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Galjoen

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Fine Dining Seafood South African Vegetarian Friendly
99 Harrington St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
(788 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • WiFi
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100

Galjoen is a South African sustainably-sourced seafood restaurant.

We serve a tasting menu where we showcase the beautiful seafood our country has on offer.

What makes us sustainable? Sustainability can mean different things to different people. Our approach is to serve only what is responsibly caught locally. If it’s not from South Africa, it’s not going on the menu.

By reservation only.

Gourmet Guide Description

One floor up on vibey Harrington Street, Cape Town, Galjoen is semiindustrial in feel, even a little retro, with one side overlooking buildings and the other facing Devil’s Peak. Here is a duo who are different, but united in their ethos of integrity when it comes to ingredients. Chefs and
co-owners Neil Swart and Anouchka Horn started their journey with a restaurant in the northern suburbs before opening Belly of the Beast through crowdfunding. After that resounding success, Galjoen followed.

Expect to find ABALOBI’s catch of the day rather than imported species. Local sourcing is paramount, as is seasonality. Reducing waste is also crucial, so be prepared to enjoy the less sexy cuts of meat and fish, creatively crafted into memorable plates. Both chefs, along with head chef Isca Stoltz, are constantly sharing ideas and conceptualising new
and innovative dishes.

The recipe is simple but effective – book for what could be a five-, six-, or even eight-course meal, disclose your (only-if-you-may-die) allergies, pay a set price, and simply show up. Entrusting yourself to this Harrington Street team is exciting, alluring, and always downright
delicious.

Reviews (788)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Heinrich B. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Edward L. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 22 Nov 24
    Excellent fun

  • Nikki S. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 20 Nov 24
    Fabulous

  • Nicole D. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 19 Nov 24
    What a lovely evening. Everything was wonderful. While it is hard to give 5 stars for value at that price point in our South African economy if one can afford it, it is worth it. There were elements of each dish that were incredible and made the food intriguing, inspiring and memorable.

  • Francois D. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Ryan G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Julie H. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Sheila K. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Philip V. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Jeff T. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 13 Nov 24
    May be the best meal of an extended trip including Paris. Creative, well executed, interesting and delicious. Each course described from knowledgeable passionate staff. The wine pairings are not to be missed. Thoughtful, delicious and local and perfectly matched to each dish

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Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED