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"I only went to Lefty’s because someone told me that their chicken and waffles are delicious. They are really great. We had a friendly and attentive..."
Lungi
"I went to Lefty's for one reason and one reason only, to try out their chicken waffle and glad to say i was not disappointed. Probably not the..."
Robin Mahlangu
"Love everything about this place, had such a lovely night here last week. Amazing Service, Amazing Food, Amazing Atmosphere, Amazing Decor. Just..."
Christél Kloppers
"Lefty’s food blew me away! This is not really my type of setting - a little too grimy and smoky - or food, but on our way to The Fugard with Dias..."
Bryan Vally
"I have always liked Leftys, to hang or to have a nice meal, the burgers and ribs are really tasty and is priced for what Cape Town is, expensive but..."
Carb Cockrell
"Loved the lunchtime vibe here.The food is like something out of diners, driveins and dives.It was all very tasty and well..."
Sara Lohmaier
"Last night my boyfriend & I were looking for a decent place to have ribs.We tried Downtown Ramen before, but never ate downstairs at Leftys..."
Chelsea E
"Decided to try Lefty's as my boyfriend felt like ribs and because we love Downtown Ramen. I had the mushroom burger and he had ribs. The mushroom..."
Eleni
"All round the food was very tasty and the portion sizes where decent. The service was abit slow but not bad and the setting is a little dark and..."
Lammies
"You don't get more authentic than Leftys.Great vibe and music selections.The food is also off the hook, personally my favourite..."
Byron
"Excellent food - come hungry! Their Southern Fried Chicken and Waffles is my absolute favourite! It's not quiet in there though - don't expect to..."
Claire_Nicola
"Tonight was the first time I sat down at Leftys usually I have their [absolutely delicious] pizza as take away. Tonight I had the Nashville fried..."
Zulfah Albertyn
"The Nashville Chicken was amazing - spicy, crispy, juicy, and with a fresh bun. It really is quite hot, so be warned.Their falafel is..."
Robynleepretorius
"Excellent pizza, fantastic drinks prices and about all that's left to say is..chicken and freakin waffles! I think it might be the only place in CT..."
MattJBlack3
"Lefty 's is a really cool bar and grill. The food is different and tasty and they have some drinks specials. Definitely worth visiting before a night..."
Milton Gering
"Loved my dinner at Lefty's a few nights ago - such a chilled place, good vibes and awesome unpretentious food. Service is friendly, maybe a little..."
Jessica Stromin
"I had a hankering for ribs last night, and I've been wanting to try Lefty's for quite some time, and let me tell you I was not..."
Janita Naidoo
"Lefty's has overtaken Jerry's for best burger for me. The cheeseburger is consistently mind blowing. I don't know what sauce they put on there to..."
Samantha Driver
"Sometimes tricky to get a table, but always worth it. Good, relaxed, friendly service. The food is simple, but satisfying (the ribs!). A great hidden..."
Pia Harris
"Total hipster vibes, waiters seem like you are disturbing them while they yawn at life. But holy mac & cheese can they make ribs. Fall of the bone,..."
Wez_Undercover
"I had the most delicious chicken and waffles at Leftys! The only problem is that it's way dark inside the restaurant, definitely bring your own..."
Megan Kammies
"This place is great! Found it by googling "best ribs in Cape Town" and was not disappointed. I like that the feel inside the restaurant is very..."
Chelsea Schippers
"Was my first visit tonight.. And not my last. There are just to many interesting comfort food I need to try.Lefty's a rather cool joint, dark..."
Herman Agenbag
"Always good vibes, love the shots and drink specials. The ribs are the best in Cape Town and waitrons become friends! Their pizzas are also delicious..."
Ryan Oberholzer
"I have eaten burgers all over Cape Town, tried all the top 10 lists. Lefty's cheese burger IS THE BEST!!! My number one burger in Cape Town...."
Mariska Vermeulen
"Interesting items on the menu (aka chalkboard). The beetroot falafel is incredible! The fried chicken wings on a waffle with maple syrup on the other..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Absolutely great!! My goodness the food was amazing. I had the sticky ribs and they were so delicious and trust me Lefty's is not stingy with their..."
Gladys Leboho
"Love this place! Very chill vibe and great for the fact that it opens late as well. It also seems quite popular because if you arrive around 9.30 or..."
Hang T
"Ended up here as #PechaKucha at Assembly was WAY full tonight and folks at 75 Harrington coffee spot told me to go up the road just as they were..."
James Costello
"Let me say this: this lowkey might be the best waffle I've had in recent memory. Right, back to the restaurant. This dive bar specializes..."
Hlela Gush
"Lefty's is alright. Been there a few times, the service was a bit slow for me. Took 30-40 mins to order even drink or get them. Food was fine, takes..."
Mohit Sureka
"I think the important thing to remember about Lefty's, as a vegan, is that while the menu probably isn't great if you're trying to avoid animal..."
Ben Rhys
"Great dive bar vibe, prices aren't quite as I'd expected but I guess relative to the rest of the CBD they aren't so bad. Their kimchi burger is one..."
Kim Siljeur
"My first time at Lefty's and it lived up to my expectations! The vibe is laidback - perfect after a long day at work - and the fried chicken waffles..."
Anja Morkel
"Went here for pre drinks before The Black Lips concert. The vibe is welcoming and dark. Music is a bit loud inside. The beers kept flowing and the..."
Katya Krat
"The ribs are genuinely not that great, I tried the chicken waffles twice - and they're amazing. The service is always good and you won't wait longer..."
Mosa Mashati
"Quaint, Bohemian little gem that sneakily slips under the radar. Kitchen closes very late so it is perfect for a spontaneous boozey chow. Having said..."
BT
"Had my first-ever pulled-pork sandwich here and it rocked the f--king Casbah. In fact, Lefty’s opened the door for me to American-style, Guy..."
Bree Street Brent
"I took my brother here for some ribs- and they are definitely right up there with the best. Service was a tad slow and we had to prompt the waiter to..."
Carla Schoeman
"Hip, central downtown city vibes. Delicious food and a great range from ribs, chicken on waffles to pizzas. The usual local craft and on..."
Lauren Arendse
"Popped into Lefty's at around 8pm and the joint was packed. A lot of similarities to a bar than one would find in London's Shoreditch area. Their..."
Philip Van Der Walt
"Lefty's is our grubby little home away from home. American style comfort food just like Mamma used to make 'em. They smoke their meat on the..."
Jessica
"I have to say that we have been avoiding Lefty's. We heard that the food was great, but had a bad experience trying to order the first time we went..."
Tafel Vir Twee
"Don't expect anything fancy, this place is small and raw. BUT....Left's has the most tastiest pulled pork sandwich. If they have ribs available then..."
Lisa
"The first time I went to Lefty's, it was for a drink. And I honestly assumed given its atmosphere (and the late time of night) that I was there that..."
Melanie Du Toit
"I have been dying to try out Lefty's since I heard they have fried chicken waffles! When we got there, we got the impression of dive bar/hole in the..."
Kirsty Donald
"I've been to Lefty's a few times and have never been disappointed.It's not a classy establishment and never tries to be something it isn't...."
Nix
"The ribs are FANTASTIC! Service was pretty good. Good atmosphere. Not a huge fan of an indoor smoking section, but it doesn't detract from the food...."
Camilla Wilson
"I live within walking distance of this local hangout - and I'm never disappointed! The place itself is a little dark and dingy, but I think that adds..."
Gillian
"Big fan! Lefty's is a good hang out spot, and the food doesn't disappoint! I'm a little obsessed with the chicken and waffles, and have to go at..."
Leah Feiger
"I heard great things about the waffles at leftys and my word were they fantastic! Waffles covered with crispy chicken strips, bacon and..."
Kelly Rae Gifford
"Ribs ribs ribs! If you love ribs then you will love Leftys. Their ribs are sticky, BBQ, fall off the bone delicious. You will always find yourself..."
Bebz H
"Lefty's has truly given me a food orgasm with the best ribs I've ever had. They are deliciously tender, fall of the bone juicy greatness. YUM YuM..."
Nana Sokhela
"Food is out of this world amazing, and creative! The vibe is very chilled and friendly. It's definitely a spot to chill and enjoy good..."
Danielle Luyt
"This place is just truly amazing. Was there a few weeks ago for a little holiday and I was SO impressed. The vibe of this place is just amazing, cool..."
Caroline Mears
"Hipster central. Go there for the ribs, you won't be disappointed. Good pizza selection. Limited craft beer selection. The owner is often on the..."
Roan
"I've had the falafels, ribs, chicken waffles and pizza... the pizza though!!! I don't really like ribs in general and the chicken waffles were a bit..."
Lauren Waller
"Such a chilled place with an awesome burger menu. Don't go if you're in a rush though. Only if you're keen for amazing burgers and cool staff...."
Jani Schnehage
"Wow. This place left us wondering where we had been and what had happened (in a good way)!We had an awesome time at this little dive. The..."
Leon Pretorius
"This place is a mix of awesome and awful.it is filthy at the bar.. maybe cleaner in the kitchen.i kind of get the feeling  that the staff..."
Martin Evans
"Southern Fried Chicken, waffles, syrup, and bacon. Honestly, need I say more? My friends and I washed this down with beer, and didn't feel nearly as..."
Reshmi Muringathuparambil
"My sister and I came here for dinner and drinks after work, we had incredible service by Garren who was very knowledgeable about the menu and very..."
Raine Tauber
"Went for a meal there and sadly had to sit outside in the winter as it was full. The cold was soon forgotten as I was pleased with their gin special..."
Ryan Harrison
"Bloody amazing ribs, oh my word - you can literally just pull the meat off the bones with your fingers, it is so tender. Some friends took me for a..."
Jade Marie Couch
"Amazingly good food.Lefty's will leave you satisfied, hating yourself, but satisfied. Ribs were amazing, chicken and waffles phenomenal, they do..."
Roy Mathieu Borole
"Great vibe, soulful music and really good food. The pulled pork sandwich is among the best I've had in Cape Town! I would definitely recommend going..."
Mbaki Wotho
"Lefty's is perfect for a night of festivity on a casual and intimate level. The food is amazing and down to the point of being real. No..."
Khensani Ruth-Tanya De Klerk
"Brought a large group of 10 people to Lefty's saturday night around 6pm. They very quickly made adequate seating us, which was a huge relief and very..."
Roxanna Reaves
"Look place to go to with mates. Very chilled and spacious, think they had a band last time as well. The ribs are good as well! In my personal top 3..."
Sebastian
"This is one of the first places I went to when I moved down. Most people do. They're famed for their sticky barbeque ribs, which I have smashed..."
Ricki Allemann
"As I love me some ribs, we had to try them out for ourselves at Lefty's, fast gaining a reputation for having ‘the best ribs and drunk food’..."
Leigh Andrews
"I had the pulled pork hamburger and it was incredible! Service was a bit slow but everyone was very friendly there. Leftys is a great place to take..."
Taryn Kelly
"Based in an quiet part of CBD this bohemian style restaurant offers a small variety of food. Friends I was with enjoyed the food, but I was not..."
Travis
"Leftys is a fantastic, gritty, bohemian gem of a restaurant. Can definitely say that they have the best ribs in Cape Town and would recommend it to..."
Mathew West-Russell
"Love the vibes here. Lefty's has great diner food at reasonable prices. I've tried quite a lot on their menu. A little disappointed with the crispy..."
Ming-Cheau Lin
"Brilliant ambience and general vibe, definitely a great spot for those one a "student budget". The fried chicken and waffles, burgers and chicken..."
Nyaki Makgoba
"All I can say is chicken, bacon and syrup waffles!!! They are the best! The Ramen upstairs is also very tasty. Huge portions and vibey place to be...."
Tammy
"I went to this laid back restaurant with a friend on a lazy Friday evening, to see what the hype was surrounding this place. We were there during..."
Christine Diampovisa
"I use Uber Eats for convenience. Lefty is a real great option for burgers with fries. The food standards are really high, and I am always happy with..."
Austyn Cohen
"Service is rather slow but ribs and burgers are fantastic! I dare say that the ribs are probably the best I've had. Highly recommended..."
Mike Levithan
"Really cool vibe. Very nice staff. Food was OK. The ribs are awesome according to other..."
Bianca van der Walt
"Good stop for after work drinks and a bite to eat. A relaxed atmosphere and friendly laid back vibe can come in sit down have a draft and a quick..."
Jacqued Jacobs
"Great vibe .. enjoyed the old music classics and the food was amazing service was great to .. thank you for having me.. also had a Hyperli voucher..."
Jade Clarke
"Love lefties, its the best place to bring friends and have a good time. Always have specials and they have the best ribs in town. Smoking area..."
Ryan Meintjes
"My absolute favorite place! Have to try the ribs if you have the change. Don't know if I like the new amendments done to the place. But the food is..."
Liza van der Watt
"Love the ribs!!! Even though one time they took forever to be made and were under cooked but generally the ribs are great. I’ve heard good things..."
Peleka Mgugudo
"A nice cozy place where the best ribs in the city can be found. Cheeseburgers and the Kentucky chicken waffle are awesome! Select craft beers on tap..."
Brendon Pearce
"We were walking around looking for a place to eat. Ended up walking down this street that was not lit. Seen this place and came in. My first thought..."
Rachael Belnavis
"Food is reliably very good. Pulled pork is standout but almost everything else is worth a try depending on what BBQ mood you are in. Good beer...."
Henry Camp