The best Restaurants in Cape Town Central ranking of February 2025

1407 restaurant menus in Cape Town Central, (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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Nadia's Patisserie
Nadia's Patisserie
90/100 (50 ratings)
Restaurants
"I like things that are sweet ...the red velvet cake is very..."
neziwe hlahlani
"Great experience..love the products on display and friendly service..."
Mogamad Toefy
"The texture of the cake is always perfect. I love the packaging in which the goods are sold. Nadia's does not disappoint. Orders for special events..."
Nalanie Paul
"I am and will always be a client of this place when I am in South Africa. Everything is well worth its price for portions and..."
Jody Nash
"Its was my dream come true when I was introduced to Nadia's Patisserie, she has the most beautiful fancies and small cakes, stunning big cakes and..."
Gadija Moos
"It’s always a pleasure to visit this place the cakes and fancies are always delicious. Just a note they have move to 4 Bass Road just of..."
Sulaiman
"Amazing cakes, quaint little shop, they do large orders for my clients or small orders to enjoy..."
Rushdien Ryklief
"Their cake was mouth watering. The service was excellent and I was very impressed with their packaging and professional..."
Ridwaan Isaacs
"Makes the best..."
Dezanne Barnes
"Some of the best cakes and cupcakes you will find. They also do lovely party cakes for all..."
Redaa Semaar
"Delectable cakes at very reasonable prices. Well worth the..."
Sharifa Jaffer
"Innnovative and customer driven..they offer card facilities and also do savoury..."
Adam Kaizer
"Cakes are always fresh and taste..."
Moegamat Tape Fredericks
"Best koeksisters ever. Everything she makes is..."
Ruzdim Ariefdien
"Loved it .....walked in and got quality as always..."
Kurt Oliphant
"I loved the cakes.was very..."
Hoosain Dalvi
"Products are fresh.service is..."
Sharon Langley
"Fantastic friendly service with a smile..."
Nazier Nazier
"Order, service and..."
Nazeem Zain
Maremoto
Maremoto
85/100 (50 ratings)
Restaurants
International
International
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
After-hours
Sit down
International
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
After-hours
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
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Jakob Greger
You Bet It's Ice Cream
You Bet It's Ice Cream
84/100 (50 ratings)
Restaurants
Fusion
International
Cafe
Contemporary
Contemporary
International
African
Cafe
African
Fusion
Dinner
Lunch
Café
International
African
Café
Fusion
Contemporary
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Louis B's
Louis B's
70/100 (50 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Café
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Gourmet Junction Foods
78/100 (321 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Café
Mid-range
"Amazing food and brilliant..."
Manuela Louro
Rua
Rua
81/100 (48 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
European
Fusion
Portuguese
Street Food
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Ribs
"This is a very laid-back restaurant with really well-balanced flavours. It has that London Leadenhall Market feel to it. Ask for their specials,..."
Georges Qiao
"Fine food, service staff needs to be slightly more attentive, I now ask for the bill when ordering the last item to avoid the additional wait. Lunch..."
Karel Scott
"Decent food. Rib specials on a wed still doesn't fill the place but all round great set..."
Derrick de Vries
"Well 3rd time to RUA and wow ... Still when my wife and go it's ribs and nothing else .... Ribs are absolutely amazing. Pork ribs that the bone has..."
Heinrich Jeppe
"Quality food. Really great staff too. Breakfast, lunch and dinner...yum. Fantastic free wifi..."
Andrew Fletcher Cole
"Great food, can be slightly quiet and not that much of a vibe..."
Chris Bailey
"With the Entertainer it is a no-brainer to come eat here. Lovely tapas menu as..."
Alexander R.
"Good selection of craft beers. Good food. Efficient service Easy access with..."
Richard Hayes
"Loved the ribs Friendly staff & relaxed atmosphere Will definitely come again..."
Adéle DVP
"Fantastic food and great lunch time..."
Ryan Mazzolini
"Amazing environment as well the food. Thank you Chef..."
Ruth Moyo
"Trendy place in revitalized area of the city can be..."
Flippie De Beer
Localli
Localli
93/100 (47 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
"I had the chocolate mile crepe cake, it's beyond delicious! Will recommend it to anyone looking for a little break and to try..."
Tracey-Lee Meyer
"Proudly local. This place has awesome coffee and even better cakes! Love everything about..."
Leana Boshoff
"We tried 2 flavours of the mille crêpes, was soo delish �� and on Thursdays you can grab food from the market and plate it inside..."
Siya Jones
"A lovely, quaint coffee nook perfect for working or good fellowship.. absolutely loved the creme brûlée crepe stack..."
Cornelia Christine Lamb
"Great local SA coffee and teas, with a slice of Mille Crepe cake! Great way to start/end your..."
Crystal Rudolph
"Visit there with my friend last week. Cant wait to go back to try some more. Lovely place and friendly yet professional staffs. Will try to pop in on..."
Nutchanat Wankaeo Pillay
"Delicious cake and coffee-and everything in the café is sourced and made from local produce! Very..."
Jacques Joubert Malan
"I went there yesterday, I order chocolate for myself and vanila for my friend unfortunately my chocolate too bitter for me and quite dry so 85% dark..."
Pitar Ch-Gr Taklom
"The most delicious cake ever. Will definitely be back for..."
Diana Lerato George
"Super friendly staff. Everything at Localli is South African products. Let's support local products. Great coffee and tea. Pure hot chocolate. I LOVE..."
Sinazo Lunika Nciweni
"We simply loved the great coffee and mille feuille cake! Nice atmosphere and very friendly staff. We really liked the idea of using local ingredients..."
S. H.
"Lovely café with helpful staff and the best cepe cakes and hot chocolate I have tasted yet! All the ingredients are locally sourced and excellent..."
Kathryn Wooldridge
"localli is a true enrichment for Cape Town! They serve only locally sourced food, coffee and tea, plus it's the only place in CT where you can enjoy..."
VM
"Great new cafe with local products and super friendly staff. Had a slice of the mille crepe cake, which is really unique and super tasty. Coffee is..."
Daniela Knoppik
"Had a wonderful time, excellent service. Haven't taste such tasty crepe cakes elsewhere. Will definitely come back...."
Kawal Vishal
"Great cakes, great coffee. Small venue with indoor and outdoor seating. Can get a bit too loud to chat if you're too close to the coffee station...."
Candice van Litsenborgh
"The best white hot chocolate I've ever tasted! Absolutely delicious! Apparently it also comes as an espresso shot, imagine having a shot of white hot..."
AMANDA APRIL
"Simply amazing! You have to try their Mille Crepe Cakes! Their Hot Chocolate is super delish too!..."
Kelsey Niehaus
"Wow...certainly one of Cape Town's prime spots for exceptionally tasty coffee and sweet treats. Dedicated service..."
Nicolas Kunath
"Classic french desserts with a truly South African flare. Highly recommended for the sophisticated..."
Cameron Cyster
Kalk Bay Cafe
Kalk Bay Cafe
81/100 (47 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Burger
Salad
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"A real feast of tastes. Great choice. You will find what you like. Modern...."
Dragana Jevtovic
"Are you guys still open? Your phone sounds disconnected - no current info on your face book page......would love to com for drinks and music if you..."
Julie-Ann Mindry
"Food..."
Lloyd Donnelly
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Robyn Fergus
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Sanjana Thord-Gray
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George Geldenhuys (Org)
Frater House
Frater House
70/100 (46 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Cafe
Steakhouse
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
After-hours
"We enjoyed good coffee and hot chocolate at this corner cafe on Loop Street, which also offers a small selection of muffins and several breakfast..."
Suraj Singh
"Minimalist but warm and comfortable with a contemporary style. Food was good and the waiter competent, friendly and reasonably knowledgeable. I'd..."
Robin Scheepers
"Delicious food at good prices. Waiting for liquor..."
Kathy Watters
"Great location, Quality food and fantastic..."
Marius Bothma
"Delicious meals and also reliable..."
Janet Munakamwe
"I had chicken that was cooked absolutely to..."
Jenny-May Wolmarans
"Good breakfast options if you're tired of the..."
Ian Stoffberg
"Friendly staff Breakfast ends too..."
Michael Paulse
"Good coffee nice..."
richard blignaut
"Best chimichura sauce..."
Hanlie Spamer
"Good food and good..."
Tania Kleynhans
"Affordable..."
nomore kabondo
Gogo Woodstock
Gogo Woodstock
70/100 (46 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Café
"Best rooibos cappuccino this side of the equator! The dash of cinnamon does wonders for the overall flavour. Friendly, efficient service, and a..."
Rochelle April
"Super healthy and fresh food everyday always served from the friendliest staff. Have been a go to throughout my student years and have not once..."
Ankia Scholtz
"Being a sales rep I often look for places easily to access, not awkward to sit on my own, WiFi and a lunch menu that is quick, easy and not too..."
Tracy Poulter
"A vibey little gem! Perfect for that morning cappuccino to start your day. The deli is consistent in their quality and it makes for a great lunch..."
Stephani Robinson
"Yum yumm yummy snacks and drinks to go, or great for a fast, eat-in breakfast.Gogo's often run great early morning breakfast specials...."
Britney Beeby
"Great coffee (Bootlegger), take away sandwiches, light meals and juice bar. Quick and friendly service, free wifi and Snapscan available. Only..."
Estelle Nagel
"What a lovely hidden gem! Go here for delectable coffees and blends, fresh sandwiches and incredible muffins! Everything is freshly made and effort..."
Stacey N
"Very pleasant. Nice coffee. An oasis in the main rd. I saw they used honey sachets, a novelty for..."
Fernando Moreno
"Popular lunch grab and go for surrounding offices. Good coffee,food and..."
Craig Shaw
"Great place to stop for a good coffee and a quick lunch. Great salads and snacks on offer at fair prices. Cosy and..."
Aidan van Vuuren
"Really good customer service, loved to come here for my..."
Konstantin
"What a surprise...........quick smoothies, coffee and all day eating..."
Annaline De Lange
"Highly recommended for a quick breakfast. Big portions and excellent..."
Wouter Kritzinger
"Lovely clean Kitchen,sandwich lovely.Manager..."
Michael Webb
"Always pop in when in the area.. Great service Great..."
Wiam Retief
"Amazing fresh foods and friendly..."
Steven Norman
"Excellent fresh food..."
Hennie Goddard
"Enjoyed my..."
Lynn Clayton
"Nice place for..."
Thomas Van der Meulen
"It was fast and..."
Lungelwa Gulwa
"Great..."
Paul Lipschitz
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Cols T
Mas'ud's Kitchen
100/100 (44 ratings)
Restaurants
Indian
Indian
Dal Tarka
X Samoosa
Indian
Sababa
Sababa
94/100 (43 ratings)
Restaurants
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Middle Eastern
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Breakfast
Salad
Falafel
Sit down
Middle Eastern
Takeout
Seating
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Fresh, healthy and tasty Mediterranean food. Casual and trendy..."
Greg Hodes
"Amazing food, very friendly staff. The owner, writer, Nirit is very..."
PV
"Delicious, fresh, excellent for solving jaded..."
Michelle Trimborn
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Petra Zerweck
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Richard Marshall
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Alexis Abraham
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Arden Rubens
Awara Restaurant
Awara Restaurant
90/100 (43 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Indian
Dinner
Lunch
Ginger Beef
Palak Paneer and Garlic Naan
Basmati Rice and and Butter Chicken
Aaloo Chat
Daal Makhni with Butter Naan
Tapas
Butter chicken
Dal Makhani
Garlic chicken
Cheese Cake
Chicken briyani
Tandoori roti
Fish Tikka
Spicy chicken wings
Mushroom biryani
Crispy Okra
Pani Puri
Salmon
Chicken satay
Lamb Chops
Paper Dosa
Indian
Asian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
The Handle Bar
The Handle Bar
87/100 (43 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Cafe
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Café
Breakfast
Lunch
"Food is AMAZING!!!! Accommodating staff, speedy service, fantastic burgers, centrally located....this was the first time but definitely will not be..."
Erin Erin
"Great coffee and delightful eats Service was great Only suggestion will be a microwave to heat those yummy chocolate..."
Cobie Odendaal
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Rene Nortje
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Michael Theunissen
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Fredrik Kvarnebrink
Yummi
Yummi
78/100 (42 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
"Excellent service. Recently ordered 200 for a function and got very quick feedback and they were extremely respectful and professional. Dealt with..."
Kelly Rossouw
"Some of the best macaroons I've ever had, chewy on the inside with delicious fillings. Their milkshakes are amazing too! Decadent and well worth the..."
Jade
"If you haven't tried it I suggest you do. We've been going to yummi for years and quality has still remained the same. Variety of desserts and..."
Yasmeen Hendricks
"Really amazing service, outgoing and welcoming, oh and good coffee too . Over all an awesome experience..."
Morgan Hamman
"Such a hidden treasure. Coincidentally walked past there and ended up buying amazing macarons. The people were so friendly too! My fav macaron store..."
Maria Liebenberg
"I have been on a quest to find the best Macaroons...I believe my quest is complete. Great flavours, perfect..."
Chantelle Botha
"Best macaroons I have ever (ever!) tasted. Enough said. (Good coffee..."
Alexander R.
"Honestly, this place makes the BEST macaroons! The chocolate brownies are simply amazing as..."
CARLO HENDRICKS
"The Macaroons are out of this world ...... # Best..."
Veruschka Davids
"Great brownies and coffee! Will definitely go..."
Chanté Liebenberg
"Best selection of beautiful..."
angelie luck
"Nice place to sit down have a..."
Lorraine Sabiwa Dube
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Fazlin Daniels
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Franco Liebenberg
Sakura Sushi Restaurant
71/100 (42 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Japanese
Chinese
Chinese
Japanese
Asian
Sushi
Dinner
Lunch
Japanese
Sushi
Chinese
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Crush Fresh Food Cafe & Juice Bar
Crush Fresh Food Cafe & Juice Bar
87/100 (41 ratings)
Dessert
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Cafe
Healthy
Healthy
Vegan Options
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Breakfast
Juice & Smoothies
Juice & Smoothies
Sit down
Healthy
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Lunch
Breakfast
Cheap Eats
Sostanza Coffee Shop & Bakery
Sostanza Coffee Shop & Bakery
86/100 (41 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Bakeries
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Pizza
Cafe
Vegetarian Friendly
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Salmon
Pizza
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
Damascus Middle Eastern Cuisine
Damascus Middle Eastern Cuisine
100/100 (40 ratings)
Restaurants
Grill
Soups
Arabic
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Falafel Starter
Fillet Steak with Mushroom Sauce
Creamy Prawns
Shawarma
Sheesh Tawook
Syrian Tea
Strawberry daiquiri
Belgian Waffle
Sheesh Bil-Fakharah
Mix Grill
Arabic Coffee
Chicken Alakaif
Lamb Shank
Mezze Platter
Belgian Banana Caramel Waffle
Chicken Mandi
Lamb Kebab
Sticky Buffalo Wings
Mandi chicken
Hummus with Lamb
Arabic
Grill
Soups
Table Service
Cash Only
Accepts Discover
Gift Cards Available
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
Siblings Bistro
Siblings Bistro
86/100 (40 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
"Lovely little work spot. There is free..."
Sam Beckbessinger
"Quaint coffee shop. Great for friends and..."
Sivu Nobongoza
"Get the cinnamon stick and a coffee!..."
Marlo Vlietstra
"Delicious..."
Claudette Mathale
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Nava Derakhshani
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Vafa Naraghi
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Nthako Motsoahae
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Naledi Mocumi
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Jonathan Anderson
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Madre Edas
The Alba Restaurant Boat
The Alba Restaurant Boat
84/100 (40 ratings)
Restaurants
Contemporary
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
"Best crew best trip and really did so much effort for the perfect private engagememt trip. Boat is also in tip top shape. Thank you for making my..."
Stephan Goosen
"Wonderful experience we had... Toasted to our 9 years in marriage while on the boat and just to put the cherry on top I was baptized by CPT Sea while..."
Kele Sebothoma
"Friendly crew. Great fun☺What better than a cruise at sunset with..."
Hayley Burger
"Last night was my 4th time on the boat. Had a mix up with payment and they sorted it out very professionally. Love all the friendly crew members! See..."
Annika Bekker
Cafe Zor
Cafe Zor
99/100 (39 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Contemporary
African
Contemporary
Arabic
African
Arabic
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Arabic
African
Café
Contemporary
Seating
Table Service
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Really great experience. Authentic and excellent food and service. We were going to have a coffee and stayed for an hour and had lunch. When you are..."
Marius Van Straaten
"Love love love, I had the chicken livers, o my goodness, the best I've had. Love the style and quientness, owner, fantastic. Coffee also..."
Celeste Brown
"For the most amazing "home-cooked" meals...friendly staff and warmly..."
Johannes Coetzee
"delicious, authentic Euro and Cape Malay food cooked with love and a smile! great for meetings and get togethers in a group - they have delicious..."
being brave
"very cozy. they also have a conference room for group discussions. great food..."
Firdous Sonia Butoni
"Great experience, good tasty food with a special touch. I would visit..."
Andile Siyo
"What a magnificent cozy place. Great chef and owner, you rock Mr..."
Peter Cato
"Tasty food in a quaint setting but not suitable for large..."
Haseena Seedat
"Very cosy and great food. Staff is very..."
Firoza van der Merwe
"I made a note to return following a wonderful experience in a traditional..."
Winston Cogill (A New Generation)
The Fue
The Fue
88/100 (39 ratings)
Restaurants
Healthy
Mediterranean
Greek
Fusion
Fusion
Healthy
Mediterranean
Greek
Fusion
Healthy
Mediterranean
Greek
"Super cute place! Really tasty shakes! Had to wait quite a while for my veggie burger, but it was hella tasty and I'll definitely be..."
Daisy Kane
"Quiet and a bit hard to find at first, but I enjoyed my time here. Nice service and chilled vibes. Their milkshakes are..."
80six
"Great burgers, but try the jumbo milkshake and burger special to feed 2 on a Friday night. You will not find a more amazing shake in Cape..."
Sven Woxholt
"Excellent coffee and very friendly service. Great atmosphere and the music is always..."
Jacques Esterhuizen
"This place took me a while to find. You should find it though. This is without a doubt the best milkshake I've ever..."
Pravesh Valab
"Hidden little gem. Small and cozy. Milkshakes are very tasty and sandwiches..."
Mini Botes
"Best Coffee in Blouberg and great breakfast. The service is a little bit slow..."
Gesche VC
"Best coffee in Cape Town! Great service. Intimate vibe. My favourite..."
Sheldene Anderson
"Great little place, good burgers, awesome milkshakes at a low..."
Rian Smuts
"Love it being like in an old style dinner in woodstock but it's in blouberg. Got to try the monster..."
Julie Edwards
"Great food at good prices, lekker little local..."
Heinrich Gerber
"Great food, great vibe, best..."
Matthew Fourie
"Lovely vibe Great coffee Incredible..."
Chad Lahana
"Small, really is underground and quirky. Relaxing viby..."
Nicholas Petersen
"Great coffee and great healthy..."
vanessa stroud
"Good food. Good coffee. Good..."
Sonia Baumann
"Awesome coffee and great..."
Nexmasher
"Great coffee, amazing..."
Vaughn Massa
Elgr
Elgr
87/100 (38 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Contemporary
Contemporary
Dinner
Lunch
Pork Cabbage Salad
Radicchio Orange Date Red Onion Belnori Kilimanjaro
Apple Pie Sour
Basque Cheesecake Blueberry Jam
Green Beans
Salad
Aubergine
Pork
Beurre Noisette
Charcuterie board
Pizza Tomato Brussels Chili Mozzarella Pancetta
Toast Lardo Brown Anchovies
Baby Gem Boccarones Romesco Almond
Toast Lardo Anchovy
Sassy Ananas
Pizza White Spinach Garlic Mortadella Tapenade
Lapsang Souchong Infused Kraken Campari Extra Dry Vermouth Pineapple Coconut Amaretto Charcoal Clove
Raw Beef Beetroot Rocket Parmesan
Contemporary
European
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
Marimba
Marimba
80/100 (38 ratings)
Restaurants
African
African
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
African
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Tong Lok Chinese Take Away
Tong Lok Chinese Take Away
70/100 (37 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Chinese
Asian
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Noodle
Chinese
Asian
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
169 On Long
70/100 (37 ratings)
Restaurants
Sit down
Reservations
Mid-range
Cheap Eats
"I decided to use my sushi platter Groupon on Saturday and went for the fibi platter which was really good. My boyfriend ordered a basket, and it was..."
Ivanna Abigail Kemp
"Good sushi spot on Long Street. I had the tempura crunch which was magnificent. The sushi pieces are huge and I was not disappointed. It is also a..."
Ryan Mulders