Reviews Seelan Restaurant And Bar

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Zaakirah Adams
+5
My husband purchased the wiki deal voucher and he had the steak and I had the seafood platter. It was absolutely divine, so full of flavor and the service by Papa Joe was awesome!!! We'll def be back for more..
Jan 29, 2019
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The Stiletto Bay Transport
+5
Just last week we visited Seelans at the V&A Waterfront.

We would like to thank you guys so much for always taking such wonderful care or us.

Since 2017 we started going to Seelan’s, the owner Mr Seelan Sundoo has always been very warm and hospitable. He never fails to make every visit a special one from the delicious food to the amazing ambiance.

The staff is always very accommodating with the right balance of friendliness and efficiency, on the ball and overall took good care of us.

All personnel were very well trained. Our waiter was absolutely superb, we could not decide on what to eat since everything sounded so yummy our waiter the chef surprised us with a mystery dish, it was a seafood platter but no ordinary platter, packed and stuffed (overflowing) with crayfish, prawns, the works!

It lacked nothing at all, all your cravings in one - a 2 meter long platter, it just put everyone in awe.

The staff is absolutely fantastic, from the manager checking up on us - giving us complimentary dessert, the chef coming to make sure everything is okay. Our waiter so polite, attentive and every attention to detail was given.

The food was amazing and arrived within minutes.

Every time you go to Seelan’s at the V&A Waterfront it’s an absolute breath of fresh air, they never fail to make you feel welcomed and at home. The view was just breath taking and the excellent service is the cherry on top of the cake.

We have never experienced such good customer service.

The food was fresh, properly prepared and a great value for the price.

With that being said, I cannot fail to mention…..

The delicious rustic bunny chows can be found at Sundoo’s, the delightful spot can be found in the Sea Point area just off the main road.

The fresh hollow loafs are filled with delicious authentic Indian curry of your choice. If you have the lamb bunny chow you will not go wrong!

The curries are to die for, ridiculously mouthwatering!

Usually bunny chows are supposed to be messy but the variety is insane, there is an option of ordering a trio of bunny’s, its less messier and ideal if you prefer eating with a knife and fork.

The service is exceptional and the manager Tuno, what a delightful soul.

Whilst ordering our food we actually witnessed a little incident.. a young lady was about to pay her bill but accidently blocked her card, seemingly she forgot her password to pay for the bill, she was absolutely distraught about the whole thing, but the kind and understanding staff of Sundoo’s made a plan and allowed her to come back and pay the following day.

That’s the beauty of this lovely Indian spot they put trust into their customers and their customers put trust into Sundoo.

We will definitely be back for more!

Both places are an absolute delight for a quick work lunch, our clients are always impressed!

love love love the fact that we can order in for the office, they are available on Mr delivery.

Well done & Congratulations on your new restaurant Macau

Our next stop! Cannot wait to try it out!!!!!
Jan 10, 2019
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Princess Niritika
+4
Quality of sea food was great ! Well prepared, good ambience and service, more options for vegetarians would be great, some options were priced out when compared to other restaurants of a similar standard close by !
Dec 29, 2018
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Ndzalo
+4
I loved the food here! Everyone was happy with their meals, and we had friendly staff attending us. I must say however, that I was disappointed with the ambiance of the place. And the menu is a bit limiting (not much fish)
Oct 13, 2018
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Janet
+4
We enjoyed a fantastic lunch of fish & chips with a bottle of Chardonnay. It's a very relaxing place to enjoy a romantic meal, in such a legendary and historic city. Staff was very efficient and the restaurant is clean.
Aug 30, 2018
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Farzana Dalvie
+4
I had dinner at Seelan’s not too long ago and I thought their seafood was superb.I would definitely recommend the seafood platter, service and ambience wasn’t too bad either.
Jun 16, 2018
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Shabaana Osman
+4
Purchased a wikideal which consisted of a main and dessert for 2. I chose the seafood platter for 2 and my partner chose the sirloin and chips and we swapped meals halfway through. Both meals were amazing... Seafood platter had a tasty range of prawns, calamari and line fish. It was served with a wonderful garlic butter sauce and a spicy tomato sauce which reminded me so much of a traditional fish curry. The steak was prepared to perfection served with crisp onion rings and chips and a lovely mushroom sauce. The trio of desserts ended off the meal wonderfully as the pieces were the right size to share between 2 people. Orders a Mango daiquiri as well. All their cocktails can be made non alcoholic as well.
May 16, 2018
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Monica Fernandes
+4.5
I came to Seelan with my boyfriend for date night. Luckily we found a wikideal voucher otherwise this restaurant wouldn't have been an option for us budget wise. The voucher entitled us to two mains and a trio of desserts to share. I ordered the platter for one whilst my partner ordered the seafood linguine. Both meal portions were huge and ingredients were fresh. After a big meal the little dessert trio was perfect to share and ended the dining experience on a great note.
May 13, 2018
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O-Mizu Satori
+5
Oh my goodness.... I have never eaten pasta this good and this tasty! The wild mushroom and truffel pasta was absolutely divine. Not only was it a decent serving for a hungry lady, but it was seasoned to perfection and you just want to gobble it all down.
Albeit very rich and you might feel ill afterwards, you just can't help but want to lick the plate.
Amazing and well done to the chef.
May 02, 2018
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Sensiblysexy
+3.5
Our waiter was really helpfully, explained the menu In great detail and told us about all the specials. The t bone special and curry was tasty. we had a quite ambiance and it was cozy and warm for a winters night.

Jun 15, 2017
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Melanie Du Toit
+4.5
We popped in here on a Sunday after a spot of shopping and decided to have lunch. What a great idea! This little bistro has a distinctly french feel and a menu to boot. My partner ordered the mussels steamed in coconut milk, lemongrass, and sake, while I chose the prawn curry served with rice and sambals. We couldn't figure out whose meal was nicer - and which waiter was nicer, too. Can't recommend enough. Will certainly be back.
May 01, 2017
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Kim Martin
+3.5
Enjoyed this restaurant. The mussels with white wine and garlic sauce was a definate must! Calamari was good but I found the sauce a bit bland. Service was a little on the slow side and was difficult to catch our waiters attention at times.
Mar 14, 2017
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Laylah Fay
+4
I really love coming to Seelan. The most memorable thing about the restaurant is the service.

The food - delicious! Their pasta is really tasty, especially the Vongole (with clams). The seafood is also top notch. I once came for dinner and they gave us a free tasting plate of desert which was a tasty surprise.

The location of the restaurant is also really nice.

Overall a lovely place for dinner or lunch.
Mar 05, 2017
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Ivanna Abigail Kemp
+3.5
We went here for an impromptu Valentine's dinner - i.e. we didn't book far in advance. I called and asked whether they had a table in the next 5 - 30 minutes and the person I spoke to said I could come right away. When I got there I was a bit disappointed that the table he was offering was one of the larger communal tables. He said it was absolutely the only one available and that the others had been reserved (I didn't see any reserved signs on most of them). Approx. 30 minutes into the evening another couple came in and he told them that they could either have the other communal table or sit at the romantically decorated table for two (they obviously went for the latter). Thereafter, another couple came and they set them up at our table, while there were TWO other open communal tables. It was distracting to have conversation while they were and the guy kept looking over the high bouquet to look at the dishes we ordered.

I honestly can't understand why they didn't offer us the table set for two and why they couldn't put the couple at the other table. I honestly felt like I was at a soccer match where I got the crappy seats with no view of the game whatsoever.

Perhaps don't be so greedy to make money and rather warn patrons that the only table you have is crappy, that way they can make up their minds before showing up at the restaurant.

*Phew, rant over*

Food: We started off with a calamari starter, and the lemon and herb flavoring was different, but delicious. For mains: honestly the best prawn curry I've had in my life, so far! It looks like it's a very popular choice, and the price and serving is good too. My boyfriend - always going for something meaty - had the T-bone steak. The steak was HUGE and tasty! I was surprised that the price wasn't too steep. It does come with a very small size of vegetables. He added sautéed potato for R30 and nearly lost his mind at the amazing taste.

Seelan it seems, can't put a foot wrong when it comes to their dishes.


Feb 15, 2017
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Deelan
+4
Another restaurant I have been dying to try for ages. Situated on Quay 5 this place boasts a view of the ocean and docked boats ready for their sunset voyages. Our party of 8 was seated in the outside section which was bright and airy perfect for an afternoon lunch. I must admit I didn't even go to the inside section so I cannot comment on the atmosphere inside. Our waiter was very helpful, friendly and entertaining. I ordered the half rotisserie chicken "a Go-Go" green chili and herb sauce. I like my food on the spicy side and the waiter suggested I try the peri peri style of this meal, the result was incredible tender chicken cooked to perfection with a tasty very hot sauce (I only recommend this if you can handle the heat). I tasted some of the pastas which the rest of the group ordered too and they were all amazing. Special mention needs to go to the homemade chicken ravioli.

I was a disappointed that the restaurant was empty other than our group and also the menu prices were much higher than those I had seen on Zomato beforehand.

However, the experience was great and I would definitely visit again.
Jan 21, 2017
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Jeff Fernandes
+3.5
Went to seelan for Father's Day . The calamari starter and salad were great and the steak was nice but could have been better , a bit tough . The spatchcock chicken was very tasty . Nice views of the harbour in the waterfront and very snazzy decor .
Oct 20, 2016
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Nicol Miller
+4
What a yummy lunch on a very sunny summers day! Setting is sophisticated and quaint and the view is beautiful. We ordered a starter calamari, a chicken salad with mango and ended off with a baked cheesecake for dessert. Serious compliments to the chef, especially for the tastiest salad, so fresh on such a warm day in Cape Town.
✔ good portions
✔beautiful view
✔tasty food

✖ abit pricey
✖not a busy /bustling restaurant
Oct 14, 2016
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Ulisha Moodley
+3.5
Had lunch at Seelan today. A very different vibe for the waterfront. I personally found it a bit too old fashioned. The food was good though I had lamb cutlets in a cape malay sauce and Sashen had the linefish of the day. I found the vegetables on the side though to be quite average and dry. The service was friendly, we had an efficient waiter.
Aug 21, 2016
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J De Beer
+4
Best experience! Good service..great food! Will go back anytime!! Good menu and quality of food. Maybe just have a seat away from the noisy sliding doors in the middle.
Aug 08, 2016
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Chrismarie Whitehead
+4.5
I have been wanting to try Seelan for quite a while now and when I finally got the chance to go, I was not disappointed. The service was excellent and the food was tasty. Our waiter described their signature dishes to us which made the choice easier. We had the mussle starter which was superb. We then had the kingklip tagliata and prawn curry for mains. Both dishes were tasty and very flavourful! We will definitely be going back to try their other dishes.
Jul 24, 2016
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Rebecca Francis-Pope
+3.5
I have always wanted to try Seelan, and now that they're offering an Entertainer breakfast special, we decided to give it a go. Our waiter was very friendly and the food was good, but after browsing their lunch and dinner menu I'm keen to go back and try out what seems to be their speciality- seafood! Nice atmosphere and decor- will be back!
Jul 19, 2016
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Lindie White
+3.5
What a good find. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, they've all been served with eagerness to please. Quiet, practical decor and white table cloths. Really enjoyed the generous portions of fish and the view of the tourist-facing harbour activities at the water's edge. Can be recommended.
Jul 07, 2016
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Azele Anne Naicker
+3.5
I was invited to try out Seelan again by the owner by means of a complimentary meal so on a cold Monday night my boyfriend and I decided to give it a try again. Our previous experience wasn't the greatest so I hoped that this time would be better.

We were welcomed and seated in possibly the worst seating in the outside covered area, next to a fan and some plugpoints and after 5 minutes here I asked of we could move indoors because it was too cramped and our bottle of wine couldn't fit on the table.

Inside was much better. I found the decor a bit confusing though. Modern and artsy with tv screens and sport... The music was also very loud at times and consisted of 90's and 00's rnb...

The food was good and my boyfriend really enjoyed his lamb cutlets. We weren't informed that they came with a very small side of vegetables on the plate though. I had the full portion of calamari which was delicious. Flavoured really well with spices and green chilli, it was different and delicious.

We were treated to a tasting dessert plate after dinner with fresh fruit. The chocolate brownie was good. The malva pudding was really not good at all, dry and sponge like with a custard that tasted as artificial and weird as the neon yellow it appeared to be.

The service was good and very attentive. Thanks for the complimentary meal and a much better experience.
Jul 01, 2016
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Thatohlapo
+5
Decided to try out Seelan on Friday and it was the best decision ever! Went for dinner with my sisters! The restaurant was not that busy, the food was amazing! From the kingklip, salmon, calamari and steak we all had! It was delicious and has the best frozen strawberry daiquiri ever 😊
Jun 27, 2016
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Phoebe Kondylis
+3.5
This was a great addition to the V and A. The focus is mainly on seafood so if you aren't really partial to sea food it's a bit tough. The chopped salad is really good and the kingklip tagliata is one of the best I've tasted. I also recommend attending one of their brunches which has amazing dishes popping out the kitchen
Jun 09, 2016
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Anisha Pillay
+4.5
Decided to try Seelan out for the first time lastnight. Heard some good reviews about it so went in with high hopes and I wasn't disappointed.

Staff were polite and attentative at all times. The food was the highlight of course. I had the chicken risotto and my boyfriend had the steak fillet. Both were delicious.

One recommendation I would give is that if you're planning on trying this place out in the evening, I suggest you sit outside for a better ambiance. We were kept warm and cozy with heaters, blankets and warm lighting, whereas the inside had a colder feel which wasn't helped by the fluorescent lighting.

Overall though it was a good experience and I look forward to being back in future.
Jun 04, 2016
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Waseem Dawood
+4
i had a really awesome Kingklig tagliata here. it was flavourful and the fish was really well prepared. tiyaarah has the pasta which she enjoyed. it is a beautiful restaurant over looking the water, a good date restaurant.
May 26, 2016
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Jaco
+4
Light dinner yesterday at Seelan. We stuck to the wine and the Salmon Capaccio, which was very good. Best thing about our eperience, though, was the superb service we received from our waiter (Anthony). Will go back to try the rest of the menu.
May 01, 2016
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Samukeliso Eneya
+4.5
Very chilled vibe ,actually loved it .i loved my meal good steak very juicy and tasty.

My partner however was not impressed with his choice of meal ,veal .
Feb 29, 2016
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Ashna Dayal
+5
I would definitely give Seelan's a 5 star rating! Perfect Location at the V&A Waterfront, with stunning views of Table Mountain. I was totally impressed with the layout and atmosphere that the Restuarant possessed. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. I was impressed with how my food was plated for me and the signature dishes. I ordered a calamari salad (which was not on the menu) and a prawn curry with rice. Both dishes were infused with Indian flavours from Durban and were absolutely tasty. A great way to blend together seafood and a bit of an the Indian cuisine! Definitely worth every cent!
Feb 17, 2016
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Eben Daniels
+5
We went there on Saturday evening. The waiters and hosts were extremely friendly. 
I had 2 mojitos. They were very strong and very tasty. 

I ordered the seafood salad. What a hit!
It had a curry sauce added to it that was delicious. The seafood was also very well prepared and the salad was crispy and tasty. 

I'd definitely go back.
Jan 25, 2016
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Grant Lange
+4
Simple menu with seafood specialities. Had the pleasure of trying out the chicken ravioli. Highly recommended. Good service also and being at the Waterfront, naturally it is a wonderful setting.
Jan 15, 2016
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JotterJo
+4
Delicious fresh form the ocean tapas, oysters & calamari. Carpaccio perfected! Lip smacking desserts. Gray selection of Cocktails and some original ones too
Jan 07, 2016
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Elaine Lahoud
+3.5
Situated on the waterfront, the restaurant has the perfect view of Table mountain and the wheel. The prices vary between pasta at about R100 or seafood or steak at about R160 excluding sides. To me the restaurant needs a good cleanup and some maintenance to be done, nothing major but no harm in a bit of tlc. Not one of my favourites.
Dec 18, 2015
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Johan Mocke
+4
Pleasantly surprised at the quality of our line fish of the day. Relaxed atmosphere, nice views on the waterfront and Table Mountain. Expensive, but the quality makes up for it.
Dec 05, 2015
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Tiyaarah Cloete
+4
Seelan has been on my must try list for a while but my schedule only allowed me to visit lastnight, it wasn't as full as I thought it would be - considering that it was a Saturday night - my boyfriend and I decided to go on a date and were pleasantly surprised. We were seated outside which was really beautiful because we arrived as the sun was setting. We started with drinks and bread, no starters unfortunately but instead we headed straight for mains, I had the mezzenote pasta (I craved a pasta all week) and my boyfriend had the kingklip tagliata, the kingklip was beautiful and my pasta was good. The waiters were very attentive and it was a lovely experience overall. We'll definitely be returning.
Nov 29, 2015
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Alexa Scola
+4
The views from this restaurant are amazing - you get the waterfront as well as table mountain.

There was a very cool DJ playing some perfect tunes for a Saturday afternoon by the sea.

We had the prawn curry and the line fish of the day - food was good but no spectacular.
Nov 28, 2015
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Marc Bernitz
+3.5
This is classic Waterfront - great fish at an absurd price. I'm not a huge kingklip fan, but it was perfection - really quite mindblowing considering its simplicity. Steak was tender and tasty. Veggies were fresh and classic, but modern in that they weren't overdone or overseasoned. Service was a bit slow, which really isn't acceptable for the location and price. I don't eat shellfish but I considered it strongly after smelling it from other tables. 

Overall, food was amazing but the price and service let it down. R610 for two people.
Nov 27, 2015
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Laila Joubert
+5
Absolutely impeachable dining experience. The food at Seelan is unbelievable and worth every cent. I will definitely go back and eat there.
Oct 15, 2015
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Jarne Botha
+4.5
Lovely place with a great view. Went there for a dinner date and we were very happy with the food. It was delicious!! The service was a little poor but they were very busy. Will go again :)
Oct 14, 2015
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Saraffair By Sara Beato
+4
Nice place to be and either read a book or hang with friends. The environment is very nice and Sanjey is there to take care of costumers by being very mindful. Nice music keeps going on as background and I've to clap for the flowers arrangements selection! 👌 Attracts straight away and they turn the atmosphere into something beautiful! Asked if they can make me something to take away and they did it, ate after and the food was fresh and delicious! Totally recommend and I'll be back soon, hopefully.
Sep 29, 2015
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Wardia Masoet
+5
@seelan sundoo
Simply Sublime!!!!
This encapsulates my Seelan Restaurant experience every time... Without exception!!!
From the moment I set foot into the restaurant, I am made to feel completely at home..
Best described as a true foodie experience par excellence!
The attention paid to my likes and preferences is faultless and I have never walked away being in a state no less, where my heart isn't smiling.
The quality of the ingredients combined with the precision, love and care with which the dishes are prepared is simply on another level!!!
Chef Seelan is far too underrated and should be way more celebrated for his sublime and incredibly superior culinary abilities, in my humble opinion.
I could wax lyrical about my myriad of Seelan Restaurant experiences.... And there are several!
Safe to say that you haven't lived until you've had a Seelan Restaurant dining experience!
Sep 10, 2015
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Cayo Davids
+4
Went to Seelan for the first time, I had the prawn curry...All I can say is WOW! It was a bit hot for my liking, but oh so flavourful! The presentation of my food was appetising, service was good, even the music was good! I'd definitely recommend this restaurant!
Sep 08, 2015
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Shahima August
+3.5
We used a wiki voucher and boy was it value for money.everything was delish.seafood was well seasoned and tasty.drinks pricey but average for this type of eatery.service was a bit on the slow side.all in all a pleasant 3 and a half hours...I think the music added alot to the atmosphere but at times was a tad loud.
Aug 30, 2015
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Ilhaam
+4
Went to Seelan for the first time on my birthday this year. The waitress was lovely and helpful. I ordered the truffle mushroom pasta and my hubby got the prawn curry. Can we talk about the food envy I had!? Prawn curry was amazing. My pasta was nice but too rich for me and the portion was so huge I hardly made a dent in it. Think 2 people managed to eat from my leftovers! We also ordered the warm prawn bean salad as a starter and the prawns were beautifully cooked. Will definitely order the seafood again the next time around. Surprisingly didn't take any pics! 😫
Aug 15, 2015
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Phillip Black
+4
Used my voucher I won at the Taste of Cape Town. Thanks Zomato :). We had dinner somewhere else so only had room for dessert. What a dessert it was! We had the platter which was amazing. Worth every penny of the R120.00, considering one dessert is R90. Great friendly staff. Great venue however I feel it is more suited for summer. They do have heaters though to keep you warm if you can't wait. My wife and I really enjoyed it.
Jun 30, 2015
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Tandiswa Nopinky Jacobs
+4.5
Lovely resturant with an ambient environment & great food. Don't mic out on their brunch festivities on the last Saturday of each month; from live music to fashion shows. Visited them 4 the first tym on my birthday & I ws totally blown away 💜💙❤💛💚
Jun 18, 2015
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Carl Thomas
+4.5
After a movie wife and I decided to goto V&A for dinner. We had to decide between Seelan and Mindiall and decided to go with Seelan this time. They made wife a virgin berry mojito and I had a tequila sunrise. Both were good and the tequila sunrise had quite a kick. Wife ordered the salmon with side veggies and I had the 500g prime rib with veg.

I am not a veg fan but I really did enjoy the crispy delicious veg. The salmon and steak were perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious.

The service from Ross was excellent.
Jun 15, 2015
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Henriette
+5
Exceptional food - veal was sumptuous, bouillabaisse unbelievable! Great service - thanks Ash. Seelan's personal attention was a nice touch. We'll be back!
May 31, 2015
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Anamika Karamchand
+4
Brilliant service, the food was amazing and the kitchen were very open to changes that I requested be made to my dish. It's beautifully situated and makes for a perfect lunch or supper venue.
May 14, 2015
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Shad Lee
+4
Service was top class. They were out of a few fish dishes but recommended suitable replacements. I had the seafood salad which was quite a disjointed dish, a.mild curried seafood mix with some salad greens. I had the baby kingklip which was satisfactory.
May 13, 2015
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Aldo Van Aarde
+4.5
Great coffee, awesome lounge music & a classy setting at the harbour's edge...mix it in with friendly staff & good food makes it great food experience.
May 06, 2015
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MelbourneLops
+4.5
Seelan Restaurant & Bar is inspired by Italian, Mediterranean and French inspired dishes. The décor is elegant, fresh and chic with crisp white table linen, fresh flowers and candles throughout. The outside area overlooks the harbour with views of Table Mountain in the background. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. The food is delicious. The attention to detail and service is top class. It is the kind of place you want to spend hours sipping on crisp white wine, tucking into amazing food and just enjoying the views and buzz all around you.

We had the most delicious and leisurely lunch one chilly Saturday afternoon and were completely blown away by everything. Although it was a cold and miserable day, we wanted to sit outside so that we could take in the views. The area is sheltered from the elements on cold days and kept very cosy which we loved. Our menu was kept a surprise with the experts choosing the very best dishes for us to try and they just kept them coming. We had Italian Salad, Seafood Bouillabaisse, Kingklip Tagliata, Sirloin Tagliata and Tiramisu. Every mouthful was packed with fresh ingredients and full of flavour. Seelan is an incredible spot for long relaxing meals spent with family and friends. We drank wine and beer, we ate the most tasty and pretty food we have seen and we completely lost track of time… and then we rolled home feeling happy and full :)
Apr 30, 2015
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Jager Sisters
+4
Two nights ago we were treated to an evening full of wonderful food at Seelan at the V&A Waterfront. The restaurant has a beautiful view looking across the Waterfront to the mountain. We were greeted with delicious (albeit strong) cocktails - strawberry mojitos to be precise. We then launched into the menu, which gave us a taste of many Seelan dishes.

The starters were salmon carpaccio accompanied by a large green salad and fish soup. It was more like seafood soup as there were prawns, calamari and fish in there and the flavour and consistency was great. It wasn’t too rich (as we find some seafood soups can be) but rather let the seafood flavours stand out. This was a definite favourite for us. 

For mains we started with rotisserie chicken and barbecue duck. The duck was well cooked and the seasoning was tasty yet didn’t overpower the flavour of the meat. 

Two curries the followed, lamb and prawn. The lamb was incredible and less spicy than the prawn one.

The last of the mains were two tagliata dishes. I had to check the ‘interwebs’ but Tagliata means cut in Italian and is usually a sliced beef dish that is served in a variety of ways. We were served a sirloin and kingklip tagliata - the latter being our favourite dish of the evening. The Kingklip was perfectly cooked, maintaining its delicate flavour and the sundried tomato and spring onions complemented the fish fantastically. 

Dessert was in our opinion the lowest point of the menu. We do have quite high standards, due to Jane being a pastry chef but it wasn’t the most appetising selection. The gluten free chocolate torte/cake and the tiramisu lacked flavour (maybe needs more cocoa/coffee and a better consistency). We just felt that the standard set by the starters and mains was not maintained in the desserts.

We would definitely go back there for their seafood and meat as it really was delicious and the service and staff were efficient and welcoming. Thanks Seelan! 
Apr 23, 2015
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Jenny Sarah Coulson
+4
Last night we were treated to a gorgeous evening at Seelan, which began with one of the strongest (and tastiest mojitos) I've ever had. To start, we nibbled on a really fresh salad and salmon carpaccio, but the standout starter for me was the fish soup. Now, that's not something I would EVER order off a menu, but it was so good that I'm literally trying to think of ways to convince the chef to send me a bulk weekly order... It was light, yet seriously tasty and the fish and calamari just melted in the mouth. SO GOOD.

For mains, we had various servings of spicy rotisserie chicken, duck barbecue, lamb curry, prawn curry and - the absolute best thing ever - a kingklip tagliata that slightly changed my life. It was out of this world. Dessert was a pretty platter of fruit and bakes, and I preferred the light banoffee cake over the brownie. Finally, the night ended with grappa and espresso.

Go to Seelan for the view and the seafood, make sure to get some fish soup in you, and definitely order their house red - it's fantastic!
Apr 22, 2015
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Dominique Andrea Vieira
+4.5
Honestly, can't sing their praises loud enough (and I can't even sing). We were treated to everything from the fish soup, to the delightful desserts. I always say that the strength of a "seafood" restaurant, is their non-seafood choices. We were lucky enough to try the sirloin and the lamb curry- which would both have held their own in any meat oriented restaurant. We were also treated to the duck and the hxicken options, and we were not disappointed. But to be honest, the seafood was the star of the evening. The kingclip was exceptional, as was the salmon carpaccio. For me though, the star of the evening was the fish soup. I am not a person to order soup off a menu, ever, but I am currently trying to work out a schedule that is socially appropriate in terms of how many fish soup orders one person can order. Outstanding food, outstanding service and an absolute pearler of a location. I can't recommend it highly enough!
Apr 22, 2015
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Nicky
+5
Had the best seafood platter I have ever had! The service was excellent. Beautiful view to end off a great weekend. Will definately be back.
Mar 29, 2015
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Dali Bo Furnell
+5
Perfect for events, small family dinners, a special date night. Good Value for money especially considering the top quality food. The staff are professional,well trained, efficient and friendly. Seelan overlooks the Waterfront Harbour and is simply perfect for brunch, lunch until sunset and stars. You really feel special when you dine here. It has outdoor seating and indoor seating as well as a beautiful bar. They have televisions inside which often play sport or important events. Seelan as a venue for events, is a wise choice. They cater well and set up everything to your liking. Sometimes there is a live band or dj present, playing music. You'll make such fond memories here!
4
Gerard Theys
+4
We got vouchers to the place and it was literally hidden away. A level below the Balthazar at the Harbour mouth. The waiter was extremely friendly who could easily name the 6 dishes and 3 deserts for us which was available. We both chose the beef fillet which was lovely, add to that the mushroom and pepper sauces we received was a damn fine ways better than any other place we have eaten at. The chips were good, the onion rings i believed was killed by the cook. I dont ever remember eating crispy onion rings. Further than that I would love to try one of their seafood dishes. A single platter at R700 and double at R1200. I would be curious and would love to see if they match the price on taste and presentation.
5
Seth Jenneker
+5
A relaxed atmosphere coupled with an amazing dining experience is what awaits you at Seelan Bistro & Bar. Our waiter Ashley was very accommodating, warm and welcoming. The hostess, noticing we were on a date, asked if we wanted to be moved somewhere more quiet. All in all a wonderful experience. Thank you Seelan.
5
Vernon Wentzel
+5
………8th Apr 2018: -….This remains one of the most superb-lii located restaurants at the edge of the bay/quay/harbour at the V & A Waterfront, Cape Town. Where you can sit tranquil-lii especial-lii on a Sunday morning when this sometimes chaotic and vibrant place is quieted down and enjoy the terrific views of all the different types and shapes of big and small seafaring vessels anchored here, even watching them launch out to sea some for pleasure trips entertaining locals and foreigners alike! That’s besides the most amazing-lii awesome views of the One and Only New Seventh Wonder of the world “Table-Mountain” standing there in all its splendour! Even the Big Wheel is in full view right from the outside seating it’s just so breath-taking-lii surreal! You are never disappointed when you arrive here where the table settings are always very elegant with white table-cloths a small vase of fresh-lii cut petit miniature live flowers the napkins on the side-plates are of a superior quality-ii even embossed with the name “Seelan” on it! They have a good few matured male staff members who seem well suited in the work that they are cut out to perform as true gentlemen always pleasant explaining the menu in detail so you know beforehand exact-lii what you are getting! Our waiter was Pappa Joe and he was very competent! There Gourmet breakfasts are nothing out of the extra-ordinarii but you just know that it’s a good clean fresh-lii prepared delicious meal you will through-lii enjoy! They do also have some different meals on offer for breakfast like the Primi-Vera egg custard which they serve with a tomato & rocket salad but when you’re ravenous there’s no time to experiment! Hehehe! Maybe next time! The restaurant is very big inside with a full bar with seating right there! On Thursday nights they have a Jazz-Nite from 18:00 to 22:00! They are also very concerned for their patrons that might have one to many so they vivid-lii advertise for a Drive-You-Home service “Nite-Owls” the App to call them is available as a download! Very thought-full! They also have their Meal-Deals available through Wiki-Deals which is very affordable! This is a must visit restaurant! Always a Monies-Worth experience ……………………..NB! The kitchen here is full-ii “HALAAL”!! Just found this out today!....10 out of 10………………….... .What a Magnificently Situated Restaurant! Along side Table- Bay, where there is a cornucopia of splendid sights to take in while you sit back and Enjoy one of there Many Gourmet Meals. Our Favorite is to do the Sunday Morning Laid-back Breakfast! The Meals are scrumptiousl-ii made up of Scrambled eggs, Dhania sausage in a nice sting-ii sulsa, Grilled Mushrooms and tomatoes served with a nice cake-ii Bread. It is Awesome to set and watch the Boats and Ships coming and going which gives one a Trulii International Feeling about the place. If you choose to sit outside which is the best on a love-lii Summers morning You can enjoy the Full View of The Gorgeous Table Mountain standing right there in all its Splendour saying (One of the New Wonders of the World!) The staff are very helpful and friendly at all time as this was not our first visit here and sure-lii not our last..........Food is always good, clean and delicious!!!!!......
4
Larry Liu
+4
We used a hyperli voucher which got us a main and a dessert. The food was decent, nothing much to speak of. Prawns are always subpar (smallest prawns I’ve seen). Dessert was amazing. Service was okay and the ambience was really spot on. I would return but only with vouchers as the prices for the platters are way above average.
4
Janet van Aswegen
+4
We enjoyed a fantastic lunch of fish & chips with a bottle of Chardonnay. It's a very relaxing place to enjoy a romantic meal, in such a legendary and historic city. Staff was very efficient and the restaurant is clean.
4
Farzaanah Rajie
+4
Nice place with great ambiance.. Very disappointing however dat they did not have da crayfish which was one of da main course meal choices, which most of us were looking forward to. Theres room for improvement with regards to service and id say da best part of the night there wud have to have been da desert.. Absolutely divine!
5
Kristi de Freitas
+5
Seelan Restaurant & Bar is your next date night venue. Seelan takes a comfort & relaxation, but makes it vibey. With a beautiful view of Table Mountain and the harbour sounds to accompany your meal, there really isn’t any other way to do your next date night, girl’s get-together, or birthday celebration. 🍾 Seelan Sundoo takes a variety of dishes, as well as his own signature meals to create a menu that sparks imagination for your palette. From seafood, to pasta, to poultry, there’s a dish with a personal touch on Seelan’s menu. My boyfriend and I had our own date night at Seelan, enjoying cocktails and one of the best meals we’ve had. Starting with the Mango Daiquiri (it has Sailor Jerry - yum!) and fresh West Coast Oysters, you’re bringing the taste of the ocean right next to you, to your plate. 🍹 The Paradise Comso (because Reyka Vodka 🤩) was definitely my favorite cocktail of the night! I opted for a Wild Mushroom & Truffle pasta (also recommended by the waiter), while my boyfriend was daring and had the duck - something he hasn’t had before. There weren’t words to describe the meal except “OMG!” and “Wow! This is SO good!” Whatever you try on the menu, I know it’s going to be packed with flavour and taste. There’s nothing like a creamy creme brûlée to end your menu, and Seelan got it right! Actually, Seelan get everything right. A vibe, atmosphere, food and drinks. Take a drive to the Waterfront, and indulge in a fusion of meals!
5
Marco Pincho
+5
I have been there for lunch, and the food was great. I went for the recommendation, tbone + plus desert and both were amazing. The meat is really delicious and tender, don't add any sauce because it has a great quality. I tried other great steak house in the city, and I would recommend Seeland instead of oter one. My girlfriend tried the salad of seafood that was very good as well. The view of the terrace is great. The service was 5 starts, they even offer a desert to my girlfriend, since I had a menu that included desert just for me. It is a good option in the waterfront
5
Steve Cockerham
+5
Really very good. Nothing is too much trouble for the guys and we ended up eating there most nights
4
king kyle
+4
It was our first time dining here and we enjoyed it. It was part of a wiki deal that I purchased and generally coupons aren't redeemable on public holidays but the restaurant was very willing to accommodate us. The wait staff were very friendly especially our server. I don't recall his name but he was wonderful. I had a steak and my husband had a seafood platter. Our food was perfectly presented and tasted great as well. We had a trio of desserts for dessert consisting of a brownie, cheese cake and something else I can't quite remember now. This too was delicious. Definitely a restaurant I would go to again.
5
Shane Joseph
+5
We used a voucher from wiki deals and this place did not treat us any different. We were warm welcomed and while they were preparing our table we were seated at the bar for less than 2min. We were then ushered to our table where we were provided with quite a selection for a voucher. Drinks came almost immediately, and could have it outside while we were having a smoke. Food came which was impressive, service was great although they did charge me for the drinks when it was part of the voucher, I didn't mind paying because I received Fantastic service, good food and wine. I will definitely go back.
5
ZEE Bachelor
+5
Fabulous food and great experience. Hats off to the manager on the evening we were there. The waiter informed us that it was a busy day and that they had run out a particular starter that everybody at our table had decided on. We informed the manager we were not happy. He went beyond the call of duty and told us that he would arrange the starter for us if we were prepared to wait just a little. In the mean time they topped the table up with their lovely complementary bread. In a little while the starters arrived and it was fantastic, definitely well worth the wait. This amazing service set the tone for rest of the evening which was fantastic. Five stars for excellent service and a great experience.
5
Daniel John
+5
Great atmosphere on the side of the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront overlooking the docks. Menu is well planned with a choice for everyone's favourite meal option. Good wine list with good locally sourced wines. Service is friendly. Staff is well dressed and professional. Enjoy the view of table mountain.
4
Keascher Allies
+4
Very good service, lovely location, great cocktails, not much variety but they're good
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