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Bardelli's

83/100 (2448 ratings)

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"Hadn't been here in about 4 years, so decided to make a booking and revisit an old favorite. From the time I made that call and spoke to Grant, the..."

Sunil Osman

"A romantic but casual setting with great management and even better food. we were seated near the fireplace which was super romantic as my hubby and..."

Karen Mawdsley Macaskill

"Wow what a great find! Excellent food, excellent service and an ambience to die for. This will definitely become a regular hangout for..."

Chantelle Van Eyk Meyer

"Delicious! We went there for the first time last night for my boyfriend’s birthday. What an all-round 5 star experience! The best pizza I’ve..."

Andrea Johnson

"Some of the most tasty food in the whole southern front of South Africa! Unique recipe and excellent friendly staff would highly recommend..."

Kent Wynne

"My husband and I had our first date there. Its one of our favourite restaurants. Love the friendly homey feel, and the food is amazing whether its..."

Cherith O'Connor

"Thanks for the great pizzas and warm friendly service that makes for a cosy dinner or take aways. Keep it..."

Linda Thompson

"Our local pizza place. We're lucky to have the best so close! Great pizza, pasta, lasagna and..."

Barend Potgieter

"Sitting waiting for a take away, and Phillip, is spinning something crazy, but on it. Thanx..."

Mark BearHug Painter

"My husband and I love Bardellis. The food is really outstanding and the service is great. I wasn’t the type of person that would order pasta at a..."

Lindi Waugh

"The BEST Italian restaurant in Cape Town. Jenni the waitress is incredible and the vibe is so romantic and homey. Such an amazing experience. The..."

Chelsea Tucker

"Went for dinner in Friday 1st February 2019 and ordered a Papa G large pizza, absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was great and the service was..."

Diane Meyer

"This is a local spot close to home and I can honestly say that they have one of the best Pizza's in Cape Town. The owners great, there's a nice..."

Ciaran

"Fanatic service from William. Quick service and chilled romantic setting for those sitting at the restaurant. Pizza was truly delicious. I’ll..."

Linda Thompson

"This restaurant has a homely feel to it and offers guests an intimate dining experience. I love the courtyard section. They also offer guests..."

Food Guru Snapper

"To be honest, i’ve only ever had the Creme Brûlée, but I must say it was AMAZING. Probably one of the best in Cape town (so they claim) plus I..."

Mish-al Ebrahim

"I was splendidly surprised by Bardellis. The service was good and the atmosphere assisted in making it a lovely evening with friends. The pizza!..."

Jastelle E. Hugo

"Beautiful thin crusted pizzas, interesting lasagnes, and fantastic creme Brule.Bardelli's offers some great specials and an intimate setting...."

Jess Abrams

"Went there for a friends birthday. Lovely atmosphere and very friendly staff. Service was quite good. The portions of pasta and pizza serve a decent..."

Priyanka Harry

"The food was great, the staff were very friendly and the vibe was nice and cosy. I'd definitely recommend them for a date night. Their..."

Lukhanyo Maseti

"Some of the best gluten free pizzas around. No carb free pizzas available but the gluten free are great. Really good prices too. A large selection of..."

Rayne Alexander

"Amazing food and very friendly staff after a long ultra marathon was tired and hungry the restaurant opens at 6 I called at 5:15 and they were happy..."

Darshan Parekh

"We don't often go for dinner but as our dinner thing, we often come here and order our favourite pizza and dessert. We are both vegetarian..."

Susanna Yang

"Really lovely dining experience. Our food was super tasty, delivered quickly and the staff were exceptional. I had the seafood lasagne which I can..."

Meg Ringdal

"Hadn't been here in about 4 years, so decided to make a booking and revisit an old favorite. From the time I made that call and spoke to Grant, the..."

Sunil Osman

"One of better Italian restaurants in the Southern Suburbs. The staff as well as the owner Grant, is extremely warm and welcoming and service is..."

Nicol Miller

"Came here as part of a big group and the restaurant handled it well. Our food all came promptly and was of a good quality. I especially like the..."

Charné

"We love to support the restaurants in our hood and this one has been around for so long, it's become an institution. Located on Kenilworth road, the..."

JotterJo

"Love coming here. My favorite little spot right on my doorstep and I've always enjoyed the service and fresh cooked food I've eaten here...."

Janine Groep

"A reliable old favourite. Amongst the top few pizzas in Cape Town, offering many options from plain and simple to wild and exotic toppings. Also..."

Johnny Jol

"Arguably, the best pizza in Cape Town! The variety, quality and wafer thin bases are a winner! Homely interior/exterior restaurant with great..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"Lovely place to be on a date night, especially the outside area. All of their pizzas are absolutely delicious. Not anything extravagant but a warm,..."

Catherine Arzul

"One of my favourite spots in Kenilworth. The intimate setting makes it perfect for dates, the food is consistently wonderful and the staff are..."

Noels

"Always a favourite ... best choice for a spontaneous date night, when you want great food, an intimate, friendly atmosphere and easy..."

Jenni McCann

"If you really want good pizza this is the place to check out. The vibe is really chilled and with the setup you'd be forgiven for thinking that..."

Garth

"Amazing fire cooked pizza. Their Angelo pizza is to die for (for reals)and there is always a cozy quint table to sit at in the candlelight. Lovely..."

Sarah Lee Beckett

"Not great not bad, simple Italian food. Was a bit concerned when they didn't know what lemoncello was and even had it on the menu. But other than..."

Darren Oosterberg

"Had a lovely birthday dinner. The pasta Alfredo was tasty, a bit too creamy. Lots to choose from on the menu and there are certain specials and..."

Lindsay Jackson

"Fantastic little spot hiding in Kenilworth. Ambience favours more intimate gatherings however we had a large table of boisterous personalities and..."

Kyle

"The Klutz in the Kitchen's Straight Talkin' No Punches Pulled Restaurant, Bisto, Cafe, Pub, Food Truck, Street Food & Take Away Grub n' Cooking..."

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"Such a super spot! Feels like you have a little corner of Italy right on your doorstep. It has a very intimate atmosphere perfect for a date. We..."

Kelly Rae Gifford

"Scrumdidilicious Italian spot - good pizza, pasta and wine! Great outside courtyard and lovely Italian feel to the restaurant. We have always been..."

MelbourneLops

"The initial experience was a mixed one - unwillingness of the owners to give the spot decided by us, delay in taking orders etc etc BUT during our..."

Ritesh Bhattacharya

"Bardelli's pizza is incredible; the base was honestly the thinnest I've ever had and just delicious. Their house wine was a serious let down; I had a..."

Rachel

"Love it. I live just down the road, so am a little ashamed but I know their menu by heart! My favourites are the artichoke salad and the bella rosa..."

Janet

"Delicious pizza set in a warm and cozy setting. The owners are very accommodating for special functions and give you lots of different..."

Alice Scott

"Spent date night at bardellis and what a lovely time it was. Warm and cosy, and very intimate. The owner made sure we were looked after which made it..."

Andrea Lauren Kraak

"Bardelli's offers an exquisite range of Italian-inspired foods, such as pizzas and pastas. The experience was enhanced by great service from..."

Hritik Mitha

"Amazing restaurant, amazing food and amazing service. Such a homey vibe, I felt like I was getting a big warm hug when I stepped in. And then an even..."

Kareemah Abdurahman

"An authentic and quaint Italian restaurant offering the most delicious pizzas and pastas - especially the ravioli. They offer an array of options..."

Vikash Parbhoo

"The pizza was delicious and our waiter was very friendly and helpful. Our food also came very quickly (and disappeared just as quickly!) The pizza..."

Jenna Venter

"Top! Top! Topclass Pizzeria in the heart of Kenilworth. This place offer and authentic Italian experience, they don't skimp on the ingredients. The..."

Adrian Campos Chacon

"A lovely night out at Bardelli's. We were seated in cute covered courtyard - loved the garden style with plenty of pot plants. Delicious pizza and..."

Enid Son

"Fabulous little spot with amazing food. Great flavour and the pizza base was perfection. I actually considered having another pizza, but have no idea..."

The Virus

"Was at the express and got 2 small pizzas. Delicious pizza guys, well done. Also, clean environment and friendly..."

N C

"Such an amazing place. The service was perfect and accommodating. The food was great...everything is well worth a 5 star rating. Enjoyed the..."

Dane Leo

"One of the best Pizza joints in Cape Town. Super thin bases and great quality toppings. Been going for years and never disapoints. Well..."

Luke Ziegenhardt

Fat Harry's

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"Amazing service, the food was so good 👏👏👏.Just wished they would've told me that the burgers come with onion rings because then I..."

Garon Sedres

"This place has typical pub grub, the burgers being the main drawing card - and they definitely deliver. I had the beetroot and quinoa veggie burger,..."

Sarah Herrington

"Fat Harry's is located in such a cool area in Kenilworth. The drinks were amazing. They had the best rock shandy I've ever had in my life. The burger..."

Ivi Malotana

"Stumbled across this place by accident because we wanted some espetada and they did not have, as the menu had recently changed . Items have been..."

Livlov

"This is a perfect location for easy drinks and food. And I must say, their wings are really affordable and a very big portion, had to take more..."

Elle Mbadaliga

"I always drive past this restaurant and this time decided to stop over for lunch. Was welcomed with a cosy restaurant filled with great people..."

Matshepo Motlanthe

"Food and atmosphere were great however in the burger and beer pairing menu it is not clear that the 1 pairing is actually brandy and coke not beer..."

Elaine Smith

"One of the best burgers I've had in a long while! The blender at the bar desperately needs new bearings or needs to be replaced however, the racket..."

Nick Atkinson

"Such a cool place! Love the decor and the cool, casual vibe. I popped by with a friend one afternoon. Complimentary popcorn to start! 🍿We were..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Best place to do anything here. Like they have quiz nights!! I had the half baby chicken with Mediterranean veggies which was superb. Mind you I..."

Unopa Mazwigwila

"Great service, and an amazing happy hour 5pm - 7pm. The lunch special is also great R60 for anything off that menu. I recommend the Chicken Curry, or..."

Nicholas_Jon_D

"Andrew our waiter was great. The food took minimal time which was a lovely addition. We just went for a quick early supper but found it was happy..."

Mofieleli Sekatle

"We were a large table that pulled in here on Saturday night for dinner and a few drinks after the rugby. This place was buzzing and despite our big..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Great atmosphere - we went on a Saturday night. They had a live band and drinks specials every hour on the hour. Burgers and cocktails were..."

Zakiyah

"Fairly good spot. Menu seems amazing but it's really not. I had the steak and fries with mushroom sauce, but the sauce was really bland. A friend had..."

Shinéad

"We decided to have lunch at Fat Harry's today. I kicked off with a nice refreshing mango daiquiri and hubby a Devil's Peak craft beer which were..."

Hilary Beukes

"The Fat Cat with an insatiable appetite for easy laid back home cooking is readily affectionate to anyone who proffers him a tasty morsel. This..."

The Jax Blog

"Not sure why it's taken us this long to come try Fat Harry's with them being just down the road from us, but now we know! Lunch specials for R50 and..."

Zanel

"The R50 lunch special is the best! Fries super crispy, and hake well cooked and seasoned. We did, however, wait for almost an hour to get our food,..."

Estelle Roux

"Great atmosphere, good service and tasty food. Awesome place to have a chilled meal and drinks with friends. Definitely recommended. Will be back as..."

Shnapple

"This is a hidden gem!!!! The food and beer is amazing!! The atmosphere is just perfect!!!Their burgers are really amazing and up in my top 5 of..."

StuieMic

"Met the crew for some drinks and burgers yesterday evening. This place is honestly a little hidden gem. Rustic and intimate feel to it. They have..."

Carl Thomas

"Have been a few times, lunch and dinner. The pub-type menu during the day is really well priced and the food is good. Service is decent too. I'd..."

Christopher Mills

"What an awesome place! We just randomly googled a place, and came across Fat Harrys. Lunch special til 6pm for R50 was so delicious - we all had the..."

Liezl

"What a fantastic pub. Love the feel and the look. Met a friend for lunch so it was the perfect spot to catch up over a drink and a meal while having..."

Darla Dates

"Was super impressed with the size and decor and ambiance of the place. Ample parking which is always a bonus. Super attentive waiters too. Ordered a..."

Kelly Frielinghaus

"Great burgers! Would definitely recommend the liefmanns burger! The burger and beer pairing (see picture) is definitely worthwhile if it's your..."

Simira

"Craft beer and great traditional pub lunches! The day we were there the pub had a R50 lunchtime special, absolutely amazing value for money. I..."

David Els

"Cozy, friendly neighborhood hangout. Nice selection of craft beers on tap. Decent selection of tasty, satisfying food. Service is chilled and..."

Johnny Jol

"We met my friends cousins here for a nice little dinner and was astounded by the vibe! Friday night and the place was absolutely pumping! I..."

JonJon Clark

"This pub environment stood out as we drove past in this CT suburb. It has appeal from the road and we were looking for a lunch stop. Parking is..."

Moira Mirtle

"Great watering hole close to home for me and all my friends. They do a great Banting Burger! We go here often because there's no fuss & it's warm &..."

Lynn Boffa

"Had a awesome night at Fat Harry's with friends great food and atmosphere.I shared a jalapeño and pesto burger with my partner both were really..."

Jessy Da Silva

"Another last minute date night that proved to be very enjoyable! Fat Harry's is bustling on a Friday night, but still pleasant enough for a quick..."

Meg Maccallum

"I came here a few weeks back with a bunch of people. The atmosphere is very welcoming and relaxing. We were served by Butler and he was..."

Georgia Stonehouse

"Two weeks ago my family and I went to Fat Harry's for dinner. We were extremely satisfied with our experience. The service was fast and efficient...."

Renier Nolte

"My husband and I went for dinner at Fat Harry's last night.What an experience!The food is superb!I ordered the ribs and what I paid for was..."

Lauren Gentle

"The atmosphere is relaxed and the food is delicious, especially the burgers. On one or two occasions service has been a little slow, but for the most..."

AlvD

"What nice relaxed spot. The place has a chilled bar / wine farm feel. Their live entertainment is also great. The chicken livers are.to.die.for. They..."

Nikita (Haefliger) Oosterberg

"Tasty goodness. We had the bangers and mash and the vegie pasta. They were kind enough to make the dish for me without mushrooms. Some supposedly..."

Emma

"Excellent venue with delicious gourmet burgers. A particular highlight was the cream cheese and jalapeño stuffed beef patty. My only concern.... Why..."

Kos Gangster

"Great pub grub in a fabulous setting. The bar has been tastefully decorated and the staff are very attentive. Burgers, tapas and bar snacks area all..."

JotterJo

"Awesome music, cool decor, and that cheese stuffed gourmet burger.......Wow hands down the best burger I've had in years. Good work team keep it..."

Dayne Williams

"Great spot if you're looking for a chilled, vibey evening, friendly service and good pub-style food. Had the grilled fish and chips which was great,..."

Rebecca Francis-Pope

"I love this place! Good food, great vibe and with excellent service from waiters like Liam you can't go wrong. The strawberry beer and cheese platter..."

Carmen Morris

"My new favourite local spot in the burbs! Brandy n cola on tap and some really top meals from the kitchen. Not what you expect, way better! Make sure..."

Paul Vicars

"Our favourite spot! Liam is THE BEST waiter. By far. Food is great. Craft beer selection is awesome. Highly recommended - good music, good vibes...."

Lauren Daniels

"This place has transformed since opening. Our first visit was mediocre, but I still remember the roasted bone marrow (which was great), but that was..."

Andrew Winter

"Easy-going atmosphere, cool but not trendoid, excellent service and the best cheese burger this side of the N2. A good choice for watching the rugby..."

Carrie Le Roux

"Nice local spot with a great space, good service and tasty food. I had the grilled hake and chips and it was a delicious and a generous portion. They..."

Jager Sisters

"So after all the great things I have heard from friends, mostly via Facebook I must admit, I decided to give Fat Harry's a go.From the..."

Bevan Urban-Chef Webb

"Nice vibe and friendly staff. The decor and layout is better than most in the area too. I understand why it is called Fat Harry's now, the food..."

2Travelbugs Review

"Lovely new casual dining spot, with a laid back setting. Nice for a couple of drinks (huge drinks menu), some food and to watch the game. Service was..."

Claire Sharwood

"Good food, good wine, good vibe. Was quite noisy but hey that's atmosphere, right? Had the jalapeño burger and it was brilliant. The option of sweet..."

Claudia Penny

"Great location, beautiful space, delicious food. Friendly staff and good service. Everything you want/need at a local neighbourhood gathering..."

Lauren Arendse

"Food never disappoints... Awesome burgers, lovely staff, worth a visit... And a return!Try the jalapeño burger, pork belly and the al natural..."

Melissa James

"I when there once for lunch!The vine is nice! The waitress was lovely!And the food was fine!Will go again to give another try for..."

Sophie Mamet

"The friendly staff and excellent service makes this a great eatery. With special chef selections each day this should become a regular hot spot. The..."

LEAF Magazine

"The drinks menu is why they got a 4! Their Dragon Fiery Ginger beer is phenomenal! I had a burger special with cream cheese & jalapeños in the patty..."

Jade

"My family and I were here for a birthday - what a treat! The beef burger stuffed with cream cheese and jalapeños was delicious. Wonderful vibe and..."

Saskia

"I have been here twice and really enjoyed myself both times. Their food is pretty delicious, services is good and it's quite a vibey place. Our table..."

Tammy

"We’ve been to Fat Harry’s a few times since they opened up and it’s always been packed, loud and festive. Last night was the first..."

MelbourneLops

"Had the most awesome time on Saturday! Rugby - great food and drinks - festive atmosphere - all with top service! One of my new favourites :)..."

Keegan John Cook

"Good service and an awesome menu. A great venue for occasions and a drink! A must for all locals! Try the salt and peppe calamari or a good..."

Julie

"I really enjoyed the decor. The muscles and squid heads was amazing. I also enjoyed the Mitchell's Milk and honey. Yum yum. Staff was friendly..."

Beverly Cosslett

"Oooh I like Fat Harrys a whole lot. Service is great, selection of drinks are not too bad, I'm not a beer drinker, but discovered my girly beer.you..."

Jemal

"Fat Harry's is a great spot for drinks and pub fare. I had a delicious burger that had the patty stuffed with three cheeses. It came with onion rings..."

Rachel

"I like Fat Harry's because it offers a nice alternative to it's competitors nearby when you feel like something new. It has really..."

Alice Scott

"Very good food, very good drinks, awful sound system and music. Although the service was slow it was good. Recommend the pork belly. Good..."

Doug Reeler

"Very surprising venue in Claremont area. I was surprised at the vibey atmosphere when I walked in. Feels much more upmarket than anticipated from the..."

Leighton Carter

"Spent a couple of months in Cape Town and loved working from here or meeting friends for food and quiz night. Food is delish: can recommend the Thai..."

Ciarán Oglesby

"as of the drinks and service, superb! Jalapeno Poppers were divine, and I'm most definitely keen to try their other food offers. great service and..."

KR6 Productions

"It's unfortunate that my all-time favorite restaurant is so far from where we reside🤪, but we still visit it due to the excellent cuisine and..."

Gabriella Fredericks

"Went there the morning of 13 November 2022 for brunch. We were welcomed by very friendly staff. They were extremely flexible with my choice to check..."

English Rose

"It was my first time there and I will definitely go back! The atmosphere was lovely and the food was delicious..."

Natalie Rae

"Pretty much the best breakfast I’ve had in a restaurant this year. Warm vibes, remote working friendly, fires 🔥 going early in the morning, and..."

Thaya

"The roof top seating area is awesome for sundowners, a pizza and the views of Devils Peak are wow. They offer a variety of food and drinks...."

Cindy Bellmunt

"Such a great place for delicious gin cocktails amongst others. Loved their poppers and beautiful views of the mountain. Pizzas looked incredible..."

Tamsyn Human

"Nice restaurant Good food also good atmosphere as..."

Tham Alsa

"The upper deck offers a breathtaking sunset mountain view, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a warm and cozy atmosphere. The staff is friendly and..."

Alistair Bryan

"Oblivion is such a gem in Harfield Village! I work remotely and they are super accommodating with me and my laptop - so much so, that I am here..."

Casey Anley

"The Oblivion bar and restaurant, along with nearby Banana Jam, is a local institution that has been around for over 20 years now. It is an important..."

Douglas Ian Scott

"I recently celebrated my 30th birthday at Oblivion on the deck, and I can confidently say that the experience was nothing short of amazing! I wanted..."

Chays Van Deventer

"I just LOVE their food! We order for deliver ofter and evrry single meal I have tasted has been amazing. Their Moroccan Beef, Risotto, Burgers, the..."

Vanesse Machill

"Delightful gem in Claremont with an upstairs deck and unexpected view of the tops of Table Mountain & Devil's Peak. The Cosmopolitan I had was a bit..."

Carol Byett

"It's one of my favourite coffee ☕️ shops when in the area..."

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