Guidebook for Cape Town

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Guidebook for Cape Town

Food Scene

For great sushi and an extensive wine list, head to Beluga in the Foundry. Try the sushi platters to share and one of the delicious cocktails. The setting is upmarket and classy so it’s perfect for a great night out.
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Beluga Cape Town
70 Prestwich St
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For great sushi and an extensive wine list, head to Beluga in the Foundry. Try the sushi platters to share and one of the delicious cocktails. The setting is upmarket and classy so it’s perfect for a great night out.
The buzzy smart vibe makes this restaurant a favored city hangout of older hipsters. Meals are hearty and reasonably priced: try the pink, almost-translucent beef carpacci dressed with a squirt of lemon, or get your kicks from the spicy chicken livers. For mains, the fillet with béarnaise is popular, as is the smoky vegetable cassoulet.
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Mano's
39 Main Rd
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The buzzy smart vibe makes this restaurant a favored city hangout of older hipsters. Meals are hearty and reasonably priced: try the pink, almost-translucent beef carpacci dressed with a squirt of lemon, or get your kicks from the spicy chicken livers. For mains, the fillet with béarnaise is popular, as is the smoky vegetable cassoulet.
If you’re more of a burger and chips type of person, then head to Hudsons. You can choose from 180g patty and the more intimidating 250g option. The menu has something for everyone from the Original Royale with a beef patty, bacon, cheddar, chilli and onion rings to the Badass with two beef patties stuffed with Habanero chilli, topped with Jalapeno jam, white onion and cheddar.
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Hudsons - The Burger Joint (Green Point)
Main Road
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If you’re more of a burger and chips type of person, then head to Hudsons. You can choose from 180g patty and the more intimidating 250g option. The menu has something for everyone from the Original Royale with a beef patty, bacon, cheddar, chilli and onion rings to the Badass with two beef patties stuffed with Habanero chilli, topped with Jalapeno jam, white onion and cheddar.
Bootlegger Coffee Company. The BCC is unapologetically passionate about great coffee, inspired people and a cafe culture made to serve you foods made from the best, locally sourced ingredients. It's also a place really awesome people come to meet, laugh and live a little. If you're looking for a local to hang your hat at or need a 6:30am caffeine cycle-by - you're welcome.
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Bootlegger Coffee Company
37 Main Rd
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Bootlegger Coffee Company. The BCC is unapologetically passionate about great coffee, inspired people and a cafe culture made to serve you foods made from the best, locally sourced ingredients. It's also a place really awesome people come to meet, laugh and live a little. If you're looking for a local to hang your hat at or need a 6:30am caffeine cycle-by - you're welcome.
A must-visit spot. Owner Jason Lilley is deeply passionate about baking and open for breakfast and lunch, offering a wide variety of savoury and sweet farinaceous treats. No matter what’s calling your name – be it a buttery Kick Ass Pie of the day; a crisp quinoa salad with orange, toasted almonds and dates; or an infamous Saturday morning doughssant – Jason is sure to have the baked good to hit the proverbial spot.
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Jason Bakery Green Point
83 Main Rd
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A must-visit spot. Owner Jason Lilley is deeply passionate about baking and open for breakfast and lunch, offering a wide variety of savoury and sweet farinaceous treats. No matter what’s calling your name – be it a buttery Kick Ass Pie of the day; a crisp quinoa salad with orange, toasted almonds and dates; or an infamous Saturday morning doughssant – Jason is sure to have the baked good to hit the proverbial spot.
Known for amazing coffee and Italian flair, Giovanni’s is definitely a local favourite. The food is tasty and the ambience is vibrant and friendly.
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Giovanni's Deliworld
103 Main Rd
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Known for amazing coffee and Italian flair, Giovanni’s is definitely a local favourite. The food is tasty and the ambience is vibrant and friendly.
One of two world-class restaurants found at the One & Only hotel in Cape Town, Nobu is the first of World-class master chef Nobuyuki ‘Nobu’ Matsuhisa’s restaurants in Africa. Here his classical Japanese cuisine is given a delightful local twist, with dishes such as Sake Roast Whitefish with Jalapeno or the Chocolate Bento Box; a dark chocolate fondant with green tea ice cream and a sesame seed tuile. You can also try the Japanese beer and a selection of Sake and Shochu based cocktails in the Nobu lounge.
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Nobu
Dock Road
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One of two world-class restaurants found at the One & Only hotel in Cape Town, Nobu is the first of World-class master chef Nobuyuki ‘Nobu’ Matsuhisa’s restaurants in Africa. Here his classical Japanese cuisine is given a delightful local twist, with dishes such as Sake Roast Whitefish with Jalapeno or the Chocolate Bento Box; a dark chocolate fondant with green tea ice cream and a sesame seed tuile. You can also try the Japanese beer and a selection of Sake and Shochu based cocktails in the Nobu lounge.
Named after one of the world’s most expensive type of caviar (think between R70,000–R100,000/kg), Sevruga is not in fact devastatingly expensive, although it is a major tourist attraction at the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town’s tourist crown jewel. Serene views from the terrace make for gorgeous summer days, and the sushi or salmon is just as wonderful. Sevruga already has a reputation in Cape Town, you should experience what everyone’s talking about.
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Sevruga Restaurant
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Named after one of the world’s most expensive type of caviar (think between R70,000–R100,000/kg), Sevruga is not in fact devastatingly expensive, although it is a major tourist attraction at the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town’s tourist crown jewel. Serene views from the terrace make for gorgeous summer days, and the sushi or salmon is just as wonderful. Sevruga already has a reputation in Cape Town, you should experience what everyone’s talking about.
Based at the Cape Grace hotel, Signal Restaurant is known for delicious Cape cuisine as prepared by executive chef Malika van Reenen. Pulling on the local heritage, the food is sourced from local farmers and suppliers to keep it fresh and is turned into beautiful dishes in the restaurant.
Signal
West Quay Road
Based at the Cape Grace hotel, Signal Restaurant is known for delicious Cape cuisine as prepared by executive chef Malika van Reenen. Pulling on the local heritage, the food is sourced from local farmers and suppliers to keep it fresh and is turned into beautiful dishes in the restaurant.
Set in the gorgeous One & Only hotel in the V&A Waterfront, Reuben’s has quickly become a local favourite thanks to the popularity of the Cape Town chef, Reuben Riffel. The menu is extensive and offers diners a taste sensation, no matter what they choose.
Reuben's
Set in the gorgeous One & Only hotel in the V&A Waterfront, Reuben’s has quickly become a local favourite thanks to the popularity of the Cape Town chef, Reuben Riffel. The menu is extensive and offers diners a taste sensation, no matter what they choose.
For delectable seafood, uninterrupted ocean views, and very friendly service, the latest restaurant from the Kove Collection is the place to be. Modern furnishings – from recessed timber ceilings to slick lighting and gold accents throughout – create a sophisticated vibe. On a perfect wind-free summer’s day, the see-through blinds that span the length of the restaurant are rolled up for guests to soak up the exquisite surrounds. We dined there on a typical blustery evening and, even with the blinds down, we were still able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Take it easy on the outdoor deck, overlooking the coveted Camps Bay strip, under the striped umbrellas, or a more formal dining experience.
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Bilboa Restaurant
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For delectable seafood, uninterrupted ocean views, and very friendly service, the latest restaurant from the Kove Collection is the place to be. Modern furnishings – from recessed timber ceilings to slick lighting and gold accents throughout – create a sophisticated vibe. On a perfect wind-free summer’s day, the see-through blinds that span the length of the restaurant are rolled up for guests to soak up the exquisite surrounds. We dined there on a typical blustery evening and, even with the blinds down, we were still able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Take it easy on the outdoor deck, overlooking the coveted Camps Bay strip, under the striped umbrellas, or a more formal dining experience.

Drinks & Nightlife

Located on the outskirts of the V&A Waterfront, Casablanca sits below the trendy Buena Vista Social Café and boasts extensive courtyard for good measure. Dance beneath the stars in summer and in winter enjoy a drink under Bedouin tents with a fireplace to keep you cosy. The party here kicks off pretty late with the doors only opening at 10pm, but fortunately it goes on until the wee hours to maximise your party time.
Casablanca
Located on the outskirts of the V&A Waterfront, Casablanca sits below the trendy Buena Vista Social Café and boasts extensive courtyard for good measure. Dance beneath the stars in summer and in winter enjoy a drink under Bedouin tents with a fireplace to keep you cosy. The party here kicks off pretty late with the doors only opening at 10pm, but fortunately it goes on until the wee hours to maximise your party time.
Shimmy offers an extensive variety of food and beverages to satisfy your every need. This restaurant turns into a vibey spot as the nights go on with great music and an extensive drinks menu to keep patrons hydrated. It doesn’t hurt that the view from Shimmy is breath-taking.
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Shimmy Beach Club
12 S Arm Rd
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Shimmy offers an extensive variety of food and beverages to satisfy your every need. This restaurant turns into a vibey spot as the nights go on with great music and an extensive drinks menu to keep patrons hydrated. It doesn’t hurt that the view from Shimmy is breath-taking.
Café Caprice combines artisan cocktails, a café-style menu, relaxing lounges and sidewalk seating to experience the epitome of Cape Town’s cosmopolitan social scene. Situated directly across from Camps Bay Beach at 37 Victoria Road, open 7 days a week since 1999, it is a home for many Cape Townians and a must visit destination for tourists. Camps Bay beach is the ultimate sunset viewing spot and Café Caprice provides the perfect backdrop, as DJ’s fill the space with laid back music from Thursday to Sunday with a deep, chilled house soundtrack. Café Caprice – a landmark on the Camps Bay promenade and an indelible part of the Cape Town bar and entertainment scene.
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Café Caprice
37 Victoria Rd
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Café Caprice combines artisan cocktails, a café-style menu, relaxing lounges and sidewalk seating to experience the epitome of Cape Town’s cosmopolitan social scene. Situated directly across from Camps Bay Beach at 37 Victoria Road, open 7 days a week since 1999, it is a home for many Cape Townians and a must visit destination for tourists. Camps Bay beach is the ultimate sunset viewing spot and Café Caprice provides the perfect backdrop, as DJ’s fill the space with laid back music from Thursday to Sunday with a deep, chilled house soundtrack. Café Caprice – a landmark on the Camps Bay promenade and an indelible part of the Cape Town bar and entertainment scene.
Boasting an uninterrupted panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean, The Bungalow is one of the best spots to grab a drink and mingle. Its buzzy vibe and the young-at-hearts it attracts make it the perfect place for a summer soirée. Bring your shades and toast to the setting sun with a delicious cocktail (the pomegranate mojito is sweet perfection).
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The Bungalow
3 Victoria Rd
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Boasting an uninterrupted panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean, The Bungalow is one of the best spots to grab a drink and mingle. Its buzzy vibe and the young-at-hearts it attracts make it the perfect place for a summer soirée. Bring your shades and toast to the setting sun with a delicious cocktail (the pomegranate mojito is sweet perfection).

Entertainment & Activities

Did you know that almost half of the world’s gemstones can be found in South Africa? Did you know that you could scratch for these gems yourself right here in Cape Town? The Scratch Patch and Mineral World at the Waterfront is a cool way to dig for your own beautiful gems. You get to immerse yourself in all the stones that quite literally cover the floor, then visit the gem exhibitions and shops afterwards.
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Scratch Patch
1 Dock Rd
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Did you know that almost half of the world’s gemstones can be found in South Africa? Did you know that you could scratch for these gems yourself right here in Cape Town? The Scratch Patch and Mineral World at the Waterfront is a cool way to dig for your own beautiful gems. You get to immerse yourself in all the stones that quite literally cover the floor, then visit the gem exhibitions and shops afterwards.
With more than 3000 marine creatures on view – including sharks, turtles and penguins – the Two Oceans Aquarium is one of the best aquariums in the world. Situated in Portswood Square at the V&A Waterfront, the aquarium showcases the unique marine life of the Atlantic and Indian oceans which lie on either side of the Cape of Good Hope. Make sure you check out the Predator Exhibit with the resident ragged tooth sharks fed daily at 3pm!
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Аквариум Двух океанов
Dock Road
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With more than 3000 marine creatures on view – including sharks, turtles and penguins – the Two Oceans Aquarium is one of the best aquariums in the world. Situated in Portswood Square at the V&A Waterfront, the aquarium showcases the unique marine life of the Atlantic and Indian oceans which lie on either side of the Cape of Good Hope. Make sure you check out the Predator Exhibit with the resident ragged tooth sharks fed daily at 3pm!

Shopping

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V&A Waterfront
19 Dock Rd
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Essentials

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Woolworths Green Point - Portside
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Sorbet Cape Quarter
27 Somerset Rd
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Arts & Culture

Based at the Rockwell Hotel, the Theatre at the Rockwell is relatively new to the theatre scene in Cape Town, but already being causing a stir with its entertaining productions. It’s an interactive theatre and dining experience.
The Rockwell Dinner Theatre
32 Prestwich St
Based at the Rockwell Hotel, the Theatre at the Rockwell is relatively new to the theatre scene in Cape Town, but already being causing a stir with its entertaining productions. It’s an interactive theatre and dining experience.