Kalk Bay Restaurants

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  • 1. Olympia Café

    $$

    This tiny Kalk Bay institution with its mismatched tables and open kitchen is much beloved by locals as a super-casual destination for consistently excellent food and a great cup of coffee. The quality of the mostly Mediterranean fare is high, and the servers sassy (some might call it something else). The chalkboard menu changes regularly, but expect dishes like seared tuna with crushed potatoes and lemon mayo, or roast duck on egg noodles teriyaki-style. Great soups—think bacon and bean or tomato and lentil—are served with legendary ciabatta. There is always a great pasta dish on offer (linguine with tuna and cherry tomatoes, anyone?), as well as creative salads and numerous sweet temptations from the bakery. Lines are the norm at peak mealtimes and reservations are not accepted, so be prepared to wait.

    134 Main Rd., Kalk Bay, Western Cape, 7975, South Africa
    021-788–6396

    Known For

    • Amazing treats from the café's bakery around the corner
    • Fantastic fresh seafood and unpretentious Mediterranean fare
    • No reservations often means waiting for a table

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
  • 2. Harbour House

    $$$$

    Built on the breakwater of a working harbor, this iconic seafood restaurant has an unbeatable location—waves are known to crash against the huge plate-glass windows at high tide and many tables literally feel perched over the sea. Large, light filled, and orchid adorned, this jaw-droppingly beautiful space of white wood and lots of decking makes the perfect place to enjoy fresh seafood. The fish of the day is usually a reliable choice, with angelfish, kingklip, and tuna often available. Other dishes that rely more on the freshness of the seafood (oysters and calamari) than the brilliance of the chef will also surely satisfy. Accompaniments may be a disappointment, though, considering the prices, which are high by local standards (visitors enjoying good exchange rates might not even notice). However, the view really does make up for a lot. There's also a tempting dessert list.  If you're looking for something a bit more casual and affordable, try sister restaurant Live Bait, which is just downstairs, makes great fish & chips and other seafood combos, and is privy to the same great view.

    Main Rd., Kalk Bay, Western Cape, 7975, South Africa
    021-788–4136

    Known For

    • Insane sea views from just about everywhere
    • Freshness of the seafood

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 3. Kalky's

    $

    Right on the harbor, this cash-only establishment is the first choice for a generous portion of fish and chips. It's a great setting, and watching the waves break over the harbor wall when the sea is pounding (and you are inside) is thrilling, just be aware that the seagulls will fight for your leftovers, as will Robby, the resident seal. 

    Kalk Bay Harbour, Kalk Bay, Western Cape, 7975, South Africa
    021-788–1726

    Known For

    • Popular fried fish and chips
    • Fast and no-frills establishment
    • On the harbor
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