The best Restaurants in Cape Town Central

"the most fresh fish we had in capetown. It was mouthwatering. It was extremely delicious and the portion was huge. You can sit outside as well with..."

Ziyaad Franciscus

Yotam Cohen

Silo Rooftop Bar

86/100 (1318 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Lunch

Brunch

Fine Dining

"What a wonderful treat. The staff were friendly and the service excellent. And the food was superb. Congratulations to the pastry chef for the..."

Penny Hansen

"I came all the way to CT (from JHB) because I specifically wanted to have dinner at The Granary Cafe in celebration of my birthday. I can safely say..."

Lebo Kgaye

"Celebrating my son's 22nd birthday with High Tea at the Granary was amazing. From the greeting we received to being brought the bill was a very..."

Gail Patricia Henry

"A true 5 star Experience. A shout out to all staff, You were All so friendly and gave the best service. I highly..."

Helena Ndinelago Nepembe

"Just celebrated our wedding anniversary with a fabulous meal in the Granary Café - we cannot thank the staff enough, they did everything they could..."

Anne Delandre

"Attended the Hight Tea at the Granary Café to celebrate my 22nd Birthday and it was incredible. Thank you to Zaid who was an exceptional tea host..."

Tristan Shaun Henry

"This hotel not only takes personal servuce to another level.smiling happy faces if shades working in harmony.i for one have experienced many 5 star..."

Danny Tanvir Khan

"Out of this world! Fabulous lunch at Granary. Superb service. Amazing food and views. Waiters name was Yummy which suited our food and he was..."

Debbie Porter

"Amazing place - would thoroughly recommend it. Lawrence our barman was wonderful..."

Karen Bainbridge

"Finest city hotel I've ever stayed at! Amazing fine details. Impeccable staff and service. Truly special..."

Jeremy Lock

"Beautiful meal and outstanding service! Staff were knowledgeable and informative on both the menu and wines available Highly..."

Michael Prinsloo

"Simply the finest - best in a global scale...."

Dionne Dames

"SILO you Rock ! Love the design from outside to inside ! Great job ! Rooftop- wow! Stunning. Service ... it’s difficult everywhere. Not just in..."

James Good

Pierino Penati

Mamma Roma

Wheelchair Accessible

"Italian Food + Great Atmosphere + Great Music = 5 stars.Highly recommended for families and definitely a first date venue ;)Also a MUST..."

Gemma Marina Micheletti Koury

"Unbelievable food, every, single, time!!Have always had a fantastic experience here, and have been visiting for over 15 years! Owner run..."

Dirk Kristen

"When anyone in Cape Town hears of Mama Roma Newlands they think of Chris Barnard who was involved in it in his hey day! An old traditional Italian..."

Derek Miller

"A lovely, warm and friendly restaurant with tasty food and great service. Classic Italian dishes alongside crowd-pleasers like steak and fish. It's a..."

Alistair Fairweather

"Our favourite local Italian spot. Meals are always consistently good and service very personal and warm. Veal to die for and the ox liver is also..."

Marius Strachan

"This has been our family restaurant since I was about 4 and it will always remain a favorite ☺️ lovely staff and lovely food! Have the pasta al..."

Amber Razdi-Rafael Convery

"Mamma Roma is such a lovely restaurant situated in Newlands. My friend and I were bypassing when we decided to try the restaurant out for dinner...."

Ashna Dayal

"I've been going to this branch of Mama Roma for years and always alternate between the chicken schnitzel or a delucious veal dish. Service is top..."

Adrian Kaplan

"Ok so Mamma Roma is a really old fashioned, Italian - styled restaurant. It's classic in its appearance and beautiful. I love the ambiance given off..."

Emma Bowen

"A really cute venue with an incredible Italian feel. I felt comfortable and welcomed as the chef shouted orders, and the hostess (the owner) was on..."

Adrian Ciesielski

"Mamma Roma is the real deal if you are looking for amazing, authentic Italian dishes. My wife and I recently visited Mamma Roma as part of a large..."

Steven Powell

"First time I've been this hidden gem and wasnt dissapointed! Had the calamari tenticles with a lemon butter sauce for starters and it was amazing!..."

JonJon Clark

"Mama Roma is our family's go-to restaurant. The chef/owner Romano produces authentic Italian food and a true Mediterranean vibe. There's a great wine..."

Gabi Esposito

"Mamma Roma is the ultimate. My family has been going there for years. Every time we don't feel like cooking and don't mind going out instead of..."

Chiara Esposito

"We celebrated a friend's birthday. What a great choice. Excellent service all round from a warm welcome to a professional and friendly waitress. ..."

Food Ninja

"In my view, probably the best Italian restaurant in the Southern Suburbs. Friendly staff, energetic owners and unbeatable food. My favourite dishes..."

Ryan G

Marika's

"Relaxing and inviting terrace restaurant. Great authentic and flavourful greek food. Their tzatziki is the winner. If you're not sure what to have,..."

Cristina Russo

"A well known Greek spot in the heart of Gardens! If you’re in the area and craving some Greek I’d highly recommend, typical restaurant setting..."

Gabriel Hair

"I have been dying to try Marika’s for quite some time and finally got around to it. My initial impression of this restaurant was not good as we..."

Aisha

"We had a wonderful meal here as part of a christening. The fact that we were with a Greek family made the experience even more worthwhile. The food..."

Douglas Miller

"Great family-style restaurant! Having this a stone's throw away from our house has really been a delight. We usually get the platter with haloumi,..."

Alexandra Krajewski

"We had a truly fantastic experience at Marika's last night. The service is slick and the vibe relaxed and friendly. And all staff exude the warm and..."

Strato Copteros

"Scrambling to find a last minute reservation before seeing a show at the fugard theatre, Marika's was able to accommodate us. I'd passed the..."

Francesca Favero

"We've been eyeing this place out on The Entertainer App and were so happy that we decided to try it! The gated entrance up some dark stairs outside a..."

Lindie White

"Quaint venue , very good service , had the 5 starter special , we swapped the fried huloumi for grilled , big mistake as the fried was melt in your..."

Russel Roth

"Best Greek food ever! Come hungry if you want the Giro (Greek wrap) or lamb burger (on pita). I tried the mousakka and it was the best I've ever..."

Jade Brennan

"Truly authentic greek with no frills!Warm atmosphere inside, friendly staff, really delicious food in big helpings and reasonably..."

Karlien Meyer

"Went to Marika's tonight. You walk upstairs to a charming little restaurant that immediately screams Greek. The service was prompt and..."

Lukeconorbolton

"The restaurant is quite small, but with a nice buzzing atmosphere. We shared the Spanakopita starter. I had the grilled calamari and the other 2 had..."

Chrisna Du Plessis

"In the last two months I been at Marika's about 4 or 5 times, it's brilliant!! The service is good and friendly, the food is fresh and made with a..."

Guy Orlik

"We had a private function here. It is a typical greek family restaurant. The food was typical greek food and good. The carrot birthday cake was..."

Christine Du Toit

"Flipping tasty food.Yes, the service is overwhelmed at times but the food more than makes up for it.Can recommend to anyone sitting on the..."

Jamo De Villiers

"You are not a customer when you enter Marika's, you are a guest that has stepped into her world of Greek Cuisine. The food is just sensational...."

Rain Axl Grunau

"Visited this Greek restaurant for the first time which is situated above a 7/11 on the corner of the road. Unfortunately the service was dismal but..."

Gary Greenberg

"Really lovely rooftop spot... Fabulous authentic Greek food, good service. Calamari, chicken livers, meatballs, baked lamb all excellent... Fried..."

Lynne Wylie

"Super little surprise. A quaint space with lovely people. All the food is fresh and lovingly prepared. We particulary enjoyed the grilled calamari. I..."

Coral Le Roux

"Always a lovely food experience at Marika's, such a warm and homey environment. I love the meze platter, which consist of calamarika, halloumi..."

Jaenadams

"We love going to marikas. We had a craving for greek food and in this heat i wasnt cooking a thing so we went out for a mezze platter and boy was it..."

Jade Nichole Johnson

"Great Greek food, excellent service. I've now been twice & really enjoyed it. The menu isn't fancy but the food is tasty, with tapas like fried..."

Cape Town Diva

"What lovely Greek restaurant. My first time here and I was absolutely amazed at how good all the food looked. My burger was absolutely divine!!! I..."

Jemal

"Really brilliant Greek food Very generous portions Friendly service Everything we tasted was delicious Great lamb, calamari, haloumi and potato..."

Leonard Schneider

"This is our regular spot. We keep going back for the great food, cooked my Marieka herself, and the welcoming staff. We always share the mezzo..."

Where-oh-where

"The giro took me back to Greece. The lamb was tasty and plentiful, although a little pricy. The only concern I had was that the tiropita had cheddar..."

Jason Nikiforakis

"Delicious traditional Greek fair. Very friendly authentic service. I had an assortment of mezes to start (haloumi, calamari, fried Aubergine,..."

Robyn Turner

"Delicious authentic Greek food! I shared the Mezze platter; we chose dolmades, haloumi, meatballs, calamari and spanakopita, with a greek salad on..."

Chloe Igo

"Simple and delicious food served in huge portions ;) I would recommend the Halloumi Giro which is a Pita wrap filled with tzatziki, salad..."

Zanel

"Marikas is by far the best Greek restaurant in town. Their meze is out of this world and very reasonable when shared with a group of friends...."

Lisa Lourie

"Marika's has such a great vibe and friendly staff, my partner and I are becoming regulars. It's well priced Greek food with large portions - a lamb..."

Lauren Lesley Bubb

"I was asked by some friends the other night for supper at Marikas...I have never been there before and all I can say is WOW!! This is an intimate..."

Clive Goodheart

"Very friendly mellow place - could be a good local spot. Service is very very slow on busy nights but the food is good with strong traditional Greek..."

Daniel Neville

"It's a nice local - super mellow vibes and good food (admittedly we just had some mezze, but was very good). The pricing is reasonable and the..."

John Bazley

"We had a wonderful meal and evening here. The food was outstanding and the homely and friendly service superb. It is the perfect size restaurant to..."

Michelle Macleod

"Been here over the years at least 5-6 times now. Every time our food is delicious, authentic and the staff are always friendly. We always feel like..."

Mark Mayer

"Great selection of Greek food, share different mezes or choose from a solid selection of main courses. Portions are very generous, friendly staff in..."

Karel Scott

"What a lovely place. Pitched up for dinner in a stormy night so we couldn't sit outside with this amazing view to the ocean harbour and table..."

Cape Joe

"Greek food with a different take to the usual offerings. Tasty generous and decorative presentation. Prices value for money in my opinion but I eat..."

Richard Majewski

"Laid back atmosphere, homely food, great view and friendly..."

Kitchentalk CapeTown

"I've known this place from when it was in Camps Bay. Family run, proper home made Greek food. Sometimes service can be a bit slow but the wait is..."

Greg Andrews

"Fantastic food great ambiance. Excellent service. Loved..."

Johan Scholtz

"Food is amazing. Prices are great. Small cozy friendly atmosphere. As with any Mediterranean establishment I would not advise going if you don't like..."

Stefano De Siena

"It was my first time to Marika's, and what a wonderful discovery for me it was! This is a place I want to be a regular at! The food is hearty and..."

Schalk Burger

"Hidden gem in the city! Absolutely delicious, home-style food and a great selection of tapas. Service received from our waitress was average, but the..."

Ashley Thompson

"Great atmosphere - cozy and inviting. Great food, if you want tapas or a main, everything is great value for money. They also have a A good wine..."

An Sm

"This is a gem of Greek cuisine in Cape Town! Our second visit and we so enjoyed all the delicious flavours! The meze (5 choices for R220) was a..."

Tim Jobson

"Lovely people running the restaurant, great service. Our Greek dishes were very tasty. Problem with a fish dish was rectified to everybody's..."

Fred Metcalf

"This little gem serves the best Greek food in Cape Town and never disapoints! Service is warm and on point and every dish we've tried has been..."

Keisha Mayhew

Alexia's Mediterranean Restaurant

86/100 (1683 ratings)

"Lovely classic eatery with a solid history behind it. Visited for dinner and we ordered the seafood risotto, gnocchi for mains and fried squid for..."

FG

"I have been to Cafe Paradiso a number of times over the years, and especially during the time that we took my young son to the restaurant. It..."

James W

"Super fantastic food in a fabulous atmosphere. One of our fav. restaurants in Cape Town eben during load..."

Moritz Tellmann

"Awesome food, great service, and the pizza baking for the kids in the kitchen is such a simply yet fantastic way to keep the kids..."

Mathias Schuetz

"Had a lovely time at this beautiful restaurant. The weather was amazing so it made for the perfect outdoor dining, chilling and drinking experience...."

Nevin Thebus

"I try to go here every time when I visit Cape Town, which is about once every two years. Always delicious, always very professional staff, always an..."

Bert Roefs

"Eclectic and pleasant. Was a little bit of a heavy atmosphere for me. Some will love it, some not so much. Still worth a visit though. Definitely has..."

Buyisiwe Shongwe

"Out of this world. If you have not been there then you have not eaten in Cape Town. Buttermilk chicken burger best so far I tasted. Service..."

Gaman chibba

"What an experience with Table mountain right by the entrance. This little gem is certainly one for the books. I can count on my one hand the amount..."

Dawie Greyling

"We went here for breakfast and ordered French toast with bacon and strawberries and omelet with mushrooms. I must say this is one of the best French..."

Kavana Anand

Janse & Co

86/100 (1123 ratings)

"An exquisite dining experience. Chef Arno absolutely nailed it! (and the pricing too!) The simple sophistication - from the floors to the beautiful..."

Amanda Grose

"We enjoyed a fantastic lunch in this beautiful & edgy new space today. The food is absolutely excellent and ingredient-focused, the service is..."

Janlo Van Den Heever

"Had dinner with colleague on Wednesday 27th December. A great new space in town, decor stunning, service great and without doubt fantastic food. No..."

Christopher David Godenir

"Great impromptu lunch at #janseandco. If you enjoy casual fine dining – go now – while you can still pitch up without a reservation. Try the raw..."

Michelle Koegelenberg

"Spent our 2 year anniversary at Janse & co. What a special evening, from the staff to the food to the decor it was absolutely..."

Ash Bradley

"Great service, beautiful ambiance, great menu, food was..."

Dani January

"I saw the new space under construction yesterday, it’s going to be lovely and quite special, just like Arno &..."

Nelson Hill

"Outstanding food & great service! How every restaurant should be..."

Linda Whitfield

"Absolutely fabulous - focused on the art and sanctity of the ingredients. Pure and..."

Nicola Venter

"A night to remember with the best food i have ever had in Cape Town. The waiter was great and honestly humble for such a fine dining experience and..."

Clyde Terry

"Absolutely fantastic, with some seriously good solid cooking backed up by great service and quality wines, will be back..."

Oliver Cattermole

"Amazing food and people!!! Go and check them out..."

Anica Du Toit

"First time I went there. It was excellent. the presentation of the food, the taste and the concept were very good.Best pop all was the..."

Suraj Singh

"Absolutely loved this experience. The food was amazing, see photos, the service was incredible with fantastic recommendations. I love the dramatic..."

Lisa

"The restaurant is larger than what it looks on the outside. Love the black/grey simple decor. Service was incredible from the host to the waiters...."

Tselane

"A real foodie experience. Creative menu. Relative small portions, but you decide the number of courses. Beautifully prepared and presented, though..."

Fismer

"Had an early lunch as part of restaurant week in april. What a discovery! Food was excellent, service too. I had the most amazing carrot dish. Wow!..."

Chantal Muller

"This is a 9 star rating. It would have been a full point score if one dish that just shouldn’t have been served unbalanced wasn’t so please..."

Catherine Kannemeyer

"We went for lunch and was pleased to fine that that restaurant design and decor is superb. They only have a tasting menu and the portions are small..."

Alray P

"Simplicity is sophistication here. Chef & Owner Arno is adventurous and elegant in his creativity. Great value for such artistic food. New ways of..."

Claire Gunn

"Awesome experience. Despite of a very LOUD and UNPLEASANT young lady yelling her jazz off, we managed to have a delightful dinner. Portion was great..."

Felipe Amarante

"Hottest new restaurant of 2017 - must must dine here. Perfect wines to pair as well. Read about them on Inside Guide and was inspired to try so..."

Jenn L

"Really great experience, god interior and a really considered menu which uses sustainable methods and techniques in both farming and sourcing..."

Brent Morris

"Janse & Co is something special. It was named best new restaurant in the Eat Out awards last week. How to summarise? Remember how you would make a..."

Andrew Trench

"An ingredient driven menu that incorporates a range of wild and foraged foods, but manages to completely transcend any faddishness typical of so many..."

Donovan Kirkwood

"Great dining experience! Cool restaurant, amazing food. Love the idea of selecting the number of courses you want. Service was great..."

Luciana Barreto

"Oustanding restaurant, excellent fine dining, remarkable service... I am running out of superlatives here...."

Aleš Kocourek

"Janse & Co has a posh air about it, but rightly so, since it really is a fabulous dining experience. I would venture to say its better to sit in the..."

Jess Green

"Beautiful food, with inspired flavours made and sourced with..."

Katelyn Allegra

"I believe that the kitchen at Janse and Co is creating some of the best dishes I’ve ever had. They were interesting and compelling, the ingredients..."

Michael Hauser

"My husband took me here for my birthday and this place certainly didn't disappoint. Food, service and drinks were original and outstanding. We..."

Michele Macnab

"Took our friends from the UK here as we wanted them to experience some unique tastes from the local surrounds, having an inkling as to what we could..."

Daniel Smith

"An amazing experience. Dishes cooked by very passionate chefs who have a fresh look on tastes and textures. All the ingredients are sourced locally..."

Graeme Green

Savour

86/100 (1325 ratings)

Siblings Bistro

"Lovely little work spot. There is free..."

Sam Beckbessinger

"Quaint coffee shop. Great for friends and..."

Sivu Nobongoza

"Get the cinnamon stick and a coffee!..."

Marlo Vlietstra

"Delicious..."

Claudette Mathale

Nava Derakhshani

Vafa Naraghi

Nthako Motsoahae

Naledi Mocumi

Jonathan Anderson

Madre Edas

Caffee Delight

"Mr Anthony Swartz has been in coffee since 1963 and he is a master at roasting and blending, using only the best Arabica from some 27+ countries. ..."

DustLust Overland

"If you’re looking for an understated, authentic coffee shop that is all about the enjoyment of the beverage, Anthony’s Golden Cup is it! It’s..."

nadia krige

"I have seldom experienced a better cup. So true, a gold cup every time. His roasting technique makes the difference. No fancy machines, just a..."

Fouche Rabie

"One of my favourite spots in the Mother City. Incredibly unassuming cafe run by the sweetest and kindest coffee connoisseur who has been roasting..."

Dudu Luthuli

"A true gem in Cape Town Central. Excellent old school coffee blends. Anthony himself a. Coffee expert. Great..."

Alexander Hart

"The original is often understated. They have moved across the road which affects opening times, but good quality coffee has not changed in 28..."

Benson The Dude Arendse

"Some people say that this is the best coffee in Cape Town. I say it's the best coffee in Africa.....the continent.....yeah it's that good. Don't miss..."

Bobby Watts

"Always a pleasure buying my beans from Anthony's and a wide selection to choose from at very affordable..."

ZTO Creatives

"Great coffee, good..."

Helene Swart

"A true..."

Martin Giger

Restaurant Thirty7

86/100 (3204 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great and luxurious hotel with a great location, fantastic service and lovely breakfast. A big thank you to the receptionist who understood that it..."

Preben Falster

"Me and my wife stayed here for 3 nights during our honeymoon. The hotel is luxurious, elegant and dead center in the middle of Cape Town. The staff..."

Samuel Wallström

"I spent about three days here, and my family and I had a great time. Immediately the staff was helpful got our bags and were genuinely nice. The..."

Shay

"We had a wonderful stay in the executive suite of the Taj Cape Town. The room was beautifully designed, offering great value. Our suite featured a..."

Arthur de Wolf

"My sister and I went to the spa at The Taj and tried the Sushupti treatment. For two hours it was absolutely incredible! The ladies were so friendly..."

Shivani

"Good: Really nice breakfast! Selection is great and restaurant staff are excellent. Very comfy beds. Slightly firmer which I prefer. Not so..."

Wade Richards

"Apart from well appointed rooms with great view, good breakfast, fantastic restaurant (Bombay Brasserie) great service and fantastic location of the..."

Sandeep Sharma

"Excellent location, staff so friendly especially the Bar staff. Rooms spotless & have all the amenities you’d expect, breakfast service very..."

Paul Ward

"My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Taj, Cape Town! Definitely one of the best hotels we have stayed at in all our travels. The hotel is..."

Julia Anne

"A wonderful venue to overnight or stay longer in Cape Town. Wonderful ambiance. Tasteful finishes and amazing restaurants. Valet service very..."

Adam Botha

"Easily the best hotel in the CBD! I had a wonderful three night stay here in a club suite (worth the extra outlay). The staff really cannot do..."

YL YL

"I had such a memorable stay at the Taj. Its great hospitality, tastefully decorated and comfortable rooms and not forgetting its magnificent..."

Manjit Kaur

"Totally brilliant staff...made me feel at home! They decorated my room on my birthday with balloons messages and cake! Lovely comfortable traditional..."

Jill Bailey

"Deluxe 5 star hotel in convenient center city location. Excellent service for both restaurants and room service. A great place to stay between trips..."

Preston Keough

"Beautifully decorated hotel. Exquisite service. Very reasonably priced restaurants. They have a whiskey bar and a library. This is a 5 star hotel a..."

Ms S

Harlequin

"Have always been skeptical about this place.Never seen patrons entering and leaving.Friend decided to have his birthday dinner there.I..."

Conny

"Wow what an experience! I’m currently a third year student on Tygerberg campus and couldn’t believe that this incredible spot was right..."

Santi

"Best place for authentic Italian food in Cape Town. Don't expect fancy decor or food. Here the waiters know you by name. Go here for the food, which..."

Carla Ewertse

"This will always be a favorite through and through, don't let the location or look put you off. You have to make the trip to understand it. I always..."

Ash Pash

"Ah, there's nothing like the sweet stench of nostalgia. And what better to pair with nostalgia than the one thing that has the power to transport you..."

Jana Ferreira

"A hidden gem of note, opening in 1965 this restaurant boasts authenticity. Warm bread rolls and a salad to share as a starter gives you a truly..."

Theburgerqueen

"An Italian restaurant with the real Italian family values! People who have not travelled to Italy might not appreciate this restaurant, as there is..."

FoodieC

"I have been going here for years.The atmosphere is timeless and I always have a good time there.If you enjoy Italian food, this is the..."

Edward Smith

"A forgotten gem, nostalgia abounds. The charm of this restaurant is undeniable, it's been open for 50 years and not much has changed since 1965,..."

Brett

"Best Italian food! Not situated in a best of areas and does not have the prettiest interior but has been there for a decade and worth the visit! My..."

Elaine Lahoud

"The most unpretentious italian food that also happens to be the best italian food. You can't go wrong with the Veal Dario and some tiramisu for..."

Kim Siljeur

"One of the best Italian food restaurant's there is ! Its got mouth watering steaks with some of the best monkey gland sauce . The harlequin also..."

Andreas Melonas

"Proper no fuss Italian food the way Mama makes it. A legendary part of Cape Town history and a place you will always come back to for more. Always..."

Gabriel D'Oliveira

"Haven't been there for more than 30 years. Food still aa good as I remember. Will go back. Had my 21st here many moons ago. Highly..."

Ursula Steenkamp

"A hidden gem! If the expression "Don't judge a book by its cover" was an establishment... it would be Harlequins! Service is exceptional, the staff..."

Creswell Herbert

"Authentic Italian food to make you swoon! Established, character and consistency since the '70s. Love love love this unpretentious..."

Beth Ferreira

"We had a fabulous meal again. Crayfish was moist and full of flavour. The veal piccata was tasty, creamy mushroom..."

Adrienne Southey

"What a wonderful atmosphere! Great food and superb service makes this an ideal spot, especially for larger parties. Even with loadshedding, we all..."

Lynne Coetzer

"Really nice vibe with quality food. Had a great time it's unfortunate that it is closing..."

Gerardt Pierre Viljoen

"A real hidden gem.A sixty year old restaurant with a wonderful atmosphere,great service and delicious..."

Patrick Robinson

"After about 30 + years, I spend a nostalgic evening there last night. Initially it was announced last month in online website that they were closing;..."

D N

"Absolutely great food and service. I know this restaurant that belongs to an Italian family since childhood when it also had a drive-in. The white..."

Louis Fourie

"Complimentary green salad with freshly baked rolls. The food is fantastic, the atmosphere even better. The wine great. Owner and staff is very..."

Sunette Louw

"Baby beef is excellent. Coffee good. Good..."

Alewyn Bronn

"Really old school experience. Food very..."

Nico Bam

"Lovely evening, food as good as it has always been. Been going there for over 35 years. Baby beef and fungi a family favorite!!!! Great value for..."

Anne Ellis

"A lovely nostalgic trip down memory lane. Food is rustic and not fancy, but tasty enough. Don't expect a slick modern restaurant, but if you're..."

Jacqueline Davies

"A great little old school Italian restaurant. The exterior is not something that is going to pull a whole lot of people who are just driving by, but..."

Grant Insley

"They make the best food i have ever tasted in my life . As well the tables and setup really has a good atmosphere. People are always friendly. The..."

Johan

"Hi, guys, been going to this very authentic Italian restaurant since a little boy. Incredible value for money and lovely people to chat with,..."

jonathan kotze

"If you prefer refined and beautifully presented Italian "like" dishes, this is not the place. Have staying in Roma for a year before covid, I found..."

Michael Stanley

Cafe Manhattan

86/100 (1676 ratings)

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"Flew to Cape Town to get married. The beautiful country of South Africa was the only place in the world that would let me marry my same-sex partner..."

Rick Pokrajen-Harmon

"One of the best spots in Cape Town. Absolutely loved the place! The service was amazing. Went there with a friend for the 2-4-1 special for both..."

Hlonipho

"Not sure if they have this all the time but they have two for one drinks if you get there early enough on a Monday. We wanted somewhere warm and cozy..."

Amy Wardle

"Came here for a quick burger fix with hubby. Was not expecting to find the best burgers in SA here :) Hubby was so imressed that he would not..."

Moroy

"The staff is great! The burgers are juicy and flavorful! I love the selection of cocktails and wine they have. It’s a fun place with fun people...."

Ernestine Erny Baloyi

"Visited this restaurant on New Year's Eve for dinner, it was amazing! The food, the Location, setting, atmosphere and service were all great. I..."

Leandraranderee

"Love coming back to Cafe Manhattan! The energy here is always light and fun!It's perfect for a quick drinks catchup with friends, and if..."

Joash Narainsamy

"Really great vibe, the atmosphere is awesome and so comfortable and the burgers are really to die for. The staff are really bubbly and friendly. Will..."

Rachael Laura Wahl

"Great time at the bar! Awesome music, the best service and the waiters so friendly. Prices are very good, bar its clean. Perfect for meeting new..."

Jose Tomas Gallo

"I’ve been here a few times mainly for drinks. Over the years it has been the go to starting place for a night out and there had always been a nice..."

Chris Rafael

"Only @ Cafe Manhattan!!This review is LONG overdue, so if you have changed your menu since, then another visit is in order but I feel that..."

Anastacia Candice Julie

"This place is wild ! I take my hat off to the waiters/waitresses who work here, you really need to be on your A game amongst all the people and the..."

Andrea Lauren Kraak

"Dead centre in Cape Town’s De Waterkant, Cafe Manhattan is the place to be! It’s a hotspot for cocktails and the local hangout. This little..."

Janthinus Schrage

"Another top place in Cape Town. It feels like there's a good restaurant every corner and the Manhattan is definitely another great option. Really..."

Rui Burguete

"Love love love!! I come here often for a drink after yoga (strange that I've never managed to take a photo of ANY of these drinks) but yesterday we..."

Simira

"The Madame Zingara brand has really taken over Cape Town with it's quirky eateries, and Cafe Manhattan lives up to the food and decor expectations..."

Akira Wing

"Great environment. There is not a big diversity on the menu but the hamburguers were truly tasty. Good meat and fresh ingredients. Also a great place..."

Margarida Lázaro

"Madame Zingara's Cafe Manhattan FTW! For as long as I can remember, I've always loved coming here. Food is 👌🏼. Cocktails are 👍🏼. And..."

Shinéad

"I am a big fan of the burgers at Cafe Manhattan, and they're up there among my favourite burger joints in Cape Town. Their mushroom sauce is..."

Francesca Favero

"Shirtless waiters for the win! And the location. And the food. And the prices. It's pretty much pub food, but with a laid back cowboy feel to it...."

Anja Immelman

"Guuuuuurl. This place has a really energetic vibe. The food is standard pub food but well priced. The locations really sells this. Make sure you sit..."

Marcus Christiansen

"The wonderful thing about the Madame Zingara group of restaurants is that they’re all a little crazy – and that’s a great thing! Stepping into..."

I Love Foodies

"Stumbled upon this gem whilst looking for another little cafe and my oh my, regret was not on the menu! I had the virgin daiquiri with one..."

Minowrahvw

"Awesome vibe, really great for after work drinks on the outside balcony. Food is good, and the service is awesome thanks to Kyle Dafel added the..."

Cynthia

"Such a fun, vibey place - on busy nights feels like you are out at a club! The burgers are absolutely delicious and they make awesome..."

Chetna Black

"Amazing atmosphere whether in the daytime or evening! The food is delectable!! The mushroom "burger" is insane!! The falafel is perfect!👌 the..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"Nice comfy interior deco. Chilled cafe vibe. Fast and VERY friendly service. Still the best Eggs Benedict I've had in Cape Town,..."

Ben Kilian

"Madam Zingara number 3....😜😜Awesome food😄😄. Really nice ambience. Good friendly service.Interesting part of town...."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"Loved it! Such a novel idea. That aside, the stag is excellent, friendly and fun, and the food is very good! Definitely would suggest this place for..."

Megan Brook

"They have really good food and it's a great chill and lunch spot. The service is very good kudos for that... The Aged rump was out of this world,..."

Mntimande Tone

"Very friendly (and flamboyant) staff! The drinks were great as well and the specials sound great. However, I opted for the seafood options and that..."

Hang T

" A big shout out to Alex our server last night who magically appeared whenever one of us needed a new drink or more food. Terrific mist cooled stoop..."

Kimberly Crunkleton

"Enjoy the vibe this cafe restaurant has during the day and evening. While the menu may be limited, the food on the menu is delicious, perfect..."

Anthea Adams

"Probably my favourite out of the Madam Zingara group and that's saying a lot because I really love Bombay Bicycle Club and Sidewalk..."

Kezia Swanepoel

"Came here for only a quick coffee and treat but ended up staying for hours. The service was so friendly and cheerful, it was almost weird, the..."

Pia

"Such a vibey and fun place! It's in the middle of the trendy waterkant area with a Great bar and restaurant area. The restaurant has been revamped by..."

Charné

"Such a nice spot! Great for having a few drinks and a bit roger with friends... Very casual eating with good music and a great vibe. Definitely more..."

Tyron Van Rensburg

"I have only ever been to Cafe Manhattan on a Monday for their 2 for 1 burger special. It really is a great deal as the burgers are juicy and..."

Kirsty Donald

"Beautiful evening on a chilled Tuesday night, restaurant was humming. Great cosmopolitan vibe, sat outside and watched the world go by. I had the..."

Tamarin Aubrey

"Always good to be back here. Friendly people, happy vibes, delicious burgers and great cocktails. Laid back atmosphere so don't expect a super fast..."

Dipäyän

"Randomly chosen restaurant, and it did not disappoint! Dirty texan burger with chilli chocolate was mouthgasmic. My friend had the southern fried..."

Liezl

"How to start but to say I feel like home when you enter the doors staff and managers make you feel part of their family I no for a simple cafe not to..."

Cookie Monster

"Met friends at Cafe Manhattan for dinner on a Monday evening. This coincided with their two-for-one burger special. I had the beef burger and was..."

Kerryn Rehse

"Spectacular decor, the menu is full of unique dishes that are delectable, the atmosphere is great and the service is wonderful... From the host's..."

Stacey-Lee La Bella

"Perky restaurant vibe with an upbeat crowd and friendly waiters. I've had some really fun nights here and the food is generally great. Love their..."

Jarrod David Allies

"The wonderful thing about the Madame Zingara group of restaurants is that they’re all a little crazy – and that’s a great thing! Stepping into..."

I Love Foodies

"Went for their 2-4-1 Burger special which they have every Monday. What a great burger with delicious onion rings and chips. You can choose to either..."

Emile Doubell

"The newly revamped Café Manhattan is a result of The Madam Singara chain expanding to the Waterkant. The outré spaces we have become accustomed..."

Gereth Edwards

"One of my favourite eat and drink spots in Cape Town - I return again and again at every time I'm in the mother city.The eat: a selection..."

Morne Visser

"A favourite place for a late Sunday afternoon snack! The burgers are great and atmosphere relaxed. Try to get a table outside and enjoy the 2 for 1..."

Conrad Jonck

"Very good vibe and super nice waiters. Food is good as well. Great steaks and salads. The grilled calamari one is a favorite. I enjoy the burger as..."

Caio.simoes

"Always the best restaurant i have ever gone too. I was with a friend for the first time there and they welcomed me like i am a regular guest, which..."

Lewayne Nyamus

"Impressed beyond belief. I called in this morning to order breakfast for myself and two of my colleagues. Unfortunately I cannot remember the name..."

Vince

"With a lovely selection of American style food and amazing cocktails, I would highly recommend Cafe Manhattan for a chilled lunch or dinner. The..."

Monicca Masetloa

"Our waiter was friendly and attentive. We had the squid (Delicious), Southern fried chicken (very good). This is THE place to go in Cape Town for..."

Nicole Bramhill

"Want to go out for some drink with the girls? Then this is definitely the place to do that. The vibe is warming, the staff is friendly and the food..."

Jamie Slingers

"Cool place, nice vibe; more for an evening out with friends, rather than a first date or romantic evening out as it can get quite loud. The buffalo..."

Lynsay Sampson

"Best little place with awesome vibe and amazing prices. Very chilled and engaging managers are readily available!The American Hanger is my..."

Aj Oosthuizen

"Fantastic service, great vibe and amazing burgers chips and onion rings :) homemade sauces are to die for! As well as a great selection of cocktails..."

Gabriella_in_paris

"Great view of the city and some mountain, awesome spot for people watching on the outside balcony, amazing burgers, full of flavour and stacked high...."

Janine De Grill

"Great falafel burger veganised it for me! Excellent service (if you don't mind a pleasantly stoned rasata waiter) and decent music although we did..."

Dave Asher

"Such a great place, the decor is amazing! Love the leather cowboy theme (thinking that and the rainbow flags are a lovely hint as to what they do..."

Spotfishy

"Went for the Sunday breakfast with tunes and had the most wonderful server who made the experience a laugh a minute. To eat, I had the poached eggs,..."

Alex Isaacs

"My liquid lunch turned into an early supper with the TRAIN WRECKER BURGER! It was love at first bite!! From the saloon vibe of the bar and restaurant..."

LieslKB

"My hubby and me walked around the cape quarter one evening looking for somewhere to eat and decided on Manhattan.Straight away you can see..."

SvN_lovedining

"Visit this funky and friendly place for some awesome cowboy food, great wings, onion rings, chips, corn cakes, etc. nice beers too. Great prices...."

Leon Pretorius

"Fun!!! Colorful, crowded, classic bar food. I got the vegetable platter which was giant and not just the stereotypical healthy vegetables, also had..."

Vanny

"Lovely place we came across. Super friendly staff all around. Cool outdoor dining even in a light rain. Great for people watching. The place is large..."

Tim Mitchell

"I'm told that lots of gay bars and clubs in Cape Town have closed down. Cafe Manhattan remains sands I can understand why. They have a great vibe,..."

Mr Russell

"Great spot for a drink and/or meal. Service is super-friendly and engaging taking a minute to really connect. We shared a Greek salad then had a..."

Matt Wald

"I had the beef bobotie spring rolls with a chutney dipping sauce and salsa. The beef was fabulous as well as the chutney. My husband ordered the..."

Jennie Rountree

"To me this is one of the most stable landmarks in Die Waterkant. It's great to have a venue that doesn't change much. Always the same friendly..."

Francois Ashton

"Stopped in for a quick drink with friends and definitely loved the vibe and the cool..."

Sade Dunnock

"Pleasant outing for friends and family. Lovely atmosphere, good food and interesting drinks, cocktails and shooters included. LGBTQ Friendly. Nice..."

Estelle Peetz

"Love coming back to Cafe Manhattan! The energy here is always light and fun! It's perfect for a quick drinks catchup with friends, and if you're..."

Joash Narainsamy

"A lovely vibrant atmosphere with great service and very friendly staff. The food was amazing and the cocktails are so good! Will definitely be..."

Crystal Swartz

"Great place to have dinner and drinks. Staff was professional but personable..."

Sam Farrow

"The service is excellent and the atmosphere is good too. It's just not a place for introverts, that's for sure. Then again if you're a shy person..."

Henning Lubbe

"Super cute place in the center if the city, there are seats inside but also on the terrace outside. We ordered some cocktails and they were pretty..."

Riccardo Tosetto Photography

"A cute little pub bar atmosphere with some limited but good food options. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. The neighbourhood around is very..."

Shane Wenzel

"Tasty food, a good selection of drinks and friendly staff are the perfect combination for a great time at Cafe Manhattan. They have two patios for..."

Thomas MacDonald

"From walking in to receiving the freshly made meals, this spot has been an absolute experience. Worthwhile popping by and ordering their longisland..."

Terblanche Jordaan

"Friendly staff, drinks and food were tasty, wonderful outdoor seating to watch people and..."

Jane Osaka

Salero

86/100 (96252 ratings)

"Lovely views, great shops and restaurants, live entertainment, clean and well maintained, what's not to like? As tourists we found it perfectly safe..."

Sue Lindsay

"A day out retail therapy and chilling. Eating drinking and enjoying the surrounds. The yacht race was docking here and we were able to wish a couple..."

Maureen Moffat

"Super cool place!!! Very alive with amazing views, huge mall , nice cafés and restaurants , very interesting aquarium, street show , harbour &..."

nantia nakou

"Beautiful! Simply beautiful! Wonderful food, great shops, picturesque, entertainment, etc. I wish I had more time there. Plan to spend a good part of..."

Nancy Sievert

"Always a bliss visiting V n A Waterfront. It can be crowded during festive season, but ofcourse it's festive vibes right? Where else can one be?..."

Nomandla Petu

"Beautiful mall with all the shops and restaurants you could want. The waterfront is gorgeous! We took a stroll on the boardwalk at the water...and..."

Bonita Clifton

"This is possibly the heart of Capetown according to me. Access to shopping store, great restaurants and great starting and end point if you are..."

Gloria Chaponda

"Worth a visit, loads of shops, cafes and bars in the most beautiful setting. It’s very busy and there is lots of live dancing, singing and street..."

Jake Miller

"Amazing location. Clean, neat & well laid out. Plenty of places to eat, plenty of activities along the Harbour side with amazing views. Informal pop..."

Percy Thaver

"Very upmarket shopping venue. The usual suspect stores are all here plus the high end luxury stores which are not so easy to find. Reasonable..."

Leighton Carter

Table Mountain Cableway Wifi Lounge

Boathouse Sushi

86/100 (1303 ratings)

Restaurants

Sushi

Mid-range

"Friendly staff.quick service.very nice sushi.small place but i like it that way.sushi is always fresh and beer is always cold.i havent had any..."

Uyster

"The Sushi is Simply Amazing. Super fresh and delicious. Every single piece you devour taste a whole lot different and full of flavor. The service we..."

Samantha Lamprecht

"Definitely the best sushi I have ever eaten! Service was friendly and attentive. Will definitely go back :) The tuna roses were my..."

Jevonne-kay Bougard

"The sushi was really nice, a great variety and all very tasty. Good service, and very friendly staff. I think this place is really underrated. We..."

Pierre Janse Van Rensburg

"Always great Sushi!From Soft Shell Crab California roll, to perfect Bambo Rolls and alot more!Always leave with smile on my face..."

Ronnie Hank

"Best sushi you dont want to miss. Always fresh and tasty. Chinese food is good as well. Love the place and chef will recommend to everyone who love..."

Lu.watami

"The shusi was tasty, but there wasn't a great variety on the shusi belt. Although they did have some unique specialty shusi dishes that I liked...."

Ronel De Beer

Como Cafe

Zeitz Mocaa Ocular Lounge And Events Space

Wheelchair Accessible

"The building, architecture, design elements and sheer wow of this venue is worth visiting for both a local and visitor..."

Richard Morris

"This was one of the most pleasant places I have been and it is worth every penny. The service was amazing and the entire place it beautiful and super..."

Marcel Dippenaar

"A fantastic hidden gem which can be overlooked easily as it appears to be very expensive however its well within reason. There is a really nice view..."

Christopher Hendrickse

"Very nice restaurant, great staff, delicious food and pleasing view. But getting the bill was such a struggle, waited for so..."

Laurent David

"Delicious food with vegetarian options on top of the amazing MOCAA. Enjoy your lunch here before visiting..."

Dominik

"I had the absolute best time here. It is hard to find places in South Africa that cater to vegans but I had a wonderful meal here and the waiters..."

Victoria S

"Right on top of the renowned Zeits MOCCA, the restaurant offers stunning views of the Capetown waterfront, Table Mountain and the city as a whole...."

Martin ZIMANGO Hanke

"Amazing architecture, stunning views and unbelievable food offering. Well worth the museum entry! I'd suggest museum membership just to gain access..."

Rustum Blake

"Beautiful place with a beautiful view and friendly staff. The menu was limited though, but the food that they did have was..."

Zimkhitha Lumkwana

"Awesome food, Very different, yet totally delicious. Staff friendly and knowledgeable. Massive portions and views are some of the best in Cape..."

Graeme Eadie

"Stopped in for a glass of wine while at the art gallery; had the menu’s only rose and it was delicious. Really nice setting and friendly..."

Maddy

"You'd expect to pay top dollar in a restaurant that is part of one of the world's top art museums, but the prices are very affordable and the food is..."

Shirley Higgins

"Lovely view. Lovely wine. Our waiter Lee was an absolute treasure. Attentive without being..."

Vera Fourie

"Words can't describe taste! You will never know how fantastic the food at this place is until you have tasted it yourself! Do yourself a favor and..."

Etzard Strydom

"Delicious and beautifully plated food! Would always recommend this place to anyone interested in fine..."

Alicia Van Staden

The Dogs Bollocks

86/100 (3876 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"So generally when one orders food on order in (or similar delivery service) I am always disappointed, because, the food is normally just chucked into..."

Lente Deminey-Smith

"I finally tried the newish pizza menu on Sunday and it certainly lived up to all the hype! Brilliant authentic Neapolitan thin crust in the middle,..."

Paul-Boer Putter

"I totally luv this place... We wanted to ditch the traffic and stumbled onto this place by total coincidence.... We took our last cash before payday..."

Mandy C Adams

"Awesome staff, concept and food. It takes a minute to figure out what the hell. . . But worth every penny. Keep up the great..."

Christine Brand

"Just popped in for the vibe and ended up staying for a pizza. The Neapolitan style margarita is my favorite. Definitely worth trying out. Waiters..."

Garth Johnson

"I had the garlic pepper burger... was an insanely tasty burger...I'll rate it 11 out of 10 :)... Thanks guys..The music is my kind of..."

Dewald Potgieter

"I love the unpretentious nature of this place! Great, simple food, chilled out staff and a laid back vibe. You won’t be disappointed..."

Cleo Groenewald

"Great place! And super friendly staff. Owner was great, hung out and made us feel right at home.burger was massive! One of the best I've ever..."

Jesse Doherty

"Its quirky and fun. Good jazz music. Simple and delicious menu from chicken wings to burgers. Good hardy red wine..."

Susie Stroud

"Wow! Absolute gem! Not pretentious at all... as real as it gets! The decor and ambience is pretty rad. Might I add... Best burgers in town, hands..."

Shihaam Fakier

"What an amazing gastronomic experience. Awesome burgers. I love this place with it's corny wine glasses and order-confirmation shout....a really kewl..."

Rodney Daniels

"“The best pizza outside of Italy” - Piero Moschetta “Excellent. Great service from Sanja.” - Dimitries Kazantzides “Beste diens! Anja is..."

Willem Potgieter

"It is what it says on the tin: This place is The Dog's Bollocks; atmosphere, food, beer, value for money all first class..."

Ted Bath

"Excellent place. My word... It's a must go to, the breakfast is huge and..."

Jade Kruger

"Had an amazing night bollocking the night away, thanks to Gabby for making us so welcome, and the guys doing the business at the hot plate, you were..."

John Watson

"Exceptional food, friendly staff, feeling of comfort like being with family, and great food (Oh I think I said that already!) All round lovely..."

Giselle Van Rensburg

"Great., friendly waitress and awesome pizza and burgers. We loved it..."

Robyn Lightfoot Rautenbach

"Hidden burger and pizza..."

David Abrahamsohn

"Yesterday a friend and I got to do lunch in a unique little eatery in Gardens, Cape Town. The name of the eatery is The Yard but was at one point..."

Heather De Bruin

"The waitresses have a unique and raw way of service that is actually very effective. Burgers are massive but absolutely delicious, great gluten free..."

Tammy Mundell

"Wonderful evening. Great vibe in the restaurant with friendly service. Food was also fantastic with a variety of options. Very unique restaurant...."

Johann Van Deventer

"The Yard is an interesting but great place, definitely a hidden gem. With three different "restaurants" to choose from, we had an amazing NY style..."

Kev0's Food Adventures!

"This place is every thing .Bubbly , bohemian , loud , rude , edgy and full of joy. Decor with anarchist touch . The burgers ,..."

Hisham

"You can normally rate a pizza place on their margarita, this one cracks the nod. It’s f*cking perfect. They make a delicious Bloedlemoen G&T and..."

**Tiffy*Twinkle**

"Uhm how have I been sleeping on this place? Decided to stay in on a Friday night and OrderIn a cheese burger with fries, binge watching soppy..."

Aletha Jeftha

"I heard of this not-so conventional eatery around 5 years ago. And finally, FINALLY, I can tick The Dog’s Bollocks off my list. And my, what an..."

Rita Van Eck

"OH MY GOODNESS!!! The burgers are to die for, they are huge and enough to last a hunger strike. What I love about them it’s that they are..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"Back at Dog’s Bollocks for drinks and dinner with some friends! The atmosphere is epic! Loud and vibey, most people had burgers and thoroughly..."

Gabriel Hair

"The Dogs Bollocks is definitely a restaurant I recommend one to visit! It has a quirky, fun and energetic vibe, it is definitely a hidden gem! The..."

Sarah

"We recently had the opportunity to visit the dogs bollocks. The milkshakes were great, the vibe relaxed and the burgers worth every cent. Can't wait..."

Mrs S

"Great experience! I'd heard good things about this spot but wasn't quite sure what to expect or whether or not I'd enjoy it...Little did I..."

Dev Trull

"Love the new pizza menu! The condiments that are served with the pizza are generous and add to the experience. Friendly service and nice spot to..."

Where-oh-where

"Honestly I rate service before food and the service here is incredible . The food is also amazing I'm in love with the Blue cheese burger and the..."

Tess Yieke

"Lovely atmosphere, not for children or the faint hearted. Food is great massive portions, 4 people shared the new york pizza. Only thing they can..."

Jessica Alfred

"An absolutely interesting experience. The place looks like everything I've seen in American movies, very different from the South African experience...."

Hlonipho

"I really like this place, what you see is what you get and what you get is some bad ass wings. The chicken wings was really tasty and had a good bite..."

Carb Cockrell

"Burgers as big as your face!It took me way to long to visit the dogs bollocks for a burger, but I went to to the bitches tits for tacos and..."

Sara Lohmaier

"I literally couldn't and didn't want to even put the huuuuuge burger down while eating the thing just Incase some got away 😂😂 I was in burger..."

Chelyn De Graaf

"Supersize good burgers. Crispy fries. Good selection of drinks. I like the self service way of ordering and all the concept around that restaurant..."

Francis

"Brilliant place, the people are amazing and so friendly. We will drive all the way there again from the Helderberg. Breakfast was huge and..."

Jade Kruger

"After paying a visit to the Bitch's Tits for lunch and raving about that in a previous review Capetowngirl suggested that the real winner was coming..."

Chris Rafael

"Went to The Dogs Bollocks and the chicken wings (Asian sesame sauce- this sauce was finger licking good )and The Mexican Chilli Burger ( my friends..."

Cayleigh Brown

"so I’ve heard a lot about this atypic place and was impatient to go see it for my self… Located in GARDENS …during the day the place is called..."

Real_forking_diet

"Interesting concept. The staff is trained to be fun and quirky , just like the restaurant's name . The burgers and the chips are good, definitely not..."

Pusm

"I pride myself in finding the perfect burger. To date this is one of the best I've had. Couple that with the quirky ambiance of the restaurant and..."

Dominic

"I really enjoyed my experience here. The restaurant itself is a little small and the menu is limited but if you're in the mood for great burgers that..."

Tracy-lee Splinter

"Unlike anything I have ever experienced in the most wonderfully unique and flamboyant way. Burgers are man-sized and gastronomical. Go...."

Lisa Ward

"Great soulfood and real down to earth vibe. Good vlue for money. Huge scrumptious portions. A definite bucket list experience. I for one will..."

Thys Lourens

"The best breakfast in town in my opinion, Wet fries, oven baked in the same bowl as in the photo with chilli ,egg, bacon and beans! Always a..."

Deon Felix Coetzee

"The Dog's Bollocks only do burgers in one size: ginormous. Not that you'll be complaining - their burgers are so good you'll never want them to end...."

Mikaela

"A top spot for a big eat. They have very friendly wait staff, who quickly know you by name and make you feel at home. Good quality food, from people..."

Jonathan Shock

"Our friends from Cape Town recommended this little alley restaurant to us. It has a great, laid-back vibe. I was a little disappointed to see that..."

Renske Bouwer

"This is the perfect little grunge burger bar. If you haven't been to this place you are missing out. No frills, no fuss, no cutlery. Dont expect..."

Saltnsas

"Beers and taco's = happiness. Friendly vibe, serve yourself, no frills or fuss. One of my favourite lunch spots, but also great to pop in for a..."

Pia Harris

"By day The Dog's Bullocks becomes The Witches Tits. Think breakfast served until 4pm, hot dogs smothered in cheese and jalapenos, spicy prego rolls..."

Fabrizia Degli Esposti

"Yes, please and thank you. This is by far the best wings I have ever eaten, tasty to the bone. Can't wait to try their gigantic burgers. Great little..."

Wez_Undercover

"Cool place, decent burgers, a great house brew, good for groups or just two lost lovers wandering the streets in search of something a bit..."

J D

"One of Cape Town's secret surprises. With slightly (very) second hand garden furniture for seating, no cutlery and wine in a cardboard tube, this..."

Lindie White

"Amazzzzzing experience!!! And that's the thing: it is an experience! Yes the burgers are mouth-watering, yes the "yard" court is cool and ranchy, but..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"Wonderfully surprised by this hidden treasure. Massive burgers and fantastic vibes. Definitely needs some heaters on these cold winter nights. Also,..."

Gina.etherton

"Used to love coming here when it wasn't so commercial and you brought your own cutlery/drinks/etc. feel as though the burgers have declined in size..."

Amber Razdi-Rafael Convery

"So far, still my Favorite burger spot! Love it! Love the space you are in, the tables and chairs you sit on, takes me back to my childhood, and the..."

Juanita Rene Stears

"Great vibe, tasty food and one hell of a fun place to eat! The energy here is electric and always a pleasure! The dark alley way restaurant that..."

TerryCPT

"Burgers as big as your head (I'm not exaggerating) AND their tasty. Pair this with a very easy-drinking house craft beer, swift and friendly service,..."

Catharina

"Had a great experience.The staff were super welcoming and friendly. They were attentive and helpful but not crowding or..."

Karlien Meyer

"Love this hidden away gem that looks like it used to be a walk though between buildings. Great burgers will definitely return. The decor is fun,..."

Mariska Meyer

"This place is such a unique, hidden restaurant with a rock n roll edge. It's set up in an old garage, therefore rustic does not sufficiently describe..."

Jamie Jacobs

"Been craving a burger all week and thought I'd give The Dogs Bollocks a go. Cool place ,very vibey and great service.The burgers are huge ,I had the..."

Kerissa Naidoo

"We went to The Dog's Bollocks for a work lunch, all having a good laugh at telling people where we were going.The set up is quirky, with a..."

Jaclyn Woods

"I saw that this place was part of the best 5 burger joints and I decided to go and try it out, I was not disappointed. The burgers were nice and..."

Thatohlapo

"Wow. Just wow. By far the biggest burger I've devoured so far. I'm going to start with the negatives, no real dessert (except for the chocolate..."

Gabriel Stein

"A quick after work before we face the traffic home burger and bottle of wine! The ambience in this retaurant is amazing, very chilled and vibey. The..."

Heath Webb

"Best burger I have ever eaten. Portion size was MASSIVE and the taste could compete with the size of the burger. Its a pity that..."

Peter

"I write this review as I sit in front of the sauce that was once my burger. Wow. Quite simply, this is the best burger I've ever had. The burgers are..."

St John Grimbly

"Great experience at The dogs bollocks, it's not your ordinary restaurant vibe. Setup is different, I like the old school feel. I had the 3B burger,..."

Gerschel

"Checked out this niche neighbourhood eatery for lunch today and was delighted by the ambience and creativity of this place. The food is delicious..."

Puja

"Wanted to see for myself what all the fuss was about..was smiling from the moment I entered. The most fun waitresses/ barman ladies. Was caught..."

John Schippers

"Such a fun an interesting place, a teeny space in an alleyway that offers basic decor and a garage type feel.Staff are warm, a little crude but..."

Michelle Dalton

"Awesome fabulous place, funky different vibe, waitresses are super friendly and crazy. I recommend the burgers, I had the jealopeano cheese..."

Gina De Castro

"I can't believe I haven't tried this place before! I had an amazing meal here and the vibe and atmosphere is so awesome and something so different!..."

Caitlin Hanck

"Huge hamburgers, really, when I say huge is something incredibly big. I have chosen the Old School with onions and was a perfect choice for a..."

Marcelo Novais

"I would love to rate this place higher, as it's been one of my favourite Cape Town spots for a while now. The vibe is still completely unique and..."

Trinka Mynhardt

"I have been wanting to come here for a while as I had heard a lot about this place. And I certainly wasn't let down, the social aspect and the vibe..."

ROBERT ELLIS

"The yummiest food I've had in a very long time. Major props for having low carb options. Definitely my new favourite place to visit in CT. Service..."

Riyaadh Hanslo

"Ok, so maybe this isn’t really a milkshake place but I’ve had the famous Kelis song stuck in my head the last few days and that line of ‘my..."

I Love Foodies

"I don’t get it: why does anyone need a burger THAT big? For me, value for money comes with flavour and quality of produce, and The Dog’s Bollocks..."

Bree Street Brent

"@yard_ct is an icon. Literally in owner Nigel's driveway(!), ONLY 50 HUGE burgers made daily! Snack menu incl nachos/DELISH Sesame Wings. Owner..."

James Costello

"Finally visited the very popular and talked about Dog's Bollocks! Oh and did we have fun. This very unconventional restaurant serves Odd bin wine,..."

Elaine Lahoud

"People rave about the vibe, and rightly so. People rave about the burgers, and I just don't see (or taste) it. For one, the chalkboard menu has cute..."

Steven

"Love this place. Awesome overload. Will be having the rest of the menu when we come next. Oh, and another few liters of the Dog's Bollocks. ..."

Lizelle Vos

"The craziest burger I've ever eaten - definitely the biggest, and probably the most delicious! This is such a funky place, and a unique dining..."

Jessica Stromin

"The Dog's Bollocks has changed the burger game. Real good hearty big eating. What an absolute delight. I had the jalapeño cheese burger with bacon..."

Toinette Tobias

"If you are looking for adventure, this is the place to visit. Everything from the sassy servers, the rustic garage and most importantly the beer and..."

Marguerite Conradie

"Feels like home, except the food's better. Rad vibe, the whole road is a quaint beauty, burgers are amazing (and huge) and beers are..."

Nic Shackle

"We absolutely adore this place and keep coming back! The staff are such vibrates individuals who always makes you feel extra welcome. Absolutely..."

Tayla D

"Really enjoyed our lunch experience at the Yard. We like the way you need to write your name on a blackboard and if your order is ready they shout..."

C.J. Oosthuizen

"Amazing amazing experience, Dani was such an amazing waitress, such an enjoying vibe from her and the atmosphere, so funny and witty. The food was..."

Kenzy Struthers

"Had an amazing time here, great food and vibe, we had the Old School Mega Slider and the New Yorker, with garlic bread to start, and it was all..."

Mark Chapman

"Went with friends and had such a fabulous time. Service was awesome. The burgers were spectacular, although u are paying a pretty penny... at the..."

Ella Pascucci

"Unique place, with Unique people with great quality food full of amazing flavors with 🍕huge pizza's and burgers as big as your face. Drinks on..."

Carla Lourens

"What a little gem hidden between industrial buildings. Would've never thought to find a restaurant there. Get ready when you go there to go hungry...."

Louise Mohorich

"This place is lots of fun. Atmosphere for days! The staff match the decor, fun and a bit sassy. Even the bathrooms have character. Will definitely..."

Noah Vaughan

"Leave your negative vibes at the front door. This place is great with tasty food and large portions accompanied by attentive staff. My only issue..."

Ben

"Not quite the fowl language I was expecting. It was watered down a lot compared to the novelty I heard from friends. Suppose we'll blame it on the..."

Arne Roux

"Amazing food and great experience shoutout to Amy making us feel welcome..."

Saul neame

"What an amazing experience, the waiteress was a professional in her field unlike anything I've ever seen. She ran the entire restaurant with such..."

Andrew Baird

"Great place to eat and have a good..."

Taylor Ryan

"What an absolute laugh!!! A friend and I went for dinner and cocktails. This was the first time I went and it was glorious. Debbie our host was a..."

brett aspeling

"Always a laugh when going here, had something different not too long ago. Basically a pizza turned into a sandwich is the best way to describe it and..."

Steff

"We celebrated my daughter's 22nd name day on Saturday gone past, I was so so really happy about this recommendation materializing. What a gorgeous..."

David Demetrio

"Went for a work function...Had the jalapeño and cheese burger, was soft and juicy. Parking however was a challenge as there is no parking in the..."

David Hough

Bella Italia - Vredehoek

"Always a pleasure to eat here. Friendly staff and amazing..."

Luca Merola

"Absolutely charming! There is a feel of authentic Italy in this cozy spot in Derry. The melanzane starter is great and the pizzas are pretty good..."

Shannon Correia

"Great food, greater service and cost atmosphere. We will be back. Our waitress was very friendly and competent. The bolognese and pizza was..."

Camilla Wolfson

"Great little Italian eatery. Love the Venetian masks that decorate the walls. Both my friend and I ordered pizzas. Wood fired. Thin and crispy bases...."

Aletha Jeftha

"People are very quick to complain when things aren't good and very seldom give positive feedback when things are good. We visited Bella..."

Santana Land

"I was hungry and looking for a good pasta, and Belle Italia did not disappoint. The service was great, the kitchen was efficient, and the food was..."

T & Serendipity Blog

"I love going to Bella Italia in Vredehoek, the atmosphere is amazing and the hostess is such a warm and welcoming person. I can honestly say that..."

Bronwen Thomas

"A pleasant surprise. We found this place on the entertainer and really enjoyed it. Such tasty pizza. The place is a little small but it's adds to the..."

Tracy-lee Splinter

"Quaint Local Italian restaurant with broad menu list , house Speaciality bruschetta , baby chicken & tiramisu or chocolate salame . ..."

Paolo Panicco

"This was the best Italian food , I've ever had in my life! And I've been too Italy a few times in my life. I hope they have these dishes in heaven...."

Jo Botha Ackermann

"Great restaurant to visit with the family. It doesn't get more Italian than this. Good food, great coffee. Won't comment on the service as there was..."

Andrea

"This is a real hidden gem when it comes to pizza. The pizzas are great - thin crust, fresh ingredients and the tomato base they make is really good...."

Kate Mulholland

"Bella Italia makes some really good pizzas - super thin bases, just the way my Nonna would make. However, despite the great food, I do not find..."

Francesca Favero

"Best pizzas in Cape Town. Thin based and delicious. Your Italian go to restaurant for a night out. A very warm atmosphere where you feel like you're..."

Scarlett

"Vredehoek streets may seem dark on a windfree Monday night, but this quiet place with the small, unimposing signage sure underpromises and..."

Lindie White

"Fantastic little Italian restaurant in the heart of Vredehoek! They do delicious pizzas and they also deliver, which is a plus! Certainly my go-to..."

Bronwyn Coltman

"Very good pizza with a lovely thin base. Their extra toppings are overpriced. Pastas are good and generous on their sauce. Passion fruit and soda..."

Jackie Platt

"Bella Italia is a local hotspot for us. The restaurant has recently been renovated, making it even more pleasant to go to. This is casual Italian,..."

Jaclyn Woods

"I ordered a Regina and Hawaiian pizza ... Definitely the best wood fired pizza I've ever had! (amazing thin crust too) Extremely friendly staff :)..."

Ben Kilian

"Set in a very cool part of Cape Town, with a few cute little eating places. I popped in for a quick bite, just felt like a pizza and what I ate..."

Allan Moita

"Best Pizza in Town, thin..."

Oreste Nusca

"Best pizza! Yummy..."

Dominique Rowlands

"One of my favorite pizza restaurants. Cosy and authentic. Thin crusted pizza's, fresh pastas and great mid week specials. Try the Mexicana it is..."

Liezl Kritzinger

Hemelhuijs

86/100 (1454 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Best place for breakfast...lunch....coffee....food is art and flavours are incredible. Fantastic service and beautiful decor A must visit..."

Lori Thornhill

"The food is art and you can sit and eat the art. The decor is stunning and the staff knows their stuff. Love the..."

Peter Thornhill

"Had the most delicious breakfast. Not the first time . Very sophisticated. And great sercive. Well done to all staff and..."

Jomari Erasmus

"The best homely lunch place by far. The trout dish is..."

Godfrey Nkwane

"Amazing food with solid service. Interior second to none. I've been here a few times and it is now a very firm favourite. Highly recommend the veal..."

Rorisang Moseli

"I ate art. Great service from Robben. The flavors are unbelievably explosive. Great fusion ice..."

Frank Malaba

"Great food here. I'm writing this review about 8 months after I visited but I still remember being pleasantly surprised but the food. The food..."

Prevlin CR Seven Naidoo

"Had Bebotie Frikkedelle - was delish. Service is excellent and atmosphere is good. Definitely a restaurant for the cultivated foodie to tryout in..."

Christopher Dean Mills

"Favorite restaurant in Cape Town, Best food, best drinks, best..."

Kelly Withey Mara

"Sublime. Nothing else to say. Except to say I am grateful for the high standards and..."

Toby Orford

"Amazing, you must try the french toast!!!! Will definitely be..."

Ericka De Vries

"Excellent service, stylish, yet relaxed atmosphere and of course that food! Wonderful breakfast as always, popular favorites done well and with a..."

Nick Paul

"Lovely atmosphere. 5* Food and service. Parking a problem to find - R24 for 90mins; but we'll definitely be back for breakfast...."

Wendy van Deventer

"Absolutely enjoyable!!! Loved everything about it. Thank you for a great..."

Chrisoula Kavakos

"le macaron est tout simplement merveilleux, chapeaux..."

Alexander Ryan Brits

"Superb breakfast of poached eggs, hollandaise sauce and artichokes. Their Vietnamese coffee is an absolute must. Best potato rosti in Cape Town...."

Caroline

"What a stunning spot! I love this place so much because every time feels better than the last. It’s so difficult to choose favourites from their..."

Lesedi Ramonyane

"Hemelhuijs is a hidden gem in the CBD, amazing spot to have breakfast at.I opted for the French toast with salted caramel and banana , which was..."

Farzana Dalvie

"Nice location and interesting interiors. Staff were very friendly and informative. The oversized menus (they were huge) showcased a huge variety of..."

Said Kekhia

"I read about Hemelhuijs in Lonely Planet and I was very happy I came! I knew I was onto something special when I was presented with the menu, it's..."

Hangry In Dubai

"This was my first time at Hemelhuijs for breakfast and I was absolutely blown away! The decor is beautiful and creates a very calm and peaceful..."

Amy Kruger

"Undoubtedly one of the best breakfast spots in Cape Town! That's why it's got a 5-star rating from us! 🥇What can we say about..."

Tsepang & Thapelo

"Really great brunch experience! Had the honey rooibos ice tea which was sweet and refreshing as well as the bacon, avo and egg on mosbolletjie bread...."

Kposselwhite

"Great vibe - outside is buzzing with colourful pedestrian traffic while inside seating offers a more serene environment. Understated elegance (incl..."

AJG

"Extremely interesting menu and amazing crockery. Excellent service. Food is clever, layered and delicious. Great choice for breakfast and lunch...."

Wikus Du Toit

"Hemelhuijs directly translated means ‘Heavenly House’ and aptly describes a visit to this establishment. A fantastic menu, including great..."

Rigard & Jeanine

"I had really pleasant experience at this restaurant. The food is beautifully and interestingly presented. Great attention to detail is paid..."

Danieljake

"Lovely relaxed atmosphere, the staff were very friendly when interacting with us. I had a table outside to enjoy some of the good weather...."

Sihle Ck Mkhize

"Was pleasantly surprised by the warm atmosphere despite the cool black and grey aesthetic. Very modern, and the menu design is stunning. Food is..."

Didi Tsitsi

"Don't get confused, Hemelhuijs isn't actually in De Waterkant, rather on Waterkant Street in Town right by the Waterkant Bridge over..."

Asher Weinsein

"I've just been to lunch at Hemelhuijs and what an experience. The service is something you would expect to find in a Michelin star restaurant...."

Aletha Jeftha

"What a wonderful little secret café in the Cape Town CBD. I had the Vietnamese coffee, which was extremely tasty and I love the idea of drinking..."

Rachael Laura Wahl

"I really enjoyed my brunch at Hemelhuijs! An interesting atmosphere for a cafe but I enjoyed it. Had delicious food and the waiters were great ! I..."

Emma Haines

"One of the very few cafés that serve cocktails for breakfast!!Really enjoyed the kumquats and citrus infused cocktail with just a hint of vodka..."

Kriyanka Naidoo

"Really great space with excellent service. Lots of attention to detail and the Vietnamese coffee was a winner! Breakfast (potato rosti,poached eggs,..."

Chengz

"A little piece of culinary heaven. Love this quaint, stylish and quirky spot in town. Expert breakfasts that will fill you for the day, beautiful,..."

Bronwyn Esterhuizen

"Had breakfast here a few days ago. The decor is calming and elegant. The interesting display on the wall of peppers from around the world goes well..."

Steven Edwards

"Had brunch here a few days ago and what a delightful experience it was. Excellent service and delicious ,well presented food. Will definitely return..."

Kerissa Naidoo

"Righto As far as coffee shops go this place checks most boxes. There's an incredible level of attention to detail that has gone..."

Gerald Walus

"Good little restaurant with some odd dishes that are delicious. Had the burger - strangest burger I have us but fantastic. The juices were an odd..."

Stuninho

"Had lunch at Hemelhuijs for the first time last week. The service was really good and the food was absolutely delicious. I wanted the tuna carpaccio,..."

Caro Van Aardt

"This hidden gem in Dewaterkant was the best find today! The food was absolutely amazing! What stood out was the gourmet feel and the..."

Imtiyaaz Hart

"We were in the mood for something different and we were not disappointed. The food was good and the service was on the ball. Spot to return to when..."

Andre Scheepers

"Finally got around to trying this gem out, and I will admit that it was well worth all of the hype. I had the winter mesclun with truffled..."

Zanenkululeko Belot

"Finally came to Hemelhuijs after hearing so much about it! It's small and fancier than most breakfast places, but the vibe is great and the food even..."

Jessica Stromin

"Few restaurants come close to the consistency and true expression of simplicity in the food they make. Words don't do justice to a Hemelhuijs..."

Reza Salie

"Fantastic surprise and a hidden gem. The service was excellent. Came for breakfast and was intrigued by what was on offer. Not the traditional slap..."

Robert Fridjhon

"The rating says it all!! Healthy, tasty, vibey, service is very good and waiters friendly. I like the decor, lots to look at. If you in town and..."

Wayne De Nobrega

"What a pleasure to go here for a brunch. The menu is always tastefully designed. The soup is really mouthwatering during the cooler days in Cape..."

Christine Du Toit

"Not your ordinary breakfast venue! The venue is very well done and despite not catching the early morning rays it is still very pleasant👍🏻 The..."

Nic Hern

"Nice little corner restaurant with minimalist and soothing decor. However disappointingly the quality of food and service has gone down significantly..."

Dipäyän

"Love this spot! I really like the size of the Resturant as well as the earthy, simple decor. Not to mention, the food is very..."

Nazneen Ahmed

"I love this place I always stop at list few times over for lunch when in town ...The combination of fresh and healthy produce combine with..."

Fabrizio Capello

"Went for breakfast and ordered the Rosti. Was extremely good, poached eggs were perfectly cooked. It was filling but not too heavy. I would come..."

Emiko

"Wonderful little gem!Great service, fantastic food, amazing coffee. Loved the urban setting too. Even doggie friendly which always tickles my..."

Rochelle Harwin

"I had the most divine Friday afternoon lunch at Hemelhuijs! The waiter was attentive and really helpful and the food was amazing! I had the..."

Rachel

"Wow this is a secret place that should be shared! Absolutely delicious! The calamari (for a Jozi girl craving fresh seafood) definately had my taste..."

Samantha Hunter

"One of my favourite CBD lunch spots. Centrally located on the fanwalk, this popular (make sure you have a reservation) upmarket restaurant's eclectic..."

Ryan Goodman

"Really special little place. Had a lovely breakfast with the fam. Definitely going back! Great juices, decor and eggs benidict. Little bit of advice,..."

Helena

"Wonderful experience Every time! The food is delicious, a wonderful flavour twist on breakfast classics and a whole new world for mains. And the..."

Lvanmellek

"Surprised to have arrived to breakfast to be asked if we had a reservation. Having gobbled up a delicious artichoke eggs benny, two delicious..."

Mike Varney

"From the moment you step in the door, Hemelhuijs is perfection. The waiters are dressed to a tee, the menus looks like a page out of one of Heston..."

Michelle Matzdorff

"Amazing amazing and flavour burst food! Beautiful menu, beautiful decor! Service are so quick! More then enough food on a plate! Will definitely..."

Stephanie Louw

"I've been here twice for breakfast and this becoming a favorite Saturday brunch place. The service is warm and friendly from when you enter to when..."

Glen Hunt

"Hemelhuijs really lived up to its amazing reputation! The food was so delicious. To start I had the beetroot and pear salad, which was..."

Leila Osato

"Very classy restaurant in a great central city location on a pedestrian only street. Very welcoming. I popped in for a late lunch salad and had their..."

Anne Chappel

"Excellent food - best sago in the world! I like the ambience and decor. Good music and company. Service is also very good. I'll be back for the lunch..."

Vaughan Coulson

"We had lunch at this wonderful place - the menus are amazing and we spent a while just reading them...such a hard choice as everything looked and..."

Debbie Coulson

"We recently visited Hemelhuijs to try out their new winter menu and it was everything we expected it to be, and so much more. Situated in the heart..."

MelbourneLops

"I had my birthday lunch here and it was wonderful. The staff are so hospitable and the food is as usual- unbelievable. I had the peppered calamari..."

Gabrielle Meyers

"Pretty expensive but the food was delicious. I had the poached egg with potato rosti and cream freche. Was so amazing. James had the benedict which..."

Erin Coe

"So far this is the best eggs benedict in town since the river cafe has absolved it's responsibility to create the best breakfast the world has yet to..."

Kieran Pearce

"Easily one of my favorite lunch spots in Cape Town. What a place! We went on a cold rainy day, and were fighting against the wind as we walked..."

Leah Feiger

"This place exemplifies a certain kind of chic. One of the best all-around restaurant experiences I've had anywhere. Would eat here every day if I..."

Sean M. Kennedy

"Hemelhuijs is a lovely upmarket trendy restaurant in CBD. Love the ambiance of the place and the food is delicious. They serve a scrumptious french..."

Dirk Van Zijl

"Wow! Now this place has something special. Quirky arty decor, amazing fusion food with strange combinations that just work! I had the veal with..."

Adrian Kaplan

"One of my favourite spots to go, cosy indoor on a winter's day and lovely outside seating for a sunny summers day. Stunning menu and great food!..."

Ilse Nel

"If there were a place to epitomise the glories of food, that will have to be a small bistro found on Waterkant Street in the bustling inner circles..."

Carla De Klerk

"I like going to places that have fun decor. There was an artwork made entirely out of toast. So cool and chic, loved the food too. If you want to go..."

Adri

"This quaint restaurant is tucked away in the waterkant accessible only via a pedestrian street. The chic decor blends with the unique cutlery and..."

Ashleigh Fynn

Louise Van Wyk

"I think this has to be my top favourite restaurant in Cape Town. Not only is the food aesthetically pleasing in my plate each time I have eaten..."

Mademoiselle Nomad

"I'm crazy about the interesting menu at Hemelhuijs. The coffee is great, egg breakfasts amazeballs and the sago porridge - oh em gee - is worth dying..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"This is one of the best if not the best eatery's in town , satisfy absolutely all my senses . The consistency in creativity and service are..."

Dawid Kriel

"Great little place . Nice find . Really great atmosphere and decor. The food is amazing. Try the onion soup in the cold weather, amazing. Had the..."

Bradley Pieters

"Definitely above average for a breakfast experience... my best part is the decor & crockery, diffs to the norm. Dig these black mugs the coffee is..."

Michelle Flynn

"Wonderful spot for breakfast! The gorgeous interior changes through out the year but always manages to inspire and delight!The service is..."

Toomuchloveliness

"Just had a very late and very delicious breaki with my better half Hemelhuijs. They serve all day breakfast! Brilliant, fresh, simple food prepared..."

Daniel Buys

"This little gem in the city is the ideal spot for a quiet lunch with a dear friend. You must try one of the cocktails, unusual combinations yet well..."

Grant Shippey

"Absolutely rocked my little foodie world. From that delicious mosbolletjie bread to that mindblowing calamari it was a superb experience - I'll be..."

Rachel Myra

"What a breakfast and lunch spot. I keep returning because it never loses its touch. Scrambled eggs are amazing, creamy and light. Mossbolletjie toast..."

Ian Burrows

"What can I say other than I plan to be back! The coffee and breakfast were excellent. The black salt was a interesting touch. The restaurant also..."

Travis

"Such a beautiful restaurant. The chef is also an artist and changes up the look of the restaurant every few months as well as making his own..."

TheJoburgFoodie

"Absolutely love Hemelhuijs - it has unbelievably good food with flavours and ingredients seldom found anywhere else; good service and a location that..."

Nina Brooklyn Brown

"One of my favourite lunch restaurants in Cape Town. The food has fantastic flavour with interesting sauces. Their juices are also a..."

Nicole Vrede

"Wow, wow, wow! You can taste the love in the food! Amazing options, flavours and presentation. The pineapple combo juice was so refreshing too...."

Danielle Kruger

"It's a hidden gem... my 1st impression when I walked, was this is fancy as the tables are neatly set up with glasses, knives, fork and beautiful..."

Schanees Burgess

"Wonderful lunch spot. The food is amazing. It’s a small restaurant, so it gets really full during lunch hours and the waiting time is too long. But..."

Silvia Raninger

"My Birthday on Monday 16th October 2023 was our last day in beautiful Cape Town and we found this absolute gem of a place to have my Birthday..."

Gillian Stolworthy

"Quaint establishment with beautiful interiors. Hemelhuijs has some splendid menu options. The starter veg wrap is quite memorable as well as their..."

Melanie N-P

"Gorgeous little place tucked away in a side street in town. Small and cosy with friendly staff. Perfect for..."

heather williams

"This beautiful, quaint Cafe is a perfect gem of an eatery located in the city bowl on Waterkant Street. A true bistro in every sense of the word,..."

Gill A

"I tried their version of eggs benedict, deliciously laid on a soft brioche bun. Full of flavour. The interior is simple and cool, makes a very good..."

Marco Capo (Marco)

"A Cape town institution that still has an exceptional standard. We live the bruch menu and cocktails. Decor and service on point. They also have a..."

Eat like a local Cape Town

"The ambiance was warm and inviting, instantly making me feel at home. As I perused the menu, I couldn't help but notice the attention to detail that..."

Grey Stopforth

"Yummmmsss! This a must when in capetown. Want a delicious & organic food with a homemade style feel ? This is it! Wonderful staff, friendly and..."

RAM IMAGERY

"We were lucky enough to have Sunday brunch in this beautiful artistic place. You need to make a reservation before you go. The food is great. What..."

Kholoud Altalhi

"Out of this world... big surprise. Decor, menus, food, the personell: amazing. We had breakfast... what an experience. Very quiet and cozy place and..."

CADS

"Very kind personal, seems they rushing over but they was so friendly! The main thing is better to clear all ingredients in menu because Mesclun salad..."

Anisa White

"Great spot for la good lunch experience in Capetown, everything was so tasteful, we really enjoyed..."

Valery T

"A really smart place which manages an effortless blend of lovely food and smooth service in a wonderful ambiance. I would go back any time, if it..."

Ric VAN WEELDEN

"Wow - friends had been recommending this place for some time. I had a.combo of breakfast and lunch and it was fantastic. Vietnamese coffee was..."

Lisa Heilbronn

Maria's Greek Cafe

86/100 (1411 ratings)

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"What a lovely place. We got such a warm welcome from our waitress. She answered all our questions regarding the menu, such a person's person. Food -..."

Sonia Gouws

"Love this place! Always amazing food and friendly service! Can't wait for them to reopen after the..."

Gabrielle Fluxman

"Extraordinary food variations of the open kitchen, even for experienced hipster kitchen hopper. Heartwarming service included :) The best dine I've..."

Lotte Kraus

"Love this place! The aubergine pita is by far the best (perhaps because I always order it)!!!! :) people are awesome and the atmosphere is..."

Loraine Van Der Westhuizen

"Sat 19/09/2015 . The best, mouth watering food from beginning to end! I will for sure be back for more! Absolute hidden gem in town, with plenty..."

Pikkie Botha

"Really great food & good service! I had the best moussaka there last night! 🙌 can't wait to go..."

Hayley Roman

"One of my favourites on Dunkley Square. It is a Greek Restuarant with hip vibe, service and food is..."

Jeremy Adam Wlaszek Walt

"Had a fantastic dinner celebrating a friends birthday. Very generous portions and great..."

Darin Lotz

"Delicious food and warm, friendly service. A fantastic choice for a laid back Friday lunch in Cape..."

Catherine Cohen

"Best roast lamb I've had yet! And such a great vibe and location. Very friendly staff who can actually recommend what you should order..."

Gemma Kendall Pelton Bluff

"Fantastic food and beautiful atmosphere..."

Michelle Verwiel

"Their food is out of this world delicious, the atmosphere is super cosy & the service is welcoming & friendly. Maria’s is perfect for a romantic..."

Amber Kneisel

"What a brilliant Greek restaurant Great ambiance Understated decor but amazing tapas- some of the best I’ve ever enjoyed We ordered a..."

Trevor

"Favourite restaurant to go for especially since it’s halaal friendly and excellent food. The male waiter (can’t remember his name) did a very..."

Aishapaedia

"Just had dinner at this gardens gem. As always food was devine and the atmosphere under the trees was amazing with smiling friendly waitresses and a..."

Pria G

"I really felt like Greek food so used the Zomato app to search for a place in Cape Town. Maria’s was brilliant just what I needed healthy fresh..."

Louise

"Amazing evening at Maria’s. Divine food and lovely setting, we got a number of starters to share and they were all equally delicious. Favorites..."

Gemma Scholtz

"What an amazing restaurant. I will go back over and over. Sitting outside underneath the trees amongst old building and small narrow streets, it..."

Magda Oosthuysen

"I love sitting outside at Maria’s on warm sunny days. All of the food here is just delicious, from the mezze to the lunch special and..."

Claudia Penny

"Went to Maria’s for dinner last night and I think it is quite a gem. Hidden away in the Gardens area. Downside, parking is a bit of an..."

Lucian

"Great vibe, very cosy!! The most incredible spanakopita I’ve EVER had in my life... the Lamb Maria’s was underwhelming but the lamb with orzo..."

Tay

"Such a lovely experience. Maria's is very cosy, there is a downstairs and upstairs. We were lucky to get a table by just walking in, but..."

Liani

"definitely one of my go-to restaurants. delish calamari and chips and mezze! nice energy and vibe. cosy in winter and the perfect alfresco dining..."

Morgan

"Greek food at its best. Such a beautiful setting in the heart of Cape Town, this restaurant really feels like you're in a European city...."

Dani Gama

"Update: Maria’s is finally open! Owing to their kitchen burning down some time ago, they’ve been closed for a few months to renovate...."

Aletha Jeftha

"Maria's is my first choice for Greek food in Cape Town, and is an overall favourite for a quality meal in a cosy setting. I can recommend the chicken..."

George Miller

"Food: We ordered a few mezzes which came all on one board. This I found great as it created a very interactive eating environment. With that being..."

Paul_broome

"A great lunch at Maria's today! I had the vegan platter for 1 (R92) which had deep fried aubergines and zucchini, hummus, olives, an..."

The Chowing Bunnies

"I have never been a big fan of Greek food but this place definitely changed my mind. As you walk in the smell is just amazing, calamari filling the..."

Wez_Undercover

"I've been here twice and the courtyard atmosphere is really lovely. The meze is delicious and very authentic. However, I find the main courses that..."

Simone Izzard

"I had this little spot on my list since December so with my birthday i had one place in mind... I made sure to book ahead because finding a table..."

Nadia Janse Van Rensburg

"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. The grilled calamari main is an absolute must - such a pick-me-up. Love this restaurant to..."

Upasna Maharaj

"Rustic, dimly lit setting...awesome service and really tasty food. We were given a quaint table under the trees and fairy lights, which truly set the..."

Nicol Miller

"What a cute little gem this restaurant is! Not so many sittings but perfect for the purpose, a very familiar and intimate atmosphere . Their greek..."

Pusm

"Had the meze platter at Maria's. Delicious and authentic flavours. The atmosphere and outdoor seating is fantastic. For dessert we shared the ravani..."

Joash Narainsamy

"Fantastic to sit outside on a warm summers night. Friendly waiters and good service. Vegetable platter for 2 was so yummy. Would love to try the rest..."

@natsnotfazed

"Our table was unfortunately not ready by the time we got there, even though we had reserved it. We ordered the vegetarian platter for two for a..."

Tracy-lee Splinter

"Maria's has to be my all time favourite Greek restaurant in Cape Town. You feel like you're sitting in Europe amidst the trees and fairy lights. As..."

Gabi Goldberg

"I have had the Yiouvetsi chicken on two occasions and wow! In love. The restaurant is small,dimly lit and rustic but has a romantic feel to it. I..."

Jenna Rodd

"Always on the hunt for an after-dinner treat simply to satisfy the sweet tooth. There's nothing more indulgent than to visit a restaurant serving..."

Sharese Hunt

"I've been wanting to try Maria's for ages, and finally got the chance to go for dinner with a group of friends. We made the booking really late for a..."

Lauren McMaster

"After parking my car I turned a corner and felt like I was on holiday in Greece. What a beautifully situated restaurant with charismatic furniture..."

FoodMissionary

"I've been meaning to come here for a while, and all I can say is that Im devastated that I didn't do it earlier! Food, service and the outdoor..."

Claire_Nicola

"Popped in here while waiting for the wife. Waiter suggested a locally made cider named Sxollie which I really enjoyed. I also ordered a friend pastry..."

Carl Thomas

"I can not fault this restaurant on anything. They have an authentic Greek atmosphere, the food is beautiful and so delicious and the service is spot..."

Karlien Meyer

"Had another delicious meal at one of my favourite places. I would highly recommend the vegan platter for one as a starter. It's a great combo of deep..."

Jager Sisters

"The first time I came here, it was on my first day of my first job in Cape Town, and my manager took me out for lunch to get to know me better. With..."

Melanie Du Toit

"After dinner with friends we needed dessert. We searched the area for somewhere that satisfied our cravings. We settled on Maria's. Upon arrival, the..."

JotterJo

"Oh my god! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING FOOD!! I experienced this wonderful Greek food for the first time after viewing the art at first Thursday's...."

Paige Ellis Green

"Best Greek place in town hands down. Really, beautiful - it's actually so nice. The service is great and everything I've had there so far has been..."

Tiyaarah Cloete

"Tucked away in the corner of Dunkley Square Maria's is a great choice for a mediterranean dinner. The restaurant is not very big, so be sure to book..."

Francesca Favero

"If you need a secret spot to impress your girl, you've come to the right place. It's a really romantic setting tucked away in town. They serve a..."

Marcus Christiansen

"Maria's is such a beautiful, quaint little restaurant. Firstly, I'm not a huge fan of Greek food, but I rated Maria's based on their food, and..."

Meera Naik

"Cute, romantic and tasty. A great Greek experience. Shared all the tapas, generous portions for tapas and couldn't stop eating. Love this type of..."

Lukeconorbolton

"Always on the hunt for a delicious lamb burger so Maria's today definitely ticked all the boxes. Today felt like summer so the setting was even more..."

Ulisha Moodley

"Steph Latsky what a jol! Walked into Maria's dying for some breakfast, and unfortunately had to walk out due to no breakfast options. Luckily the..."

Izaan

"I love it here!!! I know a lot of people aren't mad about it but if ever in doubt, have the falafel! It is a dip of heaven!!! 😍💜 the owners are..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"Maria's dishes up a trendy twist on classic Greek food and I will definitely be back. The highlight is the incredible service with the owners..."

Aqeelah Hassim

"Popped in at Maria's last night for my mom's birthday, our waiter was very attentive and checked on us regularly to see if we needed anything. I had..."

Jesse-Mari

"This little gem never gets old or tired: it just keeps on sparkling.Lunch with a friend at Maria's could not have been more satisfying...."

Mr Creosote

"Really love the atmosphere here, sitting outside under the trees on a warm evening. The surrounding buildings are beautiful too. Also love the trays..."

Tiaan Jonker

"Good Greek food and very nice meze. It is however very busy and a group of people were turned away because they had no open tables so bookings are..."

Tally Leach

"My goodness what great food! Their signature dish, slow roasted lamb was mind blowing, I had it yesterday and already craving it. They also have some..."

Meghnaaz Williams

"Excellent! Really quality mezze type food and lovely cosy vibe. A little pricey (esp the wine) but worth it for a good night. Best were the dolmades,..."

Vanessa Berger

"My favorite restaurant in cape town. Super romantic, intimate and great Greek food. Get calamari for sure, and any of their amazing mains with lamb!..."

Laura

"We had to take an early table for dinner as they were fully booked for later. This wasn't a problem as sitting outside under the trees on the square..."

Angus

"Now this is a cute place to eat. It's in an adorable spot on Dunkley Square, and the interior is beautifully designed with the most intelligent..."

Popsi

"Met a friend for dinner on Thursday evening at Maria's - used to be an old favorite of mine but hadn't been there in years. We shared quite a few..."

Alexia Paizis-Scott

"Hands down the best Greek restaurant in Cape Town, probably among the best anything-restaurants in the city. Sterling location, consistently..."

Ben Rhys

"What a wonderful quiet space to be. The staff is top and the food is fantastic. My first experience with Greek food and from mezethes to main dishes..."

Osvaldo Mostiço

"Went to Maria's for a birthday dinner (as it was Christmas Eve and most places are closed- Maria's are normally fully booked but luckily we managed..."

Si-Anne Wilkins

"The staff is super friendly, I was there with my grandfather who has trouble climbing stairs, and even though they have only 2, the waiters were..."

Gabriel Stein

"Maria's is a little Greek haven with beautiful seating outdoors, and a comforting, relaxed atmosphere (I went during the day, though I have heard it..."

Raeesa Naik

"Wonderful tasty greek food with wonderful friendly staff. We will return everyone enjoyed their meals and the portions were wonderfully presented and..."

Neelesh Bhagattjee

"Lovely little spot. Fantastic tapas, really good service, great atmosphere. Even though it was a crazy busy evening, nothing came close to..."

John Paterson

"Really good Greek food. Been here for breakfast and dinner. The hand cut chips are a must.The service is friendly and fast. For dessert,..."

Mincong Chen

"The Kefthethes starter was delicious as was the Baklava desert. The food is of a good standard and the chairs and tables outside the restaurant..."

Paulo Branco

"Maria's is absolutely incredible from the decor to the service and most especially the food!I ordered off the Mezethes menu and was..."

Jess Lennon

"This was such a find! Delicious food in a great setting with some of the best service I've experienced in a while. Friendly, fast, efficient. I had..."

Lisa Botha Gibbon

"I used to live across the road from this amazing restaurant! I havent been disappointed once with any of their meals. It serves such delicious Greek..."

Jodi King

"Delicious food, cosy atmosphere and awesome people! Highly recommend it. We shared the vegetarian starter, a bottle of house red and baklava for..."

Andrea Petersen

"Great Greek dining with a friendly atmosphere. The food was so great I decided to skip main coarse and just have multiple starters. Don't think I..."

Shaun Van Zyl

"Excellent service after walking in from the street on a fully booked Saturday night. As far the food goes....three words....slow cooked lamb! Okay..."

Des Mossop

"Well worth a visit. Menu is not extensive (a plus) but there are a variety of dishes, from small to larger to choose from. Food is good. Service is..."

Goodfood

"I absolutely love this restaurant and have never had a bad experience here. The food is absolutely delicious whether you opt to share the incredible..."

Sapna Naik

"Had a wonderful dinner at Maria's this evening featuring excellent service, an interesting wine list, and a scrumptious-sounding menu which was very..."

Nick BG

"If you want easy & delicious vegan food without having to make a fuss, Maria's is the best - literally have a vegan platter on the menu.. They also..."

Talya Goldberg

"Excellent service - the waitress had great rapport with us. I must say their pitas are delicious and worth the money. Very romantic atmosphere in..."

Lauren Lesley Bubb

"Maria's has the best veg platter - the mucver is always a winner! Nothing beats sitting out on the square on a sunny day eating your weight in..."

Nikki.albertyn

"Marias is such a pleasure to visit. The lamb pita is tender and full of flavour (just like good lamb should be) and their chips are to die for. Great..."

MelbourneLops

"Such a homely vibe. Forgot this little gem still doing Greek like it's meant to be done. Just needs a better craft beer selection and then we all..."

Russ Meyer

"Despite being slightly pricey it's vibey in a very quaint little courtyard giving the feel that one is sitting on a pavement in Europe! It's small..."

Roxanne Boyes

"I have never experienced anything like this before! If you're looking for the best food in town, the best service, the most fantastic setting, GO..."

Christoff Smit

"Absolutely love this place. The vibe is always great and service fantastic. The food is phenomenal, no matter what you order. I will always recommend..."

Shauna Tweedie

"Great atmosphere, good tapas and the mains were also enjoyable. Chicken burger was really good, bun was a bit soggy but take nothing away from the..."

Matthew Hougaard

"Really superb Greek food. Greek food in Cape Town is hard to find and this is really on point. Everything from their tzatziki to their dolmades are..."

Phoebe Kondylis

"I don't have any photos to prove it but this place is pretty much faultless as far as I'm concerned. The Rosemary chips are completely delicious, and..."

Dominique Andrea Vieira

"This place is next level amazing. The food was to die for. Such an interesting mix of options on the menu... I really had a hard time deciding! I..."

Brenda Byers

Sababa Kitchen And Deli

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"For some years I have known about the existence of Sababa - initially I used to have lunch in their Bree street store which has now unfortunately..."

Mark D

"We stumbled upon this rather by coincidence looking for a healthy lunch. We were not disappointed: the salads and wraps were super fresh and tasty...."

Lari Foe

"I love Sababa! I can highly recommend them as they've never dissappointmented me! If they offered delivery I could live off their menu! Food is..."

Jenita Ferreira

"The perfect lunch take away! Sababa has some of the best Middle Eastern bites in CPT. They make everything fresh in the morning and sell until they..."

New Routes Travel

"Very fresh and delicious food. Best Humus in Cape Town. Amazing lunch boxes. Wish I could eat their food each day. Also find them at the Oranjezicht..."

Jessy Lipperts

"They say when in Rome do what the romans do...I say when in Sea Point go to Sababa...The best authentic food served with a smile...To the staff you..."

Sylvia Wyngaard

"Great food,health conscious and so yummy all together!!So cheap for great food..keep it..."

Tiffany A

"Fresh fast food at its best, friendly service and good selection of magical..."

Gilbert Grace

"OMG The food is superb!!! Try it, you won't regret..."

C Smart

"Saba is a tad expensive, but the flavours are..."

Sarah Kope

House Of H

"Different expletive with self service. Works well. Food is amazing and portions are large. Vibe and settings provides perfect atmosphere for your..."

Pavansingho23

"What an amazing experience this evening. We went for a friend's birthday. The whole concept of the place is very trendy. Would highly recommend their..."

Amber Davies

"When this restaurant just opened we had an unforgettable vegetarian oyster mushroom burger that I still think about today. Their food is..."

Simone Cupido

"This place has a great vibe! Very casual as you order drinks and food yourself at the counter.The salad bar was awesome and every salad I tried..."

Robyn Palmer

"Fantastic vibe for First Thursday’s . Love the concept of card swipes for everything . Steaks are done authentically . Salads were an excellent..."

Dushina Arran

"I absolutely love the concept of this self-service restaurant. When you arrive you're issued with a card that you will use to swipe for everything..."

Robin Mahlangu

"One of my favourtie places in Cape TownIt is almost always such a vibe especially at night and on First Thursdays!3 words to describe:..."

Yajna Gold

"Loved this place with the quirky decor and amaaazing food. We had some burger here - looooooooved the oyster mushroom burger. The service is super..."

Carlétjie Van Eck

"What a really interesting, quirky restaurant. Some may not enjoy the ordering process and the limited menu, but it worked for me! The poutine is..."

Jodie Hermans

"A simple menu, very laid back atmosphere and easy ordering system that eliminates the calculating and splitting bill at the end, I had a cheeseburger..."

Zanel

"Quirky and interesting. The brisket was super delicious. Salad was a little pricey. Atmosphere was relaxing at Saturday lunch. Limited beer and wine...."

Sam Bell

"I am astounded when I'm able to walk in here. House of H should be booked weeks in advance. Decor is amazing, food incredible and that chilli sauce I..."

Chantelle Cara Bowyer

"Surprisingly amusing decor/products. Charming staff, rustic atmosphere that screams Cape Town.Not for the tight budgets (the wine, at..."

Capetownpulse

"The food is simply amazing. The eclectic setting, and self service orientation is novel by the city, but the vibe is brilliant. Must try the infused..."

Deven Moodley

"One of the best Cape Town restaurant experiences I've had in a long time. Everything was impeccable from the food, to the service, to the ambience,..."

Kposselwhite

"Really cool place and concept. You get a card when you arrive that you use to swipe for your meal at the kitchen and your drinks at the bar and then..."

Gabi

"Last night we visited house of h for the second time. Very cool concept, vibe and delicious food!I had a chicken burger which..."

Sara Lohmaier

"Super tasty burger and chips. I specially liked the green sauce with the patty, perfect combination. Decor is fun and relaxed, a mix of garage scrape..."

Omar Tomasetta

"Love House of H. The food is sensational. So many delicious flavours. Best cheese burger I have had in ages! The staff were friendly and made us feel..."

Bebz H

"As this place is on our way to work it was inevitable that we would just have to stop. And I definitely don't regret it! Wecame here twice. The first..."

Abigail Potgieter

"A unique coffee corner on my way to my office in Pepper street. Very reasonable prices and a bonus that they are open before 7:30. Would definitely..."

Leandra Mouton

"I think the best to sum up my opinion of House of H is that I'm a fan....for life. This place is an absolute gem and if you've not been might I..."

Publius Ovid Naso

"House of H has quickly climbed to the top of my list of favourite restaurants in Cape Town. The card system is so nifty, makes it incredibly easy to..."

Nicola Cape Town

"Such a rad spot with a super cool vibe! Love the randomness of the interior and the rustic feel! The food was so good too. I had the oyster..."

Toni McCann

"The best place for a steak hands down! Original and full of character, this is definitely not your average steakhouse. The food and decor will exceed..."

Htroux88

"We went to House of H last night "13 May 2017" and it was great. Service we got was excellent and there whole system's of getting your own food and..."

Carl

"We went to House of H for Restraunt week and were slightly disappointed by the experience. The concept is really awesome and the food was really..."

Nic Hern

"With so many new restaurants opening up in Cape Town it's refreshing to find a spot that actually adds something new and different. House of H offers..."

Hadlay Mclean

"this restaurant located on Loop street has been open for less than a year , but quickly became the place to be for great Food ,or after work drinks..."

Real_forking_diet

"The house of H has got it right. Something very different from what you are used to woth a barber and tattoo shop all in one Love that I can..."

Cptboytjie

"One of my preferred first Thursdays stop offs. They have great coffee and the most friendly staff. The in this eclectially decorated and the glass..."

Joel Paarwater

"Absolutely love House of H - the personality of the restaurant shines through with unique Madame Zingara-esq interior and crazy decor details. I love..."

Chris Rafael

"Dark, robust interior, and one of the best brisket sandwiches I've ever had! House of H boasts with its fresh and local produce used in all its..."

Nicol Miller

"Amazing food and awesome buzz for a great price 🙌 Went once and went back to test it a week later with even better results. Can't wait to go back..."

Lammies

"A refreshing new spot in the CBD. House of H impresses by being different. It's a self - service restaurant and bar, with a mix of urban chic and..."

Chetna Black

"The committed, customer-service oriented staff will make House of H succeed - attentive to detail, sensitive to even the slightest delays or..."

Steven

"I must be honest, my first impression of the restaurant was rather negative, mainly due to the limited menu options. However I was surprised beyond..."

Makgalake

"1st time there and what an experience it was! The food was really good and tasted awesome! The venue is different vibe and such a welcome bunch of..."

Vuyani Dave Ngabaza

"Amazing energy, food, everything is AMAZING. I'd always suggest having the salad option instead of the fries because there are amazing options...."

Laura

"I've been telling everyone who can listen to go to House of H. The cheese burger ranks among some of the best I've had in my life but the salads are..."

Robert Kaden

"Wow wow wow. 1st visit here and will be back very soon. Rustic and authentic. Great concept of self service. Excellent staff. Very vibey. Limited..."

Alan Tucker

"Great concept with the self service but the waiter or staff there are a bit too "buddy buddy" for a professional environment. Food was..."

Matthew Larkam

"I totally love this place. Great concept, vibe and food! Been here twice - had the rib eye the first time and the cheeseburger the second time, both..."

Jessica Stromin

"Really great place! Can't wait for the roof top bar to open !! My only disappointment is the very limited wine list. Love the individual attention..."

Janet

"Very trendy new spot in town with cool decor and a unique service style to SA that I'm noticing catch on. When you enter you're given a card and go..."

Ashish Sewgoolam

"A very welcome new venue to the CBD. The system for ordering is maybe a little complicated and I can see a busy service getting quite crowded at the..."

Allan Moita

"Totally different spin on your typical restaurant experience which makes it that much more fun and interesting. You get to pick the your dish and..."

Cynthia

"Very relaxed and informal, perfect atmosphere for an after work/varsity supper. Sirloin was done to perfection and the vast array of salads was..."

Didi Tsitsi

"I visited House of H on a very busy First Thursdays. They were hosting a party at the time so the place was packed. It was a bit of a struggle to..."

Guy Blackhurst

"Haven't eaten yet but we were taken on a small tour by the host who told us all kinds of fabulous things about this place where mushrooms grow on the..."

Jessy Lipperts

"Recently popped in to see a friend and I was amazed. The atmosphere is unlike any other place in Cape Town. In a world full of hipster joints and..."

Andrea Van Tonder

"Now this is a gem. Setting , brilliant. Food is on another level! Filling and super awesome!Their brisket comes highly recommended . Will give..."

Farrel Sidney Wentzel

"Came here as our friend who knows the owner recommended it. What an amazing atmosphere and great food. I love the concept of getting your own card so..."

Adi Van Breda

"It's really refreshing to find something different AND tasty. Cool laid back atmosphere with yummy steaks and interesting salad options. Food came..."

Susan Gates

"An interesting concept for a restaurant or should I say meal venue. You will receive a credit card on a lanyard which you need to use when you order..."

Christopher Hendrickse

"This is on my top favorite spots in the city. The staff is great. And the food is out of this world. H is an amazing chef and a great guy. The..."

Beaux-Neige Berry

"A friend from the area recommended this to me for my birthday dinner, so glad I went. Great ribeye steak, it melted in my mouth. The gin & tonics..."

Victoria

"If you are looking for something different in Cape Town, then House of H is definitely the place to be. They have a unique self service concept where..."

Roald Craenen

"Little heaven on earth... Great food - they offey takeaway's too 😉 Still my favorite spot whenever I am in the Cape Town CBD. They have gained a..."

Archie Makuwa

"This place was great! I love the system, each person gets a card, you order your food from the kitchen and drinks from the bar, at the end of the..."

Ross Fernhold

"Quite possibly the best steak & ribs I have ever had. Great team and an eclectic venue. Next Time in CT I am coming straight..."

Andy Haig

"Place is interesting. U get a card and its expected of you to do your own orders at the 'kitchen' and bar. What u have ordered gets loaded into the..."

Mario Hartneck

"Very friendly staff, great service and the burgers are something you'd go back for any day! Whether you're raving hungry or just want to chill with..."

Neal Fisher

Publik Wine Bar

"Found this fabulous little wine bar in Gardens. We ordered the Joostenberg Family Blend and biltong & olive snacks. The background music was..."

Jan Malan

"Amazing place! Not just the staff but also the visitors are very friendly. We came for a glass of wine and we left with a recommendations for our..."

Dirk Beenhakkers

"Went for wine after lunch, so didn't get to eat here but it smelled absolutely heavenly!! Service was warm and friendly. Great social spot..."

Van Zyl van der Merwe

"When in Cape Town you definitely need to go to this amazing little wine bar! 🙌 So extremely cosy, the best atmosphere, great cheese plates, the..."

Jessica Sjöberg

"Excellent wine experience - something you wouldn’t get in the more traditional winelands of South Africa. Recommend asking lots of questions -..."

Alex Aidan

"I was excited to visit this charming establishment during my recent trip from London to Cape Town. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly..."

J M

"Had some lovely natural wines here. Cozy little spot. Our first server was a bit rude but our second was extremely..."

Melanie s

"I have been to many wine bars in Cape Town but this wine bar really hit the spot! Definitely recommend..."

Candice FORD

"First Experience and it was amazing....the white wine selection last night made it so difficult for me to choose 😍 the staff is so knowledgeable..."

Bonita Mdoda

"What a bad day to wear a white tee and be blonde. Don’t get me wrong: great wine selection, cool bar, friendly staff. Just felt - as a visitor..."

Dimitri Cologne

Milky Lane

The Africa Cafe' Restaurant

86/100 (1564 ratings)

"We visited Africa Cafe by chance on a google search when visitors from overseas wanted a local dining experience and I must say it was an absolute..."

Cariane

"Absolutely loved the experience and the food! Decided to make a reservation after seeing all the positive reviews and hearing good things..."

Vanessa Hazel

"I love this place. Family style meal with interesting flavours. You don't get to pick what you're having but you don't need to. There is so much food..."

Mya

"The Africa Cafe was such an amazing experience for our last night in Cape Town. From the moment we arrived we were welcomed into an incredibly..."

Trisha

"Well dressed traditional dancers come to entertain diners with singing, dancing and beating of cultural drums. Cheese, chick peas, sauces, cassavas,..."

Kevin Yong

"Africa Cafe is run on a great concept. The table is served dish after dish of fragrant, traditional African dishes which are shared between the..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"The africa cafe is a good place to try african food. Just make sure you go with a big appetite because they serve a LOT of yummy food. The lamb and..."

Vinayak Mahtani

"The Africa Café was an absolute treat to visit. From the beautiful decor to the delicious food, everything made me feel right at home. I..."

Anja Van Der Spuy

"Aah Mother Africa! How I love thee. For myself African cuisine was a boerie roll and some pap. How ignorant of me. I attended the Zomato foodie meet..."

Ryan Mulders

"Dinner at The Africa Café was an incredible experience, they serve a feast of foods from all over Africa. It is part of the African culture to not..."

Melissa

"AfriCAN. What a lovely experience. Great food. Great company. Great vibe. You don't need to be a tourist to come and experience this awesome place...."

Phillip Black

"What an amazing hidden gem!!! The Africa Cafe serves an incredibly authentic African Feast . From delicious sweet potato cheese balls rolled in..."

Leila Osato

"This place is great, I love the fact that you can experience different types of food from all over Africa. This is a great adventure, a real treat to..."

Matthew Dunbar

"Amazing restaurant! Awesome vibe! Would recommend for tourists as well as locals! Great food, great entertainment! I'll definately be back!..."

Lisi Lahlah Badenhorst

"I came here with a group of about 12 people from different parts of the globe, and enjoyed an authentic African communal dining experience. The feast..."

Reshmi Muringathuparambil

"This has really been marketed as a tourist venue but I think more locals should go try it out. We have been on two occasions, first with family out..."

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