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Galjoen

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Fine Dining Seafood South African Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 99 Harrington St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
4.7
(969 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 (969)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Clint S. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Erny H. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Renette M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Steve C. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 27 Feb 26
    We enjoyed a wonderful evening

  • Marissa G. Dined: 1 week ago
    2.8
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Feb 26
    Food was well-plated and unique, but unfortunately very salty! My partner and I also both fell ill the following day. What was most disappointing, however, was how rushed we felt during the meal. The dishes come out at the same time for the entire seating for the evening (which I acknowledged and was fine with when I made our booking), but we felt that the wait staff was constantly rushing us or trying to take away our food while we were still working on it (silverware still in hand and all). This happened several times to us, even though I looked around and saw that other tables were enjoying the same course. The wait staff seemed visibly annoyed when they would come by to clear the previous course and we weren't done. I'm glad I experienced Galjoen because it was high on my list of restaurants to try while I was traveling, but not sure if I would go again unless changes to service norms were made.

  • Pedro M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Feb 26
    A wonderful experience. Such a fantastic dinner. Everything was amazing. The food, the wine paring, the ambiance and the service. A special thank you to Million.

  • Nadia E. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Kay Y. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 22 Feb 26
    Just an amazing place, the tasting menu is superb together with the pairing wines. Staff are very knowledgeable and truly attentive. It’s a wonderful experience can’t wait to return.

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