Cafe Arusha
Experience Arusha's top-rated cafe with a 4.9-star rating. Discover delicious food, a vibrant atmosphere, and excellent service. Plan your visit today!
This charming eatery in Arusha offers a delightful escape into authentic Italian flavors. Diners consistently praise the delicious food, highlighting the genuinely styled pizzas that stand out for their quality and taste. The inviting atmosphere makes it a wonderful spot for both casual meals and more significant gatherings, with a strong recommendation for its suitability for groups. Appreciated for its commitment to authentic Italian coffee and desserts, it’s a place where you can truly savor the experience. With a stellar 4.8 out of 5-star rating, this restaurant provides a memorable dining occasion that consistently exceeds expectations.
This charming eatery in Arusha offers a delightful escape into authentic Italian flavors. Diners consistently praise the delicious food, highlighting the genuinely styled pizzas that stand out for their quality and taste. The inviting atmosphere makes it a wonderful spot for both casual meals and more significant gatherings, with a strong recommendation for its suitability for groups. Appreciated for its commitment to authentic Italian coffee and desserts, it’s a place where you can truly savor the experience. With a stellar 4.8 out of 5-star rating, this restaurant provides a memorable dining occasion that consistently exceeds expectations.
This charming eatery in Arusha offers a delightful escape into authentic Italian flavors. Diners consistently praise the delicious food, highlighting the genuinely styled pizzas that stand out for their quality and taste. The inviting atmosphere makes it a wonderful spot for both casual meals and more significant gatherings, with a strong recommendation for its suitability for groups. Appreciated for its commitment to authentic Italian coffee and desserts, it’s a place where you can truly savor the experience. With a stellar 4.8 out of 5-star rating, this restaurant provides a memorable dining occasion that consistently exceeds expectations.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
It was nice environment! and food was delicious😍We had very nice ham and cheese. Also pizza! here in Tanzania, pizza is sweet and bread sometimes. But this restaurant serves authentic style of pizza! Also they have Italian coffee, I will try next time with tiramisu definitely. Just one thing, One waiter was very close to our table all the time and It was little uncomfortable 😂 Service was okay, so just He needs to learn the comfortable zone with guests I think! This place is serves the best food in Tanzania so far (between mainland and Zanzibar)...this is the best option for a memorable food experience. The food is authentic Italian, the pasta is cooked to perfection, the pizza dough is perfect, the tomato sauce is exquisitely seasoned. The food is served fast, staff is alert, the team working there is pleasant. Most importantly, this not just the best meal I've had in Tanzania but ut also the cleanest meal I've had since I came here. Prices are extremely affordable, excellent value for money be it in portions or quality. Last but not least, Matteo makes sure to pass by every table to make sure people are happy and satisfied. If you want to eat a real Italian food go to this restaurant. The can offer to you the best choice and quality of the ingredients for mark you feel like in Italy. Also Stefano is the best and really kind. I recommend 100%
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18 Kanisa Rd, Arusha 23101, Tanzania
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May 27, 2025
It was nice environment! and food was delicious😍We had very nice ham and cheese. Also pizza! here in Tanzania, pizza is sweet and bread sometimes. But this restaurant serves authentic style of pizza! Also they have Italian coffee, I will try next time with tiramisu definitely. Just one thing, One waiter was very close to our table all the time and It was little uncomfortable 😂 Service was okay, so just He needs to learn the comfortable zone with guests I think!
September 1, 2025
This place is serves the best food in Tanzania so far (between mainland and Zanzibar)...this is the best option for a memorable food experience. The food is authentic Italian, the pasta is cooked to perfection, the pizza dough is perfect, the tomato sauce is exquisitely seasoned. The food is served fast, staff is alert, the team working there is pleasant. Most importantly, this not just the best meal I've had in Tanzania but ut also the cleanest meal I've had since I came here. Prices are extremely affordable, excellent value for money be it in portions or quality. Last but not least, Matteo makes sure to pass by every table to make sure people are happy and satisfied.
September 20, 2025
If you want to eat a real Italian food go to this restaurant. The can offer to you the best choice and quality of the ingredients for mark you feel like in Italy. Also Stefano is the best and really kind. I recommend 100%
August 21, 2025
After 5 days of Tanzanian meals we were craving something Italian! This place is incredible owner is awesome and gets his stuff imported and amazing Italian chef. Bruschetta and margaherita salami was amazing
May 17, 2025
Delicious authentic Italian food! Very friendly owner. Happy to have good Italian food in Arusha. Finally! Highly recommend a visit. Definitely worth it 💯 🍝 🍕
Features and amenities that make MATTEO ITALIAN special
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Everything you need to know before you visit
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