Cafe Extrablatt

Cafe Extrablatt

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+27 21 434 3759+ Add website
Hours
Sun
9:00 - 1:00
Mon
8:00 - 1:00
Tue
8:00 - 1:00
Wed
8:00 - 1:00
Thu
8:00 - 1:00
Fri
8:00 - 2:00
Sat
8:00 - 2:00
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Ratings and reviews
4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
3.8 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Details
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CUISINES
Bar, International, European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
features
Can a gluten free person get a good meal at this restaurant?
CUISINES
Bar, International, European
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service
4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles201 reviews
Excellent
70
Very good
71
Average
30
Poor
12
Terrible
18

Veronique
Cape Town782 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022 none
We came for the Wednesday burger special. The service was friendly and efficient, despite load shedding. They brought us candles and manage to cook and serve us in the dark! Big eater will be happy, as the size of the burgers and the sides are quite consequent. Wide selection of burgers to choose from. Next time, Ill mention the waiter my cooking preference, as I found my patty overcook (I like medium rare) and therefore dry.
Written 21 April 2022
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Guido Dierschke
Thank you for the lovely feedback, you are welcome to mention your cooking preference to the waiter.
Written 14 February 2024
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JD_vds
21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 family
Definitely the place to be. Great customer service. Being there for the first time, the staff and waiters make you feel like you've been for the hundredth time. Justin the manager is absolutely awesome and so welcoming. The vibe, ambiance and food is really great for a nice sundowner in a very retro setting, making you relaxed in old Hollywood right here in Cape town! - try their freshly stone oven baked pizzas - outstanding!
Written 28 February 2020
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GuidoD91
Beautiful review, thank you JD! Yes, our pizzas enjoy a healthy following :)
Written 19 August 2020
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maamoun m
Cairo429 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 none
well i have to say shisha or hookah in SA is very good. especially that i come from egypt and know what good shisha is. a little bit over priced in most places but its good. this place has a nice upper terrace that you can enjoy a shisha mid day with a coffee or a drink. food is ok, you can grab a bite but don't put high hopes for something very special. Teacher was always our waiter, special thanks my friend!
Written 26 February 2020
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GuidoD91
Thank you Maamoun, a lovely review albeit the food not being too special. But as always, we will strive harder and do more, until our food plucks a few heartstrings!
Written 19 August 2020
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Styx
Parklands31 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2020 couples
Lovely balance between casual ambiance but with a clean, well maintained feel. Brilliant service. Menu is impressive but food doesn't quite measure up to the expectation (salty, dry, overdone) but this only applies to the two dishes that was had. Drink selection is a marvel! Comfortable smoking area and they serve hookahs (aka hubbly or shisha). Prices are also reasonable. Would definitely recommend as a place to meet with friends.
Written 5 September 2020
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Guido Dierschke
Thank you Styx!
Written 14 February 2024
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Delian M
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 friends
We had the most amazing waitress,who was always in sight and made the best recommendation.I would definitely come back for Thaa.We had a starter of Parmesan chips,and the main of a Caesar wrap side of chips and the oxtail.I will definitely come back.
Written 15 November 2024
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Connector19451738273
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 couples
Went to enjoy a cup of cappuccino and a quick breakfast with my favorite person. The service was on point, the server well trained and the food was delicious! Anytime again!
Written 5 August 2024
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Odyssey34339621556
1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 solo
A lekker place just to go & have some alone time or with friends, service was excellent waiters always checking if you need anything or a top up drink really was impressed with the service from Thaa "waitress" checking up & making sure you comfortable had an awesome experience that night, will definitely go back there for more drinks & try out there food as well,, Thanks 👍
Written 23 April 2024
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RJ1200
Newcastle upon Tyne11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 solo
Great food and an excellent caipirinha cocktail. Really lovely service too - sorry I did not catch her name. Only my second day in CT but I'll be back. Thank you.
Written 30 March 2024
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Daniël L
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 couples
Despite our loyalty and usual spending, Café Extrablatt denied us our usual seating without compromise, insisting we buy a bottle to sit where we preferred, despite the empty venue. Disappointed and frustrated, we left, hoping for better service in the future.
Written 12 February 2024
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Guido Dierschke
Dear Daniel. Firstly, thank you for your support and enjoyment of our service and venue. After careful consideration I must admit that we erred right from the start. By making an exception for you in your previous visits, you naturally assumed that it would be acceptable in this instance, and the staff and management that day followed my rules, they did nothing wrong. Management have discussed this and due to your disappointing experience, which I humbly apologise for, there will be no exceptions in the future. This will of course create its own problems, but we must be able to learn from this experience. The upstairs venue is such a popular space, and without your knowledge, there were quite a number of patrons coming for the venue later - hence the staff decision that you had to purchase liquor, validating your presence at the table. As for your comments on other patrons and empty tables, please know that my staff is well-trained and honors the protocol put in place to avoid disappointment. We run a tight ship, and I take your comments on the waiters' demeanour seriously. I will have a talk with all the staff involved. You are right, we must strive to improve our performance and avoid these unfortunate moments. I wish you and your wife a wonderful and blessed week. I realise that our handling of the situation has cost you your "new spot" and take your thorough feedback to heart. Warm regards. Guido, the owner.
Written 14 February 2024
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Faith M
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 friends
It was totally a bad experience to be at this place on new year's Eve The Boss have no respect at all for his staff, calling them all sorts of names, i felt so bad with the way he was shouting and insulting his staff... I dont recommend this place.
Written 3 January 2024
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Janet v
Hermanus1737 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 couples
Really great pizzas, with a decent selection of wines. It’s right across from the DHL stadium so a great place after a sporting event.
Written 10 December 2023
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Guido Dierschke
Thank you Janet!
Written 14 February 2024
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Thamara
10 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 couples
The service was extremely slow. The coffee was tepid and flavourless and when we finally received our food, it was cold. Not a place I would recommend visiting.
Written 4 January 2023
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John Smith
Johannesburg1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 none
Popped in for breakfast yesterday on my way back to Joburg.The food was absolutely amazing and reasonably priced also had lovely service from Rashied will definitely come back when i visit Capetown again
Written 9 March 2020
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GuidoD91
Thank you so much John, come visit us again when you are in Cape Town.
Written 19 August 2020
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paulwI5889VI
14 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019 friends
Very rude manageress who literally shouted at me until she was coaxed away by other staff. Their was a mix up on what the waitress said a plate of food was, and we were not only refused to be able to pay what the waitress told us the meal cost, but very badly treated. Even though we stayed pretty polite ourselves, the situation left a very bad taste. We will certainly never go back. Food was also average.
Written 12 November 2019
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Guido D
Dear Paul, I need a date and time please so I can investigate this situation properly. Know that I am taking this very serious. Kind regards. Guido. Owner.
Written 13 November 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Fae
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019 friends
A few friends and I visited cafe extrablatt to celebrate my birthday only to have myself and my sister physically attacked and bruised by their managers and bouncer while trying to leave for a smoke break. Worst place in Cape Town, worst service and even worse food. Congrats for contributing to South Africa’s biggest problems
Written 12 October 2019
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Guido D
Dear Faeqahk, I have had a chance to go through our CCTV footage of the night in question. We take an allegation like this very serious. Our manager requested you settle the bill before leaving outside for your smoke break as we have had numerous occasions where patrons simply leave without paying. (This was not meant as an insult to you, but simply a manager doing his job as requested by me so that we don't loose more income). Not one of our waiting staff or managers were physically involved in this unfortunate incident (As seen on the footage). Our bouncer tried to intervene but he stopped when he realised the situation was out of control. The traffic police arrived as well and most of the consequential argument occurred off premises. If you want to take this further we suggest you contact us directly. (info@cafe-extrablatt.co.za) We have legal council to assist us and hopefully we can resolve this matter amicably. We urge you not to continue with allegations online.
Written 15 October 2019
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