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El Burro Taqueria

81/100 (1312 ratings)

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"Absolutely delicious vegan food! The smokey jalapeño rellenos with cashew cheese were amazing! As well as the vegan artichoke quesadilla, and very..."

Catherine Stevenson

"Fantastic Vegan Menu – I can't wait to come back and try the other dishes on there. My husband had the line fish off the regular menu – he was..."

Cornelle Ellis

"Brilliant experience. Excellent food, amazing service. The calamari is insane. The pulled pork carnitas were out of this world. The smokey chilli..."

Ashlea Myson

"Really enjoyed the orange and mint margarita - nice place, food, and..."

Tara Looney Casimano

"Such delicious food...my word!! And tequila tasting very interesting...hostess great and Nic such a gentleman..well done guys you rock!! Best..."

Mandy Matthew Bird

"Had amazing margaritas and the starter Chiviche amazing!!!! And fish tacos. Thanks to hosts great evening out and drinks and food was great! Can..."

Laura Burrows

"Absolutely terrific. The food and service were impeccable. A nice gem well hidden away. Angela, the manager provided stellar service. She even got us..."

Lee Reeves Allen

"My absolute favourite! Excellent food and on top of it all, environmentally responsible - no straws here! Please open your Newlands restaurant on..."

Emma Brunette

"It was my 1st experience there, thanks to a friend of mine that suggested the place. I enjoyed the Chunky Guacamole and Tortilla chips as starter..."

Lindiwe Ndiwe Livo Sakayi

"Aaaaaaaamaaaazing. Great food. Great staff. Great drinks. Great speed. Looooved it. Come to..."

Roar Kvamme

"Really great vibe, food (especially the traditional mexican dish) and service! Loved it, something totally different. We willl be..."

Megan Combrink

"Had my birthday dinner there last Friday - food, drinks, ambience and service was excellent! Highly recommend. Can't wait for the one in Newlands to..."

Robyn Leigh Tobin

"Cocktails are great & very well priced. Do yourself a favour & order the chocolate fondant for dessert. Probably the best I've had in Cape..."

Kate Wade-Lehman

"Had an AWESOME lunch there today. Love the vegan menu. Great service from Emily. It was my third visit ( twice in Green Point and once in..."

Mary Illingworth Banks

"We visited El Burros in Green Point on Saturday night and just loved the Mexican food experience and friendly ambiance of the place. The service was..."

Antoinette Tossie Brill

"The service was great, the drinks yummy, the main meals everything I hoped it would be and the dessert moorish (I could have eaten 2 portions). I..."

Michael DieTweede Bredenhann

"My favourite little Mexican restaurant. I love their grilled fish tacos and house margaritas. So sad to see they no longer have the duck tacos or..."

Francoise Hannah Phillips

"For years I have loved the El Burro Greenpoint more than this branch but I have to say my opinion has changed. The tapas style of this menu allows..."

Sam

"A cosy corner of Churro Cheerfulness. We absolutely loved the quinoa salad, a variety of tacos and of course ...the churros! Not a value for money..."

Monique Gibson

"El Burro Taqueria is the smaller sibling of El Burro Greenpoint and EL Burro Newlands. The Taqueria specialises in single serving mexican cuisine. We..."

Suraj Singh

"So yummy and I adore El Burro. I do however feel that the menu is slightly limited, even though it’s a Taqueria, it really could have a few more..."

Nicholas_Jon_D

"I'm very happy to have found this place. they serve excellent soft shell tacos. the prawn was we've excellent. The beef and pork was very spicy,..."

Eben Daniels

"Lovely food, lovely people, lovely time. Had excellent quesadillas and a few tequila cocktails. Very nice ambiance and very good food. Love it...."

Daniel Human

"Yaaaaaasssss! These tacos are life! And when you hear a bunch of Latin accents and Spanish being spoken in the restaurant, then you just know that..."

Aletha Jeftha

"Everything from the corn to the crackling is amazing in this place. These guys really know how to make food. They staff are always great and it is..."

Chantelle

"This vibey little spot is a must. Who doesn’t like them some nice tacos?? 🌮🌮 Quaint set up with coloful chairs and small tables..."

Anja Immelman

"Situated on a bustling corner, this place is small but packed with energy! What a pleasant atmosphere to be in. Food is delicious, although portions..."

Kaitlyn Williams

"At the moment this is hands down my favorite restaurant in Cape Town. The food, the vibe, the buy two get the third free special, the drinks - all to..."

Kposselwhite

"My boyfriend and I visited on a Thursday evening and the vibe was awesome/busy. They don't take reservations but are very accommodating and are happy..."

Cherie Thomson

"The gauc is the best out there. The drinks are exciting and delicious and plenty legit Mexican drinks to enjoy. The menu is small but appetizing. If..."

Jaryd Kay

"We had four tacos- Fish, Prawn, Pork and garlic, and Steak. The steak and prawn were our favorites. Really delicious. The fish taco had too much..."

TK Boulais

"Always good service. Great menu. Caters well for veggie vs non-veggie. Flavorsome. Good drinks - warning - the tequila based drinks are quite strong..."

Morgan

"Ok don't mess around!! You HAVE to go here and have to haveThe crispy pork skinThe ceviche The fish tacoThe beef-steak taco..."

Susan Searle

"This place ticks all the boxes for me! Took my gf here for a bday dinner, she doesn't drink tequila but we tried the cocktails anyway and they were..."

Chad Rutter

"Food was excellent. I had the fish tacos and they were just amazing. The churros were also some of the best in have ever had. We went as part of a..."

Ruby Bunjun

"El Burro Taqueria is just fabulous! The fish tacos take me to my happy place. The decor is happy but not over the top. The atmosphere is such a nice,..."

Kyla Meyerson

"My boyfriend and I saw the restuarant as we walked past and decided to give it a go. We didn't realised it was tapas and not being really strong..."

Nicola

"Lovely space. Very open and colorful. The food was good but definitely not spicy (at least not if you're from Latin America). The margaritas were..."

Catalina Guzmán

"Chicken, beef and fish tacos for lunch..incredible food, almost nothing to separate the three! Great service and a really nice spot. Definitely try..."

MattJBlack3

"Met up with some friends for a casual dinner. I have yet to try El Burro in Greenpoint and due to being fully booked, opted for El burro taqueria...."

Sereshan Pillay

"One of my favourite everyday spots for a light dinner and a drink. Located opposite the popular pub, The Power and the Glory, it's a great spot to..."

Guy Blackhurst

"Trendy, vibrant little Mexican restaurant on the corner. Friendly staff and the churros are fantastic. Definitely worth checking out. I..."

Danieljake

"My Capetonian friend brought me here for dinner and it was absolutely awesome! I love Mexican food and this is the real deal. The portions are..."

Julia Louise Domanski

"Small tasty tapas type food, best to order a variety and mix it up. Great location although parking can be a bit of a mare. Their fish taco is a..."

Rachel Myra

"Being a huge fan of El Burro, I went to El Burro Taqueria with high expectations and I was not disappointed!Inside the Taqueria it is small..."

Mikaela

"Great service-very friendly. We were a table of 6. Loads of different drinks and tapas on the table at any point in time, all tasty, totally my..."

Pieter Strydom

"I had a wonderful evening at El Burro Taqueria a while back. I love the decor and the relaxed feeling and I love the food even more. We started with..."

Juante Wall

"Awesome!!!! 1. Food: full of flavor! 2. Value for money! 3. Friendly staff. 4. Did i mention the food was..."

Imtiyaaz Hart

"Awesome informal little spot with a good vibe. The fish tacos are a win and the overall food is generally good while being a little on the pricey..."

Brad Dubbelman

"Great vibe and great food, mostly do Tacos and u order single portions around R35 each , so make sure you watch that or turns into expensive meal....."

Collin Allin

"If this place was in pretoria I would have had shares...a lot of shares!! My tastebuds went gezooola!!!! The different flavours are devine and you..."

Liza

"We are completely obsessed with the vibe on Kloof street and could not be happier that El Burro is now adding to the awesome atmosphere. With their..."

The Cape Town Glutton

"El burro taqueria summed up in one sentence: Super tasty (expensive) food, not much variety or size. Awesome service, the staff are really..."

Gabriel Stein

"Our first experience at El Burro was an absolute delight. Warmly greeted by our waitress who had good knowledge of the food. All food was incredibly..."

Lorelei Kruger

"Lovely little restaurant opposite rafiki's! The tacos were delicious but my favorite was the chicken quesadilla which were absolutely to die..."

Nic Hern

"This place has been open since June 2015, they're right in the middle of the hipster shitpacking district, and they're unlicensed. Initially I'd..."

Ben Rhys

"Incredibly busy, but it has so many redeeming features that you don't even notice. Friendly, spritely staff. The food is easy to love, and is..."

Max Hayes

"Amazing American style Mexican, I'd say closest to Texmex. Absolutely delicious... Try the ceviche, fish taco, chorizo breakfast taco... Only the..."

MaccTuyyna

"What an amazing place! Loved the flavours, the vibe, the decor and the service. Was a lovely night and I'll definitely be back again. Keep an eye..."

Kate Stewart

"Everything about this place is lovely, from the decor to the food and the service. The churros are 💯 I'll definitely be heading back soon...."

Shannon Van Wyk

"Great Mexican food. fast and efficient service and great tasty food. Nice small portions so you can taste a variety of what they serve. good..."

Craig Calverley

"I love the vibe of this El Burro taco bar! It is awesomely decorated and the small menu really hits all the spots you want from a taco joint. The..."

Kirsty Donald

"Interesting experience. Authentic Mexican dishes, nachos do not appear on the menu. I had the enchiladas and a side of chilli. If you love chilli, go..."

Claire Shaban

"Great place with a great atmosphere! The food is authentic and packed with flavor! Staff were great and service was great, def recommend this one to..."

Alan Jan Meyer

"Awesome little taco restaurant and really great lunch spot. Small potions so you might need to order several options to make a meal....but this is a..."

Nastassja Toll

"Mexican food is such a win. The portions here are small but the flavours are big! It's quite nice that you can bring your own drinks in but don't..."

Ricki Allemann

"We arrived at El Burro Taqueria excited for a great dinner surrounded by a buzzing atmosphere. And we were not let down! El Burro Taqueria is a small..."

Shadi Eshraghi

"Nice and intimate little spot and well located opposite Power & the Glory. The portions are quite small and even though it seems well priced you will..."

So 'n Bek Moet Jêm Kry

"Delicious, more traditional Mexican food. Small portions, well priced, for a good mix and match kind of meal, nice for variety and taste testing..."

Lauren Arendse

"We went there this past weekend, we ordered the beef, chicken and pork tacos and the beef quesadilla and it was delicious! But, what stole the night..."

Persephone

"A simpler & quick version of El Burro. Nacho's and salsa as a starter - would have liked some avo salsa with them. Taco's -..."

Sarah Leigh Visser

"What a lovely spot! Went for a girls dinner and everyone left very satisfied. Quite small and they don't take bookings so get there early...."

Nicki

"Popped in on a Friday after work and it was relatively empty and we managed to get a table near the window. The waitresses were efficient and..."

Simone

"Upon biting into one of El Burro Taqueria's tacos you are immediately spellbound by the taste of the soft taco shell - a corn flavour that wraps..."

Elle Aiello

"So tonight I got to experience El Burro Taqueria and I'm so happy to have finally done so. It was packed and the vibe was amazing. The waitresses..."

I Love Foodies

"LOVE this little gem. Popped by yesterday, unplanned, which is fine as they don't take bookings anyway. Looks like a Mexican diner, small but the..."

Chetna Black

"Wow, love this place. Style and decor is fresh and uplifting. Great colour on the wall. Delicious food, I love the way they do their chili poppers...."

Phillip Black

"Vibrant, colourful and each plate served is sure to carry an absolute flavour bomb. The ingredients are fresh and authentic, while the dishes..."

Mitch Prinsloo

"Popped in for a quick bite after work. Darted across the road to the bottle store to pick up a bottle of vino as the venue doesn't have a liquor..."

Sean Doc

"Im probably a bit biased as the regular El Burro's biggest fan, but the baby brother of my favourite doesnt disappoint! I love that I can have a..."

Carla Schoeman

"Had the chicken, fish , veggie tacos. Also had the Chilli rellenos. Recommend the chicken tacos. Nice concept, felt the Mexican vibe...."

Kev

"This lovely little place in the heart of Kloof Nek is perfect for the indecisive, or those who find themselves constantly wanting everything on the..."

Claudia Penny

"Completely lived up to my expectations - Food comes out quickly, it's delicious and there's a great vibe.Highly recommend: fish tacos and..."

Kara Levy

"So good! The ceviche was fantastic and I loved all the tacos, especially the spicy chillorio pork. The space is small but didn't feel over crowded. I..."

Kate McLean

"Hot damn, this place lives up to its reputation. The food is fresh and unbelievably tasty - I had the fish taco (soooo good) and vegetarian..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"Great little spot - essentially Mexican tapas. Good vibe and great design and ambiance. The food was fantastic. Not licensed yet so had to run across..."

Norman Buller

"This is the new kid on the Tamboerskloof block and it's fabulous. Owned by the El Burro team the offering is my kind of food - small tapas type..."

Cape Town Diva

"El Burro's new venture in the city bowl - delicious Mexican fast food you can eat with one hand, leaving the other free for a glass of vino. No..."

Bianca Lee Coleman

"Affordable. Friendly. & vibey. Visiting this restaurant during their opening weekend I was pleasantly surprised by their fantastic service and..."

Ashleigh

"I am so delighted to have Cape Town's best Mexican restaurant on my doorstep! El burro has out done itself with its Taqueria.The smaller..."

Ashleigh Fynn

"Although the portions are small, the tacos are very tasty. I would suggest going with a group and ordering different dishes to share. The churros..."

Chloe Igo

"Really great ambiance- cosy with candles. The food was delicious- the vegetarian taco was way too hot to eat. However, as soon as we said something..."

Foodhunter

"Finding parking is a bit of a nightmare - but the food, service and ambience makes it worth the hassle. They are still awaiting approval of their..."

GideonC

"Killer little gem! About time ct got introduced to some quality quick service Mexican! Pork and fish tacos are winners - and if you into ceviche,..."

Adrian

"Think about El Burro Taqueria as El Burro's baby sister. It's literally the dynamite version of cape town's best Mexican joint . A small focused menu..."

Makosha Maja

"Friends and I pulled in to this restaurant mid-afternoon on Saturday and we had to pull ourselves away late evening. The staff were very happy and..."

Natasha Day

"This El Burro has a fresh take on how you approach your decision making when it comes to ordering your food. It is convenient for anyone wanting to..."

Wayne Reid

"Mesmerizing views. Seats strategically arranged to ensure that every guest could indulge in the scenery while enjoying their meal. I had crispy duck..."

Nikiwe Mayedwa

"The tacos are excellent but a bit on the pricey side. It’s quite small inside and it was very busy on Saturday evening when we went. Parking is..."

Jacob O'Brien

"If you want really good tasty mexican food this is the spot. Service was quick, staff friendly and the restaurant created the perfect vibe with that..."

Grant Oliver

"We like to come here with friends, great openings for both vegans and omnivores =) Lately the hot chocolate has become a bit watery, but service and..."

Yin “n” You

"Chips and salsa are worth the trip. The tacos are amazing. Drinks always hit the spot. I think this is one of our favourite local spots. We visit..."

Matthew Stark

"Almost all of the restaurants in the neighborhood were closed at 9pm but we noticed this restaurant was open. Considering I come from the States and..."

Mel B

"Delicious, flavourful food. Always accommodating to patrons and allow add ons and substitutions to orders (I always ask for regular mozzarella in the..."

Sacha

"There are unlikely to be any other spots that have food this good. I'd say likely uncomparable! The service is alot on point, kind, and suuuuper..."

Hannah Hudson

"Small Mexican place. Lovely atmosphere at night. Wish they could have a few other cocktails though (without tequila, as all the cocktails are..."

Brandon Daffue

"El Burro literally never disappoints. BEST..."

Annika du Toit

"El Burro is a must go at Kloof. Great food, great service. You can just enter and get a table. Not expensive but quality is really..."

Rudy Peters

"Always a great place to go. Late afternoon is my personal favourite time as the sun slowly bakes you, the food fills your soul and the margaritas..."

Van Zyl van der Merwe

"Fantastic fresh food seemingly prepared in a very authentic manner. Great taste combinations and if your looking for authentic Mexican I highly..."

Andrew Turpin

"I promised myself that I won’t throw 5 stars reviews around anymore, but this place earns it. All I want from a Mexican place! Great fresh food,..."

Marvin Schuster

"Selection of tasty, modern Mexican cuisine, to..."

Petri Jansen

"Loved the house made Limonade, staff were very helpful and friendly. Vegan Quesadillas were full of flavour with four..."

Wendy Wood

"Really delicious tacos and guacamole. Definitely worth to check it..."

Florian Tschurtschenthaler

"So delicious, high quality, great flavor combos & great service 👍 suggest the Chilorio Pork taco & Chili..."

Renee La Tour

"The food is delicious. The venue is cool and quirky. It is small however, so the seating can be quite odd when it gets busy, which is often. I was..."

Lauren Stuckenberg

Shimmy Beach Club

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"Surprised my daughter for her birthday at Shimmy, our first time visiting the place, warm welcome from the entrance, even much more warmth as we..."

Charleen Bense

"We are currently in Cape Town on vacation and visiting Shimmy Beach Club was on our to-do list. When we arrived we were absolutely blown away. The..."

Chad Vaughan

"Had a great time! Toilets were clean, staff were friendly to us, both in general area and VIP. Liquor prices weren’t bad (compared to some of the..."

Daryn Mildenhall

"Great evening, winter special menu terrific value, even if it was a bit quiet. Good service from Millie and courtesy bus with Bruce our driver. ..."

Robert Watters

"We always have a blast!! The atmosphere last night was different from our previous experiences. Shimmy's gives a different vibe every time we visit..."

Paulett Zion Apollis

"Great experience keep it up guys... Most important thing your toilets are kept very clean my only concern was the flies guys yoh i ditched my ine..."

Sihle Skara Majola

"My girlfriend had her birthday party at Shimmy's Beach Club. We've never heard if it before. We were very impressed with the ambience of the..."

Charlotte Snyman

"Loved it!!! The vibe is amazing and so is the food. Friendly staff and waiters know what they doing. And the surroundings are stunning. Will bring..."

Robin-Lee Smith

"Always a jol when going to Shimmy.I have never had a bad food experience here yet.The new summer seasoned menu's every Friday are such..."

Caryn Rajh

"went there for dinner and drinks with friends . this was my first trip to Capetown and I have to say that I was impressed at Shimmy . a one of a kind..."

Amer

"Valentine’s Day dinner, the set menu was amazing, food was fresh and service was good. Thank you shimmy fit a great dinner. My first time here but..."

Sivene

"I've visited shimmy a few times but for the first time over the weekend I ate from the "beach" menu. I had a simple Cajun chicken salad but it was..."

Lisa Nyoka

"Very hip and happening spot! The venue is very versatile making it almost perfect to host almost all kinds of events from launches, parties, year end..."

Maz

"I would be lying if I say I will not visit Shimmy again...They have amazing views and a really chilled, and relaxed ambiance. It is really a..."

Tshego Fontash Marumo

"This is where I had my first Ice Tropez back in December 2012 😄. Definitely has a suave and oh so cool vibe whether you're dining or partying..."

Zimkita Sidumo

"I absolutely love their beach setting. The view to the ocean is very beautiful. Their cocktails are to die for, I really had an amazing time there. I..."

Thendo Mathobo

"For me, Shimmy Beach Club has always been the spot where all the cool people go. I love my pajamas so generally I’m not part of that crowd, but,..."

I Love Foodies

"Beatiful view and people. Vibey and great atmosphere . The best sushi, pizza and desserts in capetown I've tried by far. Great wine selection too...."

Chantelle Swart

"Had my birthday dinner at Shimmy Beach. Everything was lovely😍Our waiter,Trevor,was the best!👌🏾I'll definitely go back to Shimmy..."

Pearl Mambana

"Had the champagne battered hake. It was delicious and fresh. The menu though was quite limited to a few options. I also had a taste of the chicken..."

Kudzai Sachikonye

"I love going to Shimmy Beach Club, always a great experience! The staff are lovely and helpful, the management team is on top form and the food is..."

Samantha Taylor

"Best party ever!! Think I spent 3 nights in a row here...Definitely gonna recommend giving this gem a visit! I don't remember much to review..."

Ash Robyn

"Beautiful setting and very good food. The cape salmon linefish was good but the winner was the crusted salmon. The Baked Alaska should be tried...."

Christine Du Toit

"This place is all about the vibe, view and setting. The food is good but not great. Have to say the shimmy sherbet cocktail was refreshing and..."

Kashma

"Really beautiful view and set up, I really enjoyed my time here but it seems like a bit empty and non vibey. I expected to be busy and it would be a..."

Cay Jay

"Very nice venue. Amazing views of the harbour. You're likely to see dolphins if you keep an eye out. I had dim sum which was not the best but..."

Guy Blackhurst

"Wonderful venue, wonderful sushi and amazing cocktails. The venue itself is reason enough to visit Shimmy, and if you are not in the mood for a meal..."

Nic Hern

"particularly enjoyed the location and classy ambience of Shimmy Beach Club. It is the ideal venue for a romantic dinner with beach views, a ladies..."

The Authentic Girl

"beauty location on sunny days. lovely and friendly service. tasty food.deliciously fresh tasting sushi. wonderful seafood and good staples like..."

Lauren Arendse

"I've been to this restaurant before and loved it but this time round I was a bit disappointed. The starters were great and the dessert was yum but..."

Natalie21j

"Such a great summer spot for cocktails and drinks! If you're on a budget, then take a seat in the bar/lounge area and order some nibbles and drinks...."

Crystal Espin

"We went to Shimmy for a birthday dinner.The service was excellent. The waiter was ready to explain everything on the menu, to detail and..."

Kyle Dunn

"If you're looking for trendy upmarket yuppie fare you've come to the right place. However timing is everything so keep this in mind or you'll be..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"Have been there last time about a year ago. It was for lunch and was quite, as it was a rainy winter day. There was only 3 tables and waiters were..."

Jana Williams

"Shimmy beach club is beautifully situated, with breathtaking views. The minimalist decor and finishes let the view speak for itself. The service and..."

Azele Anne Naicker

"I came in very late to the shimmy craze. Even in winter it was a nice spot to be. Service was excellent, the food came quickly and the atmosphere put..."

Amy Mcwilliams

"I've been here for a few parties, and it was amazing, drinks, expensive! entrance a bit much too, but then it also helps to keep out the crazy..."

Juanita Rene Stears

"Normally when I go to Shimmy Beach it's to listen to Goldfish and to sip on overpriced alcohol so I was pretty excited when a friend invited us to..."

Mfundo Zungu

"Had a wonderful, intimate luncheon at Shimmy yesterday. Tasted 12 dishes from the starter, main and dessert menu and 10 of the 12 were insanely..."

@MrCPT

"Best Pina Colada, I promise. I ordered two and they they're really consistent with their quality. The atmosphere is awesome and relaxed. The pulled..."

Ivanna Abigail Kemp

"We went for dinner. Impressive location and looks fabulous when you walk in. The service was good - attentive and friendly. However, the menu was..."

YN

"Shimmy Beach Club is situated in one of Cape Town's prime locations. It is perfect for a Summer afternoon visit with friends, where you can relax and..."

Ashna Dayal

"I went to shimmy beach on a Monday night expecting typical nightclub food .... Not at all what I got! The restaurant was very quiet but the food was..."

Deedee

"Really funky vibe. Food is pretty rad, the place to be, awesome summer vibe with good looking people. Not the place you really venture too for..."

Neil McBain

"Tried the snack platter and a whole lot of cocktails. Oh how i love to just chill on the sun beds overlooking the pool and the ocean ! Added plus is..."

Andrea Lauren Kraak

"Beautiful setting at the Waterfront, accompanied by excellent service and delicious food. Very quiet as it was a Monday evening on a public holiday,..."

GiGi

"There are always events happening, people frequenting, tourists and locals, heels and bikinis! Stunning ocean views as you sit on the water and the..."

Yajna Gold

"We had sundowner drinks at this amazing beach club. It was so much more than I expected. It is located right in the Harbour and on the water with a..."

Magda Oosthuysen

"I guess Shimmy Beach is more for the vibe and music rather than the food. But we had a really nice seafood platter...crumbed prawns, crumbed..."

Sharima Bramannan

"On a bustling Friday night my family and I decided to eat at this vibrant restaurant. We had been seated for a while before getting our menus and..."

Sihle Ck Mkhize

"What a lovely place .. We went there to celebrate a special one's birthday. The wine list is lovely. Great food ,well priced, spot on service. Would..."

Hot Or Not

"Great venue. Food was excellent. I had Sushi. Really good. We were a party of 16 so I was expecting slow service, but was pleasantly surprised. Kudos..."

Brian Coetzee

"I've been here a few times for lunches/dinners and events. It's a really great venue because of the different seating areas, pools and view. My only..."

Jaynisha Patel

"I don't even know where to begin my review of Shimmy Beach Club. Upon my recent January visit to CPT, Shimmy's was the restaurant I decided to take..."

Serena Seunarain

"We have been there on a Goldfish concert and it was absolutely fantastic. The view is great, the beer and cider was nice and cold and the music so..."

Pia

"A restaurant with an amazing vibe and view. I had a business lunch here with my Spanish guests and the casual but smart environment went down well...."

Dhrupal Amin

"Ordered the steak, lamb chops and line fish. Fine dining food well worth it for the price. The views are magnificent. Table Mountain in the..."

Baptistmarcus

"The scenery is absolutely exquisite! Food is too - notch . But if you want to enjoy your time here then do make reservations rather just rocking up..."

Puleng

"Definitely The place to be especcially during the festive season. You can enjoy a very relaxing elegant dinner and have an awesome party outside,..."

Wayne Manuel

"An unforgettable setting, stunning sunset, great food and drinks (cocktails are delish, a must have) - makes Shimmy's the place to be in summer!!!..."

Jemal

"What a wonderful place to let a Saturday afternoon and evening go past. Had the seared tuna "espatada" which. With the sand and the ocean so close..."

Nthabiseng Chaane

"I was invited for lunch by a client for their year end function. I was very impressed by the interior & decor. Service was good. I was torn between..."

Kristen George

"Food is very good,but it comes at a price. Like all good things do. Extensive menu,even for the fussy eater. Service is on par. Awesome for summer..."

Nadia Van M

"Great place for a staff party. Held 1000 people no stress with a great vibe. Only trouble is parking but worth going back again and again. Awesome..."

Glen Hunt

"Summer is well on its way, which means it's time to escape your desk and opt for a lounger or a fluffy towel on the beach. As for me I have been..."

Ashleigh Fynn

"Beautiful place! And i can imagine what awesome parties are thrown here!! Would definitely want to come back for one of those buuut, the food is..."

Liezl Van Heerden

"Shimmy has a lot to offer in terms of food, relaxation, and partying of course. It's somewhere I find myself often visiting.The food is..."

Ulisha Moodley

"Shimmy is the place to be when you're looking for a fun, chilled place to hangout at. I go there for the view and the cocktails but the food is..."

Lee Lebotsa

"Best place to go in the waterfront area for cocktails and sundowners.. Food is really really good.Service not as good though, waiters have..."

Ricardo Teixeira

"Shimmy Beach Club is my go to place for a girls night out. The tone the atmosphere the music the drinks the food all compliment each other...."

Shumyz Kamish

"If you are looking for a more upmarket location for some good food, a few drinks and a super sea view - Shimmy is the perfect spot. It attracts a..."

Kelly Rae Gifford

"Such a fun evening in a really beautiful spot. Decor, atmosphere and music were great. Interesting menu with quite a variety to choose from. Our..."

Jess

"Although the food was really good, the service is much to be desired. On the other hand the vibe is really something else and the entire atmosphere..."

Candice Van Vuuren

"My first visit to Shimmy Beach Club, only had a few starters to share between the three of us, but well prepared and presented. The lemon & artichoke..."

Claudia

"We had an amazing lunch at shimmy beach club. We ordered a bunch of starters and dim sum to share and took in the beautiful view. We had the..."

Princess Bubblegum

"Shimmy Beach Club has got the views and decor spot on. The upmarket vibe has hints of clubs in the Med or Mid East. Location is quite surprising but..."

Robert Lutece

"This place is really stunning but prepare yourself for an insane bill! Great for summer and to treat someone special. Food is magnificent, fresh and..."

Wanda Geldenhuys

"Definitely the place to be on a Sunday afternoon during summer! They have amazing cocktails and their pizzas are delish! You'll feel like you're on..."

Bronwyn Coltman

"I loved the chilled setting. Being able to look over the waters and have sand at your feet but also have the option of sitting and enjoying a meal..."

Deirdre Pasquallie

"A really incredible venue-right on the water, good food and drink and great music. I had the chance the see Black Coffee who had a summer residency..."

Adrian Mendoza

"Simply love everything about it... From the amazing food to the incredible view. I once took my very busy toddler along during daytime, and he was..."

Lizelle Castle

"Very beautiful place. Was just at the lounge side. The cocktails were unique and delicious. There is a pool outside. And over the wall you can see..."

Leoné Jephta

"Higher end place so the prices are a bit higher here compared to Long st tourist area but the food, service and view make up for the price. We had..."

Michael Mischke

"What a gorgeous location. I went on a day that was quite slow but the scenery and the weather couldn’t have been better. The drinks and sushi I..."

Lisa Louise Martinez

"When I’m in Cpt - i always want to hang in the sun for a while- reading, just chilling with a view and on a cozy sun bed. Caused by the wind it’s..."

Melanie Wißler

"Shimmy is a Restaurant/Café by day and Club by night which hosts some of the best parties with an awesome vibe, the entire venue has security so you..."

Mikha'il Hathey

"Had a great time at Shimmy. Our staff party was hosted there so the experience will be different to the norm. Still had a fun time. Losts of space to..."

Seth

"The location is fantabulous, loved the place ,u can see yachts and ships sailing through, music was good ,the food was pretty ok as I am a vegetarian..."

Hemant Kumar

"Lovely beach club and restaurant with amazing swimming pools overlooking the ocean. The food is great too, but seafood platters are slightly..."

Nyasha Nyaguwa Wisdom

"My first time at Shimmy's and must admit was rather quite good. We decided to go for a meal at this establishment, was 6 of us all together. The..."

Ferns E (Ferns)

"What a hidden gem this place is. It sits at the end of the quay so rather take your car or Uber there. Bring your beach costume so you can enjoy the..."

Emil Swanepoel

"Nice location with views across the water. Friendly crowd and staff. Plenty of cocktails and house tunes made sure we had a good..."

MacStar

"Yummy food. Service a little slow though. I’m all for immaculate bathrooms and Shimmy has it! Beautiful vibe and..."

Caddie Hart

"Unique "beach" venue situated at the docks. Lovely pool for those hot summer days. Comfy couches grouped on a man-made beach and great views out to..."

Janine Westerweel

"A spectacular but small venue for a big name DJ set. Soft sandy floors with a pool taking pride of place in front of the stage. R35 for a small can..."

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