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Rick's Cafe Americain

86/100 (2910 ratings)

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"I love and would recommend everything about this place - the Casablanca themed Ricks cafe is my go to ! Rick’s has the most delicious food with a..."

Storm Morrisby

"The most important thing is that the food and service is excellent. The second most important thing is that the kitchen closes later than other..."

Thigerson Reddy

"Such a fantastic place with a wonderful atmosphere!! I had one of the best meals here - Flavours and options for days � Friendly staff, comfortable..."

Shannon Smith

"Honestly one of the best places I've been at in a long time , the whole environment is great , friendly and helpful staff with excellent food at..."

Ryan A Martin

"Working on a prestigious cruise line cruising around the globe and tasting dishes served locally, I must say Ricks in CapeTown has rather left me a..."

Lek Lek

"Very, very good food!! The setting and theme is cosy and warm on a winters night, prices are a bit high for the average person, but will definitely..."

Stef Raath

"Never disappointed. Vibey!!! Great service, delicious food and really good portion sizes. It's all worth the visit and thanks Thube for always..."

Isabella April

"Friendly staff, the food was delicious and I love the music. I would definitely recommend people to..."

Alvena Steyn

"Fantastic food, great vibe and atmosphere, terrific staff, highly, highly recommend..."

Amanda Kranenburg

"The service is amazing,the place is comfortable and the food is great! I'd go every time I get a chance. I had a great time there..."

Retswe Riri November

"My favorite place to eat in Cape Town! Great atmosphere and fantastic food and..."

Alex Lee

"Delicious food, awesome atmosphere. Really great service. Definitely one of my favourites in Cape..."

Lorraine Perlotto

"Just had an awsome experience!!! JP is the best!!! Highly..."

Deirdre van der Walt

"Found this restaurant after a long evening of trying to get into any place on kloof's nek. As someone with a severe gluten allergy, I did not expect..."

Dylan Kukard

"AMAZING AMAZING FOOD AND SERVICE. VERY COOL AMBIENCE. I WANA GO BACK LIKE NOW. I had the burger and My friends had the steaks. Absolutely impeccable...."

Emily Crystal

"This place I can't say enough about it. The Chicken and fig tagine is what dreams are made of. Beyond delicious. Service was incredible, they went..."

Lara Segal

"Great vibe, great food and even better staff! We went to watch football and landing up having such a great time. I had the lamb tagine which was out..."

Leanne Kimmings

"Guys! Rick's is amazing.The food is OMG good. Serious portions with bang-on flavour. Everything is locally sourced and of the highest quality..."

Jana Ferreira

"Sadly I arrived here not feeling great, but my date proclaimed this to be the best burger he's ever had. We also had the feta parcels which were..."

Mayuri

"I absolutely love Rick's. Amazing decor and excellent service. I've tried several of the dishes and they've all been extremely delicious. Great..."

Jessica Semple

"Recently went here for happy hour and enjoyed t so much that we decided to have my boyfriends birthday drinks/ snacks here too.The..."

Claudia Penny

"Very good service that accommodated our large group and took special care to organise our birthday request. They also served some good platters with..."

Kudzai Sachikonye

"Lovely restaurant with dim-lit and cozy ambiance. The food and cocktails were great too. Only downside was that the music was a little soft. Overall..."

Emirhan Caner

"My friends and I were feeling a happy hour date so we decided to give Rick's and try and I think we were all very happy with our first experience...."

Kposselwhite

"It was a birthday and a reasonably larger party. The service was excellent, all the orders were spot on, nothing was forgotten, everything was fast...."

Alphabet Soup

"Such a lovely chill restaurant perfect for the evening.They have awesome fireplace. They make fresh great Gluehwein in winter. Service very good...."

Elena Belka

"Didn't expect to waltz in on a Thursday night and get a table after an early drinks with friends. But alas. We managed to get a great 2 seater in the..."

Asher Weinsein

"Nice and cosy interior, very good food and super service. Moroccan options are good. Portions are generous. Wide selection of local wines. Thumb's..."

Orekhov.victor

"Amazing food and service. Had my birthday here and they made it so special. Vegetarian meals were so good and the meat eaters were also happy...."

Lekkerverdwaal

"Rick's is consistently a go-to spot for us. If the weather is good, be sure to book on the balcony. Indoors, be prepared to smoke even if you're a..."

TASTEXPLORER

"Rick's is always a treat! The Staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel right at home. I've patronised Rick's a number of times and the..."

Inga Sibiya

"Been to Rick's a few times for drinks but I had the opportunity to try the food for the first time this past weekend. Had the pork neck burger...."

Anisha Pillay

"Really really enjoyed my meal tonight! Been here before for cocktails, but never for dinner! We had a super cool waiter JP who was very efficient! We..."

Sarah Mcghie

"Awesome vibe was warm and cozy, good food and great service! Had a variety of meals which hit the spot tonight! Also the waiter JP was excellent and..."

Lucy McGhie

"Nice restaurant, very chilled, had a few drinks and ordered the Chilli Poppers. Rick's is not the cheapest in terms of food and drink but it is quite..."

Leonardo Sforza

"Wanted some vegiterian food. Had the Falafel Pita with couscous. Was really tasty! Probably some of the better vegetarian food I've had on a while...."

Christopher Shear

"Been here a few times, both as a member of a dinner club as well as with other friends. Drinks are mixed well and service is impeccable. Every time...."

Zanhugo

"My first reaction: "How have I not been here before?!"The perfect day time spot. A hidden gem! One of my my first choices for a..."

Mandisa Nduli

"Great ambience, great service! Wonderful selection of drinks as well as food menu. Suitable for any time and occasion! We had my birthday dinner..."

Heine

"Really a pretty darn good veggie burger. I believe the veg tagine is great too. There's a vast list of happy hour cocktails, not all of them..."

Popsi

"Popped in for a quick bite last night. Had to make the most of their cocktail happy hour - strawberry daiquiri's were refreshing. Also had their..."

Lushane J Abrahams

"I remember Rick's as an institution - one of Cape Town's landmarks. Earlier visits years back were among my favourite dining experiences in the city...."

Bryan Vally

"Firstly outstanding food and Very friendly service We ordered the traditional cheese burger , honey riblets and ravioli, the ravioli definitely..."

Mosa Mashati

"First time at Rick's Cafe Americain, and it definitely won't be my last. Decided on a last minute dinner with a few friends, so no reservation. They..."

Shinéad

"A Moroccan themed restaurant with 'Rick' in the title can allude to one thing only - Casablanca! The ambience of the restaurant literally feels like..."

Danieljake

"I always enjoy going here. great selection of food and drinks, and the service is great. I really enjoy the upstairs balcony section, which is good..."

Cynthia

"Been to Ricks a few times. Love the upstairs seating as it's cosy yet also allows you to let your hair down with that roof top vibe. I've had the..."

Ulisha Moodley

"I love bringing my friends to Rick's Cafe - really nice venue over looking the mountain if you sitting outside. The burgers, dessert, starters and..."

Jyotika Joy Chauhan

"I’m a major cinephile and the old Hollywood classics have always amazed me. One of the many classics I have watched numerous times is Casablanca,..."

I Love Foodies

"I noticed this restaurant some time back on one of my scarce trips into Gardens, and just loved the quaint character of the converted old house and..."

Monique

"Rick's is always enjoyable for dinner and drinks and I really enjoy their tapas menu. Their chilli poppers are very spicy but enjoyable and their..."

Jayshall Vassen

"My visit to Rick's cafe was really a success the decore was chic and the food was delicious. The place has the right vibes and I absolutely recommend..."

Hend Amer

"Rick cafe has a cozy warm vibe, great for intimate small get togethers with good friends. I loved the upstairs seating we were offered. The food was..."

Azele Anne Naicker

"This is one of my new favourites! Perfect for a dinner with friends and drinks afterwards! The tapas menu is so diverse and choosing one is..."

Bronwyn Coltman

"Cosy spot tucked into the heart of town, certainly worth a visit (but make reservations!). Busy-ness adds to the vibe, and lends toward drinks and..."

Darion

"Rick's Cafe is undoubtedly one of the best places to drink, eat, laugh, and unwind (with the help of their amazing drinks!). I always feel like going..."

Pree

"This was our second visit to Rick's. Love dinning near the fireplace by the bar. The ambiance provides comfort on a cold winters night in C.T...."

Laurisa Singh

"I adore this restaurant! It's also a stunning venue- the rooftop seats are my favourite. The service is always great and the menu is fantastic!..."

Sumendra Chetty

"Inviting and warm atmosphere, coupled with great food and service. Ambient lighting and unobtrusive music add to a very relaxing vibe. Furthermore,..."

Robert Fridjhon

"Thoroughly enjoyed my evening at ricks cafe. They have a large variety of food options to choose from. Although I was in a burger mood, I tried the..."

Shaneil Moodley

"Really enjoyed lunch here on Saturday afternoon amazing chilled vibe! Great food I had the burger and I was not disappointed I was so full after but..."

Kim Stoffberg

"We visited Rick's Cafe in Cape Town due to the remarkable resemblance to Rick's Cafe visited in Casablanca Morocco a few weeks ago..."

Marentia Van Kasterop

"Birthday dinner for 7. Food very good, service not so good. Waiter kept forgetting to bring our repeat drinks order. Eventually ended up getting our..."

Tracey

"Friday, Sitting in the rain with heavy traffic on our way to try Rick's cafe, it was all worth it. Such a nice vibe, such friendly staff and awesome..."

Nadia Janse Van Rensburg

"Wow!! This Ricks Cafe Americain was amazing!!! The food was so delious best food I have ever had for a long time... Everyone one ordered different..."

Ash

"Rick's never disappoints. Had a lovely meal with friends last night and as always, we left more than happy. The restaurant is very cozy with a great..."

Ronelda Human

"Experience 5/5Amazing cheat meal dinner with my significant other. Perfect for intimate gatherings such as dates. We were initially seated in a..."

Amy Imogen Tanzer

"This place is probably the pinnacle of Cape Town's 'bars that everybody keeps thinking is a restaurant for some reason.' I mean yes, they have a..."

Ben Rhys

"Extremely satisfied with my Rick's debut. Excellent burgers that exemplify generous portions and even better happy hour specials. Will definitely be..."

BT

"A firm favourite for a happy hour mojito and delicious tapas platter. The Spanish meatballs are the best! service can be slow-ish but just enjoy the..."

Jessica Stromin

"I've been here a few times and good old Rick's never fail to disappoint. It's not a fancy, hipster place, but you're assured of good service and..."

Catharina

"Ricks is definitely one of my all time favorite places in Cape Town. The entire restaurant has warm, welcoming decor and a great atmosphere. Sitting..."

Savanna Clarke

"The best things about Ricks for me, is that they have a large variety of food for vegetarians. We went here a few nights ago and were a large table..."

Jaynisha Patel

"Ricks is one of my favourites! Over the years I've spent many evenings with wine and tapas on their upstairs deck but last night was the first time I..."

Rachel

"An eclectic mix of tapas and cusine that suits. Always a fun spot. The service is always on par. Try the upstairs bar. My fave part is the sharing..."

Nadia Van M

"I have to been Rick's a few times, but the other day was the first time I tried their burger, and wow! My sister, as well as my mother, whom are not..."

Megan Amber Taylor

"Rick's cafe has a good vibe on a Friday night and we had great seating on the deck.We tried various tapas and all of which was delicious..."

Chanel Pillay

"Absolutely awesome evening. Been here twice in as many months. Tapas exceptional. Ambience is top notch. Service is brilliant. Good selection of..."

Heath Huxtable

"One of the best places to eat in Cape Town! The food is incredible, with a wide variety of choice (which is all delicious), the atmosphere is perfect..."

Warren Duncan

"I went there for their burgers that I have heard so much about. They are huge and will satisfy your hunger for sure. The chips were nice and crispy..."

Zimkhitha Sulelo

"What a great vibe, the decor and lighting make for quite the ambience. Thoroughly enjoyed the tapas platter I ordered. Very generous serving best to..."

Moshibudi Mphahlele

"What a delight! Great atmosphere and a huge selection for vegetarians. We had the Chilli poppers for starters, which were decent. And I had the..."

Meenal Harry

"So Delicious. This tapas platter from Rick's Cafe Americian is full of yummiest finger foods, So full of flavour and big enough to actually feed 2..."

WildHearts Journal

"Such a vibey restaurant just off of Kloof street. There are a lot of tables and every night seems that every seat get filled! Great tapas, salads,..."

Sarah` Kennedy

"I’m a major cinephile and the old Hollywood classics have always amazed me. One of the many classics I have watched numerous times is Casablanca,..."

I Love Foodies

"Such a hidden gem, is Rick's... The best place for a romantic meal, with excellent service and food to compliment the ambiance, you are guaranteed, a..."

Chris Van Dyk

"The service was great and friendly. We ordered 4 tapas to share and I woul recommend this to anyone. Mains are so last year! All of the tapas were..."

Warrick Philip Shannon

"Went out for an intimate dinner last night and everything was perfect. The food was juicy and satisfying, the wine was crisp, elegant & fresh and the..."

Tankiso

"Had a celebratory dinner at Ricks and had an amazing evening. The place was packed but the service was still great. All the people at the table..."

Mathew West-Russell

"It was my second visit to Ricks Cafe. Nice vibe, we were hosted in the upstairs lounge room for a hen party and the service was great. They run..."

Bame Modungwa

"Great food, great atmosphere on a Friday night. One of my favorite restaurants in the cbd. I tend to go with the tajines, they're usually excellent...."

Brandon Ellse

"Best Lamb Shank ever! Lovely vibe, nice & cozy. Friendly staff. Been back a couple times because it just is that good. The cosmos are a winner over..."

Emile Doubell

"We received great service from the moment we arrived. We didn't have a reservation, but were given multiple great seating options. I recommend the..."

Khanyi Zulu

"We were a group of 40 people on the rooftop section and the service I received was excellent, from our arrival, and the waiter keeping me up-to-date..."

Merisha De Voux

"The rooftop seating area is a vibrant spot to host a larger table setting, with views of two large TVs in the event there's an important game on. The..."

Lee-Anne Curtis-Cox

"Hi everybody Ricks Cafe Americain is a place that you must definitely visit. The decor, the staff the atmosphere is one to experience. We had the..."

Darryl Nel

"Beautiful restaurant. Perfect location, friendly staff, amazing food and extensive cocktail menu. We will be..."

Cindy Smith

"An old time favorite of mine for many years! Delicious food not overly priced. So many different & cool little spots to choose to sit. Closed on..."

Tarryn Taylor

"An absolutely amazing vibes, highly recommend their grilled fish of the day it was superb 🤌🏾 the mussels and the cocktail drinks were a..."

Matlodi Maduwa

"What a beautiful spot. Especially the rooftop. Amazing service, food and extensive wine, spirits and cocktail..."

Carla S

"Amazing atmosphere!! My favorite place to go for amazing cocktails and delicious food. I had one incident where a waiter immediately dismissed us..."

hannah burger

"The food was very very tasty. The tagine is highly recommended. The flavours, the layout of the plate etc... Everything was right. The portions are..."

Martijn Leijten

"We love this place for a chilled lunch in town with spectacular views of Table Mountain. On a warm, sunny day the roof top is the place to be and you..."

Judith (CapeTownWithKids.com)

"My fiancé took me here as a surprise because I love the movie Casablanca. It really was amazing! Our waiter Allan took such good care of us and the..."

Amber Belcher

"Great location. It can be so busy making it difficult to get hold of your waiter at times but the service is still good. I had the ribeye and roasted..."

Dambudzo Chipotereke

"Awesome vibe sitting upstairs, breathtaking views of the mountain and city. Food was delicious and service was friendly and delightful. The menu is..."

Pavitra Naidoo

"Amazing cocktails, best pina colada in Cape Town! I tried the seafood Tajine but it was very disappointing, R295 one of the most expensive item on..."

MinChan Kim

"I have been going to Rick’s regularly, and I have never been disappointed. Food is simple but always very good and tasty. I do recommend the beef..."

Edward Madone

Eastern Food Bazaar

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"The food is first grade. The prices are low. Guaranteed value for money. The food you buy for one person is enough for two, sometimes even three..."

Yagya Dollie

"People this is eastern food cuisine at its best..."

Gerrit Fortuin

"A Weekly visit is always on the menu when we head into town. Best food in Cape..."

Johan Absynth

"Delicious! The Indian food here is some of the best in Cape..."

Randy Padilla

"Great food and variety, with good prices too! Truly recommend it to..."

Vikash Parbhoo

"Wow dt is regtig ju gld wrd hor ek sal almal aan raai om n drai dar te mak is te uitsteknd..."

Selvia Selvia

"The best Eastern experience! Low prices in comparison to what you..."

Erik Fourie

"Loove your Palak paneer n naan yummy followed by chocolate almond ice cream. Thumbs up fab food..."

Inẽz Cara Gajjar

"Food is the best ! A must for me when im in Cape Town..."

Marcellis Pick

"Never miss eating here when in Cape Town.Honest food and honest..."

Wilfred Paulse

"Exceptionally good food for a low low price..."

Magdelene Albrecht

"Such a nice place. Best prices, top quality and large portions. Absolutely love this..."

Lize

"Sooooo damn cheap and so damnnnn good!!!! Gosh I will go there so many times if I didn't live so far!!! They serve such fresh food it's unreal!!! And..."

Tayla Martin

"Eastern food bazzar is like a home to my family it's a place we can always fall back to plus the elders love the food they make and the variety of..."

Riyaaz Jap Khan

"An authentic, delicious and beyond affordable food experience! The portions were more than generous and the variety of options were pretty..."

Sabrina De Oliveira

"A huge improvement flavors are insane, try it peeps. Treat them right then they will treat you right. Just love it, I will keep going back again and..."

Michael Angelo Van Wyk

"I loved their schwarma. It was so amazing. In general their food is cheap and it's worth every penny. Im definitely going back, It was truly an epic..."

Zazizenkosi Phiri

"Nothing like a good curry after a night out. People complain about their butterchicken but I really enjoy it! Love their garlic naan as well. Good..."

Tselane

"Lacking ambience and it can be tough to find a table if eating in, but the Indian food was spot on. As long as the naan is fresh and hot, I am a..."

John Public

"It was a fantastic experience. The whole concept of the 'stalls' for each Asian meal was brilliant. I guess the location isn't prime but the alley..."

Sabeeha Dawood

"Exceptional Value for money!, I have had the Dosa's and the garlic naan, both were freshly made and really good.I will definitely go back..."

Yajna Pale

"There are a punch of food "stalls" where you can watch your food being made, with menus posted above. Peruse the stalls/menus and then go to the..."

Raman Singh

"Had an amazing time. I didn't have to wait long to place my order. Amazing choices of food and ice cream. The food is made Infront of you and really..."

Toni Zill

"Because it's so affordable I eat here often. Also, me & my mom share 1 portion. Most of it's single portions are big enough for two. I love their..."

Shubha Bhat

"Good place for cheap Indian food. The portions are large. It's not very authentic, however. I recommend the dosas and curries. Chicken biryani was..."

Nira Jagadeesan

"This is the go to place for Indian food. Reasonably priced and generous portions. A very large selection to choose from. Had naan bread and..."

Koos Kobber

"Excellent food, unbelievable value for money. Never disappoints....a true local hidden secret. Had the butter chicken, scharmas, falafel, lamb curry..."

Stephan

"I've only been here twice but the food is really amazing and quite affordable for the amount you get- great value for money! It's always a bit..."

Kim

"Chicken Vindaloo or Chicken Tikka Marsala also try the Bombay Crush, really good food and vibe busy but good! Staff are also friendly and..."

Andrea.chetty09

"Best BEST place in cape town to find indian cuisine. I cannot put into words how amazing and full of flavour their food is. And big value for money...."

Jarne Botha

"4.5 for the nicest Butter chicken. I go to Eastern Bazaar on a regular basis and always take Butter chicken and occasionally the Chicken Shawarma in..."

Veruschka Rossouw

"The best indian food especially chicken vindaloo, naan is awesome exactly the way my mom cooks, friendly staff, clean. Would highly recommend if u..."

Kaashifa Khan

"The value for money is INSANE. Mega huge portion sizes and for the price the food is absolutely outstanding. I've had many of the curries and other..."

Jessica Semple

"Eastern Food Bazaar. One of my ultimate favorite spots to grab a quick bite when on the go. The prices are so cheap and the portions are quite..."

Ameerah Abdol

"This place is my jam! I love the layout with the openings on both sides, the portains are so worth the price! I can eat the egg fried rice and..."

Carb Cockrell

"Eastern Food Bazaar is most definitely accurately named. They have a large variety of eastern cuisines from Punjabi to Istanbul and even Delhi Pizza..."

Tia

"One of the few places you can find a masala dosa. Sooo good! The portions here are insanely huge (you can feed a family of four from one meal) and..."

Aletha Jeftha

"The food is really good and seems pretty local. The probs are really big and the price is cheap. It's not fancy by the way. I really recommend going..."

Luis Hernan Paul

"I've been to the Eastern Food Bazaar a number of times, so I thought I better review this fantastic place.If you're visiting Cape Town for..."

The Chowing Bunnies

"This is one of those places that you HAVE to visit if you are in Cape Town. At times it can be sooo noisy, messy and crowded, but that is exactly..."

FoodloverJHB

"Never disappoints, been there again this evening, thought of going somewhere else but due to us fasting today we decided to go to old faithful 5..."

Muneeb M Burton

"When the craving hits, this is the place to be! With several counters offering a variety of Eastern Culinary Varieties, you'll be spoilt for..."

Claire Taylor

"Iv tried the dahl here three times, great stuff when u want a quick, filling or non expensive meal. There are many different foos stores here so..."

Healthy Conscience J.

"Messy and crowded, but definitely a favourite! Real Eastern curry with the most amazing Naan bread. Portions are huge and prices low. Also loooove..."

Leandra Mouton

"Love eeeeverything about this place even tho its messy sometimes 🙈 but i think thats just because their food is so amazing and cheap! Who doesnt..."

MrsAdams

"My long time chommie Saarjie@Sarah Woodward and I got curryfied at this bustling and spicy urban in-and-out venue last night. Even standing in the..."

Bruce J. Little

"Its like a eat street or food court. There are multiple counters, u pay at one billing desk and go to the respective counter for the food you..."

Nilanjan Dev

"Finally got around to going here and was really impressed! There is a lot of choice which is overwhelming! However we decided to get Chinese! We had..."

Sarah Mcghie

"I have to preface this by saying I am not Indian and know nothing about authentic Indian cuisine. But in my opinion this was super tasty and..."

TK Boulais

"Great eastern cuisine place situated in the CBD! The staff there are always friendly and helpful. Takeaways are served quickly and efficiently. The..."

Lauren Niekerk

"Whenever I'm in town and looking for quick, tasty food, this is my go-to spot. Don't expect 5-star food but for the price and convenience I'll go..."

Nabeelah Shaboodien

"Variety of foods - well Indian foods , didn't enjoy the pizza but loved the chicken dosa ...haven't tried much else ...portions are very..."

Sash Gaffoor

"Food is so so tasty here! Definitely the ideal place to come to after a night out. The staff is super friendly and open to a laugh. Definitely come..."

Gabriel Stein

"Budget prices for delicious and filling meals.This is one of my favourite eating places in Cape Town. There is a wide variety of Indian and Asian..."

Yusuf R Shaik

"One of the very first food places I ever visited in Cape Town recommended by a friend. Right in the heart of the CBD the shear amount of choice is..."

Chris Rafael

"One of m favorites Indian cuisine spots for well priced meals. The staff are friendly and upon entering yo are greeted by all the glorious smells of..."

Joel Paarwater

"Def the best place for curry, budget and a different buzzing spot. Omw... for R35 i got a tray full of veg curry, lentil soup, rice and salad and for..."

Nadia Janse Van Rensburg

"This restaurant is the stuff dreams are made of, whether you're popping on after a big night out or passing by to grab a midweek dinner. Affordable,..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Authentic Asian food and great value for money. Eastern food bazaar is somewhere I always take friends/family who love a good butter chicken curry..."

Steven Edwards

"A wide variety of delicious curries in extremely generous portions. Value for money is excellent; this is the place to go for a no-frills meal in a..."

Hamish McCready

"Great food and great experience. The cooks could be nicer but then for the price you're paying you wouldn't be expecting a top service. Anyway, it's..."

Rita Velez Grilo

"I always come here after a night out. Love the vibe! They really take fast food to a a different level. Their chicken and cheese masala dosa is the..."

Laylah Fay

"Best place for indian food . The disaat there are very good .It's as authentic as you get in Mumbai restaurants . Reasonable prices and you will get..."

Pranaya Gandhi

"Curries are amazing, especially the butter chicken. Great value for money. Awesome vibe, feels like a market in India. Will keep coming back here...."

Clayton Sciocatti

"The decor is incredible, and while it's obviously not known for being the most fancy place, I always find myself driving in their direction. My..."

Morgan Lehy

"After so many trips to Cape Town I finally got to visit the tunnel of a thousand curries, ok, maybe not so many but felt like it! What a surprise..."

Anthea Chittenden

"Best place for curries, bunny chows and everything indian. This is my go to place for indian food because they are cheap and have big portion sizes...."

Saabirah Hare

"Eastern Food Bazaar is an interesting experience. Just watching the food being made was intriguing! I had a cheese and chicken dosa masala which was..."

Anna Potgieter

"If you want cheap, delicious food with huge portions - this is the place to go. Sadly, their food is not quite as good as it used to be, thus not..."

Francesca Favero

"This is a lovely gem! Food is awesome and they have really generous portions. Everyone should try this place at lease once, can never go..."

Cynthia

"Always wondered about this place and a few sundays back my friend dragged me all the way there... I loved it...felt like a kid in a candy store. Was..."

Karin Van Zyl

"Can't believe it's taken my so long to try this gem! At Eastern Food Bazaar you're spoilt for choice - they have food from all corners of Asia. The..."

Mikaela

"This is the best value for money food spot in cape town. It's not the most hygienic, nor the fastest service. But the taste and quantity of food make..."

Jayan Smart

"I think it would be unfair to rate this place by its quality of food. You come here because the food is dirt cheap, there are more options than you..."

Marcus Christiansen

"Good to see so many people waiting in que for Indian food. Tikka kabab was soft n juicy. Minced mutton curry worth trying. All meal come with..."

Chandan Gupta

"Been nearly 45 days since I had some dosas which used to be my staple breakfast or dinner back in madras. So we planned for this place today for..."

Anandmrk

"The best place in Cape Town... Great prices e a lot kind of foods, from all of countries. Its a very nice place for eat and have Good conversations...."

Brenda Raiane

"I'd heard so much about this place so I thought I might as well stop by for a quick afternoon snack. The atmosphere is very vibrant. Lots going on...."

Danieljake

"Totally love their food. Especially the Chicken Schwarma with pita bread and chips. If they could deliver I'd give them a 5. But it's delish..."

Amiena Lewis

"One of my favorite spots in Cape Town.The food is top notch and so so much value for almost no money. Which helps cause I drink alot of wine. It..."

Wez_Undercover

"Large portions and such a value for money! if you want hearty indian food at a very affordable price, then this is definitely a must visit! To top it..."

Elzalee De Beer

"If you are looking for big portions and a variety of Eastern food, then look no further. The average price is R40. You pay Forrest at the register..."

Charlotte Snyman

"A lazy house wife's dream!!Or any lazy's for that matter. The food is great, the portions are HUGE; and I mean sharing huge!The food is always fresh..."

Karin

"Great value for money! Great location! many places to choose from! very authentic food. If you just want a decent curry when you in the CBD this is..."

Dennis Chiang

"This place is a whole vibe. Massive portions of food (either share or take away - you won’t eat it all there), for around R70 to R120/meal...."

Leon Schnell

"One place you simply shouldn’t miss when visiting the Mother City is the Eastern Food Bazaar. One entrance is situated on Darling Street and the..."

Daniyal Saleem

"Still a 5 on price vs. taste and portion size. Nice buzz inside. Enjoyed my Tikka pieces with chips and extra chilli 🌶..."

awharvard

"Best place for foodie.. One stop shop for all the variety of Indian, Turkish, Indo.Chinese and a lot of food is available.. Very hygienic and clean..."

Moin Sayyed

"There are so many different types of food to chose from. We have been coming here for so many years to enjoy their food. Their food is amazing. But..."

Naz Alexander

"Love the variety of foods available. My favorite has to be the 'beef shawarma'. It is absolutely delicious. Second on the list is the ice - cream...."

Kouthar

"Great lively atmosphere, generous portions, tasty, and affordable food. Perfect place to satisfy your hunger after a fun filled day in Cape..."

Anker Gouws

"Delicious, prepared infront of you, huge portions and affordable, preferably sharing, if you don't mind a huge portion. Loved..."

Mayuri Rugbeer

"smack dab in the city center, and once you step inside, it's like stepping into a whole new world of flavors and smells. The place was buzzing with..."

Brandon Knox

"Amazing food!!!! There are no words to describe the amazing food at this joint. You have so mamy varieties to choose from, China town, to Indian. And..."

Robyn Schubert

"Eastern Bazaar is one of my favourite gems 💎 in Cape Town City centre. At this bustling halaal canteen-style restaurant, you can enjoy a genuine..."

Sue Faith Levy

"Such a great spot, the food was good. The place has a grunge but cool vibe. It has a wide variety of..."

Stefan Green

"Love this place it's an absolute gem and really shows the capetonian culture especially cape Malay culture The food is amazing, affordable and..."

zander labuschagne

"I went back after years, and the food was still as great. I had butter chicken and garlic naan, it was so..."

Robin Williams

"Absolutely loved it, friendly and welcoming for the whole family. Good service and fast food. Everything Tastes great and very reasonable..."

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