such a lovely afternoon lunch

A hidden gem for quick bite out, even if you are looking for a good quality T-bone steak. They will surprise you. Our waiter Joumarie was great!

So I am not a pasta lover, but I can assure you that the only pasta I eat is from the mad italian restaurant in Durban North. If you are in Durban North please try out their menu. Especially if you need to get away from it all and just indulge yourself and your family, the owner, his staff are just the best.

When you get there, you will understand what I mean.

 

The best italian restaurant in durban! The mad italian was an amazing experience and there is nothing like it. The food was mouth watering and beautiful to look at. The service was impeccable and with a smile. Really really amazing from the beginning to the end

Always Awesome at the mad italian, from when you enter the Mad Italian you have an awesome experience. The warm welcome, the friendly waiters, the super awesome Chef and nice manager/Owner. The food was always amazingly delicious. Had a steak this time, never had a steak like that before, cooked to perfection.

Amazing food…catered for our family requirements. Certainly a must go back to restaurant. Service is excellent, Well done Craig…rarely found in Durban

The most delicious pizza I’ve ever had, definitely going back for more. The staff is so friendly with good customer service. Also the owner Craig is an amazing guy. Deserves more than 5 stars!

The best italian in Durban! Great food, outstanding service. Kudos to the owner for being so present and on the ball. Never had an okay meal here..always amazing! Always there with majority vegetarians, and 5 stars there as well!

A lovely place to eat out. Exceptional service and delicious food. Jared was a phenomenal

What an awesome evening we had…the food was awesome…such a great place for a ladies night. service was outstanding and great value for money..strongly recommended

This restaurant has the most amazing dishes. Situated in Durban North, easily accessible. The restaurant is absolutely cosy with the most friendliest staff. We were actually served by one of their chef’s Junior…he was incredible with the knowledge of the items on the menu. His suggestions was fantastic, he would describe a dish to you with immense passion and you will immediately be craving it…I promise you, once the dish is infront of you, you can smell and taste each ingredient in it  just as Junior describes it. The food is delicious and the drinks are refreshing

What a lovely experience. The food was amazing and the service was excellent. Please treat yourself to a wonderful night out dining with italian food. Best Italian restaurant in Durban

A pleasant and friendly place to dine, with good service

Love it, food excellent, service awesome, a favourite in DBN North

The Best Italian in Durban! Great food , outstanding service. Kudos to the owner for being so present and on the ball. Never had an okay meal here..always amazing ! Always there with the majority vegetarians and 5 stars there as well

This restaurant has the most amazing dishes. We were actually served by one of their chef’s Junior. He was incredible with the knowledge of the items on the menu. His suggestions were fantastic, he would describe a dish to you with immense passion and you will immediately be craving it. The food is delicious and the drinks are refreshing.

Fantastic  venue in Durban North to satisfy your Italian food cravings.  With outstanding dishes, prepared with authentic ingredients, this restaurant serves a wonderful menu of tasty and often uniquely prepared dishes, with a friendly ambience and attention to detail.

The most delicious pizza I’ve ever had, definitely going back for more.
The staff is so friendly with good customer service.
Also the owner Craig an amazing guy.
Deserves more then 5 stars!

The staff was so friendly and the food was delicious. They serve good portions and we sat outside and thoroughly enjoyed the breeze with good music in the background. We had so much fun and I forgot to take pictures.

Based on reviews my family and I decided to give The Mad Italian a visit. A totally unforgettable experience. Cosy atmosphere for any kind of celebration. Music was played at just the right volume (I loved the selection….Sinatra etc). Upon arrival we were welcomed by our waiter Jason. Main: Veg lasagne, Gamberi pasta and the most impressive dish Risotto Michaelangelo. Well worth the wait whilst the dishes were being prepared by the incredible chef whom the owner Craig introduced us to. Thank you Jason for the amazing service. Well done to the owner Craig for taking the time to visit our table and chat with us. I truly appreciate visiting a restaurant that has class from beginning to end. I highly recommend the restaurant to everyone and I hope your experience is as amazing as ours.

The Mad Italian is a true gem! From the moment you step inside, you’re transported to a charming Italian cafe. The food is outstanding – I savored every bite of my filled pasta with spinach and mozzarella. The generous portions and affordable prices are a bonus. But what truly sets The Mad Italian apart is its exceptional service. I’ll definitely be back for another delightful dining experience.

Mad mad mad…..u must be mad not to be eating here. Great food full stop. Support small independent restaurants, what a gem going back before my holiday is over.

THE MAD ITALIAN = PERFECTION

Delicious food, amazing service, and a cozy atmosphere. The pasta dishes are to die for as well as the steaks, Highly recommend for Italian food lovers.

Such a nice authentic little restaurant, great food and service comes highly recommended.

It’s awesome it literally feels like that your in Italv.

Amazing good with generous portions & a family staple here in Durban north. You’ll never go wrong with anything on the menu & the weekday specials are great!

I recentlv held a bridal shower at The Mad Italian and was amazed at the wonderful ambiance. My guests were in awe at the setting and wonderful service by waiters Charlotte and Josh. Thank you to the owner Craig for being so welcoming and for the complimentary foccacias. A truly wholesome experience that left all my guests happy.