Best Lunch in Cape Town

279 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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Ate Eatery
Ate Eatery
100/100 (4 ratings)
Restaurants
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Non-smoking restaurants
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Reservations
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Buffet
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Allure Rooftop Lounge
Allure Rooftop Lounge
100/100 (11 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Dinner
Lunch
American
Dinner
Lunch
Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia
Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia
100/100 (485 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Oyster
Risotto
Tuna
Tapas
Hake
Lamb
Fish
Sashimi
Pork
Beef
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Dinner
Fine Dining
Izakaya Kukai
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Japanese
Dinner
Lunch
Japanese
Dinner
Lunch
The Polynesian Pearl Diver
The Polynesian Pearl Diver
100/100 (98 ratings)
Restaurants
Polynesian
Bar
Pub
Polynesian
Caribbean
Bar
Pub
Caribbean
Dinner
Lunch
Bar
Pub
Caribbean
Polynesian
Dinner
Lunch
John Dory's Cavendish
John Dory's Cavendish
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Grill
Sushi
Seafood
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Sushi
Seafood
Grill
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Smitten Burgers
Smitten Burgers
100/100 (5 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
American
Cafe
Dinner
Lunch
Burger
American
Café
Fast food
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
The Terrace On Dean Newlands
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Dinner
Lunch
International
Dinner
Lunch
Sweet River Brewery
Sweet River Brewery
100/100 (16 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
Pizza
Brew Pub
Beer restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
gin tonic
Beer Tasting
Focaccia
Pub
Pizza
Brew Pub
Beer restaurants
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
Live Music
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Full Bar
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mugg & Bean
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Metro Pizza
Metro Pizza
100/100 (18 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Diner
Deli
African
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Puttanesca
Metro Pizza
Salmon Pizza
Italian
Diner
African
Deli
Pizza
Gift Cards Available
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
The Office
The Office
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Wine Bar
American
International
Contemporary
Dinner
Lunch
Teriyaki Chicken Burger
Beef burger
Chips
Cappuccino
Affogato
Bar
Pub
Wine Bar
American
Contemporary
International
Dinner
Lunch
The Office
The Office
100/100 (7 ratings)
Restaurants
Wine Bar
Grill
International
Dining bars
Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Affogato
Beef burger
Teriyaki Chicken Burger
Chips
Cappuccino
Bar
Grill
Wine Bar
Dining bars
International
Reservations
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Pie City Rylands
Pie City Rylands
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Fast Food
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Fast food
Fast food
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
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La Matta Cafe, Pizzeria And Bar
La Matta Cafe, Pizzeria And Bar
100/100 (19 ratings)
Restaurants
Southern-Italian
Pizza
Neapolitan
Italian
Campania
Pizza
Contemporary
Contemporary
Italian
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Sit down
Contemporary
Pizza
Campânia
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Italian
Parking Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Television
Seating
Table Service
Sports bars
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Drinks
Dinner
After-hours
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Mid-range
Ember And Oak
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Spanish
French
African
Japanese Fusion
Dinner
Lunch
Spanish
American
French
Japanese Fusion
African
Dinner
Lunch
Mountain Peak Spur
Mountain Peak Spur
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Grill
Barbecue
Steakhouse
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Grill
Steakhouse
Barbecue
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Shamini Indian Cuisine
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Indian
Dinner
Lunch
Indian
Dinner
Lunch
Krispy Kreme V&a Waterfront
Krispy Kreme V&a Waterfront
100/100 (3 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
American
Fast Food
Fast food
Cafe
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Doughnut Bites
Apple and Cinnamon Donut
Nestle Kit Kat
Limited Edition Halloween Doughnuts
Cappuccino
Donuts
Sit down
Café
Fast food
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Achla Mediterranean Deli
Achla Mediterranean Deli
100/100 (5 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Middle Eastern
Lunch
Breakfast
Middle Eastern
Mediterranean
Breakfast
Lunch
Kfc Bp Oakvlei
Kfc Bp Oakvlei
100/100 (1 ratings)
Restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Seven Colours Eatery
Seven Colours Eatery
100/100 (16 ratings)
Restaurants
African
African
Healthy
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Birthday cake
Vegetarian Plate
Pizza
Beef Stew
Shakshuka
Steamed Buns
Milk Tart
Reed meat
Braised Oxtail
A Magwinya with Mince and Chakalaka
Nolu's Bean Chakalaka
Local Rooibos Cider
Seven Colours w Oxtail Potjie Chakalaka Coleslaw and Pap
Xhosa Quinoa
Sit down
Healthy
African
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Seating
Waterfront
Table Service
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Moro Gelato, Sea Point
Moro Gelato, Sea Point
98/100 (595 ratings)
Dessert
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Liquid Chocolate Mini Cone Shot
Ice Cream
Pistachio and Marchese
Gelato
hot chocolate
Pistachio and Chocolate Ice Cream
Wafers
Passion Fruit Gelato
Tiramisu Icecream
Caramel Cookie Crumble
Café
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Ac Lounge & Bar Cape Town
Ac Lounge & Bar Cape Town
96/100 (26 ratings)
Restaurants
International
Grill
Fusion
Bar
Fusion
Grill
International
Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Fishy Croquettes
Spiced Vegan Hot Pot
Spaghetti
Cured Salmon
Pan Fried Sea Bass
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Burger
Crispy Chicken Wings
Spiced Lamb Cutlets
Sit down
Bar
Grill
International
Fusion
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Very decent breakfast buffet at the hotel, friendly and accommodating service and work space. Had great burgers for dinner as..."
Pierre Coetzee
"Came for a light dinner. My wife had the house salad and I the smoked trout salmon. Simple basic dishes that were both delicious. We were offered a..."
dylan seagrove
"I didn’t expect much from the hotel restaurant where I was staying, but… what a pleasant surprise! Food was fresh well combined flavors, amazing..."
Agata Polakowska
"I enjoyed the atmosphere... the people and service was exceptional. I'd love to come..."
phari david
"Great food and drinks in a nice modern environment. Convenient and fun spot to end your day. Attentive and friendly..."
Jonathan Beeton
"Food is good but quite pricey for the portions. Good options available. Service was just terribly slow. Just to get a drinks and food menu took super..."
Bronwyn Booysen
"Impeccably designed Bar. Fully stocked with anything your heart desires. Friendly reception and courteous directions to the lounge where you are..."
Antonie Jordaan
"Great to relax in b4 you..."
Mak Atak1967
"Fantastic..."
Billy Jonas Mathebula
"Cool place to relax after a hectic day at the..."
Enricho James Springveldt
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Lapo's Kitchen
Lapo's Kitchen
96/100 (111 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
International
Mediterranean
African
Fusion
Fusion
International
Mediterranean
Contemporary
Contemporary
African
Drinks
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Sit down
Contemporary
Mediterranean
Fusion
International
African
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Street Parking
Reservations
Seating
Drinks
After-hours
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Absolutely amazing social dining experience! The food was exquisite and so carefully prepared. Wine pairing was the range from Lozarn in the..."
Thea Beckman
"Highly recommend Lapo's Kitchen for intimate dinner experiences, corporate year-ends, birthdays, and any celebration in between! Lapo's team are..."
Grant
"An absolutely beautiful evening! Delicious food, warm attentive and incredibly knowledgeable service. We’re going..."
Michelle Bolton
"I first experienced Lapos kitchen at a friends house and I was blown away. Since it’s moved to the Josephine Mill now he’s got the venue that..."
Nick Soper
"Amazing food!, and very intimate but relaxed dining..."
Danie Swarts
"Unique experience! Great flavours prepared with..."
André Saaiman
"Fantastic food experience. Loved..."
Rikesh Harikaran
"A culinary story, told by Lapo, with his passion for ethically sourced produce. Makes you appreciate and savour every bite. I love the fact that you..."
Mark Bernabei
"Amazing food and fantastic service and great experience. Loved lapo and his interesting stories. Definitely will be back! Don't miss out on this one..."
Tania Harrower
"Loved the place, a remarkable..."
Hesham Mortada
Sepial's Kitchen At Uitsig
Sepial's Kitchen At Uitsig
96/100 (163 ratings)
Restaurants
Korean
Japanese
Asian
Korean
Japanese
Asian
Dinner
Lunch
Glass Noodles
Steamed Egg Omelette
Sweet and Sour Chicken and Rice
Dumpling Soup
Bibimbap
Korean Fried Chicken
Bulgogi and Rice
Sweet Potato Noodle
Watermelon Non-Alcoholic
Orange Jasmine Juice
Pork Belly with Bibim-Guksu Toppings
Binde Rice Cake
Bibim Noodles Rice Noodle
Short Rib Soup Beef Meat
Beef and Rice
Starter Seaweed Cucumber Salad
Side Dish
Matcha Ice Cream Sweet Red Bean
Sit down
Asian
Japanese
Korean
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
BYOB
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Non-smoking restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Allium left me speechless. The location is perfect and the restaurant has a lovely calming energy to it. The staff are amazing, friendly and..."
Nicole Jansen
"The standout Asian restaurant in Cape Town. This Korean restaurant offers a simple, elegant menu that is beautifully executed. An exclusive venue..."
Sean Riley
"If you enjoy Japanese food. You will enjoy this little gem in Woodstock. The Kimchi dumplings and fried spicy chicken are amazing. The Kimchi..."
Jann Robertson
"What an absolute experience at Allium. The Korean BBQ set for 2 was fantastic (make sure to book in advance). Moru and Sepial made our anniversary..."
Kevin Hua
"Brilliant unique experience. Beautifully presented and tasted so fresh. The team were happy to also accommodate dietary requirements and food..."
Nino Haasbroek
"A location with lots of charm and food with lots of love. Selection is limited for now since the restaurant is very new , but we look forward to try..."
Marco Capo (Marco)
"Great night out. Fantastic food. Attention to detail. Simple small delicious menu. Beautiful location. Highly recommended. I will certainly be..."
Christan Boshoff
"I have no words enough to say how much I loved her cousin. Definitely my place in Salt River. I booked in advance Light tasting menù for my dinner..."
Alessandro Tarallo
"We had such an amazing kimchi cooking experience. Thank you Sepial. We will definitely be back. Loved it so..."
Renier Lombard
"Wonderful in-person experience. The meal was great and what made it even more special is being able to gain insight into the History of the meal and..."
Henry Helms
Lelapa Restaurant
Lelapa Restaurant
95/100 (405 ratings)
Restaurants
African
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
African
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
African
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Live Music
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"This restaurant is in a private home, and each meal is prepared and served by the homeowners, Monica and her mother Sheila. The atmosphere is home-y..."
La Fer
"The food is really fantastic! the amazing lady who also is the owner had a great preformance. The musicians had a really nice African music..."
Natalie Milinovic
"This is a "Dream" that is enhancing the "Dream" that Nelson Mandela had for South Africa!! Sheila, the "Matriarg" and Monica the daughter, is flying..."
Sauli Esau
"One of the most memorable, delicious, entertaining, heart-warming experiences I've ever had while travelling. This is an absolute must while visiting..."
Shane Vitaly Foran
"we had a great night, excellent food, our Uber driver was invited by Monica to join us, beautiful people that was our pleasure to..."
Karen Jewitt
"I wish I could give more than 5 stars. It was such an HONOR to eat here. To be invited into this home & given the best tasting food I have ever had..."
Mak Mitchell
"I am not sure what I was expecting before I got here. "Some restaurant in some outskirts part of the town, could be fun." What I didn't realize was..."
Niclas Olofsson
"Food excellent ...Great..."
Tracey Harris
"The best experience of my life! Sheila, the owner was the best. She shared her story and life experiences. She was gracious. The food was excellent!..."
Cheri Smith
"What a nice restaurant with tantalizing..."
Dikeme Pilane
"There were lots of items to choose from so I tried a little of everything. All delicious. The fish was outstanding and the yams were cooked..."
Delphine Fairley
"We took several students from the United States and had an outstanding time at Lelapa. It was the best restaurant we tried for enjoying authentic..."
Mike Sullivan
"If you are in Cape Town, Lelapa is a must visit! Mama Sheila is an amazing host and has some very interesting stories. The food has many different..."
Arijit Chakraborti
"Lelapa Resturant food and service was very top notch. The atmosphere was close to home and Mama Shelia has some good stories to share! Thanks for..."
Ellen Shortridge
"Wow great..."
Jonathan Van Wyk
Kaffa Hoist And Sherberts
Kaffa Hoist And Sherberts
95/100 (12 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Cafe
Healthy
Caribbean
African
Grill
Caribbean
Grill
International
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Café
Healthy
Grill
Café
International
African
Caribbean
Free Wifi
Family style
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
Village Coffee Shop
Village Coffee Shop
95/100 (2 ratings)
Restaurants
Fast food
Cafe
Lunch
Breakfast
Fast food
Breakfast
Lunch
I Love Coffee Shop
I Love Coffee Shop
95/100 (97 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Cafe
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Café
Café
Reservations
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Such an amazing and welcoming environment, and most importantly, a beautiful initiative. I Love Coffee trains and employs deaf youth with the aim of..."
Lindsay Michelle Donaldson
"Awesome concept! The staff is hearing impaired and the experience is all about that. The staff can read lips. So, you can just order a coffee as you..."
Joeri Schasfoort
"It's a coffee shop but I HIGHLY recommend the food. Lunch was amazing and those milk tart thingies (pastei de nata) are EVERYTHING. I even got a take..."
Nuraan Essop
"Not only does this coffee shop employ hearing impaired people, but the atmosphere, service, coffee and food is also extremely pleasant. You will..."
Wayne N
"Coffee / art / more. Special. And learn the sign for 'flat..."
Marcus J.B. Zandhuis
"Beautiful and colourful coffee shop. Wi-Fi available. Very friendly and accommodating personnel. Ordered a coffee and it was excellent. Fresh muffins..."
Jesamé Geldenhuys
"Absolutely lovely space. I completely recommend! The owner is incredibly friendly and very passionate about the social impact that this unique coffee..."
Aunnie Patton Power
"First time here and such a special experience. The food is well presented and yummy. The staff are also so lovely and friendly. I loved being..."
McKenna Manacas
"Friendly staff, good food and peaceful..."
Mikyle Dankers
"Wonderful place! Friendly, good coffee and amazing hospitality and..."
Nikki van Coller
"We can all take pictures but not everyone can capture the beauty that's usually hidden in plain view... We can all open our mouth to sing but not..."
Abdirahman ahmad
"What an awesome place! Really great coffee with very friendly..."
Sharman May
"Awesome social enterprise staffed by deaf employees. They also have amazing..."
Emir Caner
"Very nice people, I recommend this place to anyone who want to have a good time with good people. Tumb up for..."
Deborah Mwinkeu
"Wonderful experience, good Longmarket breakfast, excellent..."
William Page
"Delicious coffee with amazing daily fresh lunch..."
Gary van lieshout
"Great empowerment idea and really good..."
David Smith
"I had the nicest croissant and a great cup of..."
Maxine Leibowitz
"Service was pleasant and coffee was..."
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