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Osteria Tarantino
90/100 (1064 ratings)
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Accepts Credit Cards
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"Just had a delicious meal at this quaint little piece of Italy. We shared a starter of mozzarella sheets filled with parma ham, sundried tomato and..."
Elise Bredenkamp
"I was consistently impressed from the moment I walked into this restaurant! This is an authentic family run Italian restaurant - the service was..."
Aurora Marcopoulos
"Dear Enrico, Teresa, Michele & Jonathan, We're back in Philippines & missing Osteria Tarantino very much. We will toast to your good health &..."
Dina Hourihan
"Our second meal here. Fantastic! The menus are on a chalkboard but just ask the owner Enrico for suggestions and you won't be disappointed. A family..."
Mike Bermingham
"It is my favorite restaurant in CapeTown!!! More than a meal, it was a touching experience, a great memory ! They are so kind and lovely.. and the..."
Bouillette Mrtn
"Went last night to the first time & was extremely happy! Delicious spinach & ricotta ravioli in an incredible truffle sauce. Quite unusual, haven't..."
Vicky Hasson
"these beautiful gems really tickle my fancy. the passion really shows, in a variety of ways. firstly, the venue is quaint in an on-trend, yet rustic..."
Luis Vieira
"Osteria Tarantino - What a treasure! Enrico and his family really deliver excellence. The food is lip-smackingly good and will have me back for more...."
Juliette Arrighi de Casanova
"Small and cozy restaurant, great traditional food and amazing people! Thank you Osteria Tarantino for the great night!! I highly recommend..."
Julien Merle
"Thank you Teresa, Enrico and Michele for a great evening with your delicious food, the Tiramisu is for sure the best I had in a South African..."
Hajo Kowalke
"The best Italian restaurant in Cape Town, possibly South Africa- the most authentic and delicious experience combined with great..."
Kelsey Dobie
"Exceptionally beautiful hidden gem, had a wonderful meal. Great service with a personal touch! Can't wait to come..."
Cara McAvinchey
"Gorgeous quaint little Italian place in Waterkant St Definitely worth a visit for authentic superb quality Italian cuisine! Super service! Take yr..."
Shelley Webb
"Best authentic Italian in Cape Town by a long shot! Try the home made fresh pastas - Ravioli with Truffle cream sauce and 4P's pasta. Both..."
Jon Colledge
"The best kept secret. Amazing setting, beautiful authentic Italian food, great service.. Wonderful..."
John Scott
"AMAZING! Delicious authentic pasta and brilliant service! We will definitely be back when in town again..."
Jess Albrecht
"Osteria torentino - if you want to have a pasta that will send you into the abyss of another realm, you need to pop into ostero tarantino. The 4..."
Neil Smith
"Best Italian restaurant in Cape Town. From start to finish everything was just right. Not perfect - just right. For starters we had the burata, and I..."
Helené Prinsloo
"The best pasta I've ever had in Cape Town! The place is small and we were luck to get a table after booking the day before, but the atmosphere is..."
Vicky
"Intimate atmosphere with fantastic service. Food portions are just right and the tiramisu is to die for. Be sure to book, this is place is booked up..."
Claudia Emanuel
"We've been lucky enough to eat here twice now, and loved the food all round. Deficits don't feature, simply delicious. More importantly though is the..."
Jürgen Kieslich
"Delicious food- out of this world! Little Italy in the heart of Cape Town. Hands on owner and friendly staff, I would recommend anyone to go visit...."
Crystal De Haast
"Been so looking forward to finally get in at OT's.. Acclaimed as the best Italian restaurant in Cape Town... The setting was perfect... Back street....."
Rayonfood
"This place was excellent. I have been trying to get in every time I go down to Cape Town but you need to book long in advance. I expected it to be a..."
Nicole Hackner
"I’ve waited to visit Osteria Tarantino a long time.... getting in there without booking a week in advance is pretty much impossible. It was well..."
Bryan Vally
"Intimate and authentic Italian tucked away in De Waterkant. Great pastas and affordable wine options. Try the 4 P's signature dish and home made..."
Billy Hare
"Best meal of the year. Definitely my best restaurant for now. Having just returned from a trip to Italy, I can honestly say it does does not get..."
Alan Tucker
"This restaurant is a hidden Italian gem. It is tiny, intimate and felt incredibly authentic. We were served by a lovely Italian gentleman..."
Ty Meadows
"Osteria Tarantino was incredible. Having spent much time eating all the pasta in Italy, we can say that this is hands down "The Italian" restaurant...."
Table For Three
"Superb evening out with friends at this small, authentic Italian. It was packed when we arrived at 7:30pm and we were the last to leave at 11pm, so..."
Andrew Campbell
"Brilliant!My absolute favourite type of restaurant. Small, simple menu that serves great ingredients that are perfectly prepared. The..."
Allan Moita
"I have died and gone to heaven! Brilliant Authentic Italian cuisine! Had the 4 "p"'s and Ravioli with cream truffle sauce! Truly out of the world!..."
Desiré Crowther
"Where to begin... well, three days later and I am still drooling over this meal! The restaurant is small, so book ahead. But, wow. The food. WOW!!..."
Kaylee Dobie
"Best Vongole made by Papa, good food great people. Thank you for the lovely lunch.Lovely afternoon in the sun. Great to have family run and..."
R Cormack - Thomson
"Top notch. Wonderful food. Portions not too big or small. Great desserts that even habitual non-dessert eaters can't resist. Decent prices...."
Amrik Cooper
"Midweek Birthday lunch at this homely italian restaurant tucked away off Waterkant street. The owner in attendance is always a good sign and the food..."
Ryan Goodman
"It’s been a while since I was in Italy but if I take a bite of Osteria Tarantino pasta it brings me right back to those warm nights by lake Como...."
FoodMissionary
"Authentic and absolutely delicious from start to finish. This family owned and run little gem is brilliant for a work dinner or date night. Simple..."
Mike Varney
"Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. Faultless.Enrico is the cutest, most charming little Italian fellow you will ever meet. The cosy..."
Tarryn Owies
"An Italian Gem: The restaurant and the owner! I have now had the pleasure of eating at Osteria twice within the space of a month and the..."
Luke James Fletcher
"Very friendly and authentically Italian. The veal meatballs & spaghetti would make your day 9.5 out 10 times!!Free corkage allows you to..."
Eric Ngoie
"This little restaurant is a gem. It's rare to find a great place such as this. The food was excellent with the customer service being on an equal..."
Shaun
"This restaurant wow where do I begin... I must say I have been to many Italian restaurants in South Africa and around the world but osteria tarantino..."
Giuliano Sesamo
"What a little hidden treasure! I have never ever finished an entire pasta let alone an entire pasta after starters! The food was phenomenal! The..."
Victoria Angel
"This little restaurant is our own piece of authentic Italy right on the doorstep. I found it by accident whist strolling through De Waterkant..."
Ian Gibbs
"A really good Italian family restaurant. Quaint with good service. The 4p's pasta and veal with mushrooms were world class. Definitely recommend it...."
Luigi
"I saw some rave reviews of this restaurant on trip advisor had couldn't wait to try it. Tucked away at the top of Waterkant St, the location is..."
Angus
"This was some of the best food I have ever eaten in my life. The flavours and attention to detail were amazing. Every dish was excellent and the..."
Jesse Gillis
"Italian food made with passion. Quality ingredients and bags full of flavour. Small, cute and cozy. Only 10 tables. Run by the owner. Well worth the..."
Jason Nolan
"Definitely worth a visit. Meet the owner. Wine recommendation was lovely. Food was different but absolutely delicious. Atmosphere was proper Italian...."
David Hope
"This place is fantastic. Reservation is a must. You are personally attended by the owner, Enrico. Home-made pasta. Generous potions. You feel at..."
J. Antonio Castro
"One of our favourite spots in the Waterkant. Their pastas are made fresh and are absolutely delicious. My Favorite is the 4 P’s and the truffle..."
Nancy Nangle
"The restaurant is conveniently located in De Waterkant and gives off authentic traditional Italian vibes. The food is outstanding. The pasta is..."
Matthew Roos
"Great little place to get some real Italian pasta for a grate price. The owner is very nice and the staff is attentive. I had the 4 P's bianco which..."
DuckyFN
"This is a quaint Italian style restaurant with very few seats so getting a reservation was a bit tricky but it was so worth it! The space is really..."
Mugisha Hakizimana
"We stayed in an VBRO about a block away from the restaurant. The home owner happened to be Italian and when we asked for recommendations for where to..."
Noah Vaughan
"Best pasta I had in my life, all home made with the best flavors. A gem of a little hidden restaurant near Bo- Kaap. Will most certainly be..."
Chanel Van der Westhuizen
"We struggled to find the place, Google Maps did not much help because we didn't realise that it was upstairs. Sadly, the veal hadn't yet been..."
Maurice Meyer
"A fantastic place to eat in Cape Town, highly recommend you plan in advance and make a reservation here as it’s a smaller place! I had 4Ps bianco..."
Kelly Robinson
"Amazing restaurant and service. The owner is very friendly his name is Enrico. For starters we had octopus carpaccio and veg buratta. We had da Luca..."
Yajna Gold
"Food was good. I went there by myself and i for me the service was a little too inattentive. But I would definitely recommend to go there. But better..."
Florian Tschurtschenthaler
"This is a great little authentic Italian restaurant, it deserves all the accolades it receives. The pasta dishes are delectable, freshly made and..."
Stéfan de Beer
"Another OMG hidden gem. Italian food at its best from starter to desert. Our party group had an exclusive experience. Balanced flavours a must try..."
Shaolin Cafe
Fork Restaurant
89/100 (3197 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Spanish
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Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Dinner
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Pasta
Meatballs
Salad
Quail
Raclette
Risotto
Lamb
Tuna
Pesto
Salmon
Fish
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Curry
Prawns
Fondue
Beef
"Amazing food that not only presented well but was also delicious. I'm not a big dessert fan but the milktartspring rolls were my favourite..."
Simone
"I really enjoyed the views here looking down at Long street. The service was good but one suggestion from one of my diners they can try and describe..."
Kimson Chan
"Great and very original tapas! Everything was just amazing.I would recomend the deep fried goat cheese and the Ostrich with sweet..."
Ana Sofia Rodrigues
"What a pleasant surprise! Hubby and I came here for an impromptu date and really enjoyed our meal. We ordered the special which was a tasting plate..."
Chanel Momsen
"A phenomenal evening. Always a pleasure to visit a establishment that puts so much effort into their meals. Tips: The goats cheese is literally from..."
Chelsea Tucker
"Lunch at Fork today. Great place. Friendly and well trained staff.Great variety of dishes, a treat for the taste buds. Definitly a place to..."
Kevin Pirie
"Very nice vibe... tapas was nice, the pork belly and fillet on mushroom bruschetta was my favourite. Sticky toffee pudding was great. Long island..."
Lee
"An absolutely stunning place. Situated further down on Long Street, away from all the noise. Beautiful set up. This place has very delicious tapas...."
Hlonipho
"My tastebuds were in heaven during my visit to Fork for their food and wine pairing evening which takes place most Wednesdays during winter. I..."
Hassan Nirvana
"Fork is a favourite for delicious fine dining like tapas. Have been a few times and the food, service, ambience is always fantastic. Some favourites..."
David Metelerkamp
"Food, waiters and atmosphere is amazing. But most of all THE FOOD! Loved every bit of the experience and my favorite was the steak. Will definitely..."
Magic Mari
"It was really the best dining experience I’ve ever had! The food was mind-bogglingly good, and our waitress (Faith was her name) was very attentive..."
Michaela
"We had such a wonderful dinner here. The seared tuna was incredible and I had the most delicious sangria with it. The calamari salad that..."
Georgi Meihuizen
"Truly well thought out and delicious tapas. Every plate was beautiful, tasty and unlike anything I’d eaten before. The kitchen was very..."
Melissa Do Couto
"Fork is really good, I couldn’t sit so I ordered takeaway. The food was delicious, so sad I didn’t discover this place when I still lived close..."
Maphophea
"Lovely restaurant with very lively atmosphere. Interesting food. Very friendly staff and good service. Will definitely return when next in Cape Town...."
Renata Fulton
"Fantastic service, attentive without being overbearing. We had some incredible coppa with fresh figs, beautiful ostrich, ravioli, asparagus and..."
Louise Perold
"It was all lovely! The kudu was my fiance's favourite, where the lamb was mine. The deep fried goats cheese was also amazing. A perfect end was the..."
Anais Du Toit
"What a fantastic dining experience. The food was delicious and exciting with lots of good vegetarian options. The seared tuna, pancetta wrapped..."
Amy Scott
"Fantastic service and cosy atmosphere. Had the most amazing tapas with a bottle of Black Dog Malbec. Can’t fault anything about this restaurant...."
Tim Hillock
"Food is good, interesting experience and combination of flavors. Really well priced but I won’t go back again, too many ingredients in a single..."
Giorea1984
"Best tapas restaurant in cape town! Very good value for money and the food is excellent! We ordered the seared salmon, tiger prawns, the calamari..."
Robyn Palmer
"Warm and unpretentious vibe. The menu had loads of great sounding options and everything I tried was unique and delicious. From the many vegetarian..."
Gabi
"Nothing pretentious about this restaurant. Such a cozy feel and delicious food with service. Mainly serving tapas style portions. Every dish served..."
Ankur Agarwal
"Came here one weekday for their lunch special, having never been here before. Let's start with the service - it was exceptional - like something you..."
Aletha Jeftha
"Great Tapas in the City 🥂🙏🏼I absolutely loved the Fork atmosphere! So inviting and such a great restaurant feel to it like none other...."
Emma Haines
"Had a late lunch at Fork on a weekday. The restaurant has a very relaxed with a warm vibe. Our waitress was incredibly helpful with choosing our..."
Jenisha Govender
"What really impressed me about Fork, was the separate glute-free menu. How wonderful it was to not have to ask about ingredients. It set my mind at..."
Jennifer Van Riet
"Had a lovely experience at Fork last week. Although being a wednesday evening the place was packed with people and a welcoming vibe. Candles placed..."
Kaitlyn Williams
"Really enjoyed our visit to Fork! The waiter was very friendly and attentive. We sat upstairs on the balcony and watched the hustle and..."
Jade Adair
"Fork has become a classic in town, always good quality dishes, with the twist of tasting sizes, so you can taste more than just a starter and a main...."
Pusm
"Really cool spot. Enjoy the city vibe on the terrace. The food is artfully presented and delicious. 10 out of 10 for the braised lamb.Great..."
Sam Bell
"What a fantastic food, service and atmosphere experience. We loved the mains, especially the pork. Thank you to the very fast, efficient and friendly..."
Gillian
"We didn't have a reservation and took a chance. We were seated on the balcony on a balmy evening which was perfect. The food was absolutely..."
Sally Blaine
"Really enjoyed our first dinner at Fork the other night. Feel that the tapas style dinner was well suited to a table of 4 which we had. We will..."
Simon Whyte
"Beautiful little gem in Cape Town CBD Long Street. Great food and vibe. Friendly staff. A unique experience. Would recommend to others! Very creative..."
Riani
"Been eyeing this place for a while. Its always busy and we weren't disappointed. The waiter was really good and professional and the food was the..."
Lourens
"Food wasn't as good as I remembered it. Was there a couple of years ago and it was the best meal I've had back then. Now the food is still pretty..."
Amy Chen
"I really enjoy this little spot. It's across the way from my office so I guess it gets extra points for being convenient. The service is always..."
Ash Pash
"I've been here a few times with international visitors and it never disappoints! The prawns wrapped in bacon is delicious and the risotto tart is a..."
Ilse Liebenberg
"I was there for pre event snacks and a drink and I was really impressed with their service, food and general ambiance of the place. I will definitely..."
Rene Fritz
"I finally got round to going to Fork, a place I had always seen and heard about, like a mythical creature.It was myself and a friend, and I of..."
Kezia Swanepoel
"Came here for dinner during the week. It was fairly busy, but service was still great. The food was amazing!! However, the..."
Tiffany Lara Elliott
"Perhaps I have mentioned this before, but I think that tapas are pretty cool. I mean, bite-sized portions of all things weird and wonderful,..."
I Love Foodies
"Food: 4.5Drinks: N/AService: 4.5Would I go back: Definitely Recommendations: Make sure that you're seated upstairs and maybe try..."
Sebastien Mafuna
"One of the few good options along Long Street. an institution that works well and do not change over the years.  It's always enjoyable to get 4..."
Chevalier Noir
"I sometimes go there during lunch for the special for R 80 for a nice mixed tapas plate, coffee and wine. Really tasteful. Service sometimes a bit..."
Jana Williams
"I think this is the best Tapas place in Cape Town because of the flavour combinations and how each dish delivers on taste. The only criticism is that..."
Beata Wedderburn
"Always a nice dinner and a perfect winter local favorite! Parking is a bit of an issue but the host and waiters are great. Nice wine selection and..."
Mark Coumbes
"I really love the tapas concept. The waitrons take the time to explain the whole menu to you and each individual dish if you'd like. We first had the..."
Marika Mammen Appiah
"If I could rate 10 I would! Went with colleagues and global colleagues who really enjoyed it. Great wine selection, and lovely tasting menu for us...."
Lynn Boffa
"Absolutely splendid experience.The food in particular was just amazing.The waiter/wine connoisseur was very friendly + it did very little damage to..."
Tanaka Mujaya
"i absolutely love this place its one of my favorite restaurants, not for the food but for the atmosphere and the vibe it comes with, my girlfriend..."
Waseem Dawood
"The place is small, yet hard to miss on the long Street. The place had limited seating, and seems so popular that the owner had to refuse seating to..."
Deepika Mangla
"Great vibe, lovely service! Fork is a must for any foodie. Definitely coming again, it was recommended by a few friends. Try the pork belly...."
Minouw Coetzee
"Had a forking unreal dinner at Fork this week. Wow. Was absolutely in awe of the innovation behind the menu. Fork is undoubtedly one of the..."
BT
"It has been a week since our visit to this quaint place in Cape Town CBD and I can still not get this place out of my head. It is absolutely..."
Marie
"We had every intention of going elsewhere for dinner, but there was rugby on TV, filling up every burger joint with a TV in the CBD. So quite..."
Carla Schoeman
"This was my first time ever eating at Fork and I have to say they a quite impressive. We were served very fast and the waiter was very helpful and..."
Nici Botha
"Fork offers such a great dining experience. It's a tapas restaurant that offers sharing platters, where each dish comes with four bite sized..."
Jayshall Vassen
"I visited Fork for a business lunch and again for supper a few nights later . Atmosphere was good , service and front of house management was..."
Greg Christy
"My second time dining at fork and must say it was great. From the first visit to the second one a yeah later nothings changed. The food and service..."
Ulisha Moodley
"I've now been here twice in the last week and I really enjoyed both times. I felt like the service and ambience were better at dinner than lunch. For..."
Jaynisha Patel
"Tasty dishes, but not good value for money. They have a nice balcony, but without shade, so on a day like today where it is 35 degrees, the outside..."
Hannes Prinsloo
"quite unassuming from the street, if you dare to wonder inside it will be a heavily delight. (although definitely consider making a booking..."
Lauren Arendse
"The food was great to excellent, one or two of the tapas dishes didn't grab me while my table mates loved them. The service was of a level one would..."
Glen Loxton
"Truly amazing food but way overpriced for what you get. Don't come hungry or you'll end up paying a fortune. I'd say it's a better spot for snacks..."
Jessica Stromin
"The food is tasty, well prepared and well presented, and the restaurant is cosy, but if you have a big appetite, or feel like comfort food, then..."
Coral Le Roux
"Perhaps I have mentioned this before, but I think that tapas are pretty cool. I mean, bite-sized portions of all things weird and wonderful,..."
I Love Foodies
"A really nice ambience and pleasant staff.  I had two specials - bocconcini with pesto and tomato and rabbit on doughnut with red wine onion (see..."
Kevin Brooks
"This is a gem that is tucked away in the busy long street. It has a downstairs, upstairs as well as a small balcony for when the weather is good. It..."
Roland
"It was the ideal choice for a mid week night out when we arrived in the city centre where it is well located. Fork is very accomplished and has been..."
AG
"I can't wait to go back and try all the dishes that I never got to try! Other than the food, the best part of this cosy restaurant was the sterling..."
Tracy Morison
"This is the second time I've been to fork, but I have to say it's a beautiful restaurant. It's so warm and inviting, not expected of long street at..."
Tiyaarah Cloete
"Stunning food (again..)Solid tapas restaurant on Long Street. A little touristy but consistently good food. I try to get here..."
Karl Dukes
"Great little restaurant that one would not normally expect to find on long street. We enjoyed a super meal here and can't wait to be back. The menu..."
Garth Balabanoff
"The long, narrow and warmly lit space at Fork caught our attention initially. Far from traditional Spanish tapas, this bustling place still rakes..."
Heneedsfood
"The food at fork is always great! I love trying lots of their little plates and sharing them with the table.Some of our favourites include the..."
Toomuchloveliness
"What an absolute gem. Stumbled upon this unassuming little spot and was so pleased I did. Fork offers the most delicious tapas style food, perfect..."
Bronwyn Esterhuizen
"Apparently I am very happy with the place, but friend of mine who worked there told that the kitchen is dirty😱. Next time we ll be there I ll..."
Alesea Stoianova
"We went here for a birthday, and had the tapas style platters. Delicious food, and wonderful cozy ambiance! Lovely service and staff. Delicious..."
Michela Benigno
"Delicious as always! Great wine, wonderful atmosphere, attentive service and inventive food. Loved the cosy wooden booth type table and posing for..."
Lisa
"My all time primary tapas restaurant in Cape Town ! Big variety of tapas to choose from and I've never been disappointed- it's 5years since I first..."
Cassie
"Absolutely superb! We went to Fork with friends who are always raving about the place... And now we know why. From the warm greeting we received from..."
Melissa
"I went to Fork on a recommendation from a friend and I had an amazing experience. The food was fresh, well presented and delicious. The helping were..."
Travis
"Superb!There really is no other way to describe this restaurant. There is no doubts as to why they are always busy. Quality food and..."
Allan Moita
"I went to Fork with a rather large group of people. The manager was very accommodating and seated us in the air conditioned (read: small slice of..."
Shekhar
"I went to Fork with my family for my birthday celebration last night and I couldn't have chosen a better spot. The food & service were both..."
Kate McLean
"Totally enjoyed the tapas here. Good variety of tapas options with specials on the chalk boards. Ordered 9 dishes including 2 from the Spoon menu..."
Wong Mun Sun
"Very good experience with this place. I had dinner and it was fantastic in all aspects - service, ambiance and food. Good quality of tapas and good..."
YQ Teng
"I live for 3 years around the corner and finally made it to FORK. What an experience. This is by far a great restaurant. Had the tuna, kudu, goat..."
Cape Joe
"We've drove past this restaurant so many time and finally got a chance to try it. Staffs are super welcoming. We initially thought the price was..."
Lydia Kim
"Great wine and great food. Server was excellent and made ordering a breeze! We asked for his top 3 , which made him laugh and I understood by the end..."
A R
"Great tapas with a strong concept: food eaten with a fork, usually in 4 bites. Well worth a try. Most reviews mention that this place is relatively..."
Maddy
"Luxurious, amazing, touching the tastebuds like a wonderful experience! We ordered 10 (yes 10) dishes and all were excellent. A must..."
Matt Maroon
"Very sweet restaurant with classy English atmosphere, friendly staff and rich food. We had the lunch special and the 5 pcs of tapas were very good!..."
Alexander Timper
"The food is fantastic, as is the service. The owner (Ed) is a great English guy. You won't be disappointed with anything here. The only downside, if..."
Bob Tieleman
"Very nice tapas! You can park at the street. Portion and choice are great! Will definitely go another..."
Zenon Yeung
"A friend of my wife recommended this restaurant and we were glad they did. Located on Long Street which is mainly clubs and bars. A tapas..."
Richard Schagrin
"My husband and I really enjoyed Fork! It was slightly pricy, but so delicious and worth every penny! We had the seared tuna with tatsoi salad and..."
Kaitlyn Fogarty
"Amazing restaurant, all the food was cooked to perfection and just delicious. Highly..."
Bhumika Mistry
"Great & flavorful tapas! Lovely staff and relaxing environment! I walked in for lunch, and quite nice..."
Praew S.
"I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious and very reasonably priced. Their menu is creative, highlighting local ingredients. The place..."
Anne Mehta
"Good food, well cooked and served. All the food is prepared at the moment and with fresh ingredients. I'm very satisfied about what I ate, drank and..."
marco eraser
"Great service and some of the best food I've ever had. Everything was cooked perfectly and was delicious. Highly recommended and I've eaten at some..."
Andy
"Cozy place with great tapas and local craft beer. Literally everything we had was delicious. They even had a separate nut free menu. A couple of the..."
Scott Breier
Maria's Greek Cafe
86/100 (1411 ratings)
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Turkish
Mediterranean
Greek
Turkish
Gluten Free Options
International
Healthy
International
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
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Brunch
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After-hours
Dinner
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Meatballs
Pasta
Hake
Moussaka
Salad
Calamari
Halloumi
Mussels
Calamares
Lamb
Pesto
Tapas
Hummus
Sit down
Mediterranean
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Table Service
Free Wifi
Wheelchair Accessible
Non-smoking restaurants
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Reservations
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Seating
Digital Payments
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"What a lovely place. We got such a warm welcome from our waitress. She answered all our questions regarding the menu, such a person's person. Food -..."
Sonia Gouws
"Love this place! Always amazing food and friendly service! Can't wait for them to reopen after the..."
Gabrielle Fluxman
"Extraordinary food variations of the open kitchen, even for experienced hipster kitchen hopper. Heartwarming service included :) The best dine I've..."
Lotte Kraus
"Love this place! The aubergine pita is by far the best (perhaps because I always order it)!!!! :) people are awesome and the atmosphere is..."
Loraine Van Der Westhuizen
"Sat 19/09/2015 . The best, mouth watering food from beginning to end! I will for sure be back for more! Absolute hidden gem in town, with plenty..."
Pikkie Botha
"Really great food & good service! I had the best moussaka there last night! 🙌 can't wait to go..."
Hayley Roman
"One of my favourites on Dunkley Square. It is a Greek Restuarant with hip vibe, service and food is..."
Jeremy Adam Wlaszek Walt
"Had a fantastic dinner celebrating a friends birthday. Very generous portions and great..."
Darin Lotz
"Delicious food and warm, friendly service. A fantastic choice for a laid back Friday lunch in Cape..."
Catherine Cohen
"Best roast lamb I've had yet! And such a great vibe and location. Very friendly staff who can actually recommend what you should order..."
Gemma Kendall Pelton Bluff
"Fantastic food and beautiful atmosphere..."
Michelle Verwiel
"Their food is out of this world delicious, the atmosphere is super cosy & the service is welcoming & friendly. Maria’s is perfect for a romantic..."
Amber Kneisel
"What a brilliant Greek restaurant Great ambiance Understated decor but amazing tapas- some of the best I’ve ever enjoyed We ordered a..."
Trevor
"Favourite restaurant to go for especially since it’s halaal friendly and excellent food. The male waiter (can’t remember his name) did a very..."
Aishapaedia
"Just had dinner at this gardens gem. As always food was devine and the atmosphere under the trees was amazing with smiling friendly waitresses and a..."
Pria G
"I really felt like Greek food so used the Zomato app to search for a place in Cape Town. Maria’s was brilliant just what I needed healthy fresh..."
Louise
"Amazing evening at Maria’s. Divine food and lovely setting, we got a number of starters to share and they were all equally delicious. Favorites..."
Gemma Scholtz
"What an amazing restaurant. I will go back over and over. Sitting outside underneath the trees amongst old building and small narrow streets, it..."
Magda Oosthuysen
"I love sitting outside at Maria’s on warm sunny days. All of the food here is just delicious, from the mezze to the lunch special and..."
Claudia Penny
"Went to Maria’s for dinner last night and I think it is quite a gem. Hidden away in the Gardens area. Downside, parking is a bit of an..."
Lucian
"Great vibe, very cosy!! The most incredible spanakopita I’ve EVER had in my life... the Lamb Maria’s was underwhelming but the lamb with orzo..."
Tay
"Such a lovely experience. Maria's is very cosy, there is a downstairs and upstairs. We were lucky to get a table by just walking in, but..."
Liani
"definitely one of my go-to restaurants. delish calamari and chips and mezze! nice energy and vibe. cosy in winter and the perfect alfresco dining..."
Morgan
"Greek food at its best. Such a beautiful setting in the heart of Cape Town, this restaurant really feels like you're in a European city...."
Dani Gama
"Update: Maria’s is finally open! Owing to their kitchen burning down some time ago, they’ve been closed for a few months to renovate...."
Aletha Jeftha
"Maria's is my first choice for Greek food in Cape Town, and is an overall favourite for a quality meal in a cosy setting. I can recommend the chicken..."
George Miller
"Food: We ordered a few mezzes which came all on one board. This I found great as it created a very interactive eating environment. With that being..."
Paul_broome
"A great lunch at Maria's today! I had the vegan platter for 1 (R92) which had deep fried aubergines and zucchini, hummus, olives, an..."
The Chowing Bunnies
"I have never been a big fan of Greek food but this place definitely changed my mind. As you walk in the smell is just amazing, calamari filling the..."
Wez_Undercover
"I've been here twice and the courtyard atmosphere is really lovely. The meze is delicious and very authentic. However, I find the main courses that..."
Simone Izzard
"I had this little spot on my list since December so with my birthday i had one place in mind... I made sure to book ahead because finding a table..."
Nadia Janse Van Rensburg
"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. The grilled calamari main is an absolute must - such a pick-me-up. Love this restaurant to..."
Upasna Maharaj
"Rustic, dimly lit setting...awesome service and really tasty food. We were given a quaint table under the trees and fairy lights, which truly set the..."
Nicol Miller
"What a cute little gem this restaurant is! Not so many sittings but perfect for the purpose, a very familiar and intimate atmosphere . Their greek..."
Pusm
"Had the meze platter at Maria's. Delicious and authentic flavours. The atmosphere and outdoor seating is fantastic. For dessert we shared the ravani..."
Joash Narainsamy
"Fantastic to sit outside on a warm summers night. Friendly waiters and good service. Vegetable platter for 2 was so yummy. Would love to try the rest..."
@natsnotfazed
"Our table was unfortunately not ready by the time we got there, even though we had reserved it. We ordered the vegetarian platter for two for a..."
Tracy-lee Splinter
"Maria's has to be my all time favourite Greek restaurant in Cape Town. You feel like you're sitting in Europe amidst the trees and fairy lights. As..."
Gabi Goldberg
"I have had the Yiouvetsi chicken on two occasions and wow! In love. The restaurant is small,dimly lit and rustic but has a romantic feel to it. I..."
Jenna Rodd
"Always on the hunt for an after-dinner treat simply to satisfy the sweet tooth. There's nothing more indulgent than to visit a restaurant serving..."
Sharese Hunt
"I've been wanting to try Maria's for ages, and finally got the chance to go for dinner with a group of friends. We made the booking really late for a..."
Lauren McMaster
"After parking my car I turned a corner and felt like I was on holiday in Greece. What a beautifully situated restaurant with charismatic furniture..."
FoodMissionary
"I've been meaning to come here for a while, and all I can say is that Im devastated that I didn't do it earlier! Food, service and the outdoor..."
Claire_Nicola
"Popped in here while waiting for the wife. Waiter suggested a locally made cider named Sxollie which I really enjoyed. I also ordered a friend pastry..."
Carl Thomas
"I can not fault this restaurant on anything. They have an authentic Greek atmosphere, the food is beautiful and so delicious and the service is spot..."
Karlien Meyer
"Had another delicious meal at one of my favourite places. I would highly recommend the vegan platter for one as a starter. It's a great combo of deep..."
Jager Sisters
"The first time I came here, it was on my first day of my first job in Cape Town, and my manager took me out for lunch to get to know me better. With..."
Melanie Du Toit
"After dinner with friends we needed dessert. We searched the area for somewhere that satisfied our cravings. We settled on Maria's. Upon arrival, the..."
JotterJo
"Oh my god! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING FOOD!! I experienced this wonderful Greek food for the first time after viewing the art at first Thursday's...."
Paige Ellis Green
"Best Greek place in town hands down. Really, beautiful - it's actually so nice. The service is great and everything I've had there so far has been..."
Tiyaarah Cloete
"Tucked away in the corner of Dunkley Square Maria's is a great choice for a mediterranean dinner. The restaurant is not very big, so be sure to book..."
Francesca Favero
"If you need a secret spot to impress your girl, you've come to the right place. It's a really romantic setting tucked away in town. They serve a..."
Marcus Christiansen
"Maria's is such a beautiful, quaint little restaurant. Firstly, I'm not a huge fan of Greek food, but I rated Maria's based on their food, and..."
Meera Naik
"Cute, romantic and tasty. A great Greek experience. Shared all the tapas, generous portions for tapas and couldn't stop eating. Love this type of..."
Lukeconorbolton
"Always on the hunt for a delicious lamb burger so Maria's today definitely ticked all the boxes. Today felt like summer so the setting was even more..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Steph Latsky what a jol! Walked into Maria's dying for some breakfast, and unfortunately had to walk out due to no breakfast options. Luckily the..."
Izaan
"I love it here!!! I know a lot of people aren't mad about it but if ever in doubt, have the falafel! It is a dip of heaven!!! 😍💜 the owners are..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Maria's dishes up a trendy twist on classic Greek food and I will definitely be back. The highlight is the incredible service with the owners..."
Aqeelah Hassim
"Popped in at Maria's last night for my mom's birthday, our waiter was very attentive and checked on us regularly to see if we needed anything. I had..."
Jesse-Mari
"This little gem never gets old or tired: it just keeps on sparkling.Lunch with a friend at Maria's could not have been more satisfying...."
Mr Creosote
"Really love the atmosphere here, sitting outside under the trees on a warm evening. The surrounding buildings are beautiful too. Also love the trays..."
Tiaan Jonker
"Good Greek food and very nice meze. It is however very busy and a group of people were turned away because they had no open tables so bookings are..."
Tally Leach
"My goodness what great food! Their signature dish, slow roasted lamb was mind blowing, I had it yesterday and already craving it. They also have some..."
Meghnaaz Williams
"Excellent! Really quality mezze type food and lovely cosy vibe. A little pricey (esp the wine) but worth it for a good night. Best were the dolmades,..."
Vanessa Berger
"My favorite restaurant in cape town. Super romantic, intimate and great Greek food. Get calamari for sure, and any of their amazing mains with lamb!..."
Laura
"We had to take an early table for dinner as they were fully booked for later. This wasn't a problem as sitting outside under the trees on the square..."
Angus
"Now this is a cute place to eat. It's in an adorable spot on Dunkley Square, and the interior is beautifully designed with the most intelligent..."
Popsi
"Met a friend for dinner on Thursday evening at Maria's - used to be an old favorite of mine but hadn't been there in years. We shared quite a few..."
Alexia Paizis-Scott
"Hands down the best Greek restaurant in Cape Town, probably among the best anything-restaurants in the city. Sterling location, consistently..."
Ben Rhys
"What a wonderful quiet space to be. The staff is top and the food is fantastic. My first experience with Greek food and from mezethes to main dishes..."
Osvaldo Mostiço
"Went to Maria's for a birthday dinner (as it was Christmas Eve and most places are closed- Maria's are normally fully booked but luckily we managed..."
Si-Anne Wilkins
"The staff is super friendly, I was there with my grandfather who has trouble climbing stairs, and even though they have only 2, the waiters were..."
Gabriel Stein
"Maria's is a little Greek haven with beautiful seating outdoors, and a comforting, relaxed atmosphere (I went during the day, though I have heard it..."
Raeesa Naik
"Wonderful tasty greek food with wonderful friendly staff. We will return everyone enjoyed their meals and the portions were wonderfully presented and..."
Neelesh Bhagattjee
"Lovely little spot. Fantastic tapas, really good service, great atmosphere. Even though it was a crazy busy evening, nothing came close to..."
John Paterson
"Really good Greek food. Been here for breakfast and dinner. The hand cut chips are a must.The service is friendly and fast. For dessert,..."
Mincong Chen
"The Kefthethes starter was delicious as was the Baklava desert. The food is of a good standard and the chairs and tables outside the restaurant..."
Paulo Branco
"Maria's is absolutely incredible from the decor to the service and most especially the food!I ordered  off the Mezethes menu and was..."
Jess Lennon
"This was such a find! Delicious food in a great setting with some of the best service I've experienced in a while. Friendly, fast, efficient. I had..."
Lisa Botha Gibbon
"I used to live across the road from this amazing restaurant! I havent been disappointed once with any of their meals. It serves such delicious Greek..."
Jodi King
"Delicious food, cosy atmosphere and awesome people! Highly recommend it. We shared the vegetarian starter, a bottle of house red and baklava for..."
Andrea Petersen
"Great Greek dining with a friendly atmosphere. The food was so great I decided to skip main coarse and just have multiple starters. Don't think I..."
Shaun Van Zyl
"Excellent service after walking in from the street on a fully booked Saturday night. As far the food goes....three words....slow cooked lamb! Okay..."
Des Mossop
"Well worth a visit. Menu is not extensive (a plus) but there are a variety of dishes, from small to larger to choose from. Food is good. Service is..."
Goodfood
"I absolutely love this restaurant and have never had a bad experience here. The food is absolutely delicious whether you opt to share the incredible..."
Sapna Naik
"Had a wonderful dinner at Maria's this evening featuring excellent service, an interesting wine list, and a scrumptious-sounding menu which was very..."
Nick BG
"If you want easy & delicious vegan food without having to make a fuss, Maria's is the best - literally have a vegan platter on the menu.. They also..."
Talya Goldberg
"Excellent service - the waitress had great rapport with us. I must say their pitas are delicious and worth the money. Very romantic atmosphere in..."
Lauren Lesley Bubb
"Maria's has the best veg platter - the mucver is always a winner! Nothing beats sitting out on the square on a sunny day eating your weight in..."
Nikki.albertyn
"Marias is such a pleasure to visit. The lamb pita is tender and full of flavour (just like good lamb should be) and their chips are to die for. Great..."
MelbourneLops
"Such a homely vibe. Forgot this little gem still doing Greek like it's meant to be done. Just needs a better craft beer selection and then we all..."
Russ Meyer
"Despite being slightly pricey it's vibey in a very quaint little courtyard giving the feel that one is sitting on a pavement in Europe! It's small..."
Roxanne Boyes
"I have never experienced anything like this before! If you're looking for the best food in town, the best service, the most fantastic setting, GO..."
Christoff Smit
"Absolutely love this place. The vibe is always great and service fantastic. The food is phenomenal, no matter what you order. I will always recommend..."
Shauna Tweedie
"Great atmosphere, good tapas and the mains were also enjoyable. Chicken burger was really good, bun was a bit soggy but take nothing away from the..."
Matthew Hougaard
"Really superb Greek food. Greek food in Cape Town is hard to find and this is really on point. Everything from their tzatziki to their dolmades are..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"I don't have any photos to prove it but this place is pretty much faultless as far as I'm concerned. The Rosemary chips are completely delicious, and..."
Dominique Andrea Vieira
"This place is next level amazing. The food was to die for. Such an interesting mix of options on the menu... I really had a hard time deciding! I..."
Brenda Byers
Via Vittoria Waterfront
85/100 (259 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Wine Bar
Pizza
Seafood
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Italian
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Meatballs
Pesto
Sit down
Mediterranean
Pizza
Italian
Bar
Wine Bar
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"I have been 3 times in the last 2 weeks - really great food, and a wonderful vibe. Definitely the best restaurant in the Waterfront. Amazing pizza's..."
Regan Wesley Friester
"Had an AMAZING meal at Lupa, the atmosphere was great too! The fresh pasta is so good and the Veal is the best I have had. The service was some of..."
Natalie Bulwer
"Had the most wonderful time here today. The setting is fantastic with lots of light and ambiance. The service was excellent, attentive but relaxed..."
Rose Rushton
"Brilliant food and great service! Contemporary Italian cuisine that combines traditional dishes with unexpected ingredients that give it a modern..."
Monica Zagato Bezuidenhout
"Not only is the food outstanding and the portions reasonably big, they are also kind to nature with their no plastic straws approach. Leading by..."
Helouise Waters
"Food was great, cocktails, great service! Nice..."
Marcelle Isaacs
"Great Italian food, fabulous service and..."
Tracy Clark
"Food very good & excellent..."
Lauraine Van Nooten
"Decent place to get reasonably priced Italian food at the Waterfront Clocktower. Friendly service and nice pizza and pasta options. Not the best..."
kimberley canning
"Lovely setting, great food and good value for money. The service was great and we'll definitely return to try more of the meals. My seafood pasta..."
Charlene Rolls
"Once again ....... I am pleased to say that there is no place better than Via Vittoria :) What a great pleasure it is for me to end my work day with..."
Chanre Williams
"Great food. Great service. Genius quiet covers playlist in the..."
Tom
"This Italian restaurant is amazing. The food is delicious. We ordered both pasta and pizza both truly good. The staff is so friendly, they care about..."
Carla Chiocci
"This place is a must visit if in Cape Town waterfront. We went once as a family of five...two days later we had to go back. It's that good. 1 x..."
Iona Woolgrove
"Had the best service ever. The Sea Food platter was beyond phenomenal. The waitress, Talent, the sweetest and we even got complementary drinks 🥂...."
Matete Angelina Seoka
"Overall a nice place to stop for food. Service was excellent. I ordered a pizza, but for my taste it had too much cheese on it. But that's just my..."
Kevin Kröger
"My husband and I are visiting Cape Town and went to Lupa Osteria for dinner this evening. We were not disappointed! The food was wonderful, there was..."
Kristy Leavitt
"A lovely evening. When booking our table I requested a child seat and was super impressed that manager amarco went out and purchased one, thank..."
Rosemary Hosking
"A very busy day being Father's Day and so easy for restaurants to fall short in situations like that, but it wasn't the case with Lupa Osteria. Great..."
Karin Koornhof
"Postive words for the spot. Real Italian menu....cooks did a great job. I had pizza (meat lovers), done the way you appreciate. Local wine went well..."
R Hammond
Mykonos Taverna
85/100 (1646 ratings)
Restaurants
Greek
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Greek
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Gyros
Pasta
Moussaka
Salad
Kabobs
Calamari
Souvlaki
Halloumi
Calamares
Lamb
Pesto
Tapas
Fish
Lamb chops
Prawns
Hummus
Meatballs
Sit down
Mediterranean
Greek
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Mid-range
"I have been going to Mykonos Taverna ever since it was a take away back in the day. The food has always been simply amazing and very tasty. Since it..."
Warren Jones
"Really friendly, vibrant atmosphere- will definitely be..."
Melanie Erasmus
"Love the mezzo platters..."
Carrieanne.lones
"After reading all the reviews on this restaurant, we decided to try it out. We pitched up without a reservation and even though the place was packed,..."
Christelle
"Food was amazing from starters to desert, good size portions, everything is fresh and tasty.Staff friendly and very attentive. Prices are..."
Gina De Lange Reyneke
"Went to this restaurant with a friend for lunch. The staff are friendly and it had a very chilled ambiance. I ordered the lamb chops, with potato..."
Nicole
"I wasn’t a greek food fan until I tried this place!!!Please do yourself a favour and order lamb :)They have clean white decor with..."
GEONHEE KIM
"A quick walk away from our home and we love it here. Simple and clean decor with a touch of fairy light magic. Greek music. Delicious food. The mezze..."
Lia CPT
"A review from a Greek herself: my favourite Greek restaurant in Cape Town. The food is amazing! Absolutely love the mezzes and the gyros -..."
Emma Divaris
"LOVE, love, love! The haloumi starter, the vegetarian dishes, the baklava! It is amazing! I love the food and the atmosphere of this quaint little..."
Yajna Gold
"I’m a sucker for Greek food and Mykonos Taverna offers so really yummy Greek cuisine. The eggplant dip is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS !..."
Sydney King
"Thank goodness we fell across the road from our not acceptable interaction at Bella Italia (see that review) into Mykonos. All of us had schwarmas..."
TASTEXPLORER
"To my beloved followers, family and friends I am blessed to have the chance to write this review and will forever be grateful for this..."
Marc Redfern - New
"This place is freaking amazing! Portions are huge, food is tasty and the atmosphere is vibey. Leaving so full and satisfied, really enjoyable. We..."
Claire Victoria Henderson
"I'm a huge fan of this restaurant and especially greek. However in this case they dropped the ball. The meat was flavourful but far too greasy. The..."
Jaryd Kay
"One of my favorite restaurants in Cape Town. Delicious, authentic Greek food in a lively environment. Definitely try the Youvetsi and the platter for..."
Catherine Zachariou
"As popular as it may be, it's really not easy to find good meze style Greek food. You will though at this little taverna on sea point main road. It's..."
Winston Ck
"I've heard lots of good things about Mykonos Taverna, so was very glad to try it out. We started our meal off with a village Greek salad and some..."
Jessica Stromin
"Came here last night for a friend's birthday celebration. What a fantastic place! Not only was the service top notch (we were a table of around 14..."
Steven Bloom
"such a delight, delicious greek food, wasn't too keen on it at first but definitely have no regrets of going there, i've now been there multiple..."
Zoe Tyropolis
"It's not because I'm Greek, it's because it's good. Traditional taverna with traditional layout and food. Wine served in caraf and meze platters to..."
Natalie Lazaris
"I visited the restaurant for dinner in couple. We had a mixed platter of mezze, a mussaka and a dish of mini pasta with pulled lamb meat. Everything..."
Pusm
"Great Value for money. Generous portions. Great for group dining. Food was good almost authentic. Definitely going there again. Pity no Greek wine..."
Jill Casserley
"This is my happy place of a restaurant. I leave satisfied, every time. Their chilli sauce is my kryptonite (I can literally eat it with a spoon it's..."
Amaryllis
"Finally tried out this restaurant which has always been exceptionally busy whilst driving past and now we know why. Even though it was quite full for..."
Loyiso Tando Balfour
"Amazing food and wonderful service, strongly recommend if you love Greek food. The platters and gyro's are stunning and the lamb is so soft and..."
Mikaila Keeves
"Told my friends I went to Mykonos. Sigh... I wish; but this place is authentic enough - I imagine, decorated in the obligatory blue and white with..."
Jill Nudelman
"Having heard amazing things about Greek restaurants you can imagine my glee when I was taken to one for a late lunch! Firstly- there's just a lovely,..."
Sumendra Chetty
"Friendly waiters who were very professional and prompt,great food, great restaurant. Something just needs to be done about the beggars off the street..."
Michael Teichmann
"First visit to this spot and can hardly fault it! Had the Lamb Shank and it was fall-off-the-bone mind blowing! Everyone at the table had really..."
Mark Trevena
"My friend and I went to this place for a late Sunday lunch and it was superb. We had their shawarma's which were so delicious and a glass of wine -..."
Sara Krunic
"A great spot, quite vibey with delicious food. Service is efficient and friendly. The calamari with a proper Greek salad (not a lettuce leaf in..."
Catherine
"Wonderful service and vibe I love the eclectic Greek decor and the menu on the boardExcellent use of space The breakfast was..."
Elize Cloete
"Our weekly Sunday lunch spot and the best place to eat, drink and be merry with friends. Excellent Greek food - not overly sophisticated but simple..."
Julia Da Silva
"Another Greek restaurant discovered for the first time. Very nice vibe and feel to the restaurant. Service isn't the friendliest, but the food made..."
Jemal
"Consistently awesome! If you're searching in Sea Point for fantastic food at a reasonable price and a buzzing atmosphere, this is your place. Try a..."
Jonathan Holmes
"Great atmosphere, friendly service and tasty Greek food! 😊 Enjoyed the Greek night which happens once a month, simply felt the music was too loud..."
Nikita Cloete
"Mykonos Taverna always delivers a great meal, with a decidedly Hellenic motif. The food does not disappoint. Having tasted dozens of Gyros from the..."
Magically Nick
"This place is a sure win whatever the occasion. Despite having been at least 6 times in the past few months, we have never been disappointed. Food is..."
Lindie White
"Mykonos is a good and reliable Greek resto. We also tried as take away and results was good. We particularly appreciated that, once notified of the..."
Chevalier Noir
"I am a serious Greek food fiend and almost always go for the calamari. Mykonos Taverna serves authentic Greek cuisine with a few other items on the..."
JotterJo
"Idyllic authentic setting with mouthwatering food ranging from mezzes to mains accompanied by perhaps the freshest and tastiest tzatziki. I highly..."
Cristina Russo
"Wow!!! Absolutely amazing family restaurant!!Food: incredibly tasty, no one at my table was disappointed and we all had different dishes...."
Gabriel Stein
"We stopped by this Greek gem late on a Sunday night and were received by the most enthusiastic young waiter. He informed us that he had only been..."
Molecules And Macaroons
"Mykonos Taverna offers an authentic Greek experience. I order the grilled chicken every time I come here - it is that good. The meat is so perfectly..."
St John Grimbly
"A great restaurant with an awesome vibe. Both my starters and main course were well prepared and tasty. The service was good and everyone at our..."
Michael Nurick
"Lovely little gem in the heart of Sea Point and love that it's within walking distance from my apartment. Food is bursting with flavour and so tasty...."
Kristen George
"I thoroughly enjoyed my evening at Mykonos Taverna! It was a scorcher of a day and we were seated inside not near any windows or doors so it was very..."
Kirsty Donald
"I must say I was pleasantly surprised by this place. They were extremely busy the evening we were there, I guess being season and all and they..."
Henri Martens
"Mykonos has a really viby atmosphere. My dish was really good which was the chicken souvlaki. The only thing I wish they had every evening would be..."
Shez
"This restaurant never disappoints! Authentic vibe and excellent food! Try the grill platter and greek table salad and you will be licking your..."
Mark Van Den Berg
"Very good atmosphere. The food was delicious. We had the lamb chops with a salad. We treated ourselves to the choc malva pudding with ice cream. Both..."
Jason Hoff
"@mykonostaverna1 has AMAZEBALLS #food-esp the #Kleftiko #lamb..STUNNING! Plus #free #wifi+a #generator too! Mngr Mischa SUPER cool & special mention..."
James Costello
"First time eating here and it was a brilliant evening. We were welcomed in at the entrance by the host and sat at our table. We were only 5 of us and..."
David Brooke
"Consistent and the food is delicious. The starters, platters and slow cooked lamb are particularly good. The service is quick and child friendly...."
Galia
"One of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. The food is consistently delicious and of a high standard. The Mezze platter is my particular..."
Lexi
"Their food is simple, unpretentious and rather tasty - at a very good price. The atmosphere is friendly and vibrant. A solid choice for a relaxed..."
Bryan Vally
"One of my favorite Greek Restaurants in Cape Town.Food and Service always good !! Chicken Melanzanie and Schwarmas were outstanding . Halva Ice..."
Greg Christy
"Another local favourite! Affordable Greek delight with great vibe. Attended one of their plate breaking evenings - too much fun. Their Meze platters..."
Awie Erasmus
"Great Greek restaurant. Love the menu, delicious spanakopita. ..."
Laura Kloppers
"OUTSTANDING!!!!! Have only been here once but by far the best Greek restaurant I have ever been to haha and I've been to Greece. Such friendly staff..."
Sarah` Kennedy
"I love this Greek restaurant. I had their calamari and it was delicious. The ambiance is really relaxing. I just don't like the location. Not a fan..."
Lori Claire Cape
"We stumbled upon this place while looking for something that was open and had space for us and so glad that we did. They were very accommodating, we..."
Tammy
"Amazing environment and quite accommodating .Went with friends and I had a blast .I was very impressed by their grilled chicken salad .however my..."
Samukeliso Eneya
"Initially, the appeal of this restaurant was that it was actually open on a Sunday (which is more than I can say for quite a few other restaurants)...."
Megan Thomas
"Warm atmosphere followed by good hearty Greek dishes. Certainly worth a visit:)Service levels above average but would love to see more of the..."
Justcruizing
"I love this place!!!! My family eat here often, we have never had a bad meal. The souvlaki, calamari, meze platters are all fantastic...."
Angie
"Well priced and good value for money. The cold aubergine starter and the lamb and halloumi pastries were very tasty. The kingklip was perfectly..."
Debi Malherbe
"A little Sea Point institution. The food and service is good and consistent. The Greek salad, Keftedes and stuffed calamari are my favourites on the..."
Lauren Leigh
"Upon leaving a restaurant I had booked for my birthday due to their lack organisation and service we decided to go to Mykonos instead and it was an..."
Joshua Herselman
"I have been coming to Mykonos for four years, I come at LEAST once every two weeks, the staff and owner have become good friends and like a second..."
Danielle Dominique Le Roux
"We were lucky enough to get a table on a busy friday night after another group didnt pitch for their booking... What a night! The vibe was amazing......"
Carla Nel
"Oh what a wonderful, traditional Greek restaurant! Service is warm and friendly, and there is nothing on the menu that I wouldn't try because the..."
Sianmckb
"A sudden craving for Greek food lead me to this great restaurant! As many of the other reviews suggest - mykonos doesn't disappoint. I shared a meze..."
Natasha Kim Dreyer-Coleman
"Tried this place because it is so local, and wanted to try authentic Greek.. and I wasnt disappointed! We sat on the verander, until the fairy lights..."
Megan Bellinger
"In my humble opinion this is the best most authentic Greek restaurant I have been to in a while, love my Greek food and Greek restaurants but..."
Angie Bandolini
"Had the lamb souvlaki and Yuvestsi! The souvlaki was great but I swear to all that is holy, the Yuvestsi was probably the best Greek dish I have ever..."
Mark Sham
"Food was really tasty. I had the pork souvlaki. Also tasted the lamb souvlaki and chops and i could not fault it. However, the service was not up to..."
Bevin Williams
"Based on the food we had, which was really tasty, would have been able to give a higher mark if they would have had their baby chicken on the night -..."
Daniel
"Beautiful relaxing environment. Food is absolutely glorious. The grilled chicken fillets where suculent and flavour filled. A real gem that offers..."
Angelique Rheeder
"Excellent Greek food! It's a great place to go with a large group on people, noisy is welcome and it seems like the kind of place where everyone can..."
Spotfishy
"The Ribs are the best and we love the atmosphere pls..."
Ardy Ardy S
"We been there when was traditional night happening and very much enjoyed it and restaurant was full..best part is breaking plates and dances etc..it..."
Furkan
"Only been here twice and both times I enjoyed the food. The baby chicken they offer is really delicious and great value and of coarse the shwarmas..."
Clive Goodheart
"Great food, decor and service. I think the last Saturday of the month they do traditional Greek dancing and plate smashing - but you need to book as..."
JdP
"Menu has a great selection to choose from with true Greek cuisine and others. Choice of dishes is just enough to order something you truely craving..."
Krissy
"Great food!. Cozy seating arrangement. Staff is friendly and professional.Dolmades were a bit tough but very tasty. I recommend u try their home..."
Stef_schettini
"The food looked and smelled sooo divine I forgot to take photos! That just means I NEED TO GO BACK!! We went late at night and it was lovely. If it..."
Nompumelelo Mgidlana
"I love Greek food and don't often get the chance to eat it, so was delighted to find Mykonos on a recent visit to Sea Point. The staff were warm,..."
Cathie Garner
"Long established Sea Point eaterie. Standard, non fussy good quality Greek style food. Large portion of tasty Kleftiko and and silky mash..."
Richard Greenham
"Food was average Service was excellent - specially our waiter Kennedy who was very helpful. The team has some way to go to improve the food and..."
Yasmin Houssein
"I’ve been here before and I don’t remember it to be as good as it was this time. It was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. The lamb..."
Mark Stillerman
"Best Greek food in Cape Town. The Mezze is always so delicious and tastes exactly as it would in Greece. A must try restaurant. Wonderful variety and..."
XoXo Pottery
"Really great setting, great atmosphere, friendly service, and awesome food. I just had the Mousakka, with rice & salad. It was very..."
Harald Schmidtke
"Had a great dinner tonight. Got the mezze plate to share for 2 people. Service was 100%, loved our server. Fun restaurant..."
Stuart Makris
"One of my favourite Greek restaurants. We always order the platter for 4. Great value for..."
Chantele Ralph
"Gorgeous restaurant. We had the Mykonos Mezze Platter for two - cannot fault a single item on this platter. It was delicious. Food - 5/5 Service -..."
Sasha Beharilal
"We ate there last night and got huge value for money! Food is generous and hearty and authentically Greek! Service was attentive. We loved it. It's..."
Louise Corrans
Il Leone Mastrantonio
85/100 (2308 ratings)
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"Lovely dinner with lovely staff. The location is beautiful in its simplicity, an old South African building with wooden floors and big bright wooden..."
Pusm
"Absolutely brilliant, and highly recommended. We’ve eaten here twice and will certainly be back! Service from waitron Ty was superb. When a waitron..."
Steven Ikin
"Lovely lunch at Il Leone in Greenpoint. Nice and cosy restaurant for a very rainy and cold day in Cape Town. Table ordered carbonara, Ragu, tortilini..."
Sarah Thatcher
"Highly impressed at the quality of food and the consistency of each dish considering we were a table of 15. Pasta cooked to perfection, amazing..."
Emma Kayleigh
"The food was delicious, nice ambiance (especially in winter), good service. Nice that they allow you to bring your own wine (with a corkage fee)...."
Mariposa
"I am not the usual “pasta person” but Il Leone has changed that. By far the best Italian food I have had in a while and will definitely be back..."
GabriellaFlorence
"Fine dining without the formality. Superb food, good variety on the menu. Likable, efficient and knowledgeable waiters and staff add to the great..."
Joburg Lawyer
"One of the best Italian restaurants In Cape Town from fantastic food to excellent service. This establishment definitely ticks all the..."
Helena
"It was an amazing experience. From the house bread to the fantastic selection of reasonably priced options to choose from. The atmosphere was serene..."
Zesterhuyzen
"I’ve eaten at this restaurant many times and it never disappoints. The food is incredible - always - and the service is impeccable. This is my go..."
Claire
"Il Leone never disappoints - love the cozy environment and intimate setting, extensive menu offering and creative healthy dish options. My favorite..."
Adam Hunter
"Been to Il Leone twice now (once for a business lunch and the other was a Sunday Afternoon lunch). Firstly, great location & decor; after Magica Roma..."
Akie Chhabra
"Great atmosphere, friendly staff and delicious food. Had dinner with my boyfriend here the other night and we really enjoyed it. The food was really..."
Nicole
"My partner and I always find ourselves heading you ll Leone when we’re looking for a quick bite to eat they prawn pasta is super yummy it’s light..."
Raeesah Ebrahim
"Un. Be. Lievable! We went with a large group and the staff handled it very well- they were amazing and attentive, the wine flowed and all..."
Amanda
"My favourite Italian restaurant! I especially enjoy the vegetarian pasta's. They are usually made up of a few simple ingredients but the flavours are..."
Anisha Pillay
"My husband and I walked almost 40 minutes to get to Don Armando, when we arrived. We were told the kitchen closed at 3pm (it was 2:59 pm) we were..."
Mshum221
"Delicious Italian menu and great service. We arrived without a reservation and got table promptly. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Their pasta..."
Ditte
"“Sensational” doesn’t do it justice. This is by far the most consistent restaurant in Cape Town. Year on year we come to this restaurant and..."
Yael
"Great service and delicious food. Veal rack and Tortellini were superb but give the profiteroles a skip as they weren't amazing. Will definitely be..."
Douglas Allanson
"A very nice place to go for some local italian. Loved the setting and the location was very convenient to get to with an uber. Good selection if..."
Neil Smith
"Delicious food, amazing staff and lots of art. The homemade pasta was superb and it felt like we were in Italy. Our waiter was incredibly fast that..."
Rachel Lowick
"Place has a great atmosphere, especially enjoyed being seated between all the art that was also for sale. Had the Corona di Vitello for lunch, veal..."
Wessel Brand
"This place is quite pricey but the quality of food speaks for itself. The pastas are tasty, but my favorite is the Florentine Steak, they Cooked it..."
Terry
"I’m hurt – I have been living in Cape Town for eleventeen years and have only discovered this place 2 weeks ago! But never has the English..."
Thando Bangiso
"What a wonderful experience! We were celebrating our exam results at Il Leone and the experience was unforgettable! We were about 30 people, but we..."
Jomari Steyn
"Went to this place for a corporate lunch. There were probably 40 of us there. The other two tables got served relatively quick but unfortunately the..."
Amy Chen
"Il Leone. In Cape Town !!!A wonderful dinner was well spent at this restaurant!!A good busy atmosphere at this Italian restaurant..."
Prina
"Amazing Italian food in a lovely setting. I always go for the penne gamberetti and it's honestly one of the best pastas I've had. The place is also..."
Uressa Chetty
"This is definitely one of the best meals that I have ever had! I had the mixed seafood zucchini pasta which is the best zucchini pasta I've ever..."
Healthy Heart
"Food prepared with passion just as the Italians would do it. Book in advance. Outrageously good pasta,fabulous creme caramel the taste will be like a..."
Casheconomy
"I was expecting more from Il Leone but I think I need to come back again when they are not as busy. We had quite a late booking in the evening and..."
Zulfah Albertyn
"What a lovely candlelit setting and fantastic food. On my visit I had a salad to start which included Buffalo mozzarella, basil and avocado which was..."
Jenna Rodd
"The food was good but was spoiled by the fact that one meal did not arrive until everyone else had just about finished. The waitress at some stage..."
Brian.kahn35
"Eaten here a few times, and their food is superb. The salads are fresh and lovely combos. The buratta is very rich, but heavenly. More a main than..."
Gabi
"What an amazing little restaurant! Only one big negative thing the blonde manger had to be the most non customer centric person ever she can't even..."
Chantel
"Outstanding as always. Lovely ambience and attentive staff. The ravioli is without doubt the best I have ever had. Will make a point of returning..."
DocUnited
"We had an excellent lunch mid week, on the very peaceful and cool balcony outside. My friend from Rome had the Tagliatelle Pescatore which he loved,..."
MattJBlack3
"Sick of seedy Sea Point dives, we find ourselves in Il Leone for a latish Sunday night supper. If I lived here, this would be my Sunday night go to..."
Jill Nudelman
"Came here for a lunch meeting as suggested by a client. The place was fairly quiet. The place has quite a cosy feel with lots of art pieces making up..."
Irfaan
"Great meal Very good vibe Good wine selection Away from tourist scrum..."
Graham Petzer
"This fantastic restaurant is a short walk from where I live and I could not be more spoilt. Great customer service always and don't get me started on..."
Ben Gillies
"Excellent restaurant - a family favourite for a special occasion. All dishes are great, particularly their famous prawn pasta which is lovely and..."
Jessica Stromin
"I'm so surprised that Il Leone hasn't come up in conversation more often. I went for a 21st birthday dinner and the restaurant choice could not have..."
Meera Naik
"Since getting back from Italy in July I have been skeptical about getting back on the pasta band wagon, I mean, the dishes in the land of pasta don't..."
Paula Einhorn
"Our first visit to Il Leone was an excellent dining experience. The ambiance was charming, light and airy with comfortable chairs and well set..."
Gavin Foley
"Fantastic experience. Went there for my birthday with a couple of friends. Everyone found a dish they loved. Service was a little bellow par. But..."
Lukeconorbolton
"Simply sublime with service to match! My new Cape Town Favourite! We had the calamari to share. Followed by what has to be described as REAL Italian..."
Clinton Hawks
"Mamma che buono!! They had a special on tonight with Zucchine instead of pasta for your banting dieters which did justice to any "normal" Italian..."
Maria Elvira Mariola
"Went for supper at Il Leone, upon arrival we were greeted by the hostess and advised that we needed to wait because she needs to think how she wants..."
Melinda
"Had a lovely dinner tonight 💕 a cosy place that offers authentic Italian. We started off with some bruschetta which we all thoroughly enjoyed. For..."
Ulisha Moodley
"Had the ragu and broccolli pasta. Crepes for desert. Food was good and service attentive. Wine list does not offer many 'affordable' options...."
Ilse Van Der Merwe
"I had an excellent date night at Il Leone! We were greeted at the door with warmth and hospitality. Although I did not receive the exact food I..."
Mia Kruger
"Absolutely loved this place! White and sleek upmarket interior. While my family enjoyed their lunch, they relayed that mine was the best (the daily..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Loved the cosy, warm atmosphere. Service was great. A little disappointed with the food: calamari starter was supposed to be flash fried but turned..."
Shamen Raja
"Out of this world pasta, literally only place in Cape Town I go to for pasta. They are quite pricey though, but worth it. They also have a..."
Nicole Vrede
"Ill Leone in de Waterkant is an exquisite restaurant in a beautiful old building. Vibrant and warm ambience, friendly and professional manager. We, a..."
Wilna Bester
"A great little italian gem in the heart of Greenpoint.Pros: Amazing food Cons: Do not serve pizzaHowever, this gives you reason to..."
Nooru Harnekar
"Must be my favorite Italian restaurant ever. I always make sure to stop by whenever I visit Cape Town. The food is excellent. My only negative would..."
Nick
"Amazing little Italian spot! Had the most delicious dinner while on a work trip to Cape Town. Great service, despite being absolutely packed. We had..."
Megan K
"Easily outside of Italy one of the best Italian meals I've had in years.... Atmosphere upscale quaint sifistication ..,wine list not long but..."
OnTheMove
"Was extremely fortunate to be treated to an exceptional Easter lunch at il leone on Sunday. Having heard an abundance of positive things about the..."
BT
"Stylish restaurant with a warm atmosphere. The service was perfect and very professional. Regarding the food I didn't get disappointed at all. I..."
The Dude
"Quaint restaurant with a homely atmosphere. The service was commendable and the food - mamma mia!I would highly recommend the tagliatelle pescatore...."
Zainab
"Fantastic Thursday evening at one of the Atlantic Seaboard's favourite Italian restaurants. A cosy restaurant covered in wood decor and intriguing..."
Ryan Goodman
"We went to Il Leone for a weekday lunch recently, and I really enjoyed it. The food is great, and the service is on point. The menu has a wide..."
Popsi
"I love food, Italians love food, Italian food is love! This place is the real deal, from what little I know of Italian cuisine Il Leone leans towards..."
Glen Loxton
"Il Leone is an upmarket Italian restaurant in Green Point. The service is attentive and warm, the atmosphere is inviting and warm with candles and..."
Bronwills
"Went here for a 21st where we were given a very special private room upstairs. We had a set menu and some of the food included fillet with pepper..."
JonJon Clark
"Visited Il Leone last night and had the usual Maskovita pasta with penne. Usually have it with ravioli but both combinations are delicious. The..."
Jaynisha Patel
"I'm so ashamed that I had never heard of Il Leone before yesterday. They were awarded best everyday Italian eatery at the Eat Out Best Everyday..."
Natasha Silva
"Best pasta gambereti on the planet!!!!Fantastic service and setting, One of our top restuarants in Cape town we always leave full and..."
Fabio Spidalieri
"Great pasta- we shared three dishes- all pasta... Amatriciana, veal pasta and ravioli with arrabiata sauce. All pastas were great- service was..."
Susan Searle
"Visiting Cape Town from Johannesburg and was looking for good Italian. Excellent food and the service was also good. A real gem. Will be back for..."
Duncan Gilliland
"Officially my favorite restaurant in Cape Town. Best Italian dining experience I've had in South Africa. Everything was superb - from the service to..."
David Franciscus
"Very good Italian food. Upmarket and well priced. Service good, food good. If your looking for a romantic dinner, this is lovely. Thumbs..."
Irishman
"Ate there 2 nights in a row. On Both evenings we enjoyed outstanding meals. The signature prawn pasta dish was superb. The service was attentive and..."
Leslie Pieters
"Il Leone is one of my favourite go-to places for pasta in Cape Town. I've never had an average experience, I always leave feeling excited to go back...."
Leila Osato
"I have these food cravings and they must be met so I was happy to know that gnocchi was on their menu and even though the kitchen closed in 10..."
Claire Allen
"This is a fantastic cosy romantic spot for really great Italian food, the menu is well priced the management and staff are superb, I'll definitely be..."
Matt MowFunk Walker
"Great food. Always a quality meal and fantastic service. Thought the veal was a tad dry but the fillet steak I had was spot on! You are always..."
Simon Trisk
"I like II Leone. Their food is good. The service is good. They have a nice selection of wines. I'd recommend the prawn linguine. And the grilled..."
Bebz H
"One of my favourites in the Mother City. Good simple Italian - quality and service consistently good...porcini mushroom anything is a winner (when in..."
Lynda Cooper
"I went here a while back but clearly remember it. Possibly one of the most delicious (fancy) Italian restaurants in the City. Their prawn pasta is..."
Robert Peitzsch
"This place served me the absolute most delicious pasta I've ever had at a restaurant! There is something that feels special when you walk in, the..."
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
"I really enjoyed our dinner at Il Leone. I heard great things about it and we weren't disappointed. You'll find Classic Italian food here, cooked..."
Dominique Andrea Vieira
"Smart and sensual. The four cheese gnocchi is mind-blowing and the bread is delicious. If you feel like a cozy, Italian, perhaps romantic meal out-..."
Gabrielle Meyers
"One of the best Italian restaurants in Cape Town. The staff are always on the ball. The food is superb and they now serve zucchini pasta which is..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"Their prawn linguini is the absolute best in the whole of Cape Town. This is one of De Waterkant's best best restaurants. Highly recommended! Their..."
Zak Schabort
"Polite and efficient service. Comprehensive selection for all courses as well as a few specials on offer. Great wine selection too. The food is well..."
Angela Weickl
"Always a pleasure to dine at Il Leone. Beautiful dining experience with very good solid flavour in their dishes in a warm atmosphere. Good wine..."
Dirk Uys
"An elegant and delicious restaurant, and the staff are amazing 👏 We came two times The first time, it was busy, and the leader advised us to the..."
noody mm
"An amazing restaurant with great dishes and very kind service. Highly recommended for a perfect Italian meal..."
גרי בר דב
"Great service and atmosphere with good selection of Italian food (seafood tagliatelle is a must) and South African wine. Better to book for lunch, as..."
Justyna Swiatkowska
"An absolutely beautiful place to dine when in Cape Town.. The service was excellent as..."
Tracy Daniel
"Overall experience is great. The only disappoint part was steak, don’t ever eat steak here, it is too salty. I don’t think they will replace u a..."
kui liu
"Terrific white tablecloth experience. We were able to snag a last-second reservation thanks to a cancelation and are so grateful we did. Caprese was..."
Matt Wald
"Amazing! The ambiance and setting of the restaurant is a cozy, upscape space with a sprinkle of art gallery but in your dining room sort of a feel...."
John Dlabal
"Would definitely recommend this place if you enjoy Italian food - the food, service and general restaurant atmosphere are all great. There are one..."
Sean
"Fantastic, the food is absolutely phenomenal. I had the tortellini, oh my word the cream sauce was amazing and complimented the tortellini so so..."
Pierre Steyn
"Well it depends what you are looking for? Are you looking for a perfect ambience? Are you looking for the best Italian food in Cape Town? Are you..."
David Yach
"Amazing food and service is the best we had in a long time. The waiter Josh was perfect, he helped us to choose dishes and he was really..."
Shahar Gabay
"Have never had the pleasure to visit them myself but I have been booking and taking many international groups here for the past 5, 6 years at least..."
Jean-Noël O'Connor
"Celebrated my 76th birthday with friends Staff , service , food as consistent as always Thank you Il Leone for making the celebration so very..."
Lorna Knightley
"A lovely find. Oodles of atmosphere and clearly loved by local CT residents. The food was very good without much finesse and the friendly service was..."
John Sterling
"I had one of the best steaks at this restaurant. The pasta was also great. Its close to the V&A Waterfront. The restaurant is spacious, decorated..."
Megan Rosen
"Went here for my birthday dinner. Service excellent. I had the ceviche to start which was sublime. My partner had the the bean and pasta soup. She..."
Cathy Milner
"It remains to be one of the better dining experiences you can have in Cape Town. Consistently delivering high quality at a reasonable price. The..."
Jeff Rossouw
Anatoli Turkish Restaurant
84/100 (2130 ratings)
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"One of the best place for dinner in Cape Town. I love the food they prepare. All is perfect in this place. I wish they also open to lunch..but they..."
Beatriz Barbosa Cezar
"Anatoli is by far my favorite restaurant in Cape Town. I love the atmosphere, Tayfun, the owner is friendly and welcoming and treats us like family...."
Tenille Joy Lindeque
"We had good dinner there. The selection of mezze is very good and all taste delicious. The service is very nice and you are presented with selection..."
Anna Maher Kharouni
"Wonderfiul Turkish food with great ambience and friendly helpful staff,,, Wish we could go every night..it's such a great..."
Zelde Nagel Coetzee
"First time visit with family. Staff very welcoming and professional. Excellent service and excellent..."
Valdiela Daries
"If you are looking for an evening with good food, good service and the best ambiance, then you should make a booking at Anatoli's. You will have a..."
Helma Smit
"It remains one of my best restaurants in Cape Town! The authenticity of the cuisine, service and ambience immediately transports you to Turkey...."
André Moolman
"Anatoli is a Cape Town restaurant that has been around for many years - I remember going there as a student at the end of the eighties!The last 15..."
Gavin Terblanche
"A must visit if you are in Cape Town. The food and service was excellent just do not look for a menu. If you go you will know what I..."
Jacki Graham
"Totally loved it. Great variety of beautiful food freshly prepared. Definitely will go..."
Valencia Ernstzen
"Transportive as you arrive with the warmth of the Ottomanic culture visible and voyeuristic. The cuisine is beautifully presented and is a most..."
Ierephaan Abrahams
"Scrumptious dessert following some amazing lamb. Definitely recommended for any..."
Sharon Machutchon
"Incredible food, incredible service and an amazing atmosphere. A true Turkish delight..."
Alexandra Jane Arendse
"Blast from the past Last there in ‘89 but as good as ever Wonderful array of Turkish tapas Excellent presentation, in fact irresistible..."
Trevor
"I spend a wonderful evening at Anatoli. The ambiance is very cozy. The waiters were very kind and ready to explain to us the meal options for the..."
Melina Seeam
"Absolutely fantastic and well worth a visit. Step inside Turkey, decorated beautifully. Loved the big mezze platter with starter choices and the..."
Shannon Correia
"Anatoli’s is amazing! If you are looking for a unique and intimate dining experience this place is perfect. The food is fantastic and the staff..."
Robynn Paton
"We had all 3 courses and they were all very tasty! Portion sizes are rather generous, had to take quite a bit home! Our waiter was so friendly, I was..."
Em
"If you’re feeling for authentic Turkish cuisine then this place hits the spot, I cannot fault this restaurant in anyway.The ambience, food and..."
Farzana Dalvie
"One of my family's old time favourites. Anatoli's is beautiful in many ways - but the food takes first prize. We always go for the mezzes as they are..."
Emma Divaris
"I absolutely love this place. It has a very authentic vibe, with beautiful but unpretentious decor. The food is exotic and delicious! We loved all..."
Reshmi Muringathuparambil
"I’d been hearing about this place for a while and was so pleased with my first experience. I liked the process or how the appetizer and main course..."
Kposselwhite
"Loved the vibe here and the service. So authentic and the food was delicious with plenty of veggie options. Platter style meze food which is more..."
Sabrina Kennedy
"I cannot rate this place highly enough. I fell in love with Turkish Food after a holiday to Istanbul and this place hits the spot when I need a bit..."
Ruby Hammond
"Went to this cosy little spot for a friend's birthday recently . We were a large group and we booked ahead, which was a good decision because the..."
Fatima1707
"If you are wanting an authentic Turkush food experience I can recommend Anatoli. The food is delicious and the setting is comfortable. However, if..."
Clare Ford
"This has a old Turkish vibe and the service very good, the food you get offered a tray of dips both hot and cold, the humus. peppers, houlomi and..."
Russel Roth
"To sum it all up in one word. I'd say: unpretentious. And authentic. And yum! Okay that's more than one word, but oh man! I am impressed with..."
Anja Immelman
"One of my favorite places to go.Absolutely love the atmosphere and presentation of dishes. Good, wholesome food and sizable portions..."
Rayno
"We went to Anatoli on a Tuesday night for dinner, and it was far better than any other night that we've ever been. I ordered the Turkish Blues..."
Alexandra Krajewski
"Absolutely amazing experience!!!! Staff are so nice and so efficient!! And the food is amazing!!! Only complaints is that they..."
Gabriel Stein
"Really nice restaurant to come with friends and family. The restaurant isn't really big so it adds that closeness feeling. We came at night and found..."
Miguel Dos Santos
"We have not been here for many years but decided to see if this is still worth visiting. We were warmly welcomed and promptly seated . The..."
Greg Marcia
"In many years of visiting Cape Town I've never been in this restaurant before, even if it's more then 20 years that it exists. What a mistake!..."
Pusm
"Wow! This place was impressive. The decor and vibe was super cool, and the addition of a belly dancer really made me feel as if i were not in SA! The..."
Sarah Mcghie
"Anatoli is a fun and vibrant place to eat in company. Enjoy selecting and tasting mezes from the trolley; I think that's the best part. I never tried..."
Popsi
"The food was delicious and the tapa's starter plates had a good variety to choose from! We could not get enough of The garlic flat breads! The..."
Nici Martin
"Extremely charming restaurant. A very long standing establishment, that never disappoints. Walking in, you are transported to a distant land...."
Allan Moita
"Our evenung was perfect. The waiter was very attentive with good sense of humour. Good selection of wine, beer tec. Food was amazing especially tbe..."
Elzahne Henn
"Amazing food and cultural experience, it was great to learn about Turkish food and I loved the belly dancing that happens throughout your meal. The..."
Cay Jay
"Dining at Anatoli is an experience. The decoration, tables, and carpets are traditional Turkish and so is the food. A little word of advice: go on..."
FoodMissionary
"If you're in the mood for something completely different, then Anatoli is a place you HAVE to try. Turkish tapas is something we had never done..."
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
"This is such a cool place. Recommended by Pieter Strydom 😊. We should have stuck with starters though. So much to choose from! And all delicious!..."
Lisa Botha Gibbon
"Definately a place to visit over and over so you can try out every dish. We didn't get past starters because we had to try one of each! Great place..."
Chloe
"Amazing meze and desserts, especially for vegetarian/vegan options. Their dolmades are the best. Our waitron wasn't great with explaining how..."
Libby Allen
"We experienced good veg food in abundance with friendly staff and management. We were well taken care of and enjoyed the traditional turkish..."
Neelesh Bhagattjee
"You can't miss this middle eastern treasure in the heart of Green Point - the booming doors beckon back to an age when sultans ruled the world...."
Raeesa Naik
"Celebrated a birthday here Turkish style with a few friends recently. The softly lit restaurant, comfy cushions and cosy interior has the same..."
JotterJo
"I really enjoyed both the food and the atmosphere of this interesting restaurant. Wish there was something similar in Johannesburg. Love the tray of..."
Meagan Whitehorn
"What a lovely little place. Definitely a recommendation. 5 stars from me with quality service from Fabian. Will surely be back soon with the..."
Maghmoed Alexander
"Anatoli's, what a great cultural experience. From the authentic Turkish food to the genuine decor and ambience. It's a great place to..."
Nazneen Ahmed
"what an amazing experience with Anatoli green point !yummy starters , dangerously nice garlic bread , well organized optioning . But..."
Jennifer
"Really enjoyed the mezze selections - but I'd advise one to excercise caution when it comes to filling up on hummus and kofta, and being too full for..."
Estelle Roux
"My favorite restaurant in Cape Town, their food never disappoints. Try to eat off their daily specials menu as it's usually something delicious..."
Wendy Verwey Bekker
"Absolutely delicious! Don't skimp on the meze, it's amazingly delicious! Mains were great, highly recommend the lamb kebab over the lamb shank-better..."
Pen Trevena
"I absolutely LOVE this restaurant. Having never eaten Turkish food before, it was a real culinary and cultural experience. Our waiter was superb..."
Julia Louise Domanski
"The mezze is to die for! Every time I go to this restaurant I promise I'll get a main course, but the starters are just too good. The potato and..."
Lara Humby
"Anatoli... This place is right up my alley. I absolutely love it when a place has the ability to transport you to a complete other world with the..."
Carla Nel
"30 years (I think) and still going with more or less the same menu, now that is an achievement and speaks volumes.We had a great waiter who..."
Debbie Bergmann-harris
"Anatoli is warm and cosy and beautifully decorated with Turkish carpets, plates, pictures, and candelabras all over. It’s a little piece of Turkey..."
MelbourneLops
"Always accommodating, always a winner, food is excellent, the mezze and starters are so tasty. The atmosphere is homely and it's the only place that..."
Liesl Van Wyk Lotter
"Always an absolute winner! Food outstanding! Ambiance warm and welcoming! Overall just one of my all time favorite restaurants. Every time I am in..."
Leah Linda Angel
"The concept is unique. Rather than a menu, they bring out a tray of choices for the meze. This was really delicious and fun. Only problem is that we..."
Randy
"Lovely ambiance, knowledgeable and attentive waiters and great authentic Turkish food. Service can be a little slow but you realise why when you get..."
Kirsty Galliard
"Decor: You enter the restaurant through big wooden doors. The décor is sumptuous and creative. Persian rugs decorate the walls. There are 2..."
Alma Pretorius
"I had some of my first dates at Anatoli's in the 80's, and have been a regular in the 90's, and the naughties and now in the teenies and with my..."
Anita Shapiro
"Lovely restaurant and a pity they're closing down. 2nd oldest restaurant in Cape Town shutting doors due to new landlord... That's sad. But the food..."
Jody Daniels
"Delicious Turkish and Mediterranean entrées (hot ones are yummiest & we divided each dish into 4), service was perfect & friendly, decor is original..."
Cathy Hobson
"July 2010 It was our wedding anniversary - how to celebrate! Found this restaurant ... booked a table. With a feeling of anticipation, we showered..."
Alma Pretorius
"What a wonderful place to enjoy some starters with my friends new and old ... I said starters cos thats all my tummy could manage lol We ordered..."
Stephen Twine
"This restaurant is a gem, and I'm glad we went. Decor is beautiful, with some artifacts that appear to come form Turkey. The restaurant is dimly lit,..."
Stephan Maritz
"An absolute gem in De Waterkant serving authentic Kurdish food with an interior that resonates the authenticity of the cuisine. The mezze dishes are..."
Vikash Parbhoo
"Absolutely fantastic super knowledgeable and friendly staff the food was fantastic and the star of the show was the cheesecake dessert! A must have...."
davidj friedrichs
"What an absolute amazing experience. Can I give six stars ;-) Super professional, competent and friendly front house management and staff. To chef..."
Nick Van Rooyen
"This place made me experienced best Turkish food in my life. We traveled from Thailand to cape town and were so lucky we found this restaurant! The..."
Qrst Xyz.
"So pleasantly surprised by the delicious Turkish creations, carefully plated and large portions. We came as a group of friends and was seated in a..."
Jasmine Wong
"We had an amazing meal here. We decided to go for a selection of meze starters. The portions were generous and it was good value. Ended off with a..."
aisling foley
"Amazing concept and even better execution! So there’s a menu…but it’s totally redundant because the meze experience is what it’s all about...."
Matt Wald
"You could fill up just on the starters here. Order them first before ordering a main Lamb seemed more like mutton to be honest Roast chicken moist..."
Anthony Redpath
"In arrival our party was bigger than the number booked for and Russel made a plan without hesitation. From there it was just an excellent all round..."
Cobus Slabber
"Went back off to many years to the same great food, taste, quality and service. A really good place which has not lost its edge over the..."
Ian Cook
"Anatoli is a place I want to take every friend that is visiting Cape Town. The vibes are great, and the food is unbelievable. The halloumi is easily..."
Christian Gray
"Really excellent food, hot and fresh, great experience. Being able to see the selection of Mezze dishes before ordering is a game..."
R MT
"An old established restuarant that has been around for almost 40 years. Menu has mezze platter selection, as well as an ala carte menu of starters,..."
Dave De Jongh
Bocca
82/100 (1101 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Carbonara
Pasta
Arancini
Salad
Duck
Lamb
Pesto
Risotto
Pork
Mussels
Tuna
Tapas
Ribs
Meatballs
"Actually we were heading for another restaurant, but when we passed Bocca we felt the good atmosphere and we stayed there.The concept is very..."
Paul.vermeij
"So, I’m uploading this review in Jan 2019, but we went back in Dec of 2017. So this review is *technically* far too outdated to be relevant. But I..."
Rita Van Eck
"Visited twice before and not once did it disappoint. Hands down some of the best pizza I've had in Cape Town. Friendly staff. Loved the..."
Carli00nel
"Definitely deserves its rating Good food that you can taste is homemade! Lovely and attentive staff, and although quiet while we were there, had..."
Robyn Palmer
"Unfortunately no gluten free pizza option. Food tastes amazing. The music was just loud enough that we could enjoy a private conversation; I had..."
Shubha Bhat
"Ambience and music is very pleasant. Staff are really friendly and if you come at 6pm when the kitchen opens, expect very fast service! Pizza base is..."
Claudia Emanuel
"Really good Neapolitan-style pizza 🍕 great wine selection and a very warm and cozy ambience. Perfect for sharing plates. Zucchini fries are a..."
Morgan
"Decided to come here for the pizza after reading all of the good reviews on Zomato. We initially sat downstairs but moved to the upstairs booth after..."
Janita Naidoo
"Absolutely love Bocca, their pizzas are amazing!! Fast, delicious and very authentic. The ambience is also really great, perfect for a day date or..."
Charnelle Lakey
"Having been to Italy, finding a real authentic pizza is hard to come by, until Bocca. The center was slightly wet, however, probably due to the use..."
Nooru Harnekar
"Great genuine Italian pizza. Gnocchi was rad and the zucchini fries are a must. Excellent service, great midweek vibes. A bietjie duur, but totally..."
Supervundu
"I really enjoyed Bocca and would recommend it. Typical NY Pizza base was divine. Definitely keen to go back to explore the rest of the menu...."
Leanne
"Amazing tapas. Menu is comprised of mostly pizza so it’s a good place if you’re a pizza fan . I only had their tapas , very small but incredibly..."
Tsepang & Thapelo
"I absolutely love this place! The food is amazing especially the spoons. Really good food at reasonable prices, great service, and a great..."
Cyndi Sahara Satram
"Best Pizza in CPT!!! Loved the base it's out of this world nice thin but still chewy texture! Would have given them 5 but they did not have Avo and..."
Pepler La Cock
"I had the absolute pleasure of eating at bocca for the first time this past Saturday. I was joining my friend for her farewell dinner. It was the..."
Tayla Fagan
"What an amazing experience, I’ve been here twice now and Wow words can’t describe how amazing my meal was here ! The service is amazing and the..."
Lucy McGhie
"A really cozy date nigh location offering authentic Italian meals. I asked to have the pasta but to leave out the lamb (making it vegan) and they..."
Sam Corcoran
"I have been lucky enough to have dined here twice for dinner! Both times my food and service was fantastic! I've tasted the Caesar salad, hake and..."
Sarah Mcghie
"Discovered by accident but what a happy accident it was. Adored the small plates, especially the arancini and the tempura zucchini. Yum yum yum...."
Katy Pea
"I had the lamb chops with a side of polenta and it was delicious and full of flavor. Great restaurant for a light meal and drinks. Great tapas as..."
Sinako Cetyiwe
"I'm not generally a fan of pizza but I quite enjoyed theirs although if I am to critique it, I might add that the base has a bit too much salt for my..."
Mose Shirley Khubedu
"This place has the best pizza in Cape Town in my opinion. I just like the margarita pizza it's simple and full of flavor. The crust is a little..."
Atara Jaffe
"Bocca on Bree Street is a fantastic restaurant.Sit out on the balcony with a G&T (many gins on offer) and soak up the vibey atmosphere of..."
The Chowing Bunnies
"Zucchini fries = greasy but good 🍟Arancini balls = amazingly good 👌🏽👑💓Soft polenta = smooth, silky comfort food 😋Di..."
Rochelle April
"Pizza is one of the most subjective foods in my opinion, but for me Bocca offer the most authentic and delicious pizzas in CT. The plain margarita..."
Rob Mulholland
"Some work colleagues and I decided to opt for an early and informal get together after work on Friday afternoon.Trendy, minimalistic,..."
Darla Dates
"Bocca is one of those restaurants that have consistently served quality food every time I visit.They do not take bookings which seems to work..."
Jess Abrams
"I was gonna have my birthday dinner here but due to circumstances was unable to. Even though they don't generally take reservations the manager was..."
Simone Naicker
"I was not a pizza person until I ate Bocca's pizza. There is something so delicious about the fresh, chewy bases of the Neapolitan style pizza. The..."
Pia Harris
"Bocca has been relaunched with new owner and chef Guido. He’s a lovely and knowledgeable guy coming from Italy with real passion for food. We tried..."
Pusm
"On the corner of Bree and Wales street is where you can find an Italian restaurant called Bocca. The ambience is laid-back with a contemporary modern..."
Sharese Hunt
"Located on a corner of Bree and Wale streets in a 2 storey space is this attractive Italian restaurant. The pizza preparation area and wood fired..."
JotterJo
"Pizza heaven. Possibly the best pizza in all of Cape Town. Those basic reviewers moaning that the pizzas are "too thick" or "doughy" need to have..."
Steve Marais
"Bocca has a really cool atmosphere. They offer both pizza's and tapas - with a wide variety of drinks. The arancini and zucchini fries were by far..."
Mikaela
"Bocca is not your typical pizzeria. The pizza bases are thick and elastic, and the toppings are mostly quite rich and heavy. I've never left feeling..."
Guy Blackhurst
"I have been here three times for pizza and personally find the bases are too thick for my preference. That being said, they are tasty and the..."
Jenna Rodd
"Lovely place with a lovely aesthetic. I really enjoyed the fact that I could see my pizza being made for me as they have an open layout to the food..."
Robin Mahlangu
"Really love this chic Bree street bistro with it's relaxed atmosphere and it's simplistic approach to good food. The menu has something for..."
Kriyanka Naidoo
"We arrived at Bocca at 9:40 PM (closed at 10 PM) and it was still absolutely packed. They gave us the only table available even though the kitchen..."
Zakiyah
"After trying a couple different pics spots in and around Cape Town, I have to say Bocca is one of my favorite. The restaurant is a vibe and has been..."
Richard Bower
"Bocca is always quite busy, especially because this charming restaurant is situated in sort after Bree street. My boyfriend and I stumbled upon it..."
Sumendra Chetty
"The buzz and energy of the city infiltrate this gorgeous little gem, and makes you feel that you are seated in some Soho street in New York. The food..."
Michella Ferreira Pellegrino
"This place is just perfection- from the decor to the ambience to the service and especially the food! Their pizzas are delicious and they have a..."
Adeline Gail Clayton
"I went to Bocca while on diet (no carbs allowed) and had the aubergine starter, the artichoke starter and the salmon main - yes, I was starving...."
Rachel
"Very Modern Setup and vibey feel to the place. We were seated in the upstairs area with a view of the Chefs making the pizza . Very authentic and..."
Jeff Fernandes
"Friday at lunch hour, they seemed quiet from the outside but they have seating upstairs which was almost full. The Bree Street buzz definitely..."
Sai Maharaj
"If you are looking for pizza then I would go here. It feels like I'm eating a real Italian styled pizza from its home in Naples. Soft bases, a tomato..."
Kieran Pearce
"Have to say, didn't really know what to expect when going to this restaurant but found myself pleasantly surprised. They have very tasty pizza and..."
Lame [Lah-meeh]
"To start the wine list was comprehensive, the food was amazing! The sautéed squid was the best I have ever had, the flavours were delicate and..."
Lesley Street
"Bocca is an absolute must for pizza. The restaurant is located in the middle of bree street and has a great atmosphere. I usually have the..."
Jayshall Vassen
"Incredible pizza. I had the Margherita - done in the true Naples style, it boasts a fresh juicy tomato base, rather than a paste, making it all the..."
Kate Mulholland
"Being a big Bree Street and pizza fan I have been wanting to try Bocca for quite some time now. It doesn't look like much initially but the intimate..."
Aqeelah Hassim
"On Friday night, we were driving through the CBD and decided to try out Bocca. We had heard great reviews from friends and we are always keen on..."
Nicol Miller
"Best pizza i have personally had in my life and it took about 10 min for it to arrive after ordering. The restaurant has a unique vibe and layout and..."
Eduard Loubser
"My parents took the family out to Bocca to celebrate my boyfriend's graduation and the incredible food, service and atmosphere made the night..."
Shannon Van Wyk
"I really enjoyed Bocca.  The service was great.  The layout makes for a very trendy and bustling atmosphere.  The zucchini fries were fabulous!..."
Gabriela Limberis
"The best place for pizza, I've never had such great pizza in my life 👍🏾👍🏾 and the service is excellent. If you in Cape Town please pop in..."
Tebogo
"I really love the set up of Bocca. We were seated upstairs, looking over the kitchen, watching all the pizzas being made. I had the Bandera without..."
Meera Naik
"Great food and atmosphere. Had a mix of starters and big plates. Everyone extremely happy with their choices. Will definitely recommend it to..."
Brian Leshnick
"Mmmm delicious pizza, made in lightning quick time in their 10 00041295 degree oven, no really. Great service and a cool menu with some tapas options..."
David Metelerkamp
"If you're a lover of Italian then Bocca is worth the try. Staff are really friendly and willing to help you with any menu questions. They have a..."
Toinette Tobias
"Delightfully pleasant staff and very affordable prices. The fruti di marre pizza was soft, packed with fresh juicy squids and prawns and transported..."
Aparajita
"The Italian-Asian Lady Zaza pizza is just plain WOW, fusion cuisine at its best. Imagine that: kimchi on a flatbread! I can't wait to go back and try..."
Bree Street Brent
"One of the best pizzas in Town. Chewy base that only goes in the pizza oven for 90 seconds. Whatever the way - it works 😝 I enjoyed the..."
Tiffany Heeger
"The staff are amazing, always there where you need them. The food is also amazing, one thing that truly stands out is the zucchini fries. Our usual..."
Ryan Oberholzer
"Slick contemporary ITALIAN in trendy Bree street. Ideal for ordering a few tapas style dishes that you can share with a few friends. Reasonably..."
Mark Dowson
"The first time I tried to have lunch here was rather unpleasant (service wasn't great).-Went back regardsless and it was better. The food was nice..."
Jean Baard
"Bocca was the backup option for dinner last night and, on the whole, it was a solid choice. The service was attentive and prompt (they were quiet..."
Bryan Vally
"The food was absolutely amazing! The zucchini fries are a must! You can't make a reservation so I would suggest getting there earlier but there's a..."
Rebecca Starke
"Dear Bocca, You've made me realize cutting pizzas ain't easy. I now feel guilty for all the times I complained about how poorly cut my..."
Sean Boulanger
"Love this place ! The menu is great for sharing. The pizza was above average but the cocktails were amazing! Especially the Raspberry one. ( can't..."
Anja Lintnaar
"The lights and set up drew us away from our original dinner plans last night, such a cool vibe, even from the outside. Greeted by a super friendly..."
Meghnaaz Williams
"I'm usually more into authentic looking places, but this place is more than it seems. Quick service, especially for CPT. Delicious pizza. No fuss...."
Anja Immelman
"Located on a trendy strip on Bree Street, the space has a good feel to it and the staff is at attentive and friendly. We had small plates to share,..."
Tracy Morison
"Such an awesome spot. Whether you want tapas or mains it won't disappoint. The menu is large and their options are fantastic. The interior is light..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"My wife and I both had pizzas. They were absolutely delicious. Light and crispy with an excellent Napoletana base. Will definitely be back to try..."
Darren
"Great location! Always buzzing and great place to get drinks with a friend. I'm not a great pizza fan but there's pizzas are tasty! Nice variety of..."
Celeste Tsang
"Really enjoyable lunch spot in summer!I loved the pizza style sandwiches, it was extremely tasty and even bigger enough to share. The..."
Nicole Vrede
"After a pretty horrific attempted dinner at Lefty's we resorted to Bocca, looking for good service, food and a clean chair to sit on (it's the simple..."
Catharina
"Maybe the best pizza dough crust I've had in CT...."
Simon Kamp
"Food was good but our waitress was pretty unfriendly. Perhaps had just been having a bad day but I saw many people commenting on it as it brings the..."
Tazlee Gess
"Definitely worth visiting. Their food flavours are quite different from most other CT restaurants, particularly for Italian cuisine, while they still..."
kimberley canning
"Had dinner there last night. Really wanted to get a good feel for the place so we spent a long time here and ordered a bunch of dishes and everything..."
Henry Craythorne
"I always wanted to try the food at Bocca. Wow, delicious! We ordered a pizza to share for lunch and immediately ordered a second one. True Italian..."
marshallene jones
"The wine list here is excellent and I have always throughly enjoyed all the meals I have had here. Their pizza is excellent. I was sadly disappointed..."
Catherine Kannemeyer
"Hands down the best pizza in Cape Town . Great sophisticated atmosphere with beautiful wines. Come here for an intimate dinner, or bring your parents..."
Rita Pienaar
"I love this place for an easy Italian meal. Start with a bowl of olives, share a pizza and try one of their slow roasted dishes (recommend the lamb)...."
Jason Kretzmann
"Lovely location on Bree Street. The chickpea salad is refreshing and the portion size was pretty large! My sister had the roast chicken panini which..."
Carmen H
"2018: I was not sure if to go here as it seemed like a pizza place and was next to our rented apartment. HOWEVER: Stunning and funny waitress - an..."
X G-M-B-H
"Delicious food. Great service. Warm and inviting atmosphere. Price of food is also reasonable and wine list is comprehensive. Pizzas are a great..."
Tumi Sineke
Marco's African Place
82/100 (2638 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
African
Vegan Options
African
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Meatballs
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Sit down
African
Seating
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Reservations
Accepts American Express
After-hours
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"We really enjoy with my family with all of us it was the first time to be on Marco's African place really it was the best experience ever. now my..."
Yanelisa ZamaTenza Maboza Maboza
"One of the best finds in Cape Town; was suggested by a local of course! Me and my hubby absolutely loved it. This place will give you a very positive..."
Ipshita Chakravarty
"The vegetarian dish was awesome (vegetarian plata) never had anything like it in my past 18years as a vegetarian. The music was also on point. Love..."
Frank Farai Marozva
"Morco's African Place is absolutely the best resturant to be at, the african food was really amazing, the marimba music was stunning also. I would..."
Mseki Mangco
"Great food, Dennis our waiter was fabulous and the music amazing! Would recommend this again to anyone wanting a proper piece of Africa on their..."
Joanne Pudan
"One of Cape Town's hidden treasures. The food was amazing. The service excellent and the atmosphere vibrant. Definitely adding this place to my..."
Vicky Henry
"Simple food that is simply delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed the African platter & can't rave enough about the Ox tongue!! The umngqusho was also..."
Bonnie Brand
"It is the best place and the atmosphere change the mood of the customers. My experiences never influenced badly by any services, and service is of..."
Sobi Mafatle
"Lovely food, awesome vibe. I'll definitely recommend this place and visit again when in..."
Thandeka Nzimande
"Great African restaurant with great food and great African music to keep you entertained. I found it hard to leave the..."
Vusi Ngcobo
"I really loved the food, i had something game meat and it was amazing. But most of all there was a wonderful African band which was the best part. I..."
John Jerrin Babu
"No words can describe this.... definitely a place to visit. Day 1, I can’t imagine that this dinner experience can be exceeded coming..."
Lilian Beydals
"The vibe & the service are top 2. The performers are very entertaining. The food is ok. So if you’re looking for a great evening out with some..."
Kay
"Really did take me back home, but the prices😖😖😖. I am not the target market for this place😂😂😂, especially cos I've been exposed to..."
Ntshembo Nkuna
"Great food, entertainment and the staff are very friendly. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who has never been there yet to definitely go..."
Patience
"The perfect place for African food. This place celebrates my heritage through their traditional african dishes. My favourite dish is the oxtail..."
Elle Mbadaliga
"Marco's is a great place to take tourists who want to see live music and eat african food. For me personally it's far too loud to the point that you..."
Bevan Hope
"Great ambiance, great service and the food was amazing! True gem of a place. Reminded me of my mother's cooking. Definitely will be coming back when..."
Vukile Ndlovu
"Last minute decision to go to Marco's this evening. It was great! Service, food, entertainment...everything. My French friend wanted to try..."
Margaret Gibson
"What a delight! This is genuinely one of the most African dining experiences I've had in Cape Town. The live performers are so vibrant and talented...."
Vuyokazi Qabaka
"Good food, good service. Loved the live music, very entertaining! Great singing and dancing. It was packed, but our waiter still managed give us our..."
Queenm Mokulubete
"I expected more. But it wasn't bad. The food is okay. Nothing spectacular. They do serve generous portions. The vibe is amazing. I love live music...."
Lewis Vusumuzi Dube
"It was a fun dinner with great live music by musicians who incorporate the crowd. The food was excellent, my first try of springbok, kudu, and..."
Kristina Reuber
"GREETINGS FROM ROME! A memorable experience! The food was really good, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. We tasted fired worms, different..."
Arianna Acciarino
"Whilst clearly a tourist trap in terms of pricing and atmosphere, I’d definitely recommend Marco’s. The portions were huge, the live band with..."
Rajiv Joshi
"I recommend this restaurant for traditional African foods. We had kudu, ostrich, road runner chicken, lamb stew, spinach, chakalaka without sardines,..."
Chris K (Queen M)
"Very nice food and entertainment! The band was really good, real African vibes with beautiful sounds. Food was really nice, especially the different..."
Shirley L.
"Food is rather simple and very good. But you should definitely come for the atmosphere. We went on Tuesday and had live music by an African band..."
Patrick Eckstein
"We are international guests: the food was great coming from a vegetarian and a meat eater. The highlight was the entertainment: Ubuntu marimba band...."
Jatharine Mercado
"Marco's was highly recommended to us by our airbnb host. The food, drinks, and service were excellent. There was live music when we arrived so we..."
Jeremy Saal
"I recommend trying the various grilled vegetables platter, grilled ostrich meat pieces, and chicken..."
Fatima Alobeidli
"Since the earliest of days in our stay in Cape Town, Marcos African Place has been the best place for us. The meals served here are wonder either..."
Rofhiwa Mudau
"The food and experience is good however their's a lot to be desired on the service delivery. I believe in an establishment team work is of utmost..."
Brian Uzande
"One of the best restaurants I have been to. Food was superb and great value. And the live music in the evening was just..."
Kelvin Bastow
"This restaurant gives you the South African atmosphere per excellence. Serving 30 people a la carte is not easy, but service has been excellent and..."
Peter Zangerle
"Finally stopped there because I was told I could find some Okra Soup. Nope! However, the restaurant has an Absolutely lovely decor! The meal was..."
Madame Shugga D Rosenbloom
"Nice traditional South African food restaurant, the food is on point and live performance is even more on point and very entertaining. There is a..."
Mpho Selepe
"We stopped here as part of a Viator tour on the nightlife of Cape Town. It’s entertaining and I had the ostrich fillet which was cooked well,..."
Claire Johnson
"At first sceptic, turned out to be a good decision !! Good variety of dishes, portions could be a little larger, nice compositions, very tasty! Live..."
Claus Schuh