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For the pleasure of Italian coffee

Italian Coffee Shop in Hout Bay

Coffee is at the heart of Dario's, an Italian coffee bar and restaurant in one: espresso, macchiato, Italian cappuccino and lattes, served alongside cakes and pastries baked in-house.

Why Dario's

Stay a while with fast Wi-Fi, a slice of the cake of the day or tiramisu, or pick up a fresh juice or smoothie on your way along Main Road.

  • Italian coffee

    Espresso, macchiato, cappuccino and latte

  • Baked in-house

    Cakes, croissants, muffins and banana bread

  • Fresh juices

    Ginger shots, green juices and smoothies

  • Free Wi-Fi

    Fast Wi-Fi for guests

“Consistently good. Good service, good food, good atmos. Best coffee in a 'sit down' venue in Hout Bay. Ideal for breakfast if you are not looking for 'the full English' style.”
Greg W., guest review

On the menu

Coffee shop at Dario's

Prices in South African rand (ZAR). Ask your waiter about allergies.

Hot Beverages

All Vegetarian-friendly. Please ask your waiter for our selection of coffees, teas, and hot chocolate.

  • Espresso

    R28

  • Americano

    R30

  • Italian Cappuccino (single)

    R37

  • Grande Cappuccino (double)

    R45

  • Macchiato (single/double)

    R30 / R35

  • Caffè Latte

    R33

  • Babyccino

    R20

  • Hot Chocolate

    R35

  • Mocha

    R35

  • Chai Latte

    R35

  • Ceylon Tea

    R28

  • Specialty Tea

    R33

Cakes & pastries

  • Cake of the Day

    R70

  • Tiramisu

    The Italian classic

    R70

  • Affogato al Caffè

    espresso, grappa, ice cream

    R65

  • Plain Croissant

    R35

  • Muffin

    R45

  • Scone

    R45

  • Banana Bread

    R50

  • Homemade Croissant

    R50

Fresh Juices & Smoothies

  • Ginger Shot

    R30

  • The Ape

    apple, lemon, ginger

    R50

  • Green Mamba

    spinach, cucumber, apple, lemon

    R50

  • Galloping Orange

    orange, lemon, apple, carrot

    R50

  • Pine Hop

    pineapple, lemon, ginger

    R50

  • Beet It

    beetroot, ginger, cucumber, apple

    R50

  • Celery Detox

    celery, cucumber, apple, ginger

    R50

  • Green Smoothie

    green booster — celery, kale, cucumber, apple, banana

    R55

  • Tropical Smoothie

    pineapple, mango, banana, apple juice

    R55

  • Nutty Smoothie

    banana, honey, seeds, dates, almond milk

    R55

  • Island Smoothie

    berries, banana, oats, almond milk

    R55

  • Berry Smoothie

    mixed berries, banana, chia seeds, almond milk

    R70
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Good to know

Questions guests ask

Where is Dario's Café?
We are at 30 Main Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806, on Main Road in the centre of Hout Bay.
Are there vegetarian dishes?
Yes, including Margherita and Vegetariana pizza, Parmigiana di Melanzane, Pomodoro e Basilico and Aglio e Olio pasta, and the Verdes breakfast.
Do you have Wi-Fi and gift vouchers?
Yes. Fast Wi-Fi is available for guests, and gift vouchers are available.

Bookings & enquiries

Get in touch with Dario's

Book a table, plan a birthday or baby shower, or ask about private reservations for 30 or more guests. We reply as soon as we can; for same-day bookings, please call.

Address

30 Main Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806
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Find us

Visit Dario's Café in Hout Bay

Address

30 Main Road, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806

On Main Road in the centre of Hout Bay, a short drive from Chapman's Peak and the harbour.

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