Bo-Kaap Kombuis

Authentic Malay Cuisine with a Stunning View! As someone who loves exploring traditional Malay cuisine, I decided to visit Bo-Kaap Kombuis, a restaurant known for its authentic Malay food. I walked nearly two hours (about 1.5–1.8 km) from my apartment so I could enjoy the beautiful Bo-Kaap neighborhood and its colorful houses along the way. I arrived around 2:30 pm, and even though the restaurant was quite busy, I was warmly welcomed. An elderly gentleman (possibly the owner) kindly offered me a seat at a four-person table and explained the menu in detail. His hospitality immediately made me feel at home. They had both à la carte and buffet options, and I chose the buffet to try as many dishes as possible. It included starters like samosas, kachoris, and fritters; main courses with bread, two kinds of rice, dal, vegetable curries, chicken curry, pickles, veggies, and the Bo-Kaap special bobotie. Everything was flavorful, but the bobotie was truly exceptional — rich, perfectly spiced, and absolutely delicious! A must-try dish. 😋 For dessert, they served Malva pudding, which was heavenly — soft, warm, and sweet in all the right ways. The restaurant offers a beautiful view of Table Mountain and the colorful Bo-Kaap houses, with interiors that reflect the same vibrant charm. The total bill came to 396 ZAR, which I felt was worth every cent for the quality, hospitality, and atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to experience authentic Cape Malay cuisine in a warm, welcoming setting!

Great experience! They had some issues with our booking but they sorted it out. Good is great. Nazli is a great hostess. She is nice and genuinely kind. It's such a community place. Such a great place!!

We had a big group that arrived without a reservation. We ate luscious food and talked with the delightful owners who wound up teaching us a fair amount of Cape Town history. We felt cared for and happy. We cannot recommend this highly enough, including for those who eat gluten-free or vegetarian. Just a wonderful neighborhood restaurant.

We had such a great dinner here! By chance there was a buffet that evening, so we got to try a bit of everything – and it was all super delicious. Lovely atmosphere, amazing view, and really friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Enjoyed our lunch. The food was extremely taste and over all a good hearty meal. Quality food and drinks. I found it to be a little pricy. Beautiful view of Table Mountain. Had a really good time. Will definitely be visiting again.

I was traveling on business with two colleagues and was to told to try Bo-Kaap Kombuis which has amazing SA food. We show up and the restaurant was closed for a private event. Nazli, who is the owner, came out and struck up a conversation followed by Joey, the husband and owner, and they invited us into a family event for a 70th birthday. What an amazing honor and the best experience I have ever had while traveling in 30 years. We were welcomed with open arms by everyone and the food was amazing. Thank you Joey and Nazli, your kindness touched me deeply.

I visited this amazing restaurant on my last night in the Mother City. The food is next level. The service and hospitality were fantastic. I was there for the buffet night. Plenty of options were available. The views out the back, of Tabletop Mountain, are a hidden gem.

We arrived at Bo-Kaap Kombuis to find it closed for a private 70th birthday celebration, but owners Joey and Nazil graciously welcomed us in anyway, treating us like long-lost family members joining the party. The authentic Cape Malay dishes we shared were absolutely divine - each plate bursting with the warm spices and rich flavors that make this cuisine so special. What could have been a disappointing evening turned into one of our most memorable dining experiences in Cape Town, thanks to the owners' genuine warmth and generosity. This is more than a restaurant; it's a home where strangers become family over exceptional food and even more exceptional hospitality.