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Michaels

82/100 (1217 ratings)

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"I had a very special Birthday lunch on Friday. Natasha assisted us perfectly & the food was delicious. Your cheesecake is to die for & I don't say..."

Janine Mayers

"Thank you for opening early for the Cape Town Marathon. We enjoyed the coffee, breakfast and had lots of fun cheering the runners...always great..."

Sally Golding

"Service and food was superb! Reasonably priced and a great location! We will be back..."

Shandri Viljoen

"Michael's is an amazing place to be, whether it's for business or pleasure. Amazing burgers. Best service delivery. I love..."

Lebohang Albert

"Love the friendly staff and great..."

Candi Leppan Bracken

"The service is exceptional and good amazing. Will definitely be back..."

Nicole Deyce

"I need to come in and have loads of those brilliant chilli..."

Natalie Knol

"Michaels is the best place ever! The food and people are incredible, a great place to stop off for breakfast on a Saturday morning or to grab a bite..."

Jamie Phillips

"I just have to say that your staff are amazing. The extra things I saw them do while serving us was really impressive. They take there job really..."

Tyrone Ryan

"Awesome venue. Food is great and the service is impeccable. Staff are very friendly. The minute you enter the door you are attended to. The vibe is..."

Mitchell Adams

"My friends and I are Michael’s regulars on a Sunday morning. Very nice spot, with decent service and a very nice menu. The fries are always..."

Neo Ramagaga

"Finally tried this place and I liked it! I don't mind coming here for drinks and dates. The alfredo is superb suggest anyone to try it out. The..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"The staff were very friendly and the food came out quickly. However, I specially made sure to ask them to make sure the omelette isn't gooey inside,..."

Gabriel Stein

"Recently tried Michael's out for breakfast. At first things seemed a bit pricey but portion sizes made it worthwhile. Service was efficient and..."

Anisha Pillay

" The service was great! We had a friendly waitress Asanda. The pizzas we ordered were tasty. I will definitely be returning for the pulled pork..."

Kgoni Mogale

"Lovely place for breakfast especially after a nice run or cycle. Welcoming team and good service. Satisfying breakfast options. Their coffee is also..."

Lenita Johan

"Signature burgers, decadent milkshakes and delicious smoothies. Busy but relaxed setting, with excellent service and friendly staff. A favourite in..."

Karthik R (The OmegA Man)

"Dropped my daughter off for work. Fresh looking place with friendly staff. Chips good portion and good selection of drinks. Large selection on menu..."

Benu Mukhopadhyay

"Very casual place, lovely vibe and always good food. The food and service is great and there is a variety of different food on the menu which all..."

Sara Krunic

"I love Michaels. It's such a chilled restaurant. I get takeaways from here a lot. They have a pizza that's a favourite in my household - the fig and..."

Nicole O'Neill

"Fabulous relaxed restaurant in suburbia that's very popular with the locals! Food and service are noteworthy but it can get very noisy so don't take..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"I love Michael's! It's warm, friendly and inviting - and the staff always go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The food is always great and..."

Brent Allan Black

"This must be a perfect place to go in winter. If you're always cold like me, you can even sit on the couches by the fire and have your dinner. The..."

Chloë

"I've had lots of take-away coffees and juoces from.Michaels, today I had mu first meal. Service has always been friendly and attentive and I love the..."

Catherine

"Tried this restaurant out for breakfast one Saturday morning and boy was it buzzing. It fills up quite quickly but the service is still really good!..."

Jamie Jacobs

"Always driving past Michael's so tonight we decided to try it out. The menu offers a variety of foods so you are really spoilt for choice. I had the..."

Ulisha Moodley

"I have been to Michael's for breakfast multiple times and every time it has been a very rewarding experience. Michael's is a very easy going and..."

BT

"Great milkshakes, mushrooms, and service. Family restaurant with a sophisticated but welcoming feel to it. Awesome and polite staff willing to go the..."

Melissa CJ Morris

"Super service and what a clean place. Love that they offer Banting options and lovely cocktails! Will come back over and over and wish we had such a..."

Karine Dequeker

"What a great experience! Just had lunch and I'm liking the new change in this restaurant! The menu has a great and wide selection so I always like to..."

Emma Bowen

"What a great change! We've watched michael's change hands many times over the years and the addition of a bar and new menu is inspired. The food is..."

Charné

"A lovely breakfast spot in Rondebosch: Michael's is always buzzing during breakfast times, in both Winter and Summer. I especially love that they..."

Jennifer Wrench

"Super relaxed environment with great food to go with it! Had bacon banana feta avo pizza was amazing. Have couches in front of fire place. Cheesecake..."

JonJon Clark

"Really great place - well priced and epic burgers! Let down by poor service at times. Has come a long way over the years and definitely..."

William Hillock

"I've wanted to check out Michael's for months now... we finally had a moment to visit them on Friday and it was comfortable, warm, friendly and all..."

MelbourneLops

"Very impressive first visit to this institution as I travel frequently to CT lately. My guest had the veggie camenbert burger which was attractively..."

Godfrey De Meyer

"We popped in here for a quick supper his week.It was buzzing inside and we had a fairly good meal. It's a very simple old school menu so perfect..."

Michelle Parkin

"A lovely setting. Formal but also very relaxed. Perfect for any occasion. Food is great and so is the coffee. Was a bit disappointed with the..."

Nicky

"A place you can call home. The service is top notch and the food is not too shabby at all. Will definitely make this a regular hang out for the..."

Chantel

"Came here today for a take away and ended up changing it to a sit down. The service was excellent and so welcoming that I felt like a regular! Had a..."

Alice Scott

"What a delightful surprise! Lovely, cosy eatery with EXCELLENT food and prices. Every element of the meal added value to the dish: crisp salad, 1st..."

Kevin Anthony Christensen-Morris

"We had a very pleasant experience at Michael's. The decor was very well done. Our drinks took a long time to come, but the service was good and the..."

Mia

"Had a really nice lunch at Michael's this afternoon. I had the BBC burger but replaced the blue cheese with cheddar. All 4 of our meals..."

Paul Baker

"I don't how to rate the level of their toast, eggs beacon makes me drool before I dig In , Michael's Kitchen & bar is eco Friendly. If you never been..."

Vee Sarcastic

"No frills breakfast menu offering morning favourites. Great service from the staff - thank you, Percy. Just a little bit chilly on a colder Winter..."

Onke Somtsewu

"Wow. My favorite spot after school is still producing good food. We stopped in to get a burger on our way home and it was delicious. There was lots..."

Matt Cornfield

"Convenient location with a free parking lot across the street. It's often busy, so it's recommended that you book ahead during busy times to ensure..."

Cobus F. Potgieter

"We had their burgers. Tasted great and good quality chips. The mushroom sauce was delicious and will definitely be going back to try out the rest of..."

Mandy Boshoff

"Such a warm and friendly place with wonderful staff ready & willing to be of service. Great place to also come and work for a meeting with free..."

Bernard Peacocke

"Michaels is just up the road from where I live so it's always my to go place to get a coffee or a pizza (which are really good, by the way........"

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"After having come from a wet and windy hike up Devil's Peak, we went to Michael's and it was warm, service was great, having asked for a table of..."

Roger Warton

"Today, I had a coffee meeting at Michaels in Rondebosch, Cape Town, which I had thought was just a restaurant that’s open at night. To my surprise,..."

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"Great food, rich coffee, swift service, warm..."

Nick Morling

"Cosy atmosphere with all kinds of seating arrangements. I really enjoyed their cappuccino and chicken mayo..."

Nicole van der Watt

"Open early but it has a dated decor. The eggs benedict were decent as was the..."

David Weber

"We had a great meal last night at Micheals Kitchen and Bar. The restaurant is cozy and boast a great wine selection to go accompany their great..."

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"Really relaxed vibe with nice seating facing the street. Had the veggie wrap so nothing special but it was still really tasty and will definitely be..."

Willem Van Ryswyck

"Tasty breakfast paired with super yummy coffee..."

Lauren Thorne

"Cute and stylish place. Great coffee and friendly..."

Lloyd Goliath

"Very nice community, family type venue. The setting is quite unusual in that you have the ability to sit on a patio type bar looking at all the..."

Richard Morris

Clarke's Bar And Dining Room

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"Best Burger in Cape Town! Awesome..."

Cole Bisset

"Very cool decor and amazing vibe. Service is excellent. Good coffee. Good Food...."

Aneesa

"One of my absolute favourites in Cape Town. The food is always so good, love the rooibos ice tea, which looks like you drinking alcohol but you are..."

Amaryllis Haeggman

"Some of the best burgers..."

Helen

"Clarke’s bar was really fun, we enjoyed an amazing beef burger and chicken burger with beer which I thought was great. The beef patty was filled..."

Gerschel

"Number 2/10: We came upon our second lunch destination by chance (see previous review of Jarryds for context). It was a hellishly hot day and we were..."

Nicole VR

"Had a late lunch here and unfortunately caught them while the kitchen was closed for an hour. We decided to have drinks and wait for them to reopen..."

Christo Stone

"Had breakfast with a business partner at Clarkes and was pleasantly surprised! Love the variety on the menu and also love how different their menu..."

Mel Woudberg

"This place has changed my Sunday brunch forever and raised the bar for restaurants all over Cape Town! Let me start by saying ... R25 Mimosas on..."

Claire_Nicola

"Amazing food and service with a super cool vibe!Had an amazing burger with a glass of red wine - definitely recommend for a casual eat and..."

Vickifitzsimons

"Clarke’s Bar is one of those cafes that never disappoint. The food is amazing and the vibe is great at any time of the day . The food is great and..."

Tsepang & Thapelo

"Awesome vibe today at Clarke's. my partner and I shared two meals. We ordered the huevous rancheros and the beef burger. The burger was amazing!..."

Jessy Da Silva

"Just had to tell someone how amazing these burgers are.. Finally a place that focuses on the patty rather than smothering your burger in sugary..."

Jay Goldberg

"Trendy vibey and laid backWent for brunch Christmas Eve and was thoroughly impressed Certainly lived up to expectations Coffee was..."

Trevor

"Such a lovely little nook on Bree! Started off with a punchy espresso to kickstart my experience. Had the classic grilled cheese on white with extra..."

Thobile Shongwe

"We used to come here when in a hurry for both breakfast and dinner, our hotel was one block away. The burgers are so tasty and served fresh. We..."

Burger King

"I really enjoy their burgers, especially the buttery brioche buns. The vibe is relaxed and i sat at the bar which gave me a glimpse into the kitchen...."

Mario Arendse

"Clarkes is the restaurant that ticks all the boxes for cape town 20-something diners.( they are even eco friendly and removed all straws from their..."

Tayla Fagan

"I have no complaints from my side. I love the fact that they serve breakfast all day, and allow dogs inside! I really like the setup of Clarke’s..."

Rachael Laura Wahl

"2 for 1 burgers: the veg burger was so great. The bun was beyond any and all expectations and so was the side salad. I ended up consuming just over..."

Colleen Kalimba

"I've been here twice - once for breakfast and another time for lunch. This place is packed over weekends for brunch. Seated at the bar on both..."

Aletha Jeftha

"Rough night before?? One epic hair of the dog beer and hangover breakfast!! BOOM!! 👌🏻Also really rad vibe for hanging out and..."

Chelyn De Graaf

"The veg burger and avo on toast were delish! Such a cool vibe. Enjoyed eating amongst the lush greenery. Service a tad slow but the food made up for..."

Jenisha Govender

"I like Clarke's a lot, and it's a very popular hangout in Cape Town. I consider myself a Mac and Cheese connoisseur, and unfortunately I wouldn't..."

Nicole O'Neill

"We love this place! Although we've only been here for the double G&T and oyster specials. The oysters are very fresh and the cucumber in the G&T is..."

TK Boulais

"Pleasantly surprised by the unique in-house made rolls that Clarke's serves up. Veggie burger is a winner especially when paired with a side salad..."

Gabriella

"Lovely ambiance, friendly staff and open really early. The food was good, yet my croissant was not the freshest. Nice quirky place to have a morning..."

Keri Paschal

"Had an exceptional breakfast at Clarke's with a friend of mine yesterday. Simple but warm environment and the decor matches that perfectly. Perfectly..."

Chad Marks

"I came here a while ago for dinner, I've been before for drinks but never to eat. I had the buttermilk chicken pieces and they were tasty. The drink..."

Sarah Mcghie

"I like this restaurant from many point of views. It has a cool and ease feel that makes dining a nice and relaxed experience . Either seating at the..."

Pusm

"I love this place. Music, food and atmosphere is great... what more can one ask for. Oh wait they have cheesy fries with this ridiculously good..."

Dale De Waal

"A Perfect breakfast, just the fresh orange juice took a while and only got to the table after I had finished eating. Huge extra area hidden in the..."

Pete D

"Not the first time I've been here, I've had the awesome tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich( great for dunking), and I've had their baby burger,..."

Nicol Miller

"By far the best burger in Cape town......awesome food and value for money!!! Best burger 'bun'. You also have to try the sandwiches.....love and care..."

Craig Greenwood-Selby

"I've only ever visited Clarke's on a Tuesday for the two for one burger special so it's always super packed! The burgers are great and the fries come..."

Mikaela

"Super yummy food!! A bit pricy if you ask me though, R100 for a cheese burger no bacon, 210g however. But suuuper tasty. Also..."

Gabriel Stein

"I had brunch and coffee at Clarke's. I found it really enjoyable. I had scrambled egg and avo on toast and a flat white. Clarke's is very hip and..."

Jenna Rodd

"Clarke's is on of my go to destinations for consistency of great food and an awesome vibe.The Cheese Burger is not comparable with virtually any..."

Allan Stewart

"great place that welcomes everyone ! great staff, great food & drinks!recommend the Hash Eggs, Bloody Mary and the Pulled Pork Toasty..."

Wentzel Wntzl

"Lovely the hipster slash chic slash health bar restaurant. It small and cozy and have a great social vibe. The waiters and managers are friendly and..."

Sarita Kerber

"I once came here to finish an essay on a Saturday morning and I didn't have to bother playing my focus enhancing ambient sounds because the noise..."

Esti Strydom

"I'd been meaning to come here for a while so I finally came for breakfast the other day. I had the 3-egg omelette on sourdough which was..."

Danieljake

"Opinions are divided whether Clarke's ranks higher on the hipster scale than P&G. Nonetheless, in the heart of town, they have a cool young vibe..."

Marcus Christiansen

"This must be some of the best food available in Cape Town. Completely unpretentious and yet absolutely delicious. The menu can satisfy any food..."

Andrew Wilshere-Preston

"Delectable flourless seed bread! I have never tasted so much goodness in one slice of bread. I always make up my own breakfast consisting of..."

Era Ace

"Going to Clarke’s feels like coming home, such a laidback atmosphere accompanied by simple, delicious food. I try force my friends to go here every..."

FoodMissionary

"Simple, yet delicious. The R30 breakfast special which includes two eggs, toast, a coffee or fresh OJ is an ultimate win. I have been to..."

Richard Bower

"Really love the set up of this café as it's quite cosy but still has enough space for privacy and comfort. The food was great with the stand..."

Kriyanka Naidoo

"Let's be honest, this is the ultimate burger and hangover cure destination in Cape Town. That paired with their fantastic wine list and drinks..."

Pia Harris

"Only been here once but had one of the best burgers ever. The deep fried bun was amazing. Good food and good drinks! Nice atmosphere! Would..."

Amy Engelbrecht

"Clarke's is a perfect breakfast/lunch spot if you like a city cafe. I find eating breakfast at the bar especially appealing, like one would do at a..."

Anja Immelman

"Popped in for a quick coffee and a bite to eat about 11:30 on Sunday morning. What a place. It looks tiny with people sitting on the sidewalk tables..."

Derek Miller

"Was here for breakfast last week and enjoyed their eggs on toast special with a perfectly made cup of coffee to get my morning on the go. Friendly..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Love Clarke's! It's a favourite breakfast joint for a quick, enjoyable start to the day. The staff are friendly and helpful. The coffee is good! I..."

Sumendra Chetty

"Great music! Great coffee and great food... What more do you ask for in a early morning breakie spot. Clarke's has been a go to on my morning for the..."

Nicholas Hochfelden

"The place is cute, the staff is super friendly and the service is always quick. Not a fan of their juices and their ice tea is alright but they do..."

Zanenkululeko Belot

"I loved the personalized service. It was full and yet they made our time there memorable. 🙃 Sixolile Timothy good choice babe. Will call again..."

Jack Mbongeni Ngwenya-Pavarotti

"Thought I wrote a review long ago ! Honestly this place has never disappointed meThe food tastes as good every time Not so hot on..."

Mbali Msimang

"Trendy Cape Town CBD brunching at its finest! I adore the simplicity of the decor, it looks modern yet homely and feels very refreshing. I want to..."

Princess Petra

"I was excited to go to Clarke's and when I finally went it was so much better than expected. The food was absolutely delicious as well as well priced..."

Jean Baard

"A favourite amongst Cape Town hipsters. Clarkes serves up great beer and awesome food - the perfect spot for a casual lunch or a few drinks before..."

Jessica Stromin

"I finally got back to Clarke's for the burger. Their sourdough buns are apparently from Woodstock bakery ... and they are superb!The burger..."

Iain

"Really love visiting this spot! It never disappoints food wise and the service is on point. The burgers are delish and worth every bite. Breakfast..."

Alyx Carolus

"I've been to Clarkes several times and I've enjoyed every meal. The service is always friendly and helpful. The restaurant itself is small but trendy..."

Jaynisha Patel

"Oh Clarke's. You really have been one of my best places to eat, drink and hang out since arriving in CT 2 years ago.Little did I know a..."

Kezia Swanepoel

"Really good food, amazing vibe and friendly service. They have a variety of fresh juices and breakfast served all day. Took a group for breakfast and..."

Kristen George

"G&T, Georgia punch and Maggie's pickled spicy beans. So good! This is or standard catch-up routine. You really can't find beans like these anywhere...."

Kale Tyler

"We dined here for a Sunday brekkie, and what a great experience. They have an array of seating - outside on the sidewalk , inside at big social..."

Megan Bellinger

"Charming outdoor setting, though uncomfortable looking at the white walls inside... Lunch was pretty good, and the best thing were the..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"Quality: 4Consistency: 3Food: 4Atmosphere: 4Cleanliness: 3Service: 3Location: 4Value: 4Will I return?..."

Ru

"Had lunch there today. A Pulled Pork Sarmie and it was great. Will do back to try other items on the menu and see what the night life has..."

Zoe

"Awesome bacon cheeseburger! The bun is made of brioche which makes it extra tasty. They don't take bookings, sometimes they won't even serve you at..."

Lvanmellek

"The cheese burger is completely next level, top 3 in Cape Town! Great vibe, and generally always a killer time. Not as popular as it is for nothing!..."

Adrian

"My favourite burger in Cape Town, although it's not to everyone's taste. The brioche bun can be a bit greasy for some, but I think it's the piece de..."

Lawrence Wilson

"If you look up Cape Town in an encyclopedia, you should see an exterior shot of Clarke's on a warm Sunday afternoon with patrons eating their brunch..."

Avukile Mabombo

"Nice spot. Nice atmosphere. Friendly staff. The cortado was excellent. The scrambled eggs on toast + bacon was good. Will definitely go back to try..."

Ashlin Subban

"Perfectly acceptable breakfast and coffee at regular cape town prices (R100 breakfast; R30 coffee). Seating available outside on pavement; inside in..."

N L

"Simple yet efficient burger with a thick juicy pattie. Cheese could be stronger. Homemade fries were..."

Masterchef La Recette

"Wow! Super delicious burger. We will definitely come back soon! Many..."

Ebru Lia

"This is a very popular place to eat, have coffee, hang out and have drinks. The staff are friendly and the food is good. It has been here for quite a..."

Mark Stillerman

"Love this spot my favorite for sure. Best burger in town. Also vibe is brilliant look and feel is solid. Not kid friendly but Wi-Fi is great and has..."

Stefan Green

"One of the best breakfasts we have ever had - the menu is interesting, varied, a creative take on the traditional breakfast. Ingredients were fresh,..."

Mandy Goldstone

"one of our go-to breakfast spots, the scrambled eggs and croissant is one of my favourite breakfast options when I feel like a savoury breakfast, if..."

Natasha Jacobs

"Loved the place. Went there for breakfast but I sure the rest of the menu is as much good. The huovos rancheros toast was a bit disappointing to my..."

Khaled AlHussaini

"Nice place to have your breakfast or brunch they have a quite big menu, staff were friendly, prices were reasonable. Took the avo with lebnh and..."

Abdulaziz

"Lovely brunch place with a super friendly staff! We got the cheese sandwich, croissant and some bubbly, great choices and very affordable..."

Nuno Pereira

"Pretty good restaurant. Food was alright with nothing particularly spectacular, but there’s nothing wrong with that. Staff was friendly and we were..."

John Ebert

"Great brunch spot. Good coffee, good..."

Kapil Singh

"The waiters were friendly and I enjoyed sitting outside on a winter's morning having breakfast. They cater for any budget which is great. My favorite..."

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