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Cape Catch

Sustainable choices from ocean to table

Cape Catch

Seafood is part of Cape Town's story.

Cape Catch celebrates a collection of local seafood species served at participating V&A Waterfront restaurants. Discover seafood that's responsibly sourced, proudly local and full of flavour.

Enjoy exceptional seafood while supporting the ocean, local fishers and coastal communities.

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Local seafood. Better choices.

WHAT IS CAPE CATCH?

Cape Catch is the V&A Waterfront's sustainable seafood initiative.

Working with restaurants, suppliers and seafood experts, we've identified a selection of seafood species that are sourced locally and meet recognised sustainability standards.

It's a simple way to enjoy great seafood while making informed choices.

Healthy oceans, thriving communities and exceptional seafood are all connected. Cape Catch helps make supporting all three a little easier.

WHY CAPE CATCH?

The ocean is at the heart of Cape Town's identity, providing food, livelihoods and some of the world's most remarkable seafood. It also plays a vital role in everyday life, producing much of the oxygen we breathe, helping regulate our climate and providing food for billions of people around the world. Yet marine ecosystems are under increasing pressure from pollution, habitat loss and overfishing. Overfishing occurs when fish are caught faster than populations can recover, threatening the health of our oceans and the communities that depend on them.

Cape Catch was created to make sustainable seafood choices easier by connecting diners with local seafood that supports healthy oceans, coastal communities and responsible fishing practices.

Because good seafood should be good for the ocean too.

What is Sustainable Seafood?

Sustainable seafood is fish or shellfish that is caught or farmed in a way that protects ocean ecosystems, maintains healthy fish populations and supports the communities that rely on them. Simply put, it's seafood that can be enjoyed today while helping to ensure there will still be plenty for future generations.

What makes cape catch special

The Cape Catch Difference

LOCAL

Sourced from South African fisheries and aquaculture operations.

TRUSTED

Selected according to recognised sustainability standards.

TRACEABLE

Greater transparency about where seafood comes from.

COMMUNITY-MINDED

Supporting local fishers, producers and coastal livelihoods.

PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS

Meet the restaurants

Across the V&A Waterfront, participating restaurants are bringing Cape Catch to life through dishes inspired by our coastline.

Discover the chefs, stories and seafood behind every Cape Catch experience.

Den Anker

Belgian hospitality meets the Cape Town harbour at Den Anker, with fresh seafood, Belgian classics and an impressive selection of imported beers.

The Knysna Oyster Company

Fresh oysters take centre stage at The Knysna Oyster Company, alongside sushi, line fish and seafood made for easy Waterfront dining.

Sevruga

Elegant yet relaxed, Sevruga pairs harbour views with fresh seafood, sushi and contemporary dishes in one of the Waterfront’s best-known dining spots.

TANG

TANG brings Japanese izakaya and classic Cantonese flavours together, with sushi, robata dishes and Asian-inspired dining in a striking setting.

Belthazar

A V&A Waterfront institution, Belthazar brings together prime cuts, fresh seafood and an extensive wine selection for a meal worth lingering over.

La Parada

Vibrant and made for sharing, La Parada serves Spanish-inspired tapas and seafood in a relaxed, sociable Waterfront setting.

Harbour House

Overlooking the Victoria Basin, Harbour House serves elegant seafood with Mediterranean influences in a setting made for relaxed lunches and memorable dinners.

Tiger's Milk

Bold, relaxed and always sociable, Tiger’s Milk serves crowd-pleasing favourites in an easy-going setting made for getting together.

Tasca Mozambique

Tasca Mozambique brings the bold flavours of the Mozambican coast to the Waterfront, with Halaal-certified dishes including prawns and flame-grilled chicken.

Grand Africa Café & Beach

Beachside dining meets Atlantic views at Grand Africa Café & Beach, a laid-back Waterfront spot for fresh food, sundowners and lingering a little longer.

Look for the Cape Catch badge

The Cape Catch badge identifies participating restaurants and menu items
throughout the precinct.

When you see the badge, you’ll know the dish features a recognised Cape Catch species and supports the programme’s commitment to local, responsibly sourced seafood.

What's on the Cape Catch list?

CAPE CATCH SPECIES

Cape Catch showcases a carefully selected range of fish, shellfish and seaweed species from local waters and aquaculture farms.

Cape Catch Species

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SHARED RESPONSIBILITY

Every choice makes a difference

Every Cape Catch dish supports a future where healthy oceans, thriving coastal communities and exceptional seafood go hand in hand.

Together, small choices can make a meaningful impact.

FAQ

Learn more about Cape Catch

Cape Catch is the V&A Waterfront’s sustainable seafood initiative that makes it easier to choose local, responsibly sourced seafood.

Contact

Questions?

Want to know more about Cape Catch or participating restaurants?
Email: solve@waterfront.co.za