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The 50 best restaurants in Cape Town
From laid-back lunches to fine dining, or finding the best late-night ramen, Cape Town is always hungry. Here are the best places to eat in the Mother City!
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Take a bite out of Africa's culinary capital, with Time Out's expert pick of the best Cape Town restaurants, bars, cafés and more!
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Best breakfast/brunch spots
Cape Town has no shortage of sublime spots for breakfast and brunch. Take a seat at these local favourites.
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Best estates for Chardonnay
Where to sip on Burgundy's iconic white varietal while wine-touring in the Cape.
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Cape Town: ready for ramen
A slurp-worthy guide to the finest ramen noodle spots in the Mother City.
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Plant-based plates!
Cape Town is filled with vegetarian eateries that celebrate healthy eating while packing a flavour-punch.
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The 8 best Mexican restaurants in Cape Town
Grab your amigos, loosen your belts and dive into our pick of the best Mexican restaurants in Cape Town.
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The best burgers in Cape Town
From juicy meat-feasts and free-range fowl to earth-friendly vegan options, you'll have no beef with this list of the Mother City's best burgers.
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The best cake in Cape Town
Here’s where to find the best cake in Cape Town, one carefully considered slice at a time.
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The best steak in Cape Town
Tuck into a T-bone or roast a rib-eye? We've updated our guide to the best steak in Cape Town...
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Where to eat on Bree Street
Not sure where to eat on Cape Town’s gourmet boulevard? Here’s Time Out's pick of the best Bree Street has to offer.
Mother Sippy: Cape Town in a glass
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Mother Sippy: Jessica Saurwein
The ‘vagabond winemaker’ is putting down roots in the Overberg, all while wowing the wine world with her trio of award-winning wines.
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Mother Sippy: Durbanville Hills
Crafted from cool-climate vineyards on the outskirts of the Mother City, you’ll find a celebration of the Cape in every sip.
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Mother Sippy: Vusi Dalicuba
This ambitious young winemaker is making waves in Stellenbosch, shaping the coastal wines of Vergenoegd Löw.
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Mother Sippy: Pienaar & Son
Cape Town’s only urban whiskey distillery blends crafted spirits with no shortage of creativity.
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Mother Sippy: Alto Rouge
A South African classic clocks in at 100 years old with the release of the Alto Rouge 2022.
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Latest food & drink news
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Only in Cape Town will you see such... burgers
Daiy Abrahams has launched a burger off the back of his viral 'Only in Cape Town' soundbite.
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Cape Town chefs scoop global honours
Several Cape Town Chefs have been awarded at the globally prestigious Best Chefs Awards for 2025
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Cape Town Taste Test: Heirloom's fresh Summer menu
Heirloom at the Cape Grace Hotel has just dropped its Summer menu - and it's very tasty.
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Springbok duo team up with entrepreneurs to launch new Cape Town burger joint
Cape Town’s newest burger restaurant reps South African heritage with flair.
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Le Bistrot de JAN to launch in December at the V&A Waterfront
Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen is bringing French flair to Cape Town.
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Spanish Michelin-star chef to open restaurant in Cape Town
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel will soon be home to an elevated marine dining experience led by Michelin-star chef Ángel León.
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fable dresses up for dinner
One of the city’s most talked-about cocktail bars has upped the ante with a brand-new dinner menu.
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Konnichiwa! Japanese convenience store pop-up to open in Cape Town
The famous Japanese convenience store craze is heading to Cape Town this October!
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Cape Town Cocktail Week is coming
From pop-ups and masterclasses to 50 buck signature serves, the debut festival is sure to shake things up!
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Farro returns to Cape Town
Hungry foodies rejoice… Alex and Eloise Windebank are bringing their European flair back to the city!