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Galjoen

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Seafood South African
Location Pointer 99 Harrington St, District Six, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
4.7
(999 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • WiFi
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100

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Galjoen is a South African sustainably-sourced seafood restaurant.

We serve a tasting menu where we showcase the beautiful seafood our country has on offer.

What makes us sustainable? Sustainability can mean different things to different people. Our approach is to serve only what is responsibly caught locally. If it’s not from South Africa, it’s not going on the menu.

By reservation only.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

One floor up on vibey Harrington Street, Cape Town, Galjoen is semiindustrial in feel, even a little retro, with one side overlooking buildings and the other facing Devil’s Peak. Here is a duo who are different, but united in their ethos of integrity when it comes to ingredients. Chefs and
co-owners Neil Swart and Anouchka Horn started their journey with a restaurant in the northern suburbs before opening Belly of the Beast through crowdfunding. After that resounding success, Galjoen followed.

Expect to find ABALOBI’s catch of the day rather than imported species. Local sourcing is paramount, as is seasonality. Reducing waste is also crucial, so be prepared to enjoy the less sexy cuts of meat and fish, creatively crafted into memorable plates. Both chefs, along with head chef Isca Stoltz, are constantly sharing ideas and conceptualising new
and innovative dishes.

The recipe is simple but effective – book for what could be a five-, six-, or even eight-course meal, disclose your (only-if-you-may-die) allergies, pay a set price, and simply show up. Entrusting yourself to this Harrington Street team is exciting, alluring, and always downright
delicious.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (999)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Franzelle G. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 10 Apr 26
    We booked via the Restaurant Week website and the menu received wasn't the one advertised. Although the food was still amazing, it would be good to update your Restaurant Week listing as it creates an expectation of certain dishes with your guests.

    Galjoen responded on Fri 10 Apr 26:
    Hi Franzelle, Thanks so much for your feedback and for joining us during Restaurant Week, we’re really glad you enjoyed the food. To clarify, we don’t publish a fixed menu in advance, including for Restaurant Week. What’s shown on the listing is just a sample to give a sense of the style and amount of courses. It’s a big part of how we work and what defines the experience with us. That said, we understand how this can create a different expectation, and we’ll review how we can communicate this better on the Restaurant Week platform. Appreciate you taking the time to share this, and we hope to have you back again soon.

  • Riyaad M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Anthony C. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 07 Apr 26
    Well presented. Food is tasteful and a great experience

  • Corne E. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Apr 26
    Food was amazing. The only reason I gave 4 stars, most of the explanations on the courses was somewhat delivered soft. Wine list also somewhat expensive

  • Nurhal Karaan A. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Apr 26
    It’s rare to have a dining experience where every single dish impresses—but this was one of them. My husband and I genuinely loved every course. The service was exceptional as well which made the experience even more memorable. It was absolutely worth the price and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

  • Pedro C. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Apr 26
    Lovely sea-inspired, varied tasting menu with excellent wine pairing and top notch service!

  • Laurent jacques schmitt L. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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