Cape Town, South Africa
Opa! Cape Town’s top 5 Greek restaurants
Ouzo, souvlaki and plate smashing at Cape Town’s best Greek spots
Cape Town’s Greek food scene is as lively as a summer night in Athens, blending old-school tavernas with bold, design-led spots redefining Mediterranean dining. Some keep it classic – slow-roasted lamb, crispy calamari and endless meze in family-run spaces where sharing is non-negotiable. Others bring a fresh take, plating inventive dishes in sleek, modern settings that push Greek cuisine forward. From souvlaki to saganaki, here’s where to find the best Greek food in Cape Town – no passport required.
01
Ouzeri
Our first visit to Ouzeri took us by surprise – Ouzeri’s Cypriot and Greek-inspired menu felt so refreshingly different. Chef Nic Charalambous dives into rustic, bold dishes that deliver serious flavour without relying on fancy presentation. Anari dumplings with burnt tomato butter are comforting and rich, while coal-seared tuna with pickled fennel flowers brings a bright, layered kick. Master Studio’s design adds to the charm, with arched niches, mosaic floors and whitewashed walls that feel straight out of the Aegean. Paired with small-batch wines served in classic tumblers, every element here – from the food to the atmosphere – makes for a memorable, joyful meal.
Ouzeri
58 Wale St
CBD
Cape Town
South Africa
Photography courtesy of Ouzeri
02
Kiki
Chef Scott Walker’s 2025 spot Kiki is lively yet chic – bringing the flavours of Athens to Sea Point’s Regent Road with a fresh, modern touch. The menu is built for sharing, from meze like fava bean dip, tzatziki and saganaki to heartier dishes like kleftiko lamb shoulder, chargrilled fish and Alaskan crab linguine. The space, with its whitewashed walls, blue tiles and candlelit tables, feels both familiar and elevated. The bar keeps the energy up with inventive cocktails and a Mediterranean wine list. End with loukoumades drizzled in chocolate and pistachio or the citrusy portokalopita with olive oil ice cream. Greek flavours, Cape Town cool!
Kiki
85 Regent Rd
Sea Point
Cape Town
South Africa
Photography courtesy of Kiki
03
Mykonos Taverna
Dance, plate smashing and tons of food – on the last Saturday of the month, Mykonos Taverna turns into a full-blown Greek celebration. The rest of the time, it’s a lively spot for authentic flavours rooted in family tradition. Originally opened by Peter Peroglou in the 1980s, it’s now run by his son, Dimitri, who keeps the legacy alive with signature dishes like slow-cooked kleftiko lamb shank and crispy golden calamari. The menu spans mezze, grilled meats and seafood, all served in a warm, welcoming setting. Whether for a casual meal or a feast, Mykonos Taverna remains a Sea Point favourite for bold Greek flavours.
Mykonos Taverna
267 Main Rd
Sea Point
Cape Town
South Africa
Photography courtesy of Mykonos Taverna
04
Mythos
At V&A Waterfront, Mythos brings Greek dining to a lively setting with views to match. The menu is packed with Mediterranean favourites, from kleftiko slow-cooked to a family recipe to souvlaki straight off the grill. We recommend one of the meze platters for two – whether it’s the seafood selection with calamari, mussels and taramasalata or the mixed platter with keftethes, souvlaki and peri-peri chicken livers, it’s the perfect way to sample a bit of everything. With warm hospitality, al fresco seating, and plates made for sharing, it’s the kind of place where ordering “just a few small dishes” inevitably turns into a full-blown Greek feast.
Mythos
Breakwater Blvd
V&A Waterfront
Cape Town
South Africa
Photography courtesy of Mythos
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The Greek Fisherman
We adore this quiet courtyard right on the bustling Regent Road – a rare retreat from Sea Point’s nonstop energy. The Greek Fisherman, a family-run taverna originally at the V&A Waterfront, has been serving authentic Mediterranean dishes since 1992. Its peaceful courtyard, with a central fountain and shaded seating, is perfect for lingering over a feast of meze – grilled octopus, halloumi saganaki or biftekia. The slow-roasted lamb in the oven is a standout, and the melt-in-your-mouth calamari is a must. End with chocolate baklava and a glass of dessert wine.
The Greek Fisherman
78 Regent Rd
Sea Point
Cape Town
South Africa
Photography courtesy of The Greek Fisherman
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