TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

Giovanni's

91/100 (2988 ratings)

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Italian

Vegan Options

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Cappuccino

Ham & Cheese Sandwich

Chocolate cake

Bagel

hot chocolate

Make Your Own Sandwich

Smoked Beef with Avo on Rye

Anthony's Custom Sandwich

Salmon and Cream Cheese Bagel with Butter

Sandwiches

Geo's Smorgasbord

Juice & Smoothies

Smoked Beef and Avo with Lemon

Cheesecakes

Pastéis De Nata Chocolate Croissant Americano and Cappucino

Bagels

Rye Bread Avo and Dutch Creamy Gouda

Chilli Chicken

A Deliciously Refreshing Gazpacho

Cakes

Cappellini

Pasta

Salad

Juice & Smoothies

Pesto

Salmon

Almond Croissant

Fish

Oat Milk Latte

Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese

Café

European

Deli

Italian

Television

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Accepts Credit Cards

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Mid-range

"Simply, the best, most authentic slice of Italy / Europe one will find in the Cape. Nothing comes remotely close. Giovanni / Nicolas are utterly..."

Dorian Glass

"The best capuccino I ever had ! You should visit Giovanni's if you are in Cape Town, don't miss it..."

Sarah Polli

"One of my favourite spits in Cape Town. Great coffee, wonderful ambience, good..."

Reta Robberts

"Just the cherry on the cake to go there for morning coffee and a sandwich created by self ! A highlight every time we go to Cape Town ..."

Leoni Starker-Fox

"What a cosy & inviting venue to experience a very cosmopolitan clientele whilst enjoying the best cappuccino in town & continental..."

Lucas Korver

"What a treat to get a perfect San Daniele and Provolone panino in..."

Richard Matthews

"Delicious Italian style food to take away. Very happy for not being able to buy wine after 6 p.m. as attendants explained that it was due to "Cape..."

Estela Carvalho

"Love love love die plek.. soveel lekker goedjies om van te..."

Mandrezel Oosthuizen

"What a lovely deli! Absolutely my favorite. Nothing I would change. Giovannis has been one of my families favorites for many years and whenever we..."

Zoe Tyropolis

"My recommendation to this restaurant was ... “ this will be better than your mama’s food” ... he was definitely right!! I won’t ever go to..."

Barend Jakobus Van Wyk

"Casual and easy great choices swift service all very friendly. I enjoyed a croissant perfectly baked with some honey glazed gammon. Hit the spot...."

Adamhfuller

"Well, what to say about Giovanni’s, simply the best food corner in CPT by far. This small gastronomic delight is very well located in Green Point..."

Emanuel Rui Batalha

"Great Cappuccino and the freshest croissants. You can hear how fresh they are when someone next to you takes a bite!!! Order them from the counter..."

Nix006

"Giovanni’s, a popular green point institution, has been around for decades and is still a popular choice among locals for a number of reasons. The..."

Adam Hunter

"Gios food is semi famous among local Capetonians from their pesto dishes to their perfectly cooked chicken perfect for lunch or dinner (or a healthy..."

Yajna Gold

"Great coffee. Nice baked goods available.Good deli section. Great ambience.Recommended for a coffee & croissant to start your..."

Ij

"A buffet type deli where you choose what you want from a selection of options and pay by weight. I love this place and all the food I’ve tried has..."

Sam Corcoran

"A friend brought me here to build a sandwich, and I was pleasantly surprised. The ingredients were all fresh and there was such a wide variety of..."

Colleen Kalimba

"Really good Takeaway food and sandwiches that are pretty amazing. The only downside is that it's always so crowded it's hard to move around in there...."

Atara Jaffe

"Giovannis is one of my favourite spots to grab a delicious sandwich and do some people watching. The selection of both imported and ready made fare..."

Simone Izzard

"It's an Italian inspired deli and yes it has an absolutely fantastic range of delicious cold meats and cheeses to choose from.Not to mention the..."

Winston Ck

"I absolutely adore Giovanni's, it's my go to deli at least twice a week! My issues with it are not food based at all. The seating has always been an..."

Nicola Cape Town

"Nothing beats giovannis. The coffee is incredible and so is their sandwiches. A beautiful take on an itallian deli...lots of goodies available for..."

Natalie Lazaris

"Love this gem in the heart of green point! They stock the most divine products from Italy, I love their new product - Bellini! The cafe is also..."

Samantha Taylor

"Always know I can rely on Giovanni's for an authentic, homemade meal. They have a wide selection of salads, breads and meats to suit everyone's..."

Tanweer

"There's a reason this place is always full! Great variety of food and always tasty! A bit on the pricey side, but worth it for the meal overall and..."

Ilan Ben-David

"Out of this world amazing every time I have been here! Shared a salmon bagel and caprese bagel with my boyfriend. The simple joys of a slice of..."

Carli Gaddin

"Great selection of products with such fantastic breads, cold meats and salads. I got 'stuck' in there as i couldnt decide what to buy. There's so..."

Simone Hasselbach

"Popped in just for a coffee on a cold late afternoon (other than early mornings, think this is the best time to go) & ended up having two more each..."

Gabriella

"Giovanni's has the best selection of imported treats, pastas and cheeses plus a counter with delicious prepared food - everything from sweet and sour..."

Jamie Roller

"Always 5/5 experience. From an Italian background, this place makes me feel like I'm having nothing short of a home cooked meal. Imports are also..."

Mton27

"Amazing!!! I absolutely love this place, another perfect stop when you are not quite sure what to have for lunch and the fast food franchises are not..."

Tracy Poulter

"Delicious Deli lunch! Can't go wrong with any of their offerings. Highly recommend the artichoke and Parmesan dip. Coffee is also fantastic! Huge..."

Teffie Polkinghorne

"Coming home from a trip or long day at work? Cooking is probably the last thing on your mind. Giovanni’s is the Italian nonna you never had. This..."

FoodMissionary

"Well, where do I begin?!? The tasty meats, the fresh breads, the AMAZING veggies & cooked meals. The best Spicy chicken mayo you will ever come..."

Era Ace

"Not much to say that hasn't been said, amazing deli, fantastic breads and pastries. Cheese, meat, salads all taste fantastic. Great imported goods..."

Jack Gorton

"Really awsome place. Love the vibe, the authenticity. Great place to be if you like good foods with a wide variety of flavours. Love their meatballs,..."

Shauny D Foodie

"Always unfailingly good. Often get a little take away food, something different, when I feel too lazy to cook. Love their bread, often buy it. Owners..."

Paula Zolezzi

"I love the coffee served here! The baristas are also so friendly, and always willing to have a quick chat. The deli inside has really great..."

Tiffany Lara Elliott

"I cannot rave enough about Giovanni's- from a deli that is probably comparable to Trupps in Hyde Park in terms of stocking food that you unlikely to..."

Glenn Muller

"There is something so appealing about Giovanni's, the cool-factor without even trying, and the continental feel you get while sipping on your..."

Megan Bellinger

"I have been a customer of Giovanni's for sometime now. It the perfect place you go to for shopping for imported food. They have a variety that does..."

Hend Amer

"Really great vibe. Was craving scrambled eggs, which they unfortunately don't do, so didn't stay for breakfast, but really enjoyed the coffee! Great..."

JayRo

"Go have lunch at the folks who love food as much as you do. The small cosy shop is filled to the brim with a wide variety of delicious food of the..."

Magically Nick

"First visit to Giovanni's. Amazing Italian with a home-made feel. Had the penne arrabiata, ready made and a nice change from the usual frozen store..."

Bame Modungwa

"Looking for a typically European deli to sit on the sidewalk while having your sandwich and strong coffee? Find it at Giovanni's. Always busy. Always..."

Lindie White

"A great little deli that always seems to be busy (a good sign in my book!). We picked out our rolls from a variety of options, and were then..."

Rebecca Francis-Pope

"Lovely deli. You can get take-away or sit down and eat. Always busy with a nice vibe. Big selection of tasty home-made delights from quinoa to..."

Celeste Tsang

"Yum yum yum!!! Quick delicious and healthy food! Perfect takeaway, where you can mix anything: quinoa salads, freshly roasted peppers, spoonfuls of..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"I absolutely love this little Italian gem! I've stopped by numerous times for a quick espresso and some Italian dessert. It's always a pleasure..."

FoodieC

"Love Giovanni's!!! This is a must see place in Greenpoint. There's so much on offer its hard to zone into what to purchase! The large selection of..."

Sumendra Chetty

"Love Giovanni's but mainly for the shop as they have all the yummy food from the UK which is where I come from. Never had anything bad to eat there..."

Amber Razdi-Rafael Convery

"A Green Point institution. Top notch coffees, awesome deli salads, sandwiches and fresh-cooked meals. A little pricey but great for lunch or take-out..."

Ryan Goodman

"Giovanni's is food heaven. They have the most delicious deli foods - think exotic cheeses and meats, sundried tomatoes, different pâtés and dips..."

Jessica Stromin

"This cafe/deli is an excellent stop for delicious sandwiches, bread, freshly prepared meals, fresh juices, coffee, and it has an international..."

Irishman

"Always an absolute treat! The location and the setting make a very trendy hang out, a great place to grab a quick roll and coffee! The coffee is to..."

Nic Hern

"Tried, trusted! When mom is far away and the desire to cook is lacking, Gio comes to the rescue. And let's not forget the Amsterdammers and small..."

Jacolouisg

"Everything is good and perfect at Giovanni's: the service,the people, the coffee the smiles... and the food...Coming from Europe I know ...so please..."

Pierre Meert

"A definite must if you're in the green point area. Friendly service and a great variety in the buffet. The place has got a great Italian feel to it...."

Bobby Louw

"Best coffee shop in Green Point by miles along with some damn decent quality 'brioche' and panini's. What also adds to s great atmosphere is that you..."

Maximillian Bajkay

"Yum, yum, yum! I absolutely love Giovanni's, it's what I look forward to most (food-wise) when coming to Cape Town and I would definitely say it is..."

Gabriela Limberis

"Best sandwich/deli place. Always has the freshest of ingredients and breads. My fave is the Norwegian smoked salmon on a baguette. May be a bit..."

Shez

"Great deli with with a diverse selection of delicious offerings. We go all the time and I have never been disappointed. If you are hankering for some..."

Kyle Hoffmann-Barrett

"Giovanni's is a family-run deli and market in Greenpoint and is a favourite amongst locals and tourists alike. It is a very relaxed deli that offers..."

Bronwills

"Giovanni's is one of the best Deli's I've ever found in Cape Town! They have a huge selection of just about all things delicious, but for me the..."

Allegra Whitehouse

"One of the best deli's i have been to. It's food is like home away from home except that it's quick, on the go but you are satisfied. I had the..."

Candistripe

"@i feel like I'm back in Italy when I come here. Not only do they have the best coffee and food in Cape Town, but they create the ideal Mediterranean..."

Gabi Esposito

"Always a Capetonians go-to take away food - I find myself here more often than I'm proud to say. This place is always buzzing with people..."

William Hillock

"Love this spot! Great for a meeting, quick lunch or weekend drop by. The extensive and authentic deli is right up there with the best and although a..."

Mike Varney

"Giovanni's has never disappointed! The most delicious food, so affordable, the best quality! The most friendly staff, huge range of imports, cured..."

Trynity

"Giovanni's is too lekker. Location is excellent in terms of convenience and atmosphere. The food is as appealing as it is delicious. The layout and..."

James Beall

"This is why Italian food is so popular. There are still people around the world who are able to replicate what a small "alimentari" or "enoteca" is..."

NickNock

"This place is always buzzing and there is a good reason for it! They are amazing- wide selection of food and snacks for all. Anyone can go in and..."

Welmie Loves Food & Wine

"Pure class ,love their products .No words describe this place.obviously this place is not for the shallow pocketed ,extremely well priced for..."

Samukeliso Eneya

"With the fresh air that cape town has to offer and a little cafe and shop right by the sidewalk this is the place to have moring coffee. With fresh..."

Tamar Reyneke

"I love this place. Partly because it has every foreign sweet you've always dreamed of getting hold of, and partly because there's a great vibe for a..."

Ellen Van Velden

"A regular venue for us when in Cape Town, this is a wonderful deli come coffee bar where you can get anything from an espresso plus the newspaper to..."

Artisan Eatware

"Look no further than this lovely little shop for all kinds of delights! Wonderful freshly cooked foods, cured meats, cheese and bread. It's a tiny..."

Lisa Botha Gibbon

"Gios does not even needs a review. Best deli in Cape Town. Their reputation precedes them. Imported goods and Italian flair. They have it all from..."

Gabrielle Meyers

"One of my all time favourite spots in Cape Town. This place is just a gold mine. Everything from their coffee to their lunch buffet to their imported..."

Phoebe Kondylis

"What is there not to love about Giovanni's? I mean, delicious deli counter, great coffee, a whole assortment of imported foodie goodies to have a..."

Dominique Andrea Vieira

"This is a Capetonian institution but until recently I had never been. (*Hides in shame*). Nevertheless, I have now eaten lunch at Giovanni's and can..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"Do yourself a favour, and come here. This has to be one of my favourite places in Cape Town. It's essentially a deli. It's a great place to find..."

Rachel

"Lots of character but a bit confusing for a first timer. Seating is outside and inside but you need to go inside to order at the counter and then..."

Frantisek Pour

"Do you own Italian sunglasses and have a hairy back?do you ride a scooter?(not a chinese one)Do you have a bunch of friends with hairy..."

Martin Evans

"I literally can't keep myself away from this place. Amazing coffee and the greatest bagels in cape town! the selection of meats and cheeses is mind..."

Heather Charnock

"This place ticks all the boxes for a perfect coffee on the go - deli delicious - after work yummy take away - fresh bakery - awesome local fresh..."

Margot Johnson

"Good food all day til late. Great choose your own dishes and delicatessen. Mainly Italian in style with delicious coffee. Lots of the cool kids hang..."

David Adams

"This has got to be one of the best spots in Cape Town for your first early morning coffee, sandwich and a croissant. They also have a wide range of..."

Bruno Miguel De Jesus

"Local hang out when you grow tired of whatever new place has opened up, bike friendly so good place to grab a coffee before or after your..."

Collin Allin

"It's been around for years, Giovanni's is the place I remember my parents dragging me to for their morning coffee. Everything is divine and so..."

Michele Fry

"This place is my home kitchen. Or at least what I would love to find every time I walk in my kitchen. I love their deli section where you can choose..."

Mademoiselle Nomad

"Simply the best cappuccino I've had in Cape Town hands down. But that's not all that Giovanni's is good for. Their deli is fantastic for a..."

David Greenway

"Greatest food at ridiculously affordable prices for that area of Cape Town. Always enjoy having dinner here. 5555555555555555555555555555555555 ..."

Chad Rutter

"Best baristas (mehmet) ;) best coffee, best hazelnut Iced coffee, best croissants, best sandwiches, Bladdy amazing deli. Giovanni's never disappoints..."

Danielle Dominique Le Roux

"Probably the best haute cuisine style deli in Cape Town. A definite stop on any local or tourists visit. Get everything from deli & artisanal meats..."

Mikey Nathan

"Giovannis is an absolutely world-class deli with a wide selection of fresh salads, a wide selection of ready-made deli items as well as cheeses,..."

Nick BG

"European style coffee bar. Pop in for a coffee on go. Love the croissants here they are amazing. Coffee also really good and place is consistently..."

Leigh Dermick

"Coffee is mad strong, if you're almost going all natural like me, trust me, this will send you soaring all day! The "make your own salad / sandwich"..."

Jacqueline Sampson

"The food is very good with a lot of variety. It is always full. The prices are in the upper region but it's worth it. Take aways are also..."

Martini

"Have been going to Giovannis for many years. Nothing changes, only the variety of goodies in the Deli seems to increase. Excellent coffee. Excellent..."

Leon Pretorius

"Often visit Giovanni's for the convenience of choice in delicious Italian food and take away option. It has a warm and welcoming feel with..."

Krissy

"My all time favourite....my home away from home. Ah Giovani's. Try a Panini with Chicken Schnitzel, mozarella and a smidge of mayo...it's one of my..."

Vanessa Scott-Hall

"Love the Amsterdammers, taste like Hertzoggies, but better! The rugby is also on. Somewhat expensive on bakery & cured meats by 30% compared to..."

Davey Jone's Locker with Jazzy

"You know the best part of feasting late at night just before loadshedding is Giovanni's. This is the best part..... When I went to pay, there were..."

Julia Chaplin

"Always busy, always open, best coffee, eats, best everything! The reason why they ate always busy and packed with happy cusomers. Best take-away..."

Antoinette Schoeman

"Quick, healthy, and tasty! They have every cuisine and best is you choose your bread, meat, cheese, spread, and veggies and they make your sandwich...."

ahsc3fe

"It's my ultimate go-to place for exceptional coffee and delightful breakfast. Despite the constant hustle and bustle, the staff's efficiency stands..."

Alistair Bryan

"This local spot served as my family’s daily go-to grocery store while living in Cape Town. The coffee was great, but it’s the local flavor and..."

Jonathan Cottrell

"I have known this place for 31 years, living 2 meters away and always go there for ready meals and delicious snacks. My favourite was cheese..."

Shaolin Cafe

"This is one of my favorite places in CT. The bar section is great to have a coffee and watch everything that is happening here (which is a lot). You..."

Alexander Holzhammer

"So many locals kept mentioning Giovanni’s as a must, so I finally went to stop by the deli to get a to-go sandwich. And WOOWWW the hype is valid..."

Leah Gwin Hoefling

"I've been there three weekends in a row, and I think that somes it up perfectly. Incredible food and ready-made meals. Also, their house blend of..."

Chase Liebenberg

"3. Nice apartment. Tiny and outdated tv's. Seems like these expensive places are underwhelming. Everytime I go to, prestigous, highly costly..."

Thamsanqa Bhengu

"This is such a great place. In the winter, their fresh soups really hit the spot. They have a full deli of readymade food you can either take with..."

Laurrel

"Giovannis is an absolute gem. Only the freshest food is served at a great price point. They carry a wide range of cheeses and deli meats as well as..."

Melkbos Meisie

"Loved loved loved it! Bought a lot of goodies to bring home. To much to choose..."

corna scheepers

"Cappuccino is fantastic. A Cape Town institution for good coffee and delicious baked goods. My favourite barista is Mehmet. Cappuccino with a..."

Daniel Martin

"I love Giovanni’s. Fresh food and the best service in town. Always leave with way more than I need but I never regret it!..."

Jade Bentel

"Small but well stocked Italian Deli. Just be careful you may buy more than you plan and still be happy. Best quality products and friendly..."

Christiaan Strauss

"Not much can be said. Giovanni's is a must Sea Point stop over for ALL. Young. Old. Newbies or Repeats. It is noticed that prices are rising way..."

Alister

Smak

90/100 (468 ratings)

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"Great atmosphere. Wonderfully attentive and prompt service, with knowledgeable and helpful staff. And the food was perfection. My food was fresh,..."

Masuka Mutenda

"There are few places that I’m happy to return to over and over again. Their menu is varied and consistently delicious plus they have great vegan..."

Sabrina Flavia Forbes

"Had the smashed Avo for lunch today and all i can say is QUALITY. Such a good meal and good value for money. Highly recommend the place if you keen..."

Kieran Varkevisser

"We just spent a week on holiday in Cape town from Ireland ( a lads vacation) and we visited Smak several mornings for Breakfast which was just..."

Rodney Kennedy

"I had breakfast there this morning and it was amazing! The Good ol scramble was fantastic. Great value for money and the service was excellent! I..."

Andrew Cabrie

"Myself and 6 other adults all had a super- scrumptious experience at SMAK...we all loved our food. I had the salmon whilst my husband had the..."

Pat Campbell

"Friendly, helpful staff and the most delicious food. Well..."

Petra Smit

"Best French toast I ever had! Smiley staff and I'm already looking forward to going again and explore more the..."

Luciano Damián Carbajo

"Super lecker und immer frisch, die Nudeln werden zum Beispiel jeden Tag selbst frisch gemacht..."

Sascha Hoffi

"I absolutely loved it, the food was delicious and the service was excellent..."

Melanie Kleinhans

"Best breakfasts in town! Tried three now- Granny's Granola, the Banting Breakfast and the Good Ol Scramble and all three have been unbelivably..."

Chelsea Pickering

"Excellent food in a nice setting, will be back again...."

Joe Donnelly

"Great service. Great breakfast. I shall be back here in a..."

Frank Malaba

"Friendly staff. Good coffee and they make the best omelette I have ever tasted. I like healthy, natural snacks they sell for people on the go...."

Francette Roux

"Lovely coffee at Smak. Friendly service and pleasant atmosphere. Didn’t eat but the food looks good and eatery smells lovely, freshly baked goods..."

GoGo Meamito

"There were 3 of us that went to Smak for lunch. * Service was decent - the place was busy. The waitress was good, we got our food and drinks in..."

Maylene Kim May

"Friendly, welcoming environment- presentation amazing! Went for breakfast but the whole menu looks appetizing! Great location. Will definitely be..."

Dominique

"Such a gem of a spot away from the craziness that most spots in town can be. Friendly staff and very well priced but delicious food. Try go there..."

Jason

"Great place! I'm at SMAK almost every morning for my coffee; they make the best Cortado's on Bree Street and have the friendliest staff; picture..."

Akie Chhabra

"Great little place in the CBD The menu is great Fresh pastries and fresh breads that are greatThe burgers are great and the omelette..."

Chantel

"The simple decor of this café belies the complexity and richness of the food. I loved my crustless salmon and zucchini quiche ; accompanied by an..."

Alexandra Joy Pilar Stewart

"We had a team lunch here and it was great. There was something for everyone on the menu and each and every meal was tasty. The double green zero..."

Catharina

"I like tacos 🌮 and Smak makes a pretty awesome vegan chipotle spiced tofu tacos! The setting was nice and breezy in the heat, and service was..."

Popsi

"Had breakfast with a business partner at SMAK. Was pleasantly surprised. Our breakfast was delicious, and the service was amazing. Nice and cosy as..."

Mel Woudberg

"This is one great restaurant, the service is brilliant, and the food fantastic, fresh and beautiful size portion, highly recommended on my books....."

Guy Orlik

"Their sandwich menu is now by far my favourite addiction. Waiters and owner are friendly, service is prompt. It's decently priced overall aswell but..."

Sweet And Sour Chicken Only

"Best cakes in Cape Town with the friendliest service. Chefs are also attentive and regularly ask for personal feedback and suggestions. Smak exudes a..."

Gaura Moodley

"Truly one of the best restaurants around, great service with food to match. The menu changes regularly but the owner is so accommodating and..."

Brendan Ardagh

"Just love the vibe and openness of the place. Kitchen is open to thw restaurant and hides nothing from you! Food delicious. Cant wait to be in Cape..."

Pen

"Had lunch around noon and boy was it packed. Decided on the lamb pasta after seeing the freshly handmade pasta strands in the prep area of the..."

Aletha Jeftha

"Notwithstanding a busy lunch hour, the time between sitting down and ordering and the arrival of coffee and my order was one of the shortest I've..."

料理バカ

"Perfectly delicious food. The homemade pasta is to die for, and the carbonara sauce was prepared using real pancetta: quality ingredients, prepared..."

Estelle Roux

"Absolutely love this place! Breakfast was so delicious - everything is prepared fresh, and you can taste the quality as well as the love put into the..."

Chetna Black

"I love Breë street, and I love nothing more than visiting cute cafés on Breë street for brunch on Saturday mornings. I visited Smak quite a..."

Nabeelah Shaboodien

"Super super impressed with the produce and quality of food here! We had a mango juice as well as a apple, pineapple and mint juice(freshly squeezed),..."

Nicol Miller

"Utterly delightful coffee shop in the fabulous Bree street strip. And with chef Devin at the helm - it's great!Their breakfasts and lunches..."

JotterJo

"Excellent breakfast menu. Egg white omelette with bacon is like a large soufflé. Good coffee. Friendly staff and watching chefs in the kitchen is..."

Epikoros

"This place is amazing! Had the most delicious lunch here. The food was freshly prepared and the flavours were amazing! I ordered the lamb pasta which..."

Caitlin Hanck

"Really chilled, cosy place. Nice place to just pop in to get amazing dessert 🍮. Their dessert are really good! However, I didn't really enjoy the..."

Saabirah Hare

"What an awesome spot for an inner city work lunch! I love the light in the restaurant, and the decor is awesome. The food is..."

Nicole Vrede

"Love coming to smak for their breakfasts. The scrambled eggs are delicious and definitely my favourite. The service is always very good. Thank you to..."

Natalie Fauciglietti

"*people make a place* the waitress who served us showed so much love towards her customers 💜 it's exceptional to see someone so happy at their..."

Talia Lee Cohen

"If you’re a regular I Love Foodies reader, then you will probably remember my excitement about the recent Smak Deli launch. I promised then that I..."

I Love Foodies

"I attended the wine pairing dinner. The food was absolutely phenomenal. Most amazing flavours. Service was excellent and this certainly rates..."

David Chiat

"Finally got around to having lunch here. The burger was good but needed a bit more flavour. The Emmenthal cheese was a great addition though. Service..."

Ian Burrows

"Such a treat visiting Smak. The chef was very interactive, coming up to all the tables despite the place being full. My egg dish was very tasty and..."

Jessy

"Finally came to Smak after hearing about it for ages! Love the deli set up and the open kitchen, as well as the shelves of interesting treats all..."

Jessica Stromin

"Such a hidden gem ! The food and cheesecake is SO good. Perfect portions and the homemade pasta is so delicious and light. will definitely come back..."

Jessie Ann Doveton

"There are some good restaurants in the area, but the breakfast at Smak was something special. The coffee is great and the omelette I had would have..."

Jonathan Myerson

"Wanted to visit Smak for a while now. Popped in for a cuppa - so good and served in a VERY nice mug👌🏻 loved the vibe, the 'deli' part of the..."

Tiffany Heeger

"This spot had changed hands so many times but it seems the new owner is onto something with Smak. The coffee is amazing! I will definitely be..."

Bonnie Stuchbury

"Smak is a decent good place for breakfast and variety of options to choose from. The setting is good & modern and the food variety is generally very..."

Mohit Sureka

"If you’re a regular I Love Foodies reader, then you will probably remember my excitement about the recent Smak Deli launch. I promised then that I..."

I Love Foodies

"And another new place within a 5 minute walk from my office. So once again I just had to try it.What wonderful service, brightened up my..."

Trevor Pols

"Hey hey! The new kid on the block is delightful. I've eaten here twice now and the food is stunning. I had a seared tuna salad - beautifully..."

Lisa Botha Gibbon

"Lip smaking goodness! See what I did there? Stylish deli and so much more. You can order a full meal on menu or build your own deli delight by..."

Phillip Black

"This place is such a delight, had the most amazing breakfast!!! Had the chance to meet the owners/chefs and you can truly see they love what they do...."

Sarita Kerber

"Very clean looking concept. It's everything I love to see in a lunch-time venue. Food is well prepared and tasty. When I see freshly made..."

Allan Moita

"I was down in Cape Town for the weekend with a friend and on a beautiful Saturday morning we decided to go try Smak restaurant and delicatessen. All..."

Nastassia

"We ventured to Smak the other morning for an early lunch and had the most wonderful experience👍🏻 The Restraunt itself is done up very well and..."

Nic Hern

"Such an awesome new coffee and delicatessen joint on lower Bree street! Coffee imported from Italy. It is absolutely divine! I haven't tried the food..."

Harrietdv

"I found this little whole strolling down the road on a really hot day in Cape Town. I tried the Almond tart and the Choc mousse sponge cake as well..."

Fareed Hare

"A lovely little gem in Bree. If you work nearby it's a fantastic breakfast spot. Fast and fantastic..."

Junaid Rahim

"It’s the second time I’ve been here and it’s good to see that they have still maintained the good high standard I experienced before. A warm..."

Jimmy Nicolaou

"World class cooking and great service at very reasonable..."

Jayson Jedi

"Ok coffee and smoothie. I thought it would be a place for working but it didn't really feel like that. I was the only one working in the café. Will..."

Jonas Larsson

"Dropped in for a quick cappuccino, which came quickly. Great service and lovely biscuit included - all just for..."

Sean Clancy

"We've been on the road for 3 weeks in Egypt and South Africa. By far the best breakfast we've had since leaving home. Friendly and efficient service,..."

Edmond Gagnon

"I'm a regular, and find myself coming here over other places because of the quality of the food (and the best coffee), but most importantly how..."

Tessel Pool

"There are not many places that make fresh pasta. For that alone they deserve 6 stars. The venue is pleasant and staff helpful. Menu is also..."

Nicholas Mead

"A neat new restaurant on Bree Street. Their pasta is freshly made and delicious, and their chicken with a couscous salad is refreshing. There seemed..."

Gerrit Vermeulen

"Lived in Cape Town since birth, this is the best day-time restaurant in town. Exceptionally well run, with flexibility in offering while remaining..."

Brendan Ardagh

"Staff are extremely friendly and offer fantastic service, food doesn't take too long to arrive, uncapped wifi works well. Breakfast menu has good..."

Azraa Akherwaray

"Another gem in the Mother City of Cape Town. Delicious food, great service. Not cheap but worth it. The cheesecake is the best ever to be found in..."

Gabby De Wet

"Great new addition to the Bree St food offering. Open for breakfast and lunch, SMAK caters for those who wish sit and enjoy a meal as well as those..."

Dax Villanueva

"This is one restaurant I am happy to return to again and again. They have a consistently good menu with great service and even better coffee. I am..."

Sabrina Forbes

"I have been goig to Smak regularly for a couple of years now. There is a good reason for that. The food has never been anything other than amazing,..."

James Charton

"Fantastic breakfast and lunch menu! The food and service is excellent. One of our favorite spots since finding this..."

D M

"Just what I was expecting and everything was fresh. Could not ask better..."

frank b.

"Amazing food, great value for the quality and the staff are amazingly friendly. One of my favourites in the CBD. Make sure to try the Salted Caramel..."

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