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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 spots for matcha
But love it or not, there’s no denying that this vibrant green tea is having a serious moment, and Cape Town is catching on fast.
Kids
Family-friendly freebies
The Mother City is known for its world-class experiences, but enjoying them with kids doesn’t have to break the bank.
Best rooftop bars
Soak up the sunset and dive into Cape Town's cocktail culture at the city's best rooftop bars. Some even boast plunge pools to take the edge off the summer...
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Best estates for shiraz
These are the nine best wine estates and farms to check out if you want to indulge in a proper Shiraz wine tasting.
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Best Italian restaurants
From authentic pizzerias throwing dough just like they would in Naples, to talented chefs turning steaks the Italian way, you won’t be disappointed with...
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The best fish and chips in Cape Town
With the Atlantic Ocean on its doorstep, it’s no surprise that Cape Town is awash with wonderful seafood restaurants. And while there are plenty of...
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The best sweetmeats spots in Cape Town
From syrupy jalebi to creamy burfi, Cape Town’s Indian confectioners have perfected the art of making every festive moment a little...
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Taste the story of the Bo-Kaap like a local
Forget following the scent of coffee in Bo-Kaap - here you follow the spices.
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The best wagyu burgers in Cape Town
We’ve done the hard yards to eat our way across the city to bring you the Cape Town kitchens doing Wagyu burgers the right way. Bring an appetite. Grab...
Mother Sippy: Cape Town in a glass
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Mother Sippy: The World's Best Brandy
Some of the world’s very best brandy is made less than an hour from the Mother City...
Bars and pubs
Mother Sippy: Fairview grows Regional Revival series
Regional Revival series: Fairview’s homage to the classic wine regions of Europe, reimagined through a distinctly South African lens.
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Mother Sippy: Inzuzo Wine Company
Inzuzo – ‘reward’ in isiZulu and isiXhosa – is a worker-owned wine company rooted in Sir Lowry’s Pass Village (SLPV)...
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Mother Sippy: Wine of the Tijger
Draped across the western slopes of the Tygerberg Hills, De Grendel is one of Cape Town’s oldest family farms.
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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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East City Grill & Yakiniku opens in Cape Town
The East City is now home to two new dining offerings, under one roof, boldly fusing Japanese and African flavours.
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The COY EDIT: laid-back chic refined
The COY Edit menu marks a new approach to promote versatility and inclusivity for the award-winning restaurant.
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Rykaart duo take the helm at Newton Johnson Restaurant
Alex and Ella Rykaart are bringing their creative cuisine talent to the Hemel-en-Aarde valley.
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Majeka House to launch new Callan Austin restaurant
This is the latest Stellenbosch venture by the acclaimed chef and restaurateur.
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Brad’s Grill is back and they’ve teamed up with Que Linda
This former Harfield Village favourite is now in a new Sea Point location.
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The Melting Pot returns to Cape Town
Chef John van Zyl brings his globe-trotting small plates to a brand-new venue in De Waterkant.
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Maru: Bringing Korean 'Seoul' to Bree Street
Cape Town’s newest spot serves up Korean cuisine with flair, sustainability and a refined touch.
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Erinvale's elegant new eatery
The hotel's signature restaurant has been reinvented to offer a more contemporary dining destination in the Helderberg.
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Six Estates, One Afternoon: A Constantia Valley wine celebration
Raise a glass to summer at The Cellars-Hohenort’s Tastes of the Valley.
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Kloof Konbini now open, sells out in just 3 hours!
The wait is over - the Kloof Konbini is open and Cape Town is clearly loving it!