For a taste of classic Cuba, the Buena Vista Social Cafe is a throwback to the renowned sixties Cuban nightclub, Buena Vista Social Club. Located on Main Road in Green Point close to the site of the World Cup soccer and just minutes from the city center, this is a great place to meet your ... Read More →
Tucked away in a quiet courtyard in the trendy Cape Quarter shopping center above the city center, Andiamo Deli Restaurant & Bar is at the heart of the Waterkant, a trendy area for young professionals. Its courtyard is shared with a handful of boutique shops specializing in art, home decor, health and lifestyle. Specializing in ... Read More →
Camel Rock Restaurant is the one and only restaurant in village of Scarborough. Owned and run by a local resident for the last 20+ years, it has remained unchanged since we were first there. The interior is simple and dining there is similar to having dinner at your parent’s friends’ house, cozy and comfortable. There is never ... Read More →
We have been coming to Bacinin’s for almost 10 years now with our good friends. Located in the Oranjezicht neighborhood, Bacini’s is a casual italian pizzeria that does pizza and salads very well. A favorite hangout for locals, Bacini’s is typically bustling on a weekend night, so make sure to make a reservation if you ... Read More →
Located on the quieter part of main road in Camps Bay, Primi Pomodoro is a great little breakfast spot with a view of the Camps Bay Beach. Trendy and modern, the young hip crowd converge on this well-priced but super-hip eating establishment that knows how to do Italian food the right way.
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The bohemian style Olympia Cafe is the kind that you’d expect to see in the heart of New Orleans – concrete floors, simple wood tables with mis-matched chairs, eclectic artwork and energetic waitstaff. They do breakfast, lunch and dinner most days but no matter what time of day you’re there, it always seems to be busy with ... Read More →
This upscale restaurant on the main road in Camps Bay may seem intimidating with its sleek décor but is actually a gem of a breakfast place for the budget-conscious. We were there at 9:00am on a Saturday and got the best spot in the house. Our outdoor table closest to the sidewalk was on a raised ... Read More →
Venturing into Cape to Cuba restaurant is like going into an old antique store in Cuba. The restaurant is abundant with antiques and replicas of old Havana which is all for sale! Located on the water side of the street in Kalk Bay, this restaurant is a treasure for any visitor.
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This off-the-beaten-path restaurant is not one you’d find in any Cape Town guide, which makes it all the more exclusive. Run by resident surfers, Seven 8 Three “the place to be” is the cool hangout for locals before and after surf. Located in the center of Kommetjie just minutes from Kommetjie Beach, this restaurant serves ... Read More →
As the name states, this is the place to eat your fish & chips right on the rocks. Found in the harbor in Hout Bay, Fish on the Rocks promises great fresh fish with a rockin’ view of the bay. The Calamari and Chips for R35 (US$3.50) is our favorite and offers a large portion ... Read More →