The best Brunch in Newlands | Sluurpy updated in April

Foresters Arms Pub

78/100 (1395 ratings)

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"This star is mainly for the waiter that served us when my friends and I watched the rugby at Forries and his name is Hepton. He was friendly, polite,..."

Lauren Lyons

"Always outstanding! Truly fantastic atmosphere, comprehensive menu and mouth-watering food. Staff are friendly, efficient and accommodating. Lovely..."

Nick Bryant

"Nothing to improve fantastic indoor pub setting knowledgeable staff and exceptional service with an great variety on the menu..."

Kent Robinson

"Very nice place. Great food. Nice staff. And the fact that they alllow pets is awesome. Also the outside garden area is so..."

Ulandi van As

"It was an absolute awesome experience friendly and warm waiters, superb service, fresh grub and the best ever baked cheese cake. Love it..."

Monique Hoffman

"Wow, what an incredible venue to finish our BEAST trail run at. Brilliant, friendly service, amazing menu and excellent cold beer.Thank you SAB &..."

Trevor Trailrunning

"I have been to Forries both before the new outside area and more recently with the outside seating area as a staff farewell. Service was quick and..."

Direshan Pillay

"Very unique vibe almost like a classical english bar. Definitely worth a try. Lovely place to watch soccer. And perfect for group outings...."

Adam Sonday

"Had to visit some time on a Cape Town visit , lovely in and outside venue geared for large thirsty crowds , with plenty of TVs , food way above the..."

Owen Tennant

"It may seem strange to give a 5 star restaurant rating to a pub..... However Forries never disappoints. It’s quite simply the best pub there is......."

Nick Scott-Turner

"Such a vaaaab — you’ll hear this often from students who frequent this spot. And so it is. Their pizzas and beers are great. The outside area is..."

Scheritha Friedrichs

"Foresters Arms Restaurant and Pub in the leafy suburb of Newlands is probably one of the few places in Cape Town that still provides an authentic pub..."

Lauras World

"Forries is always a good place to come to to before going to Newlands or to watch sport. I recently went there on St Patrick's Day and get a terribly..."

Eben Daniels

"Got the friendliest welcome and the service was outstanding, Gerald was so attentive. The staff including the chef was attentive and accommodating...."

Shamera Daniels

"Love the pie day Friday special , pies are bursting with meat. Most of the R65 daily specials are well worth the price, big portions and generally..."

Dominic De Oliveira

"Nice sports pub! Gets very busy at major events. Food is very nice. Starters we had are exceptional. Chicken livers, jalapeño poppers, Simon fish..."

Ping Han

"I haven't been here in a long while, but really wanted to write a review about Forries anyway.I absolutely love Foresters Arms known to..."

Alexandra Magliolo

"Not just another noisy pub&grub, Forries is fun although it can get wild. They have a more than the usual "Rooibos or Ceylon" selection of tea and..."

Neil Roland Smith

"Ah, Forries. Great casual spot with a cool vibe serving good, hearty meals! Service is always good and friendly. Definitely try the pizzas - they're..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Went there for a friends birthday. Nice place for big crowds. Food and service were both good. Had the chicken schnitzel, really enjoyed it. Best pet..."

Priyanka Harry

"In the past I've only been here for drinks, so tonight we thought we'd give it a shot for a chilled Sunday night dinner. The..."

Francois Neethling

"We sat I the kids area at the back. A very well maintain playground but it got incredibly busy. Friendly attentive service from Thembi. I had the..."

Adrian Kaplan

"I liked this joint a lot lot! It was my first time at this hidden spot, its great for drinks and catching up with a group of friends, nothing serious..."

Mosa Mashati

"Best meal I've have in Cape Town this year.The service was great, as was the usual Forries buzz - but the food was impeccable. I had the pork..."

Kim Brink

"Never disappointed when I visit Forries, you cam order anything even the fish and wont be disappointed. Service is great and they have the hugest..."

Cptboytjie

"Lovely vibe and perfect spot to catch up with friends over drinks and a good meal! There's loads of seating, both inside and in the green garden..."

Tanweer

"After the Stormers match on Sat, a few mates and I went to Forries for a few cold ones. Their kegs are icy cold and their staff are friendly however..."

Joel Paarwater

"Still one of my favorite pubs great atmosphere and service. Big cold draught beer selection. Good food at pretty good value for money. Had the fish..."

Pieter De Waal

"Delicious Sunday roast. Lamb and gammon. Butternut. Creamed spinach. A mixture of veggies. Roast potatoes. Cous cous. Yorkshire pudding. Gravy. A..."

Bebz H

"I recently had late launch and I'd like to say the food was beyond my expectations. It was delicious and I don't mind going back. When I first..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"What a buzz! The place was very busy and looked like everyone was enjoying themselves. Beautiful evening and sitting under the trees in the corner of..."

Swazi Foodie

"Forrie's is by far one of the best restaurants in Cape Town. I have been there many times and always enjoy it. I've had pizza; hake and vegetables;..."

Liza Duckitt

"Almost everyone in Cape Town knows Forries. And experiences can vary as this place can do it all... Warm winter pub, summer outdoor family..."

Johnny Jol

"Lovely all rounder restaurant. Went there twice in one weekend! Lovely food, ambiance and staff. Great for kids, students anyone really. The outside..."

Aimee Smale

"I was so excited to visit Fories ! I've been so keen on supporting the local hangouts lately as I'm so accustomed to constantly dining out the..."

Andrea Lauren Kraak

"Such a great spot to grab drinks and watch a game! There's also a really nice open outside area for sunny days. I highly recommend the pizzas. The..."

Mikaela

"Having this classic old pub in our area is a real treat and we don't go there often enough. This occasion was part of our school reunion which made..."

Derek Miller

"Legendary! A very well known 'go to' local pub popular with Southern Suburbs folk and visitors alike. A great meeting spot to watch a big screen..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"Spontaneous dinner date on a rainy winters Sunday evening. Warm and friendly atmosphere, very relaxed and cozy. Pizzas are always a good option...."

Tamsyn Parkins

"Food was really good. They have so many banting/low carb options including dessert! My husband loved his meal as well and said the selection of..."

Amy Engelbrecht

"This is definately my favourite pub in Cape Town. It has a substantial menu with plenty of options and I've always been very happy with what I've..."

Marius Strachan

"Best banting pizza I have tried has been at Forries. And the regular pizzas are delicious as well! Service can be slow , but always friendly and the..."

Chetna Black

"Forries is great for any time of day, any type of weather and any occasion - drinks, lunch, dinner, Sunday roast, you name it. We came for a casual..."

Jessica Stromin

"I've had the schnitzel (large portion and delicious sauces) and I've tried their pizza on numerous occasions (can't complain). But I have totally..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Went here for dinner on Friday with my partner over the weekend. I had the gourmet lamb burger which is basically lamb stuffed with mozzarella cheese..."

Lisa Nyoka

"A place that is always busy and where the service can sometimes be a bit slow. The food is good and the setting and the surrounds are amazing...."

Raoul

"I absolutely and utterly love this place. As you walk into "Forries" .. You just get a waft of history and they haven't even told you the story..."

Kurt Baden Cairns

"Nice college bar atmosphere. Sports bar, good for watching multiple sports on different screens. Fire place, family friendly. Alright food. Would..."

Atara Jaffe

"Forries is my favourite place to watch soccer at... on the odd occasion that I do watch soccer. The vibe is always infectious. I really enjoyed the..."

Azele Anne Naicker

"Friendly service with some nice recommendations, we had the Platter For 3 which was more than enough food for two big guys. We had three different..."

André Stemmet

"Always enjoy Forries on a game day. There is a wide variety on the menu so you are never short of options. A few favourites of mine include the..."

Ulisha Moodley

"Foresters Arms is just one of those restaurants that you can't bring yourself to dislike. The staff treat you like family, and the atmosphere is..."

Raeesa Naik

"Forries has been around since forever (it used to be the overnight stip between Cape Town and Simonstown - it's that old!) Great vibe, good service..."

Catherine

"Forries is fun. The vibe is always there and it's a great place for drinks and to chill with friends. The food is quite pricy but it is decent so I..."

Emma Bowen

"Well what can I say! This is a vibey pub with amazing food, whether it is a good burger, fresh seafood, a lekker steak or a fusion dish!! They have..."

StuieMic

"What I like about Forries is that they've remodeled at least once in my lifetime, which means I get to go there and complain quietly to myself about..."

Ben Rhys

"We popped in for dinner with friends on a week night. We were seated immediately at a lovely outdoor table. The host that night was really friendly...."

Kelly Frielinghaus

"Do you like pubs? Do outdoor wooden bench-tables get your juices flowing? Do you like everything deepfried? Then this is the place for you! One of..."

Glen Loxton

"Great pub vibe in what is claimed to be the oldest continuously operating public house in Cape Town. The food is consistently good, where there is an..."

Chris

"This very popular neighbourhood pub always has good food and good service. Unfortunately it has recently become overpriced, which makes one think..."

Andrew Treu

"We popped in to Forries for a Friday morning brunch with the kids. They have a fantastic separate area for families in a shady outdoor space with a..."

Teresa Ulyate

"I was here over the world cup rugby period it's the oldest pub in SA the vibe on any sporting event is beyond amazing their beer is the best and..."

Scott Barrett

"So apparently the locals call it 'Forries'!? We were taken here by a very old friend of mine for a chilled sort of reunion - and it was the perfect..."

Janice Kelvin Leibowitz

"The most amazing food and service. I must say from the outside I just assumed it was average pub food but I was very wrong. The food was absolutely..."

Rachel Bright

"A solid favourite with the locals, both young and old. The vibe is super laid back but vibey as well - especially when good sport is on! (Make sure..."

Amy Bellinger

"Forries for a laid back vibe, great food and a place you'll want to revisit again and again. On a weekend make sure to book if you can, and if the..."

Megan Bellinger

"I came here with my mom and dad for his birthday and we had an amazing time! We sat in the Lower Garden where we could have our dogs and the setting..."

Elisabeth Manduell

"First time I've been hereVery nice atmosphere, looks very popularService is good, their fast with taking orders as well as brining your..."

Melanie Kanasashi

"There are so many craft beer. It seems cafe not resturand but warm ambience. It would be better breakfast and lunch. It has good location and roads..."

Ömer Albat

"Such a good place for Sunday morning breakfast! The service is great, with a very inviting atmosphere. Also great for lunch or just casual drinks...."

Meera Naik

"Always a favourite. Love the true pup atmosphere and winter warmth with a real fire, and have also never had a bad meal at Forries. Their pizzas are..."

Stephanie Venter

"Lovely English style pub. Apparently one of the oldest around. They serve Banting meals, including pizza. Best Roasted Jalapeño Poppers wrapped in..."

Ilse Liebenberg

"Always a great place to grab a few drinks with friends or enjoy watching the rugby. Ate food there for the first time and was pleasantly surprised,..."

Mathew West-Russell

"Lively & loud pub atmosphere on a rugby Saturday afteroon. The place feels like it has a lot of history to it. I would recommend the pizza, delicious..."

Lezandi Fourie

"One of those spots where you meet up with a couple of friends and hours and hours later, the table has grown, the pizzas and beers have kept flowing..."

Kelly Rae Gifford

"I've been to Forries twice now...And what a great experience each time! My first time was in summer... My friend and I sat outside on the deck, drank..."

RhiannonForlee

"At first, because its decor/setting wasn't that fancy or 4 star-like, we expected it as a "normal" student pub and will be serving "normal" pub food,..."

Cassy Hsu

"My words of advice for Forries: book in advance to avoid disappointment, order a cocktail (the Tequila Sunrise is my favourite) and try the Louisiana..."

Danica Astra Prout-Jones

"Been there once for diner the service and the food was really nice but the vibe very quite!But get very festive on a Friday night for a good jol..."

Sophie Mamet

"I am not a fan of places that get crazy busy or crowds so I tend to stay away from Forries on a busy Sports day. That being said when it is quiet..."

Instaeatscapetown

"It's typical bar style food, but the vibe really is great especially on rugby days. It's the perfect place to park off for the afternoon and watch..."

Chad Michael Henson

"Definitely the place to go to watch some sport or if you have a large group of people looking for a good time! They have great food and there's..."

Bronwyn Coltman

"The thing I love most about Forries is that it really caters for everyone. Whether you're a group of students looking for a jol or a young family out..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"Match day, the vibe is epic! If you want a very decent pizza and a beer, pull into Forries. Also nice to see some famous faces enjoying it too! Had..."

Peter John Yuill

"We stayed just around the corner from Foresters in a wonderful B&B and could just walk to the pub! It's a real , authentic pub with great grub! Had a..."

Debbie Coulson

"One of my favourite spots in Cape Town during winter for an afternoon drink. The staff are great and their new menu is wonderful. All the food is..."

Phoebe Kondylis

"Love coming here over the weekends to enjoy a great vibe and some good beer! Have eaten here a couple of times and must say that their seared tuna is..."

Rebecca Francis-Pope

"Went for a Saturday brunch after a night of festivities. The place was overflowing with customers which is a testament to its popularity. I..."

Monicca Masetloa

"“Forries” is a great hangout! The place is usually quite full and don’t even try if there is sports or an event on the day! I had one of the..."

Ryan Harrison

"Wonderful student hangout but also caters for all ages. Enjoyed a very good Pizza , good service and festive atmosphere. I'll be going..."

Vaughan Coulson

"I think people come to Forries mainly for the casual pub environment and to watch a good game. However, I must say that their food is pretty amazing..."

Deee

"We decided to come here for our weekly date night because it always looks jam packed when we drive past. Thursday night was no..."

Cindy Alfino

"Sports and after work drinks. Its a great place with lots of character. Service is slow but they are always busy so who could blame them... Great..."

Renaldo

"This is the best place in winter when the fire places are blazing. I was pleasantly surprised by their cocktails. The portion size for meals are..."

Danielle Louw

"Great vibe! Love the atmosphere for watching rugby. Good also surprisingly good for a sports bar. They have decent portion sizes and are very popular..."

Magon G

"Surprisingly good! I say surprising because this is the place for rugby and beer, so I was blown away by the quality of the food. The baby beetroot..."

Lisa

"What a surprise!! Great wibe!! Cosy with lots of character. Great food!! Variety of beers! Excellent service. What more can I say?? Will definitely..."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"Informal restaurant/pub with a good and wide variety of food. The service and atmosphere is what you would expect at a pub. A great place to watch..."

Nate Kettles

"Had an awesome lunch today. I had the chicken and parma ham which happened to be a Banting dish. Great to see they cater for the Banters. My Banting..."

Phillip Black

"Forries has jumped on the Bant-Wagon and we couldn’t be more excited. I doubt there is a single person living in Cape Town that hasn’t been to..."

MelbourneLops

"Lovingly dubbed Forries this is a Cape Town institution. Awesome outside area which is well set up to watch sport. Great vibe! Some of the best..."

Laura Rice

"Forries is one of the great spots in Newlands. Like the recent refurbishment. This is always a great spot for a good pub lunch - menu items are..."

David Graham

"This is a great place to bring the family for Sunday lunch or to watch the game with a couple of your friends. Good food and warm and welcoming..."

Paige Ellis Green

"Have always had a fun time at Forries and last night was no surprise. I had the Banting pizza which was a little disappointing, but the atmosphere..."

Travis

"I have bee to the Forresters Arms or 'Forries' as us local Capetonians fondly refere to it. This is a true pub-style venue from the lovely outdoor..."

Heather De Bruin

Barristers Grill & Cafe

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"Barristers: Best place for families, friends and even for first dates ;)Amazing staff, vibes and lets not forget the food- I highly recommend..."

Gemma Marina Micheletti Koury

"Never been disappointed... Wonderful food and ambiance... It’s a well know “ LOCAL” in Newlands and long may it last... Parking is a bit of a..."

Di Mcmillan

"A gem. An experience. An excellent find.We went here for a friends farewell dinner and I had the best restaurant experience I’ve had in a..."

Sita

"A decent selection of beers, craft and main stream available. Their pub lunch special at R60 between 12 and 6pm is probably the best value for money..."

Michael Cheney

"The food at barristers has a very homey touch to it. Their dishes are filling nutritious and very tasty they definitely are not a gourmet restaurant..."

Kelvin Vincent

"Best pub in the area, better than the overpriced "institution" on Newlands Avenue. The lunch special is a winner for value. Decent pub grub otherwise..."

Supervundu

"Old English charm, good service and good ambience especially if you're watching a game with friends and family. A good variety of lunch time specials..."

Chiv

"I've been to Barristers multiple times for their R65 lunch special. There are so many options to choose from (mostly traditional pub grub),..."

The Chowing Bunnies

"After seeing my friends (Emma Bowen and Nqobile Msibi) review this place, I decided to try it out for myself. Headed to Barristers this..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Vibrant atmosphere with very friendly staff. In the pictures attached is their Camembert and cranberry burger, Barristers beef burger, crumbed..."

Priyanka Harry

"A favorite in the hood. Live music on a Sunday evening is a treat I had to search for - I found it at Barristers. Friendly and sufficient service and..."

Robert Koen

"Lunch special was wonderful:Relaxed atmosphere.I had the chicken schnitzel and veg-Big portion with delicious mushroom sauce. I will definitely be..."

Katherine Hall

"We visited Barristers for our April lunch. (In fact it was exactly a year ago since we last visited Barristers for lunch.) Our attorney was able to..."

Three Pensioners Plus Our Attorney

"The pub lunch special is always great value for money. Food was served quickly and the service was great. Always good for a Sunday lunch. Will..."

David Pilkington

"I went to Barristers yesterday for lunch with a friend for the R65 special. I had the chicken shnitzel with mushroom sauce which was delicious, my..."

Lauren

"Barristers has a great pub lunch special - two whole pages of delicious lunch options all at R65! I highly recommend trying the chicken schnitzel...."

Mikaela

"Great valued food, attentive service, great atmosphere, awesome drinks. Barrister's offer great value lunch meals that are really tasty and filling...."

Direshan Pillay

"The lunch special here is so good! There is so much choice - I've had the burger which was very good but the chicken schnitzel is the real winner on..."

Sara

"Great service. The waiters are really helpful and attentive to your needs. The food is great, real English style pub. Their burgers and steak is..."

Robert Weeder

"Barristers must be one off the oldest eating establishments in Cape Town. If you eat inside in the more formal dining area you will usually get a..."

Angus

"After only coming here for drinks previously, we booked to have Christmas lunch at Barristers. They were pretty busy so the service was a little slow..."

Nicola Slyper

"Excellent service ... over indulging ourselves after lunch and then coffee at Cassis, we popped into Barristers for a drink. U just wish I was..."

ReVino

"Excellent pub lunch for R55 - great selection of lunches. We were welcomed and got seated immediately. I had the Fish and chips - grilled. Fish was..."

Food Ninja

"We have been going to Barristers for 25 years now. Early days as broke students we had a bottle of wine and potato skins. Now my husband says it's..."

Ushandra Mansfield

"I had never been to this restaurant before and a friend of mine took me here for lunch on a Thursday afternoon and they have such a good everyday..."

Leonardo Sforza

"The Barristers lunch special is a winner! I had a delicious butter chicken curry which was creamy and full of tender chicken. There could have been a..."

Steven Edwards

"The word is homely, the restaurant is filled with friendly staff and great food. The grills offer a tasty treat with divine sauces. Add a plate of..."

Direshan Pillai

"Popped in to Barristers on a whim for dinner last night. I had the chef's special on sirloin (topped with bacon, avo and a Roquefort sauce) and my..."

MattJBlack3

"R55 for a great pub lunch! The chicken schnitzel is amazing. Also the calamari and banners and mash are great. This is a great place to pop in for a..."

Jayan Smart

"Always top class quality and value for money! Also, good quality reasonably priced wines, served both by the glass and by the bottle. The extensive..."

Gert Hofhuis

"Pulled in to Barristers on a Friday evening for an early supper. Bar side was fairly full. Sat down at a table that had been previously occupied. No..."

Kelly Frielinghaus

"Definitely coming to this pub again. Decided to have lunch here today. Really great quick service and good value for money. Recommend this place on..."

Foodie From All Over

"Hmmm - Barristers! You can't go wrong with Barristers. Especially their lunches, which are R55 from 12pm until 6pm if I am not mistaken. Their..."

Nicole O'Neill

"Visited for lunch after a couple of months and was glad to see the standards are high as ever! Walked in and was greeted by friendly staff and was..."

Deelan

"You cannot go wrong with a Barristers meal, especially on a Monday when it's Buy-One-Get-One-Free! I always have the same meal because it is just the..."

Jessica Stromin

"This little pub serves lunches for R55 until 6pm everyday - amazing. The selection for the lunches is extensive - including fish and chips, chicken..."

Lauren Kim

"As a family we wanted to try something new for Sunday lunch, but something homie and wholesome and just plain lekker , what fulfillment we..."

Jason Carter

"Had their famous pub lunch this afternoon. Lots of variation. From steak and chips, calamari to burgers. I opted for a chicken stir fry with cashew..."

Nicol Miller

"Cosy, authentic pub feel which has excellent value for money lunches. I had a bit of a cold and opted for the hot bull which was tasty and cleared my..."

Sereshan Pillay

"Barristers delivers exactly what it offers. Today was my first visit and I absolutely loved the welcoming environment. The R55.00 pub lunch (of which..."

Melissa CJ Morris

"Barristers has such a homely feel to it if you sit past the bar. Always good service and friendly waiters. I enjoy the chicken burger and the..."

Ulisha Moodley

"Barristers has always been a choice for a good meal. I've always had excellent service and delicious food. Our waiter this evening was particularly..."

Catherine

"Barristers is one of my favourite restaurants! They have a range of delicious meal options and an amazing lunch time special of R55 for a variety of..."

Natashakrumbock

"Three oldies wanted an early meal so opted for Barristers' pub fare which is served until 18:00 Mon-Fri - and what unbelievable value for money! ..."

Lucille Byrnes

"The food here is traditional 'pub-grub', but it is really delicious. A nice and warm atmosphere, yet the service can be slow. The specials on a..."

Nicola Barrett

"Amazing vibe & food ! ..."

Richa Khataw

"After consistently dining at this culinary institution for the past five years and having officially completed every item on their pub lunch menu, i..."

BT

"I've been here twice in the last month for their R55 lunch special. The first time it was pretty empty, the service was good and my spaghetti..."

Claudia Penny

"Pub grub at its best! Brilliant local and craft beers as well as beer tasting. Love that the venue had different 'rooms' to fit your mood. Cosy fire..."

JotterJo

"This our first TQ club check-in.The chicken schnitzel with veg and pepper sauce is a winner! Even better ordered before 6pm to get a fantastic..."

TQ Club

"I've had both good and bad experiences at Barristers. The bad ones were on a Sunday afternoon at lunchtime which, I know, is a busy time for most..."

Emma Bowen

"Wanted to go for lunch and did not know where to go so I viewed restaurants on Zomato and found this close by, and what a find. This looks and feels..."

Magda Oosthuysen

"This place is a pretty good place to go for dinner. Their gourmet burgers are a real generous size and are delicious, together with their huge potato..."

Shez

"Was in search of a quick lunch, stumbled across Barristers! All lunches cost R55?! I couldn't believe it.. Had a proper pub lunch. steak,..."

Michael Morton

"My wife and I visited this place on a Monday where they have a 2 for 1 special. The food was really awesome especially their steaks. We really..."

Leejay Carrozzo

"The lunch time special is just one of those unbeatable deals. R50, every day of the week and you leave waddling out and satisfied. No short cuts are..."

Chloë

"Visted for the pub lunch special and was not dissapointed! There is a nice selection to choose from and I had the chefs special of the day being some..."

JonJon Clark

"I had lovely calamari in a spicy tomato and lime sauce, and a caprese salad. Delicious. Brian had, I swear, a MOUNTAIN of ribs with salad. They have..."

Lisa Botha Gibbon

"The vibe was a little chilly, but the food was absolutely amazing. The steak was done perfect, the schnitzel was phenominal, and the burger was..."

Matt Warwick

"Bar vibe infront makes it a busy after work hangout with a more formal dining experience at the back. The steak with chicken liver sauce is very..."

Elaine Lahoud

"I went there for their lunch special on afternoon. The restuarant was quite full. I ordered the beef burger. This was made very well and I..."

Eben Daniels

"Real pub vibe and been coming here for years...definite value for money with their R50 pub lunches!! Went for the Monday night special, 2 for 1! I..."

Sharon Malan

"Came for the Monday Special - such a treat! Calamari was absolutely divine and the portion size made it all the more worthwhile! Service with a smile..."

Courtney Alexandra Wallace

"Visited on a Sunday after a hike for breakfast, they only open at 11 so we waited around for bit. I had the Barrister's breakfast which I did not..."

Simone

"R50 Pub lunch is a deal as many others attest. Good variety of draft beers. Good service. Barristers has the look and feel of a well run pub and..."

Goodfood

"I'm giving a 4.5 because their R50 pub lunches are amazing. Large portions, consistent quality, efficient serivce. What more could you want? I've..."

Tay

"Hmm. Tricky one. I'd say stay away from the seafood. I had a mussel starter and the soup tasted like it came from a packet. The Chicken schnitzel..."

Dayi

"I went there for lunch yesterday and was quite impressed by the vibe, it was chilled, cozy and nice and warm inside on a cold day! The service was..."

Megan João (Jacobs)

"Had the pub lunch special yesterday for R50 and got this delicious meal! Serious value for money I'd say. Great vibe too with the rugby game being..."

Megan Van Der Linde

"I really enjoy this place! You have a large food choice which is nice!I had the blue cheese and bacon burger is was nice!The service..."

Sophie Mamet

"Good food, good service. They have an extensive lunchtime special menu. Occasionally they have great live music. There are a number of areas in the..."

Grantmorrisonmail@gmail.com

"Had a great lunch time meal. Excellent food and friendly service. Felt welcome and comfortable. Prices most affordable. Will defnitely come again..."

Santa Sforza

"Barristers in Newlands really is a treat. We went for dinner on Wednesday evening and spotted local sport celeb Bobby Skinstat. We started off with..."

Wanita Webbstock

"Barristers is nestled in the heart of beautiful Newlands and is a wonderful spot for a family dinner or catch up with friends. It is guarenteed to..."

Kelly Rae Gifford

"@ barrister is one of the greatest most relaxed places I've dined at. The food is great and if you are up for a rugby match then even better. A must..."

Grace Afton Boer

"Like a great mullet, reversed, it's party in the front and business at the back. By that I mean, casual dinner as you come in and a more restaurant..."

Phillip Black

"Easily one of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. Pub lunch sort of vibe. I go there reasonably often to take advantage of the R50 linch special -..."

Kate McLeod

"When in doubt, Barrister's Chicky Schnitz will always serve you well. Add a Barrister's or Pepper sauce and a draught beer and you may as well be in..."

Robert Peitzsch

"Barristers is a surprising one for me. It's definitely a pub, and it has that sort of a vibe to it. But I've had some of the best steaks I've ever..."

Dominique Andrea Vieira

"It honestly doesn't get better than Barristers. Any occasion any time is perfect. Service is always great a day food is just fantastic. Pub lunch is..."

Nicky

"I love coming here. Dinner or lunch!! Outside is great when the weather is nice and inside has an old English vibe which I enjoy. Good steak as..."

Jani Schnehage

"Really good pub food. Great place for a meal and a beer while watching the rugby. Their steaks are surprisingly good - order it with a Rosemary rub..."

Chad Michael Henson

"Love love love. With an awesome old-school pub feel and a menu for the whole family, Barristers is definitely worth a weekly visit. Their food is..."

Kate Coulson

"Been for dinner here a few times! Had one of the best steaks I have had (sea salt and rosemary fillet), amazing! Their ice cream and hot chocolate..."

Peter John Yuill

"A great vibe and decent food. Very popular for after work drinks and rugby matches. Good sharing baskets for a light snack and quite a..."

Phoebe Kondylis

"I'm a big fan of Barristers when I'm keen to go somewhere with a pub-style vibe. The service is always good, and I'm loving their new specials where..."

Rebecca Francis-Pope

"This is a great local spot, and I've always enjoyed the pub lunches (which are on offer til 6pm, so you can be a cheapskate and get a good deal for..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"Barristers has been around forever! It was my dad's favourite place for a great steak and it still lives up to its superb reputation. Love the..."

Cape Town Foodies

"The R50 lunch special is amazing! Well worth every rand spent...I had a schintzel with some veg, perfect for a winters day lunch. The schintzel was..."

Broghan Ross

"Barristers is a fantastic place to meet friends after work or for a sports game, I like the English pub feel and the general good natured crowd it..."

Ryan Harrison

"Excellent food, excellent service, good value for money. Proper pub experience. We used the Entertainer vouchers which really made for a great..."

Vaughan Coulson

"We decided to watch the rugby on Saturday at a different spot from our usual. Sat in the bar area (front) and will definitely try and book next time..."

Zanel

"Been here a few times over the past few months. Nothing fancy out the back of the restaurant but the front looks quite modern.Portions were..."

Martin Evans

"Lovely pub and restaurant in newlands. Very authentic atmosphere and very reasonable. Cheap lunch and great value. Recommended for a pleasant weekend..."

Philip Tillman

"Location is good. Parking could be a bit difficult at busy times. Good vibe. Good service and value for money. A variety of beer. Will visit again...."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"A good example of an old school pub/steak house. The food is of good quality, the service good enough. It has a distinctly "family run" feeling...."

Allan Moita

"Barristers is an institution and a very important one at that. I wonder how many memories have been created there. Hubby and I met for a business..."

Debbie Bergmann-harris

"This was a great find. They give generous portions in their pub lunches which are great value for money. Their service is also excellent. My only..."

Tumi Ramafoko

"Discovered barristers for the first time tonight. Lovely selevtion of salad and vegetarian options. Fresh and creative. Appreciated the good..."

Ferrial Adam

"Barristers Grill is a great little spot right in the heart of Newlands. Perfect for a special dinner for 2 in the restaurant area or a catch up with..."

MelbourneLops

"A real authentic pub just like in the UK! Had an excellent steak and potato wedges which I was delicious and the service was great too! Also had a..."

Debbie Coulson

"Upon arrival, we were greeted by friendly staff and although they were very busy they made a plan to find us a table. Great venue. I had the..."

Travis

"Pub vibes with a cool outside deck , which is perfect for those windless Claremont evenings . Above average lunch specials and also I think Monday..."

Al-John Hyphen

"Great pub/restaurant ! They have a fantastic R50 lunch special that offer a wide range of options and good portion sizes. Fantastic chicken schnitzel..."

Mathew West-Russell

"Great place with a great pub lunch! Good variety, and atmosphere is perfect for a few friends going out for a drinks and a good hearty meal. Would..."

Mishka Latib

"Fantastic meal! Service was incredible, atmosphere was great. Just like an English pub. Had the rosinni steak. amazing. Highly recommend Barristers!..."

Dayne Deedat

"GREAT food, awesome service and a reasonable price. At Barristers a steak is always a good idea. I want with my favorite, the Rib eye. It..."

James Hickman

"Typical old school English pub with a good following. I have never had a bad meal at Barristers, good hearty portions and a cozy place to go in..."

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