Reviews

• Woodstock

  Awesome vibe! We had such a great time soaking up the sun on the balcony—perfect spot to relax with a pineapple cocktail in hand. The atmosphere was lively yet laid-back, making it an ideal place to unwind. Perfect location for Friday cocktails here after work. The food? Absolutely to die for. The Mexican street corn stole the show for me - beautifully presented and incredible unique flavours. Every dish... Read this review

  Alex J

• Hout Bay

  Absolutely excellent! Some of the best service we have received in a very long time, from every member of the staff. The food is truly outstanding and the venue lovely. Would come and hang out for an extended time anytime.

  Daniel Burkuš

• Woodstock

  Wow wow. Mexicola Locale in Woodstock. What an amazing experience especially the mexican foods. It was delicious, service was great. Its definitely a mexican place to check out. Food portions are small but delicious. We had a variety of foods catered to our needs and what an amazing feast we had. The entire venue is clean and toilets as well.The bar was not stocked as we have hoped but... Read this review

  Darryl Nel

• Hout Bay

  Beautiful Mexican food. Fresh beautifully cooked fish tacos, chargrilled beef, spicy crispy nachos and THE best Burnt orange, roast almond drizzle dessert known to mankind! Wow! Best ever and fabulous service. Very intimate place and great for group of friends too! A must go to!

  Gill Lines

• Woodstock

  What a fantastic experience! The young owner went out of his way on a Friday afternoon to get me a non alcoholic Devils Peak lager when my wife mentioned I drank it and they didn't have stock. The food was soooo much better than any Mexican restaurant I've ever been to in South Africa ...and I've been to quite a few. The service was excellent and I am sure... Read this review

  Luke Ziegenhardt

• Hout Bay

  Absolutely love this place! It has been our second visit and definitely won’t be our last. The saudero taco is to die for. I’m not even exaggerating. The food quality is amazing, the vibe is great and the staff is absolutely wonderful! Highly recommend this restaurant ♥️

  Aleksandra Paduch

• Woodstock

  What a 10/10 experience! From the host to the food to the drinks - everything was amazing! We went as soon as it opened on our first day in Cape Town, and the setting was absolutely stunning. We tried 4 dishes based on our host’s recommendations (definitely trust him!) - every bite was mouth-watering.

  Prinisha Chetty

• Hout Bay

  Amazing Experience at Mexicola Locale! I had the pleasure of dining at Mexicola Locale in Hout Bay, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with a warm and friendly vibe. The atmosphere is lively, colorful, and feels authentically Mexican, making it the perfect spot for a fun night out. The service was top-notch. Our waiter, Robinson, was incredibly attentive and made... Read this review

  chad de klerk

• Woodstock

  On Thursday afternoon, my business partner and I agreed that enough is enough, June and July’s winter was cute, but August was pushing it. It’s absolutely freezing for no reason at all. After a shared rant, we decided to distract ourselves with belly-warming spicy food. Not just any spicy food, Mexican. Tacos, nachos, churros… and of course, margaritas. So it was settled, Mexico (in Cape Town), watch out, here... Read this review

  Paige Ellis Green

• Hout Bay

  I was in Hout Bay the other day and came across this Mexican restaurant / tequila bar which I have not been to before. I was so pleasantly surprised how awesome this place is! It was some of the best Mexican food I have ever had, and the frozen margaritas were unreal, make sure you order the jug, (or 2!). I have heard that it has new owners /... Read this review

  Mark Stillerman

• Woodstock

  I went to this lovely establishment for breakfast with my beautiful girlfriend. We both ordered the cleverly named “Not so English breakfast” and the breakfast dishes come with free coffee so I was very happy. We were served by Kamva, he was absolutely amazing and attentive. He recommended the breakfast item since I was so hungry, the food came out quite quickly, it was presented quite nicely on these... Read this review

  Robinson Hezagira

• Hout Bay

  If you are reading this review and considering dining here. Before I go on, make the reservation, it’s worth it. Mexican food is one of my favorites and I hardly pass up an opportunity to try the cuisine whenever I get a chance. There are some bigger name venues in more trendy locations within Cape Town, and having tried a few of them I can say that Mexicola is... Read this review

  Dan Moodley

• Woodstock

  Kamva was an excellent server! He went out of his way to make us bloody Mary’s (not on the menu) from scratch!!! I’m talking cooking tomatoes and jalapeños, blending and straining them! Who does that?! Absolutely incredible service.Great food and atmosphere too!

  Adam Maddison

• Hout Bay

  Outstanding. Warm and friendly service, excellent food, quaint and warm interior that was the perfect backdrop for an excellent night with friends drinking & eating. The food is absolutely exceptional and for the three of us we simply kept ordering 2 dishes at a time until we could barely move... the staff gave wonderful recommendations and for the 2 of us that hate coriander, they chuckled & made sure... Read this review

  Aaron T

• Woodstock

  Absolutely incredible food and vibes! The venue is modern and spacious and the staff make you feel so welcome as soon as you walk in. We had the most incredible frozen pineapple margaritas (would absolutely recommend!) to start our meal off and shared some appetizers that were fresh and delicious. The nachos were my absolute favorite, super flavorful without being too spicy and it was a generous portion. If... Read this review

  Mari Swartz

• Hout Bay

  Can’t fault anything.We went for a Saturday lunch, so it was understandably quiet- this has the potential for guests to receive substandard food and absent-minded service. Not a chance, we were greeted at the door with a smile and said we could sit anywhere, all staff smiled and greeted as we walked outside. We had a pineapple margarita and a virgin raspberry margarita, both recommended by our waiter and... Read this review

  Jeff Benporath

• Woodstock

  Really cool space, super friendly staff and the most delicious pineapple margaritas! The food is delicious and it’s an excellent place for big groups and events.

  Erin Tyga Milwidsky

• Hout Bay

  I recently had one of the most unforgettable date nights at Mexicola with my amazing girlfriend💚🌻, and wow. This place is something special! From the moment we arrived, the vibrant energy and colorful charm had us completely hooked. The ambience was electric yet cozy, with every corner of the space showcasing intricate details and bold design🤞🏿. The painted exterior is absolutely stunning. It’s like walking into a work of... Read this review

  Robinson Hezagira

• Woodstock

  From the moment we walked in, the warm atmosphere and friendly staff made us feel welcome. The Chicken Taquitos dish was absolutely delicious, with perfectly balanced flavors and fresh ingredients. Our server, Alex, was attentive and knowledgeable, offering great recommendations.The overall dining experience was fantastic, and I would definitely return.

  Evans Kore

• Hout Bay

  Loved loved loved!!! I’ve been wanting to try out this restaurant for ages but have been hesitant because it looked small and super rustic but I can’t wait to go back! The definition of don’t judge a book by its cover. The staff were so warm and welcoming and I would go back just to visit them. The food was DELICIOUS- every item was full of flavour and it... Read this review

  Bianca Marais