Pizza night is a beloved tradition in many families, and Johannesburg offers a fantastic selection of restaurants where kids can become the pizzaiolos (pizza makers) themselves. Here’s our curated list of fantastic restaurants around Johannesburg that cater to the specific needs of young pizza enthusiasts, allowing them to design their own masterpiece and ignite a passion for food.
Joy Jozi
Looking for some fun, kid-centric activities this April? Look no further than Joy Jozi! Throughout April, they’re hosting a special “Little Pizza Chef” programme on weekdays between 14:00 and 16:00. This exciting opportunity allows your child to transform into a mini pizzaiolo, learning the art of pizza making from scratch.
Details: joyjozi.co.za | reservations@joyjozi.co.za | 51 Eastwood Road, Dunkeld.
The Old Oak Restaurant
For a relaxed pizza-making experience, The Old Oak in Linksfield offers a delicious “Build Your Own Pizza” option. Here, your child can collaborate with one of the restaurant’s friendly chefs to create their ideal pizza. Starting with a classic tomato base and cheese (included in the base price), they can unleash their creativity with a selection of toppings like mushrooms, ham, pineapple, and chicken (each priced individually). This personalised approach allows your child to explore different flavour combinations and enjoy the satisfaction of devouring their custom-made pizza.
Details: Royal Johannesburg | reservations@toninocucina.co.za | 078 764 3079 | 1 Fairway Avenue, Linksfield North.
Panarottis
Panarottis is a South African institution synonymous with family-friendly dining and delicious pizzas. Several Panarottis locations around Johannesburg offer a dedicated “Create Your Own” mini pizza option on their kids’ menu. This allows your little ones to choose a mini pizza base and pile on their favourite toppings from a selection of kid-friendly options. Your little ones can craft their own delicious and unique pizzas and waffles right at the table. Each #PanasMakeYourOwn tray is filled with an assortment of ingredients, allowing your child to create their own culinary masterpieces! You can also plan a Panarottis birthday party for your kids!
Details: https://www.panarottis.com/za/ | https://www.panarottis.com/za/find-a-restaurant/.
Piza e Vino
Piza e Vino, with locations in Paulshof and Melville, takes your taste buds on a trip to Italy with their delectable pizzas. They understand the joy of creating your own pizza, offering a “Shake & Bake” menu specifically for kids. This interactive option allows your child to choose a dough ball, shake it with their favourite toppings (1 vegetable and 1 meat option), and hand it over to the chefs for baking. While the pizza cooks, your child can enjoy a fun and colorful milkshake that they can decorate themselves.
Details: https://pizaevino.co.za/ | info@pizaevino.co.za | Corner of Lothbury Road and Fawley Avenue, Auckland Park, Melville.
Fahrenheit
Calling all aspiring pizzaiolos with a taste for adventure! Fahrenheit cranks up the heat for an unforgettable pizza-making experience. Join their fun-filled interactive pizza-making session where kids get to roll up their sleeves and create their very own delicious masterpiece.
Each child will receive their own personal pizza dough and an array of toppings to choose from. Fahrenheit’s talented chefs will be on hand to guide and assist your little ones as they knead, stretch, and top their dough with their favourite ingredients. Then, witness their creations bake to perfection in sizzling hot pizza ovens!
Details: fgrill.co.za | info@fgrill.co.za | 011 452 9704 | Corner Terrace, 1 Hudson Avenue, Edenvale.
Papachinos
Papachinos isn’t just about delicious food; it’s about creating happy memories for families. Their biggest attraction for young pizza enthusiasts is their dedicated pizza-making station. Here, kiddies can transform into mini chefs, donning aprons and learning the art of rolling out their very own pizza base. Once they’ve mastered the dough, a selection of yummy toppings awaits, allowing them to personalise their masterpiece with their favourites. The fun doesn’t stop there! While their creations bake to perfection, kids can enjoy playtime in the designated areas, socialising with friends or making new ones.
Details: papachinos.co.za | https://www.papachinos.co.za/shops
Tonino Cucina Boksburg
Sometimes, family meals call for a little fun and a lot of deliciousness. Tonino Cucina Boksburg understands this perfectly. While you relax and enjoy the warm ambience, their dedicated kiddies area provides a haven for your little ones to unleash their creativity. The star attraction here is the pizza bar, where your kids can transform into mini chefs. This hands-on experience fosters a sense of accomplishment and allows them to devour their delicious creations with pride.
Details: toninocucina.co.za | reservations@toninocucina.co.za | 083 486 3642 | Morris Avenue, Benoni Country Club, Benoni.
From hands-on workshops with experienced chefs to interactive play areas with dedicated pizza bars, Johannesburg caters to every style of pizza-making fun for your child.
