Cape Town Restaurants

The Greek Fisherman is in the heart of Cape Town’s V & A Waterfront. Diners are treated to traditional Greek and Mediterranean food and hospitality. Encouraged to sit back and relax while taking in the out-of-this-world view of Table Mountain and the bustle of the working harbour, patrons are treated to great friendly service and delicious food. Best known for its traditional Greek and Mediterranean menu, the restaurant as added a modern twist to some dishes. With a selection wonderful homemade breads, fresh out of the oven, and over twenty five meze and tapas starters to choose from, including Souvlaki (meat skewers served with tzatziki), Spanokopita (spinach and feta parcels) and Atherina (white bait), diners can feast and soak up the lively atmosphere. The main courses are predominantly fresh fish and seafood dishes, as well as the highest quality meats, all cooked to perfection over and open charcoal fire for an authentic taste sensation. The wine list has something for everyone, with With the motto “Food is family, family is life, life is everything” a meal at the Greek Fisherman is a treat to share with the whole family, and one that won’t be forgotten.

A warm welcome awaits you at this popular Greek eatery in the stylish Cape Quarter. The decor stays true to the Mediterranean theme with elegant blues and clean whites and adds to the relaxed ambience throughout the restaurant. A focus on freshness makes for a menu that changes with the seasons so there are new dishes continually added to the standard menu and also the specials board. Superb Greek food and hospitality await you at Kuzina.

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!

Enjoy lazy summer days dining al-fresco or succumb indoors to the fresh clean setting nostalgic of warm summer days on the Greek islands. With tables, couches and scattered cushions, Spiros makes for a relaxing day out with family and friends. Younger guests are encouraged to explore the well thought out and creative additional room complete with dress up costumes, arts and crafts and numerous other activities leaving you free to enjoy your meal and company. The menu serves up appetizing and tasty choices of hot and cold Mezze dishes for starters such as Hummus and Melitzanosalata (Grilled aubergine whipped with garlic, spring onion, lemon and avo) and Sikoti (Chicken livers sautéed with cream and chilli) all served with Pita bread. The extensive range of salads and main courses such as Choolongse Kleftiko (melt off the bone lamb shank) or Souvlaki (chicken or lamb) skewers basted and grilled over open flames will tantallise you taste buds. Round off your perfect meal with delicious deserts such as Galaktobouriko (Greek custard phyllo pie) or the Baklava Rouladess. Spiros is a relaxed restaurant perfect for family and friends and easily located within idyllic Hout Bay on main road.

With a definitive Mediterranean flavor this family owned and run store is situated on the Main Road on the way to Chapman's Peak Drive. One could find a similar looking restaurant on an island in Greece. Spiro, the owner, is ever present, as is his wife Julie. Both are passionate about food, people and life. There are al fresco dining areas on the patio in front of the restaurant and in the paved, enclosed courtyard. There are various dining rooms with tables and some have couches or divans and cushions for relaxing. Additionally there is a room in the house set aside for children (complete with a range of dress-up costumes, art & crafts and numerous other activities and the latest movies). Children may also eat in this room on the table especially provided.