Quay Four Waterfront
One of the oldest eateries in the V&A Waterfront, featuring a lively tavern and an elegant upstairs restaurant offering Cape Town’s best seafood.
Description
Quay Four Waterfront is a landmark restaurant located in the vibrant V&A Waterfront. The downstairs tavern is known for its buzzing atmosphere, live music, and harbor views, while the upstairs restaurant offers a more refined dining experience with an emphasis on fresh seafood, shellfish, and other culinary delights.
Special menu items include various seafood platters, prawns, and breakfast options with harbor views. Regular specials and events like the “Battle of the Bands” make this venue a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.
Company Group
Quay Four Restaurants
Email Address
Enquiries: info@quay4.co.zaPhone Number
Social Media
Google Rating
4.0 ★ | 11,700+ Google reviewsCuisine
Grill | Pub | Seafood
Meals
Breakfast | Brunch | Lunch | Dinner | Late night | Drinks
Dietary Options
Pescatarian | Vegan options | Vegetarian-friendly
Experiences
Harbour terrace dining with sunset views and live music creating a lively atmosphere for groups and couples.
Shared seafood platters and prawns by weight deliver generous, social meals that highlight fresh local seafood.
Estimate Duration
1 – 2 Hours
Occassions
Casual dining | Family gatherings | Friends outing | Special events
Dress Code
Casual
Last Seating
22h00
Last Kitchen Order
22h15
Age Restriction
All ages welcome.
What To Bring
Camera | Comfortable shoes | Sunscreen
Additional Information
The venue operates two distinct areas: a casual tavern and an upstairs restaurant with table service.
Famous for prawn specials and generous seafood platters.
Live music is a regular feature, especially in the tavern.
Inside Guides
Book upstairs for sunset harbour views and quieter dining.
Arrive early on weekends to secure terrace seating.
Use the Waterfront Garage for easiest parking access.
Weather Conditions
Ideal weather: Sunny | Cool breeze.
Rain alert: Light rain (30–40%).
Weather experience: Waterfront dining offers refreshing harbour breezes at sunset; bring a light layer on cooler evenings.
Reservation Policies
Bookings: Book upstairs via Dineplan or phone; tavern accepts walk-ins.
Deposit: 50% required for large group bookings.
Estimate Price Range
R200 – R300+ | RR
Booking Methods
Dineplan | Phone | Website
Bar area
Child friendly
Live music
Outdoor seating
Parking (Waterfront Garage)
Prawns by weight specials
Restrooms
Romantic setting
Scenic views
Seafood platters
Television
Wi-Fi
Wheelchair access
Smoking in designated areas
Non-smoking
Not dog friendly
Must Tries
Seafood platters: Generous sharing platters combining prawns, mussels, calamari and hake for a convivial harbour-side meal.
½ kilo / 1 kilo prawns special: Fresh prawns priced by weight, served with chips or rice for excellent value.
Highlights
Harbour terrace views: Sunset harbour views paired with lively tavern atmosphere and frequent live music.
Tavern vibe: A bustling, local-favourite tavern ideal for casual drinks and social evenings.
Features
- Bar area
- Child friendly
- Live music
- Outdoor seating
- Parking (Waterfront Garage)
- Prawns by weight specials
- Restrooms
- Romantic setting
- Scenic views
- Seafood platters
- Television
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair access
- Smoking in designated areas
- Non-smoking
- Not dog friendly
Must Tries
Seafood platters: Generous sharing platters combining prawns, mussels, calamari and hake for a convivial harbour-side meal.
½ kilo / 1 kilo prawns special: Fresh prawns priced by weight, served with chips or rice for excellent value.
Highlights
Harbour terrace views: Sunset harbour views paired with lively tavern atmosphere and frequent live music.
Tavern vibe: A bustling, local-favourite tavern ideal for casual drinks and social evenings.
Address
Quay, 4 Dock Road, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Parking: Parking available at the Waterfront.
Opening Hours
| Monday – Sunday | |
| Upstairs @ Quay Four | 08h00 – 23h00 |
| Tavern | 11h00 – 23h00 |
What To Expect
Related Listings
Review
