"One of my favourite places for breakfast or lunch in Cape Town. Friendly staff, fresh tasty healthy wholesome meal options - the beautiful garden and..."
Kathy Branquinho
"I love everything about this quaint and vibrant café. Excellent food - the Salmon Eggs Benedict were to die for! Friendly service in a lovely..."
Nadine Carroll
"I usually don´t have favorites. But Cafe Starlings is my absolute favorite breakfast spot. The service is outstanding, not only friendly but also..."
Dennis Molewa
"We have been going to Starlings almost every weekend for breakfast for about 4 years and we absolutely love it. Consistently good food, friendly..."
James William King
"My Favourite Hidden Gem. I am amazed at the consistently excellent coffee, food and service. I think it is a real feat to be so consistent. My..."
Lisa Fullstone
"Best breakfast in the Southern Suburbs. Thank you for the amazing food, friendly service and beautiful setting. A gem in Cape..."
Linda Thompson
"It is certainly one of my favourite places, with amazing food and precious tranquil space. I do wish inside during winter time was a little..."
"A revelation.From street level you would not recognise this coffee shop.Exceptional breakfast abandoned coffee.Hidden away little..."
Clint Kildaire
"It was actually my first time there but all I can say there will be next time....The breakfast menu OMG it took me a little while to make up my..."
Xabiso Damba
"Good food. Excellent service. Amazing atmosphere. I would recommend this gem to..."
Leston Sylvester
"My all-time favourite coffee shop and second home. The cosy fire and warm welcome, pitched with great service and food, make it my "go to" and..."
Annette Miller
"Had an incredible breakfast here on Sunday.. staff accommodated unexpected extra guests arriving during peak time with ease, decently priced..."
Ian Bean MacLean
"Was there this morning for the first time and will definitely be back soon..."
Rolene Laing Ressel
"Best eggs benny I've ever had, and have never had anything else based on that fact. Great coffee...."
Brandon Holmes
"I miss you guys sooo much during the lock..."
Rene Gilham
"Starlings Cafe is one of those places that you just think about and go "ah"..I go there every few months and every time it just keeps..."
Dana De Barros
"What a dainty cafe!. Absolutely loved it. Had chicken livers with poached eggs. The chicken livers were juicy and tasty. Their portion was also quite..."
UThingolwenkosazana
"What an amazing hidden gem! Excellent service, good coffee and the most amazing chicken livers in all the land! One of my favorite breakfast/brunch..."
Damian
"I enjoyed the wonderful setting of this place. I enjoyed the freshness of the tea and the breakfast was delectable. I ordered the French toast..."
Mbo Sibanda
"Slightly cramped, but good service. Lovely place for a lunch date or tea and cake with a friend or loved one 😊 great vibe, just a limited on..."
Jacinta Hadskins
"Lovely morning at Starlings cafe sitting in the garden having breakfast! I had a cappuccino and my husband green tea. We had the poached eggs with..."
Jessy Da Silva
"Absolute treat of a place. Cannot fault anything. Food was perfect, service was impeccable and the venue is absolutely exquisite. My grand vegan meal..."
Candice Hemingway
"A fav!Other than being super busy, rightfully so, I cannot fault Starlings on anything. In the Summer you sit in the garden under a pear tree..."
Andile
"Absolutely delicious food, cosy atmosphere and lovely staff. Had the vegetable tart and it was divine. Cheese cake also to die for however a bit over..."
Gemma Scholtz
"What a cute spot! I'd been wanting to come here for quite some time as I'd always heard there was this secret garden cafe in the SoBurbs and I..."
Melanie Du Toit
"Am told that there is a hidden gem, turns out that this is a very popular cafe, hardly get any parking and seat. Mince curry on toast, what a heaven..."
Sibyl Wong
"A little hidden gem behind the hedge! Love their food and hot drinks, and love the quaint garden setting even more. It's a perfect spot for breakfast..."
Emma Divaris
"Absolutely love this place. Such great food and a lovely atmosphere, which is why getting a table can be super tricky, but well worth the wait...."
Nicholas_Jon_D
"Came for a brunch today and loved it. Very quaint and rustic with a nice atmosphere. Our waiter was nice and the food was great. I had the courgette..."
Colleen Kalimba
"I love the garden atmosphere at Starlings Cafe. They make a goooood Eggs Benedict & the coffee is great too. A perfect Saturday morning breakfast..."
Nina Formanek
"Good food. Great venue. Amazing ambiance. The cheese cake was amazing. Service was slightly inattentive, the turnaround time for food arrival was..."
Fazlur Phillips
"My absolute favorite place to go for breakfast, a light lunch or an incredible cup of coffee. The staff are great and see to it that you're checked..."
Michael Cheney
"I've been here once for a late breakfast with a friend. You'll want to make a reservation as it gets insanely busy. The staff are very friendly but..."
Jessica Semple
"Beautiful little restaurant, brilliant service, simple but delicious menu, had a great experience every time I’ve been here. Highly recommend it...."
Tim Nel
"Almost every aspect of this beautiful café makes it well worth a visit. The outside sitting area is highly recommended (weather-permitting), as you..."
Sarah Herrington
"They have a lovely outdoor setting. And food delicious. But they don't have a comprehensive beverage list and sometimes things turn out to be pricey...."
Ayabulea Tutuse
"Absolutely one of the best restaurants in all of Cape Town, situated just a stones throw away from home. This place has it all, quaint decor,..."
Chad Marks
"Came here after a recommendation by a friend. Had to follow the sound of clinking cutlery as there is no sign indicating the cafe. Love the homey..."
D
"Starlings is one of my favorite breakfast spots in the Southern suburbs! It's hidden behind a hedge in Belvedere road and street parking is a bit of..."
Lauren Niekerk
"The menu is alright - often have the mince and eggs for breakfast. Good coffee and cakes. Atmosphere is alright, but it's a bit of a nightmare..."
Supervundu
"Best spot to eat in the Southern Suburbs! From breakfast to lunch everything is perfect! Beautiful decor and garden area. Always will come back to..."
Tupac Shakur
"Lunch with Shalina :)Hidden gem in Claremont, you'll walk past it without knowing it.Great selection of lunch times treats, will definitely..."
Emmerentia Du Plessis
"Love love love.We ended up here after asking google for breakfast spots close to us. Starlings was in walking distance, and I had seen some..."
Sara Lohmaier
"I always enjoy visiting Starlings. Food is always very good and the sweet treats are to die for! Staff are friendly. Service is good. Atmosphere is..."
Gina Botha
"With an outside area from Alice in Wonderland, amazing service and fantastic food, Starlings whisked my wife and I away on a fantastic journey...."
Casey Lange
"I didn't even know this amazing little spot existed until I took my better half there for a meeting. Such a cute little cafe serving up tea in..."
Claire Victoria Henderson
"Absolutely wonderful place! Such a quaint setting with a very laid back atmosphere. It was so busy we had to wait for a table. It was definitely..."
Claire Atkinson
"Tried breakfast at starlings in claremont. Nice and cosy on this monday morning. Service always friendly. Manager/ owner always welcoming. Had..."
Saf1
"Since my original review I have been back to Starlings Cafè. I didn’t really enjoy it the first time around but my friend wanted to try it...."
Allan Moita
"As someone who is forever on the hunt for the perfect burger, this one from @starlingscafe was one of the best. A simple beef burger with aioli,..."
Capetown_restaurants
"Tranquil outdoor seating area with lovely trees and plants. Hot drinks served in la creuset crockery is a very nice touch. Service was a little bit..."
Hamish McCready
"A friend suggested we come here for a little lunch during the week. We sat outside, it was lovely. The staff were friendly and the service was..."
Nicola Slyper
"I finally got a chance to visit this picturesque spot for breakfast! The setting is very simple and so stunning. We had to wait a while..."
Fatima Abrahams
"Awesome atmosphere and amazing staff. Although the portion of the salad was amazing, u felt that my burger was pathetic, especially for the..."
Gabriel Stein
"Favourite breakfast spot in the Southern Suburbs. Lovely environment, great food, and great service. Sometimes they can be a little full, but I've..."
Mishka Latib
"My absolute favourite breakfast spot in Cape Town. The poached eggs are always perfection. Sitting out in the garden is always such a treat too. It..."
Jenna Rodd
"My favorite breakfast joint. The vibe is truly refreshing and something you want to be around early in the morning. The food is always timely and..."
Janine Thomas
"Fantastic. Never knew it was there. Fantastic eggs Benedict. Good service, lovely decor and ambiance. Couldn't get a seat in the garden so will be..."
Elzanne
"So good! Yummy food, lots of veggie vibes, lots of goodness. Beautiful garden and friendly service. So much still to try on the menu. I'll be back...."
Popsi
"Always great service and yummy treats. my favourite is the almond flourless cake. Hidden gem 😊 can be quite full at times and you have to be put..."
Ruqaya Gabier
"A 20 minute wait to get a table at 11:00 am mid week tells it all!! And the fact that there's no signage outside! From the welcoming FOH to the..."
Gert Hofhuis
"Fantastic atmosphere and great vibe. Loved the food, service was excellent as well. A definite must for anyone who is in Claremont, Cape..."
Shaheel Garach
"Went for breakfast this morning after looking on zomato for a nice place to try. Great coffee, rocking eggs Benedict, top notch French toast and..."
Dayne Williams
""Awesomeness" just describes this place.....definitely a hidden Gem, when u come to CT please make sure u stop by. Food is yummmmyyyyy!!!! Service is..."
Kgothatso
"Great food, attentive and friendly staff, off street parking, awesome place to visit! This is truly the hidden gem it was portrayed as and I'm glad I..."
Hano Jordaan
"Extremely cute hidden gem. The restaurant itself and garden is beautifully maintained and has a real summer feel to it. The food is more expensive..."
Tanweer
"A hidden Breakfast Gem! A real serendipity in a low frequency road of franchises and small industry. It's definitely a leafy suburbs housewife haunt,..."
Andrew Raeburn
"very very cute spot & beautiful setting, wow (totally love it actually). i ordered the Thai green chicken curry with cauliflower rice(which was..."
Sanelisiwe Sani Sibanyoni
"We got to starlings around 12pm which for me was a bummer because it was time for lunch so no more breakfast menus! (I thought they served all day..."
Mosa Mashati
"Always have a great time at starling. The breakfast menu is limited but exceptional. The eggs benedict are so good. The chicken livers taste homemade..."
Tabassum Smiley Aleem
"Love Starlings. Food is always consistently yummy. There is a bit of a wait for a table some morning sue to how busy they are, but service is..."
Mishka
"Excellent choice of restaurant for breakfast or lunch. This place is very popular and can get rather busy and noisy. The venue is lovely though with..."
Barbara Ann Hall
"Been here for breakfast a few times. Excellent coffee, beautiful setting outside in the garden and fantastic food! Portion sizes are nice and big,..."
MattJBlack3
"Absolutely delicious food - my favourite meal being the mushroom risotto - and a lovely, relaxing little garden to sit in, tucked away from the..."
Julia Van Der Riet
"having been there a few times in the past this was my first in over a year, my friends tammy and ingrid loved to go here but since they left cape..."
Mbaki Wotho
"Lovely spot for some breakfast/brunch. Quaint and idyllic cafe with helpful staff, who manage to cope even on a busy weekend morning. Cute and chic..."
Scarlett
"I absolutely love the atmosphere and warmth this cafe has with lovely decor inside and stunning outside area. I told my friends to try this place and..."
Jyotika Joy Chauhan
"This hidden café is 300m from my place, I've passed there a million times and only recently found out it's Starlings. I heard good things about it..."
Elle Mbadaliga
"I have only positive things to say about this restaurant. My brother and I arrived early to make sure we got a table (definitely a good decision as..."
Danieljake
"First time at Starlings this morning, for breakfast in the sunshine. The place was absolutely packed to the brim, and is clearly a local favourite. I..."
Nicol Miller
"I always look forward to going to Starlings. I know my breakfast or lunch is going to be delicious, and I know the service will be solid and..."
Johnny Jol
"Difficult to go wrong when popping in here for a bite, be it breakfast or lunch. Great fresh ingredients & run by people that really care and have..."
Diane Forster
"Lovely garden seating and delicious food! Frances and I shared a yummy wrap followed by cake. The chocolate cake was good, not the best I've tasted..."
Stephanie Courtnage
"You can't get much better than Starlings! This place it literally a hidden gem. Deliciousness is found beyond the green hedges that you might..."
Theodora Lee
"Starlings is an awesome little spot in Claremont - whether you're inside or seated in their gorgeous garden, you are site to enjoy yourself. Their..."
Catherine
"All we can say is WOW! Starlings Cafe is a beautiful hidden gem, with great service, great coffee and amazing food! This quaint cafe has a..."
Taste_buds_sa
"Tucked away little spot in Claremont, and it is such a gem. Great service and fresh food. It can get busy but going early for breakfast over the..."
Chetna Black
"Very few places get a great rating for breakfast from me. It's not something that one can really mess up - bacon and eggs simple. But somehow..."
Kendall Law
"This little gem never seems to disappoint. We sat in the garden, it was such a great atmosphere. everyone was highly attentive and the service is..."
Lukeconorbolton
"Sterlings is a really cool place , it's open area is perfect for summer but on a coldish morning the glass doors make it worth staying inside while..."
Raees Wazar
"Starlings is such a cute little rustic spot a bit difficult to find but worth it. My mom and I had a great breakfast there. The cappuccinos were good..."
Chanel Pillay
"Starlings is a cute little spot that offers wholesome food. I've had their chicken Thai green curry which was delicious and their orange cake. The..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Starlings is one of my favorite places to eat. They offer fresh and flavoursome meals that are truly to die for. The fact that they have such quirky..."
Rachel
"Had a one of the best chicken wraps I have yet tasted for lunch today and my mom had their salmon quiche, which she found to be a bit too rich. We..."
Sasha Vaughan
"This restaurant is so well hidden that you almost don't see it, and once you do, it doesn't look like much. Yet, as you step through it's doors, the..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"This enchanting cafe is a wonderful spot for a relaxed breakfast with friends. Their red cappuccino, chai tea and hot chocolate are my favourite hot..."
Deee
"Why has it taken so long for me to go try Starlings?? If you haven't been just look out for a massive hedge and they will be hiding behind..."
Zanel
"One of my FAVOURITE coffee shops - the best kept Cape Town secret behind the hedge! Their food blows my mind every time - my favorites include their..."
Lauren Kim
"Definitely my favorite breakfast spot thus far! The restaurant has a cosy feel to it with both a homely inside ,and a scenic outside seating area. We..."
Kriyanka Naidoo
"Hidden from first glance, this restaurant is definitely worth a second look. From its tranquil water feature, to its outside garden area, the mood..."
Shaneil Moodley
"Definitely my favourite place to go for Eggs Benedict. The cappuccinos are delicious followed by a generous portion of hollandaise sauce to go with..."
Chloë
"this is a go to for a light breakfast or quick coffee. its a quaint restaurant found between loads of shrubbery along an unexpected little road in..."
Waseem Dawood
"Nestled away behind an unassuming house one enters through a hole in a wall into a secret garden. Wonderful breakfasts and friendly service. I almost..."
Chesney Boshoff
"Absolutely amazing. This place is Def a hidden gem. It doesn't even look like a restaurant from the outside. Service was great and the food was even..."
Cptboytjie
"I've always loved Starlings. I can't think of a better way to spend an afternoon than in the Starlings Cafe courtyard, sipping on one of their..."
Mikaela
"Decided to try Starlings for breakfast this morning . They were very busy and we waited around 10 minutes to be seated but the service was great,we..."
Kerissa Naidoo
"Out favourite breakfast spot without a doubt. Always back for more. Great food because of great ingredients. Amazing friendly staff, just need to..."
Lynn
"A quiet, yet vibey little place hidden away in the beautiful streets of Claremont. Food is super yummy. Breakfast chicken livers are a perfect..."
Lara
"Starlings café is a little gem tucked away behind a hedge. Had a lovely Sunday breakfast here this morning. The only juice that they were serving..."
Meera Naik
"I heard about this place hidden away in kenilworth/Claremont that make great coffee and breakfast, so decided to give it a try.At first we..."
Trevor Pols
"Incredible service, lovely food and the most beautiful setup! Every time I have been here I have left with a happy heart and a satisfied stomach...."
Jessica Hazell
"Went here with my friend for breakfast and got simple scrambled eggs on rye which was very tasty! They give you a big potion of eggs at a very good..."
Nicola Kotze
"I visited Starlings last week on the public holiday Monday, it was packed! Parking was a nightmare but once I was in it was lovely. We had a nice..."
Teresa Ulyate
"When my mother said she had never been to Starlings, I knew I had to take her. I have been taking fellow Actors, Comedians, friends and family to..."
Sunil Osman
"Popped into Starlings for a quick bite to eat yesterday morning! As always the food was good and the service was very friendly. Unfortunately they..."
Nic Hern
"This tucked away restaurant and coffee shop is an absolute gem!!The barrister has amazing coffee, beat in the area by far!!Their food is..."
StuieMic
"Starlings is an absolute gem! Absolutely everything about my experience there was fantastic, from the ambience and service to the food and tea...."
Brent Allan Black
"Oh wow, this place is a gem in the middle of residential area, I would never expected a cafe there as I drove pass it so many time! There is no..."
Hannah T3
"Great service and friendly staff. A gem hidden away. Food was great and received exactly what we ordered. I would recommend this cute little..."
Paul Gregory
"Visited for an early morning weekend breakfast! The atmosphere in this quaint little spot is really buzzy, service quick and attentive, and the..."
Heath Webb
"No signage and hidden behind a cute little water feature, honestly we felt like we were walking into a strangers house, that's until we were greeted..."
Peter
"Parking is a bit of a schlep but this truly is a hidden little gem. Pretty courtyard setup with friendly staff. Had the eggs benedict followed by the..."
Simone Hasselbach
"Unequivocally the best breakfast spot in the Southern Suburbs. Always a pleasant experience eating a special eggs Benedict in the outside area...."
BT
"A really great spot for breakfast in the southern suburbs! The outside area is a fairytale garden scene and it's beautiful to sit there on a sunny..."
Lauren Waller
"Edit: i had the chicken wrap and it was by FAR the best wrap I've had in a long time. There was so much chicken and the pesto sauce was just..."
Charné
"This place is the most gorgeous hidden paradise I've had the fortune of going to. Service is both friendly and helpful coupled with healthy food and..."
Ross Michael Trow
"The best place to sit in Starlings is in the courtyard. It is beautiful with flowers and trees all around you. The waiters/waitresses are pretty..."
Hershey Kiernan
"I decided to pop into Starlings during the week - early morning, to avoid the crazy rush. I've always wanted to visit. I had the Eggs Benedict with..."
Kim Stavropoulos
"Yum yum breakfast time, loving my eggs benny at starlings in the garden - and what a perfect summery morning ♡ one of my most favourite breakfast..."
Jami Priessnitz
"Exceptional breakfast in a picturesque setting served by a friendly & competent team of people! Generous portions, deliciously fresh & tasty nosh...."
JotterJo
"I have always loved starlings for breakfast. The garden setting is great for a summer morning and the seating inside is cosy and warm. The service..."
Jaynisha Patel
"This hidden gem remains one of Cape Town's best sources of deliriously rich chocolate cakes, light and airy orange chiffon cakes, and other delicious..."
Jenna Espley-Jones
"We had a great experience at Starlings. There was about 8 of us. We got a seat in the courtyard. Service was pretty on point. The food was great...."
Suitcases And Lattes
"Hidden behind a hedge in Rondebosch, Starlings is a real gem, with good food and great coffee! The portions are generous too - especially that of the..."
Saarah Survé
"This is my absolute favourite breakfast spot. Food is consistently amazing and the setting is perfect winter or summer. Its always packed for a..."
Saadiqah**
"All time favourite breakfast spot. Saadiqah** and I absolutely love it. Never been disappointed. Oooonly recent thing is the coffee, is it Origin or..."
Aashiqlatief
"I love visiting this restaurant when I am in Cape Town. They have such a healthy menu and every meal I have had has been divine. I had the chicken..."
Laura-kim Le Roux
"As always Starlings never fails to come up to expectations! The quirky ambiance, the helpful and attentive staff, and the menu that is not your..."
Christine Buchanan
"Without a doubt one of my favourite spots in Cape Towns southern suburbs. Lovely garden breakfast spot; exceptional coffee; and owners who really..."
Lindsey Rayner
"Very busy brunch period on the last day of the year. Staff were very accommodating despite the lack of open tables. Excellent service. Lovely..."
Jessica Barraclough
"Best iced coffee I've had in a long time, and love that you can create your own breakfast. Make sure you get a table outside - beautiful garden..."
Jess Gamble
"If I could I would give Starlings 6 out of 5. Wonderful setting, coffee and service. The only downside was the lack of signage outside - we couldn't..."
Vaughan Coulson
"Lovely breakfast spot tucked away in the busy Belvedere Road. Service can be a bit slow when they are busy. Be prepared to wait as they do not take..."
Kristen George
"The Pros- Excellent food. Wraps are fresh and very tasty.- Outside shaded seating is great for a warm summer day.- Well priced @ R205..."
Wynand Viljoen
"The setting - a beautiful, simplistic home with outside seating in a lush garden is a pleasant surprise in the middle of a suburb. The food is superb..."
Lynsay Sampson
"I was standing in my friend's kitchen complaining how I hadn't yet found a great eggs benedict in Cape Town, when both her and her roommate just..."
Rachel
"I thought that it was brilliant. Lovely scenary and good quality food. However one of my friends had her poached eggs over cooked and the sponge cake..."
Emma
"We had a late lunch in this amazing place, by all accounts the risotto, green curry, aubergine bake and chicken kebab were amazing, but the..."
Jeannette Louise Allison
"Consistently excellent quality of both breakfast and lunch menu offerings. Breakfast portions can be a little on the small side but you can taste..."
Laura Bergh
"Lovely garden spot. If I remember correctly, they cater for gluten free. My favourite time to go is lunchtime. Simple food, pleasant..."
Claire Shaban
"Never had a bad meal here. The food takes a while but is oh so worth it. There is no sign outside so it is a bit hidden. Trust me. Find it!!!..."
YouAteThat
"Great little place to have lunch (or breakfast.. But beware, they do not poach eggs to order. It's soft or nothing). The food is good and the garden..."
Foodster CT
" Majestic atmosphere. Very cool set up with good tasting coffee and a simple but scrumptious menu. French toast with bacon is amazing! Defs worth..."
JonJon Clark
"STARLINGS (Claremont, CT) |☆☆☆☆| 4.2Im just the average food lover on an adventure to find The Best Eggs Benedict & Coffee Combo..."
The Beard Knows Best (BKB)
"Delicious reasonably priced food with excellent service . This cafe will have me as a regular for a long time , and remains a perfect breakfast treat..."
James Bezuidenhout
"Once you've had one Starlings breakfast, you will find yourself constantly craving their most incredible scrambled or poached eggs. My absolute..."
Claudia Penny
"Absolutely love Starlings! We have started frequenting it about once a week - and the waiter now knows our orders off by heart and exactly how we..."
Esna Beattie
"The food was simple and very tasty. I loved the breakfast I had. Very quaint, lovely set-up. A nice place to go for a 'cutesy' breakfast..."
Ceiran Megan Vd Westhuizen
"I love Starlings. It is my go-to breakfast place on a Sunday morning, and it always delivers! I've tried nearly everything on the menu but my..."
Jessica Stromin
"The perfect location for a coffee date, a beautiful hidden little spot; and the food is lovely. Just note that Starlings does not pay it's waiters,..."
Saskia
"Love love love this place! Their orange chiffon cake is light and delicate. Food is fresh and service is good! Will always make time to..."
Lisa
"Gorgeous venue. Superb menu. Wonderful staff. I would absolutely recommended this eatery to anyone I know. The southern suburbs needs more places..."
Nikki Lincoln
"One of my favorite little gems, just around the corner from me. It's a nice place to relax (get a little sun in their garden) grab a light meal and..."
Tiyaarah Cloete
"Hidden behind an impressive hedge with no signage, you're in danger of missing it altogether. Great breakfast options, and poached eggs and..."
Dale Bedford
"Such a great little hidden place to go for breakfast! My boyfriend and I went for breakfast on a Wednesday morning and it was pretty full! We thought..."
Robyne Stephenson
"Starlings is such a wonderful hidden gem. If you feel like a nice little lunch/breakfast or fantastic piece of cake, it is a super spot. I..."
Kelly Rae Gifford
"It wonderful when someone can take an ordinary plain residential building and turn it into something quite special, with ordinary furniture and a..."
Angus
"Best eggs Benny in CT! The iced chai latte a must have. Awesome staff and homely atmosphere. Wouldn't go anywhere else! Spring is here and the garden..."
Nbebentley
"Orange chiffon cake to die for. Hasn't been available recently though. Banting options good. Bit pricey Very friendly staff. My favorite local..."
Lutfiav
"What a great little spot. I had the risotto for lunch, followed by a slice of the chocolate cake. This place is honestly amazing. Good food, cosy..."
Gabrielle Meyers
"This is probably my favourite spot in Claremont. The coffee is delicious, the food tasty and the service on point. I frequent this place for their..."
Jeremy Jenkin
"This is a hidden gem. They have a simple menu but the food is outstanding. It's a bit out of the way for us otherwise I'd go more often. Really nice..."
Brandon Ellse
"Amazing divine fresh homemade food. So enjoyed the setting in the secret garden. Had a lovely double expresso americano with 2 perfectly poached eggs..."
Amy Blaine
"The hedged front yard belies the cosy, warm and inviting interior. The secret garden (as we named it) has a wonderful air about it. The food is fresh..."
Coral Le Roux
"From the unexpected and hidden gem spectrum. Food is very good healthy and maybe a bit too self conscious. The pricing is steep, service..."
Michael Collins
"Ready for a Tim Noakes approved; Rhondebosh Alice in Wonderland treasure hunt, hipster garden tea party! Starlings is a popular hidden gem that..."
Georgie Lockwood
"Lovely little hidden gem with a beautiful outside area. Great breakfast, coffee and chocolate cake. It's never too early for chocolate cake..."
Huw Richard Forbes Jones
"Starlings is a real little unexpected stumble-upon treasure-trove between Rondebosch and Claremont. From outside, it looks rather plain and..."
Jana Lorraine Pretorius
"Super cute hidden gem! I absolutely love this place. Great coffee, breakfast and setting! A definite girly-date-must! It's always packed so get there..."
MelbourneLops
"A catch up with the ladies? Lunch with your friends? Birthday celebrations? Starlings is the place to go. Although the prices aren't low it's..."
Nicky
"This is one of my most favorite breakfast spots in Cape Town. I love how it is decorated and I love sitting outside in the garden. The staff are..."
Lori Claire Cape
"While Starlings serves the best coffee in the Southern Suburbs and their food is absolutely delicious the space is way too small and the staff are..."
Instaeatscapetown
"Starlings is the best! They have my favorite breakfast ever, poached eggs and salmon and I love that you can add tomatoes and mushrooms too..."
Adri
"You will most likely have to wait for a table, but it's worth it. The courtyard is adorable and I much prefer it to sitting inside (which can be..."
Jenny Sarah Coulson
"What a fantastic discovery...quite by accident, after the restaurant we were supposed to go to nearby, was closed.thanks zomato for the useful info..."
Daniel
"So i parked my car and started to follow the breakfast smell ..if you have been here before it would be needless for me to tell you...I ended up..."
Olivia Carolissen
"This is one those spots to keep on your regular pop in places; whether a quick breakfast, lazy lunch or afternoon tea.Delicious, simply..."
Lauren Arendse
"I just couldn't wait to write my review. First time at Starlings cafe and it is absolutely amazing! It's an enchanted little gem and not to even..."
Jemal
"Home away from home! This gorgeous restaurant serves delicious home-cooked meals in big portions. I recommend you sit in the garden, under the trees,..."
Kate Coulson
"Starlings is one of those old faithful spots that you know will always be good. I love the decor and the place is always vibey. The food is delicious..."
Catherine Steere
"This hidden gem is basically invisible from the road but once you find it and get inside you are treated to a great experience. The ice coffee will..."
Ryan Mulders
"Definitely one of my fave breakfast/brunch places in Cape Town. Fresh ingredients and great combinations make this place a winner every time !..."
Brendan Pramjee
"Top breakfast spot, delicious food, lovely outside seating area, breakfast date heaven! Great pastries to top off any one of their delicious meals....."
Tiger Bax
"Divine little breakfast spot! Beautiful to sit outside in the garden on a sunny morning & lovely, cosy inside for those colder days. Delicious,..."
Foodhunter
"Don't expect quick service, but expect what you order to be worth the wait. Every time. You go to Starlings for the experience so I can't imagine why..."
Megan Thomas
"I went for breakfast and ended up eating a slice of the most amazing Orange chiffon cake...paired with the perfect Cappachino it made my day. ill..."
Heather Charnock
"Firstly,the place had no name on it...and therefore we drove past the place😂we managed to find parking in the busy Belvedere Road but the venue..."
Shahima August
"Super cute little cafe... Perfect for a relaxed lunch with a friend or some afternoon tea! I had their salmon tart with a side salad that was..."
Sydne Beaumont
"Wow, what an amazing little place! It was crazy busy buy the food and service was top class! I have already recommended Starlings to my friends!..."
Ashley Young
"This little place was well worth the drive from Seapoint. It's not easy to find, being cunningly camouflaged behind a thick green hedge! We sat in..."
Lisa Botha Gibbon
"An absolute gem! Can't believe i never knew about this place and I live down the road. Had such a refreshing breakfast here (see pic). The pesto was..."
Gitan Naki
"The outdoor section was great even on this chilly autumn day. I had the fried egg, Parmesan and basil pesto with sourdough and 2 flat whites ?- it..."
Zulfah Albertyn
"What an absolutely charming little spot! The Starling Cafe is the definition of a hidden gem - unassuming entrance, but quaint interior and gorgeous..."
Christine M
"Fantastic hidden gem. Parking may be a bit tricky for the newbie but once you step into the cozy setting, smell that great coffee and sample their..."
Edgar Lutaaya
"Great garden setting. Great service. Fantastic food and coffee (Origin, of course). A definite must, whether it's for breakfast or lunch! ..."
Maria Christodoulou
"What a divine little place!! This is the perfect setting for a lovely breakfast as the little garden is so peaceful! A friend and i came through for..."
Robyn Rainier
"a great setting in a hidden house that does not even look like a restaurant. friendly wait staff that serve good food. i had the livers with..."
Tim Sibben
"Lovely quaint restaurant. Although I've only ever had breakfast there, I've heard that everything is great. Try their tall orange cake. It's made by..."
Michele Fry
"This quirky restaurant based in Claremont is one worth visiting. The breakfasts are to die for. The food is good quality and the portions are rather..."
Danielle Schwormstedt
"I absolutely love this little spot! The back garden is so quaint and is the perfect spot for a quick cup of tea and a catch up or a long leisurely..."
Tanya Heathcote
"I had heard of starlings cafe so many times but somehow never managed to get there. You know, it being in the other end of the earth if you are from..."
Michelle Parkin
"Excellent coffee coupled with good food and attentive service ... If you wanting to chill with friends and need a good catch up session this is the..."
Shamera Daniels
"Repeated visits to Starlings have convinced me to abandon my quest to explore all of Cape Town's breakfast spots as this place is simply unbeatable!..."
Bryan Vally
"An awesome spot for a chilled afternoon lunch with the girls. Great coffee and delicious salads. Their vanilla Chiffon Cake is to die for! Actually..."
Emily Kate Smith
"Perfect hidden gem. I keep coming back to this spot. If you are looking for a relaxed spot with a bit of a twist then this is the place. You're..."
Natasha Kim Dreyer-Coleman
"Starlings gives new meaning to 'hidden' gem - I didn't even see a sign for it from the road, and the entrance is rather odd and dingy. However, once..."
Tarryn Bento
"Best breakfast place I have ever been to...the service was fantastic.They treated us like gold.The food was scrumptious and I love that they source..."
Jess Douglas
"Always a great breakfast spot that we’re bound to visit when the folks are in town. We recently tried their carb free bread and it is..."
Jager Sisters
"If you're looking for an elegant, healthy lunch spot in the Southern Suburbs, this is it. Delicious coffee, tasty baked goods and a pretty garden add..."
Nick BG
"Starlings is a gem tucked away in the suburbs. The menu is "efficient", but leaves all tastes catered for (Banting included). Food does take a while,..."
Kyle Kapital
"The orange chiffon cake from Starlings is just about my favourite thing ever! But that's not to say that everything else in this amazing cafe isn't..."
Kate McLean
"Delicious food on a limited menu but something for everyone. Banting meals available and really yummy. Gorgeous to sit outside in the garden - inside..."
Dawn Gottgens
"Such a pretty little tea place. I've had everything from burgers to eggs Benedict and tea and I've never been disappointed. Also, for a sweet tooth,..."
Sarah-Lee Tinney
"My favourite breakfast spot in CT. Quirky, Alice-in-Wonderland garden with strange wait staff, ridiculously delicious food, intentionally mismatched..."
Doron Dusheiko
"Great hidden gem. Coffee well made on a 2group la Marzocco GB/5. Menu succinct but varied enough to be interesting, JUST enough..."
FoodQueen
"Cute little cosy venue.. perfect for summer days or the winter months. Had the most delicious chocolate cake today, and my friend had the delicious..."
RhiannonForlee
"A nice place with an easy menu . Please not that they don’t serve alcohol heheh ..was hoping for a mimosa with my meal .
The food was nice and the..."
levy legodi
"Very cosy. The outdoor area is very relaxing with a mixture of sun & shade streaming through the trees. Indeed a charming place to meet for a cuppa..."
Toni Cooke
"Gorgeous garden area making for a wonderful little escape in suburbia. Good and coffee where great.
There's no signage on the road so you going to..."
Alastair Mason
"Life is better with coffee and breakfast under the trees at Starlings. This small restaurant is exceptionally popular, so don't be too surprised if..."
Hein De Vries
"A secret garden with an idyllic setting and good food. If nobody told you about the place, you might not even see it. Perfect for a tea time treat or..."
Lindie White
"You can park at the entrance of the restaurant, but it's narrow and there's not enough space, so park by the side of the road. The food is delicious..."
Ok-Geum Kwon
"An old favourite, a little gem in the suburbs with the shaded outside area offering the correct mix of dappled shade and sunshine, while you sip of..."
Naseema Barday
"This place is 10/10. One of the best burgers I have ever had and the side salad was amazing. It is a great setting, good service, and great value...."
Mark Stillerman
"The service was not so good, the latte was amazing, the food was ok I different like the sauce though smelled too much of eggs ,I think they should..."
Dieketseng Ellen Mpolokeng-Makatsa
"Well done to the owner and team. They’ve done a great job, customer service is awesome, a little bit slow. The look and feel is fresh. The quality..."
Stefan Green
"Absolutely beautiful little hidden Gem. It feels like you are sitting in an enchanted forest. They were very accommodating to my diabetic needs. They..."
Stash Schenck
"Love, love, love the garden setting at Starlings! Great coffee, smoothies, and baked treats 😁 Winter months spent indoors while the fire is going..."
Bryn Lake
"A beautiful hidden gem, started off with the berry smoothie, it was super thick and delicious and I ordered the French toast- there were two options,..."
Mpho Makhetha
"Great experience all round! Loved the outdoor section under trees. Food was fresh and delicious. Great service. Great coffee. Will be back soon for..."
Dan Stillerman
"The atmosphere is amazing. I could listen to the birds tweeting and the environment is really calm and cosy. The service was absolutely brilliant. I..."
Camila Beatriz
"Lovely vibe and great staff! Stopped by for a quick coffee catch-up with a friend and ended up having a super yummy chicken mayo toastie too...."
Vicki Boyes
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