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Pigalle

57 Somerset Road | Greenpoint, Cape Town Central, South Africa
+27 (0) 21 421 4848
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Cuisines: Seafood
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Cape Town
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

This is the perfect place for a romantic night out. The service was great(friendly and informative) although it did lag right at the end. The food had high and low notes- the lobster thermidore is a decadent and delicious dish, however the baby kingklip my partner had was very average. The desserts (cheesecake and malva pudding) were pleasantly acceptable, but... More

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See 4 more reviews by Lenore N for Cape Town Central
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The food was excellent. A very enjoyable evening. Howerver, the waiter was not honest about what was included in the price of the entre. It turned out that everything was ala cart. Turned out to be a very expensive night. However, he did give us excellent service.

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See 3 more reviews by k_sedore for Cape Town Central
Bradford, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

A very nice restaurant, including a good band and the opportunity to dance. Seems old fashioned, but it is very enjoyable. On top of that it is also very good value for money.

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Portsmouth
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

I visited Cape Town again this year and spent many a wonderful evening at Pigalle, it is still the best package around, the food is outstanding and the music is fabulous,the staff are excellent and Victor (the owner) and his management team are the best,nothing is too much trouble! For anyone visiting Cape Town this place is a must, try... More

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See 2 more reviews by josimac for Cape Town Central
Sydney
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013 via mobile

We arrived by minibus as it was a big family birthday. A sixtieth, a twenty first and a thirtieth. And the staf coud nor be more professional and friendly. I made a speech to eat anything and as much as you want and due to the dollar rand conversion it is mighty cheap to eat out if visiting from the... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013 via mobile

We enteted from the wrong entrance on Somerset Rd...however still greeted warmly by staff members. (correct entrance is via Highfield Rd where there is parking). This place is a gem of Cape Town....a little bit of old elegance from the 70's and why not! Very attentive staff and plenty of them. Our table waiter Shepard was excellent...gave us sound advice... More

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Senior Contributor
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Was worried that the food would not be good quality due to large numb of covers and that it is more of a 'cabaret' restaurant. Music and food were both of excellent quality and despite saying that they do not welcome children under 14, mine were allowed on the basis that they were well behaved and were in fact very... More

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See 5 more reviews by Jo900 for Cape Town Central
London, United Kingdom
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40 reviews 40 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

I certainly felt the "retro" feel of the 1970s when I walked in for dinner............ the anticipation that John Travolta appear at any moment, still wearing his frilly shirt and flares was fun to play with. I am a bit surprised by reviews that refer to the romantic nature of Pigalle. I felt the opposite - it is a great... More

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See 3 more reviews by JannJ28 for Cape Town Central
cape town
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23 reviews 23 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

We were invited to celebrate a companies 25th anniversary. The restaurant was booked out completely. We had a menu to choose from. It was a extensive menu for such a big group. The service and quality of the food was outstanding. We were all served at the same time that I thought was very good. They also have their own... More

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Cape Town
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013 via mobile

The atmosphere is awesome, very romantic setting, love the live entertainment, food was 1st class and the service. Very romantic venue!!

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