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SeaBreeze Fish & Shell

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A celebrated seafood restaurant on Bree Street, known for fresh, local catches and exceptional service.

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Wed/Fri 18-21h

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The outside terrace is perfect for a sunny afternoon

SeaBreeze Fish & Shell

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Must-see attractions

A celebrated seafood restaurant on Bree Street, known for fresh, local catches and exceptional service.

"This is easily one of the best seafood restaurants I’ve ever experienced."

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Reserve Your Table

Book in advance to secure a table, especially inside the cozy interior.

Oyster Happy Hour

Enjoy half-price cocktails and oysters daily from 12-1 pm and 5-6 pm.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens 12PM

Cuisine

Seafood

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+27 74 793 9349

Address

213 Bree St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa

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Oysters and Happy Hour

Oysters and Happy Hour

Enjoy freshly shucked oysters from Knysna and Saldanha Bay, with daily happy hour specials.

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Exceptional Service

Exceptional Service

Staff are praised for being attentive, friendly, and providing excellent recommendations.

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Fresh Seafood Delights

Fresh Seafood Delights

Indulge in a variety of fresh, locally sourced seafood dishes, from tacos to ceviche.

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Seabreeze Restaurant on Bree street came highly recommended (on Google) so we decided to check it out. Apart from the mussels not giving (they tasted very much like the ocean) everything else was good. As for the date, it wasn’t really cheeky, because we both worked through it 🤷‍♀️😂 #cheekylunch #girllunch #seabreezerestaurant #capetownsoutafrica🇿🇦 #foodreview #breestreet #remoteworkfreedom
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Reserve Your Table

Book in advance to secure a table, especially inside the cozy interior.

Oyster Happy Hour

Enjoy half-price cocktails and oysters daily from 12-1 pm and 5-6 pm.

Cosy afternoons spent at SeaBreeze...❄️🌊 Searching for a cozy spot for a working lunch or a warm cup of coffee? SeaBreeze has you covered. Savour fresh seafood alongside an extensive wine and cocktail menu, or treat yourself to our delicious desserts paired with locally sourced coffee. Spend your afternoon with us! #capetown #southafrica #seafoodrestaurant
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Enjoy our mouth-watering seafood dishes and refreshing drinks al fresco style as you soak up the sights, sounds and vibrant energy of Cape Town’s coolest street 🌞🍽️#capetown #westerncape #seafoodrestaurant #southafrica
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Outdoor Seating

Opt for the street-side patio in warmer months for a beach-like ambiance.

Try Recommended Dishes

Ask staff for recommendations or try popular dishes like prawn tacos or seafood curry.

Join us for Oyster Happy Hour! ⏰🦪 Enjoy freshly shucked oysters from Knysna and Saldanha Bay, bursting with umami flavour. Available daily from 12-1 pm & 5-6 pm—don’t miss out! #capetown #seafoodrestaurant #westerncape #southafrica
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Reserve Your Table

Book in advance to secure a table, especially inside the cozy interior.

Oyster Happy Hour

Enjoy half-price cocktails and oysters daily from 12-1 pm and 5-6 pm.

Outdoor Seating

Opt for the street-side patio in warmer months for a beach-like ambiance.

Try Recommended Dishes

Ask staff for recommendations or try popular dishes like prawn tacos or seafood curry.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

SeaBreeze Fish & Shell is highly praised for its exceptional service and expertly executed seafood dishes, with many calling it one of the best seafood experiences. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, one diner noted the tempura prawn appetizer needed more seasoning and the sauce was too salty. The vibrant Bree Street neighborhood adds to the overall enjoyable dining atmosphere.

"Really excellent dinner at this restaurant we discovered via Maps.

Oysters were tasty. They also have a few variations (4/5)

Hake Ceciche was very fresh (4.5/5)

Fish and chips was amazing. They also had a version of peas and beans that we both loved. And the chips were perfect (5/5)

Prawn tacos were tasty. Could tell the ingredients were high quality (4/5)

Had probably the best dessert wine ever had (5/5). It was very expensive per glass"

Brian Lavery

"Wonderful and fresh! Prawns were very tasty and cooked to perfection. Some places tend to overcook prawns until they are rubbery… not Sea Breeze! Oysters were so fresh, pretty sure I tasted the ocean too! Loved my experience here and would highly recommend this restaurant!"

Dr Charmaine Young

"I visited this restaurant last December (2024) and absolutely LOVED IT! The oysters were incredible, my partner loved the hake. The food was just fantastic and the service made it even better. I would absolutely recommend !"

Niomi Sterling

What People Like

Exceptional and attentive service
Fresh, well-executed seafood dishes
Vibrant atmosphere and location

What People Dislike

Tempura prawn appetizer lacked seasoning

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, it is recommended to make reservations in advance to secure a table, especially for indoor seating.

Happy hour, featuring half-price cocktails and oysters, is available daily from 12-1 pm and 5-6 pm.

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Yes, the restaurant offers a street-side patio perfect for enjoying your meal outdoors, especially during warmer months.

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Popular choices include fresh oysters, hake ceviche, prawn tacos, and the line-caught hake with hand-cut chips.

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The restaurant is committed to using locally sourced, seasonal produce and fresh fish from South African shores.

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Yes, the menu includes delectable desserts such as caramel apple crumble cheesecake.

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