Air-dried, cured meat marinated in vinegar and spices, a staple snack across Cape Town.
5 top-rated spots found
Frankie Fenner Meat Merchants
Traditional Grass-Fed Beef Biltong
Artisanal Butchery
· $$$
· Gardens
★★★★½ 4.8
450 reviews
Ethical SourcingLocal LegendArtisanal
9.7
Flavor
7.5
Value
9.2
Vibe
Frankie Fenner is the gold standard for ethical meat in Cape Town. Their biltong isn't just a snack; it's a culinary experience derived from grass-fed, pasture-reared cattle. The flavor profile is deep, earthy, and lacks the artificial acidity found in commercial brands.
📍 143 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001 · View on Maps
The Butcher Man
Wagyu Beef Biltong
Gourmet Deli
· $$$
· Green Point
★★★★½ 4.6
820 reviews
InstagrammablePremiumGourmet
9.4
Flavor
6.8
Value
8.8
Vibe
Located in the heart of Green Point, this spot offers a luxury take on the traditional snack. Their Wagyu biltong features incredible intramuscular fat marbling that melts at room temperature, providing a buttery texture unlike any other.
📍 105 Main Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005 · View on Maps
Auriol's Biltong
Moist Beef Biltong
Traditional Biltong Shop
· $$
· Somerset West
★★★★½ 4.9
310 reviews
Hidden GemLocal LegendAuthentic
9.9
Flavor
9.5
Value
6.5
Vibe
Widely considered by locals as the 'best kept secret' in the greater Cape Town area. Auriol's focuses on the perfect moisture-to-fat ratio. It is a no-frills establishment where the product speaks entirely for itself.
The Biltong Board excels in variety and customization. Their Chilli Bites are legendary for having a consistent 'snap' and a heat level that builds without overpowering the meat's flavor.
📍 158 Main Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8005 · View on Maps
J&M Biltong (Joubert & Monty)
Traditional Sliced Biltong
Heritage Biltong Brand
· $$
· V&A Waterfront
★★★★½ 4.4
1,500 reviews
ClassicReliableTourist Favorite
8.2
Flavor
8
Value
7.2
Vibe
While a larger chain, the J&M outlet at the Waterfront maintains a high standard of consistency that has made them a household name since 1942. It is the most reliable 'first-time' biltong for visitors.
📍 V&A Waterfront, 19 Dock Rd, Cape Town, 8001 · View on Maps