Must-see restaurants in Cape Town

  • Bu Ya

    Cape Town

    Fusion ramen is the order of the day here – lemon chicken broth or coconut cream miso meets Korean-style kimchi, Japanese braised pork belly and marinated…

  • O’ways Teacafe

    Cape Town

    Pronounced ‘always’, this stylish, relaxing place is fully vegetarian, and offers tasty choices such as soya-chunk and chickpea curry, creamy gnocchi and…

  • Ceviche Bar

    Cape Town

    Perched above a designer clothing store, this tiny eatery is the latest in Cape Town''s string of single-dish restaurants. You can choose from half a…

  • Dairy Den

    Sea Point to Hout Bay

    You can grab dessert on the go at this tiny cafe specialising in soft serve and doughnuts. Ice cream toppings include peppermint crisp, Belgian chocolate…

  • Haru

    Cape Town

    This spartan space on a busy road serves decent sushi and generous portions of noodles. There are also a couple of Korean ramyeon dishes on the menu.

  • Clifford & Sandra's

    Cape Town

    At the market next to Khayelitsha Station, ask around to find this shack serving tasty and excellent traditional chow. Clifford will pour water over your…

  • The Eatery

    Cape Town

    This neighbourhood eatery in a small shopping plaza specialises in wood-fired steaks, burgers and milkshakes. It attracts everyone from students to…

  • Janse & Co

    Cape Town

    This marvellous space has been through a number of incarnations. At the helm now is local chef Arno Janse van Rensburg, who serves up something between…

  • Kloof St House

    Cape Town

    Live jazz played during Sunday lunch (1pm to 4pm) is a highlight of this eclectically decorated restaurant in a Victorian mansion. It's a romantic spot…

  • Café Riteve

    Cape Town

    Decent kosher cafe that's in the same complex as the South African Jewish Museum and the Great Synagogue. The wide-ranging menu includes snacks and…

  • Nomzamo

    Cape Town

    This spotlessly clean butchers generally has a relaxed, peaceful vibe since it doesn’t sell alcohol. The cuts of meat – beef, lamb, pork, sausages and…

  • Babbo's

    Cape Town

    This new place, run by the same people as Pesce Azzurro up the road, specialises in pizza as well as pasta – all keenly priced and fine for a quick and…

  • No. 89 Bree

    Cape Town

    Salmon is the focus at this tiny cafe on trendy Bree St, whether smoked or seared. The menu is as small as the premises, featuring a couple of sandwiches,…

  • La Petite Tarte

    Cape Town

    Fancy teas by Mariage Frères and delicious home-made, sweet and savoury French-style tarts are served at this cafe with street-side tables. However, it's…

  • Queen of Tarts

    Cape Town

    This charming cafe, decorated like your granny’s kitchen, serves sweet and savoury tarts and other delish confections. You'll also find their tarts on…

  • Malibongwe

    Cape Town

    Tripe curry and grilled meats are among the traditional dishes served at this pleasantly decorated and spacious restaurant and bar at the base of Lookout…

  • Biesmiellah

    Cape Town

    Not big on atmosphere, Biesmiellah nonetheless offers authentic and spicy Cape Malay and Indian food in a room decorated with tapestries of Mecca. It’s…

  • Groova Park

    Cape Town

    It doesn't have a sign but you'll know this butchery and braai (barbecue) joint by the many cars parked outside on a weekend afternoon – and the happy…

  • Sorbetiere

    Cape Town

    Cool down with luscious locally made ice creams and sorbets at this tiny cafe inside the street-art decorated Side Street Studios. It also serves coffee.

  • Sea Point to Hout Bay

    Slick vegetarian and vegan place offering freshly pressed juices, smoothies, breakfast bowls, salads and wraps.