Image to the left taken from the Planet Bar & Restaurant website
Easily ranked as one of the top food destinations in the world, Cape Town boasts a vast array of exquisite restaurants, eateries, bistros, cafes, lounges, and bars. In fact, internationally renowned chefs flock to this region to share their culinary masterpieces in the competitive foodie world of Cape Town.
Whether you’re looking for Mediterranean, traditional African, sushi, Asian, American, Italian, Indian, fusion, French, or Mexican cuisine (and everything in between for that matter!), Cape Town’s foodie scene can satisfy your picky palate.
Below is just a mere taste of some of our favorite Cape Town restaurants. So, if you’re on a South Africa safari vacation and only in Cape Town for a day or two, these are the must-try restaurants:
Planet Bar & Restaurant: Located in the beautiful Mount Nelson Hotel, this high-end restaurant is a must visit for travelers looking for flavorful dishes, fun drinks, and a galaxy-inspired ambiance. Swing in for a glass of champagne or one of their famous cocktails or enjoy a six-course meal. Website: www.planetbarandrestaurant.co.za
The Test Kitchen: Arguably Cape Town’s most talked-about restaurant, The Test Kitchen boasts highly imaginative and experimental dishes by South Africa’s top chef, Luke Dale Roberts. Their tasting menu changes frequently, so you’ll always find something new and explorative to try. Website: www.thetestkitchen.co.za
Hudson’s Burger Joint: If you’re in the mood for one tasty burger, then you’ll need to swing into Hudson’s Burger Joint on bustling Kloof Street. From beef burgers to ostrich burgers, and vegetarian patties to chicken sandwiches, this tasty burger joint really knows how to throw a party for your taste buds. But burgers aren’t the only thing being served up at Hudson’s. Popular menu items also include triple cheese chilli poppers, pulled pork tacos, gourmet salads, disco fries, BBQ beef ribs, amazing milkshakes, and an assortment of beers, ciders, and cocktails. Website: www.theburgerjoint.co.za
Nobu: For a contemporary spin on Japanese cuisine and sushi, stop by the chic Nobu restaurant at One&Only Resort in Cape Town. This award-winning restaurant is serious about its seafood, serving up flavorful dishes, using only the freshest ingredients. Some of our favorite items on the menu include tuna and salmon tacos, Lobster Hobayaki, and ANY of their sushi rolls. Website: capetown.oneandonlyresorts.com/cuisine/nobu.aspx
