Quick guide to this curry crawl
From Bo Kaap to Kloof Street, every curry comes with a story. Whether you’re craving Cape Malay comfort or bright Thai herbiness. Here’s a must-try from each place. So, share a few plates and let your taste buds lead the way.
Biesmiellah
Biesmiellah keeps Bo Kaap tradition alive with generous portions and homely service. Try the Cape Malay lamb curry with cinnamon and apricot, served with warm roti. The sauce soaks in beautifully.
- Location: Wale and Pentz streets, Bo Kaap
- Contact: +27 21 423 0850
- Cost: Mains from about R160
- Website: biesmiellah.co.za
Vintage India Restaurant
Established in the year 2000 by Sudhir Vichare a fine entrepreneur who belonged to Mumbai. Vintage India offers authentic indian cuisine served with love and royal indian heritage. Their butter chicken is by far the best I’ve ever had. It’s creamy, warm and has the richest, freshest flavours. Safe to say- your life will never be the same…
- Location: 2 Hiddingh Avenue, Oranjezicht, Cape Town
- Contact: +27 21 4625106 | [email protected]
- Times: Lunch: 12h00 to 15h00 | Dinner: 6pm to 10pm
- Website: Vintage India Restaurant
Thali
Thali turns Indian flavours into a sharing, tapas-style experience. Choose the thali set with potato and pea curry plus three small plates for a proper tasting session.
- Location: 3 Park Road, Gardens
- Contact: +27 21 286 2110
- Booking: First come, first served; check site for special nights
- Cost: Set menus from about R285 per person
- Website: www.chefswarehouse.co.za/thali
- Social: @thali_capetown
Bordega Ramen
Bodega Ramen brings warming, umami-rich bowls to the city centre. Try a pork or miso ramen for a soothing, spice-friendly option that pairs well with pickles and a side of dumplings.
- Location: Bodega Ramen, 64A Wale Street, Cape Town, Western Cape 8001
- Contact: 078 241 3285
- Booking: Via Dineplan
- Times: Dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 6pm to 9h30pm
- Socials: Instagram @bodega_ct
Bao Down
Bao Down is an Asian-fusion spot known for pillowy bao and bold sharing plates. Try their Korean fried chicken bao bun (top choice).
- Location: 1st Floor, Exhibition Building, 79 Main Road, Green Point
- Contact: 066 022 1165 | [email protected]
- Times: Lunch: Saturday 12pm to 3pm | Dinner Tuesday to Sat 5:30pm – 9pm
- Booking: Reservations recommended for dinner
- Cost: Plates best for sharing, mains from about R120 to R180
- Socials: @baodownrestaurant
Go with friends, order a few sides and pass the dishes around. Cape Town curries taste better shared.
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