Mojo Market is one of those Cape Town spots where you can arrive without much of a plan and still end up spending hours there. Located in Sea Point on Regent Road, the market brings together loads of food stalls, bars, live music and plenty of fun things to do.
You can grab a coffee in the morning, try a few different dishes for lunch, meet friends for drinks or stick around for live entertainment in the evening. So let’s take a look at what The Mojo Market has to offer.
Mojo Market – Cape Town’s Food and Entertainment Hub in Sea Point
Opening in April 2017, Mojo Market quickly established itself as a destination for both locals and international visitors seeking something beyond the standard tourist experience. Located at 30 Regent Road in Sea Point, the market occupies a 2,000-square-metre space with double-volume ceilings and sea-facing windows that overlook the Atlantic Ocean. This position on the waterfront promenade means visitors can move between food stalls, bars, and shops whilst enjoying ocean views, a practical advantage that distinguishes it from Cape Town’s other food markets.
The market operates daily from 8 am to 11 pm, with coffee and breakfast available from opening time, though most food stalls begin service from 11 am onwards. Entry is free, and the market opens 365 days a year. Parking is available nearby, or visitors can take the MyCiTi bus to Sea Point Pavilion, placing the venue roughly 10 minutes from Cape Town’s city centre.
Website: https://mojomarket.co.za/
Address: 30 Regent Rd, Sea Point, Cape Town, 8060
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 11 am to 11 pm
The Food Offering
What sets Mojo Market apart is the scale and genuine diversity of its food vendors. The space houses over 30 food stalls, each operated independently, with several standing out for their approach to ingredient quality and technique.
Dashi Poké, led by Chef Kyle John Dods, combines Japanese and Vietnamese influences within the Hawaiian poké framework. This isn’t standardised fast-casual poke but a more considered interpretation of the dish. The Mussel Monger & Oyster Bar sources premium oysters and mussels directly from Atlantic waters and dedicated farms in Saldanha Bay on the West Coast. Unlike many seafood vendors who work through distributors, this operation maintains direct supply lines, which affects both freshness and pricing.
Sha Sha Warma offers Middle Eastern cuisine, shawarma, pita, laffa, and plate-based dishes alongside a deli-style salad bar. The operation is Halaal-certified, which matters for visitors with dietary requirements. Plucky’s Fried Chicken brings Korean-style preparation; items include popz, bao buns, wraps, noodles, and fried chicken burgers. TeAwesome serves Taiwanese tea culture in hot and cold formats, with vegan options and naturally brewed teas.
Beyond these named vendors, the market accommodates a range of cuisines and dietary needs. Ramen, temaki, nasi goreng, spitbraai, and kunafa desserts are all available, alongside rolled ice cream. The market caters explicitly to vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and Halaal requirements, meaning dietary restrictions need not limit options.
Food pricing sits at mid-range for South Africa’s urban food markets, reasonable without being exceptional value. Water and basic items could be cheaper, but the venue’s location, atmosphere, and vendor quality justify the pricing for most visitors.
Bars and Drinking
Mojo Market operates five bars within the single venue. The Main Bar provides a central hub, with separate areas for craft beer (Tap’d Beer Bar), whisky, tequila, and cocktails. The craft beer selection is notable: the market claims to have the widest selection of beverages on tap in the Southern Hemisphere, a claim worth testing if you’re interested in local and imported craft beer.
The range means visitors can move between bars or settle at one depending on their preference. The cocktail bar operates to reasonable standards for a food market setting, not fine dining, but competent preparation.
Entertainment
Live music is a daily element here, not a weekend-only addition. The market hosts over 600 performances per year across local artists, with specific themed events throughout the week: karaoke, jazz, comedy, Zumba, salsa, and sports screening. Sunday evenings feature Mojo Market Salsa, which combines training with social dancing, useful if you want to learn or already know the style.
The market also runs regular yoga classes with sea views and hosts pop-up markets and food festivals at intervals. This entertainment programming means the atmosphere shifts depending on when you visit. A Friday evening will feel different from a Tuesday lunch.
The Mojo Market Hotel
Mojo Market Hotel operates as a boutique property within the same complex. The rooms are contemporary in design with standard amenities expected in this category. The rooftop terrace is the main distinguishing feature, offering views across Sea Point. The hotel serves both business and leisure travellers, with the advantage that guests can access market food and bars without leaving the building.
For North American, UK, and European visitors, the hotel offers a middle ground: affordable urban accommodation with a distinctive local atmosphere rather than an international chain property. This appeals particularly to travellers who want to be embedded in a working neighbourhood rather than isolated in a tourist enclave.
Practical Information for International Visitors
Sea Point itself is a developed coastal suburb roughly 10 minutes from the city centre. The neighbourhood has restaurants, beaches, and pedestrian access to the waterfront promenade. Visiting Mojo Market makes sense as part of a Sea Point afternoon or evening rather than as an isolated destination.
The market is dog-friendly, which matters if you’re travelling with pets or simply want an informal atmosphere. The free entry removes any barrier to spending time there without spending money, which is unusual for food courts in comparable international cities.
If you’re driving, allow time for parking. MyCiTi buses serve the area reliably, though timetables should be checked in advance if using public transport. A designated driver remains necessary if you plan to drink at the bars.
The market’s position on the promenade means you can combine a visit with a waterfront walk or beach time, depending on the season and weather. Atlantic Ocean water is cold year-round, typically 12–16°C, so swimming is a choice rather than an obvious activity.
When to Visit
Food stalls reach full service from mid-morning onwards. Weekend mornings are busier with a brunch-focused crowd. Evenings are animated by entertainment and the bar clientele. Weekday afternoons tend toward a quieter working-lunch atmosphere. Your preference for crowds or calm should guide timing.
At the end of the day, Mojo Market is really about having options. You can eat your way through different cuisines, grab a drink at one of the bars, catch some live music, or simply find a spot and enjoy the atmosphere.
It’s also a handy place to visit with a group because everyone can choose something different without having to agree on one restaurant. Being in Sea Point means there’s plenty more to do nearby, too. So whether you’re a local looking for a casual night out or a visitor exploring Cape Town, Mojo Market is an easy spot to add to your plans.