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The Happy Uncles

Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50
Fine Dining
100 R102, Salt River, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
(457 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • Serves Halaal
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50

A humble group of chefs that know their way around ingredients and flavors.

Gourmet Guide Description

The first fully Halaal fine dining restaurant in South Africa was a happy accident. Originally a food production facility, it evolved into a small, intimate restaurant that draws a variety of diners to this unlikely site on busy Voortrekker Road in industrial Salt River.

Service during your four-, six- or eight-course lunch or dinner is attentive and hands-on with a touch of theatre. After an innovative amuse bouche you’ll be captivated by the small seasonal, foraged tart that belies many ingredients like asparagus, edamame beans, sugar snap peas, salted plum, atchar, edible flowers, freshly smoked broccolini and an avocado and pea mousse. Every course is coupled with an aromatic tea–this course is paired with peach jasmine oolong. Chef Anwar Abdullatief has created an unforgettable vetkoek served on a cauliflower custard and mixed herb crumb with a savoury fig and plum chutney. Its companion? Caramel blue spicy tea.

Chef Anwar and his talented team change the menu every two months, with every dish inspired by nature and designed around their space, team, and operation. They focus on humble ingredients, bringing them together to craft works of art with flavours that truly resonate.

Reviews (457)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.7
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.7
  • Joseph O. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Feb 25
    So much more than we ever expected. An absolute taste sensation.

  • Dalaal S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Yusuf A. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ridwaan B. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Safeyah D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Feb 25
    Loved the experience from start to finish

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

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Feb 25
    Lovely atmosphere and incredible food. Made for the best date night.

  • Liyaqat M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nabeelah S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nicole N. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 09 Feb 25
    Our dining experience was truly exceptional! The highlight of the meal for me was the muffin with the Springbok spread—it was simply divine. Every other dish was also well-prepared and delicious, though my least favorite was the pear dish served in the hands-shaped serving bowl, which didn’t quite appeal to my taste. The service was outstanding from start to finish. The staff were warm, welcoming, and attentive, ensuring that our drinks were always topped up and that our cutlery was cleared promptly. Their knowledge of the menu was impressive, as they took the time to explain each dish in detail, adding to the overall experience. I chose this restaurant to celebrate my husband's birthday, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. He thoroughly enjoyed himself, and the entire evening became an unforgettable experience for us both. One of the standout moments was when the chef personally visited our table to introduce himself and explain the starter—a thoughtful touch that made us feel even more special. I’m eagerly looking forward to visiting Barakat and returning here to explore a new menu. If this experience is anything to go by, I have no doubt it will be just as incredible!

  • Timea T. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 02h00
  • Saturday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED