Chapter 7: Multi-National Cuisines
Cape Town is filled to the brim with multi-national cuisines with restaurants specialising in dim sum, sushi, pho, moussaka and many more! Whether it’s a multi-course dinner you’re after or a quick bite to eat, the Mother City has you sorted.
Bombay Brasserie
Cape Town’s most elegant dining room also happens to serve the city’s most mouth-watering meals, which are all skillfully prepared using traditional ingredients.
Why go?
Offering an opulent, yet classic, setting, the restaurant indulges in a glittering atmosphere and an Indian-inspired menu created by world-renowned Chefs from India.
Serving choice Indian dishes & wine in an intimate chandelier-lit dining room, Image Credit: Bombay Brasserie
Details
a: The Taj Hotel, 1 Wale St, Cape Townt: +27 21 819 2000w: www.tajhotels.comh: Monday to Saturday 16h00 – 22h30
Momiji – Tjing Tjing
As the latest addition to Tjing Tjing’s three-level Japanese dining concept, Momiji is inspired by the structure and detail of a classic Japanese kaiseki menu, with the food veering towards fine dining with a Tokyo twist.
Why go?
The sophisticated, minimalist décor exudes traditional Japanese elegance and makes for the perfect fine-dining backdrop in this one-of-a-kind space.
Offers understated space showcasing their talented kitchen team’s creativity, Image Credit: Momiji – Tjing Tjing
Details
a: 165 Longmarket St, Cape Townt: +27 21 422 4374w: tjingtjing.co.za/momiji-2h: Thursday to Saturday 12h00 – 21h00
Thali
Thali takes you on a visual journey where intricate postcard art, kaleidoscopic patterns, vibrant colour and Indian intrigue abound. The interiors and garden area make for an exotic and unique eating experience.
Why go?
The menu doesn’t conform to conventional Indian cuisine, but incorporates traditional ingredients and techniques to make for some exquisite Indian-fusion.
Contemporary Indian restaurant around the concept of “thali”, Image Credit: Thali
Details
a: 3 Park Rd, Gardenst: +27 21 286 2110w: www.chefswarehouse.co.za/thalih: Monday to Saturday 18h00 – 21h30
Torii – Tjing Tjing
You’ll find this brightly coloured street-food joint at street level, where the electrifying, Harajuku-inspired décor reflects the palate-popping menu.
Why go?
This is the perfect place to grab a glass of Tjing Tjing’s signature house wines and catch up on life with friends—the ideal spot when you’re looking to hide away from the bustle of the rooftop bar upstairs.
Offering modern Japanese culture and cuisine, Image Credit: Torii – Tjing Tjing
Details
a: 165 Longmarket St, Cape Townt: +27 21 422 4374w: tjingtjing.co.za/torii-2h: Tuesday to Saturday 12h00 – 21h00
Maria’s Greek
Open since the 1950’s! Maria’s is one of Cape Town’s oldest and most loved restaurants. Situated on charming Dunkley Square in the old part of the city, loyal guests return for lunches, dinners, mezes, baklava, chunky Greek salads, and other favourites.
Why go?
This warm and comfortable taverna-style eatery serves hearty, flavour-packed Greek food that takes no prisoners, and has been doing so for years. The food is organic, green and free-range where possible.
Flavour-packed Greek food, Image Credit: Maria’s Greek Café
Details
a: 31 Barnet Street, Dunkley Square, Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa, 8001t: +27 21 461 3333w: facebook.com/MariasGreekCafeh: Monday 11h00 – 22h00, Tuesday to Saturday 08h30 – 22h00 and Sunday 10h00 – 16h00
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Featured image credit: Valentin B. Kremer
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