Cape Peninsula Restaurants

Located in the Tygervalley Waterfront, Asian Asia’s prime lakeside location makes an ideal setting dining alfresco on the water’s edge. The interior remains cosy and intimate, perfect for a romantic dinner. A variety of Asian food spills off the menu offering Chinese, Japanese and Thai with plenty of seafood and vegetarian options too. Begin with a hot starter and selection of tempura, dim sum, spring rolls and soups. Main course dishes range from chicken or seafood teppanyaki and classic Asian dishes such as sizzling beef on a hot plate and crispy duck, including seafood combos and myriad of noodle dishes. Dine overlooking the lake or treat someone special to a romantic dinner at Asian Asia, Tigervalley.

Set within the trendy suburb of Green Point, Bamboo Asian Fusion offers a unique setting where diners indulge on succulent sushi off the bodies of naked women. The interior adds an air of sophistication and seductiveness to the experience, with low ambient lighting in the form of paper lanterns, floral designs, latticed screens and original bamboo flooring soothed by ambient house music. If naked sushi exceeds your appetite, then try the delicious dishes off the menu starting with appetizers such as Prawn Toast, Spring Rolls, Dumplings and Soups. Mains include Asian Green or Red Curry, Seared Salmon, Galangai Fillet and a selection of Wok Dishes. Conclude your meal with a heavenly dessert.

A superb Indian restaurant with an emphasis on vegetarian options, Chandani provides delicious authentic food with influences from all over India. Enjoy succulent tandoori dishes and deliciously soft naans and parathas as well as exciting vegetarian options like paneer and brinjal curries. The wine list is carefully compiled to include wines that go perfectly with the Indian fare. The decor is designed with traditional Indian surroundings in mind and features beautiful touches such as a peacock mosaic and decorative lanterns. For a taste of India that you won’t forget, try Chandani.

For the best in Asian cuisine, try Chef Pon’s Asian Kitchen. A nice selection of wines is available, as well as Tiger beer, which is well worth a try. The decor is simple and the service is friendly in this vibrant spot. Well worth stopping by for a relaxed dinner or just to grab a takeaway to enjoy at home.

Tucked away behind Eden on the Bay Centre, Eastern Fusion is a fusion of flavours from China, Japan, Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore. A mixture of Eastern cuisine and traditional dishes, alongside some unique creations offers diversity and choice. Freshly made sushi, traditional beers and alfresco seating makes Eastern Fusion a great spot for an easy-going dining experience and great value for money.

Based on the traditional Korean barbecue, with a touch of Western flavour, Galbi Restaurant brings forth flavours from Korea that remains highly popular. Located in Long Street, easily accessible, diners frequent this eatery to indulge in meat cooked at your own table paired with delicious side dishes. Grill your steaks, fillets, rump and game on a small grill at your table and pair your chosen cut with delicious baked tofu, garlic bread, summer salads sprinkled with distinct Korean flavour.

Indochine is an upmarket Asian fusion restaurant found on the Delaire Graff Wine Estate in Stellenbosch. It is the sister restaurant to the more established Delaire Restaurant also located on the farm. The wine estate surroundings and the natural beauty of the Stellenbosch district sets the mood for a delightful dining out experience. The restaurant itself is understatedly modern and sophisticated with leather couches and copper top tables. The open plan design also has a fireplace with couches if one chooses to take pre- dinner drinks. The Asian fusion menu is inspired by local organic ingredients. Food lovers will enjoy the attention to detail from Italian cutlery to the plated art – that is the food. The chef’s interaction with guests about the dishes he has designed, is a personal touch that adds dimension to the dining experience. Menu options include 2, 3, 4 or 5 courses. The wine list offers a good selection of locally and internationally sourced labels, but only Delaire’s wines are offered by the glass. Be sure to take a moment and admire the Cheetah sculptures, by well known sculptor Dylan Lewis, at the entrance.

The emphasis is on health with additive and MSG free meals brimming with fresh, seasonal produce. The interior is cosy and warm, muted lighting and homely ambiance add to the warm and sublime dining experience. Unique tables imported directly from Korea come in the form of stovetop tables. Guests can select and cook their own meals, a fantastic experience for family and friends. The Stove Top Meals include various options such as the Kimchi-Jeongol - a spicy stew consisting of pork, kimchi and tofu, Mix-Jeongol - a spicy stew consisting of ham, bacon, red beans, tofu and vegetables in a beef stock or the Bulgogi - thin succulent slices of beef, mushrooms and vegetables marinated in soy sauce and served with fresh vegetables and steamed rice. Alternatively diners can choose form the menu with a great selection of starters such as the steamed and fried dumplings, followed by a hearty main meal of seafood-pa-jun (a Korean style, kneaded, pancake topped with spring onions, carrots, onions, prawns, calamari, mussels and crabstick). Park’s Menu Korean Restaurant is an exciting and healthy alternative to traditional dining and is a must try experience for all the friends and family.

This trendy hotspot in Kloof Street, Gardens brings the taste of the Orient to Cape Town. The elegant Vietnamese menu tinged Japanese influences provides a colourful and orchestral explosion of taste and flavours. For starters try the grilled chicken skewers or do-it-yourself lettuce wraps layered with prawns, fresh herbs, noodles and sweet chilli sauce. Popular main courses such as the chicken cashew nuts, spicy beef basil with chilli sauce and the battered Saigon ginger fish tantalize and come with a selection rice or noodles. Desert pleases with Saigon's exotic deep-fried ice cream – a melt in the mouth batter casting filled with ice cream then served with their honey syrup. The ambiance beckons relaxation and indulgence flanked by magnificent views of Table Mountain! Booking essential.

Located along Rheede Street in Gardens, Sawaddee’s elaborate gold-painted wooden carvings, Thai art and exotic setting wet the palate before delicious portions of authentic Thai cuisine grace your table. Prepared by talented Thai chefs, diners relax and enjoy fresh, flavourful dishes such as grilled beef salad, duck green curry, and crispy fish with ginger alongside a crisp glass of wine or Singha Beer. Dine within the exotic interior overlooking the bustling Rheede Street at Sawaddee, perfect for lunch or dinner.

Named after the metropolis capital of South Korea, Seoul Restaurant boasts high quality and popular cuisine that appeals to all palates that enjoy full-bodied flavour and tastes. Try the soups, stews, seafood, shabu shabu, Korean BBQ, noodles and vegetarian dishes to mention a few. Seoul Restaurant is a refreshing take on dining that welcomes all palates with tantalising Korean cuisine.

Exuding a trendy but warm ambiance, diners soak the casual chic setting infused with creative blends of Asian spices and modern presentation. Expect dishes that appeal to every palate, from noodles, sushi to salad and woks fries, this trendy setting is perfect for lunch or dinner.

Located in Newlands, Tai Ping meaning ‘Peace and Tranquility’ invites with a laid-back mood and relaxed ambiance. The main dining area is brightly painted with blue decorative walls, contrasted by comfortable chairs and light Chinese music. Regular clientele pay homage to talented chefs who prepare authentic Cantonese and Szechaan dishes for all tastes and budgets. Enjoy an authentic lunch or dinner, or celebrate an occasion at Tai Ping Restaurant in Newlands.

For delicious, authentic Thai cusine, try Thaifoon in Bellville. Situated in a convenient spot within the Northern Suburbs and boasting a friendly and lively atmosphere, this restaurant is a must-try for couples and families alike. The vast menu proffers superb authentic Thai food, created with passion and dedication by the talented team behind the scenes. More than just a restaurant, there is frequent entertainment on chosen Saturday nights as well as the opportunity to learn how to create some of the fantastic dishes at the Chiang Mai Thai Culinary School. A brilliant experience all-round, Thaifoon is well worth a visit.

Remaining true to Japan, the Japanese themes and traditional paintings create an air of authenticity, complimented by well-known sushi dishes and chef’s specialties. Dine alfresco or relax in the more formal dining room. If sushi beacons, then enjoy a casual dining experience at the sushi counter flanked by colourful dishes and décor. The Asian menu focuses on curries, stir-fries and noodles, or traditional favourites such as the sizzling beef on a hotplate or the chicken with cashew nuts. Try the popular steamed or pan-fried dumplings available in prawn, pork, and spicy or vegetarian options. The chef’s specialties come highly recommended or the red duck curry or Peking duck with pancakes rounded off with banana and chocolate spring rolls.

The décor leans towards minimalist. The warm interior dressed in hues of orange and brown and low ambient lighting. The menu showcases well know Thai dishes and reasonable prices such as green Thai curry with chicken or prawns, crispy duck and pancakes, fried pad Thai noodles with prawns and chilli. Some favourites remain such as spicy hot and sour tom yum soup or the tom kha gah soup with coconut milk. Remember to choose your heat levels before ordering.

‘Wafu’ means The Asian Way and what more could they offer in terms of beauty, taste and perfection when they already have it all. Wakame’s breathtaking views span from the old lighthouse, across to Table Bay taking in the best views of Cape Town and Robbin Island. Dine in total comfort and idyllic surrounds watching Whales surface for air or Dolphins playfully diving, even Yachts elegantly chasing the wind all this while dining on a fusion of Pacific rim blends touched with a hint of French and Western influences. Young innovate chefs embrace the art of Asian cuisine dressing the menu in an assortment of fresh sushi, dim sum, meat, and fish and poultry dishes. Dine alfresco on the raised wooden decks pampered by the view or within the beautiful warmth of cherry inlays, green tea antique walls, cherry counters, all contrasted by 3 meter long fish tanks. Wafu Wakame welcomes an exotic and beautifully tranquil dining experience set in perfect location lingering with perfect blends of fusion cuisine.

A contemporary oasis, soothed by giant fish tanks, low hung bamboo lights and ambient lighting. The menu takes a journey through Asia, starting with Sushi, seafood and traditional fare and the wine list compliments with good and interesting selections. Wasabi is easy located in the Constantia Shopping Centre.