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Die Damhuis

Seafood South African
Location Pointer 32 Beach Road Melkbosstrand
4.7
(7760 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sunsets
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly

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The Damhuis restaurant officially opened its doors in 2009 and comprises a series of interconnected sections, including the Fishermens Tent, die Voorhuijs and die Stampkroeg, over 1000 square meters. Dedicated to offering a dining experience that will make guests want to immediately book for another meal as soon as they leave, the passionate people at the Damhuis know what it takes to earn the coveted “culinary hotspot” title. But it wasnt always the brightest jewel in Melkbosstrands crown.

The Damhuis came into existence after it was built by Christiaan Brand using cow manure, sand, hay and whale bones (part of the restaurants walls are unplastered so that guests can view the original walls) around 1785. Brand and his family were the first residents in De Melkbosch (Melkbosstrand) and originally used the building as a ‘visschuur (fish barn) where fish were cleaned, salted and dried.


Next to it was a boathouse where fishing boats and nets were stored. The ‘visschuur later became known as the ‘damhuis – named after the dam right in front of the house. This dam was the result of a fountain that still springs crystal clear water to this day. The fountain still exists on the property. The tarmac road – the present Beach Road, however, has long since covered the dam.

Over many years, the building evolved from fish store to private residence, and with more and more urban development the natural spring fed dam, right in front of the Damhuis, had to make way for the current Beach Road. However, the natural water spring is still very much alive on the property.

Today, more than 200 years since Christiaan Brand and his family stayed here, the Damhuis has been declared as a National Monument and still stands proud as Damhuis Restaurant with its rich history and heritage along the beautiful seaside of Melkbosstrand.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 09h00 - 21h00
  • Wednesday 09h00 - 21h00
  • Thursday 09h00 - 21h00
  • Friday 09h00 - 21h30
  • Saturday 09h00 - 21h30
  • Sunday 09h00 - 21h00

Reviews (7760)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • KJ S. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Mariette Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lynette U. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 May 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Die Damhuis responded on Tue 19 May 26:
    Hello Lynette, Thank you for the fantastic rating - we really appreciate it. Join us for another memorable Sunday lunch again soon.

  • Andelie Z. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 May 26
    Great experience and as always Clayton was next level!

    Die Damhuis responded on Tue 19 May 26:
    Hello Andelie, Thank you for rating your recent experience. It’s always lovely having you, and I’m so glad you had such a great experience again. It’s also wonderful to know that everything from the food and service to the atmosphere made it such a good one. I’ll definitely pass your kind words on to Clayton - he’ll really appreciate that. See you again soon.

  • Tamsin J. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 May 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Die Damhuis responded on Tue 19 May 26:
    Hello Tamsin, Thank you so much for rating your recent lunch experience. We’re really glad you enjoyed your time with us and appreciate you taking the time to leave a rating. We hope to welcome you back again soon.

  • Mark K. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 May 26
    Superb service and food was out of this world My favourite restaurant in Cape Town

    Die Damhuis responded on Tue 19 May 26:
    Hello Mark, Thank you for this - what a great review to read. I’m so glad you enjoyed your time with us, and being called your favourite restaurant in Cape Town is really something. Hope to see you back again soon.

  • JC P. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 16 May 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Die Damhuis responded on Tue 19 May 26:
    Hello JC, Thank you so much for the lovely 5-star review. I’m so glad you chose to spend your Friday evening with us, and even more so that you enjoyed the experience. We really appreciate the support and hope to welcome you back to Damhuis again soon.

  • Janus S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 15 May 26
    Always a good experience

    Die Damhuis responded on Fri 15 May 26:
    Hello Janus, Thank you for the review. I'm so happy you enjoyed your dinner and so glad you keep having a good experience with us. See you again soon.

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