Northern Cape Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Northern Cape

March 16, 2018 Margarita Chappel

The Northern Cape (Afrikaans: Noord-Kaap; Tswana: Kapa Bokone) is the largest and most sparsely populated province of South Africa. It was created in 1994 when the Cape Province was split up. Its capital is Kimberley. It includes the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park, part of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, an international park shared with Botswana. It also includes the Augrabies Falls and the diamond mining regions in Kimberley and Alexander Bay. The Namaqualand region in the west is famous for its Namaqualand daisies. The southern towns of De Aar and Colesberg, in the Great Karoo, are major transport nodes between Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. In the northeast, Kuruman is known as a mission station and also for its artesian spring, the Eye of Kuruman. The Orange River flows through the province, forming the borders with the Free State in the southeast and with Namibia to the northwest. The river is also used to irrigate the many vineyards in the arid region near Upington.
Things to do in Northern Cape

1. Vergelegen Restaurant

N14, Kakamas 8870, South Africa Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Validated Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible African, Steakhouse, Bar, Contemporary, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Drinks, Breakfast, Dinner +27 54 431 0976
Excellent
66%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 71 reviews

Vergelegen Restaurant

Vergelegen Restaurant compliments the oasis like hospitality complex it is part of near the Northern Cape town of Kakamas. On the premises you can dine in our intimate a la carte restaurant which had numerous write-ups. Dine at the fireplace or outside on the patio and enjoy a sundowner and hearty meal. A feast of cuisine to excite everybody's taste buds are prepared by our gourmet chef and personally served by the owners. Fully licensed. The decor and style of the restaurant inside becomes the playground for the creative minds of the owners. Simplicity and effective, yet subtle statements, keeps the eye wondering but the mind at ease (relaxed). A space where tourist and business people alike, feel comfortable and looked after.Vergelegen Coffee Shop has established itself as one of the best tea and coffee houses in the Northern Cape. Made famous as the place of inspiration as well as a place to relax and cool down. Experience the magic yourself. Visit us and savour a cup of tea or coffee before venturing out to explore historic Kakamas and the surrounding area.Vergelegen Cocktail Lounge offers lovingly made libations in the heart of the Northern Cape. Our Mission is to help revive the lost art of mixing drinks, striving for balance in every glass. Each day we craft mixers by hand—a selection of specialty liqueurs, syrups, digestifs, and vermouths, as well as a dizzying array of bitters and tinctures—to respect the quality and character of each spirit. From a profound respect for the classics to the adventure of unique flavor combinations, ours is a perpetual quest for the new frontier of the cocktail. We use only local produce, the freshest ingredients, and natural sugars, with a constant nod to the seasons that make up the Kakamas landscape. These passions find their home in our Cocktail Lounge, where conversations abound and drinking is elevated to a culinary experience. Facilities for conferences up to 30 people. Catering available on request. Ideal for private meetings and promotions. Catering for all occasions, venues and functions. Cocktail Lounge/Bar available on premises. The decision to stay another night, by many a guest, was made after their eating experience in this uniquely created environment.

Reviewed By jesus a

Excelent restaurant with very well done meat main dishes and started. We tryed T-bone, lamb chops and pork ribs and all was amazing, and for starter we ate carpaccio. The guesthouse looks pretty well, clean and with a lovely garden with swimming pook. Service workers...MoreDear Sir We humble accept all your beautiful words of compliments. As a business we strive to please and always do better. Looking foward to welcome you as our guest next time. when you are in the region. My warmest Vergelegen regrds Anelma

2. Plattelander

Die Platterlander Restaurant, Kerstraat 4, Colesberg 9795, South Africa Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar African, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +27 51 753 0666
Excellent
48%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 244 reviews

Plattelander

The building was built in the 1800s, originally a church. It's located next to a supermarket and opposite a church with a tall steeple. Waiter's called Hannes.

Reviewed By CraigvE - Pretoria, South Africa

What a gem the Platterlander is for people stopping over in Colesberg, although I’m sure the locals love it too. Quaint in its decor, with a fair amount of Seating both upstairs and downstairs, this a lovely restaurant that is well worth a visit. The service was excellent in both its friendliness and the sufficient time taken to serve our order. For vegetarians the vegetable curry is recommended, while I found the lamb chops quite wonderful.

3. Cluster d'Hote

Piet Retief Street | Norhtern Care, Sutherland 6920, South Africa Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards International, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner +27 23 571 1436
Excellent
70%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 188 reviews

Cluster d'Hote

As one of the oldest houses, circa 1880 in Piet Retief Street, this Victorian dollhouse was renovated in 2007 by the Marais family, to become a prestige Restaurant in Sutherland, namely Cluster d&apos; Hote Restaurant.<br><br>Originally this was one of seven flat roof sandstone houses, used by farmers as town houses to attend Sunday church services. Saying also goes that during the Anglo Boer War POW, woman and children from the Tankwa-Karoo area was kept in this area and this house was used as a hospital for them.<br><br>Redolent with antiques and collectibles Cluster d&apos; Hote Restaurant represents the vision of Johann and Anelia Marais of serving quality rather than quantity dishes. We hope that by the end of the evening, you as our respected diner will share this vision.<br><br>At 6pm the doors open, serving traditional Karoo cuisine to the very highest of standards. The cuisine various on a daily basis, depending on the availability of products here in the Roggeveld, this provides Anelia, the chef, a certain challenge in ensuring the flair and superb presentation.<br><br>Certain dishes have become trademarks at Cluster d&apos; Hote, this being our signature dish Lamb shank. Also well know favourites are Bobotie, homemade Chicken pie and Swiss trimmed beef fillet.<br><br>The focus however remains on variety, fusion of flavours and combination of ingredients.<br><br>So come and enjoy a gastronomical feast in an astronomical environment, at<br>Cluster d&apos; Hote in Sutherland.

Reviewed By David C - Benoni, South Africa

We had dinner here on reccommendation which was a worth while experience as the Lamb Shanks were just great. I am a lover of roast potatoes too & the ones served were really good & complimented the lamb. Albeit an expensive meal. The service by Johan was attentive & the dining room was nice & cosy. It is worth a visit when in Sutherland.

4. Occidental Bar & Restaurant

Tucker Street | Big Hole Complex, Kimberley, South Africa Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Bar, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast +27 53 831 1296
Excellent
39%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 148 reviews

Occidental Bar & Restaurant

Reviewed By OctoberSand - Roodepoort, South Africa

The restaurant is located inside the museum town so you need to park at the Big Hole Museum Parking. It is a pub type setting, the waiters are friendly, the service is good. The pork belly (starter and main) is very, very good.

5. Tauren Steak ranch

2 Hospital Street, Springbok 8240, South Africa Parking Available, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Television Steakhouse, Barbecue Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +27 71 227 17
Excellent
44%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 218 reviews

Tauren Steak ranch

Reviewed By Willem A

I have been travelling through Springbok regularly since 1974 and was pleasantly surprised to discover Tauren - which apparently opened in 1987 ! Lovely atmosphere and really good steaks. Service is good under the watchful eye of the manager. The lamb neck and lamb shank is also good.

6. JC

Church Street, Colesberg 9795, South Africa Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible Pub, Pizza, Diner Lunch, Dinner, Drinks +27 51 753 1170
Excellent
47%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 69 reviews

JC

Reviewed By jeaninevisser v - Bloemfontein, South Africa

Nice economical food, in clean restaurant with a truly karoo feel to it. Service was good, and food didn’t take long to prepare. Helps wen your traveling through, and need a quicker bite to eat.

7 Church Street, Colesberg 9795, South Africa Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar African, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +27 51 753 1582
Excellent
41%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 153 reviews

Bordeaux

Reviewed By Adam S

We were only in Colesberg for a night and were recommended Bordeaux for dinner. A great choice! A restaurant full of character with local jams and preserves for sale and displayed on shelves by the bar. We enjoyed a Greek salad and a chicken burger from the extensive menu. Service was spot on and friendly. It was a really nice welcome to Colesberg and won't be quick forgotten.

8. Die Blou Nartjie Gastehuis en Restaurant

Waterstraat 35, Calvinia 8190, South Africa Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Wheelchair Accessible Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch +27 27 341 1263
Excellent
39%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 68 reviews

Die Blou Nartjie Gastehuis en Restaurant

Reviewed By jacqueso - Cape Town Central, South Africa

To find an outstanding meal like this in the hinterland very surprising. Great food with great service and smiling faces. Had one of my best steaks ever. Will recomend to all must visit if in the area!!

9. Mohawk Spur Steak Ranch

120 Du Toits Road | Civic Centre, Kimberley 8301, South Africa Wheelchair Accessible, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Delivery, Parking Available, Highchairs Available Steakhouse, Barbecue Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$8 +27 53 832 9412
Excellent
41%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 77 reviews

Mohawk Spur Steak Ranch

Spoil your family & eat out at Mohawk Spur. We are the best steakhouse & burger restaurant in Kimberley. Bring along your kids for some great tasting food & dessert from our famous Spur menu.

Reviewed By U9128KUjamesp - London, United Kingdom

This steakhouse is well run. All the staff are professional and courteous. The menu (as with all Spurs) is varied and good value for money. It is easy to find and has secure parkingDear U9128KUjamesp, Thank you for the awesome 5 ⭐ review! We sincerely appreciate it and look forward to seeing you again, soon! Kind regards, Spur Steak Ranches

10. Angel Heart

53 Long Street, Kimberley 8301, South Africa Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff Cafe Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch +27 53 831 5577
Excellent
63%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 42 reviews

Angel Heart

Reviewed By Louis G - Cape Town

If you want to experience Real Koffee in Kimberley there is only one establishment, which I find, delivers and that is ANGEL HEART. Forget about the mediocre single origins and blends found at day to day establishments at ANGEL HEART you will be served kickass espresso's , cortado's, machiato's and the like prepared by Wallace and his team of baristas with energy, attitude and of course great HEART. They have a concise menu which caters for all taste including a Banting breakfast, which is difficult to find in Kimberley. The concise menu also helps in getting the food to the table in an efficient waiting time. If you want a quiet mediocre coffee do not go to Angel Heart but if you are in the mood for kickass coffee in a vibrant, loud and energetic setting then visit Angel Heart. TIP - engage with Wallace on the subject of coffee and experience his passion and love for all drinks caffeinated.

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