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Bascule Bar at Cape Grace

Gastropub International Pub Meals South African Tapas Burgers Charcuterie Boards
W Quay Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
(23 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • WiFi

Bascule brings the spirit of Cape Town to life. Our intimate whisky and cocktail bar draws on the city’s contemporary speakeasy culture, offering an immersive journey into the essence of the Cape. The magnificent location on the edge of the marina and the elegant long bar set the scene for inspired evenings, from atmospheric cocktail hours to jazz-fueled discussions over 20-year-old Scotch.

Above all, at Bascule we welcome you to experience the true warmth and sociability of Cape culture. Discover the treasures of our wine cellar, whisky collection and carefully crafted cocktail list – and join locals and visitors alike as they slow down and enjoy the moment.

Reviews (23)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.6
Value 4.2
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.7
  • Annelene J. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lauren P. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Feb 25
    Nicky looked after us so well! We will be back

  • Kerry F. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 12 Feb 25
    We visited the restaurant on our first evening 1st February. After waiting for an hour with no food we walked out. We reported this to reception who said it would be looked into. We explained that we had booked a table for lunch on Wednesday 5/2 at3pm for lunch with friends but were now thinking of cancelling as we couldn’t risk this happening again. We were assured next morning by Chef Chesney that he would personally insure that an outside table would be ready for us and that we would be looked after. When we arrived for our table the staff had no record of our booking and had to hastily set up a table for us. This was very embarrassing as we were keen to impress our friends. After lunch we went in search of Chesney and asked front desk if they could please arrange for us to meet with him. This did not happen. Very very disappointing and bad reflection on the wonderful Cape Grace.

  • Litha N. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Nonko N. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Feb 25
    I had the most amazing experience, the service was exceptional and the staff was friendly!

  • Sue Dined: 3 weeks ago
    2
    Food 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 29 Jan 25
    With the excessive wind blowing we were disappointed that we could not sit outside. We were accommodated inside but the service was slow and the food was average and expensive .

  • Robin W. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 Jan 25
    Cold beer. Great burger. Ultra crispy fries. Friendly but professional service. What's not to like?

  • Zee G. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Jan 25
    Please thank our waiter Nikki for being such an awesome host. We had a great time.❤️

  • Annie L. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Jan 25
    Amazing food and service. Always a favourite.

  • Noma N. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 01 Jan 25
    I loved everything

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  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 23h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 23h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 23h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 23h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 00h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 22h30