The best Lamb in Hout Bay | Sluurpy updated in April

Cheyne's

85/100 (1878 ratings)

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"Cheynes is such a little gem!! From the minute you arrive you are made to feel like you are surrounded by your closest friends..the staff are..."

Abigail Young

"Its beautiful tasteful food and a place we never miss to visit, service is good and we wish them all the best for the quality that never..."

Dorthe Fladholt Nielsen

"Just had the most amazing dinner at Cheyne's. Very friendly and welcoming staff, beyond amazing food and a lovely atmosphere. We recently moved to..."

Meghan West

"This is an outstanding experience. The food is beyond description & the service is fantastic. I love the 4 dish concept as you get to taste some of..."

Cheryl Smith

"Phenomenal food, great atmosphere and marvelous service (thanks Blessing). You will not find food of this quality at this price in Cape Town. Will..."

Zan McCall

"We had Asian Tapas at Cheyne's. The most awesome food we have ever had anywhere in the world. Cannot recommend it highly..."

Lorelle Keogh

"Popped in Cheyne's in Hout Bay for lunch today. My oh my, never a disappointment. The food was sublime and the service nothing short of charming. We..."

Vicki Paynter

"The best around, with diverse dietary choices at superb value for money. And excellent staff, and oh damn the cocktails......"

Thomas Louis Glenn

"Thanks to our good friends, we had the privilege of discovering Cheynes last night. Every dish was cooked to perfection, with the most incredible..."

Nicole Hapgood-Strickland

"Sensational! The R250 per person summer special allowing the diner to pick any 4 dishes is incredibly fair and generous. Everything top class!! Wow..."

Darren Rod

"The service was super amazing, the food was ALL the above! A great selection of little meals and flavors that are sure to satisfy any and all..."

Lindokuhle Magasela

"I am so glad I got to experience this dining establishment . I went with family and I was not disappointed. The decor was so unique and interesting..."

Kimberley Blunden

"Every single dish was outstanding. Lovely atmosphere and attentive service. Perfect plates for sharing to get a taste of a variety of the menu...."

Lara Hatton

"Winter special 3 dishes for R150. Outstanding food! Such a perfect date restaurant to share 6 dishes. I always get the spinach pak Choi salad to mix..."

Emily Hellens

"Amazing food. Staff were very friendly. Decor was perfect for a cosy cold night in. We had four different cocktails and they were all really good...."

Kelly Duthie

"The first time I went here, I was absolutely blown away by everything Cheyne's has to offer. From the concept to the presentation, the food and..."

Emma Divaris

"Had a delicious anniversary dinner with my partner last night at Cheynes! The food was super tasty, fresh and delicious as well as beautifully..."

Lauren Laa Hebbs

"Cheyne’s is an absolutely amazing fine dining experience. It is a tapas restaurant done right! You wouldn’t believe the food combinations, I..."

Paige Ellis Green

"I have one word for Cheyne's: LOVE!Look and feel: Cheyne's has great decor with big, dark wooden tables and classic leather chairs. They..."

Danika

"I visited Cheyne’s during one of Cape Town’s restaurant weeks and I was pretty blown away by the sheer selection of dishes. There is definitely..."

Sarah

"Pure. FLIPPEN. Genius.Had the most incredible meal at Cheyne's in July over their winter special period. From the moment we walked in, we..."

Claudia Penny

"We went to Cheyene's last night as a date night treat and we were absolutely blown away. First of all their Winter special deal of 3 Tapas for R150..."

Candice Hobson

"Hands down my favorite restaurant in Hout Bay. The food is impeccable... look for their specials they often have on. Currently its 150 for three..."

Nate Raubenheimer

"We had a fantastic evening at Cheyne's! They are running a winter special, where you can order 3 tapas for R150. We were a group of 5 so we..."

The Chowing Bunnies

"Hands down, one of the best meals I've ever had. Each and every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. The sauces and garnishes..."

Simone Izzard

"Incredible, unbelievable, and delicious! Service, food and ambience, no faults here at all! Got introduced to this place by a friend, we ordered a..."

Steven Bloom

"Been to Cheynes a few times with friends and family. Food always amazing , brilliant service and great ambience . Tapas Asian fusion- top draw...."

Dean Mac

"Wow! I am absolutely blown away by this hidden little gem! The staff were super friendly and helpful. The decor and vibe is just so unique, intimate..."

Aisha

"Such a great experience. Had a taste of lots of things! The squid, shrimp and potato and coconut dumplings were my favourites. The risotto was also..."

Candice Linde

"A quaint restaurant in Hout Bay, away from the busy city. Relaxed atmosphere, perfect for a special occasion or even a casual night out. The menu..."

Kirsten

"Didn't make a booking but we were accommodated anyway. They have something called Yum Cha dining which let's you select any 4 dishes for a set price...."

AndyBoy

"Had the absolute pleasure of dining at Cheynes a few weeks ago. The atmosphere, staff and the food were incredible! Highly recommend the chilli beef..."

Roxanne Michel Erdis

"The food is Outstanding! A well spent Saturday afternoon here. We had the special which was definitely worth it. R250 and you choose 4..."

Era Ace

"Wow what a cool experience, the service was good. We went a bit early on a Saturday so the vibe was chilled. The food was fantastic we had the..."

Jack Gorton

"Outstanding food served at Cheyne's, but what a pity about the service on this particular day - so incredibly slow and inattentive. Otherwise, I was..."

Brent Allan Black

"We visited Cheyne's for their winter special. Of the nine dishes we ordered, everything exceeded my expectations. Inventive and super tasty. Best..."

Lauren Hartzenberg

"We went to Cheyne's a couple of weeks ago to try out their winter menu special (R200 per person for 4 plates each).We arrived to a very..."

Taste_buds_sa

"The restaurant is usually closed on Sundays but we were lucky; there was a table for 20 booked so they opened the whole restaurant. They would..."

Ronel Visser

"Cheyne's is a very nice spot I must say. The food was outstanding (little pricey if you are on a tight budget) and well presented. Some very nice..."

Wayne De Nobrega

"Unbelievable food. We were very grateful to the waiter who suggested the spinach and bok choi from the earth section which provided some balance to..."

Derek Caldicott

"This is a tough one to review as everything was so amazing I'm scared I lack enough adjectives! Cheyne's is a complete food experience where every..."

Robyn Rainier

"Absolutely fantastic - great food. All the dishes where incredibly interesting! We had a vegetarian with us and the vegetarian options were as good..."

Tracey Smorenburg

"I was taken to Cheyne's as a birthday surprise and it was the best experience ever. The food was delicious, every bite was an explosion of flavours...."

Hadlay Mclean

"Gorgeous setting, beautiful paintings all for sale. The food is as spectacular in sight and taste! My only wish is for a vegan dessert that is not a..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"We were invited by friends, I was a bit skeptical about the menu and wasn't sure if the Hubs would like it, but I really wanted to try it out. Well..."

Mary-Anne Williams Wakefield

"Fantastic food. All extremely interesting and incredibly tasty dishes. The only reason I have decided not to give Cheyne's a full 5.0..."

Shari Rebecca Mayers

"Cheyne's was a very cool experience. We went in quite a large group and shared a number of dishes. All the food was delish and sophistically..."

Gabriela Limberis

"Truly a hidden gem! I cannot describe my excitement to visit this restaurant and thankfully all expectations were fully met!The menu is..."

The Foodie Corner

"Delicious food at a humble little restaurant in Hout Bay. I recommend the Tuna Pizza! Food comes in very small portions but is all carefully crafted..."

Stephanie Manne

"This must be the most devine eating experience I have ever had, a fantastic venue serving top quality styled food. A great experience from the pork..."

Stephen Coetzee

"We dined here as a massive group of 20 people for a birthday dinner while they were still doing their winter special. It was flipping excellent...."

Michelle Parkin

"What a little gem! The staff are so friendly and helpful and always have a smile on their faces. The food is absolutely exquisite with every option..."

Anuschka Wischnewski

"I went to Cheyne's with two friends on a busy Saturday night but the host was more than accommodating considering we were just walk ins. The food was..."

Goralentle Nthatsi

"So my boyfriend took me to Cheyne's the other day after a botched anniversary evening earlier in the week. AMAZING is all I can say as the food was..."

Zoë Grace McNally

"If you are looking for a little gem this is the one to try! I hate liking a restaurant to another but this is basically pot luck club in Hout..."

Belinda Haydn

"Such an amazing restaurant with awesome, friendly waiters! My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our meal there. The tapas menu is so delicious,..."

Kirsty Barnes

"Cheynes is offering a winter special of R200 for four courses. The food is beautifully designed and presented, and the flavours are extraordinary...."

David Taylor

"Absolutely blown away by this little gem! The service was great, we got our food quickly, but most importantly the food was delicious - I tasted..."

Kara Levy

"Best place to go if you are in Houtbay,this Tapas bar is unbelievable,even if you do not like Asian food,you will LOVE this place,I can say that..."

Cale Surber

"I give the restaurant a 5 star rating. The food is the best food I have eaten in Cape Town. I love the idea of sharing plates. It's pricey but so..."

Lori Claire Cape

"When we visited Cheyne’s they were having a few liquor license hiccups – which was great for us because we got to arrive with a bottle of ice..."

Toomuchloveliness

"The food as always is exceptional and beautifully presented. I'm a little sad that the wine selection has changed from what it was but don't..."

Matt Horn

"Reluctant to write a review about this place because I don't want everyone to know about it, because that would make it too busy for me to go there!!..."

William Hillock

"Absolutely outstanding - best meal of the year - as mentioned on our blog www.sprucelifestyle.co.za . Loved this little spot in Hout Bay - food was..."

Spruceblog

"This place is absolutely incredible! The food is outstanding, the service is phenomenal and the atmosphere is edgy, cool, but still welcoming. I'd..."

Lise-Jo Snyman

"Laura and I love this restaurant. Amazing food backed up by excellent, friendly service. We will definitely eat there again.Cheyne is currently..."

Gavin Foley

"One of my favorite Cape Town restaurants. Not the cheapest, but you get why you pay for... Incredible Asian 'tapas style' cuisine. Unbelievable..."

MyCityByNight.co.za

"EV Hermann Lotter We had an awesome experience at Cheynes. The food was a combination of beauty, surprise and all round filled with..."

Paula Einhorn

"Went for first time and had really great tapas. Could've had anything on the menu. The specials were awesome too, making a difficult choice even..."

Cape Town Dad

"A truly amazing experience!! Food of the highest calibre. All the different tastes was like a mouth orgasm... Will definitely see us..."

Vic Lass

"A fantastic experience, great atmosphere, fantastic service and catering for that special food experience. The desserts are to die for....will..."

Stephen Coetzee

"A little restaurant in a little town, but by no means can you refer to their food using any word but Delicious !! Firstly, their menu sounded so..."

Linda

"A 5.0 rating is a tough one to give out... except in the case of Cheyne's. Last night I had a meal so perfect, I almost don't want to eat anything..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"In my previous revue of Cheynes I gave it a 4.5, after my visit last week I have to up it to a 5! Can't stop thinking about, food was sensational,..."

Paul Spagnoletti

"So, one of the best surprises or one of the biggest disappointments? It depends what part of the evening you are looking at. But regardless, Cheyns..."

James Hickman

"A gem of a restaurant! The small plates are all individual taste explosions. My favourite was the forbidden black rice risotto and the chilli beef...."

Nadine DV

"Went here for dinner, has a really great moody atmosphere and background music. I really loved the aesthetic of the place too. All the various..."

Divashen Govender

"Every bite is a taste sensation! Each dish is a well planned journey for your tastebuds. Great for special occasions and really cozy in winter. I..."

Lee Goldschmidt

"This place is amazing. Food was delicious. Customer service was great, wish they had more for kids to do. Drinks were yummy too they have a nice fire..."

Stefan Green

"If you’re looking for a cute date night spot, this is the perfect place. The menu is tapas so perfect for sharing, as the portions are on the..."

Priyanka Naidoo

"Asian food is my favourite type of cuisine and Cheyenne’s just ticks all the boxes for me. Just 2 people are all the tapas dishes you see below. I..."

Dan Moodley

"This place has been our favourite meal on holiday so far. The restaurant is chilled and wasn't overly busy when we visited. The menu is exciting and..."

Alex Jones

"The food was amazing, great service and I enjoyed my dinner! I can’t fault them on anything. Do give this restaurant a try if you’re in the area;..."

Naledi-Talya Hashe

"I went for lunch with my partner and we had the most extraordinary dining experience. The food will put any 5 star, fine dining restaurant to..."

Soné Visser

"Great value for money, especially with the 4 dishes for R420. All the dishes I had were exceptional, possibly the best crispy beef I've ever had! The..."

Richard Dean

Spiro's

77/100 (1059 ratings)

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"First time last night...lovely ambience, tasty food, amazing cappuccinos, first ‘adult’ restaurant that both my sons loved. Such a lovely treat..."

Karen Samuel

"The owner friendly the place relaxing and what more can you ask for the end your year of hard work for your..."

Susan Benjamin

"Spiros has met with my most favourable approval. Authentic Greek food to die for ! Consistently delicious, and always friendly and efficient..."

Garth Loots

"great food, great atmosphere and a great resident owner..."

Steve Belcher

"Friendly staff, efficient service, great food, always a top win for us and the kids. Worth the 50km from home..."

Jennifer Cuyler Cohen

"Great venue, great staff, great owner. The entire venue is warm and comfortable. Recommend this..."

Gary Cindy Audie

"My husband & I had dinner yesterday evening . The food and service was excellent and he rated the lamb chops the best..."

Barbara Howarth

"Spiro's is one off my best Resturants best food it's nice and..."

Fefekazi Mvilili

"Very good service friendly and helpful food..."

Judy Martin

"Stunning in the back area - if youve ever been to Greece, youll think you are there! Greek music and glass of wine and taramasalata and the Greek..."

Kathy Collins

"As a Greek, I am in constant search for a good Greek restaurant in South Africa. Normally, I am disappointed. It was not the case at Spiro’s. The..."

Nick

"Great atmosphere! Staff was attentive and friendly - food was delicious! Beetroot hummus for the win! The Kataifi Ek Mek was amazing. Really great,..."

Alexi

"Unbelievably great seafood platter!!! Probably the best seafood I have had in years!! Beers are cold and had a really great Irish coffee for dessert!..."

Shayna Glynis Yardley

"Came here with my boyfriend on a beautiful sunny day. All the restaurants were packed with it being holiday season. We got a table and were served..."

Sarah-Jane Oosterberg

"Nice and comfortable, there is a kind of homey feel at Spiro’s. Food wasn’t bad but not great either. Had to mix with people drinking and dancing..."

Julian Coetzee

"I cant believe that Spiros has a low rating in Zomato. Not only is it probably the best Greek food in town, but the atmosphere, the service and the..."

Craig Shalekoff

"The lamb souvlaki was moist and tasty accompanied by crispy chips and creamy tzatzki. The flame-grilled pork chops, basted with olive oil and oregano..."

DeShaigRay

"Lived up to everything that the reviews said. Friendly, welcoming staff; the food was fine without being memorable (we had mixed mezze); the only..."

Fried Onion

"Spiro's is most probably my favorite place to go in Hout Bay. Everyone is so friendly, it is so vibrant and the food is absolutely amazing. We..."

Paige Ellis Green

"Been here a few times... Nothing I can say about this place that could be negative. Warm ,happy atmosphere. Staff is very nice ..cute play area for..."

Karin Van Zyl

"If Greek food is what you're looking for then this is your restaurant! Service was friendly and efficient and the menu offered everything that a..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"The staff are Always friendly and willing to accommodate. The food is great, especially their hand cut chips!! Great pub in the back too!!..."

Janet

"After having a very miserable experience at a nearby establishment I am very happy to give this review. The service was IMPECCABLE. the food was..."

Liberty Victoria Hele

"Love the authentic food here, favourites are the lamb Souvlaki, which is awesome. I tried the pork ribs on my last visit, which were excellent. They..."

Chris

"The Best in Hout Bay, great vibe, awesome tapas lots of variety. Reasonably priced, best mojitos in the Bay, my regular local hang out!..."

Gina De Castro

"It was my first time eating at Spiros, and the experience was amazing. The lamb pita (gyro?) was delicious and the chips are now top of my "Best..."

Kate Grace Dalais

"As a family we have been going to Spiro's since they opened. We love it. The service is always 5 star and the food tasty. Great atmosphere especially..."

Bruce Wright

"What an awesome place!portions are nice & big...I had calamari which was delicious.My husband had the steak special which was gorgeous!We went for a..."

Jess Douglas

"So I went to spiros for the first time last night, and it was aweaome. The waiters were really informative and attentive we sat outside in the back..."

Byronbarker13

"I don't know why Spiro's has such a low rating. We went for a birthday celebration and had an amazing evening. The waiter's were great, the food was..."

Tammy

"Never eaten at Spiro's before, although the food looks great, often go there for quick drink or two at the back by the bar. Bar staff always very..."

YummyM

"Great food. Best lamb chops ever. Love the Kleftiko, Dolmades and don't forget to try the Spanakopita. Great ambiance. In the summer very romantic..."

Jaco Coetzee

"Had a great lunch with friends today at Spiro's. Food was great but service a bit slow. Kids loved it with great kids room & outside play..."

Sigrid Madonko

"Kids had an amazing time, dress up section was fun for them and platter for two for us was good value for money and being able to sample different..."

Riaz Fakir

"Was heading through Houtbay when we encountered traffic. Regrouping we looked around for an alternative restaurant to eat.Thats when we saw..."

Michael

"Best Greek food I've had in the whole of SA! Loved every bite! Brilliant ambience and Friday nights..."

Garyth Ditchfield

"Awesome place. A favorite weekend lunch spot. Love the pork..."

Lee Hartman

"We had a very pleasant, relaxing evening sitting outside at Spiro's. The atmosphere was warm and friendly and our waiter was very attentive. From..."

Katharine Eve

"Good food. Good service. Nice atmosphere. Can't go wrong here if u like Mediterranean..."

Des Purchase

"Great food, family atmosphere and Juma the waiter was quite..."

Steven Mzee

"REAL good Greek food. " Kalos fagitos" Fine atmosphere, good..."

Oomaslsldd Willem

"Often stop at Spiro's as a family on the way back to Noordhoek. Great restaurant for a family dinner. Kids always like it and even though the play..."

Roger Mortlock

"Super friendly staff with very yummy..."

Tammy Muter

"Typical Greek fare. Staff friendly, good service, restaurant a little old but still very functional. Parking facilities good - music appropriate,..."

Cidni Knein

"Great Greek food, owner has a great personality and mostly at the restaurant. In the middle of beautiful Hout Bay, few minutes walk to the beach and..."

Alexander Fastovsky

"Had a great authentic Greek dining experience at Spiro's. Feels like u at a taverna in Greece and the decor matches.Food is awesome. Nice menu to..."

Penny Hunter

"I like going to Greek Street because you get good value for money food - tasty and looks the part too. Service is always friendly and efficient. Nice..."

Isabeau Wilson

"Is it possible that the Gyros at Spiro's are better than the gyros in Greece? It's my own opinion, but I believe they are, yes. The food is..."

W p

"My all time favorite Greek restuarant. We go there all the way from the Northern Suburbs. There food is amazing. And the most yummiest desserts...."

Mandy-Jane Byren

"To Spiro and Staff, I would like to take the opportunity to thank you and your amazing staff for an awesome, amazing and fantastic New year eve..."

Tony Letizia

"Really good food, albeit slightly pricey. Great servoice, and a very kind and dedicated owner and a great family restaurant. Spiro's is a part of..."

Aedan Dilley

"Spiro's is my best Greek restaurant in Cape Town. We were met at the door with delicious smells & invited into a warm, homely atmosphere. After a..."

Giulio Galinos

"Situated in a rather relaxed area this café offers excellent food and a tranquil atmosphere for lunch. It's great for a catch-up with friends and or..."

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