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US$4 - US$10
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French, Cafe, European
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Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile

Owner present. Extremely hospitable and caring. Great decor, ambiance and quality food. My second visit with my best friend and consistent good value for money, a creative menu and truly delicious food.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Read the reviews, not true at all...honestly ..prices are exorbitant x 3 and not equal to the quality expected .French cuisine ?Absolutely ,a no ! Doubt if Old Ducky will survive more than a few weeks in Europe.South Africans expect more from you.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 15 July 2023 via mobile

Always a favourite.. a quaint spot - lovely decor, friendly service & great tasting food ! Love the Duck , the steak frites , mussels , prawn shooters & more ! Make sure to book , as it’s not a very large restaurant and always...busy .More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Paul Clark, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

What a fabulous review, thank you very much! 🦆

Reviewed 11 April 2023

Great experience at Old Ducky French Cafe ,Friendly Staff,Great Service ,Stunning Food ,Exceptional Hostess,Will definitely be back.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Paul Clark, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 13 July 2023

Thank you so much for the fabulous review and rating! 🦆

Reviewed 13 November 2022 via mobile

A wonderful venue, we celebrated my Mums 80th birthday today, with a magnificent lunch. The food was superb, highly recommend the steak tartare! Service and ambience also fabulous.

Date of visit: November 2022
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 6 December 2022

What a fabulous review, we are so happy we could help make your mom's 80th special. Thank you for the support!

Reviewed 5 November 2022

This appears to be a fantastic breakfast spot. It was certainly full all the time we were there. Very nice menu, and great coffee. Unfortunately, my food was fridge cold! I ordered a bacon and egg croissant, expecting to receive a sort of bacon and...egg sandwich, using a croissant instead of bread. Sadly, the egg is not of the fried/poached variety. Instead the egg is a chopped boiled egg and mayonnaise mixture, and in my meal, it had come straight from the fridge and was VERY cold. I send this back, and it was fairly promptly rectified.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 6 December 2022

We are so sorry for the mistake with your order, and happy to hear that is was immediately rectified. Thank you for your feedback.

Reviewed 3 October 2022 via mobile

For a birthday celebration, I highly recommend this unpretentious, relaxed restaurant, that serves delectable French-inspired food. Sublime starters, marvellous mains and delicious desserts ensured that all 12 of our guests were full of praise. The staff were gracious, kind and professional. It brought joy and...a hearty laugh when the 70 year old Birthday Boy was served a complementary slice of cheesecake, plus a yellow rubber ducky!More

Date of visit: October 2022
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 10 October 2022

Elizabeth what an absolutely delightful review, you truly made our day. It was an honour to host your birthday celebration, and we are so happy to read this fantastic feedback.

Reviewed 14 September 2022 via mobile

First time eating in this cafe and our experience was ok for the following reasons. The atmosphere was missing the intimacy and charm. Too many staff standing around and too quick to clear away plates when as a total we had not finished eating. The...food was ok but I would expect a little more quality for eg the pate was gelatinous and not authentic pate, warm with warm toast. The lamb lacked real spice and bland. Maybe have a warmer welcome and educate the staff more re dishes and cuisine. Don’t rush guests and ensure a more calmer yet rich atmosphere. Bring a little bit of Paris to Pinealopes.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 10 October 2022

We value your feedback, thank you very much for taking the time to write this review. Yes our intention is too truly bring a little bit of Paris to Pineslopes!

Reviewed 19 June 2022 via mobile

Staff very friendly, food was excellent, tasty, French cuisine at its best. Restaurant a bit noisy but it was full. Priced reasonably

Date of visit: June 2022
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 19 July 2022

Keith thank you for this fabulous review, we truly appreciate your feedback!

Reviewed 20 February 2022 via mobile

Delightfully eccentric, Francophile eatery, sequestered delicately away from the churning entropy of urbanity. From the mise en scene tiles, mismatching plates, to the eclectic canards found atop each table the ambience is transportative to a jazz enthused Paris. The food elevates one and imparts the...sense that what the French do well is the simple but it is teased through a lens of artistry that lends a prosaic vision of the simple delights: butter, flour, and salt.More

Date of visit: February 2022
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 22 February 2022

What an absolutely delightful review, thank you so so much, we truly appreciate it!

Reviewed 16 October 2021 via mobile

Great place to have brunch ,full lunch or dinner . We have been here many times . My personal favourite is duck pie and the lobster soup . Open sandwiches are nice as well . Great place and fantastic ambience !! Cheers Tanmoy

Date of visit: September 2021
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 3 November 2021

Thank you so much for your gorgeous review of Old Ducky, we truly appreciate the feedback!

Reviewed 31 July 2021

From the time we walked in our waiter was on point. The almond hot chocolate was delicious. The beef stroganoff was deliciously creamy. The carrot cake was moist and delicious as for our tea...we will definitely return. It was fabulous!

Date of visit: July 2021
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 10 August 2021

Larce thank you so muc for this gorgeous review, we look forward to your return visit! 🦆

Reviewed 16 May 2021 via mobile

What an amazing birthday treat with special friends who are more like family!! The food was out of this world. My chicken liver starter was divine (should have ask for some of that chilli to take home 😁) , the duck breast main was delicious....My friends also were raving about the mussels and the fillet. The staff were absolutely amazing, very well trained and alert to our needs througout. Marina is an absolutely fabulous owner and hostess. Surprised me with a stunning piece of birthday cheesecake and my own personal rubber ducky to take home😊. Thank you for making my day so special. Will be back many times for sure.More

Date of visit: May 2021
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 17 May 2021

What a heartwarming review, we are so happy we could make your birthday extra special! Thank you kindly for the stunning review! 💛

Reviewed 15 May 2021

I visited this restaurant late April for a quick breakfast of Frenchman Toast and coffee. Delightful food and surprised by an extra half slice of toast. Hosts Nicholas and Marina were attentive and the coffee was hot. A lovely place to go - I have...booked for their regular Parisian evening which is apparently lovely.More

Date of visit: April 2021
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 17 May 2021

Ian thank you so much for this stunning review, we are most grateful! 🦆

Reviewed 27 April 2021 via mobile

Since covid hit we have found that alot of our favourite restaurants have really deteriorated and quality has dropped, so to have found this little gem has brought happiness back to my taste buds. Loved the overall restaurant theme, from the decor, waiters attire and...even the manager dressed the part. Service was on point and every single thing we ordered could not be faulted. Cannot wait to try the lunch menu next. Keep it up guys. Well done.More

Date of visit: April 2021
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PRandSocialMedia, Marketing at Old Ducky French Cafe, responded to this reviewResponded 3 May 2021

Thank you kindly for this stunning review, we are so grateful for the lovely feedback! 💛

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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5