Mouille Point Restaurants

With sweeping views over the Atlantic Ocean, perched right on the waters edge, Cape Town Hotel School Restaurant offers any occasion dining in a fine and elegant setting. Award winning chefs create masterpieces of fine cuisine, while diners relax and enjoy the beautiful setting and mouth-watering cuisine. Located along Beach Road in Mouille Point, Cape Town Hotel School Restaurant is a must-try for discerning palates.

Located at the foot of Glengariff Road, lit by a neon signage and an art deco look, Buzbey Grill caters to regular clientele with consistently good service, food and attention. The open kitchen flows out onto the dining area alongside the curved bar and classic pictures of singers swagging their stuff in jazz and blue. The menu bursts with favourites such as pan-fried calamari - whole baby calamari cooked in garlic & chilli sauce is one of Buzbey’s classic starters, ideal as a starter or main dish. And the black mussels cooked in a white wine sauce so rich and delicious. The legendary pan fried pepper steak rubbed in cracked pepper with a brandy and creamed sauce and is a must for the first time visitor to Buzbey. Visit legendary Buzbey Grill in Sea Point and discover why so many people flock and support one of Cape Town’s oldest establishments.

Noted as one of the few Teppanyaki style grill restaurants, Tsuyo embraces the art of traditional Teppanyaki cuisine alongside a variety of sushi dishes. Comfortable and relaxed surrounds allow for social gatherings and discovery of this delicious meal art. The menu offers different sections ranging from traditional Japanese Dishes such as Tempura to rice and noodle dishes. The sushi section offers all the usual favourites as well as Jerry's own creation, Caterpillar Roll with crabstick, avocado, cucumber and mayonnaise. The Teppenyaki menu, offers a variety of grills including meat, chicken, fish and shellfish served with rice, noodles or Udon noodles. Relax and enjoy the authentic tastes from Japan at Tsuyo Japanese Restaurant in Green Point.

Proving a roaring success in Germany, with over 50 branches scattered throughout Germany, Café Extrablatt intends to conquer Cape Town. Serving coffee, beer and delicious breakfasts, buffets and classic dishes, diners can soak up some traditional German delights and experience what the Germans all rage about. Visit Café Extrablatt and experience for yourself this little slice of Germany on Main Road in Green Point.

This café cum bar cum restaurant entices with lunch and nibbles and delicious coffee alongside a deli dedicated to nothing other than mozzarella. Serving light meals with an Italian influence and the best mozzarella in South Africa, you will find this bar the ideal place to drink coffee and read a paper, eat breakfast or nibble on a light lunch before shopping for mozzarella.

Take a step back in time at this 1970s style revolving restaurant in Sea Point. A nice selection of light bites, seafood, meat and continental dishes are on offer at this unique and popular spot. A modest wine list provides the accompaniment, but it is the surroundings and atmosphere that provide the biggest draw. 1970s music plays as the restaurant turns up until a talented pianist takes over on a stylish white baby grand piano. A vibrant spot for great views and a unique atmosphere, Top of the Ritz is well worth a try.

Housed inside Romney Park Hotel and Spa, George Restaurant is a welcoming and comfortable dining establishment lit by a backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, Robbin Island and Green Point Stadium. This elegant eatery boasts delicious and wholesome meals alongside a lounge bar and pool terrace perfect for soaking up the summer ambiance over a cooled cocktail and light meal from the seasonal menu. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in elegant surrounds or curl up next to a roaring winter fire admiring the view.

Relaxed and informal, Mario’s delights the palate with an array of locally sourced ingredients ranging from homemade pasta to game. The menu proffers traditional Italian fare such as Pina's delicious bean, popular in the winter months, crumbed calf brains with capers, or marrow bones served with toast. Veal Saltimbocca with Parma ham, sage, brandy and white wine remains popular as does starters of Parmigiana de Melanzane - sliced fried brinjals with mozzarella and cooked tomatoes. Try Pina's signature dish of stuffed baby chicken served with roast potatoes, vegetables and Pina’s homemade fruit mustard. Infuse the palate with authentic Italian fare at one of Cape Town’s dining institutions.

Buzzing, lively and smart, this laid back and trendy eatery sets the mood with a cool take on décor menu that proffers continental and contemporary cuisine, café style. Short and reasonably priced, the menu offers delights such as tender calamari, generous Caesar salad, and a subtly delicious prawn curry enjoyed alongside a wine list favouring local wines and wines by the glass.

Dressed in vivid pink walls, plush leather booths, ambient lampshades and Mexican art, El Burro steers away from the traditional Mexican décor into a more sophisticated Mexican experience. Located along the Green Point strip, diners enjoy a myriad of Mexican pleasures ranging from ceviche, which is made with the fish of the day and bursts of lime, coriander, chilli and pickled red onion. Mains include a chocolate mole, the national dish of Mexico, as well as an array of soft corn tacos filled with chilli-battered line fish and braised short rib served with a spread of fresh guacamole, smoked and fresh chilli sauce, salsa and sour cream. Dine within the mood-enhancing interior or enjoy the balmy summer sun alfresco on the balcony.

Tinged with all the appeal of London, the bright red door welcomes with a nostalgic colour of London’s double decker buses or bright red telephone booth. Inside the interior buzzes in black and white checkered flooring, contrasting white chairs and elegant old pictures softened by the flickering candlelight. The menu tantalizes with delightful fresh figs stuffed with gor­gonzola, wrapped in Parma ham, served on a bed or rocket and topped with Parmesan cheese followed by tasty plump and crispy fish cakes served with a side salad and a dressing rounded off by a Dom Pedro. Step into The Duchess for a royal culinary affair in the heart of Sea Point.

Set in a beautiful converted house in Green Point, the décor warms the senses with wooden floors and minimalist décor complimented by a wrap around porch perfect for alfresco luncheons. Enjoy daily specials or feast off the menu on delights such as beautifully light pasta parcels filled with artichokes and ricotta. Or try the ragout-shredded tender beef that soaked into fresh pasta or the saltimbocca-flattened veal covered in Parma ham. The wine list is expensive with some fine Italian blends on offer, a perfect accompaniment to Italian dining.

A great place for delicious light bites from healthy start breakfasts to sumptuous sandwiches for a lunchtime meal, Miss K Food Cafe doesn’t disappoint. The team behind this popular establishment really know what they’re doing when it comes to satisfying light meals. The service is impeccable and very friendly, making every patron feel welcome and appreciated. A great spot to stop off for a quick refill or a lazy lunch with friends, try Miss K Food Cafe.

For delicious Indian food in a vibrant and lively spot in Sea Point, try Kabab Mahal. A palette of orange and blue runs throughout the interior and Indian music is played as you dine for that truly authentic feel. A wonderful dining experience for fans of Indian food, Kabab Mahal is well worth a try.

Buena Visa Social Cafe near Cape Town’s V & A Waterfront is a Cuban themed restaurant and bar. Its authentic decor is eclectic, with a touch of shabby chic this combined with Cuban and Latino beats, Cuban inspired menu and great friendly service combined transport visitors to Havana -the Buena Vista Social Cafe a popular destination for Capetonians, as well as international visitors. The menu has been designed around traditional Cuban, Central American and Caribbean fare, with a heavy Mediterranean influence too. There is a varied tapas menu, with both hot and cold dishes to choose from, including a meze platter, piquant jalapenos chilli poppers, scrumptious chicken skewers and flambéed chorizo. There is also a wide selection of Mexican favourites on the Comidas menu, all with a Cuban twist, such as the Chicken Churasco, which is grilled chicken breast with guacamole and salsa on traditional toasted Cuban flat bread. The Buena Vista Social Cafe is also famous for this meat and seafood. The beef is SA grain fed super beef, aged for 21 days. The Lamb Al Ron, a house speciality, is delicious slices of roasted lamb flambéed in a creamy, Cuban rum sauce. The sea fare includes Cuban inspired linefish, fresh from off the boats and an indulgent seafood platter. The piece de resistance is the Cuban paella – a traditional rice dish with a generous selection of seafood, including prawns. The dish is packed with flavours and made to an authentic recipe; the paella is a fabulous feast!

Set within the trendy suburb of Green Point, Bamboo Asian Fusion offers a unique setting where diners indulge on succulent sushi off the bodies of naked women. The interior adds an air of sophistication and seductiveness to the experience, with low ambient lighting in the form of paper lanterns, floral designs, latticed screens and original bamboo flooring soothed by ambient house music. If naked sushi exceeds your appetite, then try the delicious dishes off the menu starting with appetizers such as Prawn Toast, Spring Rolls, Dumplings and Soups. Mains include Asian Green or Red Curry, Seared Salmon, Galangai Fillet and a selection of Wok Dishes. Conclude your meal with a heavenly dessert.

The Grand Cafe and Beach is one of the trendiest places to be seen in Cape Town. Beach cafe style meets Parisian chic with vast crystal chandeliers, Persian rugs, rich fabrics and antique furniture. This eclectic mix of style and panache is set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and Table Mountain, with views that are out of this world. The menu is melange of old meets new, with fabulous east meets west fusion, as well as tried and tested classics and modern contemporary dishes. Pushing the envelope with its unique style, the Grand Cafe and Beach offers patrons a unique dining experience. Open for lunch and dinner, the menu is exciting and varied, and is filled with strong flavours, fresh ingredients and fabulously innovative combinations. The Grand favourites include tempura prawns, classic Caesar salad, bouillabaisse, fillet béarnaise and an out of this world crayfish sandwich. The Grand Cafe and Beach also offers diners fabulous thin crusted gourmet pizzas, served on long wooden platters. With a sun deck and sea sand beach that is gently lapped by the ocean, fabulously opulent decor and delicious food, the Grand Cafe and Beach offers all the ingredients for a perfect meal.

Arguably one of the top Italian restaurant in Cape Town, Posticino is doing something right.A loyal following of locals as well as frequent visits from tourists and even celebrities is testament to the fantastic food and vibrant atmosphere at this popular eatery.A relaxed ambience throughout puts diners at ease as they sample the delightful offerings that the authentic Italian cuisine provides.Patrons may dine al fresco on the large patio or inside, in stylishly decorated surrounds with intricate murals of country scenes.An endearingly traditional Italian dining experience awaits you at Posticino.

Large wine barrels coax with casual blackboards showcasing the menu offering anything and everything from French to pastas, curry, confit duck and affordable wines. Dine alfresco taking in the bustling main road, heated during the winter or inside dressed with rustic décor, shabby walls and intimate corners. The menu offers a fixed price 3 course meal, affordably priced and a decadent desert to round off the meal. Pop into La Boheme and surprise yourself with tantalizing dishes and affordable prices on Main Road, Sea Point.

The décor sets the mood with crisp white lines and ambient lighting and a great Greek atmosphere. Occasional plate breaking and dancing compliment full-bodied flavours such as Kleftiko Lamb - slow cooked lamb shank served with an option of roast potatoes, vegetables or a fresh Greek salad. Try the popular Calamari Dish consisting of Patagonica tubes lightly grilled or fried to a crispy golden perfection, delicious and tender served with either roast potatoes, vegetables or a fresh Greek salad. Start your evening with a tasty Mezze Platter for four, brimming with Dolmades, Tsatziki, Saganaki, Keftedes and 4 tasty Chicken Skewers served with 2 fresh Pita's and round off the occasion with homemade yoghurt, honey and nuts!