Cape Town’s restaurants reflect the many communities and cultures that have made the city their home. You can find food from across Africa, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas, often without having to travel very far from the city centre. You don’t have to leave Cape Town to eat your way around the world.
This guide brings together restaurants and eateries offering different international cuisines, from Portuguese, French and Greek to Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Lebanese, Ethiopian, Mexican and many others. Whether you are looking for a particular cuisine or simply want to try something different, this is a way to explore the variety of food available across Cape Town.
On this page:
Japanese |Chinese |Thai |Korean |Vietnamese |Indian |South America & Caribbean |Mexican |
Ethiopian |West African & Other African |Lebanese |Portuguese |Italian |French |Greek |Spanish |Russian
Japanese
Japanese cuisine includes a wide range of dishes and cooking traditions, with rice, noodles, seafood, vegetables and soy products among its common ingredients. Well-known Japanese foods include sushi, sashimi, tempura, ramen, udon and yakitori. Japanese cooking also places importance on seasonal ingredients and the presentation of food. Cape Town’s Japanese food scene includes traditional Japanese restaurants as well as establishments combining Japanese cooking with other cuisines.It has grown immensely, moving far beyond basic conveyor-belt sushi to offer deeply authentic izakayas, dedicated ramen bars, and high-end fusion dining.
Obi restaurant
-Shop 2, 14 Long St, Cape Town City Centre-Â +27 21 418 4040
-Traditional Japanese cuisine; recommended are the fresh nigiri, Nasu Miso and pristine tempura.
Izakaya Matsuri
6, The Rockwell, 32 Prestwich St, Green Point –+27 21 421 4520
A cosy, underground space below the Rockwell building. Specialities include Tonkotsu Ramen, excellent starter platters, and authentic Japanese drinks
Yatai Japanese
Ground Floor, 87 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre 27 21 109 8094
Recommended are their Wagyu Ramen, confit duck gyoza, and chicken katsu sandos. Street parking or secure parkades like the nearby Bree or Heritage Square garages.
How’s Your Oni?
47 Main Rd, Green Point +27 76 738 3132
Famous for its Wagyu beef dishes and authentic Onigiri (stuffed rice triangles wrapped in seaweed) Street parking available.
Three Wise Monkeys
77 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Â 021 433 1837
Japanese with a  South African spin on their broth, their Beef Brisket Ramen and poke
Nikkei Japanese Peruvian
87 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre   021 109 0081
Nikkei cuisine is a seamless blend of Japanese precision and bold Peruvian flavours. Highlights include their tuna ceviche, braised short rib, and signature sushi. Street parking or secure parkades like the nearby Bree or Heritage Square garages.
Chinese
Chinese cuisine varies considerably between regions, with different ingredients, cooking methods and flavours found across the country. Common ingredients include rice, noodles, vegetables, seafood, pork and poultry, while well-known dishes include dumplings, fried rice, stir-fries, hot pot and Peking duck. Major regional traditions include Cantonese, Sichuan, Hunan and Shandong cuisine.
The Red Room
76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, Beneath the Mount Nelson Hotel, 021 483 1516
This is an opulent, luxury subterranean speakeasy that evokes a sultry 1930s Shanghai glamour. Â Cantonese style, known for high-end dim sum, perfectly crisp Peking Duck, and premium grilled meats
Tomson
Located at 120 Bree Street  073 811 8245
Hong Kong-style diner specialising in flavorful, spicy South Cantonese street food. Their Ginger and Scallion Beef, wok-fried noodles, and chilli-loaded potstickers are recommended
HeSheng
269 Main Road, Sea Point   021 433 0739
A family-run restaurant. Recommended are the  handmade Xiaolongbao (pork soup dumplings Pair them with their crispy Beef Roll Cakes, pan-fried stuffed buns, and a garlic seaweed salad
Thai
Thai cooking is built around contrast: sweet, sour, salty, spicy and savoury flavours often appear in the same meal. Curries, stir-fries, noodles, soups and rice dishes are central, with ingredients such as lemongrass, lime, chilli, ginger and coconut giving Thai food its distinctive character.
Yindee’s Authentic Thai Restaurant
22 Kamp St, Gardens 021 422 1012
This restaurant is recommended for traditional Thai. Expect genuine flavour contrasts, rich curries, and a traditional cushion-seating section on the floor.
Aiyara Thai Restaurant
65 Durban Rd, Mowbray 021 689 6156
Authentic flavours prepared by Thai chefs. Â Phad Thai and Basil Noodles Khew-Teow Khi-Mao are recommendedÂ
Wang Thai
Lagoon Beach, Milnerton  021 551 9254
Premium Thai dining. The Massaman Prawn Curry and Green Seafood Curry are recommended
Noodle Box
- 50 Kloof St · 063 676 0379
- Newlands 060 704 3499
Specialising in ‘U-Pour-Mien’ (sizzling hot oil poured directly over the bowl) and exclusive use of free-range chicken and premium beef fillet.
Simply Asia
(Heritage Square, 94 Shortmarket St, CBDÂ Â 021 426 4347
A widespread franchise, the Heritage Square branch in the inner city stands out for a high-quality offering. Serving Bangkok-style street food.
Korean
Korean food has plenty of heat, but chilli is only part of the story. Fermented foods, grilled meats, rice, noodles and vegetables feature strongly, with kimchi perhaps its best-known contribution. Korean meals are also often served with several smaller side dishes, making the table as much a part of the meal as the main dish.
Gogi Korean BBQ
St Peter’s Square Observatory 076 5808915
1 Dean St, Newlands 073 282 5037
A halal branch in Observatory in Cape Town, authentic Korean barbecue offers delicious bulgogi, fried chicken, and Korean sushi, complemented by delicious soju.
Chopsticks & Table
50 New Church Street, city centre 021 422 1884
A la carte dishes such as Korean ramen noodles called ramyeon and a Korean poke bowl filled with vegetables, rice and salmon, tuna, or try the table-sharing menus for four guests
Maru Korean Steakhouse
107 Bree Street, Cape Town 021 109 0039
Enjoy a three-course steakhouse sharing experience. Street parking or secure parkades like the nearby Bree or Heritage Square garages.
Seoul Pocha Korean Restaurant
Church Street, Rondebosch, Cape Town, Â 087 470 1260
Authentic Korean cuisine and traditional favourites like bibimbap, Korean BBQ, and hearty stews.
Vietnamese
Fresh herbs, vegetables, noodles and light broths are at the heart of Vietnamese cooking. Pho may be the dish most familiar internationally, but Vietnamese food also includes rice-paper rolls, banh mi, noodle salads and a wide variety of seafood and meat dishes. Fish sauce, lime and fresh herbs provide much of its characteristic flavour.
Yen’s Vietnamese Street Food:
19 Dixon Street, Cape Town 071 156 6782
Authentic 24-hour beef pho (aromatic rice noodle soup broth) bone broths with a focus on fresh ingredients
Saigon Vietnamese Restaurant.
Kloof Street, Cape Town Central, 021 424 7670
South Africa’s first Vietnamese restaurant, Vietnamese and modern Asian fusion. Features a rooftop deck with great views,Â
 Viet Roots
57 Buitenkant St  073 480 5296
Freshly made Bánh Mì baguettes, Bun noodle bowls, or their signature Vietroots crispy spring rolls.
Indian
Indian cuisine varies considerably between regions, with different ingredients, cooking methods and spice combinations found across the country. Curries, rice dishes, breads, lentils, vegetables and grilled foods are common, while dishes such as biryani, dosa, samosa and tandoori foods represent only some of the country’s many regional traditions. Cape Town’s Indian restaurants include establishments serving North Indian, South Indian and Kerala-style food, as well as restaurants offering Indian-influenced or contemporary menus
Thali restaurant
3 Park Road Gardens. 021 286 2110
A multi-course tapas offering; you get to sample a sequence of small plates instead of one large curry
Bombay brasserie
Cnr Wale Str & St Georges Mall at the Taj hotel- parking available  021 819 2000
Classic dishes—such as paneer tikka masala, pani puri, and lamb rogan josh—in an opulent setting with world-class Taj standards.
Vadivelu
151 Kloof St, Gardens; limited parking on Kloof Street  021 300 5777
A blend of traditional and novel South African-Indian fusion flavours. Highlights include their highly praised tamarind fish curry, prawn curry, and their signature infused Kulfi ice cream.
Shamani indian Cuisine
74 Roodebloem Rd, Woodstock 021 486 9774
Authentic North and South Indian food with excellent vegan and vegetarian options. Their garlic naan and fire-roasted Baingan Bharta are highly recommended.
Eastern Food Bazaar
96 Longmark St, Cape Town City Centre  021 461 2458
A well-known canteen-style market lane is the place for a quick, no-frills, affordable meal. Order huge portions of chicken tikka, biryanis, or real Durban bunny chows directly from the counters
South America and the Caribbean
The food of South America and the Caribbean reflects a mixture of Indigenous, European, African and other cultural influences, with each country developing its own traditions. Expect plenty of grilled meats, seafood, rice, beans, tropical fruit, fresh herbs and spices, with flavours ranging from the fiery to the subtly seasoned. In Cape Town, this broad range is represented by cuisines including Brazilian, Argentine, Peruvian, Cuban and Jamaican food.
Banana Jam Cafe
157 2nd Ave, Kenilworth +27 21 674 0186
A tropical paradise in a  garden with an on-site craft microbrewery (Afro Caribbean Brewing Company)  The extensive menu includes classic island dishes like Crazy Goat Curry, slow-simmered Jerk Chicken Pasta, and Honey Rum Wings
Jamaica Me Crazy
74 Roodebloem Rd, Woodstock, 079 549 8759
This multi-story bar with an upstairs balcony has views over the harbour and mountains. Upbeat reggae music accompanies. Caribbean-themed menu including spicy Jerk Meatballs, hearty Jambalaya, Caribbean pizzas layered with banana and bacon, and tropical signature cocktails.
Cuban
Cape to Cuba
165 Main Road, Kalk Bay, Cape Town | 021 788 1566
Quirky eatery with a sand floor and mismatched furniture serving standard hearty “peasant food” mixing Cuban, Cajun, and local elements. Notable menu highlights include their Seafood Paella, fresh line fish caught straight from the adjacent harbour, and a signature chocolate chilli fillet steak; they claim to have introduced the first Mojito to South Africa. Live Latin music and bands every Sunday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Parking is limited, and it may be wise to get a lift.
Peruvian
Nikkei
87 Bree Street, Cape Town Central, ZA 8000 Â 021 109 0081
A vibrant fusion of Japanese and Peruvian flavours, Robata grills, ceviche and a delicious variety of raw and marinated delicacies.Â
Charango Bávaro
114 Bree Street, Cape Town City Centre, 021 422 0757.
Authentic Peruvian Nikkei cuisine. Recommended are Ceviche (fresh raw fish cured in citrus juices and spiced with chili). And slow-cooked pork belly, dirt-roasted sweet potatoes, and perfectly shaken Pisco Sours.
Argentinian
Don Armando
20 Obern St, De Waterkant, Cape Town   021 418 1462
Traditional Argentinian Parrilla (Steakhouse authentic wood-fired grilling style. Exceptional dry-aged cuts like the Don beef cut and Colita de Cuadril (rump) are served alongside traditional melted provoleta cheese and house-made chimichurri.
Brazillian
Baianos Café
Vredenburg Lane, Long Street, Cape Town City Centre. +27 71 147 0407
Authentic Brazilian (Bahian Comfort Food) A women-owned café celebrates the food, music, and aesthetics of Bahia, Brazil. Traditional snacks like crispy chicken coxinha, freshly squeezed tropical juices, and strong Brazilian coffee.
Mexican
Mexican cuisine combines Indigenous Mesoamerican food traditions with ingredients and cooking methods introduced during the Spanish colonial period. Corn, beans, chillies, tomatoes and squash are among its traditional ingredients, while dishes such as tacos, tamales, enchiladas, mole and pozole are associated with different regions of Mexico. Mexican food varies considerably from one region to another.
Hacienda
92 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre  021 422 0128
021 422 0128Baja California-inspired coastal cuisine. Tableside-prepared guacamole, sea bass ceviche, brisket tacos, and a large selection of premium tequilas. Street parking or secure parkades like the nearby Bree or Heritage Square garages.
Una Más – MezcalerÃa
Shop 2, 77 Regent Rd, Sea Point  087 470 0296
Specialising in artisanal tacos, loaded nachos, and Spicy Paloma cocktails.
Chingadas Mexican Cantina
50 Orange Street 021 201 0325
A cantina with a great outdoor seating space. Try their pork carnitas tacos or chicken nachos
 Mamacita’s Cape Town
75 Harrington St, District Six  083 660 5515
Tex-Mex and LA street food. With weekly specials, try their Pork Birria Tacos and Queso Skillet.
El Burro Greenpoint
81 Main Road  021 433 2364
 A cosy, stylish setting with handmade tortillas, chicken enchiladas, and chilli poppers.Â
The Fat Cactus
- Gardens, +27 21 422 5022, 5 Park Road
- Woodstock, 160 Albert Rd, 021 447 1713
- Tyger Valley 21 Mispel Rd,
- 47 Durban Road, Mowbray, 021 685-1920
- Sea Point
Tex-Mex. Best known for its jug-sized frozen margaritas, chilli poppers, and cowboy nachos.
Ethiopian
Ethiopian cuisine is known for dishes served with injera, a soft, sourdough flatbread made mainly from teff flour. Stews known as wot, along with lentils, vegetables, meat and spicy sauces, are common, with many dishes traditionally eaten by hand using pieces of injera. Vegetarian and fasting dishes are also an important part of Ethiopian cooking.
Ethiopian Madam Taitou
77Long St, Cape Town City Centre  072 704 6182
The restaurant displays African art and antiques. Take part in the traditional hand-washing ceremony before enjoying their lamb tibs or interesting vegan platters.
Addis in Cape
168 Loop Street, Cape Town 8001 076 846 0929
 Meals are served traditionally in woven basket tables (mesobs). They offer an amazing mixed platter
Timbuktu Café
 16 Lower Main Rd, Observatory  021 447 4293
A laid-back garden terrace and an indoor fireplace. The venue is popular for its massive Sergenya sampler platters.
Yetenbe Restaurant
132 Durban Road, Bellville  065 841 7938
 Authentic, intensely flavorful meat and vegan dishes.
Lalibela Ethiopian Traditional Restaurant
18 Vlei Street, Cape Town 021 948 9880Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
 Traditional Ethiopian coffee brewed over hot coals in a space filled with art
West African and Other African
African food is far too varied to fit into a single style, with cooking traditions differing greatly from region to region. Grains, vegetables, legumes, meat, fish, spices and fresh produce feature in many different combinations, from the rich stews and spiced dishes of West and East Africa to the distinctive food traditions of North and Southern Africa. Cape Town’s international food scene includes examples from Egypt, Tanzania, Zimbabwe and South Africa, giving a small taste of the continent’s considerable culinary variety.
GOLD Restaurant
(15 Bennett St, Greenpoint  021 421 4653
Diners are treated to an opulent 14-course safari tasting menu that takes you on a culinary journey from Morocco to South Africa. The evening includes an interactive Djembe drumming session and captivating live performances with giant Mali puppets
Grill Tout Anchamon
Shop 2, Thibault Square Pavilion, Cape Town City Centre. Â 076 556 9307
A small, casual, halal cafeteria run by an Egyptian ex-5-star hotel chef. Recommended is their freshly prepared, crispy Egyptian-style falafel and authentic Arabic coffees.
Mama Africa
178 Long St, Cape Town City Centre   060 934 8063
Famous for their Wild Game Mixed Grill (featuring springbok, kudu, crocodile, and ostrich) with live nightly marimba bands.
Jollof Café
V&A Waterfront Makers landing  060 449 5415
& CBD takeaway hub 16A Kloofnek Road  063 256 0153
Bold, fiery flavours of West Africa. Recommended is their Signature Jollof Rice that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or fish
Meeting Point – Tanzanian  Cuisine :
67 Strand St, Cape Town City  064 776 0166
An informal and popular social hub for East African expats who gather to speak Swahili and enjoy a taste of home.
Bukola’s Kitchen Nigerian Cuisine.
1 Cambelton Cres, Parklands 067 223 6921.
Delicious, made from scratch with fresh ingredients, Nigerian food. Recommended are their Egusi Soup with Pounded Yam, Ofada rice, and spicy Suya beef.
Pahari African Restaurant.
 121 Cecil Rd, Salt River +27 78 107 1541
Authentic, Shona and Zimbabwean comfort cuisine. Regulars love the large portions of Sadza (pap) served with tender beef stews, Mopane worms, and traditional leafy greens.
Seven Colours Eatery
3, Ground Level, Battery Parkade, Canal District V&A Waterfront: Â 087 265 8762
Traditional Xhosa home cooking. Recommended are the interesting Seven Colour plates featuring slow-cooked braised oxtail, umleqwa (hard running chicken), and creamy samp (umngqusho),
Lebanese
Lebanese food is well represented by the mezze tradition, where several dishes are shared rather than everyone ordering one main meal. Hummus, tabbouleh, baba ghanoush, kibbeh, falafel and grilled meats are familiar favourites, alongside breads, salads and dips. It is a cuisine where vegetables, pulses, herbs and spices are just as important as meat.
 Lebanese Bakery & Kitchen
203 Imam Haron Rd, Claremont 021 671 1522
Specialising in freshly baked traditional breads like khobz and saj, with a deli fridge packed with fresh baba ganoush, mohammara, and toumeya. Try their Halloumi Wraps or signature manakish.
Florentin
87 Loop St, Cape Town City Centre  021 109 0082
Middle Eastern-Mediterranean café serving multi-tiered sharing platters featuring freshly rolled flatbreads, labneh, hummus, and perfectly seasoned lamb wraps.
Ghenwa’s Culinary Club
(House 11 Lourensford Wine Estate, Somerset West 072 952 3348
Showcasing a 14-Mezze Symphony Platter that focuses heavily on organic, authentic home-style family cooking paired with fine estate wines.
Nish Nush SA
100 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre 063 483 4284
A street-food hub famous for serving the best, crispiest falafel in Cape Town. Arayes (meat-stuffed pita), beef and lamb koftas, and shawarmas.
Portuguese
Portuguese cuisine makes extensive use of seafood, fish, pork, potatoes, rice, beans, olive oil and garlic. Well-known dishes include bacalhau (salt cod), caldo verde, sardines, bifana and cataplana, while regional cooking differs considerably across Portugal. Portuguese food also reflects the country’s long maritime history and its connections with other parts of the world..
Dias Tavern Portuguese Restaurant
15 Caledon St, District Six   021 465 7547
legendary Cape Town landmark with a canteen-style sports bar, known for large portions, ice-cold Super Bock beer, and the  “Joe Special” (a combination of flame-grilled calamari and tender beef trinchado).
Vasco da Gama Taverna
3 Alfred St, De Waterkant 021 425 2157
Vasco’s perfectly blends a classic tavern culture with great Portuguese food. Recommended are Their Beef Prego rolls simmered in trinchado sauce or the brandy-flambéed Portuguese Pepper Fillet.
Caramba Authentic Portuguese Restaurant
(Main Rd, Green Point  021 285 0391
A Â family-run restaurant with great Portuguese food. Recommended are their grilled Steak Espetada (hanging skewers dripping in garlic butter) or their butterflied prawns served with a side of house peri-peri sauce.
Petiscos
Cavalier Centre, Parklands Main Road, Parklands  021 557 3311
A family-owned, authentic Portuguese-Mozambican restaurant recommended for its rich Prawn Curry, peri-peri chicken, and crispy prawn cakes.
Villa Portuguese Restaurant
176 Upper Buitenkant St, Vredehoek  021 465 4100
A Â great pub-like retro bar and an outdoor seating area. Known for spicy peri-peri chicken and their pan-fried chicken livers.in affordable and generous portions.
Toni’s on Kloof
88 Kloof St, Tamboerskloof  072 182 0438
A warm, intimate space right on trendy Kloof Street that specialises in a gourmet blend of Portuguese and Mozambican fare.
Italian
Italian food varies considerably from one region to another, so there is much more to it than pizza and pasta. Northern Italy is known for dishes such as risotto and polenta, while southern cooking makes extensive use of tomatoes, olive oil and seafood. Pasta shapes, sauces, breads, cheeses and cured meats all have their own regional traditions.
The Cousins Trattoria
3b Barrack Street, CBD, Â 083 273 9604
A traditional Italian family kitchen. Recommended is The Cousins Pasta. They bring a huge wheel of Grana Padano cheese to your table, flambé it with cognac, then add fresh, handmade pasta.
 Libertino
13 Jarvis Street, De Waterkant, 075-089-3250
A double-story venue with a cosy fireplace and outdoor courtyard. Recommended are Truffle Fettuccine with shiitake mushrooms and Neapolitan-style pizzas
 Osteria Tarantino
125A Waterkant Street, De Waterkant, 076 505 1771
This is a small, rustic, 30-seater. It feels like stepping straight into a secluded village in Italy., Booking weeks in advance is necessary. Recommended is the slow-simmered Bucatini Amatriciana, authentic Carbonara, and their excellent Tiramisu
Giovanni’s Deliworld
103 Main Road, Greenpoint  021 434 6893
. Operating since 1989, is a sidewalk bar serving world-class espressos and custom-built prosciutto sandwiches. It is well stocked with imported Italian groceries
French
French cuisine ranges from simple regional cooking to the elaborate techniques associated with classical French cuisine. Bread, cheese, butter, wine, sauces, pastries and carefully prepared meats and seafood all have their place. From a rustic cassoulet to a delicate pastry, French food covers a surprisingly wide range.
The Wes Bistro & Bar
55 Shortmarket St, Cape Town City Centre  082 770 3573
An upmarket bistro that reimagines classic French dishes with a playful twist.Â
Le Bistrot de JAN
Quay 6, W Quay Rd, V&A Waterfront 021 821 4180
Parisian chic and nostalgia at the waterfront. The menu changes slightly by season, but features core regional standouts and timeless bistro mainstays: Recommended are the Beef Tartare, the Famous Tourte au Poulet andTour de Fromage. You can enjoy live jazz on select evenings.
Bouchon Bistro
95 Hout St, Cape Town City Centre 021 422 0695
Tucked inside an urban winery, this venue is modelled after the bouchons of Lyon. It focuses on simple, down-to-earth French-influenced tapas paired with an international wine list. Recommended are the classic beef tartare, baked Camembert, and rich espresso crème brûlée.
La Colombe Restaurant
Silvermist Wine Estate, Constantia Nek  021 794 2390
Consistently ranked among the best restaurants in the world, Set in a vineyard its multi-course menu seamlessly fuses local South African ingredients with French flair and technique.
Swan Café
Corner Buitenkant & Barrack St, District Six 079 454 4758
A Parisian-style crêperie, serving artisan coffees and sweet or savoury buckwheat galettes.
Greek
Greek cooking makes extensive use of olive oil, vegetables, herbs, grains, seafood and grilled meats. Dishes such as moussaka, souvlaki, spanakopita and tzatziki are familiar outside Greece, while the country’s many regional traditions include plenty of lesser-known dishes. Greek meals are often accompanied by salads, breads and small shared plates.
Maria’s Greek Café
31 Barnet St, Gardens  021 461 3333
Maria’s has been in business for decades; sit outside under the trees and order a spread of meze; recommended are their moussaka balls, grilled halloumi with capers, and spanakopita and Maria’s slow-cooked lamb.
Mykonos Taverna
343 Main Rd, Sea Point   021 439 2106
A traditional Greek taverna. Recommended is Kleftiko lamb shank and crispy calamari. Dancing on the last Saturday night of the month.
Omilo Greek Kitchen
51 Gogosoa St, Riverlands Mall, Observatory    021 002 8520
Greek culinary treats with fresh ingredients, bold flavours, and authentic recipes. Every dish reflects a passion for quality, using traditional techniques.
Ouzeri
58 Wale St, Cape Town City Centre 061 533 9071
A sophisticated, contemporary restaurant serving regional recipes from Greece and Cyprus. A seasonal menu is sourced from top local producers paired with fine wines.
Nostos Cape Town
30 Main Rd, Hout Bay 0215698494
A family business serving authentic Greek home-cooking. Recommended dishes include their prawn saganaki, honey-drizzled feta sousami, and exceptional skinny lamb chops
The Greek Club Restaurant
24 Bay Rd, Mouille Point   021 801 4514
A casual, low-profile popular eatery with honest, Â affordable seafood. Their grilled kingklip with spinach and classic gyro wraps are recommended.
Spanish
Spanish food is strongly regional, and the dishes found in Galicia can be very different from those of Andalusia or Catalonia. Tapas are probably Spain’s best-known contribution abroad, but the cuisine also includes paella, cured meats, seafood, stews and a wide range of rice and vegetable dishes. Sharing several small dishes is one of the pleasures associated with Spanish dining
La Bruixa
341 Main Rd, Sea Point 021 434 8797
A cosy, authentic atmosphere. The menu is written on chalkboards. Recommend is their beef fillet with mushroom sauce, gambas al ajillo (garlic prawns), and truffle ostrich steak.
La Bodega
Imhoff’s Farm, Kommetjie Rd, Kommetjie  074 542 3370
Spanish home-cooking at a rustic farm venue serving authentic imported Jamón Ibérico, patatas bravas, and fresh Mediterranean flavours. Small plates to share served under shady trees.
La Parada
Gardens Unit 5, 47 Kloof St, Â 021 001 7312
V&A Waterfront 1 Dock Road  021 418 3003
Century City   Apex Building, 1 Energy Lane, Century City, 021 137 1798
Tapas Restaurant & Bar known for Spanish-influenced dining. The food is designed around sharing small plates. Recommended are their chorizo croquettes, Â patatas bravas, fried calamari with aioli, and crispy pork poppers.
Ember & Oak
Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate, Tokai Rd, Constantia 067 499 5621
Scenic wine estate setting with fine-dining and a menu that spans international flavours. Recommended are the tapas are “Dirty Steak”, tuna tataki, and a side of their butter-infused lappie flatbread
Gusto Paella
48 Albert Rd, Woodstock  084 295 9767.
Often booked for private event catering and weddings, Authentic Spanish paella is cooked in massive pans at local spots like the Neighbourgoods Market at the Old Biscuit Mill.
Russian
Russian cuisine developed around the country’s long, cold winters and its varied regional traditions. Soups, rye bread, potatoes, grains, pickled vegetables, mushrooms and preserved foods feature prominently, along with meat and fish. Borscht, pelmeni and blini are among the better-known dishes, although borscht itself has a broader Eastern European history and is not exclusively Russian.
Cellar Collective Wine Bar
111 Sir Lowry Rd, Foreshore, Cape Town City Centre. Â 082 399 7862
Authentic Siberian and Russian culinary traditions. Try the Pelmeni & Khinkali: a large selection of traditional, delicate dumplings served in rich, comforting broths, traditional Borscht, and Khachapuri: The legendary, cheesy pull-apart bread.
SevrugaÂ
Shop 4, Quay 5, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
The menu features a range of contemporary Russian dishes 4 that are both delicious and healthy. The venue boasts great views of Table Mountain and the city bowl
Kleinsky’s Delicatessen
92 Regent Rd, Sea Point. 021 433 2871
Kleinsky’s is primarily a legendary New York-style Jewish deli, with some Russian specialities like their Russian Honey Cake (Medovik),
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