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Timbuktu Cafe
85
/100 (1245 ratings)
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"The food and service is amazing. I loved the eccentric vintage feel of the decor and shared platters. Definitely an experience worth trying...."
Tanweer
"Iāve only ever seen you-tubers trying platters like the one in the picture and have always been curious to try the cuisine. It was a first time for..."
Cheryl Coetzee
"I've been here several times over the past few years and I'm never disappointed. The staff are friendly, the setting is relaxed and inviting and the..."
Kin De Kock
"Honestly, the best Ethiopian place I've been to in both Cape Town and Joburg. The atmosphere is cosy (with an amazing music playlist), the service is..."
Vicky
"Iāve passed this spot a few times but never stopped for a meal. That changed and Iām glad I visited. This place can best be described as an..."
Chris Rafael
"Such lovely staff and their juices are to die for! My friend and I popped in here after a long day of shopping and it was such a joy to speak to the..."
Alex Short
"Let's get one thing straight: I have been visiting Timbuktu for nearly three years now (I think it switched ownership, or management within that..."
Zoƫ Fraser
"Such a wonderful evening with my family. Amazing service from the one and only Waiter on duty (shame!!! Poor guy) absolutely loved the food and the..."
Gemma Scholtz
"After years of walking past Timbuktu, I decided to try out this Obz gem with a close friend. Firstly, I was pleased to see some bits of Amharic at..."
Thabiso Beau
"Such a gem of a restaurant that few know about šSo authentic! You donāt even feel like youāre in a restaurant- you feel like..."
Emily Boolsen
"Decided to give Timbuktu a try after a Sunday morning hike, so glad we did the food was full of flavour and great for sharing, my partner and I had..."
Jessy Da Silva
"My new favourite chill spot. This place has a great ambiance and an authentic feeling. The food is crafted with love and the staff are great. They..."
Manna Storom
"I adore this place! One of Cape Towns hidden gems. The service, staff and ambience is just perfect. Timbuktu is very small and intimate. I love the..."
Nina Formanek
"Lovely spot in Lower Obs. Went on a sunny Saturday afternoon. The waiter was very kind, he offered to go purchase a bottle of wine for us at a store..."
D
"Quite possibly the best value for money meal in Observatory with the most wonderful setting and staff. An unmissable experience! All meals here are..."
Stefan Rautenbach
"I love this little place! Everything about Timbuktu Cafe is great - quirky vintage decor, wonderfully friendly service (hey, Philip Mon! - And sorry..."
Ami
"What a nice experience. Service was really good. Felt so welcome in the restaurant. And the ambiance is perfect. Will definitely go there again...."
Ulrich CronjƩ
"Absolutely amazing!!! I've been to some of the "best" restaurants in Cape Town but this extraordinary culinary experience puts them to shame! A..."
Mia Kruger
"Very cute little space in lower main in Obs.Nice layout, friendly staff and corkage is free which is always nice. Food is well priced and..."
Wez_Undercover
"After a long day at the beach and walking around Capetown, a few friends and I happened upon this restraunt excited to try something new. We were..."
Bizzy Palmer
"Always used to pass this place but last night decided we should go in. The atmosphere was breathtaking. I really wasn't expecting it. The food was..."
Apol
"Cute authentic Ethiopian restaurant in a beautiful spot in Observatory.The Foods layout is gorgeous, tasty and the portions are filling.You..."
Tafel Vir Twee
"This is one of my favourite restaurants in Obs. the service is always awesome and friendly, the atmosphere is so colourful. its basically a time warp..."
Miss Mollie
"Three of us popped into Timbuktu last night for an early dinner. Great relaxed atmosphere with good authentic Ethiopian fare. The Tibbs and Veggie..."
Kerryn Rehse
"I had an excellent meal here tonight. It's now my favourite Ethiopian restaurant. The food was delicious, which is good because the portions are big...."
Jonathan Bertscher
"Delicious, healthy, amazing atmosphere, lovely staff. They're ready to prepare vegan options of veg dishes if you ask your waitron. I wish more..."
Anna Selmeczi
"We came here for a birthday with 7 people for dinner and were welcomed into what is a unique, warm atmosphere. We sat outside in a cornered off..."
Hugo Martin
"One of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. BYOB for now, no corkage. Bring cash. Combine the veggie sampler and one of their meat dishes for a..."
Elise De Kock
"The first thing you need to know about Timbuktu is that (at the time of writing) it does not yet have a liquor licence. It says they serve alcohol,..."
Aparna Jayachandran
"Welcome to Obz Ethiopia! Great new place, same brilliant food as the Madam Taitou family. We had the veggie sampler. Great vegan options..."
Zani
"Still have vivid dreams about how good this place was half a decade later. Visited it almost weekly, never found another Ethiopian restaurant this..."
David Sebrechts
"Wonderful experience , the various and tasty delicious food prepared and served with ... Love ! I higly recommand the platters (big enough for 3/4..."
Anne Sebagh
"Certainly a very intriguing yet romantic place. The food was exotic and delicious. The Ethiopian pot coffee was divine. I would love to return to..."
Mr S Plumbly
"Worth the experience, would definitely do it again. A cultural experience best shared with friends. Try a meat tibs platter and veg sampler to..."
Damien Naidu
"Wow wow wow. We love this place. A real taste of ethiopia. Beautiful food, lovely atmosphere and friendly staff. Advice...change the music to more..."
Justin Banton
"The Timbuktu vibe is great.. Not only is it a quiet place with a great rustic feel to it, the hosts are amazing and very welcoming and make you feel..."
Niko Wezna
"It was me and my wife's first time eating Ethiopian food and we LOVED the experience and will definitely eat here..."
Oliver Gawe
"Beautiful restaurant with lovely garden. Veggie sampler and fresh juice were delicious. Service super..."
D M
"I had such a great date at Timbuktu CafƩ with my girlfriend. The atmosphere was incredible, the music was devine, the service was exceptional. We..."
Eugene van der Merwe
"Absolute delight! Great restaurant with delicious vegetarian and gluten-free options. The quaint decor and great service just add to the beauty of..."
Yesim Numan
"The decor is over-stuffed quirky pub, and in fact when the Ethiopian restaurant took over from the pub that was first here they didnāt change..."
ekes gonini
"Never had Ethiopian food before, but the waiter made an excellent recommendation and it was delicious. Looks very unassuming from the front, but once..."
Catherine Leng
"**Vegan review** I absolutely love this restaurant! The food is consistently delicious and affordable. We always take the vegan veggie samplerš..."
Lien Vanneste
"We had a lovely 'first' for Ethiopian food at Timbuktu. Surprised at the tangy taste of the injera but it mixed well with the rest of the meal...."
Kirsten Nel
"Food there is delicious, portions are good and prices are fair. The environment and the experience of eating with your hands makes it unique. The..."
Gabriela Eugenio
"I really Enjoyed my time here, I was warmly welcomed by Solomon, my first time partaking in Ethiopian cuisine was really good, the spices that they..."
Ryan Reyes
"Love the quant look of this place aside from the AWESOME Ethiopian food!..."
Charmaine Smith
Little Ethiopia
81
/100 (351 ratings)
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Dinner
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Lentil
Kitfo
Ceremonial Coffee
Ethiopian Coffee
Tej Honey Wine
Beyayinetu and Shiro
Meat platter
Njera and Tips
Chickpeas with Vegetables
Berth Soft Drinks
Sit down
African
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We loved the food. We had two appetizers and we shared a platter of meats and injera with all the trappings. Everything was amazing. Made me want to..."
Jessy Fraise
"This one is differently nice...the flavors are very similar to indian tastes but the making is a bit twisted which differentiate the Ethiopian cusine..."
Sangitika Rana
"Cute little hidden find with very friendly staff. The place is tiny! Probably fewer than 6 tables. Wanting something different for lunch,..."
Aletha Jeftha
"I don't care whether you are vegetarian or not, get the Beyeaynetu, especially if you are hungry. I eat notoriously large portions and I required..."
Colleen Kalimba
"Don't be fooled by the cozy, rustic decor, the authenticity is consistently evidenced in the food. The hostess is lovely and welcoming. If you are..."
Shumi Kupara
"My favorite restaurant all over Cape Town.Small, simple, basic service but good foodI love the fact that you can eat with your..."
Francis
"Not a five star place in terms of setting but the food is WOW! Authentic and delicious! I am a sucker for Ethiopian and this place does it right!..."
Nikita Cloete
"Delicious, and incredibly beautiful ambiance!I would have preferred if the food was a spicier, I was expecting a flavour explosion, but the food was..."
Morgan Lehy
"Wonderful Birthday experience at Little Ethiopia. Stepping into the little establishment made me feel like I was back in Ethiopia! Authentic decor..."
Chef Samantha Katz
"Good Ethiopian shop. Flavourful food and decor. Strong coffee and great teas. Recommend a Beyanatu when uncertain as the the menu. Overall great..."
Curtis Christoffels (Ras Gad)
"Amazing selection of vegatarian options. Just beware hot means really hot. If you not used to sharing not the place for u. It's a big roti type bread..."
Tesham Naicker
"This was my first experience with Ethiopian food and I really enjoyed it! The menu is a bit daunting because there is literally nothing on there that..."
Ryan Mulders
"What a hidden gem. This hole-in-the-wall spot is so tiny that you could miss it entirely, but once inside it's a fully-functioning restaurant with..."
Jenny Sarah Coulson
"This is a tiny, tiny restaurant, where you'll be served by the owner before she goes back to cooking. It's not fancy, so don't take your finicky..."
Ekes Gonini
"The best Ethiopian food! Family run and made with love. The flavour is beyond perfect! Small venue, be careful not to miss this gem. Deserves more..."
M.13
"This is a cozy little spot and I really enjoy the food. I had the platter for 2 and it was a great way to spend an afternoon. The chicken is really..."
Wez_Undercover
"I was desperate to try Ethiopian cuisine in Cape Town (one of my best friends is Ethiopian and raves about this restaurant) so I showed up at Little..."
Sumendra Chetty
"It's the best Ethiopian place in the CBD, with the score doubling to 10.0 because it's a hole-in-the-wall and one gets instant street cred for..."
Ben Rhys
"My friend wanted to try authentic African cuisine and I've heard only good things about this place. We decided to give it a try today. It's in..."
Emile Doubell
"My friend and I visited this little restaurant on Shortmarket street partly on a whim, mostly because we were hungry and we were in the area, but..."
Reshmi Muringathuparambil
"Compared to other Ethiopian restaurants in Cape Town, this place is really good value for money while not compromising on taste and quality of food...."
Christian
"The two women who served us were wonderful and the food was delicious! We ordered the shareable meat sample plate and one other dish between four..."
Zack Zubek
"Vert flavourful sauce (I had the doro wot). Slightly spicy sauce with a chicken leg and an egg. The bread was a little too much compared to the..."
Walk with Jonas
"Very tasty dishes. Kind staff that help us with all the doubts. Traditional deco of the restaurant. Traditional way to have a meal. Great..."
I L H
"What a pleasant surprise this little restaurant gave us. The service is great and the meals were wonderful. Can't hurt to give it a try. I suspect..."
Christopher Pena
"Best Ethiopian food Iāve had in Cape Town. The restaurant is very small but the value of the food is..."
Allie
"My favourite little hole in the wall. Truly a secret gem. I have been coming here since I was a little girl and it never fails to..."
Eleni Garoufalias
"Really great food, nice service and suitable for vegans. Great small diner - can..."
Jill Toensmann
"Recommend as an alternative to the more popular establishments in this area. Very cosy and laid back and the food was..."
Chris Campbell
"Not my first time tasting Ethiopian food but this time at Little Ethiopia is truly enjoyable, especially dining outside on the truly under the city..."
Jasmine van der Merwe
"We stumbled across possibly the smallest restaurant I've ever been in, The hostess was friendly and the atmosphere was genuinely great I loved that..."
Doron Geyer
"Came here for dinner during our visit to Cape Town. Was very low key. Great food and..."
Elizabeth Conley
"Very delicious and fresh foods. You sit on little stools around a table and share. Eating with you hands. Quite a fun experience. They also bring as..."
Nils van Wanderberts
"Fantastic food and great service. Has a cosy environment and convenient..."
Aaron Toran
"Cape Town is difficult for vegetarians, but places like this makes it easier ā Tasty food (someone complained about blandness, but they give you..."
Saga S
"If you're looking for a unique, delicious dining experience in a little and authentic Ethiopian restaurant, this is the place for you! Wouldn't..."
Maya Low
"Great place, food and service was amazing. The atmosphere is great especially on cold days. Definitely..."
Warric Ritchie
"Amazing food, we have tried several Ethiopian restaurants in cape town and this is our favorite. Highly..."
Stefan Hauenstein
"The service was wonderful. Tiny magical space. Completely different from Ethiopian food in..."
Wambui Kinyua
Madam Taitou
81
/100 (1315 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
African
Healthy
Ethiopian
African
Ethiopian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Veg Sampler Platter
Mota Chicken
Sweet Potato Desert
Shredded Chicken Breast
Njera - TIBS
Lamb
Tea
Vegetarian Platter
Meat platter
Kitfo
Lamb TIBS
Ethiopian Coffee
Salad
Beef
House Wine by the Glass
Beef TIBS
Veggie Sampler
Healthy
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Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
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Table Service
Dinner
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"Wow! What an incredible african experience. This is a must do if you in cape town. The whole thing felt authentic and you would never know busy Cape..."
Abigail Vigar
"Walking inside is already a unique experience, half curio shop half restaurant - because everything in is for sale! The service was a little bit slow..."
Yajna Gold
"Madam Taitou - Long StreetMadam Taitou serves Ethiopian cuisine. It's a gem, hidden in plain sight. Walking by you could easily mistake it..."
Foodgasm_za
"At first I was a little worried as it was a completely different dining experience and not like anything I'm used to, but the staff were so..."
Megtruter
"Loved the decor and the relaxing natural music. Had the Gore Gored and the sweet potato dessert. Both were delicious. Dessert..."
Chido
"I have walked past this establishment countless times assuming it was just a curio store. One day I was craving ethiopian food, but wanted to try..."
Aletha Jeftha
"I love Ethiopian food and MT smashed my craving out the door! The plus factor was definitely the ambience. Our host was friendly and helpful. Loved..."
Leeray Baartman
"The service was a little slow in the beginning, however, the waiter was working alone and serving the entire restaurant. Was initially a bit worried..."
Nikita Cloete
"My boyfriend and I booked a table for 8pm which unfortunately resulted in an accidental overbooking with clients who booked for 6pm. After realising..."
Este' Schoeman
"I always drive past this place thinking I have to go in! I finally took the opportunity to have an interesting Ethiopian experience. The..."
Aimee Smale
"Really interesting decor, and ambiance throughout- they even having forest sounds playing in the background. Their food is well-priced and quite..."
Loyiso Tando Balfour
"Went for the first time - what an experience! It's a must do in Cape Town. And the staff were really helpful with the menu. I would recommend getting..."
Kate
"It is a shop or a restaurant?! It have a beautiful traditional decoration. The food is really good. The only problem is: I felt dusty and the tables..."
MƔrcia Rocha
"An absolute delight, Madam Taitou comes recommended if you're looking for a down to earth, relaxed, friendly and tasty dining experience. Be prepared..."
Sally Pike
"Madam Taitou is the most interesting place. The walls and shelves are jam packed with Africa artifacts and curios. The waiters are so..."
Kyla Meyerson
"Amazing restaurant. The tree house decor is cozy and intimate. I love the privacy of each table makes for a great social experience. The meals was..."
Curtis Christoffels (Ras Gad)
"You can mistake it as curio shop. Great food. We tried Doro Wot & Key Wot with traditional Ethiopian bread Injera. Both were good & quantity is more..."
Chandan Gupta
"Very cool curio shop feel interior, love the decor and cosy atmosphere, it really is like you're in a tree house! We sat on couches upstairs, a nice..."
Andrea
"This is my favourite Ethiopian restaurant in Cape Town. The food is delicious and really well priced, and you can eat in a tree house! The atmosphere..."
Popsi
"I have been almost 4 or 5 times here, and I still loved this restaurant as much as my first time. The food is totally different, an amazing mix of..."
Miriam JimĆ©nez GarcĆa
"One of the best meals I've had at a restaurant in a while. The food is excellent and it has such a cosy and intimate vibe. Will definitely be back!..."
Justine McEvoy
"Delightful, unassuming, gem-of-a-place serving well-priced , authentic Ethiopian fare. Opted for the couch upstairs and shared the veg platter served..."
Glenn Muller
"Charming little gem in the heart of Cape Town. From outside it looks like a curio shop, but once inside, you are smack in the middle of Ethiopia...."
Claudia
"I found this place accidentally walking around Cape Town. When I entered, I got crazy! The place is amazing! Besides that, they have..."
NĆni Bel
"I absolutely love this place! Not only are they vegan friendly, but they have the coolest decor in Cape Town. You can see from the photos. The..."
Corli Du Toit
"The place, like yoh š±.So we walked in thinking its a shop selling musks and African statues.I was amazed by the ambience of the place,..."
Lebogang Euclid Rakgwale
"A friend invited me here for our last supper in Cape Town before I leave and I have to say, place is out of the world!! You can accidentally walk out..."
Lebogang
"As the audio of birds & trumpet echo through the indoor jungle, ethiopian platters are consumed by groups of hands. Textured flavours & spices are..."
Tamara Arden
"Nadam Taitou is an amazing hidden gem! I am so glad we stumbled across this beautiful place. The food is wonderful and exciting and the decor a..."
Princess Bubblegum
"What a great find. Although they say they've been open for three years, I had no idea this shop was a restaurant. It's a quirky and unusual dinner..."
Laura Cooke
"Awesome little hidden place in the middle of town! Thought it was a shop until I went in and saw the amazing tables hidden around all the stuff for..."
Justine Lawrenson
"My siblings found this place! From outside it doesn't even look like a restaurant. Eating with your hands is a fun experience, expected to make more..."
Stefan Retief
"Definitely a hidden gem! Had a very fun experience eating with our hands. I was quite good at it according to my hubby as I always half eat with my..."
Leana
"Madam Taitou might not be everyone's cup of tea (or, in this case, coffee), but it definitely is mine! Inside you will find an incredible combination..."
Jana Lorraine Pretorius
"First time in a restaurant like this! Has a very different atmosphere than your "everyday" restaurants - you literally feel as if you're in Ethiopia...."
Carla_Vernooy
"A beaut of a hidden gem. They kind of place only locals know... It's also where I go when I crave Ethiopian food but do not have a fortune to spend..."
Mademoiselle Nomad
"Another excellent experience with different cuisine. Love the injera in particular. Shared a veggie sampler and atkilt with couscous. All very yummy...."
Karen Hulme
"Such a hidden gem in long street. Keep a look out for this beautiful and unique restaurant. I had such a great visit, delicious food and the..."
Krissy
"Nice quirky atmosphere complete with lush, fake climbing ivy and bird sounds, and compared to the other Ethiopian restaurants, the food holds its..."
Christian
"I haven't had the pleasure of dining at this hidden gem yet but it's on my list. I did have the opportunity to try the Ethiopian coffee, spiced with..."
Justin Doshi
"Excellent restaurant with a fantastic atmosphere/design. Very friendly, supportive, and patient staff. We really enjoyed the setup and the (quality..."
Stefan ter Bekke
"It was a lovely dinner at this Ethiopian restaurant. I think I have been here 11 years ago and wanted to try it again. We have been more used to..."
Donovan Leong
"Delicious Ethiopian cuisine in a cool, cosy venue with very friendly staff. Perfect for groups (we were 8 people). Very reasonable prices. Would..."
James
"The vegan platter is very good and healthy. The plate comes with 3 breads on plate and additional 3 breads. The whole dish is so big that I..."
N. C
"Delicious, quirky, lush Ethiopian with amazing food and very kind staff. Each seating area is very cute and unique. Perfect for a nice meal or just a..."
Lucas Allner
"Loved it, loved it, loved it. The food is delicious. You will definitely return for more. ( we did š¤) Well prepared and served. Atmosphere is from..."
Edna Joubert
"Such an unexpected, delicious, dining experience! We walked past and thought it looked interesting. Didn't know that we would get to experience such..."
Keong Fong
"During our short stay in Cape Town we came here twice. The food is very delicious, the injera is great and the vegan platter is amazing. I'm sure you..."
M
"Very delicious meal with a variety of food! We really like the interior design of this cozy restaurant. It felt very authentic! The choice of..."
Laura-Marie Niemann
"The restaurant is small and they were full when we arrived without a reservation, but they let us sit at the space in front, which was a tiny calming..."
Sunnie Larsen
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