Flew to Cape Town to get married. The beautiful country of South Africa was the only place in the world that would let me marry my same-sex partner and would give a visa to a Thai national. (Shame on you, USA...I couldn't get married in my own country.)
We had our first dinner as a married couple at Café Manhattan. Great vibe, charming and enthusiastic waiter, good food. Nicholas couldn't do enough to make our night special. Much appreciated.
We enjoyed our visit very much and are planning to return to see more of the RSA and her warm and lovely citizens. We'll be sure to go back to Café Manhattan.
One of the best spots in Cape Town. Absolutely loved the place! The service was amazing. Went there with a friend for the 2-4-1 special for both burgers and drinks! Heaven on earth! Nothing beats specials when you’re running on a student budget. The burger was very nice, a very large portion with big MEAT😏
With the burger comes sides, fries and onions rings!! Two sides!!!!! I’m sold! Aaaaaand they have a fire place that I thoroughly enjoyed on that “winter” night! Definitely a place to visit
Not sure if they have this all the time but they have two for one drinks if you get there early enough on a Monday. We wanted somewhere warm and cozy but were reluctant as vegetarians. The falafel burger was incredible! So delicious and exactly what we wanted! Sometimes you just need a big saucy, crunchy burger with yummy sides. Worth a visit and shoutout to our waiter James for being awesome.
Came here for a quick burger fix with hubby. Was not expecting to find the best burgers in SA here :)
Hubby was so imressed that he would not stop talking about it :)
If I ever come back to Waterkant this is my go to place :)
The staff is great! The burgers are juicy and flavorful! I love the selection of cocktails and wine they have. It’s a fun place with fun people. It’s a gay establishment but as a straight person I had tons of fun! Love it! My friend had a milkshake and he says that was great too!
Visited this restaurant on New Year's Eve for dinner, it was amazing! The food, the Location, setting, atmosphere and service were all great.
I think the menu was limited because of NYE but, more options would've been great. But from the House beer, Texan wings and rib basket we ordered, those were great.
Will definitely be visiting again!
Love coming back to Cafe Manhattan! The energy here is always light and fun!
It's perfect for a quick drinks catchup with friends, and if you're feeling peckish, they have a great bar style menu.
Be warned, their burgers are massive and can easily be shared.
Really great vibe, the atmosphere is awesome and so comfortable and the burgers are really to die for. The staff are really bubbly and friendly. Will definitely be back again
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Great time at the bar! Awesome music, the best service and the waiters so friendly. Prices are very good, bar its clean. Perfect for meeting new people and have a great time.You wont regret it.
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I’ve been here a few times mainly for drinks. Over the years it has been the go to starting place for a night out and there had always been a nice buzz about the place. The few times I did eat food it was mainly of the burger variety and for the price disappointing. Maybe Manhattan is going through a slump or it just needs a concept tweak to keep it fresh but I have noticed a drop in vibe here.
Anastacia Candice Julie
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Only @ Cafe Manhattan!!
This review is LONG overdue, so if you have changed your menu since, then another visit is in order but I feel that I must give the credit where it is due!!
It's very seldom that you find a restaurant in Cape Town that is consistent which automatically makes it one of my favourite restaurants hands down!!
We often pop into restaurants on a daily basis and it becomes a problem when you tend to frequent the same restaurant three times a week, my problem, clearly not theirs!!
Upon arrival you are greeted with the friendliest yet feisty staff that'll help you chose that fab cocktail or shot just to start off your day, be it 11am or 15h00!!
One of my favorite dishes is the Salt and Pepper squid! I can honestly say that I've tried it at different locations and no one, and I do mean no one, does Salt & Pepper squid the way they do! Fried and served with fries with a chili and aioli sauce, it is squid heaven, you may just order a second!
Another favorite is the Dirty Texan Burger & my oh my was I not disappointed!! Drizzled in a chilli chocolate sauce, medium done, sizzling, it just tantalizes the taste buds and to top it off with another favorite, a Cosmpolitan
Can you honestly ask for anything more delicious? So pop down to Manhattans, it's a decadently delicious experience you won't forget.
Thank you to the amazing team behind the Cafe's success, you guys are phenomenal and consistent and that, in itself, is rare
Fun!!! Colorful, crowded, classic bar food. I got the vegetable platter which was giant and not just the stereotypical healthy vegetables, also had onion rings, fries all sorts of stuff. The milkshake was good too. Also got a salad, although wasn’t a fan of the taco shell bowl they put the salad in to be honest… nevertheless, still a great place.
Lovely place we came across. Super friendly staff all around. Cool outdoor dining even in a light rain. Great for people watching. The place is large enough (without feeling huge) to host a bar (with tv), dining area and outdoor seating.
Menu is mainly pub grub with burgers, pastas, and salads. We enjoyed salads, burger and the very large roasted vegetables platter. This platter is for sharing.
Extensive drink menu.
Recommend and would return.
I'm told that lots of gay bars and clubs in Cape Town have closed down. Cafe Manhattan remains sands I can understand why.
They have a great vibe, super friendly staff and great music. I actually think the music there was better than the club we went to later.
Had a hilarious incident where the top of my pepper mill came off and covered my potato wedges in pepper. Our waitress didn't bat an eyelid, took it away and brought us a fresh plate of food.
Great spot for a drink and/or meal. Service is super-friendly and engaging taking a minute to really connect. We shared a Greek salad then had a filet and ribeye. Both steaks were perfect medium rare. The joint is very LGBT friendly and the decor reflects that in a very fun way. Convivial times at the bar too of that’s what you’re looking for.
I had the beef bobotie spring rolls with a chutney dipping sauce and salsa. The beef was fabulous as well as the chutney. My husband ordered the ostrich, but they misunderstood and brought him a steak. Even though my husband insisted that it was fine, they made up for the mistake with a free drink. The steak was so-so, but the mushroom sauce was delicious. Our server, James, was exceptionally nice and visited with us for a few minutes.
To me this is one of the most stable landmarks in Die Waterkant. It's great to have a venue that doesn't change much. Always the same friendly service, well priced drinks and good food.
Stopped in for a quick drink with friends and definitely loved the vibe and the cool space.
Pleasant outing for friends and family. Lovely atmosphere, good food and interesting drinks, cocktails and shooters included. LGBTQ Friendly. Nice bar with fireplace in restaurant section. Very friendly service.
Love coming back to Cafe Manhattan! The energy here is always light and fun!
It's perfect for a quick drinks catchup with friends, and if you're feeling peckish, they have a great bar style menu.
Be warned, their burgers are massive and can easily be shared.
A lovely vibrant atmosphere with great service and very friendly staff. The food was amazing and the cocktails are so good! Will definitely be back!
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