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

Maru Korean Steakhouse

Cape Town Central, Western Cape Asian, Cocktails, Grills, Korean, Steakhouse, Vegan, Vegetarian

Maru Korean Steakhouse brings a different take on Korean dining to Cape Town’s vibrant Bree Street, pairing the bold, vibrant flavours of Korea with the craft of a modern steakhouse. Expe...

Verdicchio Restaurant & Wine Cellar

Fourways Central, Gauteng Fine Dining, Greek, Grills, Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood, Vegetarian

Come and experience the ambiance of our vintage inspired Wine Cellar. Enjoy an array of mouth- watering cuisine, an award-winning wine list and 5 star service. Functions and Events ...

Grand Africa Cafe & Beach

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Western Cape Bistro, Cocktails, Contemporary, Cosmopolitan, International, Light Meals, Mediterranean, Pizza, Seafood, Vegetarian, Wine bar

Cape Town’s favourite destination restaurant and venue, Grand Africa Café & Beach embraces a free-spirited beach café culture, nestled poignantly on the sea-front shoreline ...

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Western Cape Asian, Cape Malay, Chinese, Cocktails, Contemporary, Cosmopolitan, Dim Sum, European, Fine Dining, Fusion, Grills, Halaal, Indian, International, Japanese, Portuguese, Seafood, South African, Steakhouse, Sushi, Thai, Vegan, Vegetarian

Guests can look forward to enjoying vibrant views of the Cape Town Cruise Terminal harbour from our balcony. Our restaurant includes a refined whisky bar, wine-tasting section, sushi conveyer belt,...

96 Winery Road Restaurant

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...

Act One Bar & Restaurant at Theatre On The Bay

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 ...

Bike Forge

Tulbagh, Western Cape Braai, Breakfast, Burgers, Light Meals, Pizza, Pub Meals, Vegan, Vegetarian

Welcome to Bike Forge! When the flag is up, we’re open! Bike Forge is a biker-friendly venue where like-minded people can get together and talk shop over a cold one and a bite to ea...

The Lookout

Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape Breakfast, Burgers, Cocktails, Grills, Light Meals, Pizza, Seafood, Vegan, Vegetarian

Looking for a place to enjoy a delicious meal with a breath-taking view? Look no further than the Lookout Deck, located in the heart of Plettenberg Bay. The Lookout creates a comfortabl...

The LivingRoom at Summerhill

Pinetown, Kwazulu Natal Fine Dining, South African, Vegetarian

At The LivingRoom, our ambition is to showcase Durban’s culinary diversity at an Internationally recognized level. We believe, Durban needs a true representative of its beautiful culinary her...

Wilde Vy Bistro

Durbanville, Western Cape Bistro, Breakfast, Cocktails, Contemporary, Grills, Light Meals, Seafood, Tapas, Vegetarian

Set around a statuesque Wild Fig Tree on Hooggelegen Farm in Durbanville, Wilde Vy Bistro offers a dining experience that’s fresh, flavourful and memorable. Our menu caters to diverse tas...