Franschhoek
If you want to go all-out on the French-inspired cuisine here, try the five-course menu with wine pairings (R595). Tastings (from R55) are available and…
Must-see restaurants in Western Cape
Franschhoek
Franschhoek's favourite son, celebrity chef Reuben Riffel, is behind this Asian fusion restaurant in a fabulous, light-filled space off the main road. In…
Franschhoek
Loved by locals and recommended by travellers, this long-running restaurant marries South African ingredients with fine-dining techniques. Watch chefs…
Route 62
Great for brunch, lunch or cake, this shop-cum-restaurant serves an array of dishes including Cape Malay curry, seafood, steak and salad. The shop sells…
Western Cape
This award-winning, eclectic place serves a mixture of traditional and contemporary fare, much of it made with produce from the owner’s garden. Advance…
Western Cape
Locals rave about this stylish place based in the Old Gaol building. The small menu features intricate dishes that use local ingredients such as springbok…
Western Cape
The menu here is vast, but opt out of the sushi or pasta in favour of something a little more local. The bobotie (spiced mince with a savoury egg custard)…
Western Cape
It might not be in the Old Gaol any more, but the food at this empowerment venture is still just as good. There’s lots of seating outside under the trees…
Franschhoek
In a stupendous setting overlooking Franschhoek Valley, this contemporary restaurant makes a big deal of local ingredients. Try the biltong-dusted ostrich…
Franschhoek
The excellent single-origin chocolate here is made at a boutique chocolatier in Paarl and used in all the cakes, pastries and ice cream on offer. There's…
Route 62
This quaint tea garden, complete with lace tablecloths, is great for breakfast, or coffee with a slice of home-baked cake. There are more than a dozen…
West Coast & Swartland
Grab a seat in the garden and slurp down a freshly squeezed juice at this chilled cafe. The menu features wraps, sandwiches, pancakes and some calorie…
Garden Route
Close to the museum, Carola Ann's serves inventive breakfasts, delicious, healthy lunches and not-so-healthy slabs of cake. Grab a packet of the chocolate…
Route 62
There are tables outside and in the atmospheric dining room at this large restaurant at the northern end of town. The menu is small but fairly varied,…
Hermanus
Adjoining a shop selling natural cosmetics, this seafront bistro is all about fresh, local, organic ingredients. Try the 'famous' cheesecake and watch…
Garden Route
In the one-time town administration building dating back to 1848, this long-standing restaurant is known for its excellent steaks and ever-changing game…
Stellenbosch
A large indoor-outdoor market with fresh produce, plenty of crafts and clothing as well as wine by the glass, draught craft beer and a host of food stalls…
Winelands
There's something to keep everyone entertained here – wine tasting, a microbrewery, sweetie pairings for the kids and an excellent jungle gym. The menu…
Western Cape
A spade's throw from the beach (but without sea views), the only eatery in the village serves burgers, salads, steaks and seafood, and the adjoining shop…
Western Cape
This charming roadside store on a dairy farm sells light breakfasts and lunches, tapas, cake, coffee and a smorgasbord of local produce, including cheese,…
Garden Route
Stylish decor combines with home-grown organic produce, free-range meats and lots of vegetarian options at this delightful place. There's a coffee…
Hermanus
Found within the Marine hotel, this is the place for a special breakfast with ocean views – try the croissant French toast with maple syrup and bacon,…
Hermanus
This long-standing restaurant is still going strong, popular with both locals and tourists as much for its superb sea view as for its menu. Seafood is the…
Knysna
There’s an outdoor deck overlooking the lagoon and ocean, lots of fish and seafood, plus a few vegetarian dishes. It's a very popular spot so expect to…
Winelands
Based within Temenos Retreat but open to all, this quaint dining room offers a small but varied menu featuring homemade ravioli, fish 'n' chips, curries…
Garden Route
It doesn’t look much from afar – a restaurant tucked down the side of a petrol station – but Girl's gets rave reviews. Try the venison fillet or the fresh…
Winelands
The menu changes regularly, but always features a few traditional South African dishes and plenty of local ingredients. The attached gift shop is aimed at…
West Coast & Swartland
A surprisingly cool cafe tucked away behind the harbour. Light lunches, creative salads and good coffee are on offer, as well as a build-your-own picnic…
Garden Route
This elegant place in a century-old house is one of Mossel Bay's swankiest dining options. Try the seafood potjie (stew) or the fillet steak topped with…
Stellenbosch
Off Rte 44 between Stellenbosch and Somerset West, this is a long-established restaurant, best known for its dry aged beef. There's plenty of other meat…
Stellenbosch
A cosy, charming restaurant within a boutique hotel. The menu is small but features some traditional dishes and lots of locally sourced goodies – the…
Knysna
Inside, it’s a stylish place to dine on sushi, steak and seafood; outside, it’s a laid-back bar with wood-fired pizzas and a range of Mitchell’s beers…
Plettenberg Bay
Enjoy a good cup of coffee and a freshly baked pastry in the courtyard or on the balcony overlooking Plett's main road. There's also a small lunch menu,…
Route 62
Based in Queen's Hotel, this smart restaurant serves local fare like Karoo lamb, Cape Malay curry and venison, as well as a range of international dishes.
Garden Route
Although no trains ply the tracks any more, this cafe filling the old station building is still a nice spot for salads and sandwiches. In the evenings,…
Route 62
Set in a lovely old building, this sleek place has a seasonal menu. The emphasis is on home cooking, with everything from the bread to the ice cream made…
Franschhoek
Serves original dishes inspired by the Cape's varied cultures and using herbs from the on-site indigenous garden. A handy glossary on the menu helps you…
West Coast & Swartland
A better location you couldn’t wish for – you can hop from your table right onto the sand. Specialising in seafood, this is also an excellent spot to…
Western Cape
An eclectic menu featuring African meat with Asian influences is served in an intimate candlelit setting. Among the more unusual offerings are crocodile…
Hermanus
Based within the plush Marine hotel, the focus here is perfectly prepared seafood dishes, plus a few meaty options and some enticing desserts.
