Ouzeri

The 18 Best Restaurants in Cape Town, South Africa | Eater

"Capetonians can’t seem to get enough of chef Nic Charalambous’s food, which draws inspiration from his family’s Cypriot heritage. Originally a pop-up, Ouzeri has now become a permanent restaurant set on Wale Street in downtown Cape Town. Located inside a bright white glass-fronted space, the restaurant feels like a casual Cypriot cafe, with simple wooden chairs and woven cushions set along banquette seating. The menu has a variety of small plates, like halloumi made by Charalambous’s sister-in-law, baked and served with dried honey and oregano, as well as grilled sardines with skordalia (garlic mashed potatoes) and fennel salad. It’s all delicious." - Mary Holland