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Cape Town Restaurants

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Mama Afrika: Don't miss the Crocodile
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  • I loved this place , they have exotic african food, great environment, and the bands play there are great, the last time i went there was a band called African Dream, they play traditional african music

    I tried the Crocodile and the Ostrich, both exquisit

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  • Theme: African
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: 178 Long Street Cape Town
  • Directions: Long Street
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    Baia: Baia
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  • Inside dining (pic from website) - Cape Town
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    by myriam_c
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    Baia is a chic and contemporary restaurant and cocktail bar located in Victoria Wharf on the V&A Waterfront. It's on the first floor, with a view on the water. Prime location! Indoor and outdoor seating, outdoor is more expensive than indoor!

    Open 7 days a week.

    A very stylish place where the service was rather obsequious with our waiter ("Bonsoir madame et monsieur, my name is Oliver. I'll be your waiter tonight") always callling us "monsieur" and "madame". Which, by the way, is my only complaint.

    They have oysters from Brittany on their menu as well as Norwegian salmon. A bit decadent, if you ask me ...

    We both chose the spinach/potato soup as a starter and baby kingklip as a main. The baby kingklip being much bigger than expected!
    Wine: semi-sweet housewine
    Dessert: no dessert, just a pot of rooibos tea.
    Price: 290 ZAR (excl. tip)

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  • Theme: Seafood
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: Victoria Wharf, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
  • Phone: 27 21 4210935
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    The Lookout Deck.: Enjoy something light and a great "lookout"!
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  • Yummy! - Pavlova with a mixed fruit salad. - Cape Town
    Yummy! - Pavlova with a mixed
    fruit salad.
    by luckyzen, 4 more photos
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    The Lookout Deck is is an amazing place to enjoy your meal and the stunning view at Houtbay.
    This amazing restaurant caters for everyone. You can either enjoy a wonderful meal at the back of the restaurant, enjoy a drink at the bar in the smokers section, or simply enjoy something light on the deck, and enjoy the view. The restaurant also boasts of a lounge section to relax and watch televion.
    My personal favourite section here is the on the deck for a real lookout. A great place to relax and just enjoy.

    Pavlova with a fruit salad......
    Juices....? Most of them! Difficult to make a choice.

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  • Theme: Local
  • Address: On Hout Bay Harbour.
  • Phone: (021)7900900
  • Directions: At Houtbay..... Near mariner's Wharf.
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    Mombasa.: Local and lsland(ish)!
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  • I have never been to the Coral Island of Mombasa. This restaurant called Mombasa is the closest that I'll get to it.
    The atmosphere at Mombasa is great, and they have something special on the menu for all. From the conservative to the trendy (a smoking section is at the back of this restaurant).
    Of course I love the cakes here and the healthy breakfasts available are great!
    Most of all, I love the service and the lively atmosphere. Not forgetting the decor!
    It is open from 8:30a.m. until 11:30p.m. during the week including Saturdays. On Sundays, Mombasa closes at 10:00p.m. depending on the trade.
    Visit Mombasa.......You will love it!

    Fruit salad and yoghurt or anything local with Coral Island music! (morning)
    Coffee, +++...........or anything local with more Coral Island music! (evening)

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  • Theme: Local
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Cavindish Square, Cape Town.
  • Phone: (021)6741350
  • Directions: In Cavindish Square, on the lower ground floor.
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    The News Cafe.: The "sexiest" cinnamon bun!
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  • Who would have thought that I would enjoy as what is known as the "sexiest cinnamon bun" at Cape Town International Airport.
    The News Cafe, also at Johannesburg International Airport and various other outlets in South Africa, have become quite popular with the arrival of their cinnamon buns and other delicious cakes, meals and drink.
    Another great thing about The News Cafe at Cape Town's International airport, is that you have a great view of planes landing and departing.
    Please open the website link to read more. There is a story about these buns!

    The "sexy" cinnamon bun, of course! You have a choice of two.
    Believe me, these buns are divine!
    The drinks are good.....make your choice.

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  • Theme: Local
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Cape Town International Airport.
  • Website: http://www.newscafe.co.za/
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    Jake's on Summerley: Jake's on Summerley
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  • Lovely small restaurant with very tasty food. Great atmosphere and extremely friendly service.

    "In by 17h00 and out by 19h30" formula: eat between 5 pm and 7.30 pm to avoid the rush and you'll get a 20% discount on any 2 or 3-course à la carte meal.

    Closed on Sundays.

    He: a salad (to share) as a starter, ostrich fillet as a main
    Me: Thai chicken stir fry
    Wine: Chenin Blanc
    Dessert: no dessert - no coffee.
    Price: 178 ZAR (excl. tip)

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  • Theme: Local
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Summerley Road 5, Upper Kenilworth-Cape Town
  • Phone: +27 21 7970366
  • Directions: Juff of the main road (M4) in Kenilworth
  • Website: www.jakes.co.za/summerley.htm
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    Morituri: Morituri
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  • Pizza-pasta restaurant in a beautiful decor of Italian paintings on the walls. As in every Italian restaurant there's a large variety in pizza's and pasta's. Difficult to chose from! Portions are huge.
    Very friendly service.

    Open 7 days a week.

    Take-away or deliveries possible.

    He: Pizza Autunno
    Me: Pizza Strega
    Wine: white housewine
    Dessert: no dessert - rooibos tea + cappucino
    Price: 102 ZAR (excl. tip)

    He: large mixed salad (to share) and lamb tortellini
    Me: smoked salmon panzerotti
    Wine: red housewine + large bottle of water
    Dessert: no dessert - rooibos tea + cappucino
    Price: 185 ZAR (excl. tip)

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  • Theme: Italian
  • Price: US$11-20    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Main Road (M4), Claremont-Cape Town
  • Phone: +27 21 6836671
  • Other Contact: kinga@iafrica.com
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    Summerville: Foods of the world
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  • If your mantra for life is to live it with passion, a visit to Summerville is an absolute must. They have an extensive and diverse menu exploring international trends and promises to titillate just about every taste-bud preference, resulting in an exclusive and special fine dining experience.

    Summerville is a 280-seater venue, including the Sun Deck and is set on Cape Town’s Camps Bay strip. This unique restaurant with its contemporary and relaxed interior, mesmerising African sunsets and delicious cuisine perfectly captures the beauty of the outside and draws it in to create a leisurely fine-dining affair fit for intimate gatherings as well as garrulous get-togethers, from private functions to film shoots and grand parties.

    Summerville Platter

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  • Theme: Diner
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Shop 2A, The Promenade
  • Phone: +27(21) 438 3174
  • Website: www.summervillerestaurant.co.za
  • Other Contact: info@summervillerestaurant.co.za
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    The Africa Cafe: The Africa Cafe
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  • The Africa cafe is a bit of a tourist trap. Don't get me wrong it is worth going, the food is excellent but a little expensive. There is a set menu and the waiters bring various dishes to your table and will bring more of any dish that you really enjoy. You will definitely not leave hungry that is for sure! The dishes are from all over Africa with many interesting flavours.
    The waiters and waitresses are beautifully dressed in traditional African clothes with painted faces and the building is brightly painted so you can't miss it!

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  • Theme: African
  • Price: US$21-30    » Currency Converter
  • Comparison: more expensive than average
  • Address: No. 108 Shortmarket St, Cape Town
  • Directions: City Bowl
  • Website: http://www.africacafe.co.za
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    The Red Herring.: Enjoy the biggest and best(est) pizza and more!
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  • Unless you have a big appetite, this is huge! - Cape Town
    Unless you have a big
    appetite, this is huge!
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    I simply love visiting The Red Herring in Noordhoek. The restaurant is divided into three sections. An Ala Carte menu is served inside of the restaurant. On a hot day, i.e. if you prefer something light, there are tables outside of the restaurant where you can relax and enjoy your meal. Just as a precaution, the sevings are huge!
    Lastly, there is a staircase which leads to the bar section of this very popular restaurant.
    Very enjoyable on a warm day to enjoy your favourite drink.....and chat!
    Above all this, there is also a little garden section where pottery can be purchased. Kids love playing here. A few other little interesting shops can also be found in the courtyard.
    Do not miss visiting The Red Herring when visiting Cape Town.
    A favourite for all ages! For the trendy, the conservative, the playful and the discerning.

    The Biggest Pizza of my own choice.
    The juices are great in summer. The selection.....great!

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  • Theme: Italian
  • Comparison: about average
  • Address: Cnr. of Beach and Pine Roads, Noordhoek, Cape Town
  • Phone: +2721 2891783
  • Directions: You either drive via Chapmans Peak or The "Ou Kaapse Weg."
  • Other Contact: Fax:+27217892900
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