The Smiling Oven

A firm favourite among locals in Strand and constantly leaving tourists feeling happy and filled with great food, the Smiling Oven restaurant with an emphasis on traditional South African style cooking to be enjoyed. A wide variety of dishes ensure that guests always find something on the menu that appeal to them – weather it’s a delicious stew on rice, a light salad or a flavourful chicken or beef burger and chips. The Smiling Oven and the Kitchen Kafe are both kid friendly and offer some exceptional sweet and savoury meals, with a children’s menu of lighter meals. The decor is quirky and unique while the service is excellent, a great place for a casual but special outing with family or friends. This family owned and run restaurant has become very popular in Strand, serving some of the best baked goods and meals. Breakfasts like French toast with bacon and cheese or salmon and scrambled eggs are amazing, while main meals include freshly baked pies and quiches, gourmet sandwiches and sweet dishes like pancakes and caramel banana and South African favourites like a tasty milk tart and a warm malva pudding. Along with a great variety of hot drinks, The Smiling Oven keeps diners happy and satisfied, every time. Open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, Saturdays from 8 am to 1 pm and closed on Sundays.