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Clay Cafe Hout Bay

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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Wheelchair Friendly

The Clay Cafe makes for a memorable visit of creativity and recreation for all ages. Nestled in the heart of hout bay, The Clay Cafe prides itself in creating an enjoyable experience for adults and children alike.

Choose from a vast array of unfired bisque (already made pottery pieces); and a wide selection of colourful paints and tools to create crockery that is both personal and completely unique, not to mention functional (all items once fired are dishwasher proof, microwave proof and oven proof). Spend a leisurely few hours painting in a relaxed environment with our friendly staff at hand to assist you while enjoying one of our many farm style breakfasts or lunches.

The Clay Cafe was founded in 1999 has recently moved to a brand new home as of December 21st 2016. This 2.5 acre piece of land is situated in the heart of the valley of Hout Bay. With a large open patio every table is close to the luscious garden and every child is ecstatic with our innovative playground. We have beautiful peaceful outside tables, as well as a veggie garden and our own African chic’ boutique. A day at the Clay Cafe makes an ideal day out for a ‘one of a kind’ creative experience. We offer children’s birthday parties, school outings, hen parties or team buildings and of course catering for the individual. All bookings 10 people or less can easily be booked online, hassle free.

Each person is given the chance to indulge in their own personal ceramic masterpiece while they sit back, relax and let us do the rest. We make all our food fresh from scratch everyday, so food is served when ready and is always a hit! We also pick fresh produce from our veggie garden to add into our salads and wraps.

Booking is essential, to avoid disappointment please book in advance. Bookings close the night beforehand and we allocate space for walk ins on the day; first come first serve. Please head to the tab ‘make a table booking’. For bookings larger than 10 people; including children’s parties, kitchen teas and corporate team building please kindly email info@claycafe.co.za. We are a ceramic painting venue with a full licensed kitchen; we don’t allow any outside catering besides a birthday cake. Please email info@claycafe.co.za for more information.

Reviews (8024)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.4
Value 4.5
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.6
  • Margot B. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 23 Nov 24
    We had an absolutely wonderful time at Clay Cafe Hout Bay. Everything about it is just fabulous! The selection of pottery is fantastic, with functional, fun, and trendy pieces. The glazes are great, and all the necessary tools are provided. Despite being surrounded by others, the space feels personal. The staff is incredibly helpful and kind, and the food is ultra delicious. We could easily spend the entire day there without feeling rushed. It’s truly the best business concept and activity in Hout Bay. Wishing Clay Cafe many more years of success. We still remember the early beginnings on the hill and all the birthday parties. It’s great to see the continuous growth.

  • Lucky M. Dined: 2 days ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Vanessa H. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 21 Nov 24 (Guest left no comment)

    Clay Cafe Hout Bay responded on Fri 22 Nov 24:
    Thank you, Vanessa, for taking the time to leave us your review. We are thrilled to see that you have enjoyed your whole experience with us at Clay Cafe. Please come back again soon for some more memorable memories here with us!

  • kelly M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 20 Nov 24
    Very nice place

    Clay Cafe Hout Bay responded on Fri 22 Nov 24:
    Hi there Kelly. Thank you for leaving us your kind review. We are pleased to see that you have enjoyed every moment with us and that you really enjoy your place! Please come back again soon we would love to accommodate you and your group again!

  • Christine M. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 20 Nov 24
    Loved every minute and every mouthful

    Clay Cafe Hout Bay responded on Fri 22 Nov 24:
    Hello Christine. It is lovely to hear that you have enjoyed your whole experience here with us from your painting experience to our delicious food! Please come back again soon as we would love to accommodate you again.

  • Avril Dined: 5 days ago
    4.7
    Food 5.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 20 Nov 24
    Always enjoy being there. Just wish you could add new items regularly to paint

  • Andrew K. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 19 Nov 24
    Superb venue, friendly helpful staff, coupled with good food and a fantastic activity. Always a win at the Clay Cafe

  • Patricia L. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 Nov 24
    Clay cafe is Overall a good experience always. One of the few kid friendly/family centred restaurants with good food. Only complaint is hygiene of the place. On our last visit We were initially seated near the toilets and had to move because of the smell. Then we were placed in an area where flies were everywhere-they eventually had to turn on the fans to chase them away.

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Opening Hours

  • Monday 09h00 - 17h00
  • Tuesday 09h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 09h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 09h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 09h00 - 17h00
  • Saturday 09h00 - 17h00
  • Sunday 09h00 - 17h00

Pensioners Special

Treat yourself to a creative outing and enjoy half price on breakfasts & no studio fee charged for ceramic painting. Offer valid between 9-11.30 every Tuesday *outside of public holidays and school holidays

  • 26 Aug - 31 Dec
  • Tuesday only: 09:00 - 11:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 9 Sep 2024

Dinner Special

Enjoy 2 pizzas or pastas + 2 glasses of wine or beer for R350! Offer only valid during our painting evenings, and only for painting customers.

  • Fri, 29 Nov
  • Friday only: 17:00 - 19:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 1 Oct 2024

Doodles Inspired Painting Workshop

Unleash your inner artist with Tiffany Wallace! Join our Doodle Workshop and leave with a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. R350 per person - ticket includes dinner plate, studio fee, class tuition and welcome drink.

  • Fri, 29 Nov
  • Friday only: 18:00:00 only
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 11 Oct 2024

Sip & Paint Evening

Cheers to a night of creativity! Join us for Sip & Paint, where you can enjoy a welcome drink, great food, and time to unleash your inner artist. Book now for November 29th!

  • Fri, 29 Nov
  • Friday only: 17:00 - 19:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 4 Nov 2024