Mediterranean · Wood-fired · George

A little corner of the Mediterranean, on York Street.

A family-run kitchen where Italian classics meet the Karoo — wood-fired pizza, slow-cooked lamb, and a table worth lingering at.

★★★★★ Loved on Google 122 York Street · George Wood-fired pizza & Mediterranean fusion
Our table

Mediterranean classics, met halfway by the Garden Route.

Welcome to La Capannina, where Mediterranean classics and local favourites come together in a perfect fusion of flavours.

We unite the tastes of local cuisine with those from across the countries of the Mediterranean — a menu that travels from a Napoli wood-fired oven to a slow-braised Karoo lamb shank, without ever leaving George.

“Romantic, serene, and a view of the mountains.” — the kind of night we're after.

Pescatori seafood tagliatelle at La Capannina
Pescatori · seafood tagliatelle

The wood-fired oven

Every pizza still starts with fire, flour and a little patience.

Artisan pizzas, blistered in the oven the way they should be — the heart of the room, and the reason first-timers become regulars.

The family

Run by people who actually greet you at the door.

Owner

Margi Ciapparelli

Owner of La Capannina — the welcome you feel the moment you walk in.

The oven

Connie Mahlanyana

La Capannina's expert pizza maker, keeping the wood-fired oven honest.

Five stars, from George & beyond

What guests actually say.

★★★★★
“La Capannina is an absolute little gem. We're visiting from overseas and were craving pizza on New Year's — we honestly couldn't have made a better choice. Welcomed by friendly, attentive staff, and the service throughout was excellent.”
Yolanda S. Google review
★★★★★
“So glad I found this gem! Amazing view of the mountains. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is so romantic and serene.”
Chanelle Lee Google review
★★★★★
“Friendly staff, delicious food and a lovely atmosphere. A lot of menu options and a variety of prices. Definitely a must!”
Carín-marí Snyman Google review
★★★★★
“Welcomed by the head chef and immediately felt at home. The food itself was simply excellent — do yourself a favour and try the bacon and brie.”
Jean Durand Google review
★★★★★
“A wonderful experience. We started with the brie, bacon and puff pastry — rich, comforting, and perfectly executed.”
William Smith Google review

Find us

Come for the pizza. Stay for the evening.

Where
122 York Street, George
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