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Folk Cafe St. James

Bistro Burgers European Pizza South African Steakhouse Tapas
Location Pointer 54 Main Rd, St James, Cape Town, 7945, South Africa
4.5
(261 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Pet Friendly

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Folk Cafe is a family friendly restaurant located in St James, beside the iconic St James tidal pool. Folk offers an excellent variety of food, with a focus on using ethical ingredients (free range, grass fed and organic) that are locally sourced and produced wherever possible.

All of the cakes are baked in house and food from the seasonal menu is made fresh, and to order, for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The wood fired pizza can't be beat! There is also an extensive wine offering, beer on tap, milkshakes and smoothies for those with a sweet tooth, plus we roast and distribute our own signature coffee.

The location offers a playground for the kids and a sea view for the adults, live music every Saturday afternoon and a large outdoor area to accommodate bigger groups.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 07h00 - 16h00
  • Tuesday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 07h00 - 19h00

Reviews (261)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.3
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.5
  • David D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Catelynne H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Jade G. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Germa Z. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 19 Apr 26
    The group we took to your place, we were with 9 people, enjoyed their time at your place very much. Because of the weather we changed the booking from the outside to the inside and that was a good decision. The inside place is cosy and warm. The waiters responded very well on some extra requests. So...we enjoyed it. Thank you.

  • Gavin J. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 09 Apr 26
    Can never fault anything at Folk. Thank you Waiting (waitress) experience excellent

  • Meryl H. Dined: 1 month ago
    2
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 04 Apr 26
    Warm drinks, slow service and disappointing response from Management. Such a pity as the venue is perfect for families. Sorry won't be returning.

  • Kim m. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 29 Mar 26
    As frequent visitors we always have no complaints. Service and the friendliness of the staff go a long way to making the experience memorable.

  • Charisse W. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Mar 26
    One of our favourite restaurants this side of the bay, food is always fresh and tasty, the staff are super friendly and helpful, would highly recommend lunch or supper.

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