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Join us on our beachfront patio, or inside our beach cottage restaurant for a truly unique dining experience. We have arguably the best views Melkbosstrand has to offer and a menu to suit with a selection of seafood dishes that will surely win the attention of your taste buds even if you can't take your eyes off the view.

Since our humble beginning over twenty five years ago, we have been striving to create a remarkable atmosphere, service and menu that we constantly improving.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h00

Reviews (625)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.8
  • Karen W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Jun 25
    Best seafood restaurant in Cape Town!

  • Andrew W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Jun 25
    The best fish restaurant in Cape Town.

  • Caitlin W. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 14 Jun 25
    Incredible food at an incredible price. The best place to go in Melkbos for seafood. The decor could be made a bit more comfortable (cushions, comfier chairs) but that’s the only feedback! I will be back

  • Hennie v. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • ANTON P. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Jun 25
    Excellent service from management and staff, great food and the ultimate setting makes Cafe Orca a special dining experience

  • Rob T. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 12 Jun 25
    Always a great experience with outstanding food - Thank you Cafe Orca Team

  • Jurgen Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 10 Jun 25
    Tuna steak is a winner.

  • Caroline Blank Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 09 Jun 25
    Always fabulous

  • Michelle C. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 09 Jun 25
    Always excellent service and food!! The standard has never dropped. We've been coming to Cafe Orca for the past 15years!

  • Santi R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 09 Jun 25
    The best seafood!!!!

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