Moltenos — Restaurant in Overstrand Local Municipality

Moltenos is a restaurant I have been acquainted with since its inception. It is situated in the very agreeable quiet village of Onrus a kilometer west of Hermanus.

The owner and his now wife launched their restaurant concept and instantly gained an avid following, which survives to this day. The ambience is in keeping with the tranquil, lay back feel of Western Cape at its best.

Don´t get the impression this is too quiet for your tastes. I have some of my most memorable times there. Coupled with the wholesome, flavoursome and beautifully cooked food it is by far one of the most welcoming venues around.

It may be construed as just my particular view because of my and my wife's long association with Moltenos. It could be levelled that my views are enhanced by the familiarity with restaurant, friends and familiar ambience. We ll that is undeniable

My friends and I are so familiar with the venue, because the food is so good and so dependable. The staff are friendly and everything combines to offer a memorable experience to one and all at very reasonable prices. Thereby making repeated...

I had read many of the rave reviews of Moltenos and so we decided we had to go and tried to book for a Friday evening. It is a strange process. You phone and have to leave a message nominating one of their pre determined times. Then you have to wait. If you hear nothing then you have been successful. If you get a call it means you have been unsuccessful.

They are obviously very busy and so we were treated with military style efficiency. We felt under time pressure from the moment we arrived a few minutes before our 6pm reservation. I felt this pressure throughout. The service was quick and efficient, the food was delicious, but never relaxed. We never felt comfortable.

There were many regulars who were treated warmly but as it was our first time, despite being locals, I felt we were treated as passing trade. Maybe we need to try again on a quieter night but I would not rush back...

We admired the vibe for a while driving by before finally making a visit during our 2 month visit in Onrus. And then we went twice in one week and wish we'd visited sooner!

Pizza was served hot and fresh, delicious with a thin crust. Pasta was hearty and a large enough portion to share. PERFECT to warm the winter heart!

1 star less as the first time we were served by a wonderful woman with a warm inviting smile. Our second visit our waitress wasn't pleasant or welcoming at all and almost felt hostile. Meal was still delicious though :)

We'll be back on our next...