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Galjoen

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Vegetarian Friendly South African Seafood Fine Dining
Location Pointer 99 Harrington St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
4.7
(1091 reviews)
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Attributes

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

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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.

Opening Hours

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

Reviews (1091)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Tim C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Julia G. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Catey K. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 13 Nov 25
    Great meal, excellent service. Gorgeous restaurant

  • Jon S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 08 Nov 25
    We loved everything at Galjoen apart from we were next to a noisy table but that is not the restaurant's fault. Every course had really interesting flavours combined expertly and the cooking and presentation were excellent. Service was warm and efficient. Would really recommend Galjoen for a tasting menu that really tastes superb but without a hundred ingredients or fuss.

  • Joe J. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 08 Nov 25
    My partner was unfortunately ill when we arrived at Galjoen (nothing to do with the restaurant). We were seated with our Bread and Snacks course which both tasted and looked amazing. We could not finish the meal, which was a real shame as the earlier courses were some of the best fish dishes I have eaten. Despite this, the staff were really accommodating, did not make a scene and offered to organise transport home. Next time I am in Cape Town, I will definitely return.

  • Adam Z. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 06 Nov 25
    Delicious food, great venue, friendly service

  • Thomas K. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Patrick S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
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