Restaurants in South Africa

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Buried In The Kalahari, A Restaurant That Could Exist Nowhere Else ...

07 October 2026 - At Tswalu, Luke Dale Roberts has created a restaurant shaped by the landscape rather than imposed upon it — where the Kalahari runs from the earth beneath your f...

Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha Unveils Complete Refurbishment And New 25° East Restaurant

05 October 2026 - City Lodge Hotels has completed a full refurbishment of Courtyard Hotel Gqeberha, marking the latest in a series of property upgrades as the group continues to reinves...

Introducing Africa’s First Bread Sommelier

02 October 2026 - “Bread has become much more to me than a slice on a side plate.” For La Motte Bakery’s Ricardo Slawers, the statement is something of an understa...

Iron Steak & Bar Named A 2026 Travellers’ Choice Winner

Iron Steak And Bar

Cape Town Central, Western Cape

29 September 2026 - Cape Town’s Iron Steak & Bar has been named a 2026 Travellers’ Choice winner by Tripadvisor, placing restaurant among the top 10% of restaurants worldw...

Woordfees 2026 Puts The Art Of Stellenbosch Wine In The Spotlight

Le Pommier Wine Estate

Stellenbosch, Western Cape

29 September 2026 - From wine tastings and winemaker conversations to vineyard walks, literary discussions and a long-table feast, Woordfees 2026 offers an engaging opportunity to experie...

Rick’s Café Américain Celebrates 21 Years On Kloof Street

Rick's Cafe Americain

Cape Town Central, Western Cape

29 September 2026 - A Cape Town favourite is turning 21, and Rick’s Café Américain is inviting its regulars, friends and fellow food and music lovers to raise a glass ...

Groot Constantia Builds On Legacy As New CEO Is Appointed

28 September 2026 - The Board of the Groot Constantia Trust has announced the appointment of Dr Edo Heyns as the estate’s new Chief Executive Officer, effective 19 October 2026. ...

Franschhoek’s Cap Classique & Champagne Festival Returns To Open Summer Season

28 September 2026 - The Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival, presented by Capitec and Franschhoek Wine Valley, returns to the Huguenot Monument on 5 and 6 December 2026, se...

A Splash Of Joy On Bree Street: Rix Wellmann Unveils Splish Splash

Scala Pasta Bar

Cape Town Central, Western Cape

28 September 2026 - A playful new sculpture by South African artist Rix Wellmann adds a splash of colour and whimsy to Bree Street – Cape Town’s vibrant foodie capital, where ...

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...

Restaurants Recently Updated

Paranga

Camps Bay, Western Cape Grills, International, Seafood, Sushi

Circa 2002, Paranga was born - and with it the Camps Bay essence that defines it. It's classy, it's irreverent, it's iconoclastic. It's laidback high society meets Cape Town casual....

Geuwels at Vergenoegd Low

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...

The House of JC Le Roux

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Breakfast, Grills, Italian, Light Meals, Pizza, Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian, Wine bar

The House of J.C. Le Roux is known as "The Home of Celebration" because we believe that you should always find your celebration, and this is where you’re guaranteed to do just that....

Neil Ellis Tasting Room and Restaurant

Stellenbosch, Western Cape Grills, Light Meals, Tapas, Vegetarian

Welcome to the newly reimagined Neil Ellis Wines Tasting Room and Restaurant, where fine wine, seasonal cuisine, and breathtaking mountain views come together in perfect harmony. Located in the...

9th Avenue Marina

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...

Chinchilla

Camps Bay, Western Cape Bistro, Cocktails, Seafood

A playful, casual and elegant interior seamlessly combines beach with boho-chic, while a menu featuring café classics has been expertly tailored to Chinchilla’s unique location. Su...

Yatai Ramenbar

Cape Town Central, Western Cape Asian, Japanese, Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian

Introducing Yatai Ramenbar - Where the vibrant essence of Japanese street food meets refined dining, blending simplicity and complexity in perfect harmony. Located below Nikkei on Cape Town&rsq...

Hussar Grill - George

George, Western Cape Game, Grills, Steakhouse, Vegetarian

The Hussar Grill welcomes you into the world of one of South Africa's premier grill rooms - perfectly aged succulent steaks, delectable house specialities and an amazing award-winning wine sele...

Upper East Side

Hazelwood, Gauteng American, South African, Steakhouse

A modern, upscale dining experience in Pretoria, Upper East Side delivers refined comfort cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails and an atmosphere designed for stylish gatherings, business lunches and...

Amelia's at The Plettenberg

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape Contemporary, Fusion, Light Meals, Seafood

Indulge in a experience that captures the essence of coastal charm at The Plettenberg. Nestled by the sea, we offer the perfect blend of breathtaking views and culinary creativity, whether you choo...