Hemelhuijs

Restaurant · Malay Quarter

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"Hemelhuijs is a stylish and intimate oasis in downtownCape Town, perfect for a leisurely breakfast or lunch. The menus here are seasonal, featuring modern South African dishes made with fresh ingredients. Diners can look forward to everything from ricotta-and-Swiss-chard ravioli to vanilla baked guava with double-cream yogurt. Friendly and efficient service, good house wine, and excellent coffee make Hemelhuijs a real find. Seek it out and join discerning Capetonians at this relaxed venue, tucked behind the historic Lutheran Church."

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71 Waterkant St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Get directions

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