The Best Foodie Streets in the Mother City (part 1)

There’s nothing to question here…FOOD simply is one of Cape Town’s love languages! The city’s culinary heartbeat is alive and well without a doubt. Although there are some stupidly good foodie finds in every single suburb, some areas are just known to knock it out of the park more than others. Look no further than these foodie streets the next time feasting is on your agenda! Our top picks include…

1 - Kloof Street, Gardens

• Egghead

Specialty: All day breakfast

Vibe: casual, vintage and cosy

Opening Times: 7:30am-10pm (close at 4pm on Sundays)

• George’s Coffee Bar

Speciality: all things coffee

Vibe: friendly, welcoming, grab-and-go style offering

Opening Times: 7am - 4pm (Saturday opening times are 8am - 2pm..not open on Sundays)

• Our Local

Speciality: breakfast & lunch

Vibe: earthy, fresh, vibrant

Opening Times: 8am - 11pm (Thursday to Saturday) 8am - 3:30pm (Sunday to Wednesday)

• Nourish’d

Speciality: vegan smoothie bowls

Vibe: friendly, laidback and inviting

Opening Times: 7:30am - 4:30pm

2 - Regent Road, Seapoint

• Three Wise Monkeys

Speciality: sushi and ramen

Vibe: cosy, casual and calm

Opening Times: 12pm - 10pm

• Scheckter’s Raw

Speciality: vegan smoothies, smoothie bowls and flapjacks

Vibe: welcoming, friendly, earthy

Opening Times: 8am - 9pm

• Ariel Modern Italian

Speciality: pizza, pasta and cocktails

Vibe: stylish, energetic, European

Opening Times: 12pm - 10pm

• Jarryds

Speciality: all day brunch

Vibe: modern, inviting, social

Opening Times: 7:30am - 10pm

• Moro Gelato

Speciality: traditional Italian gelato

Vibe: retro, friendly, happy

Opening Times: 11am - 11pm (Thursday to Sunday) 12pm - 11pm (Monday to Wednesday)

3 - Bree Street, City Centre

• I Love The Dough

Speciality: artisanal Neapolitan-style pizza

Vibe: social, vibrant, fun

Opening Times: 12:30pm - 10pm (except for Sunday and Monday, 12:30PM - 9PM )

• Vixi’s Social House

Speciality: Mediterranean cuisine

Vibe: energetic, social, fun

Opening Times: 12pm - 11pm (except for Sunday, 12pm-4pm and 6pm-9:30pm)

• Clarkes

Speciality: All day brunch and burgers

Vibe: friendly, lively, welcoming

Opening Times: 7am - 10pm (except for Sunday: 8am - 3pm and Monday: 7am - 4pm)

• Burger & Lobster

Speciality: lobster rolls and burgers

Vibe: social, energetic, vibrant

Opening Times: 12pm - 10:30pm

4 - Victoria Road, Camps Bay

• Cafe Caprice

Speciality: cocktails and casual food

Vibe: social, stylish, relaxed

Opening Times: 9am - 12am Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (9am - 1am Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Hours differ on a Monday)

• Mantra Cafe

Speciality: cocktails and seafood

Vibe: stylish, summery, welcoming

Opening Times: 8:30am - 10:30pm

• The Bungalow

Speciality: seafood and sushi

Vibe: stylish, fancy, summery

Opening Times: 12pm - 11pm

Keep this guide close! The next time you're craving a restaurant outing but have no clue where to go, here is the solution. Stay tuned for part 2 revealing way more fabulous streets where you are sure to eat good! Cape Town is a foodie dream of a city and we are all here for it.