Physical Address
Pearly Beach
Western Cape
7220
At the heart of Baardskeerdersbos, Marietjie’s Restaurant is more than a place to eat — it’s an experience of warmth, creativity, and country hospitality rolled into one.
Step inside and you’ll find shelves lined with homemade jams, balsamic reductions, and pickled treasures. Between them, bursts of colour small and large painting as well as quirky metal sculptures which make the space feel like a cross between a gallery and a grandmother’s kitchen. It’s homely, yet full of surprise.
The menu, too, tells a story. Thick-cut chips arrive golden and crisp beside a mushroom-topped cheeseburger, the kind that tastes of real ingredients and slow care. Another plate brings sticky ribs, rich and glossy, paired with crunchy fried chicken bites and a creamy dipping sauce. Every dish is hearty, honest, and unpretentious — food that comforts without trying too hard.
And then there’s the ritual that locals swear by: a flask of freshly brewed coffee, perfect for a lazy Sunday drive or a detour through the valley. At Marietjie’s, even takeaway coffee feels grounded — earthy, aromatic, and best enjoyed under a tree or on the stoep watching tractors go by.
Whether you come for a meal, to browse the jars and artworks, or just to share a pot of coffee with friends, Marietjie’s captures the spirit of Baardskeerdersbos — creative, welcoming, and deliciously down to earth.
