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Reviews on here speak volume, families and couples spread the buzz over, it doesn’t matter if they’re tourists hanging around off cruise ships or locals from “the city bowl”, as well Big Bay neighborhood, Table View area, aka Bloubergstrand. All good apparently. The view on Robben Island is spectacular, the interiors unique and staff plays its role in making the brand experience unforgettable. Yes, the place is unique but not everything is immaculate and perfect. Tables out, to name the most preferred for the view, also got view on the cars being parked right in front - most importantly parking through ie. in & out h24 - and right in the middle of your meal / drinks. Therefore, be prepared to get a table bakkie-view and smoggish set up, uncomfy benches as seats. Not to mention Ocean breeze comes with tons of seagulls landing next - on top - and down one’s table as soon as food being served speaking of which, not everything is soo tasty as it may appear. Let’s move inside? Well yeah, a few rooms available among which one next to the kitchen (also not really entertaining) another one way cooler even though closed at lunch of course (it’s a pub). In the end the so-called lovely small local house (Ons Huisie) turns to be a very complex small local world where the perfect combo matches with closing eyes more than watching sunsets & ocean. Worth seeing but. Big but, full stop.
World TravelerWorld Traveler
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"Ons Huisie" in Bloubergstrand has got everything going for it - location, setting, history, and last but by no means least, the manager - Michael Ferdenando. Michael is old school - warm, engaging and authentic - the way all hospitality managers and staff should be but, sadly, more and more in short supply, even in Cape Town. So, not only was the hake and chips fresh and crispy, the beer was frosty and the host was exceptional. Good show, Michael - and I certainly hope "Ons Huisie" hangs on to you like a blue-bottle to a thigh...! 2023/06/12 - To me a visit to Cape Town is incomplete without a visit to ''Ons Huisie'' for ''hake & chips'', and a glass of Chardonnay to wash it down. So, when I slipped away from a busy schedule for a quick indulgence, I was not disappointed. I was welcomed warmly by Taryn - in fact she couldn't do enough to make sure I enjoyed my visit - and her smile from ear to ear very quickly displaced any effects of the slightly inclement weather. Add to this a proper glass (not a thimble) filled to the brim with a cold Chardonnay, grilled hake done to perfection, crispy chips, and the tide rolling in over the rocks... Somehow ''Ons Huisie'' has a knack to choose superlative managers. I return home with the sound of the surf, and the culinary delights of ''Ons Huisie'' to sustain me - until my next visit...
Deon OberholzerDeon Oberholzer
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This is such a popular spot with beautiful views but unfortunately the standards are very different. I called ahead on a Sat to book a table but the lady told me there's no need. Only to arrive & there is a long que in the sun which was a challenge with kids & a diabetic. The staff do try hard to assist but perhaps some shade will do the trick. We got to a table but had to wait for long periods for service, our table was never wiped after the previous people left, l ended up doing it myself with wipes. The baby chair was filthy & this was after the waiter cleaned it in front of me. Service was not pleasant or efficient, l kept having to send back orders ( adult milkshake instead of kiddies, still water instead of sparkling, rice instead of chips). The tomato sauce on the tables cooks in the sun & you can see the bubbles, it's fizzy. We were asked to share our table which we agreed to, but the other people were not told thet will be sharing so their reaction made the situation uncomfortable. The food was ok, I enjoyed the prawns however the chicken strips were dry & oily. This establishment needs to increase hygiene standards & the service even when busy. Consistency is key👍
Melanie N-PMelanie N-P
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I've been coming to this beach since I was a kid and kept wanting to try out this restaurant but never did. We also have had so many fond family memories at this beach but none at this restaurant. So this past Saturday, we made it our mission to finally try out Ons Huisie Restaurant and we really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. This restaurant is perfect for friends and family... young and old. The milkshakes were absolutely delicious and the food was so tasty... and so beautifully presented too! It was also so nice to enjoy a meal overlooking the ocean and with the fresh sea breeze. We then finished off our meal with the delicious Souskluitjies (definitely a first for me)... which was perfect, as the weather became cooler after lunch and it warmed me up nicely before we had to leave. The restaurant also is a playarea for the kids and the seating is outdoor bench seating, with umbrellas for the sun. The guy manager was very friendly and engaged with us while we were enjoying our meal. We will definitely pop by again to add some more fond memories of Ons Huisie to our list. Please be so kind to like this review, if you found it helpful. Thanks.
Aloysia LynchAloysia Lynch
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Onse Huisie is a quaint historical restaurant situated near the beach and outside boasts beautiful seaviews. The restaurant is quite popular, but has ample space. In summertime it is packed so booking a table might be a good idea. The menu has a good variety from steak to vegetarian, but seafood is its most popular choice. There is also a large drink selection from cocktails, beers, wines to milkshakes, sodas, and hot drinks. Prices are average to higher. I.e. a steak is about R140, burger (200g) about R80 and fish and chips is about R95. I took a combo of fish, calamari and prawns and it cost R85. The portion I received was large, though. There is a kid's play area outside, so keep that in mind if the weather is foul or in the evenings. There is a parking lot between the restaurant and the small beach so the view is partly obscured. As I was there only once, I cannot comment on the consistency of service. My waiter, Matthew, was very good and friendly. Lastly, the restaurant is semi-accessable to wheelchairs. There are stairs and reaching the bathroom might pose challenging, but not impossible.
Joan SteenkampJoan Steenkamp
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The restaurant has an amazing spot directly at the beach and you can watch beautiful sunsets in the evening. The children can play on the pretty playground right next to the outside seating area where they'll find various slides, a little bike track, a pirate boat jungle gym and even a smaller toddler slide. Most interesting for our kids: the tree in the middle of the playground which is perfect for climbing and having fun with the more natural materials. Some days and hours of the day, they haven have childminders on duty so that you can enjoy your food and drinks without worrying about the kids. There are baby changing facilities in the ladies' bathroom and they serve a kiddies menu, milkshakes and other sweet treats. We haven't always been lucky with our dishes - the steak was overcooked (ordered medium but got very well done) the pancakes were something completely else than expected and the vegetarian options are rather limited. Otherwise, it's a fun restaurant for the kids and a great place to show your guests from overseas.
Judith (CapeTownWithKids.com)Judith (CapeTownWithKids.com)
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Address
Stadler Rd, Bloubergstrand, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
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+27 21 554 1553
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onshuisie.co.za
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4.2
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Fish, seafood and classic local dishes in a historic beachside house with views of Robben Island.
attractions: Small Bay Beach Bloubergstrand, Big Bay Blouberg, Kleinbaai Beach Blouberg, Bloubergstrand, restaurants: On the Rocks Restaurant
