While many restaurants have reopened their dine-in services, some South Africans may still prefer to enjoy their favourite restaurant meals at home. We rounded up our pick of Italian restaurants in KwaZulu-Natal that are still offering delivery services.

Note: When this article went live, these businesses were offering deliveries. If anything has changed, please get in touch with us at info@eatout.co.za.

Al Firenze (Umhlanga)

This culinary gem has been running for three decades and continues to offer fresh, authentic Italian cuisine. The comprehensive menu means you can indulge in a true Italian feast starting with antipasti and ending with the fantastic tiramisu.

Delivery: La Lucia, Glenashley, Durban North, Sunningdale, Somerset Park, Umhlanga and Mount Edgecombe Estates. Sundays to Tuesdays from 11am to 6pm; Wednesdays to Saturdays from 11am to 7pm. Order directly on their website.

Bel Punto (Umdloti)

This family-run restaurant has an extensive menu that specialises in seafood, steaks, chicken, game and Italian specialities. They also offer a range of wines that you can order online for delivery.

Delivery: Delivery fees range from R35 (in Umdloti) to R220 (including Durban North, Ballito and Salt Rock). Daily from 12pm to 8pm. Order directly on their website or phone 031 568 2407.

A seafood dish at Bel Punto. Photo supplied.

La Casa Nostra (Umdloti)

This Italian restaurant has launched a new section on their website to make ordering quick and easy. We recommend you start with a Caprese salad and move on to pizza or pasta. You can also add a bottle of wine to your order.

Delivery: Delivery fees range from R35 (in Umdloti) to R220 (including Durban North, Ballito and Salt Rock). Daily from 11.30am to 8pm. Order directly on their website or phone 031 568 1996.

Old Town Italy (Umhlanga Rocks)

From beef lasagna to arancini, Old Town Italy offers special to-go meals as well as meal kits, an aperol spritz kit and gift packs.

Delivery: Free delivery within a 5km radius; R20 within 10km. Mondays to Saturdays from 7am to 7pm; Sundays from 7am to 5pm. Order directly on their website or phone 031 566 5008.

A dish of risotto at Old Town Italy. Photo supplied.

Origano (Glenwood and Glenashley)

Origano’s extensive menu offers everything from traditional pizza and pasta to crumbed mushrooms and grills.

Delivery: Order on Uber Eats or Mr D Food.

Pasha’s (Glenashley)

This small, family-friendly restaurant is a good choice for those who have special dietary requirements. Pasha’s offers excellent vegetarian, vegan, banting and gluten-free options that include pumpkin and courgetti-based pizza bases.

Delivery: Daily after 5.30pm. Call 031 562 0564 / 031 562 0567 or WhatsApp 064 921 3445.