Simon's Town Dining & Seafood Guide
Sample fresh linefish, West Coast mussels, and Cape Malay curries steps away from the ocean.
Culinary Highlights
Regional Seafood & Maritime Flavors
Dining in Simon's Town offers a rich mix of Cape Dutch, Cape Malay, and South Atlantic maritime cooking styles. Local menus emphasize freshly caught linefish like Hake, Kingklip, and Snoek, alongside West Coast mussels simmered in white wine garlic sauce.
Don't miss sampling authentic Cape Malay seafood curry, seasoned with tamarind, turmeric, cardamom, and coconut milk, served with yellow rice and fruit chutney.
5 Recommended Restaurants Near Boulders Beach
| Restaurant Name | Cuisine Style | Price Range | Location / Address | Key Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaforth Restaurant | Seafood & Grill | $$ - $$$ | Seaforth Beach, Seaforth Rd | Floor-to-ceiling sea views, calamari, mixed seafood platters. |
| The Salty Sea Dog | Traditional Fish & Chips | $ | 2 Wharf Street, Harbour Dock | Casual harbor dockside dining, fried hake & thick chips. |
| Black Marlin Seafood | Fine Dining Seafood | $$$ - $$$$ | Miller's Point, M4 Highway | Historic farm homestead 5 km south; ocean garden seating. |
| Saveur Restaurant | European & Seafood | $$ - $$$ | Boardwalk Centre, Waterfront | Gourmet burgers, West Coast mussels, marina patio. |
| The Lighthouse Café | European Bistro & Bakery | $$ - $$$ | 90 St George's Street | French bistro decor, wood-fired pizza, artisan coffees. |
Dining Insider Tips
If you are visiting Boulders Beach during lunch hours (12:00 PM to 14:30 PM), book a table at Seaforth Restaurant in advance. Its glass deck sits right over Seaforth Beach, allowing you to watch wild penguins on the grass while enjoying lunch.
For a quick and casual meal, walk to The Salty Sea Dog at Simon's Town harbor. Ordering wrapped fried hake and chips to eat on the pier wall is a favorite local tradition.
Dining FAQs
No. Food and single-use plastic bottles are prohibited inside the SANParks turnstiles to protect penguins. Restaurants and cafes are located right outside gate entrances on Seaforth Road.
Saveur Restaurant and The Lighthouse Café on St George's Street offer vegetarian pasta, fresh salads, and vegan pizza choices.
