If you’re looking for a place to pick up a quick pastry and coffee, then the Jardine Bakery is the place you want to go. Tucked neatly next to its sister establishment, Jardine on Bree, on a quiet side street down, the bakery is just a sidewalk counter with some adjacent outdoor cafe tables. Most ... Read More →
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 →
This is one of Simon’s Town’s best-kept secrets. Located at the south end of Simon’s Town and owned and run by a local Capetonian, Sophea Gallery is a spiritual art gallery with various forms of fine art, as well as a Tibetan teahouse offering “food for body and soul”. Their all-day menu consists of a variety ... Read More →
After a morning of surfing at Muizenberg, we always head across the parking lot to our favorite after-surf eatery. Sharing an entrance with the Roxy store, their outdoor tables are usually full of people sitting in the sun. Bustling with a combination of tourists and local surfers of all ages, this is a great place to people-watch. ... Read More →
The Food Barn is located at the far end of the Noordhoek Farm Village. With its large open kitchen and casual atmosphere, we felt like we’d walked into the middle of someone’s kitchen. The lunch specials were showcased on the countertops, along with the fresh baked pastries, making it very tempting! They also have several ... 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 →
The Cape Farmhouse is one of our favorite breakfast spots around the south peninsula. Situated on a large farm at the base of Red Hill, the restaurant is housed in a 250 year-old farmhouse reminiscent of the old days. They serve a farm-style breakfast and a Moroccan-inspired lunch using fresh ingredients from the garden and home-made breads.
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If you’re in the Noordhoek/Kommetjie area and looking for a good family restaurant, then stop off at Imhoff Farm. They have several options to choose from but our favorite one is the Blue Water Cafe. It is located in the historic farmhouse with a fenced outdoor seating area. The vibe here is really laid back ... Read More →