Fried fish preserved in a curry-based pickling liquid with onions, traditionally served during Easter.
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This is the spiritual home of Cape Malay cuisine. Their pickled fish follows a generational recipe that perfectly balances the turmeric-heavy curry base with a sharp vinegar tang and firm, flaky fish.
📍 2 Wale St & Pentz St, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001 · View on Maps
While the food is exceptional, the panoramic views of Table Mountain elevate the meal. Their pickled fish is known for a slightly sweeter onion profile that appeals to a wide range of palates.
📍 7 August St, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001 · View on Maps
They have successfully modernized a heritage dish by serving it on a fresh bagel. It makes the traditional Easter-time staple accessible as a year-round gourmet lunch option.
📍 102 Wale St, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001 · View on Maps
Eating here feels like being invited into a family home. Faeeza is a community icon, and her pickled fish is widely considered the most 'honest' representation of the dish in the city.
📍 1 Chiappini Ln, Schotsche Kloof, Cape Town, 8001 · View on Maps
Located right on the harbor, the freshness of the fish is unparalleled. It's a chaotic, communal dining experience that captures the soul of Cape Town's fishing history.
📍 Kalk Bay Harbour, Kalk Bay, Cape Town, 7990 · View on Maps