Leonardo's Restaurant
About Leonardo’s Restaurant
A Diani Italian institution for wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta, seafood, gelato and special-occasion dinners.
Leonardo’s Restaurant has served Italian food in Diani for more than two decades. The restaurant focuses on wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta, seafood, Italian desserts and gelato in an elegant but welcoming setting.
It is suitable for breakfast through dinner, date nights, families and special occasions.
Menu
Search menu
Soups
3 itemsZuppe
Classic mushrooms cream served with croutons.
Seafood soup with tomato sauce, served with garlic bread.
Starters & small plates
9 itemsAntipasti - Starters
Toasted baguette with tomato, extra virgin olive oil, garlic & basil pesto.
Wild mushroom bruschetta, topped with mozzarella & oregano.
Beer-battered deep fried calamari served with garlic aioli.
Thinly sliced beef with parmesan cream, rocket & cherry tomatoes.
Slices of sesame crusted tuna, with soy reduction, fried garlic, spicy aioli & fresh coriander.
Locally sourced burrata cheese, served with sundried tomato pesto, rocket salad & cherry tomato with toasted baguette.
Slices of Italian mozzarella and fresh tomatoes, with basil leaves & olive oil.
Per piece, served with coriander aioli.
Coconut coated and deep-fried prawns with a tangy, spicy mayo.
Salads
3 itemsInsalate - Salads
Tomatoes, mozzarella, avocado, red onion tossed in a French vinaigrette.
Olives, cherry tomato, grilled zucchini, string beans, boiled potatoes, fresh parsley, tossed lemon juice and Italian olive oil.
Lettuce, chicken flakes and bacon mix with Caesar dressing.
Pasta, rice & noodles
10 itemsPasta & Risotto
Fresh pasta tossed in a rich Italian meat sauce.
Home made potato dumplings with tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil.
Guanciale (cured pork cheek), parmesan creamed in a yolk, dusted with pepper.
With the gems of Diani's sea and a touch of marinara sauce.
Crab meat, with wine & fresh tomato concasse, pomodoro sauce.
Deglazed with white wine, simmered with prawns, squid, octopus with a marinara sauce and Italian oregano.
Ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese & spinach, tossed in butter and sage.
Guanciale (cured pork cheek), pecorino cheese, pomodoro sauce, olive oil.
Vegetarian eggplant with marinara sauce and cheesy layers.
Signature dish, Nonna's style meat lasagna.
Main dishes
11 itemsMains From the Sea
Seared fish fillet served with romesco sauce and spicy potato bravas topped with mango salsa.
Charred Diani's finest catch served with a cauliflower puree and sautéed string beans with tartare sauce.
Served with a side of broccoli and garlic butter.
Seared and simmered in Swahili coconut sauce sided by a white rice.
Grilled array of Diani's freshest fish, including prawns, calamari, octopus, and white fish served with French fries with lemon and butter sauce.
Mains From the Land
24h marinated thighs, serves with pita bread, a Greek salad, chips and tzatziki.
Locally sourced beef fillet served with a side of chips, sautéed leeks & mushroom sauce.
Sliced beef with spicy potato wedges, sautéed string beans and cowboy butter.
120g beef patty, onion, tomato, mozzarella, shredded lettuce, crispy bacon with burger sauce served with chips.
Italian style crumbed chicken or pork served with French fried and a side of salad.
Milano style braised beef shin served on a bed of shiny saffron risotto.
Pizza & flatbreads
22 itemsPizza
Tomato sauce, oregano, olive oil, garlic.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, basil.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, mix vegetables.
Mozarella, fresh tomato, basil.
Mozarrella, tomato sauce, onion.
Mozarrella, tomato sauce, anchovies, capers, oregano.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, cooked ham, mushrooms, olives, artichokes.
Mozarrella, tomato sauce, parma ham.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, hot salami, chili.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, brie cheese and speck.
Tomato sauce, seafood.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, cooked ham, mushrooms.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, tuna, onions.
Mozzarella, prosciutto, rocket, cherry tomato, parmesan, spicy mayo.
Mozarrella, tomato sauce, gorgonzola and cooked ham.
Mozarrella, tomato sauce, chicken strips.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, cooked ham, pineapple.
Tomato sauce, four different cheeses.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, hot salami, mushroom, onions.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, cooked ham.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, beef bolognese sauce, onion.
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, hot salami, mushrooms, olives, artichokes, egg.
Extras
2 itemsPizza toppings
Extra Toppings
Pizza extra toppingExtra Toppings
Pizza extra toppingDesserts
24 itemsLeonardo's Dessert
Italian lady fingers biscuit soaked in coffee layered with mascarpone cream, topped with cocoa powder.
No-bake style cheesecake served with strawberry sauce.
Italian-style fruit salad marinated in orange juice topped with vanilla gelato.
Warm-hearted chocolate dessert with vanilla gelato.
Kindly, let us surprise you at our ice cream display for the available flavours.
Homemade Ice Cream
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Price per scoop.
Sorbet
Drinks
21 itemsSoft beverages
Coffee & tea
Fresh juices
Milk shakes
Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, banana.
Mocktails
Any cocktail made without alcohol.
Alcohol
104 itemsWine by glass
Wine by bottle
Bosco dei Cirmioli, Prosecco DOC, Italy
Bosco dei Cirmioli Rosé, Prosecco DOC, Italy.
Moet & Chandon, Champagne, France
Santa Cristina Bianco, IGT, Italy
Santa Cristina Vermentino, IGT, Italy
Bruce Jack Reserve Chardonnay, South Africa
Nederburg, South Africa
Santa Cristina Giardino Rosé, IGT, Italy
Santa Cristina Toscana, IGT, Italy
Santa Crisitina Chianti, DOCG, Italy
Primitivo di Manduria, DOC, Italy
Valpolicella Superiore. DOSCG, Italy
Beer & cider
Spirits by glass
Tanqueray
Tanqueray 10
Gordons Gin
Bombay Sapphire
Malfy Original
KO Classic Gin
Leleshwa
Absolute
Smirnoff
Grey Goose
Kakira Gold
Bacardi Blanca
Malibu
Captain Morgan
Aperol
Campari
Martini Rosso
Martini Dry
Martini Blanco
Pernod
Jose Quervo Gold
Jose Quervo Silver
Viceroy 5 Years
Remy Martin
Courvoisier
Hennessy
Tia Maria
Cointreau
Amarula
Baileys
Limoncello
Triple Sec
Grappa Bianca
Montenegro
Sambuca
Amaretto Disaronno
Fernet Branca
Peach Schnapps
Zappa
Blu Curacao
Jack Daniels
JW Red
JW Black
JW D Black
JW Green Label
JW Gold Reserve
Glenfiddich 12 Yrs
Glenlivet 12 Yrs
Ballantines
Teachers
Jameson Irish
Famous Grouse
Chivas Regal
Talisker 10 Yrs
Bulleit Bourbon
Cocktails
Campari, sweet vermouth, soda water, orange slice.
Classic cocktailVodka, fresh orange juice, orange slice.
Classic cocktailPimm's lemonade or ginger ale, fresh mint, cucumber, orange, strawberries.
Classic cocktailWhiskey, sweet vermouth, Angostura bitters, cherry.
Classic cocktailWhite rum, fresh lime juice, fresh mint leaves. Simple syrup, soda water.
Classic cocktailIrish whiskey, hot coffee, brown sugar, whipped cream.
Classic cocktailTequila, fresh orange juice, grenadine.
Classic cocktailCampari, tonic water.
Classic cocktailGin, dry vermouth, green olive or lemon twist.
Classic cocktailVodka, honey, fresh lime, crushed ice.
Classic cocktailWhiskey, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, egg white, Angostura bitters.
Classic cocktailWhite rum, cola, fresh lime juice, lime wedge.
Classic cocktailWhite rum, coconut cream, fresh pineapple juice, pineapple wedge.
Classic cocktailVodka, rum, gin, tequila, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, cola.
Classic cocktailWhite rum, fresh lime, sugar, crushed ice.
Classic cocktailTequila blanco, fresh lime juice, triple sec, agave syrup, salt rim.
Classic cocktailBold and aromatic twist on the classic Negroni, featuring Kenya Originals Classic Gin infused with rich botanical, Campari and sweet vermouth. Served over ice and garnished with a fragrant orange peel.
Signature cocktailA tropical delight blending smooth carr rum with fresh pineapple juice, zesty lime, and a touch of sweetness. Shaken to perfection and served with a juicy pineapple wedge.
Signature cocktailRefreshing and vibrant, this cocktail combines premium tequila blanco with freshly pressed watermelon juice, tangy lime, and orange liqueur.
Signature cocktailA tropical take on the classic Mule, mixing Leleswha vodka with fresh passion fruit pulp, zesty lime, and a touch of lemongrass syrup, topped with fiery ginger beer. Served over ice and finished with a mint sprig and passion fruit garnish.
Signature cocktailA coastal-inspired aperitif with a perfect balance of bittersweet Aperol, crisp prosecco, and a splash of soda. Served over ice and garnished with an orange slice.
Signature cocktailFull menu
Plan your visit
Diani
Colliers Centre, Diani Complex, Diani Beach Road, Diani 80401, Kenya
Get directionsSeen at Leonardo’s Restaurant
A glimpse through the people who visit.
Reviews
Exploring Mombasa ratings come only from approved diner reviews submitted on this site.
Been here? Share what other diners should know about your visit.
Own or manage this restaurant?
Claim this listing to verify your connection, add the official business identity and respond to reviews as the restaurant.Claim this listing to manage its details and respond to reviews.
Know a restaurant we’re missing?
Suggest it for Exploring Mombasa. New restaurant submissions are checked by our team before anything is published.Suggest a restaurant for us to review and add to the guide.