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Best restaurants in Cape Town, South Africa

10 places, ranked by rating and number of reviews. How we rank

Places listed
10
Average rating
4.7
Reviews counted
20,011
Open on Sundays
6
  1. Top pick

    1. La Colombe Restaurant

    Modern French restaurant · Constantia Nek · R 1 000+

    Rated 4.8 out of 52,675 reviews

    “A truly lovely culinary experience in Cape Town and completely worth it.”

    Silvermist Wine Estate, Main Road, Constantia Nek, Cape Town, 7806

  2. 2. Belly of the beast

    Restaurant · R 1 000+

    Rated 4.8 out of 51,239 reviews

    “Absolutely delicious - the best food we had on our 2 week South Africa trip.”

    110 Harrington St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000

  3. 3. Seven Colours Eatery

    South African restaurant · Victoria & Alfred Waterfront · R 200–300

    Rated 4.8 out of 5601 reviews

    “... South African cuisine, friendly personnel & super delicious food!”

    Battery Park@Waterfront, 3 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

  4. 4. The Woodlands Eatery

    Restaurant · Oranjezicht · R 200–300

    Rated 4.7 out of 51,502 reviews

    “Pasta is delicious Probably best I’ve had in Cape Town”

    8 Breda St, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001

  5. 5. Fyn Restaurant

    Restaurant · R 1 000+

    Rated 4.7 out of 51,295 reviews

    “What a spectacular restaurant to experience while staying in Cape Town.”

    5th Floor, Speakers Corner, 37 Parliament St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001

  6. 6. The Cousins Trattoria

    Italian restaurant · R 200–600

    Rated 4.6 out of 52,399 reviews

    “Our hot spot in Cape Town, pasta superb and service good, a fun evening”

    3b Barrack St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8000

  7. 7. The Pot Luck Club

    Restaurant · Woodstock · R 1 000+

    Rated 4.6 out of 52,314 reviews

    “We had an absolutely incredible meal here when visiting Cape Town.”

    The Silo, The Old Biscuit Mill, 373-375 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7915

  8. 8. Bouchon Bistro

    Restaurant · R 300–700

    Rated 4.6 out of 5782 reviews

    “The 3 course special at R245 is exceptional value for money.”

    95 Hout St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001

  9. 9. GOLD Restaurant

    African restaurant · Green Point · African cuisine with

    Rated 4.5 out of 54,420 reviews

    “Thee place to be in Cape Town if u want great food”

    15 Bennett St, Green Point, Cape Town, 8005

  10. 10. Pigalle Restaurant

    Restaurant · Green Point · Seafood, steak & jaz

    Rated 4.5 out of 52,784 reviews

    “The food is great, we ordered a see food platter and it was delicious.”

    57A Somerset Rd, Green Point, Cape Town, 8051

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Questions people ask

What are the best restaurants in Cape Town, South Africa?

Based on ratings weighted by the number of reviews, the top-rated restaurants in Cape Town, South Africa are La Colombe Restaurant (4.8 stars from 2,675 reviews) and Belly of the beast (4.8 stars from 1,239 reviews).

Which restaurants in Cape Town, South Africa are open on Sunday?

6 of 10 list Sunday opening hours, including La Colombe Restaurant (12–2 pm, 6–9 pm) and Seven Colours Eatery (9 am–6 pm). Hours can change, so call ahead.

How are these restaurants ranked?

By rating, weighted by how many reviews it is based on, so a 4.7 from 300 reviews beats a 5.0 from 2. Nobody can pay to rank higher on Neighbourhood Listing.