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Wow what an amasing evening. Hospitality, music, art, vibe, young adults honouring their parents vision. Community envolvement. Best night out with friends. Danced, sang and the food is so good you will go for seconds....

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed yesterday

The Managers' service were excellent. Lovely sons of the founders managing the facility. We were generally happy with their service. If you looking for the history of Cape Town and Langa, you will definitely get one. Loved the experience.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

The food was local and it all tasted incredible and made with love. The music was the best part. The xylophones pluss drums and not to forget the saxophone being the cherry on top. The music was an absolute divine experience and we got to...dance along with the music and the band even let some of us play In the band which was so cool. Absolute fantastic place!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

The food and the music are exceptional, but the warmth of the family who welcome you into its home is the true highlight. We sang and danced and truly enjoyed “mama’s love,” as its slogan says.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 17 October 2023

We were there almost for a private dinner, they opened on a wednesday evening for us 7, and even the musicians came to play! The slogan is: ‚share mama‘s love‘ and that is exactly what we experienced. The food, the music, the story, everything feels...real and is like visiting family . Definitely a highlight of our holiday!More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 11 October 2023

Just go. Feel a unique vibe away from the predictable places. Soulful music and people. Nice food even for we vegetarians.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 27 September 2023

Mzansi restaurant was a cultural and homely experience from their band, friendly staff and good food .

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 26 September 2023

It was wonderful abit cramped as we were a large group but the upstairs was super cozy with a incredible view , the food was okay not the best but the music and band was absolutely a vibe ! But overall I would definitely visit...again.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 4 August 2023

Great hospitality and definitely an evening we (2 adults, 2 teenagers) will remember and wouldn't want to have missed. Artist, music, good food, warm welcome and a special setting.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 19 July 2023

Amazing vibe, great service, food was incredible, the band show lots of fun and great music. Everyone very friendly and caring.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 6 June 2023

You can't find a more wonderful way to experience local hospitality than a visit to Mzansi, if you're in the Cape Town area this is an absolute must to visit! The food is wonderful and meeting and talking with the neighborhood moms who prepare the...food is a great way to try out a variety of local dishes. The local musicians are incredibly talented and truly love music and performing for (and with) their guests. It very much feels like you're at a dinner party with close friends, they go to great lengths to make you feel at home. Every part of the experience feels so authentic that you'll feel like family.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 7 May 2023 via mobile

Wonderful ambience. So friendly w fanâtes tic music and homemade food! Highly recommend it for small and big groups or just to go and hang out

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 25 April 2023 via mobile

We had such a wonderful time. The food was excellent. It felt very safe. We had a few people that were concerned about going, and the all profusely thanked me afterwards for continuing to encourage them to come. They family was so warm and welcoming....They recommended transportation that worked out amazing for our party of 14. We are so glad we did this, and we will do it again. We arranged for the band to play. They were incredible. A top experience in Cape Town for sure.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 28 March 2023

Literally the best time I had in a long time ! I came for dinner and got a entire experience! Food was delicious and fresh ! Everyone was so nice ! Omg I can’t put into what a wonderful time I had .

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 28 March 2023

Ya’ll when I tell you this was one of the best dinner experiences of my life! The food was amazing, the drinks were great, it was super intimate and felt like going over your grandmas house for dinner!! AND the live band was everything! At...the end of the night, we all did a dance passed down and it was amazing! Would definitely recommend!!More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Response from ALWAYSHAPPY1974 | Reviewed this property |
I didn’t see any babies there. If I were you I wouldn’t go. The place is really different vans the food isn’t that good. Igo to Gold restaurant that has a really good show with typical food
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We went with an organised tour there was a group of 10 with a guide from Langa. We felt safe and he kept us together. Its not the place to wander off from group but was a great experience and food and music was great at... More
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Mzansi is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 5
  • Atmosphere: 5