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YU offers a contemporary take on Asian dining to the Foreshore in the heart of Cape Town.

Our philosophy is one that pushes the boundaries of Japanese cuisine, with our unique style of Izakaya dishes.

Opening Hours

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

Reviews (763)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.4
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.6
  • Pam Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 12 Jul 26
    Excellent all round

    YU Restaurant responded on Mon 13 Jul 26:
    Hi Pam, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear you had an excellent experience all round at YU Restaurant. Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share them. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Mike S. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 12 Jul 26
    Enjoyed all the main dishes our group had, but the ginger crumble dessert could have had a bit of sauce on it.

    YU Restaurant responded on Mon 13 Jul 26:
    Hi Mike, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad to hear your group enjoyed the main dishes, and we appreciate your note about the ginger crumble dessert. Your suggestion about adding a little sauce is helpful, and we will pass it along to chef. We hope to welcome you back to YU Restaurant again soon. The Team

  • Niky Dined: 5 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 09 Jul 26
    Delicious food, great service, a bit pricey but not over the top.

    YU Restaurant responded on Mon 13 Jul 26:
    Thank you, Niky, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed the delicious food and great service at YU Restaurant. We also appreciate your honest note on pricing and are glad you still felt it was reasonable overall. We hope to welcome you back again soon. The Team

  • Will Dined: 6 days ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 08 Jul 26
    Everything was amazing besides the music! Could really do with a new playlist which is far less energetic / dance orientated.

    YU Restaurant responded on Wed 08 Jul 26:
    Hi Will, Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your feedback. We are delighted to hear that everything else was amazing, and we appreciate your note about the music. We will certainly take your comments on board as we review the playlist to create a more relaxed atmosphere. We hope to welcome you back to YU Restaurant again soon. The Team

  • Megan A. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 04 Jul 26
    Still one of my favourite restaurants in Cape Town. So underrated. Highly recommended.

    YU Restaurant responded on Wed 08 Jul 26:
    Hi Megan, Very much kind words for making YU Restaurant one of your favorite spots in Cape Town. We are thrilled to hear you find us underrated and highly recommend us. Your support means a lot to our team, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Marysia A. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Pahira Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Jun 26
    Excellent service and delicious food

    YU Restaurant responded on Wed 08 Jul 26:
    Hi Pahira, Thank you for your kind words. We are so glad you enjoyed the excellent service and delicious food at YU Restaurant. It means a lot to our team to know we made your visit a great one. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Natalie F. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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