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Tomo Japanese Restaurant
91/100 (445 ratings)
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Beef Tongue Robata
Vegetable Ramen Ring
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Teriyaki Chicken
Tempura Oysters
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"We had such an excellent time at the restaurant last night! It had such an unpretentious atmosphere due to its staff who are so inviting and just..."
Jill Ryan
"Oh my word TOMO is a gem!!! Not only is the food of top quality but the ambiance and decor is amazing and the staff, chef, owner compliment it even..."
Anneline Knight
"Had lunch with my mom there today- all the dumplings are amazing and the chicken leg with ginger is outstanding. The staff and owner are so warm and..."
Courteney Krauss
"Had such a fab night at Tomo! Lovely space & staff & most amazing food. The owner took special time to take my daughter aside and explain and show..."
Magdel van der Walt
"It's hard work to get food fresh and tasty and the mood of a dinner right. TOMO does everything perfect, down to the slightest details! The Chinese..."
Tian Chen
"Very ambient atmosphere. The chef himself assisted me in ordering. Always order the Black Sesame Ice Cream as dessert - there is nothing else like..."
Johann Lƶtter
"Delicious, authentic Japanese dining with fantastic..."
Kelsey Niehaus
"AMAZING FOOD!!!!!!!!!! Thank..."
Jenny Swienty
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Giuseppe Russo
"The restaurant itself is beautiful and the food and service are incredible. Theyā€™re usually quiet around lunchtime during the week so itā€™s an..."
Faye Rahl-Botha
"Before I proceed, THEY HAVE A 20% OFF ALL SUSHI THIS BLACK FRIDAY 24.11.23. This is not a sponsored post. :) This restaurant deserves so much more..."
NB Cycles
"The food was delicious, the wine list was good (has variety) and the service was very attentive. The restaurant is quite dark in the evening and we..."
Kenossie vZ
"Best Japanese restaurant in Cape Town. Flavourful food. With enough variety for those with adventurous palates. The Robata (BBQ) was robust in..."
Rudi Wicomb
"A little hidden gem I'd say in Cape Town, when it comes to truly authentic Japanese cuisine. The food was outstanding and the quality of the sushi is..."
Ianette H
"Pleasantly surprised at how tasty everything was. All the dishes I've tried so far have been amazing. The service is always great. The vibe is great..."
Phillip Huang
"Very happy to find this gem! Ordered a bento box - the sushi was fresh and pricing was very reasonable. Service was also very attentive. Will be..."
Mavis Le Roux
"Such a great value authentic Japanese experience for Cape Town Have to say though we came in on a weekday evening at 8pm and after 9pm definitely..."
Jonathan Muir
"Great restaurant, food is amazing and the wait staff are super friendly and attentive. I think one point that needs to be addressed is the decor,..."
Keith M
"A wonderful spot for an intimate date night, or a group night out for dinner. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Lovely and kind..."
Robyn Murray
Kyoto Garden Sushi
82/100 (1220 ratings)
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"Oh my gosh! Kyoto is most definitely worth visiting!! A true experience! Service is world class.....and the recommendations on pointļæ½. Food is..."
Bev Phillips Robertson
"If youā€™re looking for a go-to sushi restaurant or just an escape from whatever it is that ails you, try Kyoto Gardens Sushi. The service is top..."
Thea Beckman
"Kyoto Garden Sushi is a gem and a must go when visiting Cape Town. Japanese food at it's best. And don't forget! Try the in house Yamazaki single..."
Ole Kyed
"We had the most incredible evening at Kyoto Garden Sushi. The food was amazing and the service even better. What a fantastic selection of..."
Sarietha Engelbrecht
"Awesome experience. Loved the ambience. Waiter knew the menu well and manager's attention to detail was on point. Can't wait to go..."
Fairooz Gasant Davids
"Definitely try what the chef and waiters recommend. Cranberry Sake makes a great after dinner..."
Jonathan Alex Thompson
"Awesome cullinary experience. I recommend it to everyone who enjoys Sushi. The service was..."
Sonja Pocock
"This restaurant inspired our honeymoon to Japan! While in Japan we ate various foods. Kyoto garden is the real deal. Authentic Japanese..."
Paula Vrdoljak
"Great food and service. You wonā€™t be..."
Fraser Picard
"Most awesome Culinary experience ever! The food was out of this world. The host was so knowledgeable and a great part of the..."
Michael Peinke
"The quality of the sushi here a phenomenal. However, the portions are quite small for the price. I really enjoyed my small chefā€™s selection, but I..."
Sarah Herrington
"Awesome food experience at this Japanese restaurant. Started with the Alaskan crab salad, Wagu beef slices, followed with theChefā€™s sushi platter..."
Suraj Singh
"I love this place. Donā€™t come here nearly enough though as it would simply burn large holes in my pocket. But itā€™s so worth it! Stopped..."
Aletha Jeftha
"We had an incredible evening at Kyoto Garden Sushi. The restaurants atmosphere is so serene that it feels as if you are completely isolated from the..."
Chris Wray
"Authentic Japanese- loved the fact that it had no take-away optionšŸ‘šŸ»Had a sort of tranquil Oriental feel to itService was excellent..."
Trevor
"One of my pet peeves is a place marketing itself as something it isn't. I came here expecting more than what I got - due to excellent marketing. It..."
Nqobile Msibi
"Superb authentic Japanese place . Intimate setting. Clean and quaint. Loved it here We ordered based on the host recommendation. Citrus..."
Zakiyya Cassimjee
"Loved my experience at Kyoto. We had the winter special that was totally worth it. The steamed fish with special rice was perfectly cooked and so..."
Nicole Chapman
"Beautiful , crisp , clean and tasty as hell!! Travelled for 4 years and one of my top Japanese teats to this day .. This is a real treat you feel..."
Chelyn De Graaf
"One of the greatest experiences I have ever had!!!First compliments to the most superb quality of seafood! Such a small difference, but..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Wowie, what a place. I literally don't know where to start. It was our first time at Kyoto last night and we were absolutely blown away. By..."
Claire Victoria Henderson
"I visited KGS a few weeks ago and had a great time. The atmosphere in the restaurant was great and I loved the soft lighting. The owner served us and..."
Sjani
"Last night my husband took me for my first Japanese food experience for my birthday. We live up the road from Kyoto and we always walk past this cosy..."
Jade Nichole Johnson
"Beautiful, authentic ambience and a superb choice of delicious sushi and Asian inspired food. Four of us had dinner there recently and we all had an..."
Shuli Veitch
"So after months (or years) of wanting to go here, my fiancƩ and I finally decided to try out their Winter Menu special. The food was amazing, for..."
Lauren Jaclyn Goldman
"This place is amazing!! The food is great, the atmosphere is great. They are kind. The sushi is to die for. Will definitely go back soon!! Thanks so..."
Gerdia
"Love love love! Kyoto is a quiet and serene space with attentive staff and delicious food. They have an extensive drinks menu with a variety of..."
Mikaela
"Kyoto is one of those places you go for an authentic and unique dining experience. I wouldn't go for fun necessarily. We tried the winter special..."
Bree Street Brent
"Brilliantly prepared, wonderful variety in their menu and the imported beers and whiskey are a real treat. Great spot for an intimate dinner. Highly..."
TerryCPT
"The drink names are a little unfortunate; they start off okay, with things like Bonsai, and Bamboo, both of which taste great, but then their..."
Ben Rhys
"I feel like this place is more fine dining rather than casual. We arrived without reservations and was seated right away. Our service was..."
Melissa
"Delicate and subtle flavours. For starters try the salmon and tuna sashimi, Ecstasy is a must, wagyu beef and a soup called The Sea. For the mains go..."
Rahman.mir.aziz
"Amazing sushi. Probably the best and freshest that that I have ever had in Cape Town. Small and intimate place. Good for a special occasion with your..."
Trevor Swart
"Had a great night out with friends from Jhb, arrive early and last to leave. Our first visit after a recommendation, and it didn't disappoint...."
Andrew Campbell
"I was fortunate enough to finally experience Kyoto Garden Sushi. It has been on my to-do list for a while, and I was not disappointed. I..."
Jonathan Szoke
"Authentic sushi so you must expect to pay but I do say is worth it šŸ£ They also have green tea ice cream but it isn't served with condense milk......"
Celeste Tsang
"Delicious and authentic. We loved our first time there and went back for more. Unlike any other sushi you'll come across in the city. Real wasabi..."
Mike Varney
"Today and tomorrow are probably the last days you get to take advantage of Kyoto's R170 three course winter special including a glass of wine. I..."
Natasha Silva
"Amazing. We had Will as our waiter. He expertly guided us through the menu. Outstanding service. Superb food. All round amazing dining experience...."
Nikki Lincoln
"What a fantastic place for something different! If you're not sure which delectable dish to try, I'd definitely recommend trying the winter special!..."
Bronwyn Coltman
"Went for the winter special. R170 for a three course meal. I Highly recommend the scallops starter and kingklip on rice mains. The sushi is also..."
Where-oh-where
"The sushi is amazing but it doesn't end here. As mentioned in other reviews it is Japanese fine dining. For those that aren't convinced, I would..."
Nadia Singh
"There is a nice selection of various kinds of beer at kyoto and they pair quite nicely with their sushi. My personal favourite is the Kyoto Alt beer..."
Wayne Reid
"Expensive, but worth it.The meal was dynamic, distinctly Japanese.For those looking for an authentic Japanese experience I highly recommend..."
Roy Mathieu Borole
"We dined at Kyoto Garden Sushi last night after hearing rave reviews. For some reason we thought it was in a different location so I was quite..."
Michelle Parkin
"I absolutely love Kyoto Sushi Garden! There food is fresh, imaginative and exciting. The service is impeccable and their waiters are well informed on..."
Toomuchloveliness
"This is one of the best Asian restaurants in Cape Town, in the league of Haiku and Nobu. Ideal for those looking for an authentic Japanese..."
Chiara Louis
"Stumbled across this restaurant by chance straight from the bokeh fashion film festival. Hungry as hell. Didn't realize such a spontaneous choice..."
La Munch
"I cannot believe that Kyoto sushi garden had been going for 8 years strong and only now gets recognised. What a gem.The food is amazing,..."
Markus Fiedler
"My girlfriend and I ate here a few weeks ago. Wanted to go to Hallelujah but as luck would have it we couldn't get a seat so ended up next door at..."
Daniel Buys
"What a hidden gem! Had an incredible valentines day dinner at this beautiful delicious restaurant! This was literally the best Japanese meal we've..."
Rudy
"My cousin had informed me that we were going to have the best sushi in South Africa and I was, as always, sceptical. The first thing I noticed..."
David Greenway
"To be clear from the start - despite their name - this is not a sushi restaurant. This is Japenese fine dining at its most delicious and refined. Not..."
Candice Bresler
Downtown Ramen
81/100 (1520 ratings)
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"As a lover for any kind of Asian cuisine, I was super excited to try ramen! Loved the restaurants vibe and atmosphere. I ordered the chicken ramen..."
Cheryl Coetzee
"I loved it here. It has a very authentic Japanese vibe. We tried the crispy chicken boa which was fluffy and very tasty. We had the Shoyu ramen and I..."
Nicola Hartzer
"Best ramen in..."
Kirsten Dyason
"As a self-professed lover of Asian food - this is possibly the most delicious ramen I've ever eaten in South Africa.Ā The plum saki, the ramen and..."
Alexi
"Heard about this hidden gem from my sister. Was in the CBD and decided to try it out. The staff was friendly from the moment we entered the place. We..."
Tarryncup
"Had a great time here. The food was really good, especially the chicken bao. Very chill atmosphere and we had an awesome waiter. The..."
Liza
"This is in my top 5 favourite restaurants. I don't live in the Cape anymore but everytime I come down I have to come back here or else the trip..."
Darian Stassen
"This is probably my favourite restaurant in town. Hidden in the heart of Cape Town is this magical wonderland that serves the most delicious bowls of..."
Scheritha Friedrichs
"Still besotted with this location. I rage when I can't make the time to eat at the only Ramen restaurant in the country that fits the bill of..."
Alexander Leppert
"Nice presentation, great taste, could've been just a little bit warmer but all in all great experience. Definitely one of the tastiest ramens we've..."
Matt Fowkes
"The place was nice, the Ramen was better than other places I've been to and the staff was really good.The lack of drink selection is easily..."
Garon Sedres
"Had my eye on this place for a while and I finally decided to check it out. It's upstairs from Lefty's so you need to enter Lefty's to get to the..."
Zohra
"Second time at Downtown Ramen, first time i had the chicken coconut tofu without the tofu, and tonight decided to try the Shoyu- braised pork. It was..."
Robyn
"The brinjal and tofu bao was delicious and very filling. I found the vegetarian ramen (Kimiko) to be quite bland and the tofu in it had no flavor at..."
Stephanie Proctor
"Went to Downtown Ramen last night for my cousin's birthday. Was our second time there and everyone looked forward to the ramen. The waitered..."
Georgina Le Roux
"This is the only place to get Ramen in Cape Town. It has been a regular celebration location and spontaneous stop off from the moment we caught wind..."
Alphabet Soup
"Really loved the Chasu ramen, but did not enjoy miso ramen. The noodles were amazing but not for takeaway as it gets soggy real quick. Would..."
Jen
"Initially, I wasn't too chuffed with the place because in order to get to it, you have to go through a bar/pub called Lefty's. Despite the..."
Yemurai Muchenje
"I've been eyeing this place for a while now. I was a bit disappointed as the menu prices are wrong on Zomato šŸ™Nonetheless, we stayed..."
SquatForPancakes
"Moreish bao! Simple menu so everything is cooked fresh . Corkage is R55Rustic authentic ambiance no frills just food. Ramen is the only noodle..."
Shumi Kupara
"Biggest bowl of ramen I had in my life. Super delicious.Was a bit crowded so some people might find that a bit overwhelming, went there when it..."
Ashleigh G
"My first ramen experience and my boyfriend's best experience so far - and he is a ramen fanatic. Great to try my first bao too and I loved the..."
Georgie Elliott
"Had my birthday dinner here, wanted a relaxed evening with my peeps, & wanted something I hadnt tried before, which is exactly what they delivered...."
Melissa Theunissen
"Small menu, all fantastic. Ramen Bowls are huge so save room for the meat bao. Both the short rib and buttermilk chicken options are..."
Ravi Govender
"One of my new favourite spots! The ramen is flavoursome and the portions are generous. There are also gluten-free "noodle" options which can be..."
Nikki Louw
"A lovely restaurant situated above Lefty's with great ambiance and service. This was our first time trying Ramen and the Shoyu with a light broth and..."
Nonhlanhla-Noni Lunga
"Decided to give this place a second shot after our first trip was cut short and we had to leave with takeaways. The takeaways were a bad idea because..."
Nqobile Msibi
"I blame my ramen addiction on this place! It is delicious and nourishing. The menu is simple, not too many options but they do cater for everyone...."
Raine Tauber
"Informal setting .. Noisy environment...BUT MY GOODNESS such delicious shoyu ramen with pork belly and spring onion...this massive bowl arrives at..."
Nicol Miller
"It's tiny but perfect for a midweek dive. However the food doesn't quite match the warm, homely ambiance. Portions are massive but the food itself..."
Andy Walker
"The ramen here is so good! Visited Cape Town twice and both time I visited this restaurant. The quality hasn't changed, food comes quick, hot and..."
Diana Mak
"One of the first things I heard about when I met my boyfriend was how I had to go to Downtown Ramen whenever I went down to Cape Town with him...."
Eleni
"Definitely worth a try! The smoked aubergine is yummy! I couldn't taste its smokiness, but the pancake it was sitting on was so soft and spongy! The..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"Best ramen EVER.Very small spot with a limited menu that includes about 3 ramen options and 2 bao options. But you really don't need more than..."
Jacqueline Koch
"Downtown Ramen can easily be described, in my opinion, as having the best ramen in South Africa. I come to this conclusion after venturing into many..."
Brittany Wallace
"Hands down the best Ramen resturant in South African, and most likely outside of Japan. The Ramen recipes are authentic and the noodles are homemade...."
Jimmy Campbell
"Great Ramen spot.Ā Venue:Ā I really love the feel of this place. Ā Tucked away above a bar it has wooden seating spaced over two rooms..."
Gerald Walus
"Delicious food, drinks are a little pricey and options are limited considering they are located above a bar. Make sure you book a table or arrive..."
Love Me Some Food
"Have been dying to try this place for ages! So it was the choice for date night this time around, and I really enjoyed it. Excited to see in person..."
Andrea
"Low lighting. Minimal choice. Excellent broth, good ramen. Sake and dry beers. What more do you want? If this was a Tinder profile, I'd have 'super..."
Esti Strydom
"Mine and my boyfriend's favourite date spot by far! After about 8 times, we've never been disappointed with the quality of food or the service! We..."
Gabriella Jardine
"So this place was an interesting find. My boyfriend has wanted to try ramen since he saw it on anime, and I surprised him with a trip. He loved it...."
CharnƩ
"Downtown Ramen is a hard place to find. Given that, that it is only open after 5pm, and that it is still in business, they must be doing something..."
Fraser Hewson
"This place is amazing. The atmosphere is so nice and the food was incredible. Just what you need if your really hungry or if it's cold. The..."
Sara B. Fraga
"Without a doubt one of my favourite new discoveries in the city. This hidden away gem is filled with character and the food is so unbelievably..."
Kelly Rae Gifford
"We made the impulsive decision to visit Downtown Ramen on a Saturday night, and we're certainly not disappointed. They were able to sit the two of us..."
Nick Bizos
"When the wind gets cold and that winter bite is in the air, nothing will bring the warmth back to your bones like the Shoyu Pork Belly at this inner..."
Melanie Du Toit
"Downtown Ramen's setting is cosy, staff is friendly and prices won't break the bank. The food is comforting and flavourful and their shoyu with..."
Tecla Ciolfi
"You won't get ramen like this anywhere else in Cape Town (unless you know my wife). The venue is quite tiny and has a share-style seating..."
Siege
"Exciting Asian fusion in a quaint upstairs setting which I love. Bao buns are delicious! Getting drunk with mates downstairs and popping -in upstairs..."
Kieran Hilmar Cairncross
"After hearing friends talk about amazing Ramen in town we had to go and experience what all the fuss was about. It was a food experience for sure!..."
Fi Fitzpatrick
"With only a few Ramen places is cape town I must say this the only genuine place to enjoy some good Ramen. Fairly priced at R85-R95 for your mains..."
Andreas Botha
"Downtown Ramen is one of those places that the mere mention of the name makes me drool with craving. I'm a great fan of the pork belly ramen, which..."
Meg Ringdal
"I have been here a few times, keep coming back for the unbelievable pork belly ramen. There is nowhere else in South Africa to eat ramen other..."
Ruda Herselman
"Awesome dinner experience. Had the pork ramen. Intense and flavourful broth, very well prepared. "Melt in your mouth" cuts of pork meat. Will..."
Ben Kilian
"Pork belly ramen is very delicious - and big enough portion size for leftovers for lunch the next day. Very small drinks menu/limited options. ..."
Jess Gamble
"This was on our bucket list for the holidays and oh boy was this worth it!! Best authentic ramen in town. We'll we back for sure. See you soon...."
Deidre Hayward
"Downtown Ramen is a very cool little restaurant. Service was fantastic and we all had the pork belly ramen, which seemed like a mistake as the..."
Hugo Martin
"Does not look like much , but boy how looks are deceiving, Ive been wanting to try this place for months, our dinner group is a bit fussy to say the..."
Louis Davids
"Above the trendy Lefty's - small, quaint and rather busy establishment.Small menu but everything on the menu is very well paired in..."
Lauren Arendse
"We opted to have one of each of the bao. My favourite of the three was the amazing smoked aubergine and teriyaki tofu with spicy pickles! The..."
Toomuchloveliness
"A hidden gem - you'll only find it if someone sends you there. We had the restaurant to ourselves and we're treated to incredible, attentive service..."
Meg Maccallum
"I stumbled upon this hidden gem while looking for some good Korean food. After living and travelling in Asia, this place has the most authentic bowl..."
Nastassja Toll
"This hidden gem is a must try with your best friend or a bunch of mates.Ā The service is delightful and the broths are a treat. You don't get..."
Theodora Lee
"The beef bao and pork belly shayu noodles are so tasty. The place gets really crowded very quickly so I suggest popping by early in the evening, have..."
Jarrod David Allies
"This hidden away gem above Lefty's is worth a visit - fragrant, genuine flavours, friendly staff and generous helpings, you leave feeling satisfied!..."
Gillian
"To get to Downtown Ramen you have to up the stairs that are inside Lefty's. It's a quaint place with limited seating but the food is delicious and..."
Kirsty Donald
"Got there early to grab some supper before a show and Downtown Ramen really lived up to my expectations - great service (friendly and quick) and..."
Robyn Anderson
"Nice and different. Staff is friendly and service is quick. The pork belly bao is delicious. The ramen presentation is superb and tasty. If you need..."
Lauren Lesley Bubb
"I've waited a while to try Downtown Ramen, and a cold winters evening seemed like the perfect time. We were not disappointed! We arrived just before..."
Jaclyn Woods
"First time here, managed to get a spot! Very cosy little setup. Couple of long tables and benches, so depending on the size of your party, you'll..."
Reshmi Muringathuparambil
"So interesting to read the different reviews on Downtown Ramen. I find their ramen incredibly tasty and delicious. So much flavor in their broths...."
Ruschka
"I love this place. I don't gave photos cos j ate it all too fast. Come here and eat. Trust me. Shoyu Ramen ftw you will never look back. Sank you...."
Ricki Allemann
"Popped into this little watery for dinner tonight and enjoyed the vibe - tables constantly turning - and the food was top notch. Two minor gripes..."
Michelle Parkin
"Cape Town's own little Japanese restaurant serving broth+noodle based ramen and bao with steamed buns is a great place to hang out. Its a small..."
Rushmoreless
"The food was delicious and definitely did not dissappoint, our waitress was wonderful, so happy and cheerful! Will definitely be coming back!..."
Robynn Paton
"I've been on a search of a ramen place for a while. So I super excited when I heard about this Ramen place because finding ramen, or good ramen in..."
Donna Chiang
"A lovely hidden gem in the heart of Cape Town city. I love that they have Gluten Free noodles, they donā€™t advertise it but if you ask, itā€™s on..."
Michael Cost
"If I could give it 6 stars, I would. The most delicious food Iā€™ve had in a while. We had the dumplings, the chicken bao and the chicken ramen and..."
Katy Hallauer
"On a quiet Tuesday we decided to head to Town to get some ramen. When we got there the head count was low and the orders came out quick. Few laughs..."
Ju-Andre Goosen
"My first time having Ramen and this place did not disappoint! I had the pork Ramen and the Korean chickeun bao bun. The flavors were fantastic...."
selecia govender
"We visited Downtown Ramen during loadshedding for the first time but what a vibe. We order dumplings to start and some Ramen for the mains. I like..."
Cara Nicholson
"Must go to if youā€™re in the neighborhood! Very delicious noodle soup. And the homemade noodles are..."
Fien van Bergen
"Definitely the most authentic ramen in Cape Town. I can highly recommend the shoyu ramen and katsu chicken..."
Divashen Govender
"One of the best places to get Ramen in Cape Town. Their steamed and fried dumplings are also amazing. Food is just..."
Talitha Kannemeyer
"This is like a hole in the wall kind of place. Super cute with great food! Little disappointed they didn't have much in the dessert portions. But the..."
Tecgun McOwen
"Ramen was really good and flavourful. The full portion size is really big. We were told the beef was still being prepared for dinner, so if you want..."
Yeshodh Mahabeer
"Incredible vegan ramen šŸœ but do ask for it to be vegan then theyā€™ll remove the egg šŸ³ from the vegetarian option šŸ‘ Must taste! Broth is off..."
Brendon Wainwright
"Absolutely loved the place. Was skeptical after reading some of the negative reviews but can definitely say the place is worth going to. Portions..."
Stephen Leibbrandt
"Authentic ramen spot. Lots of parking. Homemade broth and noodles. I highly recommend Downtown Ramen. Skip the queues, take a drive and enjoy a great..."
Kobie Hyman
"Amazing experience. Been hete like times over the past year and a half. Great service, food and..."
Filthy Casual Gamer Girl
"Excellent food! Excellent service! We had the pork and the chicken dumplings to start off with which was delicious šŸ˜ I had the Shoyu pork Ramen..."
Lize-Mari Lubbe
"Had lunch with my daughter, what a lovely experience enjoying the fabulously prepared food, great company, the waiter was excellent with his service...."
margie wilmot
"I usually go here to take myself on a date, but went with my GF for the first time and she loved it. As a connoisseur of Asian cuisine she really..."
Kundai Murapa
Obi
78/100 (1844 ratings)
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Fried Salmon Skins
Bento (Lunch Box)
Mixed Tempura
Hot Salmon Sushi
Ramen
Futomaki
Fish
Shoyu Ramen
Sushi
Asian
Japanese
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Since it's my birthday weekend trip and on this birthday day, its traditional for us Chinese to consume noodles as it signifies longevity. Ā I..."
Simon Lee
"One of the best sushi place in town. Good quality fish and the food is done in the authentic Japanese way. The lunchtime bento box is a good..."
Leah
"Really great authentic Japanese restaurant Small and cosy, the service was superWe ordered Tempura prawns, salmon skins and goyza leek dim..."
Trevor
"I am a hardcore ramen nerd. You can trust this judgement. I have scoured Cape Town for the best ramen available and as of writing this, OBI is my..."
Alicen Munn
"In the world of OBI the waitresses wear the shortest skirts and the reddest lips. Against the walls are framed kimonos and the low-hanging lights are..."
Helbor
"A lovely lunch with top notch service. Reasonably priced. DEFINITELY worth popping in, the food is awesome. Refreshing to spend time in an inner city..."
Ross A'Bear
"Intimate place with an attentive owner (Papa San). The tempura udon was a bit too sweet for my taste. Great choice of quality sushi. Not at all you..."
Llew Adamson
"Had a delicious vegetarian dinner here. We tried edamame beans and agedashi tofu to start. Edamame tastes pretty much the same everywhere else, but..."
Onodia
"This was the second time my husband and I have been to OBI and the food was delicious both times - and generous portions, especially considering we..."
Lauren Jaclyn Goldman
"Amazing service and food! I really have nothing bad to say about this place. Cosy place that's not pretentious. Papa San is also friendly and seems..."
Preyen Moodley
"My new favourite sushi restaurant! I was so impressed by this place. Our waitress was friendly and happy to give recommendations. The sushi is some..."
Sarah Herrington
"When you read all the reviews of this restaurant you will see mostly ratings of 4 and 5 but I was astounded to see a few (very few) below 3! Clearly..."
Derek Miller
"The setting is genuine and appreciated, with some cool Japanese music always on the go. There were 2 waitresses on shift and both were experienced..."
Jaryd Kay
"I've never been here before but form what I have seen in videos I must say that this place creates a pretty authentic Japanese restaurant feel. I..."
Nqobile Msibi
"The best ramen in town! Service was great, the waitress was helpful with explaining the menu. The food came fast. We are definitely going back for..."
Crystal Yang
"Nom nom nom! I've been here twice now and can honestly say that this is one of the most authentic Japanese places in Cape Town, with a great menu. I..."
Aletha Jeftha
"OBI impressed me hugely. I can't actually find fault with anything!It's stylish and calm, you don't even feel like you're in the city but in a..."
Kezia Swanepoel
"Authentic, stylish sushi place, with great options for Vegans as well. Love it that the ginger isn't lumo pink, and the wasabi isn't stodgy, dried..."
Savanna Clarke
"Cannot recommend Obi enough. The personal service from the chef was just the cherry on top! We loved every meal we ordered which was perfectly..."
Dayne Davey
"We went to OBI for their bento box lunch special and YUM. The sushi is fresh, tempura veggies a mouthwatering treat and the miso soup one of the best..."
Louise Loula Malan
"The food was amazing and the owner paid such close attention to us! Recommend the tempura and sushi platter and matcha ice cream!! Such care was..."
Emma Oelschig
"After reading the Eat Out review, we experienced exactly what we expected.The pleasant authentic Japanese background music and rustic..."
Asher Weinsein
"I always wanted to try a good Ramen, and after recommendation from a fellow foodie I gave OBI a try. From the the moment I walked into this..."
Herman Agenbag
"Hands down the best sushi in Cape Town. I went when they opened and since then they increased the quality and the offering of food. The staff is also..."
Pusm
"The food is consistently excellent everytime I've been - both authentic and modern sushi dishes are on offer, with some of the best quality fish in..."
Joel Da Costa
"Some of the best sushi around! There are so many options to choose from and each one sounds better than the next.The sushi is super fresh..."
Mikaela
"This article first appeared in House & Leisure Online and is entitled ā€œGetting Our Umami On at Obi Restaurant & Bar".Ā Here Iā€™ve adapted my..."
Georgia East
"Delicious gourmet sushi with great vegetarian options. Tried the shoyu ramen which is only served at lunch time but it was absolutely delicious! The..."
Daisy Kane
"A very good restaurant in Cape Town. Perfect for sharing - the seared tuna sandwich and salmon skin roll were highlights. If you can't get a booking..."
Susan Searle
"I have mixed feelings about Obi - the sushi really is super fresh, but the 2 we ordered had wasabi in them (not stated on the menu) I don't like..."
Nicole Vrede
"I hope this doesn't make any of the tourist lists, because this is the best place to grab amaaaaazing sushi! Papa San and team are geniuses. It's..."
Angelique Smit
"Very impressed with OBI. This has been a bookmark for way too long, so I'm glad I finally got to go. Great sushi, freshly made. Warning, if you want..."
Phillip Black
"The food here is phenomenal! Really delicious sushi and great portion sizes. They serve toro, which I have not seen on another sushi menu yet in CT...."
Chetna Black
"The last time we tried to get a table, we were unsuccessful, so were pretty happy when we finally managed to get a place to try their infamous sushi...."
Nicol Miller
"Decor : Standard little restaurant with a couple of Kimono on the walls, along with some random paintings.Service : Professional and..."
Daoyi
"Terrific evening spent with friends at CT's hot new sushi spot. We went with a selection of recommended dishes to share amoung the table.. A lovely..."
Emma-Lilly
"Fresh food every time with papa San! Fish is fresh and unique flavours. The decor is simple for the authentic sushi taste. The service was pleasant..."
Ling
"Obi is situated in Long Street, Cape Town and the parking is metered street parking. The waitress was attentive, she was able to read her..."
Candice
"My taste buds went into mourning when they heard that Takumi had closed. Obi is however an even better replacement. Undoubtedly the best sushi in..."
J L
"To be greeted by Japanese elder is most astonishing - a true authentic restaurant with the most commendable dishes! The chilled spinach with sesame..."
Talia Lee Cohen
"5 out of 5 - great service, awesome sushi, and good vibes everytime I eat there. Prawn Tempura was amazing and also had the Crunch roll - which you..."
Cat Glennie
"So worth a try! I have been a few times, and had the most wonderful time with friends. The sushi is unbelievable! I'm completely obsessed with the..."
Camilla-Rose Copeman Smith
"New venue but food is still as good as ever!!! Sushi rolls/flavors are original and different. This food is exceptionally delicious. I..."
Kyla Meyerson
"Better than your everyday sushi bar.Fresh, delicious with a good mixture Ā strong flavours.good traditional sushi and tempura with some..."
Lauren Arendse
"A great little spot, right in the middle of town. Well know for quality sushi, a real following in Cape Town and it's easy to see why. All..."
Allan Moita
"It is good to have him back, the legendary character, you can see that PapaSan is more chilled and relaxed now.Food is good as always and..."
Hannah T3
"The lunchtime bento box special is an absolute bargain at R70. Great flavours too, from the veg tempura to the sushi and miso soup. Obi also feels..."
Bree Street Brent
"Papa San do not have a reputation for nothing. His new restaurant Obi does not disappoint and Papa San has once again given me a reason to come back..."
Corlia Du Preez
"Wow delicious sushi at Obi tonight! Everything was fresh and great, right down to the presentation. We ordered quite a bit tonight so we left feeling..."
Ulisha Moodley
"After months and months of threatening to do so, I FINALLY came here for dinner this evening. A meal at Obi truly is about the quality of the food..."
Melanie Du Toit
"I visited Obi on a Friday evening for a casual dinner. At first when trying to make a reservation, I was told they were fully booked. Shortly after..."
Guy Blackhurst
"High quality sushi and Japanese traditional meals, including ramen soup, various tempura.Better suited for a lunch, you do not come for the..."
Chevalier Noir
"If you're looking for authentic, tasty Japanese cuisine, Obi is definitely a place you need to check out. You even get the full Obi experience with..."
Kriyanka Naidoo
"Full marks to this bright new restaurant in Cape Town's city centre! I was super curious about Obi, the menu is amazing and it always looks very..."
Sumendra Chetty
"My mouth is watering just writing this review. Loved, loved, loved Obi Restaurant. Calvin Duffus and myself shared the following:- Kamikaze..."
Nicole O'Neill
"From the minute you arrive you feel that you are about to be served exquisite Japanese realness. Its going to be hard to eat sushi anywhere else. all..."
Mcebisi
"In the week, friends and I made a point of visiting the newly opened obi as Takumi was a much loved favourite. Decor wise, there is a big difference..."
Robyn Rainier
"Best sushi in town. The quality is great and there are many cool options to choose from. They even have several vegetarian options which I loved. I'm..."
CharnƩ
"As I walked through the doors i was immediately welcomed by Papa San himself, who made my friends and I feel very welcome. The menu is similar to the..."
Sam Miller
"The same menu and top quality sushi we've become accustomed to from Papa San in a cool new location. In fact, I lie, I think the sushi is even better..."
Catharina
"I went to this laid back restaurant with a friend on a lazy Friday evening, to see what the hype was surrounding this place. We were there during..."
Christine Diampovisa
"I use Uber Eats for convenience. Lefty is a real great option for burgers with fries. The food standards are really high, and I am always happy with..."
Austyn Cohen
"Service is rather slow but ribs and burgers are fantastic! I dare say that the ribs are probably the best I've had. Highly recommended..."
Mike Levithan
"Really cool vibe. Very nice staff. Food was OK. The ribs are awesome according to other..."
Bianca van der Walt
"Good stop for after work drinks and a bite to eat. A relaxed atmosphere and friendly laid back vibe can come in sit down have a draft and a quick..."
Jacqued Jacobs
"Great vibe .. enjoyed the old music classics and the food was amazing service was great to .. thank you for having me.. also had a Hyperli voucher..."
Jade Clarke
"Love lefties, its the best place to bring friends and have a good time. Always have specials and they have the best ribs in town. Smoking area..."
Ryan Meintjes
"My absolute favorite place! Have to try the ribs if you have the change. Don't know if I like the new amendments done to the place. But the food is..."
Liza van der Watt
"Love the ribs!!! Even though one time they took forever to be made and were under cooked but generally the ribs are great. Iā€™ve heard good things..."
Peleka Mgugudo
"A nice cozy place where the best ribs in the city can be found. Cheeseburgers and the Kentucky chicken waffle are awesome! Select craft beers on tap..."
Brendon Pearce
"We were walking around looking for a place to eat. Ended up walking down this street that was not lit. Seen this place and came in. My first thought..."
Rachael Belnavis
"Food is reliably very good. Pulled pork is standout but almost everything else is worth a try depending on what BBQ mood you are in. Good beer...."
Henry Camp
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