False Bay Restaurants

Housed in the old Muizenberg Post Office, IL Postino captures the attention with its welcoming ambience lit up by elegant décor and spacious seating. Much of the old character has been retained serving a different purpose, adding charm and attitude to this transformed eatery. From old counter tops to exposed wooden beam and large windows framing the views of the majestic mountains, IL Postino welcomes patrons with an elegant smile and dynamic menu that changes regularly according to what is available. This vibrant eatery houses a small menu displayed on blackboards and limited wine list with stylish, lightwood chairs and tables. The menu offers changeable daily selections such as roasted vegetable and brie salad with asparagus and parmesan for starters. For mains Portuguese sardines on bruschetta, with olives, bella rosa tomatoes and a scrumptious mustard aioli or the paella - made with an ambrosial stock and really high-quality fresh ingredients. The restaurant is also open for breakfast and lunch in setting the welcomes the palate to fresh, honest food.

With comfortable couches, delightful colours and rustic frames in various shapes and sizes, The Meeting Place furnishes elegant touches and shabby chic décor immersed in a bustling atmosphere. Dining by night reveals an ambience of its own, whether on the balcony or indoors, the flickering candle light illuminated by fairy lights and the moon reflecting upon the bay makes for an enchanting evening out. The eye pleasing décor and ambience will hug you in warmth and cool you during the summer for a fresh and inviting experience. Splendid views of False Bay coastline and harbour entices while the music spills a seducing touch over starters of West Coast mussels marinated with tomato and chilli vinaigrette, and asparagus with parmesan butter. Main courses bursting off the menu boast fresh Line fish caught at Kalk Bay harbour served on crushed potato, bella rosa and olives with beurre blanc or slow roast duck on fresh fruit with an apricot and ginger sauce. Enjoy the finest breakfasts served until 12pm throughout the week, with delicious choices ranging from Eggs Florentine, croissants, and breakfast pizza served on puff pastry with pancetta, mushrooms, poached eggs & hollandaise. The Meeting Place is your place to relax and enjoy the intoxicating cuisine while browsing the trinkets, mirrors and décor for sale alongside the lingering aroma of freshly baked bread.