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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
(1031 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

Specials

Winter Lunch Special

Galjoens winter lunch brings together comforting flavours, beautifully prepared seafood and a dining experience that feels warm, inviting. Begin with warm bread and mussels, followed by an elegant take on fish and chips, before ending with a comforting baked dessert. The menu shifts subtly from day to day, guided by the freshest local catch and ingredients available.

  • 15 May - 31 Jul
  • Thu-Sat: 12:30:00 only
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 15 May 2026

Reviews (1031)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.6
  • Peter B. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Penny B. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 30 May 26
    An exceptional fish and seafood fine-dining experience with innovative flavours that delight and surprise the palate. The atmosphere is inviting, the service impeccable, and Chef Isca was wonderfully accommodating of dietary requirements. A memorable dining experience and a must-visit for fish & seafood lovers. Highly recommended.

  • Axelle B. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Yves R. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • stephen g. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.7
    Food 3.0
    Value N/A
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 24 May 26
    The vegetable dishes and sashimi were well executed and quite tasty. The fish dishes, however were disappointing— overcooked and over sauced.. far too many ingredients and competing flavors .. and one dish that had fish with several heavy cheeses topped with a cheese wafer was just a gloppy, unfortunate creation… could not get beyond the first bite. While service and staff were very nice, the experience felt a little rushed . Did not live up to expectations.

  • Charlene S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 24 May 26
    Keep up the good work we had a wonderful lunch and hope to be able to come again soon. This winter special was a real treat 🌊

  • Fabricio Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Kimberly B. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Gerald T. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 22 May 26
    The Food was excellent and the dishes so creative and tasty , the tableware was so creative and appropriate, and the Cheese dish was amazing. The staff was very friendly and caring. well done guys 🫶

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