Location: Fish Hoek
Top Restaurants in Fish Hoek
Top Things to do in Fish Hoek
Top 10 restaurants in Fish Hoek, South Africa
Fish Hoek (Afrikaans: Vishoek, meaning either Fish Corner or Fish Glen) is a coastal town at the eastern end of the Fish Hoek Valley on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula in Cape Town, South Africa. Previously a separate municipality, Fish Hoek is now part of the City of Cape Town. As a coastal suburb of Cape Town, Fish Hoek is popular as a residence for commuters, retired people and holidaymakers alike. The traditional industries of 'trek' fishing and angling coexist with the leisure pursuits of surfing, sailing and sunbathing.
Things to do in Fish Hoek
1. Cape to Cuba - Kalk Bay
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 640 reviews
Cape to Cuba was created by the van Vuuren family way back in 1999 and going from strength to strength! Nominated as one of the 100 coolest restaurants on the planet with our unique décor, ambience, sandbar & whale watching from our deck and bar! We made the first Mojito in this country and have sold close to 4 million to date, and are known for our legendary cocktails. Our line fish is served fresh from the harbour daily. One of our specialties is a chocolate chilli fillet steak, a favorite with our regulars for years. We sell cigars, Panama hats, shirts and skirts from the island. Live music every Sunday 4 to 7 in our beach bar. For parties and functions we offer fabulous platters or individual tapas & in the restaurant special set menus.
Reviewed By davidhzsl - Billericay, United Kingdom
Really great bar with great sea views. Exceptional value, Cocktails were to die for and worked out less than £5 each! Really quite deceptively large area with tables & Seating outside with pure white Sand inside and outside! Thoroughly recommend a visit.
2. Harbour House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Harbour House Restaurant is located in the heart of an old working fishing harbour.Come and experience fine dining as the waves splash up against the windows while you enjoy the freshest seafood and line fish caught from our own boat.Window tables are a must so Reservations are essential!
Reviewed By BURTONWiltshire - Wiltshire
This is our 5th holiday to SA, and we have eaten at a number of fabulous restaurants over the years. This ranks as one of the poorest dining experiences we have had to date. We booked months in advance and were seated away from the main dining area and felt completely away from it all. There was no atmosphere at all. The menu promised well, my Sushi starter was great, but the Yellowtail main was really disappointing and was set on an oversized bed of garlic mash, with a few green beans and a little rocket, the mash was way too heavy and boring (I felt like I could have knocked the dish up at home). My husband chose a prime cut fillet of beef, it was massively salted and we have absolutely no idea what prime cut this was, the mushroom mousse was tasteless, cannot really comment further. We came away feeling we could prepare better food ourselves. Maybe we chose badly, but we felt this establishment is probably benefiting from its location and past reputation. Sorry to feel so disappointed.
3. Olympia Cafe and Deli
Overall Ratings
4 based on 789 reviews
A favourite of locals and tourists, come and enjoy a meal or buy something from the bakery shop
Reviewed By CTandyou - Cape Town Central, South Africa
The service and the kindness of the waiters was absolutely perfect.
Helpful, fun, apparently some of them have been working there for over 15 years....which tells they are happy doing what they do and call it a life style.
The food was absolutely delicious and i can highly recommend the oysters and mossels for sea food lovers.
The jazz was at the back where the actual baking happens.
The smell of bread and pastries is present.
You can buy bottles of wine and take them with you whilst seated.
The sound was good.
It was a great great experience !
Bravo Olympia and well done to the promoter.
4. The Foodbarn Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 937 reviews
At the Foodbarn Restaurant, we serve the food that Franck is famous for … delicious and decadent ‘fine-dining’ style food but in a super relaxed and characterful old barn.At the Deli during the day, you are invited into our ‘home-from-home’ by the tantalizing aroma’s of the fresh bread and the best coffee in the Valley, the uber friendly and caring service, chef Joccelyn’s delicious creations, and more.At night the Deli is transformed into a delightful tapas bar serving inspired dishes with amazing textures and flavours.Whichever Foodbarn you are in … we look forward to spoiling you
Reviewed By EAJDOxford - Oxfordshire
What a gem! The French-born chef certainly knows how to serve up a good lunch. Without doubt this is the best eating experience in Cape Town. It serves classic French-style food without all the gimmicks currently conjured up by some of the other top restaurants in the city and surrounding area. It is pleasantly situated in a farmstead setting and firmly focused on giving the diner an exquisite experience. As a top end restaurant it is also reasonably priced. We prefer lunch so that we can take in the ambience of the little village but we have also been there for dinner, which was equally memorable. Everything was cooked to perfection and the wines were very palatable. Encroyable, as the French would say.
5. Octopus Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
The Octopus' Garden Restaurant gets its inspiration from the Beatles song. Ringo Starr was inspired by the tendency of Octopi to collect shells & stones to create an environment/ 'Garden' in which they live 'Under the Sea'. A warm, quirky eclectic vibe, with friendly, sassy staff that make you feel like you have just entered someones lounge. A selection of the finest (locally brewed craft beer) gourmet pizzas and a quirky, interesting menu that suits vegetarians, vegans and carnivores. Best grilled chilli poppers in town!!! There is a large beer garden and shaded courtyard with fairy garden, childrens organic jungle gym and treehouse. Dogs are very much welcomed and are even catered to on the menu Octopus garden. We serve many Vegan and Vegetarian meals.
Reviewed By GillianRightford - Cape Town, South Africa
How this restaurant has a rating of 4.5 is beyond me. Very limited menu: only pizza. Didn't have many of the ingredients for the limited menu. Service diabolical or non-existent. Then. The wait. Food took an hour and a half and only appeared when I threatened to leave. Another big table left while I was complaining, they hadn't even been served! Apparently a chef hadn't pitched up but that doesn't explain the limited menu and lack of ingredients. So many good restaurants in Cape Town. Please don't bother with this one. Used to be good and now? No. Just no.
6. Bistro Sixteen82
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 830 reviews
Named after the year in which Steenberg was established, Bistro Sixteen82 first opened its doors in 2009, and has been the tapas and bistro-style Darling of the dining world ever since. An innovative and interactive wine and food destination, the Bistro sits adjacent to Steenberg’s winery, and spills into its surrounding indigenous Gardens with a terraced dining area leading to reflective water features, unfurling into views of the magnificent stone Mountains and expansive winelands. The Bistro Sixteen82 menu is a constant evolution, keeping up with seasonal produce and featuring inventive dishes that compliment the finest locally sourced ingredients. With Breakfast, Lunch and late-afternoon Tapas menus to choose from, the Bistro provides fine dining with an inimitable contemporary spirit. Executive Chef, Kerry Kilpin, love to create food which is seasonal, flavourful and bursts with freshness. "My greatest inspirations are derived from significant occasions in my life. On my travels to Thailand I developed a love and passion for Asian food. From shopping at the local food markets to creating my first authentic Thai dish, I was in heaven. You will notice a common thread in what I do and who I am. Love. I cook with love and my food is love." Internationally, Bistro Sixteen82 has been recognised in the list of 20 of the World’s Best Winery Restaurants by Canada’s renowned Wine Access magazine. Locally, listings included prominent mentions in Fleur du Cap’s Top 100 Places; Eat in Cape Town; and EAT OUT’s Best Bistros list.
Reviewed By susieQ321_12 - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Firstly the wine tasting, well organised, knowledgeable, friendly staff and fabulous wine. The Capensis chardonnay is great, I don't drink much white wine but we visited a second time just for this wine. The setting is beautiful, modern and relaxing.
The bistro -1682 was very good, popular and trendy. We had the chef's choice as we wanted to try something different, all were tasty and well delivered. A good place to visit to enjoy good wine and food in a lovely setting.
7. Bhandaris Indian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By Dave C - Durban, South Africa
We ordered veg Korma and Lamb Korma. Average quality mains with above average Naan bread. No cutlery provided and a scarcity of front of house staff meant we couldn't even attract the attention of someone for help. We ate with the serving spoon.
Ordered a second round of drinks once we finally waved our hands and called out to a passing waiter... never arrived.
How the heck do you hope to remain in business?
8. Live Bait in Harbour House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 442 reviews
Reviewed By Stewart_Tauber - Keswick
During the month we stayed in Kalk Bay my wife and I visited Live Bait a few times and found the staff and food very good.
If you get a table by the Windows it is great for people watching over the harbour. It is always busy in the evenings so we usually got in around 6pm and always got a table.
9. The Sweetest Thing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By postscript65 - Cape Town Central, South Africa
One of the great joys of travelling is uncovering a gem - often hidden and of sparkling quality. So it is with the Sweetest Thing which bursts into life from inauspicious beginnings. In fact you could blink and miss the petite entrance opposite the Simon’s Town shipyard. Enticed by the shopwindow of exquisite gateaux, the shop opens into a raised Seating area then reveals a secret courtyard.
The breakfast menu is just a treat with rosti to die for, superb eggs benedict and a host of other delectibles.
Service, presentation and ambiance all top class. Ripe for a franchise??
10. Brass Bell
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Food, Fun, sea and sun are the essence of this spectacular venue which has views over the Kalk Bay harbour, Simonstown and all the way across False Bay. Enjoy a meal and drinks with friends in a relaxed and laid back atmosphere literally right on the ocean. During a high tide it is not a rare occasion for the waves to splash up against your table. Choose from our 8 different venues to enjoy a delicious meal or cocktail with a view. The Brass Restaurant & Pubs venue is an iconic institution and is continuously upgrading to ensure complete customer satisfaction. We aim to please!
Reviewed By QsOp
Surprised a friend for his 50th birthday and had dinner at the upper restaurant in brass bell. The food was great - my wife had the fish Kob (recommended by Jacky our hostess) for the first time and found it very delicious (new favorite), and...MoreGood morning Thank you so much for taking the time to write your 5* review. So glad you enjoyed all your meals and that you have a new favourite meal! We will pass on your lovely comments to our very efficient and pleasant waitress Jacky.
