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Casa Toscana Lodge - Home of - Blou Hond Theater and LeSi Singing Waiter Restaurant

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One of the Most Reviewed Wedding venues in Pretoria


Address

5 Darlington Rd, Lynnwood Manor, Pretoria, 0081, South Africa

Website

www.casatoscana.co.za

Contact

+27 12 348 8820

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (886 reviews)

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  • 2/5 Hamilton G. 2 years ago on Google
    My family and I visited the restaurant. Food was absolutely amazing. Most of the staff I found were pretty unfriendly. Hard to find smiles in that place so, I definitely will not go back there. I definitely don't want to pay to be in a cold dining environment. Perhaps we got the staff on a bad day. I don't know. First impressions unfortunately..... Last. If the owner is reading this, then at least he is informed. However, if you want good food, it's a great choice. I wouldn't discourage anyone from trying out this place.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Beverley van der M. 2 years ago on Google
    I have been here here four times now, and each and every experience was mindblowing. The staff is increbible, friendly, helpful, courteous. Booking procedure is a dream. The food is exquisite, and reasonably priced. The singing waiters make the dining experience something to be remembered. I will gladly recommend LeSi to everyone I know. Thanks for a fantastic dining experience. Well done!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Thuwaybah M. 1 year ago on Google
    The performances were very good. However, it was marketed as more theatrical than it actually is. It's simply a restaurant with live music, there isn't much of a theatrical nature to the performances. The waitresses and waiters are very talented however, it's difficult to watch the performance when they're simply ambling through the crowd instead having a central performance area. The food was bland and not very tasty. Considering the price and the ambience of the restaurant, I expected much more and was very disappointed! My evening with my friends was cut very short when a friend of mine (who was allergic to nuts) had ingested some almonds from the side vegetables in her meal. Our friend had to rush home to take a shot of her epi-pen before she got a sever allergic reaction. The fact that there were nuts in the vegetables was not indicated on the menu and when we asked our waitress about it, she said "I didn't know what was in the vegetables because the kitchen staff changes the side vegetables everyday." When we complained to the manager, she was very stand-offish and told us that she was just going to check on something in the kitchen and come back. She never apologized to us and proceeded to ignore us for 20 minutes. Eventually our waitress came back to the table and offered us a bottle of sparkling wine on-the-house as an apology. The bottle of wine was worth R45!! I don't believe that that is an accurate apology at all. It is incredible irresponsible to not indicate that there are nuts in certain meals, especially when nuts allergies are so common nowadays! To add on to that, the fact that the manager never came back to apologize to us in-person is unacceptable!! I would not recommend that anyone visit this restaurant. My friends and I certainly will not be going back again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mmasamo M. 5 months ago on Google
    Elizma planned our Family Thanksgiving Lunch. She went above and a beyond the spec. She was so kind, understanding and very professional. Her service was outstanding 11/10. The family were blown away with the ambiance she created. Thanks Elizma for the 5 star treatment. You will definitely see us again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Martin S. 2 years ago on Google
    What a fantastic experience. We went there for our 2 year anniversary and had the best time. The food was awesome and the entertainment even better. Everyone was so friendly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tatenda G. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely incredible… My girlfriend and I loved it. The service, the food, the singing, everything to be honest. If I could rate them from 1-10, it would be 100. Thank you for an amazing experience.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacques “Jaak” du P. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! What a nice supprise! We went on a Saturday Evening, the food is pretty good! The service and staff are incredible. The overall experience is worth returning for! Thank you for a lovely evening!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Peter van der S. 1 year ago on Google
    I made a reservation here to make my wife's birthday special; both in terms of a culinary experience and as entertainment. And boy, did their staff come to the party! We were whisked to a gorgeous romantic table with a good view over the entire space. One of their "singing waiters", Logan, attended to us with absolute aplomb. It was his farewell night, yet he never neglected us and treated us with courtesy and style. The three-course meal was absolutely divine, meeting all or expectations fully. We were later even visited by the Chef (Dorette?) who shared some lovely anecdotes with us. Every single staff member we encountered was warm and friendly. We will certainly be back and I can recommend them without reservation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Christine P. 2 years ago on Google
    The one time I ate here I was put off for life. I can't believe they're still open. Food was cold and not particularly imaginative or flavourful. Owners seem a bit dodgy if I'm honest. If you want an earthy Pretoria West experience, this is fine. Otherwise maybe try one of the many many better options just down the road.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 mbali m. 8 months ago on Google
    I booked to attend an event at the restaurant four days before the event. I decided to pay in full and that was my mistake. On the day of the event I had an emergency to attend to and I had to cancel my booking 3 hours before the event. After canceling, the restaurant admin emails me to confirm if I really want to cancel and I explain my situation to them. I assume that I would be refunded since I couldn’t attend the event but I get no communication regarding being refunded so I email them asking them how the process works. They tell me they can’t refund me because they had already prepared my meal before I canceled on the day then I ask them to deliver the meal to me because I paid and I didn’t consume it. They then say they had to pay the singing waiters and etc. which still doesn’t make sense and is not fair because I have now paid money for products and services that I didn’t receive. I explained to them that it would’ve made sense for them to keep the deposit fee and refund me the balance but they refused they kept telling me about their bogus policy. I basically gave away my money to them for nothing.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cole W. 5 months ago on Google
    For a 4 year anniversary we were treated to hands down the best customer service in Lynwood. Starting with their Sales Representative Lydia that we interacted with to secure the bookings which was made to be seamless. She was very helpful in explaining the package and timeous with her responses. My heart has a special for the masseuses Jane and Ingrid as they really set the bar not only in their profession but also with their people skills and overall hosting of myself and partner. Lastly, to their talented wait-staff who really owned the ABBA catalog with their add-on performances of their greatest hits. You all added an even better side to some amazing dishes.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Janick B. 1 year ago on Google
    We visited the LeSi Singing Waiters Restaurant for lunch. There was a problem with our food order and we ended up waiting some time for the food to arrive but the waiters were very attentive and made up for the issue 10-fold! Once our meals arrived and we tasted the food I can say with certainty it was worth the wait. The waiters were all very friendly and helpful, food was amazing and the harmonised happy birthday song at end was really special. I would highly recommend this restaurant for a late lunch, early dinner. What a lovely experience.

  • 5/5 Jessica A. 10 months ago on Google
    What a lovely evening celebrating my birthday with great service. We had a blast, it was such a lovely evening. The setup was perfect, with great food and the best waiter with an amazing voice. We will definitely pop in more often, especially for the musical experience and the excellent service. 👌 The food is definitely out of this world. Best romantic dinner at the gazebo table which were perfectly set up.

  • 5/5 Anri M. 5 months ago on Google
    I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the extraordinary dining experience I had at your establishment. It was undoubtedly one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The atmosphere and decorations created a warm and inviting ambiance that immediately set the stage for an exceptional evening. The attention to detail in every corner of the restaurant truly made a big difference and added to the overall charm. What made the evening truly unforgettable, however, were the talented waitstaff. Their attentive service was exemplary, and I must give special mention to the waitresses who delighted us with their beautiful singing. It added an enchanting and unique touch to the dining experience, making it an evening to remember. I wholeheartedly recommend your restaurant to anyone seeking an extravagant night filled with delectable cuisine, enchanting ambiance, and impeccable service. Thank you for creating such a magical atmosphere, and I eagerly anticipate my next visit to savor the culinary delights once again.

  • 5/5 Greg G. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent service, the waiters are just the best I've ever come across anywhere. The food is just perfect. Great atmosphere. Those waiters are just next level!!!

  • 5/5 Lizl O. 1 year ago on Google
    Wow! We celebrated our one year anniversary at Lesi Restaurant and they didnt disappoint. We were welcomed by friendly staff members and taken to our private gazebo. This was set up beautifully. The waiters (who sings for you!) are super friendly and efficient. They knew the menu well and they were very accomodating. The food was fantastic!!!! They ended our special day with a anniversary plate that was a big surprise! We thoroughly enjoyd our visit. Thank you for making our anniversary so special, we will have this beautiful memory for the rest of our lives and you nailed it!

  • 5/5 Stephen H. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely Christmas lunch with family. Good buffet choices, and well executed. Excellent service from wait staff, and singing waiters added an enchanting touch.

  • 2/5 Jan Van N. 1 year ago on Google
    Very average meal at a high price. Taste below average, potion size sufficient. Both our meals looked fantastic but the taste was very disappointing. Not even a hint of cider in the advertzed cider pork belly, chicken meal dry, both had to add salt for some taste. Had to pre order during the day after making reservations. Very Beautiful setting and venue

  • 5/5 Observer 5 months ago on Google
    Singing waiters, wonderful vibe, good food. Overall a feel good experience.

  • 4/5 Jacques S. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a mid week break here and did the lunch and spa. It was an overall excellent experience. The food was really good at the restaurant and we enjoyed it. Took a bit long between ordering and the food arriving and the wine service could have been a bit better. It was not up to the standard expected at such a good establishment.

  • 5/5 Pieter S. 1 year ago on Google
    Thank you guys and girls, you made our night special with top class food and entertainment. Staff is friendly, helpfull and talented. They went above and beyond enen surprising us with writing on our desert plates stating: Happy Anniversary. Fantastic experience.

  • 5/5 Agatha E. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a year end dinner function with a set menu. The food choices were divine and presented beautifully. As for taste, it was superb. The singing waiters were also talented and well presented. An all-round great evening.

  • 1/5 Elizabeth de B. 1 year ago on Google
    Phoned and was told it's wheelchair friendly and it wasn't, not even toilets for wheelchairs. Thought we could order dinner there, oh no the restaurant is closed. Not impressed at all.

  • 5/5 Dwayne N. 1 year ago on Google
    I recently had my engagement at Lesi Restaurant. The service and setup was exceptional. I would definitely recommend this place for any special occasions.

  • 3/5 Mohlago M. 1 year ago on Google
    The ambiance was good, location good but the food was terrible. They lack taste. There was not enough vegetables on the plate. The menu lacks diversity :( truly disappointed.

  • 5/5 Elmarie V. 1 year ago on Google
    Last minute dinner plans, wanting to do something different. What a pleasant suprise! The singing waiters were magnificent and the food was excellent. We will be back for sure!

  • 4/5 Luchelle Du P. 1 year ago on Google
    I just want to express my gratitude to the staff tonight. Wonderful experience, glamour glits and passion! Special thank you Jenelle for the little things, the effort..the feeling, made our anniversary so special. You are going places and have a very bright future with the light and fire in you! May God bless you. It’s the little things that gave us that #wow feeling. Thank you to the chef for the gorgeous desert and special message, really appreciate the blessing. The timing was perfect in between meals, the performances in between was amazing. Great night to be remembered. Will see you again soon.

  • 4/5 Amoré Sameera J. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was amazing. When I made the reservation I stated that we celebrating a special occasion yet nothing was done to make it special. Ambiance in the restaurant not that great - cold. I think it would have been a different experience if it was summer and we had a table outside.

  • 5/5 Mark S. 2 years ago on Google
    I'm a scinical old British guy travelling alone for work. I travel a lot! My room and the restaurant are excellent. The staff are friendly and the singing is great! I would return without hesitation. 👍

  • 5/5 Angela G. 2 years ago on Google
    LeSi restaurant: We tried the 5 course meal and the food was delicious! The service and entertainment was definitely underestimated going in to the evening but it was sensational. The experience overall was incredible, I’ve been telling everyone I can about it since.


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