Cape Town is the best tourist place and has now been recognised by the renowned magazines too. The legislative capital of South Africa has it all and the newest restaurants are the ones that can win all your heart.
These newly introduced dining places are turning heads of all with their daring flavours, eye-catching interiors and unforgettable dining experiences.
City’s restaurant scene is evolving constantly with new eateries and launching foodie attractions that are making bold statements through their innovative cuisines, striking interiors and unique experiences.
These places invite tourists to explore them and experience rich taste of the Mother City.
Libertino
Libertino is not just a typical Italian restaurant, here one will find handmade pasta which is meant not to be missed and Neapolitan pizzas which meets the disco vibes and a sun-soaked terrace. It adds a touch of seduction to late-night dinners.
Its seasonal menu is beyond to alure its aesthetic that includes Sicillian-style prawns, along with rigatoni aubergine, ravioli, with a selection of pizzas and tiramisu that showcases the freshest local ingredients.
Here, every strand of pasta is rolled by hand, pizza dough is stretched from scratch and cheeses made that are made in-house. It is perfect for night out with friends and with half and full portions, that everyone can try a bit of everything on the menu. Must visit the place at 47 Napier St. De Waterkant.
Amare
Amare means ‘to love’ in Latin language, that lives up to its name by celebrating its Mediterranean roots while adding a splash of coastal charm to everything. The minimalist aesthetic is inspired by the rugged coastlines of Andalucia and the sun-drenched vineyards of Tuscany.
The resto is located in Bantry Bay, and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a curated menu which is all about fresh, vibrant flavours. Popular picks include the Amare salad with cos lettuce, focaccia croutons, parmesan and a poached egg drizzled with either anchovy or fynbos dressing and the flatbreads.
For their main event, the chefs swear by the prawn linguine and the Chalmar beef that end with a warm chocolate torte with olive oil and salted lemon sorbet and their unique cocktails at Bantry Bay.
Bus Cuisine
In Cape Town, craving hits you different, yet you still want to take in stunning city views, for which Bus is a must. This is an exciting new foodie experience that lets you enjoy a 4 to 6 course meal crafted by award-winning chefs, all while boarding a luxury double-decker restaurant bus.
The lunch and dinner set various dishes in menu. They kicked of things with a fresh bread selection, then indulging in a West Coast seafood bisque or zesty shrimp ceviche. For mains, tuck into juicy grilled venison kebabs or braised karoo lamb shoulder.
It is a heaven for Chocolate lovers that will appreciate the crispy chocolate spring rolls with crème anglaise, citrus and a drizzle of honey. It has plenty of options for vegetarians.
The Atlantic Seaboard will savour each dish, perfectly paired with Michelangelo award-winning Cape wine or refreshing mocktails. Don’t worry about plates and cutlery flying around as everything is thoughtfully curated to make sure that their experience is stress-free.
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are stipulated in the menu that are included in the price that starts from R1250 per person. The Bus Cuisine leaves from The Commodore Hotel on Portswood Road.
Marble Cape Town
Co-founded by Chef David Higgs and Entrepreneur Gary Kyriacou launched the much-anticipated Marble at the V&A Waterfront, blending their signature fire-focused philosophy with the renowned seafood culture of the city.
Built in the historic Union Castle building, the space reflects the natural elements of Cape Town such as wind, sea and earth. Where the floor to ceiling glass facades offers breath-taking 360° views of the city.
It is tucked more into signature starters such as snoek pate with amgwenya and lamb and beef tartare with pickled waterblommetjies. The devour Marble’s celebrated wood-fired Chalmar ribeye, alongside new creations such as mussel paella and line fish with burnt leeks and roasted fish bone sauce.
The dessert is inspired by the Mother City that includes the famous granadilla lolly that guarantees to make you feel jolly.
Konnichiwa
Situated at the Pullman Cape Town, Konnichiwa is a place where you have to not worry about making reservations. The brand-new sushi spot operates a no-reservations policy, perfect for exploring the local attractions.
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It is a quaint eatery that serves fresh, ready and made-to-order sushi, prepared by Shokunin (chef) – Ernest Tsosane and his team.
The menu perfectly blends with classic favourites such as sashimi and nigiri with Rainbow Rolls and Wagyu Aburi. New style sashimi introduced citrus-infused seafood options for something unique that added extra depth. Pair up your sushi with a selection of wines and cocktails while you take in the bustling city views of Cape Town.