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Bella's at Camps Bay Retreat

Bistro Cape Malay Contemporary International Seafood South African Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 7 Chilworth Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8040, South Africa
4.5
(152 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly

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Welcome to Bella’s at Camps Bay Retreat, where we are passionate about crafting exceptional lunch and dinner experiences with local, organic, and high-quality ingredients. From leisurely midday bites on the terrace to relaxed evening meals surrounded by nature, our menu is designed to celebrate seasonal flavours and soulful cooking.

Join us every Wednesday and Saturday for Curry Nights with a Cape Malay twist. A Taste of Spice brings together aromatic curries, vibrant sambals, and traditional sides. Served as a sharing platter, it’s the perfect way to savour soulful flavours in the open-air setting of Camps Bay Retreat, as the evening lingers on.
Reservations are recommended.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 07h00 - 21h30
  • Tuesday 07h00 - 21h30
  • Wednesday 07h00 - 21h30
  • Thursday 07h00 - 21h30
  • Friday 07h00 - 21h30
  • Saturday 07h00 - 21h30
  • Sunday 07h00 - 21h30

Reviews (152)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.4
Value 4.2
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.9
  • Patricia Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 24 Feb 26
    I always love when I go there I love to walk on the gardens

  • Arnout V. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Feb 26
    Balla’s at Camps Bay Retreat is an awesome place with great food and the most loveable and dedicated people serving.

  • Ali S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Glen B. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 22 Jan 26
    wonderful setting, very attentive and pleasant staff (and dog!).Relaxed ambience. Food ok but a little bland

  • Carla S. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Louise V. Dined: 3 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Oct 25
    One of the best dining experiences I've ever had! We decided on the Taste of Spice experience which absolutely blew us away! The presentation of the food was stunning and even more so the flavour. Venessa, the Hotel Manager's presence made us feel like we we're welcomed for a special meal in her home and the serving team was just delightful - attentive and caring, very heart warming. I'll definitely recommend to anyone looking for an intimate setting with out of this world views!

  • Marina L. Dined: 4 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Oct 25
    We had a beautiful relaxing afternoon with magnificent views. All the dishes we ordered - steak, fish&chips, pizza - were very well prepared and tasty. Very good service.

  • Siya R. Dined: 4 months ago
    2
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Oct 25
    I’m genuinely disappointed with the experience I had at Bella’s today. Having come to Camps Bay Retreat for years, I’ve always loved the setting and the dining — but this new restaurant has completely missed the mark. The risotto’s consistency was off, the dish lacked the pivotal garnish we were meant to have, and several items we ordered (like the fries) never even made it to the table. The seafood pasta was the biggest letdown — the fish tasted like it had been frozen forever, then defrosted and left watery and flavourless. Everything was overly oily and under-seasoned, making the entire meal feel careless. It’s such a shame to see the decline in quality here. Changing to Bella’s restaurant was, in my opinion, a bad decision. The overall standard has deteriorated drastically, and it’s really disheartening for those of us who have been loyal guests for years.

  • Piet D. Dined: 4 months ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 14 Oct 25
    A must vizit place. Excellent.

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