Bientang's Cave Restaurant & Wine Bar

Bientang's Cave Restaurant & Wine Bar, Hermanus In a cave down by the ocean, below Marine Drive - Hermanus

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Last update on 10/12/2023
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Jill Phipps
+5
Called at 10.30am on a booked Sunday. Because it was just me they found me a perfect table right by the rocks. I was welcomed by my first name and conversation. The service was outstanding - 2 minutes for a refill of a glass of wine and the baked potato and sour cream were so delicious as were the pork ribs. I'm a diplomats wife of 30 years and a Chef. I have now added this to my list of the best places I've eaten and the location! Thank you!! I'll be back
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Bradley Marshall
+5
It was well worth booking a table and enjoying a cold glass of wine with a seafood platter, with the sea almost at our feet. World-class and one of a kind!
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Ben Bruch
+5
The view is stunning, the setting magical. Fresh sea food, fast service and very friendly waiters! Watch the whales jumping while you're enjoying your meal! Overall experience : must do!
Oct 13, 2018
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Gustavo
+4
O lance aqui é a vista fantástica pro mar e pro espetáculo que as baleias proporcionam. A comida é honesta e o preço um pouco salgado pros padrões sul-africanos.
Sep 04, 2018
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Lauras World
+5
Bientang's Cave is well known for two things: its seafood and its sightings. In fact they have been known for sightings of dolphins, Brydes Whale, Humpbacks and the Southern Right whale so naturally (after several recommendations from locals and foreigners alike), we could not resist a visit! 

As we walked down the stairs to the cave that this rustic restaurant is situated in, it was hard not to appreciate the spectacular view in front of us complete with whales swimming below in full view of the restaurant. 

Service by Liezel: 5/5.

Food (and by food, the only option to go with is one of their seafood specialty dishes): 5/5.
To start, I selected the Bientang’s signature Bouillabaisse.. Think classic Mediterranean Pomodoro-based Seafood soup, with line fish, mussels, calamari and prawns (served with ciabatta and Rouille). This is listed as a starter but it was huge with generous seafood helpings! 

For mains, the recommended 'Seafood Platter for 1'. This platter was a combination of four black mussels in a light creamy sauce, three grilled prawns, flash fried calamari, and their line-fish of the day (Cape Salmon on this occasion). The only thing that I personally would have preferred was to be given the option of grilled calamari as opposed to it being fried, but this seafood was cooked perfectly, beautifully plated and tasted delicious! 

Ambiance: 5/5.
What's not to love about sea views, whales playing in the bay and the occasional 

What a special experience at this legendary seafood restaurant on the shores of Walker Bay! Not only are Bientang actively supportive of the SASSI initiative, but they are also in the process of establishing Bientang’s Whale Watch Centre and Research Facility which for me is also a big reason to support them (aside from their great food, service and views).

Full review to follow but this is truly a must-visit whilst in the Hermanus area..

For more, find me on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter: LaurasWorldza
Aug 18, 2018
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Simone Naicker
+4
Well didn’t get to try any of the food- as we went after lunch for some Downers - as this restaurant is all about location. Any one visiting hermanus should visit - even if like us, you just go for a drink. Service was great though - friendly quick and accommodating
Aug 17, 2018
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AB Viljoen
+4
Location, location, location. Best spot for a good french champaign! On the rocks and in the cave. Magic menu with beautifully presented seafood dishes. Management very attentive to their clients needs. Highly recommended.
Jul 08, 2018
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Dhanshree Bramdav
+5
What a perfect restaurant, located right on the rocks with the waves crashing. Got there on a Saturday afternoon just before 4 , and was a bit disappointed as they said they kitchen was closing at 4. The waitress was kind enough to take our order for desserts and drinks. Cocktails are a bit pricey but worth the penny. Decided we had to go back the next day for lunch. The prawns came highly recommended and they were absolutely delicious. Cooked to perfection. We also had the peri-peri chicken which was delish. An absolute must to go to when in Hermanus.
Jul 03, 2018
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Amanda
+4.5
A suggestion from a friend who warned us that we should make a booking as it can get quite busy. Quite hidden away but while lookin for the restaurant we saw a wale and her calf breaching in the sea- a good start to lunch. We shared the warm seafood platter for two and we were not disappointed. Such a beautiful setting nestled in an old cave. We still rave about it to this day.
Feb 04, 2018
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Peter Jan Geertsma
+4.5
Good quick service. Great location. Food was very tasty. Seafood curry shared between the two of us. More than enough for a lunchtime. The calamari was well cooked
Jan 26, 2018
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Meagan
+4
Best view during whale season. Always busy but luckily it’s easy to squeeze a couple in. Drinks are okay priced wouldn’t say cheap. We get the seafood platter for 2 every time. First time we came here the fish of the day was angelfish which is amazing, second time was another more common fish- definitely wasn’t as good but that’s not the restaurants fault. Will always be back!
Dec 29, 2017
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The Food Musketeer
+3.5
01.11.2017 Our company booked a team dinner at this well known establishment. It was quite a mission to walk down their stairs. (felt sorry for those in heels) For so many of us, we had a set menu. Starter Platters of chilled Seafood (Oysters, Mussels, Snoek Paté, Smoked Salmon and Prawn tails per 4 people) and Salad to share. I don't think it was enough for 4 people, probably 2 especially the Seafood platter.

Mains we could choose from Grilled Line Fish or Beef Fillet and a Veg Option - most of us took the fish option since we are by the sea. It had a Lemon / Garlic / Butter Sauce with Veggies and Potatoes. Absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection, would have loved a bit more sauce.

For dessert we could either have the Duo of Chocolate Brownie and Malva Pudding with Vanilla Ice Cream or a Cheese Platter. I tried the dessert. Enjoyed the Brownie but not so much the Malva.

Service wasn't bad considering the crowd. We all had a great night and managed to spot a few whales showing off in the distance.
Nov 12, 2017

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Monday:
11:00 - 16:00
Tuesday:
11:00 - 16:00
Wednesday:
11:00 - 16:00
Thursday:
11:00 - 16:00
Friday:
11:00 - 20:00
Saturday:
09:00 - 20:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 16:00

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