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Hemelhuijs

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
Breakfast South African Vegetarian Friendly
71 Waterkant St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
(208 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

For the love of food, Hemelhuijs opened its doors in October 2010 . The restaurant is a small oasis in the heart of Cape Town, South Africa and offers an ideal escape from hustle and bustle. Sit and watch the city go by while indulging in freshly made jewel-coloured juices, paradisal cocktails or custom blended coffee and order from the all-day menu.

Heavenly sounds in Hemelhuijs... escaping steam from the espresso machine. Cappuccino foam and cinnamon, heavenly smells, heavenly tastes, steam fresh ciabatta. Crumbs on the table, asparagus on the palate, ginger on the nose, black salt, and green dhania. Red, red wine, ginger, and ripe tomato.

Reviews (208)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Angelique O. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 26 Mar 25
    This is my favourite brunch spot in the city, its a little piece of heaven🥰

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 24 Mar 25
    Amazing brunch, as always! The team, the food, the setting... love it all!

  • Marinette Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 22 Mar 25
    It was way too long since I enjoyed this gem in Cape Town. It is very special to have an all round experience where every aspect of your visit is one for the books. I will be back soon.

  • Hanna B. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Mar 25
    Food and service were excellent. On a very hot day it was rather warm in the restaurant.

  • Herman P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 18 Mar 25
    Our favourite breakfast and lunch venue as Hemelhuijs never disappoints Thank You

  • Heike W. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Wolfgang R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Mar 25
    We had an excellent breakfast experience.

  • SJ P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 14 Mar 25
    Dining at Hemelhuijs is always a pleasure. From atmosphere to food to service, great care is taken by the front and back of house teams to deliver an excellent experience.

  • Volker B. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lizl B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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Opening Hours

  • Monday 09h00 - 15h00
  • Tuesday 09h00 - 15h00
  • Wednesday 09h00 - 15h00
  • Thursday 09h00 - 15h00
  • Friday 09h00 - 15h00
  • Saturday 09h00 - 14h00
  • Sunday CLOSED