Chapter 10: Family-friendly – Updated 2022
Dining with kids can be hard, but luckily Cape Town caters for foodies of all ages.
Café Roux
Since opening in 2006, Café Roux has become an institution in the Noordhoek Valley. Set in a quaint, old-fashioned farm village, the café is half restaurant, half outdoor music venue, and classy enough to impress on both counts.
Why go?
Expect a fresh, seasonal menu, accompanied by chalkboard specials that change regularly. Sit outside in the sun under sprawling oak trees or in a walled-off, child-friendly corner beside the playground.
menu that caters for all tastes including vegans, vegetarians and carnivores alike, Image Credit: Café Roux
Details
a: Chapmans Peak Dr, Noordhoekt: +27 21 789 2538w: www.caferoux.co.zah: Breakfast: Monday to Sunday, 08h30–11h00h: Lunch: Monday to Sunday, 12h00–15h30
Café Paradiso
Cafè Paradiso is a home from home which celebrates long-held traditions and family values; where enticing aromas emanate from the bakery long before dawn and the pasta machine is hard at work all day.
Why go?
Emulating the look and feel of a country farm stall, Café Paradiso stands out as one of the best family restaurants in Cape Town – with plenty of romantic nooks for couples.
Children are not only welcome, they are specially invited, Image Credit: Café Paradiso
Details
a: 110 Kloof St, Cape Townt: +27 21 422 0403w: www.cafeparadiso.co.zah: Monday to Friday, 11h30–22h00, Saturdays & Sundays, 09h00–22h00
Dunes
With gorgeous views of the mountains and bay, good service in a lovely setting and an excellent play area for children, Dunes ensures quality family time without compromising on the finer things in life.
Why go?
The only beach restaurant on the Atlantic seaboard!
The Traditional Fish & Chips, sometimes you just can’t beat the classics, Image Credit: Dunes
Details
a: 1 Beach Cres, Hout Bayt: +27 21 790 1876w: www.dunesrestaurant.co.zah: Monday to Friday, 11h00–22h00, Saturday & Sunday, 09h00–22h00
Jonkershuis
Nestled inside the historic centre of the Groot Constantia Wine Estate, Jonkershuis delivers classic Cape Malay cuisine surrounded by ancient oak trees and the legendary Groot Constantia vineyards.
Why go?
The views of the peninsula and majestic Constantia Valley are unrivalled.
Family style lunches on their front lawns, Image Credit: Jonkershuis
Details
a: Groot Constantia, Groot Constantia Rd, Constantiat: +27 21 794 6255w: jonkershuisconstantia.co.zah: Monday to Saturday, 08h00–21h00, Sunday, 08h00–17h00
Massimo’s
As arguably one of the best Italian-style eateries in the Mother City, Massimo’s needs little introduction—if any, to be frank.
Why go?
There’s pasta and spuntini (tapas-style small plates) on offer, but the wood-fired thin-crust pizzas are a Massimo’s speciality.
Voted ‘Best Pizzeria in Africa’ by 50TopPizza.com, Image Credit: Massimo’s
Details
a: Oakhurst Farm Park, Main Rd, Hout Bayt: +27 067 324 0261w: www.massimos.co.zah: Monday to Thursday, 16h00–21h00, Friday to Sunday, 12h00–21h00
Forries
Established in 1852 and nestled at the foot of our majestic mountains, in the leafy suburb of Newlands, Foresters Arms Restaurant and Pub (fondly referred to by the locals as Forries), is one of the oldest pubs in South Africa.
Why go?
Famous for pizza, draught beers and a family-friendly ambiance, this welcoming space provides guests with the opportunity to sit down, relax and enjoy a fine draught beer accompanied by a delicious meal selected from a varied gastro-pub menu.
On warm, sunny days, enjoy the outdoor air by relaxing at tables in ivy-covered arbours, Image Credit: Forries
Details
a: 52 Newlands Ave, Newlandst: +27 21 689 5949/70w: https://forries.co.za/contacts/h: Monday to Friday, 11h30 till lateh: Saturday, 09h00–23h00, Sunday, 09h00–21h00
Ou Meul
You will struggle to find a better meal anywhere in the area. Stop by for wholesome breakfasts, lunches and suppers. Oh! And make sure to take home one of their famous Sourdoughs, Ciabattas, Croissants or Rusks.
Why go?
Only the best leaves the kitchen. Free-range chicken and eggs. Pure beef burgers. Fresh, locally sourced produce. At Ou Meul Bakery you’re going to get quality and value every time.
Freshest baked goods, Image Credit: Ou Meul
Details
a: Cnr Montrose & Upper Orange Street, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001t: +27 21 532 1592w: www.oumeul.co.zah: Monday to Saturday, 07h00–20h00, Sunday, 07h00–19h00
Noordhoek Farm Village
Visiting the Noordhoek Farm Village is like seeing an old friend. It’s easy, relaxed and no-nonsense in a comfortable and welcoming environment. A large outdoor playground provides a safe and spacious area for kids to have fun in while you do too.
Why go?
Here you’ll find artisan breads freshly baked daily, handcrafted ice cream using the finest natural ingredients, a coffee roastery, raw juice bar, café and tapas restaurant, live music, and a village pub.
A relaxed unhurried lifestyle at the village, Image Credit: Noordhoek Farm Village
Details
a: Cnr Of Village Lane & Noordhoek Main Roadt: +27 21 789 1390w: http://www.thefarmvillage.co.za/h: Monday to Saturday, 08h00–22h00, Sunday, 08h00–14h00
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