Gemelli Restaurant, founded by Alessandro Mosupi Khojane, offers wholesome Italian cuisine designed for families. With roots in Roma, Italy, Alessandro’s upbringing inspired his love for food and hospitality. With over a decade of experience, Gemelli Restaurant aims to create truly happy customers through exceptional food experiences.
| Restaurant Name | Gemelli |
| Cuisine Type | Italian food |
| Opening Hours | 12 am – 10 pm |
| Reviews | See Reviews |
Gemelli Menu
Gemelli’s contemporary Italian menu emphasizes seasonality, sustainability, and provenance in ingredient sourcing. With a deep appreciation for Italy’s cuisine, they creatively pay homage to its timeless flavors while infusing their own unique personality.
Gemelli Menu Prices
CICCHETTI SNACKS
| Dish Name | Price | Ingredients/Toppings |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Pork Ribs | 175 | V Spicy BBQ, Apple Salsa, Pancetta Crumb |
| Sticky Lamb Riblets (N) | 210 | North African Cous Cous Salad, Olive Oil, Sriracha Mayo, Roasted Pistachio Granola |
| Spicy Chicken Wings | 185 | House Peri-Peri, Asian Slaw, Sriracha Mayo |
| Braised Lamb Springrolls | 135 | Aurora Crema, Feta & Herb, Chive |
| Gemelli Calamari | 135 | Falklands Calamari, Chorizo, Peri Peri Butter, Black Bean Paste, Chimichurri, Spring Onion |
| West Coast Mussels (P) | 165 | Miso Chilli Crema, Sesame, Spring Onion, Ciabatta |
| Arancini (V) | 90 | Lentil & Kidney Bean Bobotie, Parmesan Crema, Garlic Emulsion |
| Soy & Lime Chicken Thighs | 145 | Sundried Tomato Pesto, Lemon Aioli, Soy Gel |
| Pork Springrolls | 135 | Spicy Cabbage, Korean BBQ Sauce, Sesame Seeds |
| King Prawns (P) | 240 | Grilled King Prawns, Fragrant Coconut Curry, Crispy Leek |
SHARING PLATTERS
| Platter Name | Price | Components | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemelli Platter 1 | 465 | Arancini, Sticky Lamb Riblets, Spicy Chicken Wings, Corn Salsa, North African Cous Cous Salad | |
| Gemelli Platter 2 | 865 | Beef Fillet, Lamb Rump, Sous Vide Chicken, Sweet Potato, Polenta Fritti, Confit Baby Onions, Rustic Tomato Sheba, Peri Peri Sauce | |
| Gemelli Whole Fish (P) | SQ | Grilled Whole Fish, Lemon Potatoes, Rocket, Blistered Tomatoes, Lemon Crema | Please allow 35 minutes; Subject to availability |
SALADS
| Salad Name | Price | Ingredients/Toppings |
|---|---|---|
| Gemelli House Salad | 145 | Garden Leaves, Cocktail Tomato, Cucumber, Danish Feta, Marinated Olives, Avocado Mousse, Red Onion, Toasted Seeds, Balsamic Vinaigrette |
| Seasonal Caprese | 155 | Fior Di Latte Mozzarella, Seasonal Tomato, Artichoke, Basil Dressing |
| Heirloom Tomato Fattoush Salad | 155 | Crispy Chickpeas, Homemade Tzatziki, Olive Oil, Mint & Zataar Pesto, Parma-Ham Crisps, Lamb Kofta |
| Chicken Caesar Salad | 185 | Deboned Chicken Thighs, Cos Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan Shavings, Boiled Eggs, Brown Anchovies, Caesar Dressing |
SIGNATURE PASTAS
| Dish Name | Price | Ingredients/Toppings | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aglio Olio Peperoncino | 115 | Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic, Chilli, Parsley | Add: Prawn Tails – R225, Add: Chorizo – R200 |
| Carbonara | 185 | Pancetta, Sofrito, Free Range Egg Yolk, Double Cream, Parmesan | Family Size – R375 |
| Gemelli Bolognese | 175 | Slow Cooked Beef & Pork Ragu, Basil, Napolitana, Parmesan | Size – R365 |
| Penne Alessandro | 235 | Penne Rigate, Smoked Chicken, Prawn Tails, Roasted Garlic, Proseco, Grain Mustard Crema, Pecorino | Family Size – R480 |
| Chorizo e Gamberi | 235 | Rigatoni, Prawn Tails, Chorizo, Smoked Paprika, Harissa Pesto, White Wine Crema, Napolitana | Family Size – R485 |
| Gemelli Lamb Ragu | 235 | Slow Braised Lamb Shoulder, Olives, Goats Chevin, Butternut Puree, Parmesan | Family Size – R485 |
| Pasta Bistecca | 235 | Aged Grass-Fed Beef Fillet, Harissa Paste, Kalamata Olives, Roasted Peppers, Napolitana, Parmesan | |
| Oxtail Rigationi | 235 | Slow Braised Oxtail, Tomato Ragu, Chilli, Cannellini Beans, Gremolata, Parmesan | |
| Gnocchi di Broccoli | 170 | Potato Gnocchi, Stem Broccoli, Herb Pesto, Chilli, Parmesan Crema | Family Size – R350 |
| Seafood Linguine (P) | 265 | Prawn Tails, Saldanha Bay Mussels, Calamari, Napolitana, Rosa Tomato, White Wine Crema, Parmesan | Family Size – R535 |
| Mushroom Risotto | 215 | Carnaroli, Porcini, Local Mushrooms, Porcini Stock, Sofrito, Beurre Blanc, Grana Padano | |
| Risotto a la ‘Paella’ Spagnolo | 285 | Carnaroli, Saffron Oil, Prawns, Squid, Chorizo, Mussels, Smoked Paprika, Roasted Garlic, Peas, Parmesan | |
| Gorgonzola Gnocchi | 225 | Candied Pine Nuts, Tenderstem Broccoli, Roasted Red Peppers, Local Mushrooms, Grana Padano, Herb Oil | |
| Oxtail Gnocchi | 225 | Slow Braised Oxtail, Tomato Ragu, Mexican Black Beans, Gremolata, Parmesan | |
| Pasta MJ (It’s a Movie) | 275 | Fresh Seafood Selection, White Wine, Garlic, Lemon Cheek, Tinfoil Parcel | |
| Norwegian Salmon Risotto (P) | 365 | Beetroot Puree, Arborio, Citrus Beurre Blanc |
MAIN COURSE
| Dish Name | Price | Ingredients/Toppings |
|---|---|---|
| Gemelli Quarter Pounder | 135 | Beef & Lamb Burger, Streaky Bacon, Fried Egg, Emmenthaler Cheese, Sticky Onions, Tomato Chutney Mayo |
| Gemelli Chicken | 235 | Pancetta Wrapped Chicken Breast, Olive & Red Pepper Stuffing, Roasted Garlic Mash, Butternut Puree, Sauteed Vegetables, Mustard Jus, White Wine Crema |
| Gemelli’s Spicy Half Chicken | 265 | Sous Vide & Charred, Gemelli Peri Peri Sauce, Polenta Fritti, Rustic Tomato Sheba, Sweetcorn Salsa |
| Confit Duck (N) | 275 | Confit Duck Legs, Sweet Potato Puree, Glazed Carrots, Citrus Teriyaki Sauce, Nut Brittle |
| Linefish & Prawns | 405 | Peri Peri Roasted Potatoes, Caponata, Pea Puree, Citrus Crema |
| Blackened Salmon (P) | 375 | Harrisa & Tomato Risotto, Baby Marrow, Saute Vegetables, Lemon Beurre Blanc |
| Glazed Pork Belly | 265 | 12 Hour Braise, Soy & Honey Glaze, Potato Puree, Japanese Pak Choi, Glazed Carrots, Sesame Aioli, Beurre Blanc, Toasted Peanuts |
| Beef Fillet | 325 | Aged Parmesan Crema, Wild Rocket Salad, Reggiano Wafer, Sweet Potato or Mash |
| The “Basotho” Lamb Chops | 415 | Thick Cut Lamb Chops, Roasted Butternut Samp, Green Beans, Pickled Red Onions, Harissa Crème Fraîche, Yellow Mustard Seed Jus |
| Braised Lamb Knuckle | 365 | Roasted Garlic Puree, Pea & Edamame Salsa, Creamed Spinach, Teriyaki Jus |
| Lamb Rump | 365 | Porcini Risotto, Fine Beans & Zucchini, Herb Crème Fraîche, Mustard Jus |
DESSERT
| Dessert Name | Price | Ingredients/Toppings |
|---|---|---|
| Gelato | 115 | Chocolate, Vanilla, Pistachio, Nutella Sauce |
| Sorbetti | 95 | Strawberry, Mango, Lemon, Vanilla Meringues |
| Gemelli Signature Almond Nougat Cheesecake | 125 | Baked Almond Cheesecake, 1701 Almond Nougat, Cranberry, Meringue, Citrus Biscuit Crumble, Almond Gelato |
| Tiramisu | 110 | Savoiardi Biscuits, Espresso, Vanilla Mascarpone, Cocoa |
| Modern Malva | 130 | Amarula Custard, Stewed Apples, Green Apple Gel, Caramel Crumble, Vanilla Bean Gelato |
| Cioccolato | 110 | Dark Chocolate Torte, Hazelnut Ganache, Orange & Bergamot Custard, Oreo Crumble, Vanilla Bean Gelato |
| Crème Brulee | 110 | Vanilla Bean Custard, Shortbread Crumble, Vanilla Bean Gelato |
| Almond & Pear Tart | 110 | Vanilla Soaked Almond Frangipane, Poached Pear, Crème Fraîche |
