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Aubergine Restaurant

Fine Dining Mediterranean South African Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 39 Barnet St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.7
(419 reviews)
RRR+
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Gourmet Guide Plated 2019

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Menu
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Aubergine Restaurant opened its doors in September 1996 with a vision to create a gastronomic haven in an atmosphere of timeless elegance where diners could enjoy innovative and creative combinations that excite the senses and pique curiosity. We are proud to have gained a significant following from both within South Africa and abroad and it is always a pleasure to welcome back guests who share our passion for good food and wine. Aubergine has received numerous local and international awards and been consistently rated among the top restaurants in the country.

Outside Seating
Our outside terrace is open for lunch and dinner. Note, you can only book outside online for lunch, not dinner. Simply add a special request to your reservation and ask to be seated outside. Weather permitting, we will be more then happy to have you enjoy your meal on the terrace.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

This bastion of gastronomy cemented Cape Town as a fine-dining destination nearly 30 years ago. It has remained steadfast, timeless rather than trendy, fitting for the setting steeped in history. Chef Harald Bresselschmidt revisits the classics using French techniques, elevated
with Asian flavours. Why the name Aubergine? Apart from being alphabetically foremost, this humble vegetable is a great platform for carrying flavour…a little like the wines at Aubergine.

The heritage building recently had a ‘nip and tuck’ so that guests can now take their time over small plates before settling in for something serious. Al fresco dining in the courtyard is popular for lunches and lazy summer evenings. Regardless of what you order or when, know that wine will lead the way. The cellar dictates the menu: when a wine is ready to share, a dish is crafted. Perusing the vast, impressive wine list that has been personally perfected over time, is a must for any connoisseur.

Expect hero ingredients like veal and rabbit on the menu, simply with sublime sauces. Harald likes to maintain the integrity of some of the natural textures. There are no flaws, no fuss or unnecessary drama, it’s simply exquisite food and wine, married to perfection.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 18h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Specials

Valentines Day Special Dinner

To celebrate the day dedicated to love, Aubergine offers you a classic romantic dining experience. The offering will feature the following: 3 course tasting menu including Amuse Bouche and Coffee with Aubergines Turkish Delight @R 895 The menu with aperitif, wine pairing and canapes @ R 1550

  • Sat, 14 Feb
  • Saturday only: 18:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 30 Jan 2026

Reviews (419)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Joern F. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 10 Feb 26
    Most amazing dining experience I’ve had in a long time. Best wine pairing I can remember. A true gem in Cape Town. Highly recommended.

  • Ingrid J. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Eloise W. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Feb 26
    Aubergine is an absolute gem. Superb food, service and ambiance and NO noise or loud music. One always feels spoilt there. We'll be back!

  • Ulrich B. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 07 Feb 26
    We had a 4 course menu with wine pairing and some big oysters to start with. What shall I say - it was all very delicious. The sommelier explained what we drank in a charming and humorous way. The service was friendly without being pushy. We hope to be back soon.

  • Willem d. Dined: 4 days ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 07 Feb 26
    They added the tip already to the bill, which we found very cheeky. You simply don't do this, esp in the restaurant of this caliber. Left a bad aftertaste. Might not return.

  • Reimer H. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Anette S. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Damian B. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 06 Feb 26
    Classic food (that’s a good thing) executed with a contemporary twist. Faultless and flavoursome - succulent wilderbeast, the best ever ricotta/spinach ravioli (light flavour intense, perfect), and the ever evolving chocolate fondant (with a new twist - sweetcorn gelato- which worked). Breadth and depth of wine list is hard to beat: Ambaloui bubbles are a great start. Them choices of so many hard to find SA wines. Go for the wine alone, then enjoy the excellent food. Aubergine can be seen as a bit of ‘sleeper’ - it’s not showy or bling, but it’s being attracting those in the know for decades for good reasons. Patio seating is also very relaxed when the weather is right - even just for drinks and the food order.

  • Jazzmin H. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 05 Feb 26
    What a fabulous evening! The food was outstanding: crayfish bisque, wildebeest with potato/mushroom gratin and to finish a perfect dinner a cheese selection. The chocolate petit four was to die for. A big thank you to chef Harald and his team for a superb supper.

  • Violaine G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 04 Feb 26
    Un vrai voyage ! Finesse et classe aussi bien dans l'accueil que dans l'assiette et vins sublimes.

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