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beyond Restaurant

Seafood South African
Location Pointer Buitenverwachting, Klein Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town, 7806, South Africa
4.7
(3272 reviews)
RRR+
Menu
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated

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Menu
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Located on Buitenverwachting Wine Estate in Constantia, Beyond is a sophisticated restaurant where provenance, seasonality, and the origins of flavour are the foundation. The kitchen is led by Executive Chef Sebastian Stehr with guidance from FYN Group's chefs Peter Tempelhoff and Ashley Moss. The menu honours ingredients native to the Western Cape - sourced from the restaurant's indigenous garden, foraged from the nearby coast, and supplied by local producers - drawing on ancient ingredients, age-old traditions, and a deep connection to place and flavour.

The beverage programme follows the same philosophy. Wines from Buitenverwachting express the character of the estate's soils and vineyards, while the cocktail and non-alcoholic pairings incorporate indigenous ingredients alongside garden-grown herbs, house-made infusions, fermentations, and tinctures. The programme is led by FYN Group Sommelier and Beverage Director, Jennifer Hugé, recipient of the Eat Out Guide Patron Mixology Award.
The dining room looks out over the rolling vineyards through floor-to-ceiling windows, with the warmth of a fireplace lending an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere.

Beyond currently holds two Eat Out stars, two JHP Gourmet Guide plates and is listed on The World's 50 Best Discovery. Lunch is available Tuesday to Sunday, dinner Tuesday to Saturday.

Guests are welcome to enjoy cocktails in the lounge area of the restaurant.

37 Klein Constantia Rd, Nova Constantia, Cape Town, 7806
+27 (0)21 794 0306 | +27 (0)72 103 3343 | info@beyondrestaurant.co.za
Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30 | Tuesday – Sunday | Dinner: 18:00 – 20:30 | Tuesday – Saturday

Children aged 8 and older are welcome. We can accommodate most dietary needs or allergies with prior notice, unless severe or potentially fatal.

We are a cashless restaurant. We accept credit or debit cards only.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

The setting at Buitenverwachting wine estate in Constantia is resplendent, but it’s the story behind the plate that sets this restaurant apart. Don’t be surprised if a new dish is offered for you to try; in the background, there is always innovative and exploratory cooking… Chefs Peter Tempelhoff and Sebastian Stehr are pioneers, and their current discovery is centred on ancient ingredients. The newly planted garden on the estate is set to bring a different dimension to the menu. A move from set menus to à la carte makes unforgettable lunches with a vineyard vista even more appealing, but their unique ‘Origins’ menu truly takes the cake.

Dishes are thought-provoking yet finely balanced. The pan-roasted Cape fish with aromatic dhal, saffron-coconut labneh, sultana and turmeric gel, mussel bhaji, fenugreek and coriander velouté is a prime example of how they marry responsible sourcing with sterling flavours to produce something memorable. The Thai chicken dumplings with nam prik pao, makrut lime oil, pan-seared prawn, snow pea and charred baby corn salad, and the most sublime coconut lemongrass broth exhibit the chef’s penchant for umami. The slow-cooked free-range pork with
ginger-sweet potato fondant, wilted mustard leaf, turnip and pear with an anise jus is one of those dishes that keeps everyone sated.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h30

Specials

Beyond Winter Special

Beyond Restaurant is offering a 4-Course Winter Special menu, priced at R690. Guests will have a chance to taste the best of the restaurants seasonal offerings, which highlight the Western Capes indigenous ingredients through dishes that deliver warmth and comfort.

  • 13 May - 24 Sep
  • Tue-Sat: 12:00 - 20:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 13 May 2026

Beyond Winter Sunday Lunch Special

Beyond Restaurant is offering a 4-Course Winter Special menu, priced at R690. Guests will have a chance to taste the best of the restaurants seasonal offerings, which highlight the Western Capes indigenous ingredients through dishes that deliver warmth and comfort.

  • 26 May - 24 Sep
  • Sunday only: 12:00 - 14:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 26 May 2026

Reviews (3272)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • David P. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Jo-Ann W. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 24 Jun 26
    Everything was wonderful. I just personally didn't enjoy the desert mix with the pumpkin. This was on the testing menu. The whole experience was lovely. The steak main - was really define and so was the starter.

  • Galia G. Dined: 6 days ago
    2.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 22 Jun 26
    Not the greatest experience and the Wagyu extra charge should have been mentioned. Shocked to see the price difference.

  • Marion H. Dined: 1 week ago
    2.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 22 Jun 26
    This was our fourth visit to &Beyond, in addition to having sent many guests over the years and even buying out the property for a major VIP group in the past. Sadly, this visit left us disappointed. The overall experience felt surprisingly uncoordinated, with service standards falling well below what we have come to expect from a brand of this calibre. Most concerning was the apparent lack of attention to important dietary requirements, which in one instance could potentially have posed a serious health risk. The culinary experience was equally underwhelming. The menu lacked inspiration and originality, while the execution of the dishes fell short in terms of refinement, creativity and attention to detail. Having always held the property in high regard, it is disappointing to write this. However, we left feeling that the experience no longer reflects the standards we associate with &Beyond and, regrettably, with little desire to return in the future.

  • Linah Maya p. Dined: 1 week ago
    1.8
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 21 Jun 26
    We tried this restaurant because we love their sister restaurants such as Fyn. Our dining was beyond disappointing. A beautiful property with a nicely designed restaurant was let down by the poorly mixed cocktails (the bartender and manager attempted to mix a drink for us 3 times and all were bitter, flat, and unbalanced), terrible service, and a staff that doesn’t listen to their guests or communicate between each other. We ordered the 6 course dining experience and didn’t receive our main entree until 3 hours into the dinner. Unfortunately, we had to rush our entree and skip dessert to leave the restaurant on time for our ride. Overall, the food showed promise with unique flavor pairings (the ostrich and plantain was delicious!), but the menu lacked focus and was cluttered with too many ingredients. It seemed like the focus was on plating instead of making delicious food. We left feeling confused about the restaurant concept of Beyond and what they were trying to accomplish besides going beyond our expectations in the wrong direction. Staff needs training, the menu needs an overhaul, and I wouldn’t recommend dining here until something changes.

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