TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in South Africa - Updated November 2024

A Touch Of Madness Restaurant

81/100 (1347 ratings)

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"a Place with a room for every type of event, person and vibe! Best local Craft beer selection. With there house beer as a Drunken Donkey that kick..."

Hester Bergh

"Having been on my to try list for a while, we were certainly not disappointed! The food was outstanding, from the chillie popper starter to the..."

Nicki Piek

"Great to have the options on your menu for Pescatarian. Snoek samoosas as a starter were delicious and then quite a few vegetarian mains to choose..."

Darren van Eyssen

"quirky, unpretentious, funky decor, good wine and food (with gluten free vegan options), decent tunes and a lekker..."

Tara Gellé

"Delighted to have found "A Touch of Madness" whilst on holiday in Cape Town. Cool bar and restaurant in a Great little location tucked in behind..."

Luke Hardcastle

"I have been walking past this beautiful house for some time always wishing to go there. Friday night I got to go and it was a lovely experience. The..."

Jana Retief

"Just had the most fabulous 40th birthday party hosted by A Touch of Madness. Wonderful evening with warm, helpful service, delicious food enjoyed by..."

Jane Dean

"I had my birthday there last night and was blown away by the service, food and being so well looked after. Really appreciate the perfect evening and..."

Rain Axl Grunau

"A great place with an awesome vibe. If you are looking for a great place to have a quiet tequila or two then this is the place. They have great..."

Alexander David Abrahams-Crocker

"Awesome evening. The food was delicious, decent portions and well priced. They also serve one of my favourite wines. Can highly..."

Lynn Halliday

"I love this place. Great quirky atmosphere and they are so open to suggestions and new ideas. I like that there are different events on and they..."

Illona Pelser

"What a difference, the best place to relax with your better half or..."

Kevin Slimmert

"This place is amazing! Great bar selection, excellent food, and fantastic service all in this incredibly charming atmosphere in a charming..."

Alison Joy

"A lovely restaurant with a fireplace, perfect for Winter! The service can be a bit slow but the setting makes up for it. The food is tasty and..."

Thembakazi Sonwabe

"I cannot stress how wonderful this restaurant is. I have only had amazing experiences here. The atmosphere is low key, quirky, and is the right mix..."

Gemma Scholtz

"What a little gem! The food was fresh and delicious and really reasonably priced. The decor and service was great too. We'll definitely come back!..."

Holly Atkinson

"Love it! The food is absolutely delicious! And the staff is very sweet as well, I keep going there for the good food and good vibes. Good..."

Loes Gsn

"This is my favourite Mexican restuarant in Observatory. The atmosphere is great and relaxed. Sitting next to the fire place on a cold night with..."

Manna Storom

"The ambiance scored this place a 3 on it’s own. Such a delightful place to visit and amazing design concepts. Each room feels like a different..."

Phenyo Makgabo

"I love the decor and how clean and fresh the place is. The food is lovely and the service is always good. The waiters have always been very friendly..."

Vumi

"Really enjoyed our meal here. Such an interesting and cozy venue offering a variety of seating areas. The jalapeno popper burger was just the perfect..."

Johnny Jol

"Quirky little cafe hidden in lower Observatory. Delicious tacos, friendly staff and offbeat retro decor. Only concerning factor is the "beware of..."

The Jax Blog

"The name of this place suits it. I love the fact that the rooms in the house remain intact so you can have a meal in an actual dining room or tea in..."

Nqobile Msibi

"What a lovely find... Tucked away in a quiet street behind the Spar in Observatory. We decided to go for a drink on a very quiet Tuesday evening, ..."

Annie Van Eijk

"This place has been revived by new ownership. Quirky interesting decor, a varied menu and well-priced drinks make this a good hangout spot in..."

Elise De Kock

"A Touch of Madness were the hosts and venue for my recent 40th birthday party. What a fabulous space! We booked the front room and ordered an..."

Jane Dean

"ATOM is fast turning into one of my favourite Sunday lunch spots. It helps that this place feels like Sunday no matter which day of the week you..."

Ami

"It's always tough trying to find a Christmas Party venue for a small group where you aren't going to be charged an exorbitant amount, and also where..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Very cute little space hidden away in Observatory.This place is well priced and just a great place to meet up with friends and have a cold beer..."

Wez_Undercover

"Obs is unique. If you're lucky enough to find a parking spot with your second turn around the block, while walking to your eatery of choice, you'll..."

Lindie White

"Popped in for a quick lunch. Had the steak and ale pie and the falafel pita. Food was good, portion size was filling without being excessive. Amazing..."

Kshethra Naidoo

"Cute place! Checked it out coz I had friends who provided live entertainment (so that excellent!). The aesthetic and vibe of the restaurant is very..."

Liezl

"A wonderful little place with a style that is unequalled. I love their menu. Hearty food at reasonable prices. Amazing beer selection.the staff Jay..."

Eshaam Samaai

"I'm now a regular at A Touch of Madness since it has recently re-opened. First impressions on walking in are cosy, eclectic with lots of..."

Rachel Gregorowski

"I'm surprised the average rating isn't higher for this gem! I've been a few times and while I've noticed a few issues I've put them down to the place..."

Leah Van Deventer

"I love the new decor! Their Sunday Funday burger special was awesome! Even though we only arrived at 5 the waiter took our order quickly and the..."

Mia Kruger

"What a lovely establishment! A real gem in Observatory. We only had time for a glass of wine and some chilli poppers but will definitely be back for..."

Karen Eksteen

"I have been walking past this beautiful house for some time always wishing to go there. Friday night I got to go and it was a lovely experience. The..."

Jana Esterhuysen

"What an amazing place! Fresh, delicious food with plenty of veggie options, good drinks menu (craft beer, check), good chilli sauce, and a dash of..."

Glen Tyler

"Patrick is one of the best waiters I ever seen You guys were super busy, the restaurant was at capacity, and he was fantastic! I appreciate a server..."

Bobbin Sar Steyn

"Good food, reasonably priced. I ate there twice in the same week - lunch & supper. There was a nice buzz in the evening - though didn't have the same..."

Jean-Ray Knighton Fitt

"Great restaurant and brilliant staff. I hosted a birthday dinner here. What makes this place unique is that it was a house converted into an..."

Rofhiwa Nthangeni

"I never leave reviews but I had to for this place. the owner Pooven is one of a kind as goes the extra mile to create a welcoming space. he made my..."

Vuyo Polson

"I don’t normally leave reviews but I feel compelled as the food was absolutely exquisite. the one waiter called Patrick his brilliant such a nice..."

Young Youthful

"The atmosphere was amazing! Very homey and hidden nooks and crannies all over the house. Our waiter, Bobby, did such a great job serving us. He was..."

Nicole Smith

"Came here for pre drinks, cosy atmosphere, a great place to chill and start your evening, 4 stars because the big window in the ladies toilet needs..."

Tiffany Erasmus

"Phenomenally run place, with a great atmosphere, great food and awesome live..."

Austin Le Roux

"A go-to fave! Don’t come here expecting formalities or to be waited on hand & foot. The space is quite big & the team is great at making you feel..."

Nicole W

"Went for dinner last night. They have ladies night on a Thursday so there are discounts on some cocktails. We had the ribs and the pavement special. ..."

lynne klein

"Food was incredible. Best homemade hot chocolate I've had. Definitely recommend, affordable prices..."

Saveshnee Govender

"It is, as the name suggests, a touch of madness. The menu is hilarious with things like "Roadkill and Mash" and "A Chicken called Basil." Quality of..."

Lisa

"touch of madness never disappoints when it comes to their food and margaritas! From mussels to wings to pasta - they’re good! Definitely a must..."

Shay Woods

"Popped in to listen to se local jazz musicians doing there thing. Fantastic music and enjoyed the "homey" feel to the place. Well priced drinks, fair..."

Robert Haupt

"Trendy, upbeat restaurant offering indoor and outdoor seating in one of the most Boho suburbs in Cape Town. Beautiful garden seating out back with a..."

Darren

Obz Cafe

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"My first visit to Obz Cafe was a delight. The service was efficient and friendly. The vibe is cool and relaxed, the food is awesome from first sight..."

Carol Brand

"The heritage design is awesome but it comes second to the flame grilled chicken � they offer, I was staying in Mitchell’s Plain but when the..."

Nhlamulo Svr Theophelus

"Great vibe. Great food. Great staff. Nice relaxed..."

Jeff Williams

"Absolutely phenomenal! Still the only place to serve food that puts my mind on a trip as well as my taste..."

Kelly Wolfaardt

"Awesome food, great service, fabulous vibe. On my list of..."

Sonja Januarie

"Every time we visit Cape Town (which is every year sometimes twice) we get an uber to come here and have food and a couple of beers. Excellent food..."

Mark Nobby Noble

"Really lovely place with beautiful faces and beautiful music. Best place I have been to in Observatory...."

Uvile Binase

"Sat at the table on the sidewalk and had great food and a couple of drinks with friends. Watched the world go by. Great..."

Anton Greeff

"They deserve all the stars .... will done on service, and bring gracious. I'm so glad the waitress was rewarded after such terrible humiliation. God..."

Anthony Williams

"Good location if you don't mind street parking. Warm, cosy atmosphere. Service is decent. Food is pretty good with great drinks options. Good value..."

Damian

"Popped in here for dinner with a friend. It was my first time actually sitting down. Although I always order on UberEats. Very generous serving of..."

Busisiwe Mavundla

"Staff is really friendly and accommodating. Restaurant has a unique, rustic serges tic which provides for a great atmosphere and feel. Food is good..."

Pavansingho23

"The munchy crunchy burger is so so good. Service was a bit slow, but that won’t stop me from coming again. Nice atmosphere and has that..."

Liza

"Such a lekker easy vibe here.Perfect for students!Cocktails are delicious and all priced at R65.Menu is extensive and has..."

Caryn Rajh

"I keep coming back to this place! They have amazing cocktails and pizza deals for those who enjoy to save a buck or two. The staff is supper friendly..."

Sabom Nzenzo

"I had the Pizza and the lime milkshake. I really did enjoy the pizza with bacon, it's the thinnest pizza base I have seen.Some food is..."

Keletso Moloto

"I went there on a Friday. The food and margaritas were great. I just wish the music was better when they decided to turn it into a dance floor. But..."

Tshepang

"Had the delicious Chicken & Broccoli Pasta. At first I was mesmerized by the amazing green colour of the dish and even more mesmerized by its amazing..."

Chelseaaghachi

"The food is absolutely delicious, no matter what you order (except for the fries). Their veggies are super good, and so are their burgers. Delicious..."

Loes Gsn

"Whenever I'm in Observatory and need a quick, yet fulfilling meal, I opt for Obz Cafe. Of all the restaurants on Lower Main, it comes top. Their half..."

Ivi Malotana

"Had a fantastic time here on Friday night. Really great vibe and awesome food accompanied with friendly service. Most of us had the burgers which, I..."

Ben B

"Really great burgers (fantastic basting) and ultra thin base pizzas - the 4 topping pizza sliders are a sweet deal! Will definitely be back for..."

Skye MacInnes

"Obz Cafe has a satisfying selection of food at reasonable prices. Their burgers are fantastic. The restaurant has a casual, lively atmosphere that is..."

Wade Profe

"This is truly one of those places in Obz that you have to visit. One of the best restaurants around here. Very beautiful place, spacious too. Perfect..."

Hlonipho

"Ohhh, where do I begin?? Firstly, the cafe has a modern in the woods cabincto it. My way, of saying it is cosy. The waiter was not only friendly but..."

Mpho Mokoena

"What a great experience I had at Obz Cafe. Jason our waiter was attentive, had nice manners and made wonderful recommendations. The service was..."

Robin

"First time visiting this little spot. I really liked the warm feeling of this cozy little cafe/restaurant/pub. The exposed brickwork, grey material..."

Chris Rafael

"The second time I order this amazing prawn and avo salad. Really impressed with their food and with ordering online. The portions are quite large and..."

Kirsty Grace Weiner

"Went for the first time last week Sunday, I had awesome service from Jack, I enjoyed the pizza as an entertainer user, I ordered pulled pork and the..."

Alex The Entertainer

"Obz Cafe is definitely one of the more sophisticated cafes in observatory, I don't think I've ever been here when it wasn't busy it's cosy and the..."

Akhona Khumalo

"Everybody who has travelled to or lived in Cape Town will have some sort of opinion about Observatory. Some might say Obs is the ‘student..."

I Love Foodies

"Been wanting to go there for a while just haven't found the time. Made an order on uber eats of ribs and prego wings. The ribs were a great..."

Kudzai Sachikonye

"Loved the food, without doubt the best in the area (and further afield). Cocktails are amazing. Waiter needs customer service training (the..."

Justice Levi

"Loved Obz cafe, especially since they have a cocktail happy hour- variety of delicious cocktails available and the food was also great. I had a..."

Mishka

"Phenomenal food, friendly service, wonderful vibey atmosphere. Highly recommend this venue for dinner and drinks on any occasion. We will definitely..."

Candice Backhouse

"Obz Café is always a favourite whenever we’re in Observatory and this time was no different. We visited for a light dinner and left very happy. I..."

Matthew Kretzschmar

"My friends suggested this place for a long needed catch up session. The vibe and decor is really really good. I spent half the night admiring the..."

Thembakazi Sonwabe

"The food I have had so far has not disappointed me , I felt it was value for money . The service and the ambience is nice and cozy . not..."

Tanya

"I absolutely love Obz Cafe! The food is always delicious and the staff is lovely and service is good. The vibe is great for a celebration with..."

Jessica Bow

"This place is legendary if you find yourself in Obz.Their menu is awesone, offering a vast array of choices..... pretty much something for..."

Barbara Ann Hall

"I recently visited Obz Cafe on a whim and was pleasantly surprised by the cozy atmosphere and vibrant décor. Although, on this particular occasion..."

Keenan Naidoo

"Enjoy obz cafe's pizza's and milkshakes. They get rather busy so it's always good to make a booking. The last visit was awhile ago but I remember..."

Ulisha Moodley

"When things don't work out according to plan, one sometimes stumbles upon some real gems. We wanted to have ribs at Sticky Fingers, but it seems the..."

Lindie White

"Great food, great atmosphere even though they were out of calamari the night we were there we still had an amazing meal! #happycustomers..."

Monique Van Wyk

"What a great restaurant with good service. I had a chicken burger which was yummy and had a very generous portion of avocado. We could all sit in a..."

Charné

"Wow! Had such a great time here with friends. Good service and a nice, chilled vibe. The chicken burgers are highly recommended by three of us. Would..."

Emma Bowen

"The overall experience at Obz Cafe was very pleasant , food had a nice twist and provided a nice surprise. The service was fast and efficient with a..."

SIMONE ANDREA LOUISE Bezuidenhout

"Had an awesome time at this lovely restaurant. Best pizza i've had in a very long time! Great place to take your partner and have some bonding time...."

Wessel Van Wyk

"Great Great Vibe. Waiters are friendly and attentive. Really enjoyed having a relaxed dinner there. And the pizza is awesome. Keep up the good work..."

Shimoné Kritzinger

"Got to love a good restaurant in the vibey student haven of Obs. Albeit a bit pricey, the food never disappoints and always serves to reward a hard..."

Jess Weisz

"So a few friends and I find ourselves wondering observatory, hungry and in serious need of a little boozy pick me up that will house us comfortably..."

Officialdenise95

"Walked in for an afternoon lunch a few weeks back. Service was fine and the pizzas were tasty. Visited again with a friend to just sit outside and..."

Melanie Du Toit

"Absolutely loved the ambiance! I had the lamb kofta pasta... very tasty. Service was great. Waiters were very nice and quick to help. Cannot wait to..."

Juliana Pita

"Really enjoy the food here but the service can be a little bit slow. The waiters are very friendly though. Definitely would recommend the Philly..."

Jade

"Why did you change the menu?! The mushroom burger was my favourite ... enjoy the vibe and sercice. But always there for the burger. The service is..."

Georgie Lockwood

"The newly designed Obz Cafe is great for a formal yet informal treat. Their menu is divine and there is something for everyone. I love their oxtail..."

Wanita Webbstock

"I went here before the renovation and after and even though they changed their menu somewhat I wasn't disappointed. I usually go for one of their..."

Ryan Harrison

"Oh hot damn, what a burger. We chose this spot specifically for their burger menu and although when we arrived they had actually changed the menu..."

Jenny Sarah Coulson

"GREAT atmosphere! Would definitely recommend if you're trying to go out for a nice dinner and want to dress up a bit. The service was great for my..."

Angelina Hong

"Obz Cafe has a great ambiance and a decent menu. A cozy spot to decompress after work. Craft draughts on tap, if that's your thing. The service is..."

Willie Knoetze

"I was told to try this cafe by one of my good friends and I am so happy that I did. The pizza I had (with smoked salmon) and the Philly chicken were..."

Deee

"A place to visit 100 times in one lifetime! The small plates are affordable and seriously amazing. Affordable, attention to detail, relaxed and ........"

Greta Van Rensburg

"They have a few selected food delicacies that are mouthwatering but some are a miss. Amazing service very fast and polite. It's reasonably priced as..."

Jain Halder

"Dr blue burger 🍔 was delicious 😋 I loved it with a beer 🍺😄 The service was a little bit slow, they only had one waiter and it was a busy..."

Nosiphiwo Ntisa

"Bought take away coffees early on a Sunday so the venue wasn't busy at all to give a fair rating regarding atmosphere. We were attended to as soon as..."

Gemini Blue

"It's a lovely vibe place especially during the week. I ordered a pizza and it was delicious. We had to ask the waitress for attention because she..."

Lauren Tichart

"Service was okay. The food was good also. It's nothing special. We just went for a quick lunch. The staff were friendly. It's on Lower Main Road so..."

JESSE GREENFOREST

"I was reluctant to give Obz Cafe a review. Firstly we had a booking scheduled at 9:30am, but the store only opened at 10am. I was on the verge of..."

Chad

"Great food, great specials, great vibe. Unfortunately, on both occasions - the evening was met with an unpleasant dose of attitude from the waiters...."

DAL Retail

"Cosy atmosphere, staff were friendly and welcoming short visit but very pleasant, gourmet burgers were tasty , Dr Blue - highly recommend this one..."

Tiffany Erasmus

"Went last night was a great vibe meat platter was fresh and delicious our waiter was the guy with dreadlocks unfortunately forgot his name but he was..."

Siya

"Staff is friendly and nice 😊 but the pizza wasn’t that great, could barely taste the chicken and mayo on the pizza but their milkshakes were..."

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