Truly a lovely experience. They catered perfectly for my dietary requirements and gave me a lovely recommendation as well. I really appreciated the welcome drink, and the great atmosphere. The vibe was friendly and relaxed, even as a single diner, and the food was perfect for me (and the weather today). Absolutely would recommend!The no tip policy is interesting, I havent come across it before.

What a beautiful location! The food tasted spectacular, and was beautifully presented. Andisile’s hospitality, professionalism and skills in the kitchen were impeccable! He was the best host that we have ever experienced. A massive thank you to him. I Would highly recommend Pilcrow & Cleaver

My partner and I shared date night there and the atmosphere and view was lovely!The staff were super friendly and the drinks were delicious!Unfortunately our food was cold when delivered to our table and the food was not seasoned at all.The menu sounds awesome but the execution on the dishes wasnt quite there but definitely room for improvement.

We have steered away from the CBD for some time. However Pilcrow and Cleavers (P&C) menu was enticing enough on the restaurant week website, to make a return. I am glad we did. It is an intimate restaurant with direct access and interaction to the small kitchen, which is incorporated with the seating area. Service was impeccable from the start. We were greeted with friendly smiles, and seated on high chairs at the window (though I wish that we were told before hand of this, as I prefer not to dine on high stools). The food was excellent. My wife had the springbok loin as a starter which was tender and delicious. I had the crumbed oyster and pan fried scallop, which was beautifully presented (though I still prefer my oysters raw). For the main I have the most beautifully prepared Kingklip -it was so very fresh, and tender -not many restaurants get Kinglklip right. My wife had the burger which she really enjoyed. I had the deconstructed Cranachan. The whisky soaked oats were overpowering, and the white chocolate on the plate was pasted too firmly onto the ceramic, which made it difficult to combine with the oats -it would have balanced off the whisky (hence 1 star less). The sorbet though was magnificent and had fresh spring notes. Overall this is a restaurant that I would highly recommend. We will definitely return.

Loved the individual booths and decor. Food was a bit on the pricey side but it is what it is..

What a stunning little spot! The staff take hospitality and providing you with a memorable experience seriously and it shows. The food was beautifully presented, well considered and delicious. The complimentary spanish olives were insanely good as well.

One of the many secret gems in Cape Town.Great deli/ coffee shop next door, phenomenal restaurant and a bar 🥂.Attentive service, wonderful food, sublime location - all in all a best choice dining destination any time of the day in the city.

Every meal is a journey of taste. Chef Judis creations at Pilcrow & Cleaver will surprise you time and again. Amazing staff and intimate atmosphere.

Great food, great service and I really support their no tipping policy which allows for fair pay.

One of my favorite spots to eat in Cape Town! The staff makes you feel at home and the food is always delicious. The menu changes every week so there is always something new to love and the Sunday Lamb Roast is INCREDIBLE! You need to order the roast ahead of time as they cook to order. They also have a plant based roast for the veggie eaters.

What a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious and the flavors were thought out to the finest detail. The service was fantastic! I will definitely be back.

Lovely little intimate venue. We were the only guests on a Monday evening - definitely an underutilised spot given the quality of service received. Reasonable value for money. Catch a cab to the restaurant to save the hassle of trying to find a parking spot.

A wonderful little find. My partner and I found the menu on the restaurant week site and decided to give it a go. We were not disappointed. What a fantastic little restaurant, beautifully decorated with an open plan kitchen. We were served by Kayle who is a gem - took her time explaining everything to us and really made us feel welcome. She is incredibly knowledgeable and friendly.The food was fantastic - every detail on the plate was well thought out. Portions sizes were more than enough and everything was cooked to perfection.I only wish I had found this place sooner! We will be going back for sure. Also to try the little deli next door.Thank you for a wonderful experience!

Excellent food,Amazing service,Lovely experience!Werent allowed to tip, but will definitely return!Thank you!

My family and I recently enjoyed a really lovely and special dinner at Pilcrow and Cleaver. The staff are very friendly and its very impressive that theyre all chefs. The food was amazing and so delicious, especially the vegan options. I really enjoyed having food as a vegan that didnt feel like a compromise, but rather a luxury. Great quality for price! And there was more than enough food per serving (we even had to take takeaways). Our only issue is that we couldnt tip for the wonderful service. Well definitely be back!

Open only a month and already constantly fully booked! A must. Tasty, different food. Chef Judi in front and behind the scenes is novel, ordering straight from the chef makes you feel pretty special.

What an amazing restaurant! Went as a party of six for a friend’s birthday, and everything was just perfect. We sat outside, the heaters were perfect for the nip in the air. The food and service was just excellent, would 10/10 recommend.

The service and food are top notch. The venue is great with outdoor seating, open kitchen seats and private booths. The food was amazing and even catered to our vegan friends diet. 7/5 would recommend 🤘

Beautiful little spot on Church Square with no tipping policy and delicious small plates. #Winning

Myself and a group of friends celebrated my birthday here over the past weekend and Chef Judi and her team went out of their way to make the experience amazing. The food, wine and vibe were incredible and i could not have asked a better venue!

5 star food and service. Lovely little eatery in the cbd. quiet on Sunday which makes it a lovely option for a Sunday roast. Chef is great.

Lovely small restaurant with open plan kitchen and view onto Church Square. The sort of place locals like to keep secret from tourists. Menu changes weekly and caters for all requirements. Dishes tasty and well presented. Wine selection includes well know premium names and theres a small bar with seperate entrance next door that has private booths if you want to just stop for a drink or cocktail after work. If you still have space for desert, the Wo nut is a must try if you have a sweet tooth.

Perfect gem in the centre of Cape Town with amazing wonderful gourmet food. We really enjoyed this little place. Service was personalised with shef Judy explaining the menu and having a chat and laugh with us all

Really good service. Staff always friendly. Great food and the menu is very unique. The shaded outdoor seating by a quiet street is a calm and inviting spot to start your morning or evening. Would give 5 stars if the portion sizes were a tiny bit bigger, but the food is amazing regardless.

We stayed near Pilcrow & Cleaver for a few days in Cape Town and ate there 3-4 times. The food is an excellent mix of upscale and accessible. And of meat and vegetables. And all sustainable. The menu changes weekly so you won’t have what we had, still the small plates were all fairly small and very pointed eg strong flavor and focused. The large plates were good sized and delicious. The wine menu is well put together and the drinks are great. We were here with and without kids and sat both inside and outside and have only the best to say about chef Judy, her crew, and their food.

Small plates and desert plates were lovely! Large plates were a bit disappointing and took a very long time to arrive. Nice gin-tails and good wine selection.

What a super gem in the CBD. Amazing food with personal service from the owner, Chef Judy. A must visit for a culinary experience above the rest.

This was our second dining experience at Pilcrow and Cleaver within a week. From the moment we walked in today, Chef Judi greeted us with amazing energy! It was wonderful to meet her and see Kayle again! The food was delectable, service impeccable and it was hard to select a favourite dish because they all tasted divine! One that stood out was the T-bone steak, beautifully presented, succulent with the most amazing flair of lemon! We already have made our next booking...what a gem in the heart of Cape Town! Also..take a look at their Gintails menu for something sassy! See you soon ladies!

We had the Restaurant Week lunch menu on Sunday and were blown away on every level.The food ,service and friendly hospitality have us looking forward to future visits.Thank you for a truly special experience.

Our hungry part of 4 arrived this morning and where seated in a super cozy booth (former elevator) and presented with menus that made it hard to choose from.Our coffees were great - but the food knocked us off our comfy seats. Extremely yummy!And then there was this amazing desert options we tried... Wow. All in all from interior design over service to food - A. M. A. Z. I. N. G.We will be back soon and spread the word 👌👌👌

Such a wonderful find! Food was delicious and service excellent.

What a wonderful place, food was amazing, such a lovely sundowner spot.

Oh my goodness, what a disappointment. My friend ordered the ‘warm broccoli salad’, but they ‘forgot’ the broccoli. Serving an incomplete dish, by leaving out the main ingredient, is unforgivable. When it was pointed out, they were rather unapologetic and indicated that they would bring the broccoli soonest. After half an hour, Chef Judi returned from the shop from where she bought the broccoli, and about 10 minutes later, the broccoli arrived at our table. By then, the rest of us had finished our meals. Having food arriving at different times is one of the most awful experiences one can have in a restaurant. In the end, they did not charge us for the broccoli dish, which we appreciated, but it did not compensate for a rather unpleasant experience.

Excellent wines service ok.Portions just a tad too small.if they put that 1 extra piece of pork on the plate 5 stars would be a definite

Amazing food. Small menu, exquisitely prepared and presented. Amazing decor and ambience. Only chefs, no serving staff, no tips..

The chefs does an amazing job with amazing food changing the menu every week.Would recommend to book their Sunday roads

Your New Favorite Restaurant OPEN 7 DAYS Amazing

Lovely new eatery in the middle of town with a lovely car facing outside. They serve honest, farm to table food. The portions are not too big. Vegetarian options available as well. And a real bonus is no tipping necessary since they pay good salaries👍

Everything about the Pilcrow experience was amazing! The food, the service, the restaurant itself. I will definitely go back again

Highly recommend it here! We had several breakfasts as it was conveniently outside our apartment and every time the food was top notch! They change the menu every week so there’s always something different to choose, but with the same quality throughout. Great atmosphere, lovely food and a great host too!

What a fantastic night out. The food was scrumptious, I highly recommend the mussels and the burger. The hand cut fries were an all round favourite. Though the menu does change so this might not be on the menu when you go. The wine list is good and everything was enjoyed an a lovely casual setting. The G&Ts were so pretty and the staff friendy and attentive. Will definitely be going back soon.

So valentines evening dinner...The ambiance is very cool and the food is delicious!The lack of waiters did let the meal down however...to be fair the restaurant was somewhat full, but not to the degree of delay we experienced.While each course brought me such high hopes, they were dashed by the time delay in between.All in all, Im not sure that the tasty food was quite enough. Guys focus on the food (its delicious) but please (for the sake of your customers) get some waiters!!!!

Refreshing new restaurant on Church Square. Amazing food and good service. Great daytime atmosphere with lots of greenery inside & out. Will be back often.

Very nice little place in the city. Has a great fresh menu. The pulled pork gnocchi was tasty.

Very disappointing sandwich which was not dealt with.

A refreshing and unique experience for eating out in Cape Town CBD. The food is reasonably priced and there is enough variety to cater for every taste. I would advise booking a seat at the counter so that you can engage with the friendly and amazing staff like Princess and Andisile. Highly recommended!

Came late, Chef was closing off, but did manage to get some grilled squid, very tasty! Need to make another turn to experience more consistent food, and be able to add the last star😁

I thoroughly enjoyed my corn waffle although I would have liked more hollandaise sauce and another egg. 👍

Excellent food, lovely, warm atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Great breakfast and good quick service. Super excited about this new location.

Really nice place, good coffee and lovely healthy food.Chefs offer an open experience to chat.

Absolutely fantastic spot, amazing food, great atmosphere and superb staff!!Winning at its finest, a complete must!

My wife and I celebrated Valentines day this year at Pilcrow & Cleaver.Although the area is lovely and their interiors design has been beautifully done, we were very disappointed with the service delivery and the overpriced food.Examples of poor service delivery include: Lack of attentive waiters, leaving the menus on the table for half the night, pouring wine to the brink of the wine glass and not checking in with us.Reasons why we think the food was overpriced is because the goat wonton starter was basically a breath of air - totally overpriced. But the low-light of the evening is when they served the lamb ribs which I needed to fork out R210 for. This excuse for a meal was basically four pieces of bone soaked in a flavour of meat fat (I wish I took a picture of the food to show you).The highlight of the evening was when we ended up in Steers to satisfy our hunger.We remain unconvinced that this restaurant will live up to other diners expectations.

Popped in for some dessert and had a great time.

Perfect spot in town for delicious food! Highly recommended!

Not the best steak. Setting was alright but you can do a lot better.

Fantastic place very friendly staff and good prices

Exquisite everything

Stunning place, vibe and food

Top nosh!

Definitely worth a visit.

Elegant and cosy

Interesting and delicious food

Friendly staff, great variety of drinks, and cozy bar area. Great place for a drink after a long days work!

A big surprise in Capy Town. Divine service and flavor.