Restaurants in South Africa

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Restaurant Week South Africa Returns: 25 September – 1 November

18 September 2026 - Bookings for the spring edition of Restaurant Week South Africa are now officially open. From 25 September to 1 November 2026, more than 200 participating restaura...

Negroni Week Brings Creative Cocktails To Cape Town’s Kove Collection Venues

17 September 2026 - Negroni Week arrives at select Kove Collection venues from Monday, 21 September, celebrating one of the world’s most enduring cocktails with a line-up that puts ...

Mount Nelson Returns To The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 At No.34; James McBride Wins Icon Award

16 September 2026 - Cape Town’s Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, has returned to The World’s 50 Best Hotels at No.34, while South African-born hotelier James McBride has been na...

VUUR And Heirloom Come Together For A Once-Only Heritage Weekend Table At Cape Grace

15 September 2026 - This Heritage Weekend, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, and its in-house restaurant Heirloom welcome Chef Shaun Scrooby and the VUUR team for a four-hands collabo...

Team Masakhane To Fly The South African Flag At Culinary World Cup 2026

15 September 2026 - South Africa’s next generation of culinary talent is ready to take on the world. Team Masakhane, the country’s national junior culinary team, will represen...

Meet The Winner And Finalists Of The 2026 Diners Club SA Barista Of The Year Competition

14 September 2026 - Now in its fourth year, the Diners Club SA Barista of the Year competition continues to grow from strength to strength, cementing its reputation as a platform that cel...

2026 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge Winners Announced

13 September 2026 - Standard Bank and the Chenin Blanc Association have announced the winners of the 2026 Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge, recognising the exceptional quality,...

12 Creation Running Heroes Take On The Nelson Mandela Marathon For Pebbles

Creation Wines

Hermanus, Western Cape

13 September 2026 - Twelve Creation Running Heroes are taking on the Nelson Mandela Marathon on 18 October 2026, with one shared goal: to raise R30,000 for the Pebbles Project. On 18 ...

The Rocky Horror Show Is Back At Theatre On The Bay By Popular Demand

Act One Bar & Restaurant At Theatre On The Bay

Camps Bay, Western Cape

13 September 2026 - Following a completely sold-out season earlier this year, Pieter Toerien Productions and LAMTA have brought The Rocky Horror Show back to Theatre on the Bay by popular...

Spring At Hazendal: Heritage, Flavour And The Art Of The Winelands

Hazendal Wine Estate

Stellenbosch, Western Cape

12 September 2026 - Celebrate the arrival of spring and Heritage Month with seasonal dining, leisurely picnics, family experiences, wellness, wine, golf and entertainment at Hazendal Wine...

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Ballito, Kwazulu Natal Asian, Cocktails, Dim Sum, Light Meals, Thai, Vegan, Vegetarian

Soi 55 Thai Eatery is a modern Thai restaurant embracing the street food culture of Thailand, run by owner & head Chef Goo. Owners Goo and Sheri are not only life partners, but also busines...

Cape Town Central, Western Cape Bistro, Burgers, Coffee Shop, Grills, Light Meals, Tapas, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Judd’s Local is a family run business founded in 2017 by Erna Judd & Bryan-John Judd. Starting with a small bakery in the winelands, the Judd’s decided to take the proverbial le...

Camps Bay, Western Cape Bistro, Coffee Shop, Contemporary, Grills, Light Meals, South African, Traditional, Wine bar

Act One Bar & Restaurant offers a tasty menu for your pre-evening show dining in the restaurant upstairs, at Theatre On the Bay. Bookings can be made by calling the theatre box-office ...

Hilton, Kwazulu Natal Thai, Vegetarian

Welcome to Taste of Thai Restaurant in Hilton Taste of Thai will give you a little glimpse of Thailand in Hilton. Whether you want a break from the hustle and bustle of your busy life, a quick ...

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Grills, South African, Tapas, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Geuwels is both Vergenoegd Löw’s beating wine heart and home to our casual but refined farm-to-table restaurant. As we say in our cellar - we let the grapes dictate the winemaking. A...

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Bakery / Patisserie, Breakfast, Cocktails, Country, Deli, Light Meals, Picnics, Pizza, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Hazendal is a one-of-a-kind winelands destination offering culinary experiences, cultural discoveries, premium accommodation, event spaces, golf facilities and a kid’s edutainment centre. ...

Durban Central, Kwazulu Natal Cocktails, Fine Dining, French, Grills, Seafood, Tapas, Vegan, Vegetarian

9th Avenue Marina is an acclaimed fine dining establishment celebrated for its innovative and distinctive cuisine, complemented by beautiful sunsets and scenic waterfront vistas. Nestled in the vib...

Somerset West, Western Cape Country, Grills, International

96 Winery Road has been proudly perfecting Winelands dining since 1996 — yes, the year we opened, not our address. A firm favourite with locals, winemakers, and travellers from across the glo...

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Western Cape Breakfast, Grills, Light Meals, Seafood, Sushi, Vegan, Vegetarian

Upper Quay offers an elevated coastal dining experience overlooking the harbour, where fresh, sustainably sourced seafood takes centre stage. Enjoy expertly prepared shellfish, the catch of the day...

Paarl, Western Cape Bistro, Country, Fine Dining, International, South African, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keeping food miles low with thoughtful creations & new forms … The next chapter of Brookdale Estate’s Cinderella tale takes its shape in The Bistro and the Tasting Room found a...

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  • Ends 30 April 2027
    Cape Town Central, Western Cape
    Iron Steak And Bar

    For R265 per person: 200g Flat Iron Steak, served with wagyu beef-dripping popcorn, a fresh green leaf salad, and finished ...

  • Ends 31 December 2026
    Cape Town Central, Western Cape
    Maru Korean Steakhouse

    Where soul meets Seoul. Join us every Saturday from 12pm to 4pm for a delicious special. Order a “By the Bucket” se...

  • Ends 30 September 2026
    Camps Bay, Western Cape
    La Belle Bistro & Bakery (Camps Bay)

    Explore the warm and indulgent with our Breakfast and Chef’s Specialities. Dine in our cosy Constantia setting or enjoy o...