Garden Route Restaurants

The well-stocked wine cellar generously compliments the dining experience, as does the lingering aroma of freshly baked bread and spreading reputation of pickled fish. Albertinia Hotel offers delicious traditional food served plentiful for a soothing experience of true comfort food. Enjoy lazy pub lunches or refreshing light meals in the shady tea garden, however you choose to dine, Albertinia Hotel will comfort the palate with nostalgic African cuisine and welcoming smiles.

This simple gastro retreat is dedicated to satisfying you with an intriguing and expansive menu while delighting your taste buds with every satisfying bite. Alspenstube started as bush pub and become the hot spot among locals and friends elevating this Austrian secret to public dining status. With a few tables scattered here and there, a warm homely setting and a passion for true continental food, Alspentube is the perfect place for enjoying a traditional “Fruhschappen” (Sunday brunch) with family and friends. Many local and overseas visitors flock to relish the taste of their traditional dishes such as “Kalbsbratwurst” (veal sausages with sauerkraut) and famous Hungarian goulash soup. On the other hand, signature dishes such as the Eisbein/Schweinshaxe (crispy pork knuckle served with sauerkraut) come highly recommend by the chef and returning patrons alike. Desserts include a traditional Apfelstrudel and “Kaiserschmarren” a fluffy omelette dough with raisins served with applesauce. Once you discover this Austrian delight, you will be welcomed with warm smiles and friendly faces.

Relax in true Caribbean style, sipping Pina Coladas while savouring delectable starters of Coco Loco Hoppin' Jons (Jalapeno chillies stuffed with feta, crumbed and deep-fried) enjoying the laid back vibe tropical atmosphere. With a large garden and cosy restaurant, Banana Jam Café serves authentic Caribbean tastes lit by a roaring fire and enchanting night-lights while dining outside. With Jamican BBQ’s in the summer and a buzzing atmosphere, patrons can enjoy fast service with friendly attentive staff. Rated by locals as the best Banana Jam burgers in town with the largest rum collection in the country; Banana Jam Café is your suburban island escape to the breezy shores of the Caribbean.

Buena Visa Social Cafe near Cape Town’s V & A Waterfront is a Cuban themed restaurant and bar. Its authentic decor is eclectic, with a touch of shabby chic this combined with Cuban and Latino beats, Cuban inspired menu and great friendly service combined transport visitors to Havana -the Buena Vista Social Cafe a popular destination for Capetonians, as well as international visitors. The menu has been designed around traditional Cuban, Central American and Caribbean fare, with a heavy Mediterranean influence too. There is a varied tapas menu, with both hot and cold dishes to choose from, including a meze platter, piquant jalapenos chilli poppers, scrumptious chicken skewers and flambéed chorizo. There is also a wide selection of Mexican favourites on the Comidas menu, all with a Cuban twist, such as the Chicken Churasco, which is grilled chicken breast with guacamole and salsa on traditional toasted Cuban flat bread. The Buena Vista Social Cafe is also famous for this meat and seafood. The beef is SA grain fed super beef, aged for 21 days. The Lamb Al Ron, a house speciality, is delicious slices of roasted lamb flambéed in a creamy, Cuban rum sauce. The sea fare includes Cuban inspired linefish, fresh from off the boats and an indulgent seafood platter. The piece de resistance is the Cuban paella – a traditional rice dish with a generous selection of seafood, including prawns. The dish is packed with flavours and made to an authentic recipe; the paella is a fabulous feast!

Situated just off the main road in Mossel Bay, the Cafe Havana Lounge overlooks the hustle and bustle of village life. Enjoy lunch or dinner from their extensive menu featuring a variety of Cuban dishes. For the not so hungry, nibble on tapas while you sip a Cuban cocktail on the wooden deck.After dinner you can move to the cosy Cigar Lounge and sit next to the fireside while puff on a Cuban cigar. The Cafe Havana Lounge offers a fully stocked bar and regular live entertainment.

A Home away from home, Nestled between two giant palm trees on the far side of Regent Street in Sea Point, Italian restaurant Casa Nostra is a slice of home-style Italian comfort that in Cape Town, is particularly hard to come by. Translated, Casa Nostra means “Our House” – but I suppose we lied because here at Casa Nosta, we would like you to consider our house, your house, by making yourself truly at home. Our kitchen is another story in itself. Spearheaded by a passionate (and slightly temperamental) head chef, our kitchen prides itself on the best homemade pasta this side of the Atlantic. And our rustic-style pizzas have also proved more than popular with the locals and the returning tourists. However, apart from our homely food, we acknowledge that a good dining experience draws from a number of factors. When they’re not playing backgammon or drinking copious amounts of coffee at outside tables, our trusted and welcoming team who run the floor will go to great lengths to make sure you’re comfortable and well-looked after. Whether it’s a special occasion or a private function, we will accommodate anyone and everyone, but be sure to book a table because with no more than fifteen of them, we tend to fill up quite fast on most nights. Just like a home, it takes a combined effort to make a restaurant work and having been open for a little over two years, we hope to brighten the street with our red and white checked tablecloths long into the future. So whether your prefer an ice local cold beer or a tall glass of Sangiovese, pop in and let Casa Nosta cater to your every culinary desire.

Indulge your fantasies and your senses at this sparkling Moroccan-style dining and leisure space. It’s always playtime in this exotic North African baroque eatery. The décor and cuisine is fun and fanciful from the mosaic chameleon to Gaudi-style lizard lazing off the pool, and colourful cocktails to tagines, dates and Turkish delight...from candelabra to mellow hubbly bubbly pipes. Need to know? Cuisine style is North African/Moroccan, 6 courses are served feasting style. Cost: Dinner is R300.00 pp excl. drinks and gratuity. Open for dinner Monday to Saturday from November to April.

Get your fix of abundant seafood and enjoy it the best way - right on the beach with sand under your toes and the smell of the ocean tickling your nostril.Guzzle, munch and slurp through nine gut-busting courses of mussels, West Coast Snoek with ultra sweet potato, seafood potjie with 4 types of fish, calamari, mussels and prawn tails, ostrich potjie, catch of the day, West Coast kreef (if you order), calamari steak, pot bread, salads, veggie dish, sweet melon, coffee and koeksisters. You may eat as much as you like but this is not as easy as it sounds! De Vette Mossel (The Fat Mussel) offers much more than perfectly prepared seafood – this is an experiencein unusual and informal surroundings with traditional Cape fishing culture in true West Coast Style.Behind which dune? De Vette Mossel is situated literally on the beach at Souwesia, between Klein- and Groot Brak River, near Mossel Bay on the Garden Route. Between courses, the young ones and the young of mind go for a swim or play on the beach.De Vette Mossel not only exists of creators Niël and Laurika but the dozen or so chefs, cleaners and kitchen staff who all have wonderful stories in their own right. Only jobless people were employed, trained and today they form an integral part of De Vette Mossel. Without them, De Vette Mossel is not possible – they therefore also share in the fruits of success. Need to know? Booking is essential. Open every year from 4 December. Please phone or SMS 079 339 0170. (No credit card facilities – they are on the beach!)

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.

This authentic African café embraces culture and warmth with delectable meals and traditional hospitality. Offering an array of delights alongside hearty traditional cuisine, Emqolweni Kamama Café tempts the palate with loveliness. Enjoy a relaxing traditional meal while kids have fun in the play park before setting off to experience the culture and hospitality of the traditional Songoma followed by a refreshing Mqomboti (traditional beer) before being swept away by the enigmatic soul of the traditional dancers. Emqolweni Kamama Café is cultural retreat filled with traditional surprises for a truly inspiring dining experience.

Perfectly located within the heart of Knysna, perched on the shimmering waters edge, surrounded by sweeping views and tranquil sunsets, Fisherman’s Cabin welcomes patrons with a warm laidback ambience and fresh selection of seafood, meat and combination dishes. Enjoy a lazy al fresco lunch sampling Malay Seafood Curry Pot – A medley of seafood medium spiced served in a “Potjie” with savoury rice or fresh oysters dressed in fiery Tabasco sauce. With a selection of the freshest seafood, fish, combination dishes and sushi, patrons can also enjoy a choice of beef, chicken and pork dishes rounded off by delicious homemade baked deserts and fresh local wines and beers. Watch the lingering sunset over the Marina and lagoon while enjoying a tranquil lunch or romantic dinner indoors or on the covered terrace.

On the ground floor of the Alfred Mall in Cape Town’s V & A Waterfront, with a view of the bustling Waterfront il Paninaro Paninoteca e Spaghetteria overlooks an area designated for buskers, ensuring that patrons are treated to a wonderful variety of live entertainment, ranging from a marimba band to traditional African gumboot dancers. Whether it is a traditional cooked breakfast, a morning muffin and steaming hot cup of pure Arabica coffee or a more traditional Coppa Salute (fruit yoghurt in layers with muesli & banana) there is no better place to be to start of the day then the veranda of il Paninaro Paninoteca e Spaghetteria. And for a truly traditional Italian treat, the Cannoli is a house speciality – originating in Sicily, these tube- shaped pastry shells are deep fried and filled with a sweet, creamy filling; deliciously indulgent! This traditional Italian eatery specialises in light meals for lunch and dinner. With a range of over 20 paninis to choose from, there is something for everyone. Only the best breads are used, and fillings include: Parma ham, mozzarella and artichoke pesto on Focaccia bread; mozzarella, tomato and pesto on Grissone bread; grilled chicken, sun dried tomato pesto and rocket on Ciabatta bread. Pastas include a delicious homemade lasagne and a variety of pastas with fresh authentic Italian sauces. Alternatively there is a delicious selection of antipasti to choose from, and a wine list that includes both South African and Italian wines.

Enjoy traditional South African food relaxing along the peninsula with the aroma of freshly baked breads, potjiekos and spitbraai’s filling the air. Kaai4 Restaurant entices with a dish for every palate at an incredible seaside venue. Sample traditional fare such as Kaai 4 braai pie and salad, freshly baked potbrood and biltong or chicken potjie with bread and salad alongside a Sunday buffet boasting extensive choices. Kaai4 Restaurant is a relaxing seaside retreat along the harbour shores of Mosselbay.

South African cuisine with a Turkish twist ensures a superbly unique dining experience at Kafe Serefe. With a menu that includes both South African favourites like steak, lamb and pork as well as traditional Turkish fare, Kafe Serefe is a one-of-a kind restaurant on the stunning Garden Route. Continuing the Turkish theme, there is Belly Dancing on selected evenings as well as traditional Turkish welcoming rituals for diners upon arriving. The warm and inviting atmosphere and excellent service will make sure that your experience at Kafe Serefe is a memorable one.

Oozing authentic Italian cuisine and warm Mediterranean atmosphere, La Cantina boasts a luxurious dining experience in the heart of the Garden Route. Set amidst the splendour of an historic manor house, diners soak up luxury and traditional fare from well-rehearsed buffet and special Sunday lunches. Experience luxury dining enrobed in old-world charm for a taste of traditional Italy at La Cantina in George.

La Capinnina meaning “Little House” does it the way true Italians do – with style. Exuding a continental ambience and intimate atmosphere, diners can expect first class friendly service and crispy thin baked crust pizzas baked to perfection. Warmed by shades of gold, green and copper red, the décor relishes rustic country-style dining enhanced by interesting artwork and wrought iron fixtures. The artwork serves food-for-thought alongside an intimate atmosphere. The comprehensive menu serves up homely Italian fare such as crispy wood-fired pizzas, pastas, fish and grills with a good selection of specials. Dining indoors or al fresco on the front patio by candle light creates a soft soothing ambience. La Capinnina’s homely menu and attractive location is a must for everything Italian for a relaxing and welcoming affair.

For a true slice of the famous Italian passion for food and cooking, try La Locanda. A wonderful a la carte menu is complemented by a smaller menu that changes daily to keep the options as fresh as the ingredients used to make them. The wine list is modest, providing just the options that have been expertly selected to go perfectly with the traditional Italian fare on offer and features a nice selection of imported Italian tipples. The surroundings have been designed with Tuscan homes in mind with warm colours, paintings and even a water feature to add to the relaxing atmosphere. Experience the best of Italian food on the beautiful Garden Route at La Locanda.

Le Fournil de Plett is a French bakery in Plettenberg Bay serving breakfast, lunch and 'Truth' coffee. They have specialized in handmade artisan bread using stone ground organic flour. Bread nowadays has a serious lack of crust but at Le Fournil de Plett you can feel, smell and taste the bread with crust. The French pastries are made using pure butter, Belgian chocolate and organic flour. Wherever possible our ingredients are free range, such as eggs and chicken, and organic, such as salad ingredients, beef and flour. This is heaven. A peaceful and quite courtyard with fresh handmade artisan bread. There is no hotel breakfast that can compete with the slices of the bread from Le Fournil de Plett Bakery and Café. Freshness is the key to the business. We recommend lunch and breakfast at the shady courtyard on a summer's day or a table by the cosy fire with a bowl of homemade soup if its cold. Jane and Florence look forward to welcoming you.

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.

Mitchell’s Brewery is the V & A Waterfront’s liveliest pub. Live music, live sports broadcasts and a late license make this a popular destination. There are 6 beers on tap, all brewed by Mitchell’s: three ales, a bitter, a lager and a stout. The service is fast and friendly, the atmosphere is fun and lively, and the food is good hearty pub grub. Whether its oven baked pizza, fish and chips, steak, pasta or pudding, Mitchell’s is the place to be. With amazing views of the harbour and Table Mountain, Mitchell’s Brewery is a very popular place for those looking to settle in to a relaxed time out.

Wander through a souq of spices and exotically heady aromas. This adventure will take you through the Savannas of the South, along the Coasts of the East, across the Deserts of the North and into the Jungles of the West on a gastronomic journey. Your taste buds will be tempted with the sweet scent of coriander and fresh aroma of rose petals; cumin, paprika and saffron spice. Moyo offers a diverse and eclectic a la carte menu and an abundant communal set menu to inspire you to explore the sophistication of African cuisine - your invitation to the feast. A feast set to the rhythm of the music Moyo Productions searches Africa for the best of local, international and new talent. Colorful costumes, dramatic acts and the fancy footwork of dancers will ensure that each guest leaves the restaurant surprised and delighted. Through praise poetry and story telling we move to a broader understanding of African celebration, rights, rituals and memories. With a song on the lips of the Wishy-washy Ladies you will be welcomed to the age old tradition of the African hand-washing and face painting ceremony.

Neptunes Seafood Kitchen is owned and operated by award winning chef Alan Tavares. With an extensive menu offering delectable choices of grilled and low fat meals you can be sure to reap the benefits of seafood. Alongside healthy options, Neptunes serves traditional seafood faire in a dimly lit minimalist setting typical of express seafood. Enjoy seafood platters, tiger prawns in mild chilli rice or traditional battered fish and salt-slaked chips with fresh dollops of tartar Sauce. Pop in for a quick bite or satisfy your craving for good old tasty seafood, Neptunes Seafood Kitchen is located on Rosemead Avenue in Claremont.

The Paulaner Brauhuas is in the Clock Tower Precinct of Cape Town’s V & A Waterfront. With a beer garden overlooking the working harbour, visitors can enjoy the range of beers that are brewed on site, while sampling typical Bavarian food and watching the seal as they gambol around the busy harbour traffic. Patrons of the Pualaner Brauhaus are treated to a traditional Bavarian experience, from the food and beer to the atmosphere and general cheer. Diners are served by waitresses in traditional dress, and male waiters are kitted out in lederhosen. The atmosphere is relaxed and visitors are encouraged to get into the spirit of things, whether chilling in the beer garden or in the main restaurant among the glistening copper brewing pipes. Brewed on site, all the beers and lagers served at the Brauhaus stick to German guidelines. There is a choice of lager, Paulaner Weissbeer and a variety of special beer brewed sporadically. The Brauhaus produces 4500 litres of beer a week, and is the only brewery in the world to store and cool beer below sea level. All the meals are prepared using traditional Bavarian recipes, and only authentic ingredients are used. Specialities include eisbein and roast pork with crackling, as well as a variety of sausage and sauerkraut. For a festive fun time the Paulaner Brauhaus is the place to gather!

This cheerful authentic Indian restaurant delivers a variety of beguiling tastes within a split-level setting with cool al fresco dining to soothe the palate. Serving traditional Indian cuisine with a variety of mouth-watering curry dishes on mopped up with fragrant flavoured garlic or butter naan breads made in the traditional clay oven. Delight in spicy Mumbai with starters of Tandoori Chicken and Chicken Tikka made in the clay oven. The food is meticulously prepared by experienced & qualified chefs from India all served with ethnic style in copper kadai, handis, tavis and balti.

With every exquisite dish, there is an exquisite wine to compliment the meal. Enjoy Continental cuisine at its best with evocative oysters, duck breast, kudu, ostrich and a variety of line fish freshly caught. This restaurant exudes a romantic, old-fashioned feel with an interesting menu and complimenting wines straight from the Windmill Valley in Paarl. Dine within the cosy interior or al fresco on the wooden deck with far reaching views over the ocean.

Reel n Rustic entices palates with fresh produce and prime mature cuts dusted with exotic spices from around the globe. Exuding a presence of mid 30’s and 40’s poster town adorned with inspirational wall frescoes depicting an bygone era, Reel n Rustic collects memories of unforgettable dining and mouth-watering cuisine. Boasting the freshest seafood, prime cuts, aged meats, and an authentic atmosphere, diners lull the palate with memorable meals paired with excellent diners club awarded wine list. Dine amidst the reminiscent décor warmed by a roaring winter fire, or soak up the summer breeze, alfresco, on the wooden deck. However you choose to dine, Reel n Rustic will entice with the perfect dining memory along the picturesque landscapes of George, in the Garden Route.

Enjoy fine dining, breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Riverside Kitchen housed in large double volume thatch building or alfresco on the warming terrace overlooking the river. Entice the taste buds with eclectic cuisine and heavenly game with choices ranging from tender Espetada chunks of sizzling beef and kudu meat with herbed butter dripping melting down the skewer, or the a platter of kudu (antelope), ostrich and springbok succinctly cooked to perfection and for fish lovers, a duo of delicately cooked cob and yellowtail line fish. The Riverside Kitchen is an eclectic escape to the shores of South Africa cuisine in a relaxed unpretentious setting.

Set in the heart of The Garden Route on the unspoilt village of Great Brak River is a country style getaway brimming with traditional ambience in the warmth and former glory of a restored 1850 cottage. With an innovative evening menu and delightful light meals, Rose n Vine Restaurant embraces country charm with sophisticated grace and earthy attitudes as they prepare and create mouth-watering creations from freshly grown seasonal produce. Enjoy unspoilt days savouring a variety of homemade scones, muffins, cheesecakes and other temping delights in the refreshing gazebo or indulge in an intimate setting by candlelight discovering the innovative cuisine. Rose n Vine Restaurant can be found lingering the day away halfway between Mosselbay and George in the Great Brak River Village just off Amy Searle Street. Pop in and enjoy the traditional taste of country style cuisine.

Enjoy sublime views over the ocean and Mossel Bay Harbour while you indulge in a colourful cocktail or tuck into prawns, oysters and other yummy seafood dishes.In season this is an awesome place to watch the whales in the bay.Mingle with the locals at this funky, vibey restaurant and bar situated right next to the harbour wall where anything closer to the waves is still swimming. Maybe you just want to munch a toasted sandwich washed down with a beer or glass of wine while admiring the gorgeous view? The staff at the Sea Gypsy Café are friendly and caring and kids are welcome - they even have their own menu. The atmosphere is very chilled and welcoming. Don't miss this great spot if you're visiting the area.

Enjoy lazy summer days dining al-fresco or succumb indoors to the fresh clean setting nostalgic of warm summer days on the Greek islands. With tables, couches and scattered cushions, Spiros makes for a relaxing day out with family and friends. Younger guests are encouraged to explore the well thought out and creative additional room complete with dress up costumes, arts and crafts and numerous other activities leaving you free to enjoy your meal and company. The menu serves up appetizing and tasty choices of hot and cold Mezze dishes for starters such as Hummus and Melitzanosalata (Grilled aubergine whipped with garlic, spring onion, lemon and avo) and Sikoti (Chicken livers sautéed with cream and chilli) all served with Pita bread. The extensive range of salads and main courses such as Choolongse Kleftiko (melt off the bone lamb shank) or Souvlaki (chicken or lamb) skewers basted and grilled over open flames will tantallise you taste buds. Round off your perfect meal with delicious deserts such as Galaktobouriko (Greek custard phyllo pie) or the Baklava Rouladess. Spiros is a relaxed restaurant perfect for family and friends and easily located within idyllic Hout Bay on main road.

Savour in delightfully tasty food and warm genuine hospitality at Stars Restaurant and Sports Bar. With impressive music, sports and viewing facilities, families and sports enthusiasts can dine with the favourite sports stars while sampling the extensive menu. Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee and quick breakfast before work or a leisurely lunch alfresco on the deck surrounded by impressive views or simply dine inside surrounded by the memories and triumphs of stars. The extensive menu caters for breakfasts, brunch, light snacks, lunches and dinners including a well-catered kiddies menu all in the comfort and triumphs of Stars Restaurant and Sports Bar.

Tasca de Belem is one of Cape Town’s finest Tapas restaurants. Located in the V & A Waterfront, the restaurant offers diners exquisite views of Table Mountain and Signal Hill, as well as the busy harbour. There is a truly Mediterranean feel about the restaurant, not only because of its Turkish influenced Portuguese menu, but the atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming and vibrant. Belem is the historical part of Lisbon, where centuries ago explorers set out to conquer the unknown worlds the lay beyond Europe. One of the first journeys made from here was to Turkey, so it is quite fitting that this restaurant should be a marriage between to the two cuisines. Tasca, meaning tavern, offers diners fabulous meze and tapas dishes that are the perfect fusion of these two historical cultures. The dishes on the menu represent the best of both Turkish and Portuguese cuisine with traditional favourites such as Trinchado and Espatada, as well as Shish Kebab and Ali Nazik, Tasca de Belem is a cross cultural cuisine experience for all food lovers.

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.

Nestled on a quite street in the heart of Knysna, The Anchorage Restaurant is one of the oldest Restaurants in Knysna. Exuding a warm hospitality with selections of the most mouth-watering seafood, beef, venison, chicken and vegetarian dishes. Experience freshly caught line fish, Knysna Oysters and sizzling steaks complimented by well-paired wines and excellent service at The Anchorage Restaurant for a truly unforgettable experience.

Nestled in the poster town of Middelburg, The Farmhouse Grill peruses the palate with true country cuisine dusted with a hint of adventure. Enjoy panoramic views of the historical town flanked by scenic mountain views and traditional fare complimented by organic meats and vegetarian delights. Famous for their adventurous twist on traditional dishes, The Farmhouse Grill reunites the palate with good honest cuisine enrobed in Karoo hospitality. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

A feast for the senses brimming with colour and unusual flavours sets off a memorable dining experience coupled with a trendy thatched interior dressed in the red and oranges of African plains cradled by warmth and hospitality. Enjoy the colourful and distinctive sounds of African music while indulging in starters of calamari succulently cooked in Cajun spices with rice and lemon butter or a portion of spicy prawns & litchi salad dressed in Roquefort cheese, litchis, rocket, origanum and assorted roasted seeds with poppadum and sweet chilli dressing. If something more substantial suites your taste, indulge in a mouth-watering 3 sauce fillet perfectly spiced and served with a blue cheese & walnut sauce, cognac & pepper sauce & a chilli chocolate sauce with veggies and potato wedges or mash. Take delight marvelling at the African treasures on display while indulging on decadent dune wedge melted chocolate fudge and shortbread with ice cream. The Girls Restaurant will enrobe the taste buds on a culinary journey in a warm and cosy setting that embraces true African hospitability.

Tucked away amongst Macadamia nut orchids and a lily filled dam, The Red Barn Restaurant offers scrumptious cuisine from within a 20 year old Cape Cod barn surrounded by Rheenendal farmlands and the indigenous forests of Knysna. With fresh produce cultivated from nearby farms, meals inspire true country style dining pampered by artisan meats and cheese, pickles, preserves, home-made mayonnaise all made locally and an affordable wine list. The Red Barn soaks up the idyllic setting with assortments of free-range chicken and eggs, traditional cured bacon, breads baked on the premises and coffee certified free trade. Enjoy a scenic drive through The Garden Route or refreshing cycle through the Homtini Mountains before unwinding the day away with a long lazy lunch and sumptuous meal inspired by nature.

Healthy, Green, Organic, Youth and Long Life is the meaning behind Tsing Asian Fusion’s inspiring logo and this philosophy blends over into the ambience of the restaurant. Serving an extensive variety of Asian cuisine such as the Kung Fu Sushi 30 piece Combo Platter and the Beijing Duck served with pancake, spring onions, cucumber and plum sauce, the options and choices are impressive and full of flavour. With soft relaxing Chinese inspired interior blending into warm wooden furniture and fixtures, Tsing Asian Fusion caters for exotic palates with refreshing authentic Asian beers like Tsing Tao and Kirin served crisp and cold; a complimenting addition to the energetic Asian cuisine. Enjoy the delectable tastes of Asian inspired dishes coupled with friendly, helpful service for an authentic cultural experience, truly Asia.

For those diners who want something a little different, Vaaljapie Station Restaurant entices the palate with traditional Afrikaans cuisine where patrons can linger away time on the balmy platform setting. Sporting an Afrikaans tongue in cheek formality warmed by pure Afrikaans cuisine, the dishes on offer entice hearty breakfasts, lunches, cosy dinners and satisfying snacks including teatime treats. With vegetarian options available including meaty mix and match choices, patrons can enjoy a finger licking experience that caters for hearty palates. Dine al fresco on the platform or cosy up to the sweltering black stove, Vaaljapie Station Restaurant is a little piece of “Boere Kitch” perfect for satisfying a culinary itch.

Situated in the V & A Waterfront, looking out across Cape Town’s harbour, Wang Thai offers the best in Royal Thai cuisine in an exquisite setting. With Table Mountain as a backdrop, patrons can indulge in an authentic Thai dining experience while watching the resident Cape fur seal colony at play. Diners are treated to delicious, authentic dishes from across Thailand, freshly prepared using only the highest quality ingredients. Each meal is prepared under the watchful eye of the Thai trained master chef using traditional regional recipes. Diners can delight on favourites such as spicy Tom Yum soup or traditional Thai curries. For the more adventurous there is Ped Pi-Roed – Angry Duck – served with crispy seasonal vegetables. For an African twist on a Thai meal Wang Thai has created an ostrich curry served with fresh bamboo shoots. There is a variety of seafood available, as well as an extensive sushi menu. The decor is elegant, and features traditional Thai pieces, and this coupled with the delicately balanced flavours of the food and the wonderful views of Cape Town give diners a truly Thai experience.