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Eastern Food Bazaar offers a budget-friendly version of bobotie in a loud canteen-style setting. The value is hard to beat. — City Bowl

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13:00 for canteen-style crowd.

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The Golden Dish serves the legendary Full House Masala Steak bunny in a cash-heavy environment. It is a pilgrimage site. — Athlone

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19:00 for busy dinner.

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Vandiar’s serves a more refined version of bobotie with high-grade spices in a quiet restaurant environment. It is well-presented. — City Bowl

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19:00 for dinner.

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Biesmiellah is a historic pioneer in the Bo-Kaap with a recipe that hasn't changed in decades. The atmosphere is no-frills and dry. — Bo-Kaap

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12:00 for lunch.

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Mariam's Kitchen serves a quick and cheap version of bobotie for the city office crowd. It is punchy and satisfying. — City Bowl

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13:00 for busy office lunch.

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Aneesa’s serves a heavily sauced and juicy steak bunny with a secret spice blend. It is a local favorite in Wynberg. — Wynberg

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18:30 for dinner.

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Sunrise Chip 'n Ranch is a gritty and honest local favorite that serves massive and messy bunnies. It is a legendary post-party stop. — Mowbray

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Late night for post-party snacks.

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The Burner is considered the most authentic Durban-style bunny chow stop in the city. The bread is famously fresh and soft. — Bellville

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12:30 for authentic lunch.

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Faeeza serves her signature bobotie in a cozy tea garden setting in the heart of Bo-Kaap. The recipe is family-owned. — Bo-Kaap

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12:00 for lunch.

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Lekker Vegan serves the absolute best plant-based Gatsby using high-quality meat substitutes. The atmosphere is modern and hip. — City Bowl

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21:00 for late-night vibe.

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Prashad Cafe is the absolute best spot for vegetarian and vegan curry options. The flavors are deep and complex. — Rondebosch

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12:00 for lunch.

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Food Inn India offers a functional and fast curry stop on Long Street with 24-hour service available. The prices are very low. — City Bowl

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02:00 for late-night food.

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The Roadhouse is one of the few remaining drive-in restaurants where you can eat in your car. It is a nostalgic stop. — Bellville

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22:00 for drive-in experience.

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Super Fisheries serves a unique seafood gatsby featuring fresh snoek and slap chips. It is a massive local specialty. — Athlone

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11:30 for fresh gatsbys.

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Cosy Corner serves a rich and heavy curry platter that allows you to taste multiple variants. It is a local favorite. — Wynberg

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13:00 for lunch.

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