The dining rooms in Five Flies have some character but the food and service were not worth the price we paid for our meals. And there was a fly in my sauvignon blanc...ironic. .

While the setting was pretty, the food did not match the ambiance. We were 1 of 2 tables occupied in one dining room until the busload of diners entered taking up 2 long tables in the next room which really deterred the quaintness of the place and definitely, the service we then received. The food was not exceptional, especially considering... More

We have been going to The Five Flies at least once on every trip to Cape Town for the last 17 years. Regrettably I have to say, this was the last time. It has been take over by somebody called Jo-Anne, who has turned this National Monument into a disaster! The food was inedible (We sent 3 of the main... More

We visited this restaurant twice during our stay as we were very impressed on our first visit. Varied menu with excelled service. The building is nothing short of charming and offers a wonderful setting. Food quality was stunning and presentation was amazing One thing that could be improved is consistency. I ordered the same dessert each time and it was... More

Went to Five Fkies during easter weekend, after running Two Oceans and wanted to spoil ourselves with a good meal. Very dissapointing meal, and it does not come cheap. Our steaks came very rare, it was send back but came back rare again. They took it of the bill, but I wont go back.

If you are looking for simple décor in elegant surroundings this is the place to go. The menu is small which means that each dish comes out looking and tasting as though it has been lovingly and carefully prepared. The loin of venison, goat's cheese ravioli and rib eye were all declared fabulously delicious. I had vanilla crème brûlée which... More

five flies offers great food. we usually go there when we are in cape town. the restaurant is not cheap but the food is worth the money. the last time i went there, i had smoked salmon as a starter and an filet steak as a main course. i loved both dishes. there also have a smoking section which is... More

We first visited this restaurant last year and liked it so much we returned again. The surroundings are interesting, it is in an old dutch house and the food is excellent. Not one of the cheapest options but more than worth it. This is real fine dining.

We made a reservation to this restaurant after a few people recommended it however the service was slow and the food was ok, a little expensive for South africa Beautiful place and decor, need a little organization they change us from the first table they seated us and then forgot about us, the waiter was very nice but we think... More