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Live Bait Kalk Bay

Seafood South African
157 Main Rd, Kalk Bay, Cape Town, 7990, South Africa
(2277 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets

Situated in the picturesque old-world charm of Kalk Bay’s working harbour, Live Bait has an iconic location. Built on the breakwater, the restaurant has exquisite views overlooking False Bay and the mountains beyond on one side, and the colourful harbour on the other. With a wall of windows, it allows the outside in and creates a breath-taking backdrop to enjoy a meal.

From late July, the Humpback and Southern Right whales come into the bay to calf and are regularly visible to diners. In summer our sun deck allows diners to experience unforgettable outdoor seascapes.

All meals are simply prepared, with an emphasis on fresh flavours of seafood.

Reviews (2277)

4.4 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.3
Value 4.2
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.6
  • Marko F. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Bernhard W. Dined: 1 day ago
    2.8
    Food 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Feb 25
    I changed my reservation, but although receiving confirmation of this, the restaurant failed to make a note of it. I had the sardines, which didn't taste nice and fresh. There are no options for vegetarians and vegans.

  • Russ D. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 31 Jan 25
    Always a delight. A fabulous view, great service and the best grilled prawns.

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Fri 31 Jan 25:
    Good day Russ, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Ray C. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Jan 25
    Excellent

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Thu 30 Jan 25:
    Good day Ray, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Justin A. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jan 25
    Excellent comfortable dining at an affordable price.

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Tue 28 Jan 25:
    Good day Justin, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Kirsty B. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jan 25
    I had a birthday lunch at Live Bait. Emily was great with communication and helping with the logistics before the day. The staff were absolutely amazing and food was great (as usual). Thank you for making my day so special!

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Tue 28 Jan 25:
    Good day Kirsty, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Inge and Thomas D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Jan 25
    Very good -again and again…

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Mon 27 Jan 25:
    Good day Inge and Thomas, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Fiona D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Jan 25
    We had the table with the best view and ate mussels and smoked calamari which were completely delicious. Staff were very friendly. A memorable experience

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Sat 25 Jan 25:
    Good day Fiona , hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Jan E. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 23 Jan 25
    Loved our waiter!

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Thu 23 Jan 25:
    Good day Jan, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating and for your valuable feedback, it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

  • Charles B. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 23 Jan 25 (Guest left no comment)

    Live Bait Kalk Bay responded on Thu 23 Jan 25:
    Good day Charles, hope you are keeping well. We are thrilled that you have chosen our restaurant and had a good dining experience. Thank you kindly for taking the time to give us an awesome rating , it is highly appreciated. May you have a good week, and we look forward to having you join us again real soon – take care Warm Regards

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