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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 (27)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.4
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Ute Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 18 Apr 26
    What an experience! It was our first time, but definitely not our last! The table grill is a fascinating and fun experience, the meat was great, and not to forget the excellent recommendations by Nigel, the sommelier!

  • Christine-Ann P. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Apr 26
    A fantastic treat. I last had a Yakiniku grill in 1977 at a restaurant on Somerset Road frequented only by Japanese and Korean fishermen. What I particularly remembered was being introduced to wagyu beef and the cucumber salad. I loved it then and have never found anybody else that had been there to discuss it with. This new experience in the Yakiniku at East City Grill Yakiniku was so much more, glamourous venue, food was sublime and is to be enjoyed by all who try it.

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Tue 14 Apr 26:
    Thank you for your beautiful review, Christine! It’s a privilege to be part of such a meaningful culinary memory, especially one that stretches back so many years. We’re delighted that your experience with our Yakiniku offering lived up to—and even elevated—those expectations. We look forward to hosting you again soon.

  • Heino R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 09 Apr 26
    This was our first time trying out the Yakiniku option at East City Grill and it definitely did not disappoint. What an amazing experience! The variety of food was top class with superb small dishes before the delicious meat to grill to your own liking. The amount of food was more than sufficient. I can highly recommend to any person wanting something different at fine dining quality. Well done to the team!

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Thu 09 Apr 26:
    Hello Heino, Thanks for sharing this! We love introducing guests to our Yakiniku offering, and we’re delighted it made such a great impression on your first visit. It’s especially rewarding to hear that the quality, variety, and overall experience stood out. We hope to see you again soon for round two!

  • Tammy W. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ian D. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 29 Mar 26
    The best of the best. Atmosphere exceptional, staff lovely and food outstanding

  • natalie D. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 28 Mar 26
    Fabulous restaurant. Beautiful food and service. We love Korean BBQ so this was a perfect upmarket approach with a Japanese and African flair. Our waiter Jazz was lovely. Thanks

  • Karl Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 26 Mar 26
    Excellent Japanese dining with high standatd of service. Original decor.

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Fri 03 Apr 26:
    Hey Karl, many thanks for your kind words. We’re glad you appreciated the attention to detail across both the dining and the atmosphere. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back again in the near future.

  • Rene Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 11 Mar 26
    Everything about this place is 5 stars! A fabulous dining experience. Can't wait to go back.

    Yakiniku at East City Grill responded on Wed 11 Mar 26:
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Rene. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous evening and that every aspect of your visit stood out for you. Our team works hard to create memorable dining experiences, so your kind words mean a great deal to all of us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another special visit.

  • Ina F. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 07 Mar 26
    A lovely evening and excellent experience! Thank you.

  • Andrew Ihsaan G. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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