Since 1986, Prego has been the beating heart of Ponsonby’s dining scene — a friendly, fast-paced trattoria with a sprawling menu that caters to just about anyone. The courtyard buzzes, wood-fired pizzas slide by, plates of linguine marinara shimmer, and slow-cooked Prego pie marks winter’s arrival. Gluten-free, vegan, and halal options mean no one’s sidelined. The crowd is loyal — families, creatives, suits — drawn by familiar flavours done immaculately and with warmth. It’s heaving on a Saturday night, respectful in the quiet hours. For consistent, joyful Italian comfort, Prego is a fine stalwart.