The award-winning La Colombe in the Constantia Valley is one of Cape Town’s most renowned restaurants. La Colombe is located on the Silvermist Wine Estate and serves up a contemporary French-meets-Asian fine dining menu by chef James Gaag with exceptional wine pairings and attentive service. Using the freshest seasonal produce, diners can look forward to menu options such as the signature tuna ‘La Colombe’ – a tinned miniature yellowfin tuna creation featuring micro herbs, avocado puree and an umami broth while overlooking the scenic Constantia wine valley, False Bay and Hout Bay.

The Pot Luck Club

Since opening its doors in 2012, Luke Dale Roberts’ The Pot Luck Club has been wowing patrons with modern global inspired tapas served up by Head Chef Jason Kosmas. It has been dubbed the coolest restaurant in Cape Town with its success based on its diverse menu and innovative cuisine, served in a relaxed yet edgy environment in the cultural hub of Woodstock.

Some firm ‘Family Favorites’ at the Pot Luck Club include the Asian-style beef tartare served with hoisin dressing, coriander pesto and ponzu mayo, and the famous Pot Luck Club fish sliders with hake, mojo dressing and a delectable miso mayo offering an exceptional fine dining experience.

Belly of the Beast

Led by Chef Anouchka Horn and Neil Swart, Belly of the Beast offers diners an intimate nose to tail dining experience par excellence and is considered one of the best restaurants in Cape Town. The creative menu is a set-course taster option using only seasonal and local produce, as well as meat sourced from sustainable farmers – what’s available dictates the menu for the day. Diners can expect anything from mouth watering pumpkin risotto to delicious cured stumpnose fish or perfectly prepared gemsbok (antelope) tataki. All you need to do is show up and feast!

Chefs Warehouse Tintswalo Atlantic

A collaboration between fine dining experts, Luke Dale-Roberts and chef Ryan Cole, Salsify at the Roundhouse takes guests on an opulent culinary journey accented by daring decor. Located in Camps Bay, the restaurant hosts guests in a space dating back to 1786 which has been reimagined by contemporary art and sculptures. The a la carte menu offers a wide variety of dining options boasting delicate, yet bold seasonal flavors. You can expect anything from a leg of lamb served with a mulberry and hazelnut pesto to caramelized pineapple with coconut cake and kefir ice.

PIER

Located in the vibrant V&A Waterfront, PIER Restaurant is a 40-seater multi-course modern fine-dining restaurant headed by acclaimed Chef John Norris-Roger of La Petite Colombe in Franschhoek fame.

Situated in the Pierhead Building, PIER offers patrons an intimate multi-course dining experience overlooking the iconic V&A harbour coupled with fine wine. The menu features the finest local produce with a special emphasis on inspiration from the ocean like their confit mussels slowly cooked in chorizo oil or oysters poached tableside by the chefs.

FYN

FYN Restaurant is South Africa’s latest addition to the fine-dining scene in Cape Town. Under the expert guidance of ​​Peter Tempelhoff, Ashley Moss and Jennifer Hugé, FYN serves exciting contemporary African and Japanese-inspired dishes in an industrial-chic space located in the heart of the city. Diners can expect a thrilling exploration of flavors, textures and cooking styles when they indulge in the five-course kaiseki-style menus. The open-plan restaurant blurs the line between kitchen and dining room, with the aim of creating a relaxed atmosphere for all guests. If you want to be in the heart of the action, be sure to ask to be seated at the counter where you can watch the skilled chefs doing what they do best!

Homespun by Matt

With one eatery in Blouberg and a second now opened at Andros Boutique Hotel in Claremont, Michelin-star trained chef Matt Schreuder’s Homespun invites guests to indulge in a three- or five-course tasting menu with a twist inspired by Asian, local and global flavours. The cosy restaurant features a rustic and homely aesthetic and everything on the menu is home-made using quality, local ingredients.

Dishes are fun, creative, and packed with layers of flavor. Be sure to try the ‘Matt Special’ which comprises beautifully prepared beef fillet with wasabi  ponzu and capers, paired with a crisp Springfield Life from Stone or rich Thokozani SMV. Open for dinner only from 5pm.

Aubergine

Aubergine Restaurant opened its doors in September 1996 with a vision of creating a gastronomic haven in an atmosphere of timeless elegance. Housed in the former 1830 home of the first Chief Justice of the Cape, Sir John Wylde, Aubergine is situated in the historic Gardens area of Cape Town. The restaurant is open all year round for dinner and during the warmer months for lunch when guests can enjoy meals on the lush terrace. Private dining areas are available for small groups.

The Conservatory at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel

The Conservatory at The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel in Constantia Heights offers the epitome of a modern South African dining experience. From the indigenous bonsai on the table, to the explorative, locally-inspired fare dished up by Executive Chef, Tronette Dippenaar and team, the restaurant is an all-out celebration of everything South African making it a must visit destination for those in search of local flavours.

The dynamic kitchen team looks to the oceans, gardens, paddocks and orchards of sunny SA to find ingredients infused with meaning, and combine it to arrive at fun, inspiring dishes.

The pulsating restaurant scene in Cape Town is constantly evolving with exciting eateries opening up new possibilities in the foodie scene, offering culinary mastery that is guaranteed to leave you hungry for more. Be sure to contact your LuxVenture® Designer who will book a seat for you at one of Cape Town’s top fine dining restaurants today. No trip to Cape Town is complete without this unforgettable and indulgent add-on!

Beyond dining in Cape Town

Of course, South Africa’s mother city offers so much more than talented chefs offering some of the world’s best dining experiences. Once you’ve explored Cape Town’s vibrant dining scene, embark on an epic luxury safari experience to the nearby Kruger National Park’s Sabi Sands and witness some of Africa’s most awe-inspiring animals. Explore Table Mountain and enjoy panoramic views of Cape Town, or enjoy tasting experiences at some of the world’s most renowned wineries. Our luxury safari specialists can curate an incredible experience that combines the city, bush, and beach, for a once-in-a-lifetime getaway in South Africa. Contact our team today.