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Reviewed 5 October 2020

Visited last February and had a wonderful time visiting this beautiful museum! We were shown through the museum by a guide and she was so friendly and had so much knowledge. Very interesting to take a closer look into this part of history of South...Africa. The place to go when in need of a wedding ring!More

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed 1 April 2019

We went there last night. When we ordered the food, I mentioned twice that I’m allergic to coriander. I insisted they make sure there is no coriander. The manageress (Fae) promised there wouldn’t be any. “don’t worry, bla bla bla …” Yet, when the food...arrived, the 2 meals were covered with coriander !! Since we were in a hurry, we couldn’t wait for a new meal and left. Terrible experience !! I must admit their food is normally very good.More

Date of visit: March 2019
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Reviewed 24 January 2019

aka Mai Thai a bit confusing if you use Google maps. Unpretentious, you need to grasp the options available, before ordering. Our waitron Sue was very helpful. We had the sushi buffet and all our dishes were freshly prepared, not from the conveyor. The quality...was excellent! The reviews of the Camps Bay offerings put us off, a 10 min drive was worth it.More

Date of visit: January 2019
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Reviewed 29 August 2018

Had a huge portion of spicy fisch platter. Really enjoyed the atmosphere. Service is great as well. No the most authentic thai place I know but still very tasty. Thanks

Date of visit: July 2018
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Reviewed 6 May 2018

We started with an Asian Platter to share as a starer with yummy snacks for two. Their duck pancakes are tasty but I expected them to be slightly saucier, my boyfriend had some kind of duck stirfry and that was very tasty. The wine list...isn't very exciting but they did have some nice beers. Very good service from our waitress (Stacey?)More

Date of visit: April 2018
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Reviewed 28 April 2018 via mobile

We had appetizers and soup for a light supper. The food was hot and very tasty. Service was quick and efficient. Prices were moderate. We shared a dessert which was good. Atmosphere is dark and a little shabby but acceptable.

Date of visit: April 2018
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Reviewed 24 March 2018 via mobile

Great relaxed place to eat , no fuss , lovely menu and in particular the Balinese curry is fantastic with coconut rice. Vegetables can be easily substituted in all recipes . A ideal venue for a group of friends for a casual affordable night out....More

Date of visit: February 2018
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Reviewed 19 March 2018 via mobile

Great menu Aromatic duck super followed by Ostrich Mongolian style truly superb spice med just right Jungle beef also excellent .Richard our waiter also gave very good service . The house Sav Blanc great compliment to good food .

Date of visit: March 2018
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Reviewed 23 February 2018 via mobile

We liked the Tom Ka Gai soup, and the curry mussamun with beef—once we added a bit more spice. Service was very good—especially for a group of our size.

Date of visit: February 2018
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Reviewed 12 February 2018

Chef Pons was recommended to us by a South African friend who used to frequent it some ten years ago. We had fancied some good Asian food at a decent price. And that's what we got. It's a wide ranging menu which some nice options....Freshly cooked and tasting with speedy service. Just what we were after!More

Date of visit: February 2018
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Reviewed 24 January 2018 via mobile

I enjoyed the vegetarian stir fry and chilli steamed fish. Great atmosphere with dim lights. Good for family outing as well. One more food item I would like to try out. Will be back definitely

Date of visit: January 2018
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Reviewed 17 December 2017 via mobile

We had a lovely meal but just before leaving I went to the ladies and my husband went to the gents. Both were in a terrible state! Dirty, smelly and water all over the floor. A filthy rag lying in the corner. We were just...glad we had finished our meal and were on our way out.More

Date of visit: December 2017
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Reviewed 7 December 2017 via mobile

This restaurant was sling very busy when we were there. The wait staff were very friendly and efficient. The food was very good, reasonably priced and came out within a good time frame. The atmosphere could use some work just to make the experience even...better.More

Date of visit: January 2017
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Reviewed 29 November 2017 via mobile

We were looking for some thai food around 9pm in cape town. We found this one and we were amazed by the good food.it felt like being in Thailand. Highly recommended

Date of visit: November 2017
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Reviewed 26 October 2017

I visited this restaurant with friends recently and was delighted to find such a great variety of Asian food, a great service and lovely ambience. The menu was extensive and as a vegetarian, I found much that I could order. I will definitely return.

Date of visit: October 2017
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I had only had the Thai duck jungle curry, not the peking duck. The flavours were abdolutely fabulous. The best tasting Asian food I've had for quite some time. You won't be disappointed eating at Chef Pons.
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  • Food: 4
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