Mariam's Kitchen (Foreshore)
Mariam's Kitchen
A halal fast-food joint in Cape Town's CBD, famous for its massive, hearty Masala Steak Gatsby baguettes.
A popular spot for Cape Town's iconic street food, the Gatsby, this listing features the branch at 31 Heerengracht Street in the Foreshore. The signature dish is the Masala Steak Gatsby—a long loaf of bread stuffed with steak, chips, tomato sauce, and salad. They also serve Salomie wraps, curry rice, samosas, and the sweet Koeksister. This is a takeaway-style fast-food joint that is strictly halal, making it perfect for a weekday lunch or a quick bite while walking through the city center. Reviews estimate the average spend at around R50–200 per person, with mixed feedback, as some find the prices slightly high. It closes relatively early in the afternoon, and no sources list Sunday opening hours.
Opening hours
Mon–Thu 08:30–17:00, Fri 08:30–12:40 and 13:40–17:00, Sat 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Greenmarket Square
- Castle of Good Hope
- District Six Museum
- Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
- Bo-Kaap
- Company's Garden
- Two Oceans Aquarium
- V&A Waterfront