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What to order
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Seafood
Mentioned multiple times as fresh, delicious, and top standard, with reviewers calling it the best seafood in Lusaka and praising the great seafood selection.
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Sushi
Recommended for being very fresh and delicious, and also described as part of the restaurant’s top-standard food selection.
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Steaks
Frequently praised, including a strong recommendation for steaks and comments that the steaks are of top standard and worth coming back for.
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Butternut Soup
Called mouth watering and delicious, with one reviewer specifically saying the curry butternut soup is tasty and memorable.
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Calamari
Highlighted as a favorite dish and described as fresh and delicious, making it one of the standout items in the reviews.
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Fried Squids
Praised for being very fresh and delicious, especially in one review that specifically mentioned enjoying the fried squids.
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Coffee
Recommended by a reviewer who came specifically for the coffee and said they were not disappointed.
Details
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 8 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10:30 PM |
About Piatto
Piatto is a restaurant in Lusaka, Zambia serving Mediterranean food with sushi, seafood, steaks, and other dishes. Reviews consistently praise the fresh food, especially sushi, prawns, fried calamari, seafood, and butternut soup, along with the service and ambiance. It is described as cozy, romantic, and suited to fine dining, with live music also mentioned often. Reviewers also note that it works well for couples, families, and group meals.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Sports
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Halal food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Piatto known for?
Piatto is best known for sushi and seafood dishes, especially the sushi, fried calamari, prawns, and seafood platter that come up repeatedly in reviews. Guests also mention the butternut soup, which is described as fresh and flavorful, alongside a fine dining experience in Lusaka.
What dishes are most recommended at Piatto?
Reviewers most often recommend sushi, fried calamari, prawns, seafood platter, and the curry butternut soup. Several comments also mention steaks and fresh seafood as reliable choices, with food described as high quality and well presented.
What is the atmosphere like at Piatto?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, romantic, quiet, and upscale, with live music and outdoor seating. Reviews say it suits romantic dinner dates, corporate dinners, friends, and couples looking for a fine dining setting rather than a loud party scene.
Is Piatto good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is not listed in the data, but reviewers describe the food and service as worth it because the dishes are fresh, mouth watering, and top standard. The restaurant also offers options like small plates, happy hour food and drinks, and all you can eat, which can help match different budgets.
When is the best time to visit Piatto?
Reservations are recommended for brunch and lunch, and the venue is marked as usually having a wait, so planning ahead is smart. Reviewers also mention a more relaxed fine dining experience at dinner, especially for dates and special occasions.
Is parking available at Piatto?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Piatto have vegetarian options?
Yes, Piatto offers vegan options.
Is the food at Piatto halal?
Yes, Piatto serves halal food.
Is Piatto kid-friendly?
Yes, Piatto is good for kids.
