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Maria's Greek Cafe
86/100 (2017 ratings)
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"What a lovely place. We got such a warm welcome from our waitress. She answered all our questions regarding the menu, such a person's person. Food -..."
Sonia Gouws
"Love this place! Always amazing food and friendly service! Can't wait for them to reopen after the..."
Gabrielle Fluxman
"Extraordinary food variations of the open kitchen, even for experienced hipster kitchen hopper. Heartwarming service included :) The best dine I've..."
Lotte Kraus
"Love this place! The aubergine pita is by far the best (perhaps because I always order it)!!!! :) people are awesome and the atmosphere is..."
Loraine Van Der Westhuizen
"Sat 19/09/2015 . The best, mouth watering food from beginning to end! I will for sure be back for more! Absolute hidden gem in town, with plenty..."
Pikkie Botha
"Really great food & good service! I had the best moussaka there last night! šŸ™Œ can't wait to go..."
Hayley Roman
"One of my favourites on Dunkley Square. It is a Greek Restuarant with hip vibe, service and food is..."
Jeremy Adam Wlaszek Walt
"Had a fantastic dinner celebrating a friends birthday. Very generous portions and great..."
Darin Lotz
"Delicious food and warm, friendly service. A fantastic choice for a laid back Friday lunch in Cape..."
Catherine Cohen
"Best roast lamb I've had yet! And such a great vibe and location. Very friendly staff who can actually recommend what you should order..."
Gemma Kendall Pelton Bluff
"Fantastic food and beautiful atmosphere..."
Michelle Verwiel
"Their food is out of this world delicious, the atmosphere is super cosy & the service is welcoming & friendly. Mariaā€™s is perfect for a romantic..."
Amber Kneisel
"What a brilliant Greek restaurant Great ambiance Understated decor but amazing tapas- some of the best Iā€™ve ever enjoyed We ordered a..."
Trevor
"Favourite restaurant to go for especially since itā€™s halaal friendly and excellent food. The male waiter (canā€™t remember his name) did a very..."
Aishapaedia
"Just had dinner at this gardens gem. As always food was devine and the atmosphere under the trees was amazing with smiling friendly waitresses and a..."
Pria G
"I really felt like Greek food so used the Zomato app to search for a place in Cape Town. Mariaā€™s was brilliant just what I needed healthy fresh..."
Louise
"Amazing evening at Mariaā€™s. Divine food and lovely setting, we got a number of starters to share and they were all equally delicious. Favorites..."
Gemma Scholtz
"What an amazing restaurant. I will go back over and over. Sitting outside underneath the trees amongst old building and small narrow streets, it..."
Magda Oosthuysen
"I love sitting outside at Mariaā€™s on warm sunny days. All of the food here is just delicious, from the mezze to the lunch special and..."
Claudia Penny
"Went to Mariaā€™s for dinner last night and I think it is quite a gem. Hidden away in the Gardens area. Downside, parking is a bit of an..."
Lucian
"Great vibe, very cosy!! The most incredible spanakopita Iā€™ve EVER had in my life... the Lamb Mariaā€™s was underwhelming but the lamb with orzo..."
Tay
"Such a lovely experience. Maria's is very cosy, there is a downstairs and upstairs. We were lucky to get a table by just walking in, but..."
Liani
"definitely one of my go-to restaurants. delish calamari and chips and mezze! nice energy and vibe. cosy in winter and the perfect alfresco dining..."
Morgan
"Greek food at its best. Such a beautiful setting in the heart of Cape Town, this restaurant really feels like you're in a European city...."
Dani Gama
"Update: Mariaā€™s is finally open! Owing to their kitchen burning down some time ago, theyā€™ve been closed for a few months to renovate...."
Aletha Jeftha
"Maria's is my first choice for Greek food in Cape Town, and is an overall favourite for a quality meal in a cosy setting. I can recommend the chicken..."
George Miller
"Food: We ordered a few mezzes which came all on one board. This I found great as it created a very interactive eating environment. With that being..."
Paul_broome
"A great lunch at Maria's today! I had the vegan platter for 1 (R92) which had deep fried aubergines and zucchini, hummus, olives, an..."
The Chowing Bunnies
"I have never been a big fan of Greek food but this place definitely changed my mind. As you walk in the smell is just amazing, calamari filling the..."
Wez_Undercover
"I've been here twice and the courtyard atmosphere is really lovely. The meze is delicious and very authentic. However, I find the main courses that..."
Simone Izzard
"I had this little spot on my list since December so with my birthday i had one place in mind... I made sure to book ahead because finding a table..."
Nadia Janse Van Rensburg
"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. The grilled calamari main is an absolute must - such a pick-me-up. Love this restaurant to..."
Upasna Maharaj
"Rustic, dimly lit setting...awesome service and really tasty food. We were given a quaint table under the trees and fairy lights, which truly set the..."
Nicol Miller
"What a cute little gem this restaurant is! Not so many sittings but perfect for the purpose, a very familiar and intimate atmosphere . Their greek..."
Pusm
"Had the meze platter at Maria's. Delicious and authentic flavours. The atmosphere and outdoor seating is fantastic. For dessert we shared the ravani..."
Joash Narainsamy
"Fantastic to sit outside on a warm summers night. Friendly waiters and good service. Vegetable platter for 2 was so yummy. Would love to try the rest..."
@natsnotfazed
"Our table was unfortunately not ready by the time we got there, even though we had reserved it. We ordered the vegetarian platter for two for a..."
Tracy-lee Splinter
"Maria's has to be my all time favourite Greek restaurant in Cape Town. You feel like you're sitting in Europe amidst the trees and fairy lights. As..."
Gabi Goldberg
"I have had the Yiouvetsi chicken on two occasions and wow! In love. The restaurant is small,dimly lit and rustic but has a romantic feel to it. I..."
Jenna Rodd
"Always on the hunt for an after-dinner treat simply to satisfy the sweet tooth. There's nothing more indulgent than to visit a restaurant serving..."
Sharese Hunt
"I've been wanting to try Maria's for ages, and finally got the chance to go for dinner with a group of friends. We made the booking really late for a..."
Lauren McMaster
"After parking my car I turned a corner and felt like I was on holiday in Greece. What a beautifully situated restaurant with charismatic furniture..."
FoodMissionary
"I've been meaning to come here for a while, and all I can say is that Im devastated that I didn't do it earlier! Food, service and the outdoor..."
Claire_Nicola
"Popped in here while waiting for the wife. Waiter suggested a locally made cider named Sxollie which I really enjoyed. I also ordered a friend pastry..."
Carl Thomas
"I can not fault this restaurant on anything. They have an authentic Greek atmosphere, the food is beautiful and so delicious and the service is spot..."
Karlien Meyer
"Had another delicious meal at one of my favourite places. I would highly recommend the vegan platter for one as a starter. It's a great combo of deep..."
Jager Sisters
"The first time I came here, it was on my first day of my first job in Cape Town, and my manager took me out for lunch to get to know me better. With..."
Melanie Du Toit
"After dinner with friends we needed dessert. We searched the area for somewhere that satisfied our cravings. We settled on Maria's. Upon arrival, the..."
JotterJo
"Oh my god! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING FOOD!! I experienced this wonderful Greek food for the first time after viewing the art at first Thursday's...."
Paige Ellis Green
"Best Greek place in town hands down. Really, beautiful - it's actually so nice. The service is great and everything I've had there so far has been..."
Tiyaarah Cloete
"Tucked away in the corner of Dunkley Square Maria's is a great choice for a mediterranean dinner. The restaurant is not very big, so be sure to book..."
Francesca Favero
"If you need a secret spot to impress your girl, you've come to the right place. It's a really romantic setting tucked away in town. They serve a..."
Marcus Christiansen
"Maria's is such a beautiful, quaint little restaurant. Firstly, I'm not a huge fan of Greek food, but I rated Maria's based on their food, and..."
Meera Naik
"Cute, romantic and tasty. A great Greek experience. Shared all the tapas, generous portions for tapas and couldn't stop eating. Love this type of..."
Lukeconorbolton
"Always on the hunt for a delicious lamb burger so Maria's today definitely ticked all the boxes. Today felt like summer so the setting was even more..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Steph Latsky what a jol! Walked into Maria's dying for some breakfast, and unfortunately had to walk out due to no breakfast options. Luckily the..."
Izaan
"I love it here!!! I know a lot of people aren't mad about it but if ever in doubt, have the falafel! It is a dip of heaven!!! šŸ˜šŸ’œ the owners are..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Maria's dishes up a trendy twist on classic Greek food and I will definitely be back. The highlight is the incredible service with the owners..."
Aqeelah Hassim
"Popped in at Maria's last night for my mom's birthday, our waiter was very attentive and checked on us regularly to see if we needed anything. I had..."
Jesse-Mari
"This little gem never gets old or tired: it just keeps on sparkling.Lunch with a friend at Maria's could not have been more satisfying...."
Mr Creosote
"Really love the atmosphere here, sitting outside under the trees on a warm evening. The surrounding buildings are beautiful too. Also love the trays..."
Tiaan Jonker
"Good Greek food and very nice meze. It is however very busy and a group of people were turned away because they had no open tables so bookings are..."
Tally Leach
"My goodness what great food! Their signature dish, slow roasted lamb was mind blowing, I had it yesterday and already craving it. They also have some..."
Meghnaaz Williams
"Excellent! Really quality mezze type food and lovely cosy vibe. A little pricey (esp the wine) but worth it for a good night. Best were the dolmades,..."
Vanessa Berger
"My favorite restaurant in cape town. Super romantic, intimate and great Greek food. Get calamari for sure, and any of their amazing mains with lamb!..."
Laura
"We had to take an early table for dinner as they were fully booked for later. This wasn't a problem as sitting outside under the trees on the square..."
Angus
"Now this is a cute place to eat. It's in an adorable spot on Dunkley Square, and the interior is beautifully designed with the most intelligent..."
Popsi
"Met a friend for dinner on Thursday evening at Maria's - used to be an old favorite of mine but hadn't been there in years. We shared quite a few..."
Alexia Paizis-Scott
"Hands down the best Greek restaurant in Cape Town, probably among the best anything-restaurants in the city. Sterling location, consistently..."
Ben Rhys
"What a wonderful quiet space to be. The staff is top and the food is fantastic. My first experience with Greek food and from mezethes to main dishes..."
Osvaldo MostiƧo
"Went to Maria's for a birthday dinner (as it was Christmas Eve and most places are closed- Maria's are normally fully booked but luckily we managed..."
Si-Anne Wilkins
"The staff is super friendly, I was there with my grandfather who has trouble climbing stairs, and even though they have only 2, the waiters were..."
Gabriel Stein
"Maria's is a little Greek haven with beautiful seating outdoors, and a comforting, relaxed atmosphere (I went during the day, though I have heard it..."
Raeesa Naik
"Wonderful tasty greek food with wonderful friendly staff. We will return everyone enjoyed their meals and the portions were wonderfully presented and..."
Neelesh Bhagattjee
"Lovely little spot. Fantastic tapas, really good service, great atmosphere. Even though it was a crazy busy evening, nothing came close to..."
John Paterson
"Really good Greek food. Been here for breakfast and dinner. The hand cut chips are a must.The service is friendly and fast. For dessert,..."
Mincong Chen
"The Kefthethes starter was delicious as was the Baklava desert. The food is of a good standard and the chairs and tables outside the restaurant..."
Paulo Branco
"Maria's is absolutely incredible from the decor to the service and most especially the food!I ordered Ā off the Mezethes menu and was..."
Jess Lennon
"This was such a find! Delicious food in a great setting with some of the best service I've experienced in a while. Friendly, fast, efficient. I had..."
Lisa Botha Gibbon
"I used to live across the road from this amazing restaurant! I havent been disappointed once with any of their meals. It serves such delicious Greek..."
Jodi King
"Delicious food, cosy atmosphere and awesome people! Highly recommend it. We shared the vegetarian starter, a bottle of house red and baklava for..."
Andrea Petersen
"Great Greek dining with a friendly atmosphere. The food was so great I decided to skip main coarse and just have multiple starters. Don't think I..."
Shaun Van Zyl
"Excellent service after walking in from the street on a fully booked Saturday night. As far the food goes....three words....slow cooked lamb! Okay..."
Des Mossop
"Well worth a visit. Menu is not extensive (a plus) but there are a variety of dishes, from small to larger to choose from. Food is good. Service is..."
Goodfood
"I absolutely love this restaurant and have never had a bad experience here. The food is absolutely delicious whether you opt to share the incredible..."
Sapna Naik
"Had a wonderful dinner at Maria's this evening featuring excellent service, an interesting wine list, and a scrumptious-sounding menu which was very..."
Nick BG
"If you want easy & delicious vegan food without having to make a fuss, Maria's is the best - literally have a vegan platter on the menu.. They also..."
Talya Goldberg
"Excellent service - the waitress had great rapport with us. I must say their pitas are delicious and worth the money. Very romantic atmosphere in..."
Lauren Lesley Bubb
"Maria's has the best veg platter - the mucver is always a winner! Nothing beats sitting out on the square on a sunny day eating your weight in..."
Nikki.albertyn
"Marias is such a pleasure to visit. The lamb pita is tender and full of flavour (just like good lamb should be) and their chips are to die for. Great..."
MelbourneLops
"Such a homely vibe. Forgot this little gem still doing Greek like it's meant to be done. Just needs a better craft beer selection and then we all..."
Russ Meyer
"Despite being slightly pricey it's vibey in a very quaint little courtyard giving the feel that one is sitting on a pavement in Europe! It's small..."
Roxanne Boyes
"I have never experienced anything like this before! If you're looking for the best food in town, the best service, the most fantastic setting, GO..."
Christoff Smit
"Absolutely love this place. The vibe is always great and service fantastic. The food is phenomenal, no matter what you order. I will always recommend..."
Shauna Tweedie
"Great atmosphere, good tapas and the mains were also enjoyable. Chicken burger was really good, bun was a bit soggy but take nothing away from the..."
Matthew Hougaard
"Really superb Greek food. Greek food in Cape Town is hard to find and this is really on point. Everything from their tzatziki to their dolmades are..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"I don't have any photos to prove it but this place is pretty much faultless as far as I'm concerned. The Rosemary chips are completely delicious, and..."
Dominique Andrea Vieira
"This place is next level amazing. The food was to die for. Such an interesting mix of options on the menu... I really had a hard time deciding! I..."
Brenda Byers