Reviewed March 2, 2011After walking around Cape point we decided to get something to eat here. This was our 1st restuarant since arriving in Cape town and we were very impressed with the freshness of the food. I had the salad and my friend had a pasta dish. The food arrived quickly and the service was fine.
It was an excellent location on the cliff side and we would defo recomend a visit after a long walk around Cape point, i would defo visit the resturant again.
Management Response:
Thanks for your review. We take pride in serving the freshest ingredients, and we are glad you enjoyed your meal. We hope the rest of your time in Cape Town was great!
Review – “Best Dining Experience”
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Reviewed July 6, 2011My Mom and I had the most amazing lunch at the Two Oceans Restaurant at Cape Point, we thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience, from our wonderful waiter Siya, our complimentary Pongracz Rose, to our truly decadent lunch, and meeting the very talented chef definitely added to the experience, not to mention his delicious desserts. I am not normally a dessert girl, but I will definitely be back for the crème brulee and that awesome bread and butter pudding, what an absolute treat! . I cannot fault any aspect of our lunch, we left feeling completely satisfied and very full. I will definitely be making a stop in at the Two Oceans Restaurant the next time I am in Cape Town, it was the highlights of my trip.
Management Response:
Thank you for the kind words and we are very pleased that you enjoyed your time with us. Hope to see you soon.
Trip report: Cape Point
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January 14, 2010, 8:01 AMBy: Marcelle Maclachlan |
A visit to Cape Point is a must for every tourist. And for every South African, Cape Point is an “Oh, what a beautiful country we live in!” moment. That is exactly how I felt on my trip to Cape Point with my family.
Just about half an hour’s drive from Cape Town, this is the spot where some claim the West Coast’s cold Benguela current meets the East Coast’s warm Agulhas current. It’s a total of 7 750 hectares of flora and fauna and a massive 40 km of coastline.
If you don’t have a Wild Card (which gives you free entry), expect to pay R75 per person and R10 for children aged twelve or less. It’s money well spent and a visit to the reserve can take a whole day. Here are some suggestions:
Cape Point lighthouse
We jumped on the Flying Dutchmen Funicular, named after a legendary ghost ship, for the ride up to the old lighthouse. This lighthouse, built in 1857, was the original lighthouse at Cape Point. (In 1913 another one was built lower down.) Today it is an amazing viewpoint: the picture in front of me was blue as far as the eye could see. It felt like this was the furthest point on earth. Breathtaking.
Fees range from R12 for scholars to R33 for adults.
A heads up! The funicular will unfortunately be closed for renovations from January 18th 2010 – April 24th 2010. Alternative transportation will be available.
Two Oceans Restaurant
After taking the trip to the lighthouse go to the Two Oceans restaurant, situated near the funicular. They have delicious, fresh seafood and amazing cocktails. I had the special of the day: surf and turf and I can assure you that the meat was just as good as the tasty seafood. Service is quick and friendly. Just be careful a bird doesn’t snatch a piece of your lunch!
Shipwrecks
There are several shipwrecks to see in the reserve – but you’ll have to park your car and take a walk. Walks are anything from approximately an hour and a half long. Don’t worry, none of the trails are very steep. Over the years Cape Point has seen 23 ships sink off its shores – it’s not called the Cape of Storms for no reason.
Tidal pools and picnics
After you’ve done all your sightseeing, spend family time at the tidal pools at Buffels Bay. This is the ideal spot to chill out and enjoy a picnic. A picnic spot costs R30. Next time I go, I’m definitely taking a picnic basket along.
Fishing
At Buffels Bay you can find a slipway for your fishing boat. This much-loved activity will cost you an extra R30 at the gate.
Game, bird and whale watching
There are a total of 250 different bird species to have a look at. Also many eland and ostriches, and if you’re lucky you’ll spot zebras too. The reserve has many lizards, snakes and scorpions, so be careful where you walk. Whales might be seen from the viewing sites.
Please remember, it is against the law to feed Chacma baboons. Feeding them can make them dangerous and then they must be destroyed. To me they seem kind of big and scary anyway, so keeping your distance is the best thing to do.
For more information contact the Cape Point information centre on 021-780-9010 or e-mail info@capepoint.co.za.