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Located at 84 Harrington Street, East City Grill & Yakiniku brings two dining concepts
under one roof — a celebration of South African heritage and Asian flair, led by Executive
Chef Jaycee Ferreira.
At East City Grill, Ferreira’s flame-led cooking and local Wagyu define a menu rooted in
South African tradition yet shaped by Asian influence and Cape Town’s modern edge.
Across the room, Yakiniku offers an immersive Japanese-style grill experience inspired by
Tokyo’s smoky yakiniku-ya, where guests cook, share, and connect around the flame.
Housed within a landmark hemp building designed by Wolf & Wolf Architects, it’s two
flames, one destination, and a new rhythm for the city.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h30 - 23h00
  • Wednesday 12h30 - 23h00
  • Thursday 12h30 - 23h00
  • Friday 12h30 - 23h00
  • Saturday 12h30 - 23h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (39)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Julie V. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 14 Jul 26
    This beautiful city spot combines sleek interiors with cosy corners and an excellent cocktail menu, making it the perfect place to linger. The Yakiniku Winter Menu was a standout, and cooking each course over the open grill built into our table made for a fun, interactive dining experience. We'll definitely be back to sample the à la carte menu. Oh and the egg fried rice – hands down the best in the city!

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Wed 15 Jul 26:
    Hi Julie, thank you so much for spending the evening with us and for such generous feedback. It's incredibly rewarding to know you enjoyed the experience from beginning to end. Our team puts a lot of care into creating something that's a little different, so it's wonderful to know it resonated with you. We can't wait to welcome you back for another evening around the grill.

  • Clara ribera Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 04 Jul 26
    excellence

  • Charlene L. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 28 Jun 26
    Great food feeds your stomach. Great restaurants feed the conversation. This place did both. We barely touched our phones.

  • Benita Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.7
    Food 5.0
    Value N/A
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 22 Jun 26
    Wonderful food and service. Pindi was the most amazing waitress, she explained everything beautifully and nothing was too much trouble. We will be back

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Tue 23 Jun 26:
    Option 1 – Warm & Grateful Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed both the food and service. Pindi will be especially happy to read your kind words — she truly is a star on our team. We really appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  • Lee R. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 22 Jun 26
    Absolutely incredible. The service, the experience was next level and the quality of the food/meat was exceptional. Far beyond our expectations. Ive travelled the world and eaten in some of the best michellin restaurants in Hong kong, Spain, London. This was definitely my top 3 out of all of them. Great for kids as well. Best fathers day . Definitely try it out

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Tue 23 Jun 26:
    Hi Lee, thank you so much for this incredible feedback. It really means a lot coming from someone with your experience dining around the world. We’re genuinely thrilled that your Father’s Day was such a special one, and that the food and service exceeded expectations. We’ll be sure to share this with the team — it’ll make their day:)

  • Vicky P. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 14 Jun 26
    Disappointing meal! We arrived at the restaurant and were taken to our table. We sat there for about 10 minutes without anybody coming to take a drinks order. Eventually my husband had to go to the bar and ask for a waiter to serve us. (apparently there was a misunderstanding and nobody knew we were at the table!) The menu states that you will be served 200 g sirloin, instead we were served about 100 g sirloin and 100 g brisket which was to share amongst two people. The brisket was so tough it was in edible. The menu also says six prawns which were to share amongst two people. Also know that there is a 12, 5% tip automatically added to our bill for2 people ( whether service was good or bad)

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hi Vicky, thank you for your feedback and I’m truly sorry that your visit left you disappointed. It sounds like we missed the mark from the very beginning with the delay in greeting and service, and I completely understand how frustrating that must have been. I also hear your concerns around the portions and menu expectations. This is not the experience we want for our guests, and we will be looking into it carefully with the team.

    Edited the review on: Tue 16 Jun 26
    The furnishing and cutlery and crockery were of an exceptionally high standard

  • Marius V. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 15 Jun 26
    Well done guys , you are phenomenal 🥂🥂

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hi Marius, thank you so much for the kind words! "Phenomenal" is a compliment we'll gladly take. We're delighted you enjoyed your experience with us and look forward to raising a glass with you again soon.

  • martin v. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 12 Jun 26
    Unbelievable food, care to attention, really really really great experience I will be back from my birthday

  • Courtney K. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 03 Jun 26
    I took my foodie boyfriend here for his birthday, and we were both thoroughly impressed. We're quite particular about where we dine and have high standards when it comes to atmosphere, cleanliness, service, and food quality, so it takes a lot to truly wow us. From the moment we arrived, every staff member went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience. The service was attentive without being intrusive, the ambiance was warm and inviting, and the food was exceptional. A special mention has to go to the signature cocktails, which surprised and delighted us with their unique and unexpected flavour combinations. The food alone makes this restaurant worth visiting, but it's the overall experience that really sets it apart. We would highly recommend it and are already looking forward to returning.

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Wed 03 Jun 26:
    Courtney, thank you so much for such a thoughtful review. We're honoured that you chose to celebrate your boyfriend's birthday with us and even more delighted that the experience lived up to your expectations. Knowing that discerning food lovers like yourselves enjoyed everything from the atmosphere and service to the cocktails and food means a great deal to us. Your comments about the signature cocktails will make our bar team very proud! We can't wait to welcome you both back again soon.

  • Juran H. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 May 26
    Amazing!

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Tue 12 May 26:
    Dear Juran, Thank you for your wonderful review and perfect ratings across all categories. We’re delighted to hear you had an amazing experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon

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