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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
(1066 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 (1066)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Christi v. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Oct 25
    Marvellous taste explosions are in abundance in this innovative and refreshingly unpretentious culinary re-imagining, bringing the best of South African cuisine to the fore, all beautifully plated. And the gluten-free options did not take a backseat, being as tasty and pretty as the originals.

  • Jasmine V. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Oct 25
    For a seafood lover, this is a fantastic restaurant to enjoy our local catch. Every course was amazing, but our favourite was definitely the vis en pap — it truly brings local flavours to a gastronomical level! We’ll definitely be back soon for another treat.

  • Daniel L. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 20 Oct 25
    The restaurants in Cape Town are so on top of everything. From Nandos to Galjoen and more. Each dish a revelation.

  • Renate L. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 19 Oct 25
    The most exquisitely delicious food and fabulous service. Absolutely superb in every way. Can't recommend highly enough!

  • Matthew T. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 18 Oct 25
    Not worth the cost. Service was great. Food was less than what would be expected at Michelin star prices. Wine pairing was mediocre at best. Highlights were the bread service (vetkoek with fish carpaccio) and dessert (pistachio and berry). Most fish dishes were overcooked including katsu swordfish and yellowfin tuna. Would not recommend.

  • Michael C. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Robert Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 09 Oct 25
    Impeccable and beyond expectation!

  • Silvino C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
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