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Fine Dining Seafood South African Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer Buitenverwachting, Klein Constantia Rd, Constantia, Cape Town, 7806, South Africa
4.7
(3575 reviews)
RRR+
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Attributes

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

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Our mission is to give our guests a place to celebrate life’s special moments by offering the best food, service, and ambiance.

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 - 14h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h00, 18h00 - 23h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h30

Reviews (3575)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Lara S. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 31 Dec 25
    A sensational dinner that will not disappoint. The food was the best we have had and the service and delivery with explanations of ingredients was interesting and fascinating at the same time. We all loved. What a beautiful restaurant and experience.

  • Heather L. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25
    Food was exceptional. Beyond expectations! Service excellent. Stunning view, peaceful. I was a bit hot. It was a hot day, but air-con or fans would be nice as the windows don't open.

  • Marc K. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25
    Our 1st choice for dining in CPT

  • Linton H. Dined: 4 days ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25
    Fantastic food, but sadly let down by poor service. To clarify, the server was great, but the service was slow and not anticipative. It was the small things that would have turned the experience into a great one: we had to ask more than once for a blanket (we were on the outside terrace), more water, wine.

  • Michel L. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25
    Memorable evening. Surely now in the Cape Town and surrounds Top 10 !!!

  • Charles R. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25
    Great lunch!

  • Juergen D. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Dec 25
    Always top! Filet is perfect.

  • Delphine V. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andre A. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 28 Dec 25
    It should have air condition or more fans.

  • Daan K. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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