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Upper Union Restaurant

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Contemporary Fine Dining Fusion International Seafood Tapas Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
3 Upper Union St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
(1550 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100

Curated for the curious and creative… Upper Union opened its doors in the Kloof Street Neighbourhood.

Gourmet Guide Description

It’s the talk of the town. Set in a beautiful heritage building on, you guessed it, Upper Union Street, chef Amori Burger has firmly cemented herself on the Cape culinary landscape since opening. The stylish green interiors offer myriad cosy corners where you can enjoy convivial dining under twinkling chandeliers—an ambience that paves the way for an unforgettable food-and-drinks ride.

Sit indoors, outdoors, upstairs, or down to enjoy some zesty cocktails composed by master mixologists. The wine list reflects local, smallscale, and boutique wines. Unsure of what to order? Trust the serving team to cover your table with an array of truly delectable dishes. The
menu is divided into small plates or a shared menu of either ‘pasture’ or ‘garden’, both starting with a hot bread course that warns you of chef Amori’s heartfelt sense of generosity. Creative and curious, she loves connecting with equally insatiable guests as they comment with
delight on her dishes. Favourites include the beef picanha with Fati blommaki and nasturtium chimichurri, the Puglia burrata with fennel jam, prosciutto, Dijon, and sesame flatbread, and the salt-baked beetroot, but there’s always something new and novel. She crafts her own paneer, pickles, and dressings with zeal. Her latest lamb dish with kapokbos chermoula, red pimento, and parsnip purrée is a must-try. Be sure to keep space for desserts and cheese.

Upper Union epitomises convivial, upper-class dining–stellar food served without unnecessary fuss.

Reviews (1550)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.7
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.8
  • Mandy D. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 0.0
    Ambience 0.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 21 Dec 24
    Awesome food, staff and venue. Just love it!!!❤️

  • Dani M. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 21 Dec 24
    Excellent tapas, service and ambience. Highly recommend.

  • Nicole C. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 20 Dec 24
    I thought the food was good and it was a nice dining experience. However, I did think it was a bit pricey compared to other high- end restaurants. Nice ambiance and attentive wait staff. I'd recommend for the experience.

  • Annette S. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Richard M. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Xander Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 19 Dec 24
    I will go here AGAIN AND AGAIN...continuing to support Upper Union. Impeccable service and food. The best waitress I have ever come across around the world. Well done to you all for remaining so consistently amazing!!

  • Jacques V. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Samuel I. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Dec 24
    Excellent as usual

  • Andreas L. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Dec 24
    Food was cold. Extra charges from other table on our biml

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Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday 11h30 - 22h00