126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe

126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe Welcome to 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe, a vibrant sanctuary in the heart of Bo Kaap that celebrates Malay and Indian flavors intertwining with the spirit of this colorful neighborhood. Inspired by the picturesque homes filled with delightful aromas, 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe takes you on a culinary journey where every dish tells a perfected tale, capturing the essence of their culture and creating a nostalgic embrace of childhood memories using only the finest locally sourced ingredients. Whether you walk-in or book your table, come and relish in the soulful aromas and flavors that will speak to your heart. (

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09/09/2026
Cape Malay food has always known how to feed people well and the buffet is proof of exactly that. Haleem that's been sim...
07/09/2026

Cape Malay food has always known how to feed people well and the buffet is proof of exactly that. Haleem that's been simmering long enough to earn it, bredie that tastes like someone's grandmother made it, and a dessert spread that makes the end of the meal feel like the beginning of something else entirely.

Halaal certified | Dinners every Friday & Saturday | Book your table via link in bio.

From the first flame to the final spread, every detail of the Cape Malay Buffet is handled with intention. The slow simm...
05/09/2026

From the first flame to the final spread, every detail of the Cape Malay Buffet is handled with intention. The slow simmer, the careful plating, the dishes that have been perfected over generations - this is what it looks like when a kitchen takes its food seriously.

Halaal certified | Dinners every Friday & Saturday | Book your table via link in bio.

Bo-Kaap’s food culture has always been passed down through kitchens, family gatherings, and streets where every househol...
03/09/2026

Bo-Kaap’s food culture has always been passed down through kitchens, family gatherings, and streets where every household had its own version of the same beloved dish. The Cape Malay Buffet brings all of that to one table - rich curries, slow-cooked bredie, warm samoosas, and desserts that remind you why this food has lasted for centuries.

Halaal certified | Dinners every Friday & Saturday | Book your table via link in bio

01/09/2026

A Cape Malay breakfast is built with intention - spices measured by memory, eggs cracked just right, every element given its moment before it earns its place on the plate. This is how the morning begins at 126, long before the first guest sits down.

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

30/08/2026

The sizzle, the stir, the slow simmer - and then, the spread. This is the Cape Malay Buffet, from the first flame to the final plate.

Halaal certified | Dinners every Friday & Saturday | Book your table via link in bio.

There's nothing subtle about a Cape Malay spread and that's exactly the point. Every dish arrives bold, every flavour ha...
27/08/2026

There's nothing subtle about a Cape Malay spread and that's exactly the point. Every dish arrives bold, every flavour has history, and every plate on that buffet table carries the kind of intention that only comes from cooking that was never meant to be ordinary.

This is food that knows where it comes from.

Halaal certified | Dinners every Friday & Saturday | Book your table via link in bio.

There's a reason Cape Malay food has been passed down for generations - it was never meant to be rushed, never meant to ...
25/08/2026

There's a reason Cape Malay food has been passed down for generations - it was never meant to be rushed, never meant to be quiet, and never meant to be anything less than extraordinary. The Cape Malay Buffet at 126 Cape Kitchen & Café brings that same spirit to the table with bold curries, slow-cooked bredie, warm samoosas, and a dessert spread that earns its place at the end of every plate.
Come, experience tradition.

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

Some endings are worth the whole journey. The kind of desserts that make you slow down, take one more bite, and complete...
20/08/2026

Some endings are worth the whole journey. The kind of desserts that make you slow down, take one more bite, and completely forget you had somewhere to be. That's what waits at the end of a Cape Malay Buffet spread - sweet, unhurried, and absolutely worth saving room for.

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

There's a particular kind of comfort that only comes from food that's been loved into existence. Slow-cooked, spiced jus...
18/08/2026

There's a particular kind of comfort that only comes from food that's been loved into existence. Slow-cooked, spiced just right, and served the way Bo-Kaap always intended - generous, warm, and made to linger over. The Cape Malay Buffet is that feeling, on a plate.

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

You've had breakfast. But have you had a Cape Malay breakfast? And if you think that's something - the Friday night buff...
15/08/2026

You've had breakfast. But have you had a Cape Malay breakfast? And if you think that's something - the Friday night buffet will make you rethink your entire evening plans.
At 126 Cape Kitchen & Café, Bo-Kaap tradition shows up twice - warm spiced plates and bottomless drinks in the morning, bold curries and slow-cooked bredie when the sun goes down.
Two meals. One address. All of it worth it.

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

13/08/2026

The Cape Malay breakfast will change how you feel about mornings. The Friday buffet will change how you feel about evenings. At 126 Cape Kitchen & Café, both are waiting for you and honestly, once you've had one, you'll be back for the other.
Which one are you trying first?

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

Some tables you visit once. Others you find yourself thinking about on a Tuesday, already planning your Friday.The Cape ...
12/08/2026

Some tables you visit once. Others you find yourself thinking about on a Tuesday, already planning your Friday.
The Cape Malay Buffet at 126 Cape Kitchen & Café is that kind of table - bold curries, slow-cooked bredie, warm samosas, and a dessert spread rooted in generations of Bo-Kaap tradition.

Halaal certified | Book your table via link in bio.

06/08/2026

In Bo-Kaap, a good meal has never been just about the food. It's about the spices measured by hand, the curries that simmer for hours, the table that always has room for one more. Every Friday and Saturday, that same spirit comes to life at 126 Cape Kitchen & Café through the Cape Malay Buffet - a spread that carries generations of tradition on every plate.

Halaal certified | Dinners every Friday & Saturday |
Book your table via link in bio.

Address

126 Buitengracht Street, Cape Town City Centre
Cape Town
8000

To get to Buitengracht Street in Cape Town, you have a few options for public transport and driving/parking:

Public Transport:
1. MyCiti Bus: Take the MyCiti Bus and get off at the nearest stop to Buitengracht Street. From there, it's just a short walk to your destination.

Driving/Parking:
1. From Cape Town International Airport: Take the N2 highway towards Cape Town city center. Continue on the N2 until you reach the Strand Street exit. Turn left onto Strand Street and continue straight until you reach Buitengracht Street.

2. From Cape Town CBD: Head west on any major road towards Buitengracht Street. Depending on your starting point, you can take Wale Street, Long Street, or Loop Street and turn onto Buitengracht Street.

Parking:
There are several parking options available near Buitengracht Street. You can look for street parking if available or use one of the nearby parking lots such as The Foundry Parking Garage or Mandela Rhodes Place Parking Garage.

Please note that these directions are general guidelines to reach Buitengracht Street in Cape Town and may not specifically lead to 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe.

Opening Hours

Monday 05:30 - 22:00
Tuesday 05:30 - 22:00
Wednesday 05:30 - 22:00
Thursday 05:30 - 22:00
Friday 05:30 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 22:00
Sunday 05:30 - 22:00

Telephone

+27 21 214 1234

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126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe is a vibrant sanctuary nestled in the heart of Bo Kaap, Cape Town. This restaurant is not just a place to dine; it is a celebration of Malay and Indian flavors that weave into the very soul of this colorful neighborhood.

The inspiration behind 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe comes from the picturesque homes in Bo Kaap, where rich aromas fill the air and warm your heart. With every dish on their menu, they aim to take you on a culinary journey, where each bite tells a perfected tale and invites you to savor the essence of their culture.

What sets 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe apart is their commitment to using only the best locally sourced ingredients. By doing so, they create dishes that are not only delicious but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and embrace childhood memories. The attention to detail in their food preparation truly shines through with every bite.

Whether you choose to walk-in or make a reservation through their convenient online booking system, 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe welcomes you to relish in the enticing aromas and flavors that speak directly to your soul. Located on Buitengracht Street, this restaurant is easily accessible for both locals and tourists alike.

If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience that combines reimagined Malay and Indian inspired cuisine with warm hospitality, then look no further than 126 Cape Kitchen & Cafe.