Cape Peninsula Restaurants

Aristata Restaurant forms part of the Protea Hotel in Technopark Stellenbosch. Expect a full buffet breakfast menu as well as menus for lunch and dinner. Much can be said of the restaurant’s scenic location. It commands splendid views of the picturesque surroundings and has an outdoor deck for sipping sundowners and taking early evening meals. A range of snacks and light meals are also served throughout the day. For those that require some formality, the indoor dining area calls for a smarter dress code in its subtle, yet sophisticated setting. With a menu that offers traditional South African fare, guests can enjoy the overall experience of Aristata. Diners may round off their meal with the best of wine that is sourced locally. The restaurant also makes for an ideal venue, be it for a wedding or a corporate function.

Arnold's is a cosy but vibey restaurant in Cape Town's City Bowl.Famous for their Early Bird Breakfast as well as lunch specials and game dishes like crocodile ribs, warthog ribs, oryx steaks and great salads. Enjoy happy hour while you take in the mountain views (from 4.30 pm for 2 hours every day) or treat yourself to the best cheese cake!Need to know? Open 7 days a week from 6.45am to late (8am Saturday & Sunday), outside dining till 10pm.

Nestled in the breathtaking Drakenstein Valley, cradled between Franschoek and Paarl, Babel paints a picturesque setting, flanked by mountains and 200 h of vineyard and farmlands. This inspiring setting captures the imagination of ex Elle Deco Editor – Karen Roos, who transformed Babel into a place of inspirational beauty. On summery days, sit outside under the Plain trees soaking up the setting and a hearty Babel Breakfast brimming with fresh juices, homemade muesli, thick and creamy yogurt and local produce from the farm. Cooler days are warmed by the chic and elegant décor set within the glass-enclosed restaurant where the aroma of freshly prepared seasonal dishes wet the appetite. Discover a haven of peace and tranquility, set in beautiful surroundings, and the taste of food inspired by the seasons, prepared straight from the garden onto your plate.

Fresh ingredients grace dishes prepared home-style, using the freshest South African ingredients and tried and tested recipes. Balmy summer days extend a warm welcome with a traditional lamb on the spit, served with salads, vegetables and roast potatoes everyday and winters combine a three course meal consisting of starters, mains and desert every Sunday. Spend long lazy afternoons soaking up sun and live music drifting through the air, as the aroma of succulent lamb on the spit wets the appetite complimented by fine wines at Backsberg Restaurant.

A visit to Bayede! may very well have its visitors shouting just that on their way out: Hail to the King! Set amongst the beauty of the Helderberg mountains with vineyards surrounding, Bayede! boasts a wine cafe that is equally suitable for families and more formal affairs. Families can enjoy a relaxing lunch out on the lawn picnic style while the children stretch their legs or entertain themselves with trout fishing at the dam. The indoor restaurant offers a more intimate setting for smaller groups that require a little more formality. The menu is wholly South African, but with original twists of brilliance. It changes weekly to make the most of fresh local produce, but guests may happily expect a variety of starters, mains and dessert. For starters delve into a classic Caesar Salad where bacon has been replaced with biltong and anchovies for snoek pate. The main courses cater more than adequately for meat lovers and vegetarians alike. And with a chef that is known for his sweet tooth, there’s no getting away without a bite into the decadent dark chocolate-espresso torte with merlot poached pears & cardamom parfait. The restaurant has a wide selection of wines, but patrons are guided with wine and food pairing suggestions on the menu.

Typically Halaal, with a strict no alcohol policy, Biesmiellah’s sunken floor, woven carpets and wood engravings add an air of traditional ambiance complimenting the prime location in Bo-Kaap. The menu brims with flavour and colourful offering choices such as traditional bobotie with fruity yellow rice to bayleaf-rich crayfish curry including chilli bites, samoosas and moons and deliciously to die for koeksister infused with coconut, cardamom and cinnamon. Diners are encourage to experience an authentic and close to traditional experience as possible buy dining with their hands at Biesmiellah.

Satisfy your need for food and shopping in one fowl swoop when visiting The Bluebird Garage and Food Market. The vibrant setting housed in side a character-converted warehouse is a heartwarming neighbourhood hangout. Browse the aisles of vintage clothing, antiques and local crafts before feasting on freshly made delights and sinfully delicious baked goods. Open from 10am to 10pm on Fridays, The Bluebird Garage and Food Market is a must see venue in the heart of Muizenberg.

Bo-Kaap Kombuis nestles on the foot of a hill, painted with the most spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain and the city. Traditional Cape Malay hospitality welcomes with warmth and the enticing aroma of spicy, fragrant and colourful cuisine that epitomizes the culture, traditions and customs of this colourful nation. The menu touches and journeys deep into authentic flavours of Cape Malay, served with excellence, complimented by good wine and scenic vistas. Open Tuesday – Saturday for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Experience Pacific - Rim Cuisine at it's best. Our Australian chef Sean Kiely brings together the fusion of international cuisine using fresh local produce. From humble beginnings, and after a period of being one of Simon's Town's best kept secrets, Boulders Beach Restaurant has grown to be recognised as one of the top restaurants in the area. Our menu features Pacific Rim Cuisine, by Australian Head Chef Sean Kiely, which he studied during his extensive travels through Asia and across the globe. Complementing the menu are various specials that change on a daily basis, an extensive wine selection chosen by a sophisticated palate and an earthly comfort that won't be ingored.

Housed in the building where the city once banked gold, this vintage gem boasts breathtaking décor heightened by vaulted ceilings, dark lacquered wooden floors and striking original chandeliers. Expect to be wined and dined in timeless style warmed by roaring fireplaces and the sultry sounds of swing jazz. The menu caters decadence-a classic gastronomic voyage sampling firm favourites, hearty portions and spicy flavours. Try favourites such as deep fried Camembert with figs, rocket and nuts for starters, Springbok carpaccio and roquefort snails. Mains brim with choices such as grilled calamari, carpetbagger steak (filled with mussels) or the Brio burger and Crayfish Thermidor. Experience the return of vintage glamour at Brio 1893 located along Adderly Street for a truly out of this era dining experience.

The perfect setting for a long and lazy lunch, Cafe Bon Bon offers a sumptuous slice of country life with wonderful food and fine wine. Set within a barn dating back 200 years, the surroundings are authentic and endearingly rustic. Experience warm country hospitality from the friendly and knowledgeable team who will happily assist you with your selection. Feel truly welcomed at this charming country bistro and enjoy a sumptuous feast of delicious country fare.

Enjoy excellent South African cuisine and a warm welcome at Topsi and Co. A brilliantly friendly and unpretentious spot in Franschhoek, diners can enjoy both classic and unique creations with South African cuisine in mind. Taditional meets modern in a delicious fusion of new and old dishes that have been expertly designed by the talented team behind the scenes. A casual and relaxed place, Topsi’s is decked out with endearing antiques, making diners feel more like they are eating at someone’s home rather than a popular restaurant.

Situated in a sheltered valley and surrounded by old oak trees, the 250 year old farmhouse offers relaxing al fresco dining – or if the weather is unpleasant, indoors in the historic old farm building. The Cape Farmhouse Restaurant is a family run concern on route to the Cape Point Nature Reserve. The lunchtime menu is African inspired and redolent of the tastes, spices and herbs of Morocco through to the Cape itself. Breakfasts are farm-style, with home-made bread and real free-range eggs. As much of the produce as possible is gathered from their own organic vegetable gardens. Rock with your tot at Farmhouse Rocks! Take your little one to the Cape Farmhouse on a breezy Summer afternoon where he can shake his tush and get rid of excess energy to the tunes of a live band. The Cape Farmhouse hosts Saturday concerts showcasing South African musicians. These are outdoor events with food from the fire and a cash bar. So, slap on some sunscreen, throw a blanket on the grass, grab a frosty and groove to your favourite band! Open seven days a week 09:30 – 17:00. There is plenty of safe space for kids to play.

Caveau is French for cellar (or cave),  and this European style wine bar was born from a desire for a simple plate of cured meats and a glass of good wine. Caveau proffers a seductive selection of local cheeses and cured meats, where the delights on offer have been carefully selected to complement the wines in true French style.Caveau’s menu changes daily but die-hard favourites like beef cubes and béarnaise, lamb samoosa’s with tzatziki and prawn tempura are always available. Offering a range of tapas and main course options, each dish is made from only the freshest ingredients sourced from top suppliers in the Cape. Undoubtedly, you will discover some firsts in this deli, and the purveyors of these fine foods will be only too happy to challenge your palates.I'll swirl to that!Need to know? Open Tuesday to Saturday, 8am - 10pm; Sundays 10am - 3pm.

Start your day with big breakfast or a healthier fruit salad or dip into a fresh baked croissant or muffin washed down with an aromatic coffee. The menu brims with fresh locally sourced produce infused into creations such as lasagnas, chicken pies, schnitzels and creamy pastas. The eatery welcomes with a small and comfortable space dressed in red and white checked tablecloths, creating a relaxed and affordable meal perfect for breakfast, lunch or early bird dinners.

Do not be misled by the rustic ring to De Volkskombuis’ name. There is nothing even remotely unpolished about this establishment. The restaurant has been around since 1977 and has earned its reputation as a place of fine dining. The Cape Dutch house - that is the restaurant - is a perfect puzzle piece in historic Stellenbosch with its white washed walls and front garden. The restaurant also has its Voorkamer which serves as a private dining room for special occasions, conferences and private parties. Guests will be thrilled to find that although the menu boasts a fresh interpretation of traditional South African cuisine, none of the authenticity of the old favourites like Boland Bobotie, Braised Oxtail and Malva Pudding is lost. Furthermore, the menu has wine suggestions with each dish – a treat for wine and food pairing enthusiasts. Not only does De Volkskombuis promise a gastronomic experience of note, but also an impressive, if not, wildly indulgent, wine and beverage selection that could hold one’s attention for hours. Choose from the best locally and internationally sourced wines of every blend, including sparkling wines and Champagne. A selection of cigars rounds off the restaurant’s offerings. De Volkskombuis is open daily for lunch and dinner.

At Die Boer you can experience the "creme de la creme" of South African music, comedy and theatre productions whilst enjoying a great meal in a warm, comforting and superb acoustic environment. Just a 20-minute drive from Cape Town city centre gets you to one of the best dinner-theatre and live entertainment venues in the Western Cape.

So popular was Die Mystic Boer in Bloemfontein that the originators were hard pressed to open another in Stellenbosch that quickly became part of the town's student culture. Die Mystic Boer is Stellies favourite alternative and trendy Afrikaans place to hang out with your mates while you listen to cool tunes, grab hearty pub grub and an ice cold beer and perhaps shoot a few rounds of pool.Delightfully kitsch and tongue in cheek, Die Mystic Boer regularly host live performances and the hottest DJ’s spinning the discs. As well as being a pub and gig venue, Die Mystic Boer is a fully functional restaurant that serves a wide variety of meals from pizzas to burritos to ribs and much more.

Start the day with a delicious French toast drenched in maple syrup or pop in for a lazy lunch. Light lunch options include burgers, nachos and very fresh sumptuous salads including gluten and dairy-free options. Tempt the palate with moist apple and cinnamon cake and a homely lemon meringue pie. Long wooden tables set the mood for lingering all day breakfasts enjoyed with a cup of delicious organic coffee and morning paper. The vibe welcomes with a roaring winter fire and quaint tables scattered outside perfect for alfresco.

Located along Hout Street this visually seductive and comfortable eatery boasts a gastronomic experience set over 3 floors of pure decadence. The ground floor welcomes with a white marble bar, contrasting wooden floors and exposed granite walls leading into a private cigar lounge. The 1st floor holds an intimate restaurant that caters to your every whim with the finest South African produce, quality meat and seafood. The 3rd floor boasts a prestigious art gallery showcasing work from the Jetzis Art exhibition. Exuding a relaxed and homely setting amidst an array of stylish furnishings, diners enjoy the ever-changing menu brimming with organic vegetables, finest beef and venison and fresh seafood. Savour a complimentary ‘Amuse Bouche” to wet your appetite before testing’s favourites such as raw Norwegian Salmon and wasabi ice -cream, beef rossini and the chocolate chip cookies, served with a bourbon ice and honey ice cream and a warm frangelica white chocolate sauce. Fourty Ate in Hout Street, Cape Town offers international dining in stylish surrounds in the heart of Cape Town.

Situated in the Urban Chic Hotel, on the upper mezzanine level, Gallery Café boasts ultra minimalist décor, eclectic selections of local art and class culinary styles. Ideal for business lunches, intimate for corporate, private celebrations or just sundowners and conversation, the South African and internationally inspired cuisine favours all occasions. Dine within the chic interior or on the intimate terrace, where sundowners and wine unwind the spirit. Gallery Café is the place where fine dining meets city life and internationally inspired cuisine.

An incredibly popular spot, especially for a sumptuous Sunday lunch, the Goederust Farm Kitchen is a quaint and scenic spot to relax and enjoy delicious South African cuisine. The decor matches the charming agricultural feel of the venue with tools and old lamps strewn around. Beautiful gardens surround the restaurant with lush green colours and a farm stall offers a variety of treats to take home with you. Try Goederust Farm Kitchen for a true taste of the country with warm hospitality to match.

If one finds oneself meandering through the Bottelary Hills of Stellenbosch then Hazendal Wine Estate’s Hermitage Restaurant is a good choice for fine food and wine tasting. The dining area of the restaurant has the prefect combination of comfort and sophistication. In winter intimate post dinner drinks and wine tastings can be taken in front of the fire place while the court yard is available on warmer days. The view of the working cellar behind the glass walls adds a hint of modernity to an otherwise classical setting. The painted ceiling and piano is a splendid touch in creating the ambience of the establishment. Hermitage offers patrons a generous slice of South African cuisine with a dollop of Russian flair. Menu items include a Traditional Cape Malay Platter with Bobotie, Chicken Pie and Lamb Curry, Ostrich Carpaccio and Austrian Chocolate Mousse that is infused with an orange liqueur. Hazendal also has a Russian Museum as a place of interest and caters for picnics (includes eats for the kids) on a booking basis.

This friendly Franschhoek family restaurant makes everyone feel right at home. Here you can sample true South African dishes (a rarity in Franschhoek's restaurants who mostly serve 'French' cuisine) and check out photos of Franschhoek in bygone days. Join them for breakfast, lunch & supper.

Kirstenbosch Tea Room delivers freshly prepared dishes with simple flavours and good value. Enjoy hearty breakfasts such as omelettes and spicy eggs shakshuka all served with a choice of free-range eggs. House specialties are served in generous portions. Try the best bobotie in town, pickled fish, real homemade burgers and the freshest hake ’n’ chips. Lighter meals proffer creative salads, chunky soups and sandwiches with irresistible scones, muffins, malva pudding and decadent rum puddle cake to compliment your coffee and round off your meal. Vegetarians are well catered for while the kitchen sees to your every culinary whim leaving you to indulge and soak up the spectacular views.

Situated in the heart of Muizenberg in an old Jewish Hotel, this family run restaurant offers high standards of cuisine and excellence. The varied menu serves delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Enjoy a hearty famous breakfast burger or lunch, which caters for large appetites serving super-large burgers, served with garnish and chips, burgers are flame grilled to perfection. For fulfilling suppers, try Kosie's grilled chicken breast with a selection of mouth-watering vegetables followed by the temptress of deserts, caramel and banana pancakes topped with ice cream. With a cosmopolitan ambience heightened by interesting decorative features, Kosie’s Place makes for a well-served, remarkable setting serving unbeatable prices and mouth-watering dishes.

The white scrubbed interior shaded in light airy ambiance entertains with large benches and tables, a long wooden bar spurted from a tree and entertainment that extends from sports to music and a large outdoor kids fantasy area. A beach bar captures scenes from a secluded island, imagine sipping cocktails alongside idle chat and kids darting around, totally captivated by their imaginations, while you relax and indulge in a little bit of glee. La Cabane feasts the palate with hearty breakfasts, languid lunches and light meals, perfectly balanced to satisfy adult and kiddies appetites, entertaining the whole family in the heart of Hout Bay.

Le Pommier Restaurant offers the best in country cuisine filled with flavour. Think traditional South African dishes like Bobotie, Chicken Pie as well as the Golden Delicious Gourmet Burger which is Le Pommier’s specialty. Completely child friendly, the restaurant is perfect for leisurely family lunches. It’s refreshing table settings also make it ideal for intimate dinners. Le Pommier Restaurant has added a wine lounge to its list of offerings – an area where you can enjoy wine tasting while enjoying the views of Stellenbosch’s famous Banhoek Valley. This is the ideal place to sit back and watch your favourite sporting events with your friends. The best part is that the wine lounge will continue to make wines from different Banhoek Estates available to you at Cellar door prices, just like in the previous wine shop.

A ride out into the picturesque Bainskloof area near Wellington calls for a long lazy stop at Linda’s Kitchen. Here guests are promised the best country style cuisine in a cosy environment. The outdoor deck seating is all about the view. With the mountain range as backdrop and the Witte river in close proximity, the Bainskloof Corner Lodge is an ideal setting for that gourmet country meal. Head chef Linda Trautman’s signature dish is the slow cooked Lamb neck in red wine sauce served with sautéed broccoli and fine green beans and steamed basmati rice. The perfection in this dish lies in the fact that it is slow cooked over a wood burning fire. The restaurant has a local wine list that supports the Bainskloof region.

Set within a grassy space and shaded veranda, scattered with tables and chairs, fingers of sunlight and shade, Little Stream Restaurant is the place to lull a few hours away. The menu focuses on fresh, wholesome food, served in generous portions, enjoyed alfresco on the sunlit lawn or shaded veranda with a backdrop of stunning views. Start the day with eggs Benedict or omelette, English breakfast or health breakfast. Lunch proffers ostrich bobotie or grilled chicken salad, salmon salad or beef burger and chips to mention a few. With stunning gourmet afternoon teas, sundrenched grassy lawns and shady swings soothed by trickling streams, Little Stream Restaurant quiets the senses and indulges the palate with gourmet cuisine.

Lord Neethling Restaurant is situated in the heart of Neethlingshof Wine Estate in the Stellenbosch Winelands. The delicious cuisine and stunning views make for a truly memorable dining experience, combining the very best in South African food and wine. The elegant Lord Neethling Restaurant features spectacular sweeping views over the vineyard and surrounding country from the beautiful outdoor terrace and a warm and relaxed fine dining atmosphere. The setting is simply superb, the food is excellent and the service is friendly. Choose from delightful garden setting of the Palm Terrace which serves a variety of light meals or the Manor House. Built in 1814, the Manor House is now a national monument. The restaurant offers a comprehensive a la carte and light meal menu in the original Manor house, on the veranda in front of the building or in the wine garden under the oak trees.

A stunning restaurant started by 3 Michelin-starred chef, Maze at One & Only, Cape Town must be experienced.Using local ingredients and celebrating local flavours, maze proffers the finest creations for breakfast, lunch and supper, with a dedicated children’s menu as well. Steaks lovers will particularly enjoy the succulent cuts of meat, specially prepared with an imported broiler which heats the steaks to 650°C for superb flavour. The open kitchen allows for patrons to watch the chefs creating the mouth-watering masterpieces.The decor is striking and inviting, having been designed in keeping with the name of the restaurant. A fantastic wine loft offers a vast and eclectic selection of 5000 bottles, featuring both well-known and soon-to-be well known South African vintage wines.Enjoy a stylish celebration of South African cuisine at maze.

Set on the lapping banks of the Ritvlei Wetland, McPherson’s Restaurant seduces the senses and unwinds daily life with expansive views of Table Mountain and the Ritvlei Wetland. The views set the stage for alfresco dining, on the deck or lovely covered garden area, and as winter sets in, you can enjoy dining indoors. The fabulous menu caters for all palates, starting with breakfast and the McPherson's Delux Breakfast consisting of eggs, back bacon, sausage, mushrooms, grilled tomato saute’ potatoes & served with your choice of toast. A lovely alfresco lunch deserves traditional Fish and Chips served with savoury rice or chips or the Bacon, Feta and Avo Toasted Sandwich. On Sundays, bring the family and enjoy a day out and the legendary McPherson's Sunday Roast, which includes a variety of roasts, grilled potatoes and vegetables concluded by Malva Pudding.

Located on the corner of Buitenkant Street, this local hotspot proffers a low-key ambiance and casual décor, and a reputation for delicious pizzas. The casual atmosphere and simple décor keeps the focus the food and makes ideal spot for a quick bite or pizza indulgence in Gardens.

The extensive menu focuses on African dishes served in enormous portions and constitutes the form of braaivleis platters and various other meaty dishes. Popular choices such as the braaivleis platter are served with pap, tomato bredie and chakalaka complimented by a decent and sturdy wine list with some good vintages and good value options. Enjoy African ambiance warmed by a wintery fireplace and cosy atmosphere which is made all the more festive during the weekends.

"I'd like to be, under the sea in an Octopus' Garden with you" Wacky, eclectic, vibrant, sexy and funky, stepping into the Octopus Garden Restaurant feels like entering into a shimmering Aladdin’s cave. Think Alice in Wonderland, think Under the sea, think a mad collection of knick knacks filling a brightly painted and fairy lit intimate little living room complete with wooden floors and a piano, that's The Octopus' Garden in St. James (between Muizenberg and Kalk Bay). Inspired by the Beatles song, this historic old post office building has been transformed through much love into a cosy, happy and romantic venue for breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Situated right next to the St. James train station and with a super view of the whales, waves, the St. James swimming pool and the brightly painted original 'bathing huts', this gem of a venue invites customers to laze around tables or in a hammock in the shaded garden (dogs and toddlers very welcome), in amongst the restaurant's organic herb garden.

Cool, trendy and ultra quirky, Olympia Café and Deli entices the palate with colourful mouth-watering creations and clientèle. From plump mussels to tender lamb’s liver and delectable salads, this eatery pays homage to food and brings back the tradition of bohemian dining. Enjoy fresh Kob on mash or Lambs liver with bacon and cream sauce, or take delight in a hearty pasta dressed with mushrooms and tomatoes cream paired with a delicious wine and refreshing glass of water. The rustic paint-washed walls invite a quirky décor contrasted by black and white chequered floor and bohemian ambience. Relaxing and cool, Olympia Café and Deli offers fantastic service coupled with a trendy menu and colourful clientèle.

Ons Huisie offers patrons quintessential Afrikaans hospitality coupled with West Coast warmth. The old fishing cottage that is Ons Huisie is over 150 years old, and is a South Africa heritage site. It has been transformed into a welcoming, homely restaurant that serves the best in South African, and particularly Cape cuisine. The dishes on the menu are inspired by days of old and by the fresh ingredients that are used to make them. The cosy, homely kitchen offers the best in traditional South African fare. Located on the West Coast of the Western Cape, the menu at Ons Huisie takes full advantage of it location next to the sea with a plethora of fresh seafood dishes and traditional Cape Malay cuisine. Favourites like Aunt Baby’s pickled fish, oven baked snoek and a West Coast seafood potjie are among the favourites on the menu. There is also a buffet menu available, and patrons are advised to check with the proprietors when this is being served. An ideal family restaurant, where kids can play on the grass where the old fishing boat rests as a reminder of days of old. There is also a kids menu, so there is no excuse not the make sure Ons Huisie is on the agenda.

The menu brims with traditional dishes, boasting extensive choices of South African cuisine with hints of Cape Malay and International flavours. Dine alfresco in the vine covered garden exploring the unique flavours and warm hospitality, alongside a discerning wine list at Restaurant 1802.

The Retreat Kitchen is a warm and elegant space, perfectly nurtured to indulge the senses with fine cuisine and toasty winter fires. The classic French menu stirs culinary passion in the heart of the kitchen, where diners have the privilege of taking a peek into the kitchen while dining in the dining room. The terrace captures an unforgettable dining experience, wrapped in greenery, while the shaded lawn beacons pampering picnics. Breakfast dapples in continental buffets, brimming with seasonal choices or a la carte with a twist. Lunch preferences are light and tasty, best enjoyed on the terrace or under the shade of trees, while dinner, upscale yet unpretentious is served in the dining room. The menu focuses on organic homegrown produce, seasonal and hearty home baked breads and pastas, while summer beacons creations cooked on the grill or open fire. Bookings essential.