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The Eatery Wood Fired Grill

89/100 (1567 ratings)

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"THE EATERY WOOD FIRED GRILL:A FOOD FRENZY FOR YOUR TASTE BUDSEveryone has a favourite hangout and we are no exemption. The Eatery..."

Morag Waterhouse

"---ENTERTAINER ACCEPTED---- The place was amazing, more than just the vibe the staff is like being served on a first class flight friendly and top..."

Alex The Entertainer

"Popped in here for a quick lunch with my daughter. Very nice venue. Quick friendly service with a good knowledge of the menu and meals recommended..."

Eleanora Bresler

"I must say, this is a real hotspot in Claremont/Newlands area. So much so that all I saw when I initially walked in, the tables were full of..."

Kimson Chan

"The service here is really good, waiters are quite friendly and the food is mouth watering. I'd definitely suggest popping in for a bite to eat..."

Rebecca Rawcliffe

"Food , simple menu , reasonable prices and value for money ! Atmosphere is great , service is good , no complaints ! It’s a easy going family..."

Karl Van Straaten-Addinall

"Their full rack of ribs are divine. Love the local relaxed vibe it has. Waiters are friendly and on point. Wholesome eating without..."

Ronald Addinall-Van Straaten

"The food was excellent...even for an early start to the day. Enjoyed breakfast and enthusiastic service from the staff. The cleanliness of the..."

Matshepo Motlanthe

"The service was really good! I felt well taken care of from the moment I walked in right up to when I left. The ambience was casual- lots of..."

Mose Shirley Khubedu

"We had our October lunch at the Eatery Wood Fired Grill in Claremont. We had a new pensioner join our lunch group – CH’s brother MH. JT had the..."

Three Pensioners Plus Our Attorney

"Food is amazing. Their grilled calamari is so tender and delicious. If you feel for a burger then any of their burgers will definitely hit the spot...."

Danielle Mc Pherson

"I've been here three times in the past year and have had nothing but great experiences. The burgers are generous and the grilled taste is extra..."

Robin

"My husband and I visited The Eatery for the first time and had their Monday night steak (300g rump or sirloin) and chips special for R99 each. The..."

Simone Izzard

"Very friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere and great food. Something for everyone.. And the prices are reasonable. Great experience and would..."

Matt007meister

"Their New York Cheesecake is SO good 😊😊Totally pleased my cravings 😅And such friendly staff too!!I will..."

Claudia Ludwig

"Real men rub their meat. No basting but really great rubs that goes on their ribs and steaks. Done really well over the coals. Combined with a good..."

Cptboytjie

"Really simple solid meal. I had the Sirloin steak which was really good while my friends had the R99 burger and milkshake special which looked like..."

Jonny Murray

"I first ordered from The Eatery on UberEATS and vowed I would go in physically. As a person that goes for ribs and chicken wings in a wood fire..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"Think upscale version of Spur- crowd pleasing, good food, great for groups, doesn't break the bank, but still a rich, warm enough environment to stay..."

Mishka Latib

"I was invited to the most spectacular Zomato foodie meetup a few weeks back. The eatery wood fired grill is tucked away in belvedere square in..."

Francesca Favero

"I've been to this restaurant before and I really like the warmth and the way it smells. It's really cosy. It's a really accommodating menu with..."

Mbali Msimang

"What an awesome foodie meetup last night at The Eatery! And what amazing food! My initial visit to The Eatery was when they first opened in wynberg..."

Simone Hasselbach

"My first Zomato meet up with great food, wine and company thank you Zomato. We had a platter of starters and I gravitated towards the bobotie spring..."

Amy Mcwilliams

"Wow! What a great foodie meetup we had! Thanks to Zomato, a few foodies got together last night to wine and dine at The Eatery, and we were treated..."

Nicol Miller

"Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner here. I had the chicken salad, which was a generous portion of chicken and sald, and not just a collection of lettuce..."

Catherine

"We can't get enough of this excellent little restaurant in our hood. Every meal has been perfection. From starters to desserts there is such love and..."

JotterJo

"Great vibe for a great date! Our waitress (Nicole) was friendly, helpful and attentive. The manager was also ever present to make sure we were..."

Julian Springer

"Wanted to try somewhere new for supper lastnight so my boyfriend and I decided on The Eatery. We arrived pretty early, around 6, the place wasn't too..."

Anisha Pillay

"Went there for lunch on a weekday, I had the burger and milkshake special, decided to take the cape towner burger and triple chocolate milkshake, the..."

Ray

"Seriously good steaks here - they make the most of the meat and don't complicate things too much. I had the Sir Loin which was great, simple and..."

Jessica Stromin

"Great food, can get a bit busy though. Had my husband's 30th birthday here and it was fantastic. The staff was super friendly and helpful and went..."

Ruby Bunjun

"Delicious food accompanied by very friendly staff. The manager was very helpful and informative. One of the best Creme Brûlées I've had in a long..."

Kirsty Watts

"This restaurant has become a regular haunt since the closing of their Wynberg branch. They have an excellent special on Tuesdays of a gourmet burger..."

Andrew Treu

"Great atmosphere, friendly staff and deliciously made food coupled with tasty milkshakes all make for a worthwhile experience. Definitely..."

Shnapple

"Ambiance: 3.5/5 Food: 3.5/5 What a great neighborhood restaurant. They have an outside area at the back which is protected from the..."

Charné

"A great eatery! Friendly waitress, recently opened so everything is still fresh and new... Lovely vibe and atmosphere. Start with the baby squid......"

Claire Forbes

"Went in about 9pm and I thought they would be closed or orders for the kitchen would be closed but there weren't, which was a good start.For..."

Mary-Anne Williams Wakefield

"We were pleasantly surprised by The Eatery, awesome freshly made food presented very well. Staff are friendly and service orientated.We will..."

Russell Wilmot

"Possibly the best swordfish I've ever tasted. Tender, juicy and flavorful. Only thing better is the service we received from our attentive waitress,..."

Dustin Johnson

"This is a newish little gem in Belvedere Square. The burgers are delicious, especially when accompanied by a milkshake for their special. I love the..."

Claudia Penny

"Ordered my favourite Argentinian with chimichurri with a side of cauli mash (the best in town). My hubby ordered the pork belly ribs which he allowed..."

Meegan Kieffer

"I like the vibe of this place, I visited it today for lunch. Their mocha was delicious and they use actual dark chocolate pieces to make..."

Chanel Pillay

"We finally got our butts into gear and visited the new Eatery in Claremont and it was really, very lovely. Great outside decking area for the warmer..."

MelbourneLops

"Walked in without a booking, shock horror disgust! Got the last table. Ordered some lamb dish. Started eating and the world melted away. Jokes aside,..."

Kelvin Andrews

"I have eaten at The Eatery about 25 times and have always enjoyed myself. The service is really good, the manager (Richard) looks after his customers..."

Christopher Mills

"We went for a quick mid week meal. The restaurant is cosy and the service is good. We both had burgers, which were tasty, but my biggest compliment..."

Coral Le Roux

"Popped in here for lunch last Sunday as we live down the road & had wanted to give it a try. We ordered the poppers, chicken wings and the Brie & fig..."

Megan Van Dyk

"This was one place we had been saying we were going to give a try and it had been long over due! Especially being steak lovers and all! Oh and..."

Gitan Naki

"The wife and I popped in for lunch. The place was empty though they did confirm that they are fully booked every evening.We both ordered..."

Eben Daniels

"Small and cosy so make sure you make a booking to avoid disappointment. Great steaks. Pork belly ribs lacked the smoky flavour that I was expecting...."

Food Ninja

"What can I say. Discovered this place by accident but I'm addicted. Best chilli poppers in Cape Town. What it lacks in floor space it makes up for in..."

Andrea Van Tonder

"Went with 10 of us on a special digs dinner with the girls in our lives. Brilliant burgers and milkshakes on the tuesday night special and to top it..."

JonJon Clark

"The Eatery has served as a reliable restaurant for hosting meetups and birthday events for years on end! With a lively vibe, beer and food specials..."

Niko Wezna

"This was a lovely restaurant experience. We half didn’t expect the play area to be there because it looks like a very “grown up” restaurant..."

Shalom P

"Loved the food. They honestly make amazing burgers here. I had a drink called sex on the deck and it was so..."

Rethabile Mothae

"Loved our lunch experience! Great burgers that are full of flavour! And a wonderful beer & burger special that is currently running at the..."

Abigail Petersen

"A great experience. Good food and our waitress was extremely beautiful, kind, and helpful. Definitely..."

Claim Mathieussika

"was served by excellence this evening- Queermafia 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🤞🏽🫰🏽 honestly, if you're not here for the positive energy..."

Jersey Thomas

"As I arrived, the owner welcomed me and walked me to my table. He was very friendly and gave me a short story about the place. Beautiful setup, and I..."

Liezel Redelinghuys

"The Eatery in Rondebosch is great place for families, kids and business lunch. Staff is very friendly and I have to say that they have great choice..."

Kresimir Korona

"Update review: Still great service and atmosphere at The Eatery. Kids enjoy the play area and the special kids menu/coloring sheet. On the food, I..."

Brendon Martens

"Best local restaurant in the area! Service is extremely attentive and their lunch club is super interesting and well executed. The owner Marius is an..."

brendan weaver

Woolworths Cafe

76/100 (312 ratings)

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"A little busy as it was lunch time, but we only waited about 15 minutes till we were seated. One of the best cups of cappuccino I've had in a very..."

Kudzai Sachikonye

"I think woolworths cafe is really nice if you want a light delicious meal, nothing too hectic. My personal favourites are the Cajun chicken burger as..."

Lisa Nyoka

"The best Chai Lattes in Cape Town - no, seriously! If you want to find out how good the Woolies Cafe is, just look at the line to get in. Although it..."

Emma Divaris

"At Cavendish this arvie to see Liam Nielson’s latest “The Commuter” (so-so) and with dinner waiting for me this evening I settled for..."

Lucille Byrnes

"You can never really go wrong with Woolworths Cafe. It’s a lovely place, great atmosphere, and good for a casual meeting. Huge fan of their soups..."

Urban Suave Bespoke

"Enjoyed myself.. I've always been a Spur Fan and never thought I'd find myself at Woolies Cafè!! Absolute delight.. service was great and it had..."

Kim

"Love their coffee. Really nice selection of different things to try on their menu. Their staff are friendly and check in often enough. Their portion..."

Michael Cheney

"This place is always busy. The staff is good and their food is amazing but then again Woolies everything is amazing. The Salmon trout sandwich Is..."

Zaahidah Adams

"I'd been here a couple of times and their chicken and mushroom pie was delicious and the chicken cheer bread was nice. I had a scone and a breakfast..."

Diana Bowen

"After work coffee with Shahieda (lunch too short for post holiday catch-up).Food - Smashed Avo Toast for me. Scone with jam and cream for..."

Emmerentia Du Plessis

"Surprisingly good if not a little inconsistent at times. I never imagined myself enjoying eating at a supermarket restaurant, but the clever people..."

Supervundu

"Always love a fresh tasty brunch from woolies cafe with a delicious coffee. I've never been disappointed and I go quite often. Staff is always..."

Nicole Andrews

"I do love Woolworths. Well the food side to be specific. And especially the food at their cafes. Such an inspired and creative menu... And delicious...."

Lottimac

"It's quite organic and I enjoyed that about woolies cafe. It is such a busy place and it's always full. It's family friendly. It has the normal cafe..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"One of my favourite cafes! I usually come here for breakfast and have to come in early on a weekend to get a table because it's quite popular and can..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Nothing beats a Woolies coffee when I am away from my own machine. Avo on LOW GI bread is a perfect start to the morning. Service is the best I have..."

Shamin

"For me any Woolies cafe is a default place to pop in for a quick meal when there are no obvious alternatives. You can trust the food quality. The..."

Adamhfuller

"As always the food was delicious (and this chocolate and pistachio cheesecake was no exception), however the service remains really slow and you have..."

Capetown_restaurants

"All I want to say is I love coming to this Woolies but like 3 times ive had the rudest waiter in the history of mankind. Im not a rude person but I..."

Lauren

"Although this Woolworths cafe gets super busy, their buffet is always wonderful. All the food is of typical Woolworths quality and the staff..."

Eleni

"This place is always packed. Quite a big 'branch' with plenty of seating. Popped in for a quick coffee and cake after shopping. Love that i can order..."

Simone Hasselbach

"Been for breakfast couple of times. Never disappointed. Might have to wait to be seated however especially during the weekends. Service can also get..."

Lenita Johan

"I absolutely love woolies coffee and their breakfast is always spot on. Their harvest table that they have at lunch is also fantastic (I especially..."

Jenna Rodd

"One of my favourite coffee shops to chill at. Really enjoyed the flourless chocolate and almond cake although it was a bit pricey for the small..."

Tanweer

"I find woolies cafes notoriously slow when it comes to service, but it's not bad at this branch. Lots of nice drinks and baked goods from which to..."

Francesca Favero

"I absolutely love their frosted lattes! Service varies according to which waiter you get, but usually they are accommodating if you're not brought..."

Ruqaya Gabier

"Popped in to get a takeaway white hot chocolate and a coffee. Quick and efficient and very friendly service. A great place to grab a drink and..."

Jana Van Rensburg

"Always uses the freshest of ingredients and maintains a high standard of the ingredients themselves. Thoroughly enjoy their house cake especially the..."

Sanelisiwe Sani Sibanyoni

"I usually come here just for the coffee. A short honey nut or gingerbread latte is enough to satisfy me. But, as the cheesecake fundi I am, I had to..."

Caryn Edwards

"I had the classic rotisserie chicken on white farmhouse bread and it was absolutely delicious. (I added honey glazed bacon to the sandwich)..."

Mosa Mashati

"Woolworths café lives up to the exceptional quality of the Woolworths brand. I love that they're always adding to their menu and improving on their..."

Meera Naik

"Woolworths cafe is one of my go to places for a cappu and a slice of baked sweetness. My favourites are the honey&nut or vanilla&cinnamon lattes,..."

Zanel

"Always a nice place to pop in, the freshly made juices are of special mention and the salad portions are very generous. Only downside is that they do..."

Robin Mahlangu

"Had a really great experience here. Although it was buzzing and packed to capacity, the food was impeccable! We waited a while to be seated..."

Minowrahvw

"Thank goodness for Woolies and this carries over into the their restaurant as well. The quality of their food is top notch and I particularly enjoy..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"I love Woolies Cafe for lunch or to grab a coffee on the way out of Cavendish.Everything on their menu is tasty and hearty. I like their..."

Chanel Pillay

"Visited for lunch yesterday. As a cheese lover I went as I heard about their cheese waffles that have been all the rave, so wanted to try them out..."

Megan João (Jacobs)

"Had the pesto mozerlla toasted flatbread and it was really yummy. Woolworths just never fails to provide you will some good old quality food. Reallly..."

JonJon Clark

"Woolies Cafe is always perfect for a warm treat on a cold day. I always enjoy their vanilla and cinnamon cappuccino. I am a bit disappointed that..."

Ashna Dayal

"All day brealfast palces is always a win. Had a lovely breakfast here last week. It was their second chance as the 1st time i went i was quite..."

Tabassum Smiley Aleem

"We hada very late lunch and opted for woolies because they never dissapoint and once again they lived up to the standard!! Food was done in a..."

Riani Deacon

"The food is delicious and exquisitely plated. Ordered the eggs benedict and it was just delicious. Service was very friendly. Honestly, I'd..."

Zohra

"Woolworths is basically my second home. You can always find me shopping my heart out in the retail and food sections. I'm a big fan of the cafe as..."

Ulisha Moodley

"Woolies cafe offers a great variety of all-day breakfasts. Delicious cheese & corn waffle option as apposed to just toast. Portions are generous..."

JotterJo

"Lovely! Lovely! Lovely! My bae had a Salad sandwich and I had a chicken sandwich and it was divine!! Great service, Amazing food! We would definitely..."

Mpilonhle KaMandlenkosi Vilakazi

"Woolies cafes are always winners and this one in upmarket Cavendish Mall is no exception. Every table occupied on a Saturday morning and people..."

Cleo

"Delicious wholesome food and the best cappuccinos ever. I had the hollandaise poached egg pan - quite rich, but oh so yum - and the boyfriend had the..."

Jessica Stromin

"Ordered this frosted latte on my way to go study! Exactly what I needed! It was so tasty and refreshing! It wasn't too sweet, and not too icy either!..."

Jodi King

"I always love going to a Woolies cafe because the food is so good and fresh. They have recently changed their menu and added some great items such as..."

Kirsty Donald

"Had their harvest table / buffet lunch recently and it was every bit as good as I remember it to be. Food is great, but service could be a bit more..."

Stephanie Venter

"I love Woolies. With all my heart I love their food, I love their innovative and brilliant food products, I love their deals, I love shopping there..."

Danica Astra Prout-Jones

"Great coffee, good food at relatively reasonable prices. As good as it gets for a mall coffee shop. Their consistency is commendable, although their..."

Bryan Vally

"Guys two words : Lunch Buffet. That's it - I'm done!Well apart from that there is a really cool vibe there.It's everything I love..."

Lee Lebotsa

"I rushed out of the house at 9am to catch a 2.5 hour movie. After that marathon my body was screaming for breakfast and Woolies Cafe came to mind...."

Dayi

"Who knew that the restaurant good old Woolies started would actually turnout to be fabulous! I recommend any soup in winter, anything from the..."

Tanya Venter

"A great spot with great food. Well presented, tasty and good service. Been here many times for the salad which you will see in my pictures below. I..."

Phillip Black

"This is my mom's favorite place to come for scrambled eggs on toast. The buffet is also delicious. I had a chicken burger today which was pretty..."

Charné

"I often meet my sister in law here. We always land up chatting for hours. Taking in the buzz environment & enjoying woolies' delicious coffee. Cake...."

Overcomingmom

"Beat after an afternoon of shopping? No problem, Woolies has you covered! Sit down at their lovely cafe for a quick coffee or delicious..."

Tasneem Jakoet

"What an excellent experience! Service was friendly and fast and the food was brilliant. Would highly recommend the bacon, mushroom and potato cake..."

Alice Scott

"Had lunch with a friend here, opted for a roast beef sandwich, and the infamous hazelnut latte MUST TRY if you're visiting. service is prompt the..."

Life With Leigh CT

"I love all Woolies cafes... The Claremont one is busy but has good service - excellent, healthy food choices which are fresh and well presented- the..."

Debbie Coulson

"I usually have the pasta's at Woolies but to my surprise, I quite enjoyed this simple meal. I had the Rotisserie chicken on a fresh baguette (wasn't..."

Vuyo Renene

"Always busy - especially on the weekend, if you want to go here for breakfast get here early! Food is delicious - the mushrooms on toast for brekkie..."

Jess Gamble

"The food is absolutely delicious, but always a bit of a waiting time for it to arrive at the table. Go here if you have an hour to get some lunch or..."

Dds.capetown

"I love popping in to woolies cafe after shopping up a storm. My favourite are their scones, which are always a big hit. Their muffins and sandwiches..."

Jess Styles

"After shopping around Cavendish the whole morning, my stomach was in need of some food. What better place to eat at then Woolies Cafè.As a..."

Jacqui Senekal

"Great Service and I enjoyed my Chicken Strips with French Fries, Tomato Sauce and a Coke Zero. I will definitely recommend..."

Matthew Stewart

"Very friendly and attentive service. Delicious coffee. Delicious, well-priced food. The corn and cheese waffle was..."

Liesl Prinsloo

"Wow ! Another good experience from woolworths food 🍲 fresh ,lovely and excellent service recieved from our waiter Brenda ... Keep it..."

shaun sangster

"A really great strong and good quality coffee served..."

Richard Morris

"I really appreciated the friendly and understanding service today...."

Alicia Gerald

"It's always a great time and the food tastes..."

Nqobile Ngcobo

"Excellent service and very accommodating. The food is freshly prepared offering a varied menu. Choose from the menu for lunch or select and dish your..."

Michelle Macleod

"Nice cafe with very nice food. It is also nice to go and get coffee and some lunch. It is more busy in the mornings but there are often a few people..."

Michael Lighton

"Have the free-range beef burger. Trust me. Just do it. Better than any burger joint I’ve been to. Haven’t tasted anything else on the menu..."

M E

"I love Woolworths I do all our shopping there.BUT I do hope they listen when I asked please put music lower. loud music is invasive.One can't think..."

Loretta Barnett

"Harvest table was incredible, but just quite pricey so just be careful when eyes become bigger than your stomach. Staff are friendly, although it can..."

Jarred Lambert

"What a pleasure it is to frequent Cavendish Squares’ coffee shop. Their staff is absolutely amazing, from the manager, Winston to the rest of the..."

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