Best Tacos in Cape Town Central

3 restaurant menus in South Africa, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Thali
Thali
93/100 (1379 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
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Vegetarian Friendly
Indian
Gluten Free Options
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Dinner
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Naan Bread
Aloo Gobi
Oyster
Tuna
Carrot
Oysters
Tapas
Thali Butter Chicken
Fish Taco
Calamari
Tacos
Tacos
Curry
Kebabs
Fish Taco
Piri Piri Venison Tataki Pickled Mushrooms & Spiced Apple Puree
Masala Duck Taco
Kabobs
Thali 2
Lamb
Rose Blossom Fizz
Thali Pork Belly with Onion
Fish
Cocktails
Chili
chicken curry
Duck
Indian
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Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
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"Hands down the best curry in town and in the top 3 restaurants I have eaten in CT! Each course was delicious in its own way and the wine list was..."
Catriona MacAskill
"Exceptional food Brilliant atmosphere, staff are really fabulous and the food is totally stunning. Can’t recommend highly..."
Wendy Bartlett
"Thali no doubt serves the best Indian cuisines in the Western Cape. Your creative flavours cannot be compared to any other. Your Tapas grants us the..."
Jacques van der Haar
"The is an incredible place with an amazing concept. The vegetarian and vegan options were just..."
Duncan Rice
"Thali, you out did yourselves. Hands down the BEST Indian food I have ever tasted in my life. I highly recommend you to visit it while in CPT. You..."
Lia Kraus
"Well worth a visit. Tapas with a twist Indian style. Great quality food - make sure you’re hungry before you visit. Helpful staff explain all the..."
Robert Watters
"How empty was life without your explosive food.... love love absolutely everything. Ambiance and food to die..."
Lize Visser
"Had the most enjoyable evening at Thali restaurant off Kloofstreet. The service was outstanding. Waiters friendly and have a wide knowledge of the..."
Dewan Ferreira
"Outstanding food , service and bubbles. The company was the best tho..."
Colleen Lewis
"Aromas, flavours, textures...takes your mouth straight to food..."
Sandra van Zyl
"Ta kindly, Thali. Your food and people are..."
Hurdy Gurdy
"Not just a great dinner... a mind blowing dining experience!! Thank you [1864764850479767:Thali Cape..."
Craig Geldenhuys
"Fabulous food and fantastic service in the restaurant - my only issue is that I contacted the restaurant via email in the week preceding our visit..."
Jody Balme
"Wow! This place was awesome. Really liked the concept of ordering a menu type e.g meat or veggie and being served lots of delicious dishes. All the..."
Duncan Keir
"Wow what an amazing experience. Thali is part of the famous Chef’s Warehouse brand/group. It is an Indian restaurant. They have a set menu..."
Mark Stillerman
"Really impressive experience. The Indian food served in sharing platters is such a great concept. Fun with a great vibe. The dishes also were..."
Dan Moodley
"Really nice atmosphere. We ended up having the private room upstairs to ourselves. I think sitting downstairs by the bar could also be fun...."
Laurens Laudowicz
"Thali offers an unforgettable dining experience. The sharing platters for 2 are bursting with delicious and spicy flavours. The service is..."
Zach Bresler
"Had a lovely dinner experience, food was good and staff very..."
dolladol
"Great spot if you’re looking for authentic Indian tapas in Cape Town. The portions are big and it’s a lot of food and everything is always..."
Natasha Jacobs
"What a treat this was. Such a great way to serve dinner. There was so much going on and the flavours / quality shone through. Sometimes places can be..."
Dan D
"One of the best experiences I ever had this year. This place is really really good. They offer a new take on Indian cuisine in a really smart way...."
Khaled AlHussaini
"Ordered the set menu here. The service was incredible. Emma was our hostess. She was really kind to mix the vegetarian and meat menu together to..."
Anouchka Ramkishore
"A superb meal, one not to be missed if you're in Cape Town. I especially enjoyed the kashmiri-seared duck and the deep fried squid in the coconut and..."
Sunnie Larsen
"Wow, this is one of those remarkable spots where food and artistry weave together. The food is delicious and the courses take one on a journey...."
Mark Smith
"Thali Restaurant - Cape Town For lovers of Indian fusion food. This is an unusual restaurant. They have set menus … very Indian but mildly..."
Clarina Emanuel
"Absolutely great dinner with the family this evening! Ordered the meat tasting Thali, which was the perfect amount of food for 2 adults and our 2..."
nik patel
"Exceptional service and better dishes. I was amazed with the food and experience. Definitely worth the..."
Dhiraj Rambhookan
"We had dinner here and thought it was very tasty, although really spicy! Be prepared for some authentic Indian spiciness! We were a bit disappointed..."
Sirid B
"Came here from a YouTube video recommended and it was hands down our favourite restaurant in Cape Town. Food and service was exceptional!! I would..."
Anil Maraj
"Literally the best Indian food I have ever..."
Grant James
Cause Effect Cocktail Kitchen
Cause Effect Cocktail Kitchen
81/100 (1851 ratings)
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Bars & Pubs
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Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Salad
Cappuccino
Tequila
Eggs Benedict
Tacos
Bottomless Mimosa
Cheese Burger Sliders
Rose Hip Sidecar
Tropical Sidecar
Smashed Avo on Toast Sourdough Labneh Black Pepper Poached Egg
The Table Mountain Cocktail
Bellville Breakfast
The Rocket Cocktail
Plum Cocktail
Seafood Platter for 2
Steak
Seafood Platter for Two
Tea
Bar
Reservations
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Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Lunch
Mid-range
"What a charming place! Similar to oversea standard of cocktail emporium. It's quirky, vibey and everything you looking for in terms of cocktails and..."
Shirlz Rstl
"The best place in capetown to have best cocktails..."
Melika Razavi
"Pleasant surprise had no idea what it was about. Had a great time just looking at the bar which is well stocked and looks beautiful. The food was..."
Howie Gluckman
"What a dream!! Such a lovely experience and such a must if you looking for something different to do. The experiential cocktails � do..."
Kelsey Brown
"This is definitely my new favorite place, all the attention to detail is just mind blowing, BEST cocktails ever, and watching them prepare it was..."
Föxy Bruiser
"What a fantastic first class addition to the cape town bar scene. Exquisite cocktails. Everything very consciously appointed. Great..."
Lex Van Der Walt
"Top notch brandy cocktails- well executed experience - very professional..."
Richard Wooding
"Such a cool vibe, and the owner has such passion. Thanks..."
Jackie Nagtegaal
"When you change the way you see things, its a cause and a effect. This place will change the way drinks are seen locally and how the world sees us...."
Kelby Schnetler
"Such nice barmen + people & the best cocktails — each one with a..."
Madre Van der Merwe
"A really great cocktail experience! The drinks are delicious and made with such effort and pride. The service was impeccable and we will definitely..."
Josephine Antonie
"I loved this place! Fantastic fun cocktails and amazing waiter. We didn’t eat here so I cannot comment on the food. The cocktails are expensive but..."
Tracey Smorenburg
"Most authentic and delicious range of cocktails with a map to guide you every step of the drunken way to the next. Drinkatarium will kick you off in..."
Lizaredanzfuss98
"Loved the waiters really friendly and informative with the menu. Will love to bring the girls out here to start our night off. Tasty cocktails that..."
Megan Olivier
"Crazy cocktails for those who are not afraid to try new things and for you senses to be tickled. Food portions are massive so come hungry and the..."
Keamogetswe Mphahlele
"What an absolutely amazing experience 💕The cocktails are as great as they are appealing to the eye. Each cocktail has its own story and..."
Imtiyaaz Hart
"out of this world SENSORY experience featuring the most, crazy, genius cocktails! It has an amazing vibe to it, especially on a Friday Night after..."
Laura Martin
"After a friend’s raving on the amazing cocktails from this bar, I have finally made myself to this bar. Our waitering staff is super friendly and..."
Jasmine Chieh-Yu Ho
"Wow - what an unbelievably unique SENSORY experience with their EXPERENTIAL cocktails!They really do tickle and play with every sense from smell..."
Yajna Gold
"So we did what any normal people craving a cocktail after a movie would do, drove from Tygervalley to the CBD at 11pm. Our intention was Gin Dock,..."
Carl Thomas
"Literally stumbled upon this place as we were leaving dinner from across the road - the best decision ever made! This is no average bar, nor is..."
Robyn Rainier
"This is not a bar. It is an experience. The drinks created at Cause / Effect are truly spectacular. Unexpected ingredients, complex flavours, playful..."
Bebz H
"WOW! What an amazing experience! All the way from the very creative cocktails to the beautifully presented food. Very kid friendly as well they made..."
Armand Steyn
"Great spot. Proper South African recipes using fynbos and local spirits. Very entertaining with extra special efforts made to make cocktails. Great..."
David Hope
"It an awesome place, with amazing atmosphere and service. They can customize drinks according to your taste, bills are paid according to the shots..."
Johan Wong
"Great selection of cocktails, and also very creative! Staff are friendly and super helpful if you are unsure on what drink to try. Very close to the..."
Simon & Alison
"Beautiful drinks with an explosion of flavours! Let Cause Effect take you on a journey you've never been before, experience cocktails in a way you've..."
Wanja Coetzee
"The ambiance at Cause Effect effortlessly combines vintage charm with modern elegance, creating an inviting atmosphere. Expertly crafted cocktails by..."
Stanisław Osuch
"What a fantastic place to have cocktails! Not sure why it isn’t rated higher? Service was great. The recommendations on cocktails were spot on, and..."
V.patel
"Food was amazing. My favorite was the Ferrari mussels, smoked salmon tacos. And the table mountain..."
Monique Siers
"Went there for a light snack and drinks on 29 April 2023 just after 4pm. They were packed and only had seats available at the bar. It was a pretty..."
English Rose
"Cause Effect is well-known for their interesting cocktails so I was very excited to visit them. The restaurant isn't very large making it a bit more..."
Dewald Reinke
Tiger’s Milk Long Street Gallery
Tiger’s Milk Long Street Gallery
78/100 (4903 ratings)
Restaurants
Gastropub
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Bar
Pub
Gastropub
American
Gluten Free Options
American
Vegan Options
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Beer Ontap
Tiger’S Milk
Tiger's Milk Ceviche
Fish
Bar One Cheesecake
bier
Bask in Beer Burger and Fries
Salad
Ribs and wings
Cheese and Mushroom Burger and Fries
Wings
Vegan pizza
Beers
Calamari
Fried calamari
Calamares
Pepperoni
Mini Burgers
Chicken Taco
Tapas
Veggie Pizza
Tacos
Nachos
Ribs
Hamburger
Burger
Tacos
Jagerbombs
Nachos
Ribeye on the Bone
Sit down
Bar
Pub
American
Gastropub
Accepts American Express
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
After-hours
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Great vibes and the waiter was very interactive which I liked. Provided cocktail options, chatted a bit and then brought over our delicious food...."
Sasha Struwig
"I just had the best burger in Cape Town!! You have to give them a try when next you’re down here!! Service is friendly and the are chatty and fun!!..."
Jethro Lefevre
"Awesome service and friendly staff. The food is amazing, will definitely recommend it to..."
Melissa Hartogh
"Really trendy little place, very friendly staff. The vibe is great constant buzz of people, the decor is cool giving it a really rustic vibe. Over..."
Natasia Frederico Areosa
"Everything about this place is amazing!!! The food, the service, the friendly employees and especially the MILKSHAKES!!! Thanks to Alan for the..."
Crystal Kennemer
"Fab place, great food and service. Good music and uplifting happy team working..."
Mary Whiteborough
"Tigers Milk Kloof street. Special shout out to Linda - she was absolutely amazing! Great service! Also - those burgers (suggested..."
Imtiyaaz Hart
"Visited Tigers Milk for lunch, it was raining, but weather was nice. The place has outdoor sitting with nice beach view (sunset). The place has nice..."
Sumit سوميت
"Always nice coming here. Love the drinks special! The menu doesn't give one much healthy options (a salad without something fried would be..."
Amaryllis Haeggman
"Thursday night burger and beer at tigers milk long street. The location and setup is great, we had friendly staff. They weren’t that busy but our..."
Gerschel
"Went here with hubby and friends. Was little late just before the kitchen closed. We all had diff burgers. My hubby had the mac n cheese burger. He..."
Sandra Barnes
"Great tasting food, massive selection and when I say massive I mean massive but what they make is great. Then what can I say about there crafted..."
Sybrand Lintvelt
"What a lovely evening at Tigers milk, Kloof street. We got our burgers and wine at such surprising speed. We had the mushroom burgers - I had the veg..."
Thandi Mcizana
"Amazing food and really great atmosphere, definitely a place to try if you are looking to have a good time. Also love the variety of sides that are..."
Bacara Spruit
"first time i enjoyed my self, i can see this becoming my almost everyday spot :) first time i enjoyed my self, i can see this becoming my almost..."
Enzie
"After a visit to Botanical Bar, we stopped at Tigers Milk for some more drinks and snacks. Being valentines day the place was quite full...."
Carl Thomas
"My friends and I attended this Tiger’s Milk on First Thursdays this month and despite the general chaos associated with the hoards of art lovers..."
Caz Taylor
"Really enjoyed the burgers and vibe! The staff are very friendly which makes a first time experience even better! Haven't tried anything else yet but..."
Cheryleen Naidoo
"Yes it is quite expensive, but I really enjoyed the vibe and it has an attractive interior. Our waiter was really awesome and both shared the passion..."
Rachael Laura Wahl
"Great burgers. I’ve been here a NUMBER of times. I usually have their Triple Bypass burger with a Weiss beer 👌🏾. This is a nice gastropub in..."
Sinako Cetyiwe
"What a nice selection of burgers! I suggest the triple bypass, it's goodness is all in the name.. Pizzas are ok, but I would go back for more..."
Omar Tomasetta
"I had a chicken burger with monkey glad sauce and mature cheddar here yesterday. It was yummy and very well prepared! The waiters were lovely and..."
Lindsey Napoleon
"Visited Tiger's Milk for a dinner date and I must say it was fantastic! Great service as we walked through the doors and the atmosphere was amazing...."
Tia
"Really enjoyed my afternoon at Tiger's Milk. My husband and I were in search of something to quench our thirst and that we certainly got! I tried the..."
Samantha Moodley
"Nice vibe and an awesome triple bypass burger (that's actually the real name of the dish) made with truffle sauce . Their chips are good also. They..."
Pusm
"I've only been to the branch on long but I loved every bit of this exquisite restaurant. The vintage aesthetic and the friendly staff make for a..."
Joel Paarwater
"Awesome place, great vibe. Hipster Central for the most part but the decor is gorgeous and the music is on point. Food wise, it's great - bit on the..."
Kim Knight
"We had an Amazing time at Tiger's milk! We were a Hungry group of people getting to know each other.the atmosphere was very up beat and..."
Jani Du Toit
"I went here during a very short lunch break. So naturally I wanted a small light meal (will definitely try a burger next time, because they looked so..."
Ivanna Abigail Kemp
"Great food and great atmosphere. Went here for lunch and don't have any complaints. The rock star burger is delicious and the drinks are reasonably..."
Claire Atkinson
"Can't complain about anything at Tiger's Milk. Good service, a warm atmosphere, great wine glasses and yummy food. The first time I tried this branch..."
Danica Astra Prout-Jones
"Solid bar with enough variety of beers and mixed drinks in Cape Town. Staff very friendly and easy going. Seats facing the street are good..."
No Time To Waste
"Great bar and restaurant combo. Try the Part Wolf beer, brewed in Woodstock and doesn't taste like 'normal' craft beers - it actually tastes nice...."
Murray Lovemore
"Friends of ours recommended we try this place on a Saturday evening in Cape Town. We were looking for a place where there was a great vibe, good..."
Samantha Tame Whittaker
"Great spot for a Sunday lunch and tgey truly have amazing ribs and burgers. Service can be up and down and get really busy but it's a nice..."
Wez_Undercover
"Good vibes, great burgers (although I had the calamari) pizzas to die for and the perfect location in Town! This place always impresses! Make sure..."
Mandy Jones
"After a hike up Lion's head, we wanted to avoid the traffic and at the same time, wanted to have a quick bite to eat. We walked past Tiger's Milk,..."
Meera Naik
"Interesting beer selection and we keep going back for the chicken wings and blue cheese dipping sauce. Love the buzz of sitting literally on the..."
Johnelle Olivier
"Spent a couple of hours here and had a few snacks, drinks and other eats. The good: Craft beers for hipsters, good garlic aoili served with crispy..."
Foodster CT
"Great vibe on a Saturday night however the service left a lot to be desired. We had a booking but were moved tables at least twice after we arrived...."
Adrian Kaplan
"Met up with some friends here last night. Great vibe even as early as 19h00. The service was excellent and was equally matched by the burgers...."
Sereshan Pillay
"Superb place! Great food, especially Pizza's and the calamari; nothing extraordinary but the quality of the cuisine is always up to par and the..."
Egor Arkhipov
"Awesome vibe and service I really enjoyed, and recommend the Triple Bypass Burger. Staff were very friendly and had great recommendations on the..."
André Stemmet
"I just ate an evil twin burger and I don't even eat burgers, but I do now. Real good stuff guys. The vibe is authentic, raw, and earthy. A good place..."
Bergen Clifford
"We took my younger sister here for dinner as she was visiting from Joburg. We have been to the muizenburg one so we're keen to try out the long..."
Teffie Polkinghorne
"Had a fabulous lunch at this popular Cape Town CBD eatery. I was told that have the best burgers in town so i had to taste for myself.Ordered..."
JotterJo
"A cool spot in Long Street - called in for a beer and snack.. Sat on the bench by the window and was magic having a beer and burger overlooking the..."
Food 2 Run
"My wife and I stumbled onto this little gem while strolling through the streets of Cape Town looking for a place to eat while on holiday. Great..."
Kristoe
"The burgers were really tasty, I loved how both sides of the bun were well toasted, but they were a bit too brittle and I found they fell apart too..."
Gabriel Stein
"One word to describe Tigers Milk . . . PERFECT ! From delicious food , amazing atmosphere , fantastic service and just an overall great restaurant...."
Busisiwenkwanyana
"I love this spot. It is always buzzing and full of quirky people. The decor is so interesting I notice something new every time I go there. I like..."
Phoebe Kondylis
"Great atmosphere, music, and service. House beers are refreshing on hot summer days. I ordered the sirloin on the recommendation of the waiter. I..."
KoosKoos
"I've heard so many people raving about this place that I had to go check it out for myself. Unfortunately, I must say I was slightly disappointed. ..."
Lara Meyer
"Law arrived after having a very 'foodie' night out. We were greeted promptly and seated without fuss although they were very busy for a Monday night!..."
Zachary Buillon
"Awesome drinking hole and restaurant on long street! Close proximity to galleries and walking distance to nearby flats. Great selection of beers and..."
Paris B
"Absolutely incredible. The decore isn't fancy, but it has amazing personality and overall I love it! The pizza is to die for. The service is quick..."
Cait
"Loved this kitchen bar. Excellent service and real good food. The in house beer brand also good. Nice vibe. One of our parties wallet was lost and..."
Ilinda Du Preez
"Visited this new kid on the block last week today. Few people have been ranting and raving about the boy, so I though it worthwhile to check him out..."
Ieatjozi
"Very trendy vibe, great for a couple of drinks or dinner with friends. Staff are friendly and food is good, but not amazing. I had the mushroom..."
Jessica Stromin
"There's definitely a trend towards the craft restaurant/ bar type of spots in the city and Tiger's Milk is following on from the likes of & Union,..."
Avukile Mabombo
"For me, this is one of the coolest bars in Cape Town. It has been so well thought out! Smoking bar on one side and and non-smoking in the other,..."
Allan Moita
"Headed to Tiger's Milk last week with a few friends and absolutely loved it. Okay, it was super crowded so it's not the first place I'd choose for a..."
I Love Foodies
"The perfect place for casual lunching and a laid back vibe. The interior design is amazing and creates a very chilled atmosphere. I would definitely..."
Vuyokazi Qabaka
"Tiger's Milk is perfectly situated for after work drinks. Though finding parking in Long Street might be an issue. I personally find the..."
Hadlay Mclean
"We kicked off our halloween eve last night at Tigersmilk in town, and boy was it such a treat! We stepped into this super trendy, yet rustic corner..."
Bianca Nakan
"You would think would a pizza or burger joint survive? But Tiger's Milk is a great spot with a nice menu. There is always something for someone. Very..."
Mohit Sureka
"Fantastic afternoon vibe, burgers are cooked to perfection😊 seating service is lacking but the food made up for it. Lovely waiter who served us,..."
Tara Nura O'Reilly
"What a VIBE!!! Came here for after work drinks and loved it! Great service and excellent food!! We had the steak and burgers... They were..."
Sarah` Kennedy
"One of the most awesome places for lunch in central Cape Town. The food is absolutely delicious, the staff are extremely friendly and the ambience is..."
Instaeatscapetown
"That was a tasty meal!It's hard to believe that there's another pizza and burger place in town, but Tiger's Milk is making it work right now. I..."
Steven
"Tiger's Milk deserves full points - and that's not to be taken lightly. The food is incredibly good, the decor is excellent, their drinks list is..."
Clerissa Visser
"Great vibe! Food was so delicious ..."
Stacy Scott
"Good portion sizes, good service and nice vibe. Same problem as the one in Muizenberg in that there are hardly any vegetarian choices. Would..."
Foodhunter
"I had dinner there this past week Friday. The place was heaving with people spilling out onto the pavement. I'd say that it's best suited to a..."
Cape Town Diva
"Loved the vibe of this place. Hosts people of all ages and everyone seemed to enjoy it. The beef burger was great and so was the service :) Prices..."
Jess
"I had such a wonderful dinner here last night. It's such a fun place with a lovely atmosphere and the decor is also really well done. The service is..."
Sapna Naik
"What a lovely spot! Went there with a bunch of friends and we all had delicious meals. From pizzas, to burgers, to ribs -- everyone left very..."
Nicki
"Fun, viby decor. Nice buzz and good music playing. I had a cheese burger and chips. The burger was very good, the chips were crispy and amazing! The..."
Claire BO
"Ah love this place! The decor is absolutely fantastic and so unique and the wooden tables are beautiful! I have not eaten there yet but the menu..."
Kelly Rae Gifford
"Really love the feel and vibe, but the service was very slow. I tried the house draught (Tiger's Milk), which was really good. The burger was juicy..."
Adrian Shannon
"Good vibe, thin crust pizza and craft beer - what more would you need on a night out on Long Street? Great place to start on a night out but can get..."
Gillian