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Salsify @ the Roundhouse

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
Fine Dining
Location Pointer 394M+HX Cape Town, South Africa
4.7
(963 reviews)
RRR+
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

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With sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic Lion’s Head as a backdrop, Salsify is a cornerstone of Cape Town's fine dining scene and work to preserve heritage – paying homage to history, stories, and ingredients while crafting light, delicate dishes.

The interiors offer not only a glimpse of the building’s history but also challenge the ways and graces of the time period, merging old and new. From hand-made origami ceiling installation, to the 1.3m Lady Salsify to pops of colour and touches of local art, Salsify’s space is grounded in its location – between land and sea.

Chefs Ryan Cole, Nina du Toit and their team, serve modern cooking, inspired by nature and driven by the seasons. Within the richly storied walls of national monument, The Roundhouse, an opulent culinary journey finely balanced between history, seasonality, and sustainability – a meal at Salsify is unlike any other.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

The setting is sublime, sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and Lion’s Head, with the Twelve Apostles providing a dramatic backdrop. Housed in the historic Roundhouse, Salsify gives a subtle nod to the site’s history while its menus and décor change seasonally and sustainably. You’ll be welcomed with a washing of your hands and taken to the new
Preservation Chamber, where fermentation is showcased in various stages of development. Settle in for a world-class 10-course chef’s menu or a reduced menu, knowing that your meal will redefine the way you love food.

A coal-roasted oyster with spekboom and ginger is dubbed ‘rys, vleis en aartappel’. The charred West Coast abalone with squid ink custard and Madagascar caviar is without doubt the finest way of indulging in this precious hero protein. Move on to the cold-smoked yellowtail with amasi whey, dill, and sorghum, knowing that while chef Ryan is dedicated to sourcing the finest local ingredients responsibly, his first choice is to catch from the sea himself.

The vegetarian course of a parsley dumpling with Jerusalem artichoke and wood sorrel transitions seamlessly into butter-fried line fish with lime leaf and a local squid emulsion, before the pork jowl with sultana and pork skin crumb shows that the chef’s boundary-pushing extends beyond ocean fare. Karoo Wagyu beef sirloin, joined on the plate with beef shin-baked rice and chakalaka, is cooked to perfection. The predessert of Madagascan vanilla and guava may lead into ‘Bertie’s pecan nuts’ with cherries and ancient grains. Every course is thoughtfully married with a wine of note and is completely in sync.

Opening Hours

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

Reviews (963)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Klaus K. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 14 Mar 26
    Our lunch today at Salsify at The Roundhouse made us reconsider the usual superlatives used in restaurant reviews. After visiting La Colombe, FYN, Pier and Petit La Colombe during our last stay in Cape Town in December 2025, we were very curious to experience Salsify – and our expectations were more than met. Together with two wonderful people we had the pleasure of meeting here (Nadine 1 and Nadine 2), we were welcomed so warmly from the very first moment that we immediately felt at home. Our welcome cocktail was served in a beautifully designed reception room, accompanied by a short and charming introduction to the history of this remarkable house. Afterwards we were guided to our table – the interior design and the view are simply stunning. The menu was perfectly composed, with each course bringing a new and delightful surprise. Instead of choosing the wine pairing, we opted for a single wine that would accompany the menu without dominating the flavours. On recommendation, we selected a Chardonnay from Graven, vintage 2023 – an excellent choice that complemented the dishes beautifully. The fact that we spent more than four hours in the restaurant without even noticing how time passed says it all. An outstanding culinary experience with a fantastic team. The “Best Restaurant” award by Eat Out is absolutely well deserved. Anyone visiting Cape Town with a passion for great food should definitely not miss Salsify.

  • Savine B. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Mar 26
    Le site est exceptionnel - tout est très beau: la salle où est servie le verre de bienvenue, l’expérience accueil et bienvenue, les assiettes, les couverts… Et le dîner est excellent bien sûr avec une mention spéciale pour la 1 ère entrée, l’agneau du Karoo et le dessert très original

  • Karina O. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 11 Mar 26
    This was a really well thought through and unique dining experience. We really enjoyed the welcoming ceremony. The food was exceptional.

  • james j. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Mar 26
    Simply outstanding in every facet and every detail. Well done Salsify.

  • Kathleen F. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Mar 26
    The experience was just wonderful. The food was excellent and a few of the dishes were amongst the best bites I’ve tasted. A beautiful lunch. Do not miss out on this restaurant!

  • Susanne V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • MEHVES T. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 07 Mar 26
    We loved the whole experience. Food was amazing. loved the first section of the dinner (which was in a separate room)

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