Authentic Italian Cuisine
Authentic Italian Flavors in Nakawa
Experience the taste of Italy in Kampala. Our kitchen prepares each dish with the same care we'd serve family — using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and traditional recipes passed down through generations.
Location
Bandali Rise 2, Nakawa
Kampala, Uganda
Hours
Tue-Sun: 11am - 10pm
Mon: Closed
Phone
+256 750 424 344
WhatsApp available
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Authentic Italian Dining
Our Story
Where Italian Tradition Meets Kampala
Gatto Matto (which means "Crazy Cat" in Italian) brings the heart of Italy to the heart of Kampala. Our family recipes, passed down through generations, meet the freshest local ingredients for a dining experience that feels like coming home — if home were a cozy Milanese bistro.
Every pasta is made fresh daily. Every sauce simmers for hours. Every dish carries our promise: authentic flavor, elegant preparation, and a welcome you'll remember.
Fresh Pasta
Made daily
Local Sourcing
Fresh ingredients
Our Kitchen
A Taste of Italy
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Italian pasta dish
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Restaurant interior
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Fresh pasta preparation
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Wine selection
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Chef plating dish
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Dessert presentation
Reviews
What Our Guests Say
"The best Italian food I've had in East Africa. The carbonara is absolutely authentic — just like I had in Rome. The ambiance is perfect for a special evening out."
Sarah M.
Kampala
"We came for dinner and keeps coming back. The staff treats you like family, and every dish is prepared with such care. The tiramisu is a must-try!"
James K.
Ntinda
"Finally, a real Italian restaurant in Kampala! The risotto is perfectly creamy, and the wine selection is excellent. Perfect date night spot."
Priya S.
Kololo
Visit Us
Find Us in Nakawa
Located on Bandali Rise 2 in the heart of Nakawa, we're easy to find and have ample parking. Look for the terracotta door — that's us!
Address
Bandali Rise 2, Nakawa
Kampala, Uganda
Phone
+256 750 424 344Hours
Tuesday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday: Closed
Your Table is Ready
Reserve your spot for an authentic Italian experience. Call us or WhatsApp to book your table — we'll make sure it's ready.