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Den Anker

Bistro French Seafood South African
Location Pointer Pierhead, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001
4.5
(4597 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Rated 2019

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You’ll find us on the quayside of Cape Town’s Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where the Atlantic ocean meets the mother city. Take an umbrella shaded table on our terrace, at the African Queen bar, or in our streamlined interior, where wall-to-wall windows make the most of the picture - postcard backdrop of Table Mountain. Described by restaurant critics as one of the Waterfronts most popular pioneers were now celebrating our 30th anniversary.

Enjoy the friendly ambience . . . we welcome clients as a part of our family.

The menu revolves round Moulles Marinieres, Steak Au Poivre and Bitterballen or North Sea Shrimps flown in from Europe.

We import beers from small Belgian breweries to ensure a spread of different flavours and styles. Six of these are served on tap: De Koninck, Vedett Extra White, Liefmans Fruitesse, La Chouffe, and our house ale Anker Brew, brewed following a personal recipe from Den Anker’s Belgian founder, Denis Bouckaert. The latest addition is a Blonde that has been brewed under the Anker brand, aptly named – Anker Blonde.Try one of our 25 Belgian bottled beers, including Duvel, Kwak, Westmalle Tripel or St Bernadus to name a few.

We look forward to having you as our guest to welcome you in true South African style with a Belgian flair.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 11h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 11h00 - 22h00

Reviews (4597)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.7
  • Clem M. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 22 Jan 26
    A brilliant evening with brilliant service and great food

  • Fauna G. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 22 Jan 26
    Our waiter, Stephen, introduced himself and said it was his first night so if he couldn't answer any of our questions he would go and find the answer. He was absolutely charming and very good. The food, as always, was delicious. I had the steak tartare, really good.

  • Nicky Dined: 5 days ago
    2.5
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 20 Jan 26
    We were extremely dissapointed. Food was cold and bland. Mussels might have been fresh but served in diluted sauce. Waffel was cold too. Capachino's were cold.

  • Anders Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 20 Jan 26
    We really enjoyed the service, food and location, thank you

  • Herve R. Dined: 5 days ago
    3.3
    Food 0.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 20 Jan 26
    Good afternoon. Since yesterday . We are in bed due to food poisoning. We were at your restaurant on January 18 , 2026 We have eaten for the both of us . The vol au vent with mushroom and chicken . Just want you to be aware of it , if it’s the case with others guests . Thank you . Herve Rocheron

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