Asta Italian Restaurant Menu

Introducing the Menu at Asta Italian Restaurant

At Asta Italian Restaurant, the culinary experience is a delightful journey through authentic Italian flavors. Nestled in the heart of Stellenbosch, this cozy eatery offers a menu that tantalizes the senses. Start with the vibrant Mista Salad or indulge in the classic Caprese Salad, both drizzled with fragrant basil pesto.

• Pizza Lovers: The Siciliana, topped with anchovies and olives, is a must-try, while the traditional Margherita showcases simplicity at its best.
• Pasta Heaven: Guests rave about the rich Bolognese—a true testament to the art of Italian cooking.
• Sweet Finish: Don’t miss the indulgent Tiramisu or the unique Chocolate Salami, guaranteed to leave you in bliss.

With friendly service and a warm ambiance, Asta is a perfect spot for family celebrations or casual dinners.

Starters

• Mista Salad (V)

  Mixed green salad, fior de latte, olives, cherry tomatoes & carrot shavings, drizzled with a basil pesto & balsamic dressing

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Caprese Salad (V)

  Fior de latte, cherry tomatoes, olives & rocket, drizzled with a basil pesto & balsamic dressing

  $ ZAR 90.00

• Panzanella Salad

  Cherry tomatoes, anchovies, olives, capers, red onions & toasted ciabatta

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Carpaccio

  Bresaola cured beef, parmesan shavings & rocket

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Mussels

  Mussels, white wine, garlic, parsley, napoletana & toasted ciabatta

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Iseo Bruschetta

  Mozzarella, capers, and anchovies on toasted ciabatta

  $ ZAR 80.00

• Pomodoro Bruschetta (V)

  Cherry tomatoes, olives & parmesan shavings on toasted ciabatta

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Parmigiana Bruschetta

  Crisp bresaola & mozzarella on toasted ciabatta

  $ ZAR 80.00

• Verdura Bruschetta (V)

  Roasted vegetables & basil pesto on toasted ciabatta

  $ ZAR 70.00

Pasta

• Burro é Salvia

  Burnt butter, fresh sage & coppa

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Pescatore

  Prawns, cherry tomatoes, white wine, garlic, chilli, fresh parsley & napoletana

  $ ZAR 140.00

• Amatriciana

  Bresaola, white wine, chilli & napoletana

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Paezana

  Salsiccia, peppers, white wine, chilli, fresh sage, garlic & napoletana

  $ ZAR 130.00

• Alfredo

  Ham, mushrooms, peas, garlic, fresh sage & cream

  $ ZAR 115.00

• Napoletana (V)

  Tomato & fresh basil

  $ ZAR 90.00

• Zozzona

  Salsiccia, mushrooms, peas, garlic, fresh sage & cream

  $ ZAR 130.00

• Porcini (V)

  Cherry tomatoes, dried porcini, onion, and basil

  $ ZAR 135.00

• Puttanesca

  Anchovies, capers, cherry tomatoes, olives, rocket, onion & napoletana

  $ ZAR 120.00

• Bolognese

  Pork & beef mince, & napoletana

  $ ZAR 110.00

• Contadino

  Chicken, mushrooms, spinach, onion, garlic, fresh parsley & cream

  $ ZAR 120.00

• Mafiosa

  Anchovies, capers, rocket, onion, parsley, chilli, olive oil & butter

  $ ZAR 130.00

• Russa

  Bresaola, vodka, onion, fresh chives, napoletana & chives

  $ ZAR 120.00

• Cozze

  Mussels, marsala wine, onion, chilli & napoletana

  $ ZAR 140.00

• Ladrona

  Salsiccia, dried porcini, peas, mushrooms, fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil & butter

  $ ZAR 130.00

• Vongole

  Baby clams, white wine, chilli, garlic, butter, fresh parsley & napoletana / Only served with spaghetti

  $ ZAR 140.00

• Burro Parmigiano (V)

  Melted butter, fresh thyme, garlic, and parmesan & freshly cracked black pepper

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Carbonara

  Egg, coppa, parmesan, onion, fresh thyme & cream / Only served with penne

  $ ZAR 115.00

• Ortolana (V)

  Wood-fired roasted vegetables, onion, fresh thyme, butter & napoletana

  $ ZAR 105.00

• Campagnola

  Chicken, olives, peppers, red onion, butter, fresh basil & thyme & napoletana

  $ ZAR 120.00

Pizza

• Gluten-free base

  Choose between the standard stoneground flour base, or a gluten-free base (only an extra R40)

  $ ZAR 40.00

• Cheese Focaccia (V)

  Garlic, red onion, thyme & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Siciliana

  Anchovies, capers, chilli, olives, garlic, parsley & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 140.00

• Asta

  Bolognese, garlic, chilli, red onion, basil & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 140.00

• Margherita

  Tomato, fresh basil & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 105.00

• Capricciosa

  Salami, red onion, olives, garlic, chilli, sage & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 150.00

• Quattro Stagioni

  Artichokes, olives, ham, mushrooms, sage & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 125.00

• Regina

  Ham, mushroom, sage & mozarella

  $ ZAR 125.00

• Capri (V)

  Cherry tomatoes, olives, basil, red onions, rocket & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 120.00

• Marinara

  Prawns, mussel meat, chill, garlic, basil & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 150.00

• Foresta (V)

  Mushrooms, garlic, herbs & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 110.00

• Roma (Bianca)

  Coppa, parmesan shavings, rocket, chilli, garlic & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 130.00

• Prosciutto (Bianca)

  Parma ham, blue cheese, rocket, balsamic reduction, fig preserve & mozzarella

  $ ZAR 150.00

Desserts

• Chocolate Salami

  Dark chocolate, biscuits, and liqueur, rolled into a log and served as slices

  $ ZAR 40.00

• Affogato

  Vanilla or chocolate gelato, served with a shot of cold espresso poured over the top

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Homemade Gelato

  A choice between chocolate or vanilla, made in small batches in our kitchen

  $ ZAR 55.00

• Tiramisu

  Layers of mascarpone, boudoir biscuits soaked in espresso, biscuits & liqueur

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Dom Pedro

  Jameson, Kahlua or Amaretto

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Milkshake

  Vanilla or chocolate gelato

  $ ZAR 65.00

Caffè

• Espresso

  A single espresso shot

  $ ZAR 25.00

• Doppio Espresso

  A double shot of espresso

  $ ZAR 35.00

• Espresso Corretto

  A single shot of espresso, "corrected" with a dash of grappa

  $ ZAR 45.00

• Macchiato

  A single espresso, served with dollop of hot milk and foam

  $ ZAR 25.00

• Caffé Latte

  A tall, hot drink made up of 1/3 espresso, and 2/3 hot milk, topped with foam

  $ ZAR 30.00

• Cappuccino

  A short, hot drink made up 1/3 espresso, 1/3 hot milk, and 1/3 foam

  $ ZAR 30.00

• Americano

  A double shot of espresso, topped up with hot water, served with hot or cold milk on the side

  $ ZAR 30.00

• Rooibos

  A herbal red bush tea from the West Coast of South Africa

  $ ZAR 25.00

• Ceylon

  Black tea

  $ ZAR 25.00

• Earl Grey

  A simple blend of black tea, flavoured with bergamot

  $ ZAR 25.00

• Irish Coffee

  Hot coffee, Jameson & sugar, stirred & topped with cream

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Kahlua Coffee

  Hot coffee, Kahlua & sugar, stirred & topped with cream

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Amaretto Coffee

  Hot coffee, Disaronno & sugar, stirred & topped with cream

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Red Cappuccino

  100% pure espresso ground Rooibos tea, served as a cappuccino would be

  $ ZAR 30.00