Cape Peninsula Restaurants

A bustling and lively spot, Adesso is quickly becoming the only place to be in the Southern suburbs. Serving superb Italian cuisine in a friendly and vibrant environment, it is no wonder that Adesso is amassing a large loyal following. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, diners can enjoy the finest coffee and a mouth-watering cake selection. A superb venue for parties and events, Adesso is a versatile and exciting restaurant.

For a brilliant breakfast, a light lunch or a sumptuous supper, Al Nafoora always provides the best options.This Mediterranean restaurant proffers a wide variety of breakfast options to help you start the day properly. For lunch and dinner there is a superb a la carte menu with a great selection of dishes including fresh fish and delicious mezze.The atmosphere is relaxed and laid back but still upmarket, making your dining experience at Al Nafoora a special but affordable event.Experience wonderful food and warm Cape hospitality at Al Nafoora.

A hidden gem in Big Bay, Alexia’s restaurant is a Greek influenced Mediterranean restaurant that offers a variety of deliciously authentic meals. With views across Table Bay towards Table Mountain and the Cape Town, Alexia’s is the perfect place to sit back, sip on a cool glass of vino and take in the amazing views of the Mother City while delighting in delicious food.

Flanked by a 20 liter salt water fish tank, Aqua sets the mood with pleasant alfresco dining serving old favourites like calamari and haloumi to popular Mediterranean platters brimming with dolmades, pita, haloumi, meatballs and many more. Share a platter sample a mixture of calamari, line fish, mussels with a creamy sauce and lemon grilled prawns For the meat lovers, try the sizzling the Lamb Cutlets served with pita bread, tzatziki, fries and salad rounding of your Greek experience with a traditional dessert Ekmek - baked phyllo pastry topped with custard and finished with a sweetened cream, roasted almonds and a cherry.

Nostalgic photos adorn the walls, rustic kitchen equipment dangle from chandeliers and colourful meals are best eaten with mismatched Victorian cutlery in this cute, kitch and cosy eatery in Loop Street. The menu focuses on wholesome meals, handwritten on a collection of blackboards. Flavours of the Middle East infused with a touch of Boerekos add a distinct flare to dining while traditional servings of lamb shawarma hit the spot. Round off the meal with a selection of rocky road brownies, cupcakes galore and lemon meringue. Cool the palate with a Frankie cinnamon cola or warming Arabic coffee infused with cardomon and cloves after indulging the menu.

An iconic venue in fashionable Camps Bay, Blues restaurant and bar has solidified world-class status and with good reason. The layout encourages patrons to relax, with an open-plan lounge and bar and sophisticated decor. A great place to unwind as you watch the waves crash against a white sandy beach while sipping a cocktail or enjoying a delicious meal.

Nestled within the Noble Hill Wine Estate, amidst working vineyards and the majestic Simonsberg Mountain, Cosecha harvests Latin delight using fresh local ingredients. Dishes embrace a mix of contemporary and traditional Latin flavours and proffers daily specials enjoyed with fine wine and idyllic scenery. Discover seasonal flavours and farm fresh flavours at Cosecha Restaurant in Paarl.

Located in the Northern Suburbs, Encore accommodates 80 people seated and 150 cocktail including a dance floor. The up market and trendy atmosphere enjoys good food and excellent service with views of Table Mountain and Table Bay. The menu covers Mediterranean and South African cuisine and caters for a wide variety of functions starting with breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Set in a beautiful converted house in Green Point, the décor warms the senses with wooden floors and minimalist décor complimented by a wrap around porch perfect for alfresco luncheons. Enjoy daily specials or feast off the menu on delights such as beautifully light pasta parcels filled with artichokes and ricotta. Or try the ragout-shredded tender beef that soaked into fresh pasta or the saltimbocca-flattened veal covered in Parma ham. The wine list is expensive with some fine Italian blends on offer, a perfect accompaniment to Italian dining.

La Med is on a 'beauty nap' until September.The venue offers the most stunning panoramic sea and mountain views with ‘out of this world’ sunsets. In summer, whilst soaking up the sun, relax on the deckwith a cocktail. La Med is also famous for its electric atmosphere during livesporting events shown on their big screen.Once the sun goes down the fun begins, with local DJ's mixing it up on the decks and barmen mixing it up with the cocktails. And don't miss the Goldfish Submerged Sundays!

La Pineta is a charming eatery nestled in the Stellenbosch wine-lands. With a lovely bit of history attached to it, it’s difficult not to drawn to dine on the restaurant terrace and embrace the relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant is located in the old “Louw se Bos” a pine forest where romantic picnics were once the order of the day. It is told that the forest had a very special quality in forging long lasting relationships. A visit to La Pineta is nothing short of captivating Guests will appreciate the versatile menu and unpretentious food on offer. With a range of starters, mains and dessert, La Pineta proves itself capable to catering for all tastes. Menu items include a great selection of starters to the likes of salads and delicacies like Brandy Flambe’ed Chicken Livers and Carpaccio of Beef. Expect traditional favourites for mains: Oxtail, Lamb Shank and Crispy Duck. With mouth watering desserts to complete the meal, patrons will certainly consider a second visit to La Pineta. Wine lovers will be happy to make a choice from the restaurant’s locally sourced wines while the cocktail menu will entice the young at heart.

For tasty light bites with a Mediterranean influence, Lazari Food Gallery is a great place for a quick bite or a relaxed time with good friends. Superb breakfasts and delicious mains, available in half portions are the order of the day, as well as a variety of cupcakes that Lazari is famous for. Attentive service and a homely feel make patrons feel relaxed and at ease as they sample the delights on offer. A buzzing spot, full of character, Lazari’s Food Gallery is well worth a visit.

Capetonians and visitors have enjoyed Restaurant Paradiso’s hospitality since 1992. French Restaurateurs, Marie Dischinger and Pierre Deloge took it over in January 2008. Their passion, dedication and fresh ideas will ensure Paradiso remains a firm favourite in the hearts and minds of locals and visitors from afar.Le Restau Paradiso is located in upper Kloof Street, Gardens with a magnificent view of the mountain and City Centre. Lunch or dinner in the garden or on the balcony will be an occasion to remember.Relax, enjoy a glass of wine and a delicious meal. The warm Mediterranean decor and friendly staff will bring you back time and time again.Expect traditional French and South African specialities on our menu. We are famous for our Pan fried beef fillet, Lamb shank, Ostrich bobotie and Warm lamb salad. Vegetable Tian, Beef Bourguignon, Quiche Lorraine and Seafood Armoricaine are new. The Menu changes regularly to ensure that mainly seasonal and local ingredients are used, seafood is fresh and to “amuser vos papilles” (to keep your taste buds intrigued).

The versatile seating invites sushi dining at the sushi bar, inside tables in the spacious interior or alfresco dining on the covered veranda or outside deck scattered with umbrellas. Inside, large folding doors create a feeling of space and invite the outside in, while diners indulge in sushi, seafood, Mediterranean and tapas. Try Mediterranean tapas dishes such as homemade fish cakes, pickled fish, Portuguese sardines and calamari salad. The fresh fish counter swims with fresh fish daily and expert fishmongers prepare and fillet fish, and advise on cooking and preparation. Expect prawns, langoustines, mussels, line fish, crayfish, calamari and oysters. For starters try the sushi or mussels and the tapas dishes and mains the seafood platter or giant Tiger Prawns cooked on the coals. For dessert lovers the choco hot pot (made with Lindt chocolate and mascarpone) comes highly recommended, or the halva ice cream. Lemon Butta is provides a well-rounded eating, shopping and socializing experience in the heart of Belville.

Located in the Fountain Shopping Centre in Rondebosch, Lyra’s is becoming a household name for locals. The Italian inspired menu and light meals menu makes it the perfect location to enjoy a lazy weekend breakfast, with a morning paper and frothy cappuccino, or a summery lunch and romantic evening dinner under the African sky. Indoor facilities are available, but Lyra’s is all about enjoyed your meal alfresco, (during summer months). The great Italian fare, unbeatable cakes and coffees and relaxed ambiance are the venue of choice for alfresco dining in Rondebosch.

Experience a decadent taste of the Mediterranean at Marc’s Mediterranean Cuisine and Garden. Wine from the local area features heavily on the well-planned list, as well as wines from further afield. Impeccable service enhances the experience as well as the beautiful setting within an old house. A pretty garden allows for al fresco dining, as does the veranda. A culinary journey to the Med awaits you at Marc’s Mediterranean Cuisine and Garden.

The cosy and casual vibe makes dining at Marika’s a anytime dining experience. Dressed in rustic holiday art that adorns the walls and casual décor with heavy striped crockery up scaling the tables. The menu brims with starters, which include old favourites, like dolmades and skordalia, flame grilled sardines or fried whitebait. Try the slow baked lamb for mains, or the vegetarian moussaka topped with a souffléd white sauce. Desert is heaven on plate, try the halva ice cream blended to creamy-nutty heaven and if the nougatine cake is in stock, grab it!

Meloncino Ristorante is not your average Italian restaurant.Daring to push the boundaries of Italian cuisine, this elegant and stylish venue on the trendy Waterfront provides a dining experience that revolutionises traditional perceptions.Three skilful and dedicated chefs from Rome take the utmost pride in creating new and exciting dishes that delight and satisfy. Superb flavour combinations, impeccable presentation and flawless quality ensure that diners will enjoy every mouthful of their chosen meal.Expect home-made pasta with authentic Italian sauces, steaks and seafood from their charcoal grill, traditional wood-fired pizza and an extensive menu to choose from. In order to stay faithful to the original, various ingredients like cheese, coffee and wine are imported from ItalyChic, modern decor provides the decadent surroundings and a stunning backdrop of the mountain makes this a superb setting for a mind-blowing gastronomic experience.

If Pizza is your crazing, Nonna Lina can more than accommodate. This cosy and friendly establishment proffers superb pizzas with thin and crispy bases and a good selection of toppings. There are also options like veal, tuna and delicious pastas on offer with a nice wine list to accompany. Good service and a lively atmosphere make Nonna Lina is a place worth coming back to.

Discover Jewish style specialty foods that embrace slow food movement philosophies and sustainability using organically grown and local produce. From homemade preserves, pickles, dips to breads and deli delights; Odeds Kitchen is full of innovative flavour and vibrant colours. Expect natural and no artificial preservatives at Odeds Kitchen in Salt River

The interior is a Pandora’s box, filled with surprises and dining areas brimming with character and inspiration. Stylish table settings and a restored wine cellar makes for an unforgettable dining experience or alfresco in the charming garden setting. The a la carte menu offers classic choices such as Oxtail, Lamb Shanks or Bobotie, while offering cosmopolitan choices such as pizzas, pasta and salads. Decadent deserts tempt the palate with choices such as Gooseberry Cheesecake or Pistachio Crème Brulee. Discover a culinary gem on Vredenheim Estate in Stellenbosch.

Well known for its sumptuous breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas, this popular social haunt in the Constantia Valley has undergone a re-awakening by none other than Luke Dale-Roberts, Executive Chef of the recently crowned 2009 Eat Out Restaurant of the Year, La Colombe. Luke has appointed his protégé, Scot Kirton, as the Head Chef of the new River Café. Situated at the entrance of Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate, the River Café is the place to be in summer whether it's for breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks or dinner - with its casual ambience, pristine location and friendly service.As befits its laidback persona, the revitalised River Café offers an authentic and affordable bistro-style dining experience, using only the freshest local ingredients, wines from the Constantia Valley, plates of wholesome, satisfying fare with a sophisticated country feel. The menu changes daily, giving diners can experience a wide variety of dishes that reflect the best seasonal offerings.Scot and Luke work closely with Horticulturalist, Boyd Hutchings, and together they have developed an organic garden allowing them to grow their own fresh herbs and vegetables for their ever-changing culinary creations. They will also be embarking on an exciting project to smoke their own produce, from salmon to meats and cheeses and have sourced artisan baked breads and top quality coffee.Need to know? Open 7 days a week. Breakfast: 08h30-11h00 Lunch Bistro: 12h30-14h30 Dinner Bistro: 18h30-22h00 All Day Café: 11h00-22h00. Open for Christmas Day Lunch only and closed on New Year's Day.

Rumbullion translates “A riotous good time’ nestled amidst 300 year old pomegranate trees and landscaped gardens. Sprawl out on the manicured lawns or share the love of food at tables laden with freshly baked loaves, decanters of wine and sumptuous roasts. Offering breakfast and lunch, the menu touches on tapas, deli, Med and light meals in relaxed surrounds perfect for lulling the day away with family and friends. Al la carte menu Breakfast: Fri – Sun (09:00 – 11:30) Lunch: Tuesdays to Sun (12:00 – 16:00) Sundowners: Wednesday to Sat (16:00 – 20:00)

The menu embodies the Mediterranean with a combination of dishes such as perfectly cooked wood fired pizzas, tasty tapas and combination dishes. Enjoy a freshly baked croissant and intoxicating Origin coffee or sip on a well-paired bottle of wine sampling tasty prawn rissoles or beef espetadas. For quality food and wine and the great ambiance of the Mediterranean, visit Saboroso in Bakoven.

Sumptuous Mediterranean cuisine is the name of the game at Sloppy Sam and it doesn’t disappoint!Choose from tasty homemade starters and succulent lamb dishes as well as a choice few vegetarian options. A modest but good selection of wines provides the accompaniment.A cosy, comfortable layout includes framed photos, quaint olive oil tins and warm lighting.A loyal following of regulars pays testament to the fact that the food, service and atmosphere is not to be missed at Sloppy Sam!

This Mediterranean themed eatery embraces bistro style dining and the best seafront location on Beach Road. Enjoy classics, mezze platters and even thin crust pizzas from the extensive menu dining alfresco with refreshing views from Beach Road. The relaxed atmosphere, delicious flatbreads, pizzas and more, coupled by breathtaking sunsets makes Sontano by Caveau the place to be for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Reviewed by many as an amazing and unique experience, Stardust Restaurant hosts lunch and dinner performances, a remarkable wine list and authentic Tagine dishes. Try their signature dishes such as lamb, chicken or seafood tagine, oven baked to produce a succulent luscious dish served with rice or couscous. Try their famous shish-lick, falafel or bread bowl salads. For your daily dose of theatrical dining, free-range dishes and tantalising Mediterranean and African dishes, visit Stardust.

Located upon the Nitida Wine Estate in Tigervalley, Tables @ Nitida beacons palates from far and wide, who enjoy their natural, healthy and delicious food. The menu inspires and excites with a Mediterranean flair and café style ambiance enjoyed across sprawling lawns and relaxed interior. Relax with a freshly baked muffin, a newspaper or savour a 'home-cooked' meal for lunch with a glass of wine. An alfresco paradise, Tables @ Nitida is the place to be for healthy, nutritious and inspiring cusine.

Beige tiled floors elegantly pave the way into a plain room, simply decorated with tables and chairs and walls adorned with Middle Eastern kitsch. Housed in a nondescript apartment building next to the language school, The Cedar caters for a loyal following who highly recommend trying this eatery at least once. The menu features a small range of traditional Lebanese dishes and shwarmas and specials. The special differ depending on the day and might come in the form of stuffed cabbage leaves in a mahlab-spiced lamb stew or the magnificent mini lamb-and-nut pies in light, garlic-scented yoghurt. Regulars recommend the tabbouleh! Round off your meal with a soothing cup of Cinamon tea or Cardomon coffee sitting on the balcony overlooking the bustling Sea Point Main Road.

Take a trip to the Middle East at this cosy deli-style cafe in Rondebosch. A menu to suit almost every palate, there are dishes from the Mediterranean, the Middle East and a nice selection of light bites and vegetarian options. A self service meze deli counter is a must try and there is honey and olive oil on tap – literally. A unique spot that is well worth a try, visit The Olive Station.

Located in the hub of CBD, Valora caters for families, business meetings, casual lunches and romantic dinners all within beautiful and relaxed surrounds. The menu boasts a unique take on Mediterranean cuisine touched with a hint of French, Italian, Greek and Portuguese. Try the assorted mezze to start, or a delicious, interesting salads for those with a smaller appetite, main meals such as the Gorgonzola and fresh Namibian dessert truffle risotto, Gastronomical Turkish spiced fillet, Beef ragout, Herb encrusted line fish are a must try and desserts including the to-die-for chocolate fondant. Pamper the palate with unforgettable flavours at Valora on the corner of Loop and Hout Street.

Wijnhuis is more than just a Stellenbosch eatery, it’s an experience. True to its name, this ‘home of wine’ houses a selection of four hundred wines and, if the cultivar culture isn’t enough to soak up, the restaurant is adjoined to the well known SMAC Art Gallery. Wine, food and art roofed under a 17th century land mark on Church Street makes for a memorable eating out experience. The predominantly Mediterranean menu is not limited to dinner and the restaurant offers meals throughout the day including lighter meals and snacks. Choose to be seated under the oak trees of the Wijnhius’ Street Cafe at lunch or in the upstairs restaurant when part larger crowd. Families with children will also feel at home in the restaurant’s versatile setting and easy going atmosphere. Favourites on the menu include pastas, Kalahari Lamb and venison. A nice touch to the menu is that all Wijnhuis’ seasonal vegetable produce which is grown on the restaurant owner’s farm in Wellington. The wine lounge and shop stocks a range of rare vintage wines and offers an international freighting service for serious collectors – pure indulgence all round for the food and wine lover.