World Restaurants

This unique seafood experience proffers a unique theater experience, enjoyed by families, romantics or festivities. Die Melkbosskerm offers a true West Coast feast and hospitality, with mouth-watering delights such as mussels with sauce, smoked and grilled fish, Cape lobster, and many more succulent dishes. Hearty appetites can indulge in potjies with mixed seafood and Waterblommetjie bredie when in season, dunked with fresh home made bread or jams. Whether it’s a romantic dinner for two, a family outing or a bunch of friends chilling, Melkbosskerm is an unforgettable dining experience.

On the beachfront, Doodles is landmark in the Table View area. Open for nearly twenty years, it affords patrons some of the best views in Cape Town – Table Mountain, the city, the fabulous new FIFA 2010 world cup soccer stadium, Robben Island and the mighty Atlantic Ocean. Its relaxed, beach bar vibe and history make it a favourite for locals. The outside deck is the perfect place to chill, whatever the weather. On those perfect balmy Cape Town days sit under the warm African sun and feast on seafood or a selection from the grill. Alternatively, on those blustery days, when the outside deck is protected by the awnings diners can watch the wild sea while feasting on a variety of the fabulous fare on offer. With a varied menu, including breakfast, fresh seafood, gourmet grill items and pizzas, there is something for everyone at Doodles. There is live music on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, making Doodles a lively place to enjoy a fabulous meal, while taking in the wonders of Cape Town.

La Playa is one of the more trendy eateries in Cape Town's V & A Watefront. This Greek owned cafe/restaurant offers diners the best in upbeat, vibrant cafe lifestyle, with spectacular views and delicious food. La Playa offers diners a selection of Greek influenced dishes that include Rosemary infused lamb and Greek milk tart, as well as a wide selection of breakfast dishes. It the prime spot for those looking for somewhere to sit back, take in the atmosphere of the Waterfront and marvel at the fabulous views. Trendy and modern but relaxed, La Playa is reminiscent of European cafe style cuisine and ambience. Frequented by locals as well as visitors to the city, it gives a glimpse of typical Cape Town life. This funky fun cafe is the place to see and be seen. With a lively atmosphere and great food La Playa is relaxed, trendy and offers patrons European style and service in a very Capetonian setting. With views out over the mighty Atlantic Ocean, there is no end of beauty to indulge in while sipping on a cool cocktail and nibbling on something sublime from the menu.

Embracing the Brazilian roots of meat cooking, Mojo’s Restaurant tantalizes palates with an assortment of prime meat cuts, cooked on big skewers over open flames. Alongside meat selections, you can enjoy salads, spicy rice and day potato dishes. For less appetite driven palates, try the assorted tapas platters, or start the day with a mouthwatering breakfast. Sundowners seek perfect company with exotic cocktails and live music. Mojo’s is a fun and vibrant dining experience enjoyed by all.

Relax, wine and dine, and catch up on some good conversation. Peppers Restaurant offers tranquility and escape from everyday life. The ambiance is cool, calm and friendly, and the décor tasteful. Dine indoors or alfresco on a wide array of dishes. Parents are given a much-needed break, while kids play in the safe and secure playroom, monitored by playroom attendants.

One of the most famous restaurants in Cape Town’s V & A Waterfront is Quay Four. Patrons can choose between the tavern downstairs which serves good pub grub and seafood, or Upstairs @ Quay Four, which offers diners a more sophisticated eating experience, overlooking the bustling harbour. With live music every night, Quay Four’s Tavern downstairs hums with activity all year round. The water laps the edge of the restaurant, and diners are usually treated to a show from the harbour’s resident seals while they enjoy a cold beer, thirst quenching cocktail and feast on a delicious meal. There is selection of light meals, salads and traditional pub grub – one of the most popular dishes is the traditional fish and chips. There is also a huge variety of fresh seafood, including oysters, mussels, prawn, crayfish and fresh line fish, as well as a selection of seafood platters. For the more carnivorous diners, there is a delicious range of fine cuts of meat from the grill. Upstairs the focus is on fine dining. Diners can feast on a choice of lobster, fine seafood. All meals are complimented by an outstanding wine list, as well as superior service. Quay Four prides itself with its reputation for good, fresh food and friendly service, and time and time again it delivers.

Since 1997 Tango’s has earned its great reputation both in the local community and further abroad. Known for the widest and variety of fresh fish daily, finest South African beef, and excellent calamari dishes. It has a warm Latin ambiance and ample secure parking. Fully licensed, Tangos still welcomes you to bring an old or new favourite wine or champagne. There is no corkage fee. GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY!!!

This bustling buffet fusion offers global dining under one roof bursting with rich diversity of gourmet cuisine. Experience the classic Italian pizzeria, authentic Eastern noodle bar and an array of gourmet sandwiches, fresh fruit salads, Artisan-style breads, designer salads and hot tasty dishes to mention a few. This emporium of tasty delights meets international trends with focus on using exceptionally fresh quality fruits and vegetables. Indulge in a classic Italian pizza and Panini made the traditional Italian way or discover the taste of the orient with authentic wok fried dishes reminiscent of the bustling smoky streets of Hong Kong. If you are opting for refreshing alternatives, enjoy a flavour bursting smoothie, fresh fruit salad or choose from a selection of gourmet sandwiches all freshly made on the premises. If the temptations of global dining does not tickle your taste buds, then just follow the lingering aroma of freshly baked Artisan bread where you will be delighted by the discovery of indulging treats of heavenly baked apple pie. This relaxed restaurant atmosphere offers breakfasts, lunch and suppers with enticing selections of sushi proudly displayed on the conveyer bar. Come and discover why The Food Lovers Market with its stunning interior and store décor is fast becoming known the oasis for food lovers.

The Grand Cafe and Beach is one of the trendiest places to be seen in Cape Town. Beach cafe style meets Parisian chic with vast crystal chandeliers, Persian rugs, rich fabrics and antique furniture. This eclectic mix of style and panache is set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and Table Mountain, with views that are out of this world. The menu is melange of old meets new, with fabulous east meets west fusion, as well as tried and tested classics and modern contemporary dishes. Pushing the envelope with its unique style, the Grand Cafe and Beach offers patrons a unique dining experience. Open for lunch and dinner, the menu is exciting and varied, and is filled with strong flavours, fresh ingredients and fabulously innovative combinations. The Grand favourites include tempura prawns, classic Caesar salad, bouillabaisse, fillet béarnaise and an out of this world crayfish sandwich. The Grand Cafe and Beach also offers diners fabulous thin crusted gourmet pizzas, served on long wooden platters. With a sun deck and sea sand beach that is gently lapped by the ocean, fabulously opulent decor and delicious food, the Grand Cafe and Beach offers all the ingredients for a perfect meal.

The South African slick set has a new home away from home. Taking inspiration from the UK-based franchise of the same name, The Sugarhut Club is a unique concept in nightlife entertainment featuring themed bar areas, laid-back lounges and world-class fusion food. Conveniently situated in the heart of downtown Cape Town’s up and coming East City Precinct, the venue is spacious enough to accommodate the jet-set party crowd, yet intimate enough to appeal to older, more discerning customers. Comprised of a series of individually themed zones, décor at the Sugarhut Club is elegant and enchanting. Boho-chic meets ultra-glamorous with a combination of low-slung lanterns and sparkling crystal chandeliers, with fluorescent hot pink and cool blue highlights; smooth dark wood with rough exposed brickwork; leather with velvet, and mirrored surfaces with rich gold and copper-toned embellishment. The interior design team from local design agency Sugar Bakers sought to create variety within the space in order to appeal to a variety of moods, tastes and mindsets. The Birdcage Room features a collection of birdcages as an original centrepiece, opulent patterned wallpaper and checkerboard flooring. The Peacock Lounge takes its name from striking peacock blue cushions, and The Opium Den is all about the esoteric, with raised oversize couches and a mystical gold Buddha. The Sugarhut Club offers a selection of entertainment options making it the ideal venue for celebrations, special occasions, romance, after-work drinks and corporate functions. The beat is as diverse as the décor, with music ranging from Shanghai Jazz to Brazilian Bosanova. Bliss out in the Saffron Lounge, sip cocktails and snack on canapés at the extravagant Gold Bar, or belly dance the night away on the Monsoon Dance floor. For a breath of fresh air, there’s an all-weather outdoor deck area complete with stunning mountain views. The Sugarhut Club affords diners with an authentic Asian-style dining experience, using only the freshest local ingredients and serving plates of genuine and satisfying fusion food. The menu will change monthly to allow diners to experience a variety of dishes that reflect the best seasonal ingredients that we are able to source. The Sugarhut Club is open Tuesday to Sunday from 18h00 with cocktail, sushi and mediterranean specials weekly

Boasting the most spectacular ocean views through innovative design, Two Oceans Restaurant hugs the Cliffside, high above the crashing waves where the two oceans meet. Enjoy elegant fare in a relaxed setting dining indoors or on the covered deck with spectacular ocean views. Seafood is the order of the day, fresh and plump, enjoyed with fine wines, with options for vegetarians and kiddies.

Wharfside Grill, regarded as one of Africa’s best seafood restaurants exudes a bustling maritime ambience that transports you onboard the decks of historic ships and their sea-faring days. Here you can indulge in the taste of exotic seafood such as Lobster, Crayfish and Kingklip while marvelling at nautical artefacts and local sea life. The private deck scattered with umbrellas is the perfect place to relax with a glass of wine while enjoying the stunning scenery and vibrant harbour atmosphere. The Wharfside Grill boasts seating for 350 hungry shipmates and six intimate and private dining cabins capture the character and flavour of historic ships such as Queen Mary, Union Castle and the infamous Shipwreck who fell victim to ravages of the Cape Storms. The extensive menu offers an impressive selection of Lobster, Prawns, Calamari and freshly caught fish including chicken and succulent steak while vegetarians can enjoy harvest from the land onboard the Landlubber’s Luck. Alongside the extensive menu, you can explore the excellent variety of Cocktails, Spirits, Beers, Ciders and Wine. The Wharfside Grill is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is within easy access from Cape Town, Fish Hoek and Constantia Nek.