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Rick's Cafe Americain

African Moroccan Seafood South African Tapas
Location Pointer 103 Kloof St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.5
(2297 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace

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Walking into Rick's Café Américain has the same feeling as walking into a friend’s home for dinner.
We are situated in the heart of cosmopolitan Cape Town on Kloof Street in a charming 135 year old Victorian building, decorated in a style reminiscent of the 1942 movie classic “Casablanca”…
The menu presents a seasonal selection of Global Tapas and a wide variety of dishes ranging from mouth watering Salads, Gourmet Burgers, fresh Seafood, mature Prime Steaks and Moroccan and Mediterranean Specialties
- "we serve Comfort food"
So come relax and enjoy yourself with either lunching on the Balcony, sipping sun downers on the roof deck or enjoy a delicious meal inside this historical buildings restaurant, and we will guarantee you'll want to "play it again.”
Our "Aviation" Cocktail Bar on the ground floor has one of South Africa biggest Beverage selection.
Our award winning selection of wines is sure to suit all tastes and features a wide selection by the carafe, with over 100 tequila brands and with wide over 200 Gin, Rum and Vodka options, plus many Single Malts, Scotch and US Whiskey's and other premium Spirits & and Liquors. ... we offer roughly over 500 beverage items.
- Spoilt for choice ?
We all look for that place to recommend as being "my favorite place", well in this case you might just have found it.
- We also do Corporate Functions, Private Parties and have free WIFI for all our patrons.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 02h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 02h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 02h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 02h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 02h00
  • Saturday 11h00 - 02h00
  • Sunday 11h00 - 02h00

Specials

Sunday Roast at Ricks Cafe.

We offer in addition to our a la carte menu a Moroccan spiced roasted leg of Lamb for only R185 ! Bookings are essential

  • 28 Jun 2026 - 2 Mar 2027
  • Sunday only: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 7 Feb 2025

Happy Hour

Enjoy fantastic discounts on our handcrafted cocktails and award-winning Woodstock Brewery beers on tap. Whether youre joining us for after-work drinks, sunset cocktails, or a late-night catch-up, theres always a reason to raise a glass at Ricks Cafe.

  • 9 Jan 2026 - 1 Jul 2027
  • Everyday: 15:00 - 18:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 9 Jan 2026

Every Wednesday is MARGARITA DAY

Enjoy 2 Margaritas made with El Jimador Blanco for only R100 - ALL DAY All day long! Grab your friends, sip, and make your Wednesday a little more festive.

  • 21 May 2026 - 21 May 2027
  • Wednesday only: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 21 May 2026

Brandy Special

2 x Double Brandy & Coke Special

  • 12 Aug 2026 - 31 Jan 2027
  • Available 24/7
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 12 Aug 2026

Live Jazz @ Our Bar

Roy and The Ricksters – with featuring artists. Please come early, as only limited number of seats are available.

  • 13 Aug 2026 - 31 May 2027
  • Fri-Sat: 19:30 - 22:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 13 Aug 2026

Lazy Sundays

Order a Mezze or Tapas Platter & enjoy 2 Complimentary Glasses of Pierre Jourdan Brut Classique

  • 13 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027
  • Sunday only: 15:00 - 19:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 13 Aug 2026

2 For 1 Burgers

Come enjoy our 2 for 1 Burgers ALL day, Every Monday.

  • 31 Aug - 31 Oct
  • Monday only: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 23 Aug 2026

Tajine & Wine Special

Every Tuesday, order any of our delicious Moroccan Tajines and enjoy a complimentary 250ml carafe of Cederberg Merlot/Shiraz Blend. Choose from: Lamb Shank & Prune Tajine | Lemon Chicken Tajine | Kefta & Tomato Tajine | Seafood Tajine | Spiced Lentil, Sweet Potato & Butternut Tajine (Vegan)

  • 30 Aug - 4 Oct
  • Tuesday only: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 23 Aug 2026

Reviews (2297)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.6
  • Bernard v. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 30 Aug 26
    Very cosy atmosphère (we ´d loved the wood fire!), very kind crew and delicious food ! We highly recommend this Cape Town’ s gem !

  • Ashante Dined: 4 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Matthew Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Madison Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 24 Aug 26
    Really enjoyed my afternoon at Rick’s and the atmosphere was phenomenal

  • Laura D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Aug 26
    Loved everything about Rick's Cafe! Upper patio is fabulous with both indoor (surrounded by glass) or outdoor seating. Friendly staff. Flavorful, well prepared food. Go!

  • Bets & Richard C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value N/A
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 16 Aug 26
    Rick's vibe and live jazz was the highlight of my weekend in Cape Town.Even got me up dancing... You guys groove😍😍😍😍

  • Colin S. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0
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