South Africa · DINING EXPERIENCES IN CAPE TOWN
A South African itinerary runs out of days long before it runs out of options. Below, 6 dining experiences in Cape Town that hold up: the price, the traveller verdict, and the detail that decides it.
Sail for 90 minutes from the V&A Waterfront aboard Esperance, Serenity One, or another available vessel, with two glasses of local sparkling wine and sunset views toward Table Bay. Then stroll ashore for a 3-course meal at City Grill or Raj. Bring a warm jacket and arrive 30 minutes early.
“was fantastic. highly recommend it. great crew on cruise too. and dinner was absolutely amazing.”
Begin at 6:30 PM with a hands-on djembe lesson, then settle in for a 14-dish Cape Malay and African dinner at Gold Restaurant. Mali puppets, singers, dancers, face painting, and live drumming keep the evening moving. Transfers may be arranged, but confirm your pickup area carefully.
“This dinner was our last dinner before we left back to home. I was so happy, the atmosphere the staff the food the entertainment EVERYTHING was wonderful. So happy we did this, transportation via Brian was punctual, very happy from start to finish”
Spend about three and a half hours with African Eagle Daytours, including hotel pickup and return, a 14-dish South African dinner, live music, traditional dancing, singing, and an interactive djembe drumming lesson. The small group is capped at eight, though the dinner show itself may include other diners.
“Great experience, must do ! Nice people and a variety of delicious food. I recommend it for those who wish an initiation in African cuisin.”
Spend about 90 minutes on a Cape Town sunset cruise with two glasses of local sparkling wine, then enjoy a three-course dinner at the V&A Waterfront. Expect Table Mountain views, coastal scenery, music, and possible marine-life sightings. Restaurant cuisine may be Indian, Italian, Greek, or local, so confirm the assignment before booking.
“This was the worst experience I had on a vacation. The weather was bad and the sea very rough. My sister got a panick attack and was very sick. This cruise should have been cancelled in the weather conditions. Further we had a choice between Indian Italian and Greek food and we requested italian or greek food in our booking. Unfortunately we were offered the Raj restaurant which is indian food. We had to pay for our dinner elsewhere as we cannot tolerate spicy food. I would request full refund of this cruise and dinner. You can check with your skipper and he will certainly confirm that the sea was…”
At Gold Restaurant, you’ll enjoy a three-hour private dining experience led by a dedicated host such as Irene. Start with gold-leaf bubbly, then explore African spices, join a djembe performance, taste 14 sharing dishes, meet the chefs, and watch live music and storytelling. Wine and mineral water are included.
“It was an amazing experience we will recommend everyone visiting Cape Town. The drumsession was very much fun. The singers and artists were high quality. We enjoyed tasting many different foods. And our waitress took very good care of us. We will definitely visit Gold restaurant next time we visit Cape Town”
You’ll spend about five hours enjoying a djembe drumming lesson, a set dinner of African and Cape Malay dishes, and live entertainment at GOLD Restaurant. Pickup and return travel from central Cape Town hotels are included, with an English-speaking driver and a small group of no more than eight people.
“The drumming was so much fun! The food was also delicious! It was a great introduction to African culture and food.”
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