Almost to cue we arrived at the Italian Club in Bedfordview as a Ferrari with incredibly flashy gold rims roared its engine in the parking lot to the delight of its owner. An authentic Italian social club, the entrance of the club is home to a sculpture by Edoardo Villa, arguably South Africa's most famous Italian citizen (1915–2011). 

SetteBello tucked into the Italian Club has the look of a glass canteen with its huge roomy interior and tiled floors, which the owners have softened with plenty of Italian goods and a friendly welcome. 

It's a casual spot, with the restaurant overlooking the Italian Club's green sports fields and there is a sizeable wraparound terrace. The food is super tasty, and the place has a lively atmosphere. Order the excellent pasta dishes (the puttanesca is a particular highlight) and wood-fired pizzas. SetteBello also offers all their dishes as takeaways or for delivery.  

A cucina, deli and vinoteca selling wine (in regular times) they also have introduced an innovative antipasto which allows you to build your own range of starters. 

The restaurant offers a lockdown mini menu on Wed and Thu (for sit-down, take aways and deliveries) and a full sit-down menu Fri to Sun.