You know those restaurant reviews where the critic rates the restaurant based on the food, the price, the venue's perceived coolness? This isn’t one of those posts. I’m going to be talking about which restaurants are producing the most delicious sushi based on taste and taste alone. If you’ve lived in Cape Town for longer than two days, you’ve probably given the sushi a try. While the standard is generally good across the board there are a few spots that definitely deserve more recognition and some which make me question reality. If you happen to set foot in the V&A mall around lunch time, you’d be forgiven for thinking there was some kind of celebrity meet and greet happening in the vicinity of Aldos and Woolworths with a queue threatening to reach the walkway. Has Cristiano Ronaldo made a guest appearance? No, it’s just the adoring fans for some of the best sushi in town. Willoubys & Co is second to none. The 4 X 4 and rainbow reloaded is my go to whenever I go to this part of town. Yes it’s a little Joburg style with the restaurant being in a mall but that certainly hasn’t detracted from its success. They don’t take bookings which gives a hint of the demand readily available at the location. Kyoto Garden is a little on the low key side of life, being half tucked away in a little nook on Kloofnek below across the road from Millers Thumb (another seafood gem) but that’s kind of how most fans prefer it because if the secret was out - we’d probably never get a booking. Expect a wide selection of super fresh sushi and sashimi with a side of all the classics like miso soup, tempura options and some deliciously fragrant curries - if you’re into a bit of a bite. The food is a force to be reckoned with. Kyoto is currently offering a tempting six course tasting menu for two at R1400. Courses consist of sushi, squid, palate cleanser tempura, lobster, dessert (a selection of black sesame, matcha and miso ice cream hmmm). This option is available from 5:30pm to 11pm Monday to Saturday. Another great sushi spot in the Cape Town Waterfront - should the queue at Willoubys be slightly too long for your liking - I’m kidding - but you’re not keen to settle for Nobu (lets be honest, great hotel location but nothing like the taste of Nobu worldwide) would be Balduccis Asian Noodle and Sushi Bar. Since its part of the Balduccis brand you already know the service is going to be on point but the the freshness of the melt in your mouth sushi especially the perfectly constructed Tamaki and the Tuna Takaki makes it a yes from me.
There are a couple of other contenders for good sushi, Haiku, Harbour house, Saigon and even Nuri (although this one is more fusion style sushi than the authentic Japanese offering) but Willoubys, Balduccis and Kyoto are the ones I make a point to visit when I’m in Cape Town. Willoubys: +2721 418 115 Kyoto Garden: +2721 4222001 Balduccis: +2721 421 6002 Haiku: +2721 424 7000 Harbour House: +2721 418 4744 Nuri: +2721461 8719 Saigon: +2721424 7670 See more Cape Town lifestyle posts here.
17 Comments
6/29/2018 08:06:57 am
I think I'm going to have to take the initiative to try sushi. I can't believe I haven't yet. I've always wanted to go to Cape Town and now I have a reason to.
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6/29/2018 12:08:50 pm
Hands up I am awful for sticking to a diet when there is good food around. These sound like some delicious sushi options for those in the area.
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6/29/2018 12:20:47 pm
I think my favorite food to eat out is sushi. Sushi is quite healthy so I never feel like I am breaking my diet.
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6/29/2018 02:59:59 pm
I am not a fan of sushi since I don't eat seafood but your pictures of the food and drinks are gorgeous. It almost makes me want to try some of these items!
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6/29/2018 05:49:30 pm
I love sushi. I would love to try it. Cape Town seems like a great place to visit.
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6/30/2018 08:44:56 am
I'm always up for a good sushi. I mean come on, that looks absolutely mouth-watering who would say no.
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Gen
6/30/2018 06:15:13 pm
Omg. Im drooling! I can eat sushi everyday!
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7/1/2018 07:50:12 am
Can you believe I have never tasted sushi? I know, that's just so wrong, one of these days I'm going to literally go out and have them. Your photos make them look so enticing and thanks for the honest reviews , very much needed these days.
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7/1/2018 01:14:43 pm
If you are going to get me to destroy my diet, the perfect way would be to take me to a sushi place. I love sushi and this here looks delicious and amazing.
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Joanna
7/2/2018 05:36:37 am
I do like sushi but I feel that there is never enough for a full meal. I do like it though and recommendations on where to have the best sushi are always welcome! :)
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7/2/2018 01:24:28 pm
What a cool post! My niece loves sushi, I need to send her the link to this post. Thanks for sharing! :)
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Kiwi
7/2/2018 05:47:58 pm
I was just talking to a friend of mine about visiting CapeTown soon! I love sushi and I will definitely keep this spot in mind when I go there!
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