Mama Africa Restaurant

Mama Africa Restaurant Mama Africa is an authentically African restaurant and lounge, Tailored to provide you with the very best in re-imagined African dishes and live music.

FOOD, MUSIC, PEOPLE Live Music & Band

✨ A Night at Mama Africa ✨Step into the heart of Africa and experience an evening like no other. From authentic Pan-Afri...
13/06/2026

✨ A Night at Mama Africa ✨

Step into the heart of Africa and experience an evening like no other. From authentic Pan-African cuisine bursting with flavour, to live marimba rhythms, dancing, and handcrafted drinks, every night at Mama Africa is a celebration of culture, connection, and good vibes.

Taste Africa. Feel the rhythm. Dance the night away.

Gather your friends, raise a glass, and let the music carry you through an unforgettable Cape Town evening🍷🥘🎶💃🏾

📍 178 Long Street, Cape Town
💌 Book your table via the link in bio

🎁 LOOKING FOR A FATHER’S DAY GIFT BETTER THAN SOCKS? 🧦This Father’s Day, we’re giving one lucky winner the chance to spo...
12/06/2026

🎁 LOOKING FOR A FATHER’S DAY GIFT BETTER THAN SOCKS? 🧦

This Father’s Day, we’re giving one lucky winner the chance to spoil Dad with an incredible prize package worth over R13,000!

We’ve partnered with some amazing brands to create the ultimate Father’s Day giveaway, including:

🦁 Aquila Private Game Reserve Experience for Two
💆 Couples Massage from Relax Spas
🎂 A handcrafted cake from Whisk-Y Business
🧺 A cooler box hamper from Only Realty Nova - Western Cape
🍷Mama Africa Restaurant Dining Experience for Two

HOW TO ENTER:
✔️ Like this post
✔️ Follow all participating brands
✔️ Repost this post
✔️ Tag two friends in the comments

✨ BONUS ENTRY:
Tell us in the comments the most boring Father’s Day gift you’ve ever given or received.

📅 Competition opens 11 June 2026
📅 Winner announced 19 June 2026

Because great dads deserve more than socks ♥️

⚠️ DISCLAIMER:
This competition is open to individuals only. Companies, organizations, and their employees are not eligible to enter.

For over 30 years, Mama Africa has been a place where people come together.This Youth Day, we’re asking our neighbours, ...
09/06/2026

For over 30 years, Mama Africa has been a place where people come together.

This Youth Day, we’re asking our neighbours, local businesses, guests, friends, and the wider community to join us in supporting Cape Town’s youth.

ONE Community
ONE Purpose.
ONE Morning OF IMPACT.

TAG A BUSINESS, FRIEND, OR NEIGHBOUR WHO SHOULD JOIN US!

📅 16 JUNE 2026
(Youth Day)
🕖 07:00 – 11:00

LET’S SHOW UP
FOR OUR YOUTH ♥️✨


Africa feeds us. Let’s protect her 🌍✨From fertile soil and flowing rivers to thriving oceans and local farms, every meal...
05/06/2026

Africa feeds us. Let’s protect her 🌍✨

From fertile soil and flowing rivers to thriving oceans and local farms, every meal tells a story of the natural world that sustains us.

This World Environment Day, we celebrate the land, waters, and communities that make African cuisine possible. As we share food, culture, and connection around the table, we’re reminded that protecting our environment means preserving the heritage and flavours we love for generations to come.

🌿 Our heritage. Our future. Our Africa.

ProtectOurPlanet

🍷 Wine Wednesdays at Mama Africa 🍷Great food deserves a great wine.This week we’re celebrating the art of pairing, bring...
03/06/2026

🍷 Wine Wednesdays at Mama Africa 🍷

Great food deserves a great wine.

This week we’re celebrating the art of pairing, bringing together bold African flavours and carefully selected wines to elevate every bite.

✨ Springbok Carpaccio × Rubuz Syrah
✨ Egusi Soup × Nkula Merlot
✨ Tiger Prawns × Mason Road Chenin Blanc

Whether you prefer rich reds or crisp whites, our team is ready to guide you to your perfect match.

🍇 Ask your waiter for today’s pairing recommendations and discover a new favourite.

📍 Mama Africa, Long Street, Cape Town

A bowl of comfort, the African way 🥘✨When the temperature drops, our Egusi Soup brings the warmth. Made with rich ground...
02/06/2026

A bowl of comfort, the African way 🥘✨

When the temperature drops, our Egusi Soup brings the warmth. Made with rich ground melon seeds, dried fish, crayfish, and tender cow tripe, it’s a deeply satisfying dish that’s packed with flavour and tradition.

One spoonful and you’ll understand why it’s a favourite across the continent.

Book your table via the link in bio 💌

🎨🍷 Paint, Sip & Unwind at Mama Africa! 🍷🎨Looking for the perfect way to spend your Thursday evening? Join us for Paint &...
29/05/2026

🎨🍷 Paint, Sip & Unwind at Mama Africa! 🍷🎨

Looking for the perfect way to spend your Thursday evening? Join us for Paint & Sip on 4 June 2026 at 6 PM and let your creativity flow in the heart of Cape Town.

✨ No experience needed
🎨 Canvas & painting supplies provided
🍹 Great drinks
🎶 Good music
🫶 Good people
💰 Only R100 per canvas

Whether you’re coming with friends, a date, or flying solo, expect an evening filled with colour, laughter, and good vibes.

📍 Mama Africa Restaurant
📅 4 June 2026
⏰ 6 PM

Seats are limited, so book your spot and come create something beautiful with us🌍🎨

Congratulations to our Africa Day competition winners 🎉Thank you to everyone who joined the celebration, shared the spir...
28/05/2026

Congratulations to our Africa Day competition winners 🎉Thank you to everyone who joined the celebration, shared the spirit of Africa, and made this moment so special❤️🌍

Stay tuned for more exciting experiences with Mama Africa!

Wine Wednesdays deserve a wine with a story 🍷✨The Survivor Chardonnay is beautifully layered and elegant, offering notes...
27/05/2026

Wine Wednesdays deserve a wine with a story 🍷✨

The Survivor Chardonnay is beautifully layered and elegant, offering notes of citrus, lime peel, tropical fruit, and subtle vanilla with hints of roasted nuts and buttery oak. Barrel fermented with a crisp Burgundian-style acidity, it finishes smooth, fresh, and refined — the perfect pairing for good food, live music, and unforgettable nights at Mama Africa.

SipAndSavour

🌍✨ Today we celebrate more than a continent - we celebrate the spirit, strength, culture, and unity of Africa. Africa Da...
25/05/2026

🌍✨ Today we celebrate more than a continent - we celebrate the spirit, strength, culture, and unity of Africa. Africa Day is a reminder of our rich heritage, our stories, our music, our flavours, and the pride that connects us all across borders❤️💛💚

At Mama Africa, every day is a celebration of African culture, but tonight we honour it even louder - through food, music, dance, fashion, and togetherness.

And don’t forget… 👗👔🏆Tonight’s Best African Attire Competition is happening LIVE at Mama Africa! Come dressed in your most stunning African look for a chance to win an exciting prize and be crowned our Best African Attire Winner.

📅 Tonight — 25 May 2026
📍 Mama Africa Restaurant
📞 Reserve your table: +27 60 934 8063

Bring your culture. Bring your energy. Bring your African pride. ✨

Wine Wednesdays at Mama Africa 🍷✨This week we’re pouring and celebrating Rosé and Merlot - two wines made for memorable...
20/05/2026

Wine Wednesdays at Mama Africa 🍷✨

This week we’re pouring and celebrating Rosé and Merlot - two wines made for memorable moments around the table.

The Rosé is bright, refreshing, and beautifully expressive, with delicate fruit-forward notes and a crisp finish. Rosé wines are celebrated for their versatility and pair effortlessly with seafood, grilled dishes, and lighter, spice-filled plates. Pair it with some of Mama Africa’s flavour-packed favourites and enjoy how every sip lifts and balances the richness of African cuisine.

For lovers of bold flavours, Simila Merlot brings smooth character with velvety texture and notes often associated with plum, dark berries, and soft spice. Merlot is known for its approachable, food-friendly style and pairs beautifully with slow-cooked meats, hearty African stews, game dishes, and rich traditional flavours.

At Mama Africa, every bottle tells a story - bringing people together through flavour, culture, and unforgettable experiences ♥️✨

CapeTownDining

🌍✨ It’s time to celebrate our roots, our culture, and our pride! This African Day, come dressed in your most stunning Af...
20/05/2026

🌍✨ It’s time to celebrate our roots, our culture, and our pride! This African Day, come dressed in your most stunning African attire for a chance to be crowned our Best African Attire Winner and walk away with an exciting prize🏆👗👔

Let’s fill the night with colour, culture, and unforgettable energy as we celebrate the beauty and richness of Africa together.

📅 Winner announced on the night: 25 May 2026
📍 Mama Africa Restaurant
📞 Reserve your table: +27 60 934 8063

Bring your style. Bring your culture. Bring your African pride. ❤️💛💚

“It’s time to celebrate our roots, our culture, and our pride! This African Day, come dressed in your most stunning Afri...
18/05/2026

“It’s time to celebrate our roots, our culture, and our pride! This African Day, come dressed in your most stunning African attire for a chance to be crowned our Best African Attire Winner and walk away with an exciting prize 🏆👗🕴️

Let’s fill the night with colour, culture, and unforgettable energy as we celebrate the beauty and richness of Africa together.

📅 Winner announced on the night: 25 May 2026
📍 Mama Africa Restaurant
📞 Reserve your table: +27 60 934 8063

Bring your style. Bring your culture. Bring your African pride. ❤️💛💚”

Today we celebrate freedom the way we know best - through music, food, and togetherness 🇿🇦From every beat of the drum to...
27/04/2026

Today we celebrate freedom the way we know best - through music, food, and togetherness 🇿🇦

From every beat of the drum to every shared plate, this is what unity looks like.

Join us as we honour the past and celebrate the spirit of Africa🤎

Freedom. Music. Celebration. 🇿🇦✨Freedom Day is more than a date - it’s a reminder of how far we’ve come, and the spirit ...
22/04/2026

Freedom. Music. Celebration. 🇿🇦✨

Freedom Day is more than a date - it’s a reminder of how far we’ve come, and the spirit that continues to bring us together ✊🏾

On the 27th of April, we celebrate freedom, unity, and the voices that shaped a nation. And at Mama Africa, we honour that spirit the best way we know how - through music, food, and shared moments.

Join us for a special lunchtime concert with the Afromarimba Jazz Band and the legendary , as we celebrate the rhythm of freedom. 🥁✨

📍 Mama Africa Restaurant
⏰ 1PM – 4PM

Come feel the meaning of Freedom Day - together.

When the Cape Town chill sets in, there’s nothing like a warm, soulful dish to bring you back to life 🍲✨From our rich Mo...
20/04/2026

When the Cape Town chill sets in, there’s nothing like a warm, soulful dish to bring you back to life 🍲✨

From our rich Moroccan lamb tagine to the comforting Cape Malay chicken curry, the hearty goodness of our vegan stew, and the bold, nutty flavours of egusi soup — every bite feels like home.

Tell us… which one are you choosing? 👇🏽

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Dinner is served 🍽️✨Step into the rhythm of Africa, where every dish tells a story and every night feels like a celebrat...
09/04/2026

Dinner is served 🍽️✨

Step into the rhythm of Africa, where every dish tells a story and every night feels like a celebration. From bold flavours to soulful beats, Mama Africa is ready to host you.

Join us tonight - good food, great music, unforgettable vibes.

Book your table via the link in bio.

08/04/2026

The drums are beating, the vibes are flowing, and the spirit of Africa is in the air tonight 🪘🎶

Come join us at Mama Africa…where every visit feels like a homecoming 🤎 Good food, great music, and even better company await ✨

Easter Sunday, the Mama Africa way ❤️Good food, live marimba, and our special Easter Samaki dish waiting for you 🐟🔥Book ...
05/04/2026

Easter Sunday, the Mama Africa way ❤️

Good food, live marimba, and our special Easter Samaki dish waiting for you 🐟🔥

Book your table via the link in bio — let Mama take care of the rest ✨

Big smiles, warm hearts, and a table waiting just for you 🤎Mama is already in the kitchen, preparing the Pan-African fav...
27/03/2026

Big smiles, warm hearts, and a table waiting just for you 🤎

Mama is already in the kitchen, preparing the Pan-African favourites you know and love - rich flavours, soulful recipes, and a taste of home from across the continent.

This weekend, let us host you the Mama Africa way 🍛🍷
With our incredible marimba band setting the rhythm, all you have to do is arrive, relax, and soak in the experience.

Spots are limited, and you don’t want to miss out.
Book your table via the link in bio and join us for an unforgettable African evening ✨

Big tables. Shared plates. One unforgettable African feast 🧆🍛❤️Planning a group of 10 or more? At Mama Africa, we take t...
24/03/2026

Big tables. Shared plates. One unforgettable African feast 🧆🍛❤️

Planning a group of 10 or more? At Mama Africa, we take the stress out of choosing with our African set menu - a full table spread of traditional dishes served family-style, so everyone gets to taste it all. 

From rich stews and flame-grilled favourites to vibrant sides, every dish arrives at your table to be SHARED - just like a true African gathering. No decisions, just connection, flavour, and celebration.

Gather your people. We’ll take care of the rest.
RSVP using the link in our bio 🤎

When the hits the stage, the whole room comes alive🥁✨From the rhythm of the drums to the energy of the dance, it’s more...
18/03/2026

When the hits the stage, the whole room comes alive🥁✨

From the rhythm of the drums to the energy of the dance, it’s more than a performance - it’s a celebration of Africa’s heartbeat.

Join us for a night where music, culture, and connection come together in true Mama Africa style.

Reserve your seat using the link in our bio 🍽️

Experience the true flavours of Cape Town with our mouthwatering Tiger Prawn Platter🦐With 12 juicy, butterflied tiger pr...
15/03/2026

Experience the true flavours of Cape Town with our mouthwatering Tiger Prawn Platter🦐

With 12 juicy, butterflied tiger prawns grilled to perfection, this dish showcases our city’s legendary fresh seafood. Each prawn bursts with smoky, buttery goodness, bringing a taste of the coast right to your plate 🌊🐚

Join us for an unforgettable seafood feast that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Africa! Easily make your booking using the link in our bio🤎🍽️

The heartbeat of Africa lives in the sound of the marimba. 🪘✨Rooted in centuries-old African musical traditions, the mar...
11/03/2026

The heartbeat of Africa lives in the sound of the marimba. 🪘✨

Rooted in centuries-old African musical traditions, the marimba is more than an instrument …it’s a celebration of rhythm, community, and storytelling. Its warm wooden tones have long brought people together, filling spaces with energy, joy, and movement.

At Mama Africa, our marimba band carries that spirit every night - turning dinner into an experience. From the first note to the last beat, the rhythm invites you to tap your feet, clap your hands, and feel the pulse of the continent.

Come for the food, stay for the rhythm. 🎶
Because when the marimba starts playing, the whole room comes alive.

Address

178 Long Street
Cape Town
8000

Opening Hours

Monday 12:00 - 00:00
Tuesday 12:00 - 00:00
Wednesday 12:00 - 00:00
Thursday 12:00 - 00:00
Friday 12:00 - 02:00
Saturday 12:00 - 02:00

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