West Coast Restaurants

Housed in a lovely cottage, extended by a small garden scattered with tables and chair, Bistro Seven welcomes country cuisine at its best. Dine indoors warmed by intimate surrounds and crisp blue checked tablecloths before lingering in the cosy bar with a warming nightcap. Try hearty soups, juicy steaks, crisp salads complimented by a small but well partnered wine list at Bistro Seven in Darling.

Perched along the shimmering coast line, Blikkie Pizzeria stands proud in a 110 year old fisherman’s cottage complimented by picturesque views. Exuding passion and mouth watering pizzas, the enticing aroma of freshly baked delights and inviting ambiance, Blikkie Pizzeria sets the mood for lingering lunches and early suppers. The décor immerses the senses in a vintage bygone era, simplistic and elegant, yet charming enough to capture loyal followers with authentic Sicilian based pizzas layered with generous toppings. Enjoy delights such as the Colorito, perfectly cooked and layered with chicken, green pepper, pineapple and peppadew or the Capricciosa dressed with salami, mushrooms, olives and green pepper. Dine indoors amidst splashes of vintage décor or alfresco on the sunlit porch scattered with whitewashed benches and tables. Sweeping views seduce the senses with panoramic vistas of Paternoster Bay, brimming with local fisherman counting the catch of the day. Moonlit dinners enchant with shimmering kaleidoscopes hosted by the ocean’s rising moon and provide the perfect backdrop to delicious meals and warm service. Blikkie Pizzeria captures charm and nostalgic memories in relaxed surrounds, the perfect place for languid lunches and early bird dinners.

The décor exudes style and comfort, delectable meals and alfresco occasions in the sunlit rose garden. Generous portions of creature comforts such as French toast, beer battered fish and slow roasted oxtail compliments the delicate flavours of locally produced wines. A jungle gym and kiddies menu favours young palates while adults relax over a refreshing glass of wine and intimate meal.

Located on the outskirts of Darling, where grazing cattle and olive groves greet the morning, this 70h olive farm takes the palate on a journey of growing, picking and cold pressing to the savoring delights of sampling these delicious morsels. Enjoy a spring picnic dressed in wild flowers and the delicious flavours of olive jam, olive marmalade, olive bread, pastes complimented by cheese and wine on the farm. Freshly baked bread and the lingering aroma of wood burned oven, creates a memorable journey at Darling Olives in Darling.

With a menu that changes every day, the Noisy Oyster in Paternoster is a place you can come back to again and again and always try something new.Grills with an Asian twist, superb seafood creations or delicious pizzas are some of the typical offerings at this quirky venue, brimming with character and warm welcomes. If oysters are your weakness then you won’t be disappointed. As the name suggests, the oysters at this vibrant spot are a must-try.The wine list is modest but thoughtfully designed to offer some of the best regional wines.Flawless service from friendly and knowledgeable staff ensures that every patron is looked after and adds the finishing touch to an all round superb dining experience.

An upmarket venue minus the pretention, The Farmhouse Restaurant is a taste of the old world with traditional cuisine and warm hospitality. Whether it’s a cosy dinner or a leisurely lunch that you’re after, The Farmhouse Restaurant can accommodate. A large veranda with views of Langebaan lagoon provides a scenic spot for al fresco dining when the weather suits. The interior is beautifully decorated with antique furniture, staying true to the Cape Dutch setting. The wine list has been thoughtfully put together to ensure the perfect accompaniments for the meals on offer are available. A beautiful setting for superb food and great company, The Farmhouse Restaurant, Langebaan is well worth a visit.