15 Best South African Food Resturants and Cafe's in Cape Town.

Cape Town is a melting pot of cultures : European, Indian and Malay, and its vibrant food scene reflects this diversity. From traditional South African dishes to modern interpretations, there is something for everyone to enjoy. If you're looking for the best South African food restaurants and cafes in Cape Town and surrounds, here are 15 of the best:

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General list

Bobotie: A Cape Malay dish made with minced meat, spices, and a creamy egg custard topping.

Biryani is a rice dish cooked with meat, spices, and vegetables.

Bunny chow: A Durban speciality, bunny chow is a hollowed-out loaf of bread filled with curry.

Chakalaka: A spicy relish made with tomatoes, onions, carrots, and peppers.

Gatsby: A Cape Town institution, the Gatsby is a giant sandwich filled with chips, meat, and sauce.

Koeksisters: A sweet, sticky doughnut made with fried dough, syrup, and coconut.

Koeksister : Cape Malay koe'sisters are prepared from balls of dough including yeast and flavoured with cinnamon, aniseed, ginger, cardamom and dried tangerine

Malva pudding: A warm, sweet pudding served with custard or ice cream.

Potjiekos: A traditional stew cooked in a three-legged pot over an open fire.

Meats

Biltong is a South African dried meat snack made from beef, game, or ostrich.

Boerewors: A thick or sometimes thin, sausage made from ground meat, spices, and vinegar.

Braai: A South African barbecue, typically featuring grilled meats, vegetables, and bread.

Droëwors: A thin, dry sausage made from ground meat and spices.Karoo lamb chops:

Lamb chops from the Karoo region of South Africa, known for their tenderness and flavor.

Sosatie: A skewered meat dish, typically marinated in a mixture of yogurt, spices, and onions.

Veldkos: Traditional South African cuisine, often featuring game meats such as ostrich, venison, and kudu.

Seafood

Snoek: Snoek is a type of white fish that is popular in South Africa. It is often grilled, smoked, or pickled. Smoked snoek is a particular favourite and is often served with potatoes and salad.

Crayfish (rock lobster): South African crayfish are known for their large size and delicious meat. They are typically grilled or steamed, and can be enjoyed on their own or with a variety of sides.

Mussels: South African mussels are large and plump, and are often served steamed with white wine and garlic.

Oysters: South African oysters are known for their freshness and flavour. They are typically served raw, with a squeeze of lemon or lime.

Prawns: South African prawns are large and juicy, and can be enjoyed grilled, fried, or in a variety of other dishes.

Kingklip: Kingklip is a type of white fish that is known for its firm flesh and delicate flavour. It is often grilled, pan-fried, or baked.

Calamari: South African calamari is fresh and tender, and can be enjoyed grilled, fried, or in a variety of other dishes.

1. Gold Restaurant

GOLD Restaurant