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Time Out
10-07-2025
- General
- Time Out
The best spots for Ramen in Cape Town
1. Ramenhead Located on Parliament Street, Ramenhead embodies the true art form of ramen making, preparing fresh noodles using the Yamato machine, an imported machine from Japan, and applying the same principles and commitment of the old age craft to each and every bowl served. With no shortage of flavour in sight, each bowl features an umami-rich broth and daily freshly-made noodles Offering two bowl sizes, the dishes average around R145 for the small bowls and R230 for the regular bowls. Dishes from their ramen section include Tonkotsu, a rich pork bone broth paired with Tokyo-style noodles, pork belly chashu, pickled ginger, ajitamago, mayu, rayi and kikurage. For Wagyu lovers, a torches Cape Wagyu and wagyu sirloin with beef broth, Tokyo-style noodles, shitake, truffled kikurage is the go-to! Led by Head Chef Julia Du Toit, Ramehhead's ramen is an ode to tradition and skilful technique. Be sure to pair your steaming bowl of ramen with Japanese sake from their wide selection available. Address: 37 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre Open times: Monday to Wednesday from 5pm to 9pm for dinner service, Thursdays to Saturdays from 6pm to 10pm for dinner and Thursday to Saturday from 12pm to 2.30pm for lunch. At the time of publication, Ramenhead is closed for winter break from 1 - 24 July 2025. 2. Bodega Ramen Nestled away in a building on Wale Street, and revered for its steaming and delicious bowls of Ramen, Bodega Ramen is a staple among ramen lovers in the Mother City. As Bodega offers a rotating menu, it's an adventurous opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and try something new. Another alternative is asking the waiters on service what their pick is according to your tastes and preferred spice levels. Ramen dishes that have featured on their menu include prawn tom yum, hot fried chicken tantanmen, hot fried cauli tantanmen and more. One thing is for sure, Bodega does not shy away from portion sizes, offering large bowls that pack a punch of flavour and enough broth to savour each bite. Catering to meat-free eaters, there will always be a vegan ramen dish and starters available for diners. Gluten-free diners will be happy to know that Bodega Ramen offers rice noodles as an alternative. Ramen bowls range from R165 upwards. 3. Yatai Ramen Opening its doors in November 2024, Yatai Ramen provides an elevated Japanese street food dining experience. As no surprise, the star of the show on their menu is their wide selection of ramen. From miso grilled kinglip, served in a rich and creamy broth, with sea veg, fish cake, all within a steaming elderflower dashi broth and topped with marinated egg and chilli crisp oil, to miso dashi tofu. All the ramen dishes on their menu use Tokyo-style noodles, made from wheat with a medium thickness, ensuring maximum noodle to broth coverage for the perfect slurp. Medium and large bowls are available for each of their ramen dishes on offer. If you are looking for a pick-me-up from those Monday blues, Yatai Ramen runs a special offering of medium bowls of ramen for R99, excluding the Truffle Shoyu Wagyu Ramen. Be sure to book in advance to avoid missing out on this special, as it has become a hit amongst diners. 4. Downtown Ramen With an unassuming entrance as you walk up the stairway, Downtown Ramen prides itself on offering dishes made from scratch and only sources what it cannot make from local producers. Authentic to the culinary roots of ramen, fresh noodles are handmade daily, and each bowl is served with nori, egg, and chilli, if you are feeling adventurous or have a palate for all things hot. Ramen bowls are offered in small and large sizes, with classics available such as the Shoyu ramen, also known as Tokyo ramen, served with a rich, smoky broth and pork. There is a vegetarian option, the Kimiko, which features vegetables and tofu, for those opting to go meat-free. 5. Three Wise Monkeys Often, the first spot that comes to mind for many diners when they think of ramen is Three Wise Monkeys in Sea Point. Preparing fresh noodles daily, the menu features five ramen options to choose from, each featuring an alternative protein option: chicken, beef brisket, beef fillet, tofu or duck. Diners opting for the chicken ramen can expect a chicken-based broth, with a secret (we do not even know, soy sauce), pickled mushrooms, den miso corn, a five-minute marinated egg, spinach, leeks and nori, a true hug in a bowl of comfort. If you are in the mood for dessert, opt for their matcha & salted custard Bun, a 'match-a' of flavour made in heaven. 6. Kanji Ramen Located on the bustling Kloof Nek road in Tamboerskloof, Kanji Ramen's setting may be small, but their ramen bowls are anything but that. Founded by Chef Seelan Sundoo and seasoned restaurateur Gavin Hagger, the restaurant's menu is a showcase of traditional ramen alongside Japanese street food-style dishes served as small plates. Each of their ramen dishes features hand-pulled noodles and is usually paired with tender slices of meat. Pricing for their ramen starts from R160 to R180. With only four ramen options available, great attention to detail is placed with each bowl served. Waygu fans will be delighted to know that Kanji offers a beef fillet, wagyu beef mince, chilli oil, baby spinach with bean sprouts and miso corn ramen dish, one that has crave-inducing abilities. If you are feeling a bit extra peckish before you dive into a bowl of bouncy noodles and broth, opt to try out their gyoza dumplings, fried dumplings either filled with spinach and wild mushrooms or chicken and cabbage. With limited seating available, be sure to make a reservation in advance. 7. Izakaya Matsuri Tucked away in Green Point and not easy to spot by walking by, Izakaya Matsuri, somewhat of a truly hidden restaurant. With its dim and low lighting, Japanese-themed art and interior decor, and ramen options that brim with bold flavours, tender and crunchy toppings, it's the ideal hideaway for a cosy lunch or dinner. A must-try is the rich and creamy Tonkatsu ramen, prepared with pork broth and served with Chashu pork, which is pork belly rolled and sliced, topped with spring onions, boiled egg and sesame seeds. The menu currently does not feature any vegan or vegetarian ramen options. Address: 6, The Rockwell, 32 Prestwich St, Green Point, Cape Town Open times: Monday to Saturday from 11.30am to 10pm and Sunday from 11.30am to 9pm 8. Tomo Japanese Restaurant Located in the heart of the CBD, Tomo Japanese Restaurant is a dining escape from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding area. With a non-fusion approach, Tomo Japanese Restaurant aims to provide an authentic dining experience. At the helm of the kitchen is chef David Yan, who ensures that each of the Japanese and Asian dishes is prepared with utmost precision. Serving up beef (a signature dish), veggie, lamb and seafood miso ramen in a broth that wraps around you like a blanket with each spoonful savoured, paired with the freshly made noodles, it transports you to the bustling streets of Tokyo. Time Out Insider Info: Make the most of their ramen offering by opting for their winter special. From 12pm to 3pm daily, a hearty bowl of ramen will cost you R98. View this post on Instagram A post shared by TOMO Japanese Restaurant CPT (@tomocapetown) 9. Obi Restaurant If you have scrolled through Instagram, the chances are that you have spotted chef Hatsushiro Muraoka, a sushi icon in Cape Town, alongside chef Ben Bettendorf, are very high. This unlikely duo are the co-founders and powerhouse behind the loved Obi Restaurant on Long Street. Celebrating nine years since it opened its doors, Obi restaurant has cemented itself as a cornerstone restaurant offering refined Japanese cuisine in Cape Town. While the restaurant may often be visited by diners for its celebrated and excellent sushi offering, the ramen of the day is not to be missed, prepared in a broth of the day, with pork belly chashu, and topped with a six-minute egg, spring onions and nori. Open times: Closed on Mondays. Tuesday to Saturday for lunch service from 12pm - 2pm and at 6pm for dinner. 10. Tjing Tjing Tjing Tjing House on Longmarket Street is home to three levels, with the base level, Torii, serving up a selection of bowls of ramen that are worth a second trip back for. With a curated selection, each ramen dish featured house-made wheat noodles, ajitsuke tamago, soft-boiled eggs marinated in a sweet and salty soy sauce, nori, spring onions and sesame seeds. The ramen section features classic pork Tonkotsu ramen, Chicken paitan ramen, a hearty bowl of grilled chicken thighs and tsukudane mushrooms, miso mushroom for the plant-based diners that features mixed mushrooms and spinach and last but not least, the smokey beef ramen, with beef mince, pickled shimeji mushrooms and charred corn. For those who love an extra kick, be sure to ask for the addition of spicy sansho tare. Time Out Insider Info: While many people may believe that ramen originated in Japan, it is important to note that the noodles actually have their origins in China. According to the Japan National Tourism Organisation, ramen was first found steaming up the kitchens and glasses of diners as they ate, in 1910 at a Chinese restaurant in Asakusa, Tokyo. This restaurant served a Chinese-style wheat noodle, a noodle prepared with Kansui, an alkaline solution, served in a meat or fish-based broth, which is now known as Ramen.
IOL News
29-06-2025
- Business
- IOL News
Court ruling on EFT payments: Car buyer's responsibility in cybercrime cases
In a case involving cybercrime, the Supreme Court of Appeal ruled that it is the duty of a buyer to ensure that the money is paid into the seller's correct bank account. Image: EPA Cybercrime has emerged as a focal point in a recent legal dispute before the Supreme Court of Appeal, which ruled that payment through electronic funds transfer (EFT) is only deemed complete once the funds are received by the correct account holder. This judgment followed legal proceedings between two car sale companies – with the one who bought two bakkies from the other only to discover after delivery of the vehicles that cybercriminals had intercepted the electronic payment made for the vehicles. None of the parties were prepared to take the financial loss, and the seller initially turned to the regional court in Louis Trichardt to get its R290,000 back – the price at which it sold the two bakkies. The lower court earlier ruled that Hyundai Louis Trichardt had to pay Northcliff Nissan the R290, 000 for the vehicles. The magistrate reasoned that the two car dealerships had a contract in place and, cybercrime or not, Northcliff Nissan was due payment for the two bakkies. Aggrieved with this judgment, Hyundai successfully turned to the Limpopo High Court, sitting in Thohoyandou, to appeal the lower court's verdict. But Northcliff Nissan took the matter on appeal to the SCA. The risk of erroneous payment due to the cybercrime was that of the payer in this instance, the SCA found. 'A debtor bears the risk of misdirected EFT payments and must ensure that the payment is made to the correct bank account,' it said. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ The court added that the onus of proof in contract disputes over payment lies with the payer (debtor). 'Cybercrime risks do not automatically shift liability to the payee, and the courts will not impose an overarching legal duty on creditors to protect debtors from cyber fraud,' the court said. The court was told that in October 2018, Hyundai purchased two Nissan bakkies from Northcliff Nissan for the sum of R145,000,00 each. Northcliff Nissan emailed the invoices for both vehicles to the buyer. The invoices provided details of the nominated bank account for payment of the purchase price for the bakkies. On the same day, Hyundai paid for one bakkie and emailed proof of payment to Northcliff Nissan, after which the bakkie was then delivered. A few days later, Hyundai made another payment and took delivery of the second bakkie. At that stage, no one realised that cybercriminals were at work. Approximately a week later, Northcliff Nissan told Hyundai that payment of the purchase price for the bakkies had not been reflected in its bank account. It then became clear to the parties that the emails had been intercepted and the bank account details on the invoices were altered by a cyber fraudster. The parties realised that they were victims of business email compromise (BEC), a cybercrime that has become popular in this technological age of electronic communication and payment. Cape Argus
The South African
25-06-2025
- Business
- The South African
Clifton apartment sells for new South African record price
A luxury apartment in Clifton has sold for a staggering R145 million, setting a new benchmark for the most expensive apartment ever sold in South Africa. The five-bedroom residence, situated on the shoreline of 1st Beach, features state-of-the-art finishes, sweeping ocean views, and expansive entertainment areas that reflect the highest standards of coastal living. Industry experts say the property likely exceeds 300 square metres, with spacious en-suite bedrooms, modern open-plan design, private terraces, and bespoke fittings. While the identity of the seller remains undisclosed, the buyer has been reported as a former South African now residing in Monaco. This transaction surpasses the previous record of R120 million for an apartment in the country and highlights the growing demand for ultra-high-end properties in the Atlantic Seaboard area, particularly Clifton – often dubbed South Africa's 'Billionaire's Row'. According to John Lawson, CEO of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the record sale reflects a broader trend of property investors favouring Cape Town over other parts of South Africa due to its functional governance, reliable infrastructure, and high quality of life. 'There's a noticeable gap between Cape Town and other metros when it comes to service delivery. That difference is being reflected in the property market,' Lawson said. In recent years, Cape Town has consistently outperformed other metros in terms of attracting both local and international buyers, especially in high-net-worth sectors. Property in Clifton continues to command premium prices, driven by limited supply, world-class amenities, and spectacular coastal views. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
22-06-2025
- Politics
- The Citizen
Top 10 stories of the day: Shivambu appeals for volunteers
Here's your daily news update for Sunday, 22 June 2025: An easy-to-read selection of our top stories. News today includes Floyd Shivambu making a public appeal for progressive volunteers just a day after being snubbed from his party's parliamentary list. He suggested that the appetite for another political option in South Africa is strong. Then, the United States carried out strikes on Iranian nuclear sites but it raised two major questions: how effective were they, and what will Iran do next? Meanwhile, a record-breaking purchase has been sealed in Clifton, with a five-bedroom apartment sold for a whopping R145 million. Weather tomorrow: 23 June 2025 The South African Weather Service (Saws) said a cold front will continue to pass over the southern parts of the country on Monday. Get the full weather forecast here. Top 10 stories Shivambu makes public appeal for progressive volunteers Floyd Shivambu has made a public appeal for progressive volunteers just a day after his parliamentary list snub. Former MK party secretary-general Floyd Shivambu. Picture: Gallo Images / Fani Mahuntsi After being removed as uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party secretary-general, Shivambu was expected to be sent to serve in parliament, but was left off the list of names announced by the party on Saturday. Shivambu said on Thursday that he would not be leaving the MK party or forming a new political party, but instead would engage with community leaders on a possible way forward. In a video address posted on Sunday morning, he spoke of the positive response he had received. CONTINUE READING: Shivambu makes public appeal for progressive volunteers Did the US strikes succeed, and how will Iran respond? The United States' strikes on Sunday on Iranian nuclear sites raised two major questions: how effective were they, and what will Iran do next? This satellite picture taken on June 22, 2025, shows a close-up view of craters after US strikes on Iran's Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant (FFEP), northeast of the city of Qom. Picture: Satellite image 2025 Maxar Technologies / AFP US President Donald Trump said the air raids 'totally obliterated' the main nuclear sites, calling them a 'spectacular military success'. So far, Tehran has given little away about its response, although Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the United States had 'crossed a very big red line'. CONTINUE READING: Did the US strikes succeed, and how will Iran respond? Record breaking Clifton apartment: Here is how much it sold for The lifestyles of the rich and the famous have no better setting than the opulent streets of Clifton. Image for illustrative purposes. Picture: iStock To rubber stamp the suburb's position as the premier location for wealthy property owners, a record-breaking purchase has been sealed. A five-bedroom apartment along Clifton's 1st Beach has reportedly just been purchased for a whopping R145 million. CONTINUE READING: Record breaking Clifton apartment: Here is how much it sold for — report SA engineers unlawfully jailed in Equatorial Guinea are 'safely back home' Frik Potgieter and Peter Huxham, the two South African engineers who spent more than two years in jail in Equatorial Guinea, have finally returned home. South African engineers Frik Potgieter and Peter Huxham returned home on Saturday night after being detained in Equatorial Guinea for more than two years. Picture: X/@RonaldLamola According to their families, the men were able to return to South Africa after receiving a pardon from Equatorial Guinea's President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. Potgieter and Huxman had been detained since 9 February 2023 and were facing drug trafficking charges. They were arrested while working in the country for the company SBM Offshore. The families had maintained that these charges were fabricated. CONTINUE READING: SA engineers unlawfully jailed in Equatorial Guinea are 'safely back home' Higher education minster accused of covering up tender irregularities Fresh accusations of mismanagement have been made against Minister of Higher Education and Training Nobuhle Nkabane. Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Nobuhle Nkabane. Picture: Screenshot/ SABC YouTube The minister was this week accused of ignoring claims of corruption at the Construction Education and Training Authority (Ceta), despite documented evidence submitted by a whistleblower. This adds to Nkabane's shaky tenure a minister after she was accused of lying to parliament about Sector Education and Training Authority (Seta) appointments. Nkabane is now being accused of covering for Ceta CEO Malusi Shezi, who a former employee believes is involved in tender rigging. CONTINUE READING: Higher education minster accused of covering up tender irregularities — report Five more stories of the day: Yesterday's news recap READ HERE: Top 10 stories of the day: Shivambu not going to parliament | Wanted kidnapper killed during raid | Two soldiers stabbed to death
The Citizen
22-06-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Record breaking Clifton apartment: Here is how much it sold for — report
Cape Town continues to be a haven for high-end property as international investors seek beauty and stability. The lifestyles of the rich and the famous have no better setting than the opulent streets of Clifton. To rubber stamp the suburb's position as the premier location for wealthy property owners, a record-breaking purchase was been sealed. Cape Town's property market continues to thrive, with industry experts attributing the city's appeal to its overall 'value proposition'. Luxury Clifton home A five-bedroom apartment along Clifton's 1st Beach has reportedly just been purchased for a whopping R145 million. The property is furnished with the highest quality finishings and offers the mesmeric views of the ocean that are synonymous with the Atlantic Seaboard. Lance Cohen of Lance Real Estate secured the deal, revealing that the buyer was a former South African living in Monaco. Cohen told the Sunday Times that the sale represented the 'record for the highest price paid for an apartment sold in South Africa,' claiming the previous record was R120 million. The average asking price of homes currently on the market in Clifton range between R30 million and R60 million, making this sale an eye-catching purchase. Other properties currently being marketed by Cohen include a six-bedroom house in Fresnaye for R75 million and R95 million four-bedroom house also located in Fresnaye. Cohen could break his Clifton record again if a five-bedroom house currently for sale sells for its asking price of R160 million. Cape Town very attractive While the sale may represent the highest paid for an apartment, South Africa's most expensive home was reportedly sold for roughly R700 million in 2023. Known as Casablanca, an eight bedroom and 13-bathroom Camps Bay colossus is believed to have fetched a cool US$35 million. The Residential Property Price Index released by Stats SA earlier in June shows Cape Town over 10 index points higher than Johannesburg. For first time property sales and resold properties, Cape Town is ahead of Johannesburg by almost 15 and 13 index points, respectively. Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry CEO John Lawson credits this to the Mother City's overall functionality. 'The gaping disparity mirrors a similar trend in municipal infrastructure development and service delivery, with property investors favouring Cape Town's value proposition,' stated Lawson. NOW READ: 8 tips for investing in South African commercial property
