KwaMdu’s

Imizamo Yethu is a very close-knit community. So much so that establishments are rarely referred to by their official names, but rather the person(s) who own them. Silver DM Cafe, is called KwaMdu’s (Mdu’s Place) by locals and should you inquire about it as its official name, you might be told that it doesn’t exist.

Open daily from 10am – 10pm on weekdays and ‘til 2am on the weekend, customers can purchase raw pork, beef, lamb or chicken to either be prepared and enjoyed on site or as a takeaway. Accompaniments such as chakalaka and steamed bread are available as well. The kitchen is well versed in juicy burgers, hearty platters and filling stews.

What is a calm cafe during the day, with both local and international news playing from the big screen; slushies and soft serve pouring for the neighborhood kids looking for an after school treat, turns into a lively chillaz (get together) at night with DJs playing gqom, house music and local hip hop. Found on Sisulu Street, a block above the taxi rank, to the left, you can reach KwaMdu’s with relative ease during the day. Though please be sure to arrange a meeting point with a local guide or the owner during the evening. We suggest the SAPS Hout Bay Police Station as you enter Imizamo Yethu.

KwaMdu’s is directly accessible from the street, though guests with mobility issues might struggle with the flight of stairs that separate the main dining area – and open kitchen – from the mezzanine area where the DJs play. When it’s a packed house, with the music pouring from the speakers, both dance floors fill up and the party ends up being exactly where you are. Both alcoholic beverages and soft drinks stay chilled for guests of all lifestyles as owners want to make sure everyone feels welcome KwaMdu’s.