Lupa Osteria Menu

Welcome to Lupa Osteria, an Italian culinary haven nestled in Middelburg’s vibrant Midwater Centre. Renowned for its hearty dishes and warm hospitality, Lupa Osteria promises an unforgettable dining experience. The menu features classic pastas like the rich Napoli and indulgent Bolognese, available in both half and full portions, catering to all appetites. The kids’ menu offers delightful options such as Margherita Pizza and Penne Alfredo, ensuring that even the little ones are catered for.

Complement your meal with expertly crafted hot beverages, including a comforting Cappuccino or a refreshing Espresso. Patrons rave about the friendly service, with waitstaff like Sifiso making every visit feel special. With a calming ambiance, Lupa Osteria is the ideal spot for family gatherings or a cozy date night. Indulge in the flavors of Italy, all served with a side of warmth that can’t be beaten.

Starters

• Focaccia, Garlic & Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  A classic wood-fired Italian bread.

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Focaccia, Red Wine Caramelised Onion & Feta

  A classic wood-fired Italian bread.

  $ ZAR 115.00

• Arancini Balls

  Deep-fried Italian risotto balls served on a bed of spicy arrabbiata sauce, topped with rocket & garnished with Grana Padano.

  $ ZAR 79.00

• Chicken Livers

  Chicken livers sautéed in a creamy white wine sauce with sliced chorizo. Delicately seasoned with chilli & garlic. Served with toasted ciabatta.

  $ ZAR 105.00

• Italian Nachos

  Light & crispy three-cheese ravioli served with spicy arrabbiata dipping sauce - seasoned with a touch of chilli.

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Pork & Beef Meatballs

  Italian-style pork & beef meatballs slow-cooked in a Napoli sauce with a touch of cream, served with toasted ciabatta.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Falkland Calamari

  Pretzel-dusted calamari, shallow fried, served with mustard mayo & Napoli sauce OR grilled & served with tartar sauce.

  $ ZAR 115.90

• Oven-Baked Snails, Gorgonzola

  Snails topped with a creamy Gorgonzola sauce & baked in a wood-fired oven. Served with toasted ciabatta.

  $ ZAR 139.00

• Oven-Baked Snails, Garlic Butter

  Snails topped with a creamy Gorgonzola sauce & baked in a wood-fired oven. Served with toasted ciabatta.

  $ ZAR 139.00

• Carpaccio DI Manzo

  Thinly sliced raw beef with sliced mushrooms, Italian Parmesan & dollops of Mr Cipriani’s dressing, served with breadsticks.

  $ ZAR 129.00

Insalata

• Caesar Salad

  Cos lettuce, croutons & a boiled egg. Topped with Parmesan shavings & a creamy anchovy Caesar dressing.

  $ ZAR 105.00

• Caesar Salad, Add Bacon Bits

  Cos lettuce, croutons & a boiled egg. Topped with Parmesan shavings & a creamy anchovy Caesar dressing.

  $ ZAR 131.00

• Caesar Salad, Add Chicken Strips

  Cos lettuce, croutons & a boiled egg. Topped with Parmesan shavings & a creamy anchovy Caesar dressing.

  $ ZAR 140.00

• Caprese Salad

  Fior di Latte mozzarella & fresh tomatoes, topped with a drizzle of herb pesto, olive oil & balsamic dressing, served with toasted ciabatta.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Grilled Chicken Salad

  Tender grilled chicken strips with sliced avo, feta, sweet cherry tomatoes, olives & croutons, served with honey mustard dressing.

  $ ZAR 159.00

• Pear & Gorgonzola Salad

  Sliced pear served on a bed of crispy lettuce with Gorgonzola cheese, candied pecan nuts & a drizzle of lemon vinaigrette.

  $ ZAR 139.00

• Crispy Artichoke Salad

  Crispy artichokes served with fresh rocket & mint. Topped with Parmesan shavings & balsamic dressing.

  $ ZAR 125.00

Pasta

• Napoli, Half Portion

  An Italian culinary classic of Napoli sauce & fresh basil.

  $ ZAR 69.00

• Napoli, Full Portion

  An Italian culinary classic of Napoli sauce & fresh basil.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Bolognese, Half Portion

  Beef & pork ragù slow-cooked in Napoli sauce with a touch of cream.

  $ ZAR 85.00

• Bolognese, Full Portion

  Beef & pork ragù slow-cooked in Napoli sauce with a touch of cream.

  $ ZAR 119.00

• Zingara, Half Portion

  Bacon & mushrooms tossed in a creamy Napoli sauce with garlic & a touch of chilli.

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Zingara, Full Portion

  Bacon & mushrooms tossed in a creamy Napoli sauce with garlic & a touch of chilli.

  $ ZAR 145.00

• Chicken Alfredo, Half Portion

  Sautéed chicken strips & mushrooms tossed in a creamy garlic & Italian Parmesan sauce.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Chicken Alfredo, Full Portion

  Sautéed chicken strips & mushrooms tossed in a creamy garlic & Italian Parmesan sauce.

  $ ZAR 145.00

• Alfredo, Half Portion

  Ham & mushrooms, tossed in a creamy garlic & Italian Parmesan sauce.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Alfredo, Full Portion

  Ham & mushrooms, tossed in a creamy garlic & Italian Parmesan sauce.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Penne Oriental, Half Portion

  An Asian-inspired pasta dish made with spiced chicken strips, Napoli sauce, light cream & Mrs. Balls Chutney™ with fresh coriander.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Penne Oriental, Full Portion

  An Asian-inspired pasta dish made with spiced chicken strips, Napoli sauce, light cream & Mrs. Balls Chutney™ with fresh coriander.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Pork & Beef Meatballs, Half Portion

  Slow-braised meatballs served with al dente spaghetti in Napoli sauce with a dash of cream. Topped with Italian Parmesan.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Pork & Beef Meatballs, Full Portion

  Slow-braised meatballs served with al dente spaghetti in Napoli sauce with a dash of cream. Topped with Italian Parmesan.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Lupa, Half Portion

  A crowd-pleaser made with tender chicken strips, sweet cherry tomatoes & roasted peppers tossed in a creamy basil pesto sauce.

  $ ZAR 110.00

• Lupa, Full Portion

  A crowd-pleaser made with tender chicken strips, sweet cherry tomatoes & roasted peppers tossed in a creamy basil pesto sauce.

  $ ZAR 159.00

• Lupa Signature Pasta

  Our homemade fettuccine with crispy bacon, mushrooms, egg yolk & truffle oil. Finished at your table & served directly from a flamed Italian Parmesan wheel.

  $ ZAR 275.00

• Gnocchi Gorgonzola

  Gnocchi served in a creamy Gorgonzola sauce, topped with microgreens.

  $ ZAR 125.00

• Gnocchi Del Sol

  Sliced chorizo & prawns tossed in a white wine, chilli, garlic & Napoli sauce with a dash of cream.

  $ ZAR 179.00

• Gnocchi Pesto

  Gnocchi served in a creamy béchamel & basil pesto sauce, topped with crispy bacon.

  $ ZAR 189.00

• Spinach & Ricotta Panzerotti

  Delicate homemade pasta filled with spinach & ricotta cheese, tossed in sage butter. Topped with crispy sage & Italian Parmesan cheese.

  $ ZAR 129.00

• Vegan Artichoke Risotto

  Risotto made with artichoke purée, grilled zucchini, balsamic glazed artichoke hearts & toasted almonds.

  $ ZAR 139.00

• Melanzane Al Parmigiano

  Layers of aubergine, mozzarella, Italian Parmesan & Napoli sauce.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Gardienera

  A vegetarian’s dream: Fresh pasta & grated zucchini in a creamy garlic & chilli sauce. Topped with crispy fried spinach balls.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Calamari Pasta

  Grilled calamari, garlic, olives, fresh tomatoes & red onions tossed in a golden butter sauce. Topped with lemon zest.

  $ ZAR 159.00

• Lasagne AL Forno

  Layers of pasta sheets with slow-cooked beef & pork ragù, Napoli sauce, mozzarella & a velvety béchamel sauce. Topped with Grana Padano cheese.

  $ ZAR 179.00

• Prawn Aglio E Olio

  A traditional pasta recipe made with chopped garlic & chilli sautéed in olive oil. Topped with prawns & fresh parsley.

  $ ZAR 179.00

• Fillet Pasta

  Tender fillet strips tossed in a creamy mushroom, green peppercorn & Parmesan sauce.

  $ ZAR 245.00

• Marinara

  Fresh pasta with pan-fried calamari, mussels & prawns tossed in a creamy Napoli sauce with garlic, chilli, & fennel.

  $ ZAR 229.00

• Seafood Risotto

  Slow-cooked risotto with pan-fried hake, calamari & prawns. Flavoured with prawn stock & lemon juice.

  $ ZAR 269.00

Pizza

• Margherita, Authentic

  Mozzarella & fresh basil leaves.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• The New Yorker

  Inspired by a New York City classic, topped with mozzarella & spicy pepperoni.

  $ ZAR 129.00

• The Amy

  A meat-free favourite, topped with roasted butternut, crumbled feta & caramelised pumpkin seeds. Garnished with fresh rocket.

  $ ZAR 109.00

• The Vegetarian

  Artichokes, spinach, olives, crumbled feta, creamed leeks & mushrooms.

  $ ZAR 155.00

• Regina

  Ham & mushroom.

  $ ZAR 129.00

• Spago

  Crispy bacon, crumbled feta & sliced avo.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• The Popolare

  Sticky BBQ chicken strips, crumbled feta & mushrooms.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• Cajun Chicken

  Cajun-spiced chicken strips, crumbled feta, Peppadew® piquanté peppers, garlic & sliced avo.

  $ ZAR 159.00

• The Nacho Libre

  Spiced chicken strips, smashed avo, tomato-onion salsa & thinly sliced jalapeños. Finished with dollops of sour cream & crushed nachos. Garnished with fresh coriander.

  $ ZAR 189.00

• Quattro Stagioni

  A beloved classic of artichokes, mushrooms, olives & prosciutto.

  $ ZAR 149.00

• The Spaniard

  Chorizo, olives & crumbled feta.

  $ ZAR 135.00

• Mexicana

  Hearty bolognese, red onion & green pepper. Seasoned with a hint of chilli.

  $ ZAR 139.00

• Bianco

  A traditional white pizza topped with creamy Fior di Latte cheese, prosciutto & sundried tomatoes.

  $ ZAR 189.00

• Del Bosco

  Chorizo, salami, mushrooms, Peppadew® piquanté peppers, sliced avo & crumbled feta.

  $ ZAR 185.00

• Prawn & Chorizo

  Spiced chicken, avo, tomato salsa, sour cream, coriander & crushed nachos.

  $ ZAR 219.00

• Meat Lovers

  Crispy bacon, ham & salami.

  $ ZAR 179.00

• The Massimo Calzone

  A folded wood-fired pizza filled with creamy mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, feta, & caramelised onions. Brushed with garlic butter & topped with sliced avo & grated Italian Parmesan.

  $ ZAR 195.00

• The DI Mare

  Inspired by the seas, topped with pan-fried prawns, mussels & garlic calamari with chilli, fennel & fresh parsley with a drizzle of garlic oil.

  $ ZAR 265.00

Secondi

• Bunless Vegan Burger

  Falafel patty topped with grilled aubergine, red onion, sliced avo, tomato, crispy lettuce & gherkins. Served with potato fries.

  $ ZAR 125.00

• Chargrilled Bacon & Cheese Burger

  BBQ-basted beef patty served on a toasted bun, topped with Fontina cheese, crispy bacon & caramelised onions. Served with potato fries.

  $ ZAR 179.00

• Vegetarian Burger

  Falafel patty served on a toasted bun topped with grilled aubergine, red onion, sliced avo, tomato, crispy lettuce & gherkins. Served with potato fries.

  $ ZAR 145.00

• Chicken Marsala

  A classic Italian dish featuring pan-seared crumbed chicken breasts, simmered in a creamy Marsala wine, Gorgonzola & mushroom sauce. Served with a side of your choice.

  $ ZAR 185.00

• Hake

  Wood-roasted in lemon butter white wine sauce with capers on a bed of wilted spinach, served with a side of your choice.

  $ ZAR 199.00

• Falkland Calamari

  Pretzel-dusted calamari, shallow fried, served with mustard mayo & Napoli sauce OR grilled & served with tartar sauce. Served with a side of your choice.

  $ ZAR 229.00

• Chargrilled Sirloin

  Sirloin steak served on a bed of mushroom risotto, truffle butter & topped with crispy onion rings.

  $ ZAR 335.00

• Kingklip

  Wood-roasted in lemon butter & white wine sauce with capers on a bed of wilted spinach, served with a side of your choice. Add four large grilled prawns 90.

  $ ZAR 339.00

• Kingklip, Four Queen Prawn

  Wood-roasted in lemon butter & white wine sauce with capers on a bed of wilted spinach, served with a side of your choice. Add four large grilled prawns 90.

  $ ZAR 424.00

• Mushroom & Italian Parmesan Fillet

  Fillet steak chargrilled to perfection served on a bed of wilted spinach, topped with crispy onion rings & a creamy mushroom sauce.

  $ ZAR 349.00

• Wood-Roasted Prawns

  8 Queen prawns served with a spicy garlic butter sauce & a side of your choice.

  $ ZAR 249.00

• Beef Short Rib

  Slow-braised beef short rib, simmered in a rich red wine Napoli sauce. Served on a bed of creamy polenta OR creamy mashed potato with wood roasted veg.

  $ ZAR 289.00

Dessert

• Gelato Per Scoop

  Indulge in a scoop of velvety-smooth Italian Gelato. Available in various flavours: Chocolate | Strawberry | Vanilla | Double Toffee | Passion Fruit & White Chocolate

  $ ZAR 35.00

• Gelato Per Scoop, Pistachio

  Indulge in a scoop of velvety-smooth Italian Gelato. Available in various flavours: Chocolate | Strawberry | Vanilla | Double Toffee | Passion Fruit & White Chocolate

  $ ZAR 39.00

• Affogato

  Creamy vanilla Gelato served with a shot of espresso.

  $ ZAR 49.00

• Creme Brulee

  A rich & creamy custard infused with vanilla extract, topped with a layer of caramelised sugar.

  $ ZAR 69.00

• Cremino AL Cioccolato

  A dessert inspired by a classic Italian chocolate candy. Made with layers of Nutella™ crème brûlée, smashed Amaretti biscuits, indulgent double toffee Gelato & Italian meringue.

  $ ZAR 79.00

• Pistachio Zabaione

  Our Lupa rendition of the famous Italian dessert is made with layers of cranberry jelly, creamy zabaione, strawberries & a sprinkle of pistachio nuts, topped with a ladyfinger biscuit.

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Nutella™ Stuffed Crepes

  Delicately rolled crêpes filled with Nutella™. Served with a Cointreau™ orange sauce & vanilla Gelato.

  $ ZAR 85.00

• Cannoli

  Crisp cannoli shells filled with a silky mascarpone cream & topped with pistachios.

  $ ZAR 85.00

• Baked Cheesecake

  Homemade cheesecake served on a caramel treat & creamy vanilla Gelato. TIRAMISU

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Tiramisu

  A popular homemade Italian dessert. Made with layers of ladyfinger biscuits infused with a sweet Marsala wine, mascarpone mousse & espresso.

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Gelato Shakes, Vanilla

  $ ZAR 69.00

• Gelato Shakes, Strawberry

  $ ZAR 69.00

• Gelato Shakes, Chocolate

  $ ZAR 69.00

• Gelato Shakes, Double Toffee

  $ ZAR 69.00

• Gelato Shakes, Passion Fruit & White Chocolate

  $ ZAR 80.00

• Gelato Shakes, Pistachio

  $ ZAR 80.00

Hot Beverages

• Cafe Americano

  $ ZAR 30.00

• Espresso, Single

  $ ZAR 29.00

• Espresso, Double

  $ ZAR 36.00

• Cappuccino, Petite

  $ ZAR 35.00

• Cappuccino, Regular

  $ ZAR 39.00

• Cappuccino with Cream, Petite

  $ ZAR 37.00

• Cappuccino with Cream, Regular

  $ ZAR 42.00

• Cafe Latte

  $ ZAR 40.00

• Tea, Five Roses

  Please ask about our range

  $ ZAR 27.00

• Tea, Green

  Please ask about our range

  $ ZAR 28.00

• Tea, Rooibos

  Please ask about our range

  $ ZAR 28.00

• Tea, Hot Chocolate

  Please ask about our range

  $ ZAR 40.00

Kids Menu

• Penne

  Fresh penne tossed in Italian Parmesan cream.

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Margherita Pizza

  Mozzarella & fresh basil leaves.

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Spaghetti Bolognese

  Beef & pork ragù slow-cooked in Napoli sauce with a dash of cream.

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Hawaiian Pizza

  A classic: ham & caramelised pineapple.

  $ ZAR 75.00

• Penne Alfredo

  With cream.

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Breaded Chicken Strips

  Served with Italian parmesan fries & Napoli sauce.

  $ ZAR 95.00

• Spaghetti & Meatballs

  Pork & beef meatballs served in Napoli sauce, with a touch of cream.

  $ ZAR 95.00

Cocktails

• Strawberry Daiquiri

  A sweet & zesty cocktail that tastes like a holiday. Made with Bacardi® Carta Blanca, strawberry syrup & strawberry juice, with a squeeze of lime in crushed ice.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Mojito

  A modern twist on a classic cocktail. Bacardi® Carta Blanca, mixed with mint & lime. Finished with a splash of Fitch & Leedes® soda water.

  $ ZAR 79.00

• Long Island Ice Tea

  A mix of five white spirits: Gordon’s London Dry Gin®, Smirnoff Vodka®, Bacardi® Carta Blanca, silver Olmeca® tequila & triple sec, with a splash of Coca-Cola®.

  $ ZAR 85.00

• Italian Job

  A refreshing & sweet mix of white rum, pineapple juice, lemon juice, raspberry puree & Fitch & Leedes® ginger ale.

  $ ZAR 85.00

• Aperol Spritz

  Alvis Drift Brut Blanc De Blanc & Aperol®, topped with Fitch & Leedes® soda water. Garnished with a slice of orange.

  $ ZAR 109.00

• Frozen Aperol Spritz

  Alvis Drift Brut Blanc De Blanc, Aperol®, peach syrup & crushed ice. Garnished with a slice of orange.

  $ ZAR 109.00

• Lychburg Lemonade

  A mix of Jack Daniel’s® whiskey with tart sour mix, topped with refreshing lemonade, & served over ice. Garnished with a fresh lemon slice.

  $ ZAR 99.00

• Pomegranate Sparkler

  Martini Rosso® with Alvi’s Drift® Brut Blanc de Blanc, pomegranate syrup & lemon juice topped with a splash of Fitch & Leedes® soda water. Garnished with a sprig of mint.

  $ ZAR 109.00

• Twilight & Tequila

  El Jimador® Reposado, apricot syrup & a squeeze of lime. Served tall & over cubed ice. Topped with Schweppes® grapefruit soda.

  $ ZAR 125.00

• Smoke and Mirrors

  Monkey Shoulder® whisky infused with brown butter syrup, Disaronno® Amaretto & aromatic bitters. Served on the rocks & smoked with oak.

  $ ZAR 125.00

• Black Cherry Woodford Old Fashioned

  Our Lupa take on the traditional bourbon, comprised of two shots of Woodford Reserve®, Fabbri Amarena® Cherry Syrup & bitters. Garnished with an orange peel & Fabbri Amarena® Cherries.

  $ ZAR 149.00

Mocktails

• Island Breeze

  A delicious tropical blend of orange juice, lemon juice, sugar syrup & fresh mint. Topped with Fitch & Leedes® lemonade. Garnished with a fresh orange slice.

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Italian Sunset

  A vibrant blend of orange juice, strawberry puree, elderflower syrup & lemon juice. Topped with Fitch & Leedes® ginger ale. Garnished with a fresh strawberry.

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Rainfall

  Sweet & zesty - a mix of strawberry juice, lemon juice & sugar syrup. Topped with Fitch & Leedes® soda water. Garnished with fresh basil leaves.

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Summer Fling

  A refreshing fruity blend of pineapple juice, lemon juice & a touch of raspberry syrup. Topped with Fitch & Leedes® soda water. Garnished with a fresh pineapple slice.

  $ ZAR 65.00

Wines

• Bianco & Blush, Fairview La Capra Sauvignon Blanc ‘On Tap’

  $ ZAR 59.00

• Bianco & Blush, Ken Forrester Petit Semi Sweet

  $ ZAR 67.00

• Bianco & Blush, Kleine Zalze Cellar Selection Unwooded Chardonnay

  $ ZAR 72.00

• Bianco & Blush, Lupa Sauvignon Blanc

  $ ZAR 70.00

• Bianco & Blush, Lupa Rosé

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Bianco & Blush, Anthonij Rupert Protea Chenin Blanc

  $ ZAR 67.00

• Bianco & Blush, Alvi's Drift Blanc de Blanc (150ml Glass)

  $ ZAR 82.00

• Rosso, Fairview La Capra Merlot ‘On Tap’

  $ ZAR 59.00

• Rosso, Durbanville Hills Merlot

  $ ZAR 72.00

• Rosso, Lupa Merlot

  $ ZAR 65.00

• Rosso, Kleine Zalze Cabernet

  $ ZAR 80.00

• Rosso, Beyerskloof Pinotage

  $ ZAR 95.00