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If you happen to be around The Whale House Museum, visit this restaurant. You are offered to eat good eggs benedict, fish cakes and seafood salads. The recipe for success of The Cuckoo Tree is its tasty lemon meringue, lemon meringue pie and lemon dessert. After a long working week, you can taste delicious michelada or good wine. Check out great iced coffee, cappuccino or tea.
The warm atmosphere of this place makes customers feel relaxed and have a good time. The staff is creative that's what makes this spot so nice. Guests say that the service is fine here. Prices at this restaurant deserve attention as they're average. From the guests' point of view, the decor looks lovely here. The Cuckoo Tree has received Google 4.7 according to the visitors' opinions.
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AmeenaAO
a month ago on Google
Absolutely one of our favourite finds in Hermanus! We loved it so much that we came back two mornings in a row for breakfast, and that says a lot. The interior is incredibly cosy and comfortable, with lots of windows, natural light, and great seating. But what really makes this place special is the atmosphere. It is genuinely family-run and family-friendly, and you can feel it in the energy of the place. Everyone seems like family, and you can tell the owners have put their heart into it. For us, the biggest highlight was how wonderful they were with our daughter. They brought out toys for her, were completely happy for her to roam around and be herself, made excellent suggestions for her breakfast, and were incredibly flexible and accommodating. As parents travelling with a little one, that kind of hospitality makes such a difference and was honestly the main reason we came straight back the next morning. The food itself was also excellent — delicious, comforting, and with that homemade feel that makes everything taste even better. And then came the lemon meringue! On our second visit, we asked about dessert and they recommended it. We weren’t particularly excited at first because neither of us is really into lemon desserts… but then they brought it out and it was an absolute SHOWSTOPPER. We couldn’t resist trying it, and WOW. It completely blew us away. Perfectly balanced, absolutely delicious, and easily one of the most memorable desserts we’ve had on this trip. Wonderful food, beautiful cosy setting, and genuinely warm people who make you feel at home. Absolutely worth a visit — don’t miss this place on your next trip to Hermanus! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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Geoff Powell
a month ago on Google
A friendly relaxed atmosphere combined with truly amazing food and drink. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Price per person: R 1–100
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10 months ago on Google
The Cuckoo Tree is one of those rare Hermanus spots that instantly makes you feel welcome the moment you step through the door. Tucked just off the main road, it has the charm of an old family home mixed with the comforting buzz of a much-loved local eatery. Whether you’re popping in for breakfast, a leisurely lunch, or a slice of something sweet, it consistently delivers a warm, authentic experience. The first thing you notice is the atmosphere—relaxed, personal, and wonderfully unpretentious. There’s a genuine homeliness to the dining room: mismatched chairs, family photographs, and that unmistakable smell of real food being cooked with care. Service is friendly in a way that doesn’t feel put-on; the staff actually recognize returning customers, and the conversations feel human rather than scripted. It’s the sort of place where you can sit for ages without anyone rushing you, which fits perfectly with the slow, coastal pace of Hermanus. The food is undeniably the star. Their breakfasts are some of the best in town—freshly baked breads, perfectly poached eggs, generous portions, and ingredients that taste like they’ve been sourced just down the road. The lunch menu is classic comfort fare done incredibly well, with dishes that are hearty without being heavy. The chicken pie and quiches are must-tries, and the salads are surprisingly vibrant and fresh. And then there’s the baking—cakes that look homemade because they are homemade, with flavours that actually match their appearance. The lemon meringue and carrot cake deserve special mention. Value for money is excellent, especially considering the quality and portion sizes. In a town where many restaurants lean into a “tourist price tag,” The Cuckoo Tree stays grounded, offering honest meals at prices that feel fair. It’s no surprise that it’s filled with a mix of locals and visitors throughout the day. If you’re in Hermanus and want a meal that feels like it’s been cooked with heart, The Cuckoo Tree is an absolute must. It’s warm, delicious, reliable, and refreshingly real—exactly what a family-run café should be. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates good food served with sincerity. Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Meal type: Breakfast Price per person: R 100–200
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Price range per person
ZAR 100 - ZAR 200
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Rothnick Croft Building, 155 High St, Hermanus, Western Cape, South Africa, 7200
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Outdoor seating
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Wheelchair accessible
Сredit cards accepted
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Opening hours
| SundaySun | Closed |
| MondayMon | 8:30AM-4PM |
| TuesdayTue | 8:30AM-4PM |
| WednesdayWed | 8:30AM-4PM 6:30PM-10:30PM |
| ThursdayThu | 8:30AM-4PM 6:30PM-10:30PM |
| FridayFri | 8:30AM-3:30PM 6:30PM-10:30PM |
| SaturdaySat | 8:30AM-3PM |
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