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Cavalli Restaurant

Bistro Contemporary Fine Dining
Location Pointer Cavalli Estate Rd, South Africa
4.4
(5364 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Wine Estate
  • Picnics

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Cavallis Everyday Gourmet menu is all about celebrating real food that nourishes and excites.

Putting a contemporary, inventive spin on classic dishes, we grow our own seasonal herbs and have many vegetable varieties grown from seed and cuttings. As the first Green-star rated restaurant in South Africa, we treasure the beauty of our natural heritage.

We simply believe in eating delicious, fresh, whole foods prepared in a way that honours the seasons. We want our food to be the kind that people enjoy not just once but again and again, the type of food that people come back for.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Dining at Cavalli is a captivating culinary experience set within an architectural masterpiece. Contemporary interiors, accentuated by glass sliding doors and expansive windows, seamlessly blend indoor elegance with the breathtaking natural beauty of the dam beyond. The open working kitchen adds another layer of intrigue; the effortless rhythm of the team, naturally dovetailing in their roles, highlights the smooth collaboration and professionalism behind the scenes.

Before your meal, indulge in a wine tasting or take a stroll through the art gallery, enhancing the overall experience. Service at Cavalli is exceptional, with Cavalli wines beautifully complementing the dishes, adding a warm, personal touch.

Cavalli shines in accommodating vegetarian diners with a thoughtfully crafted, dedicated menu. The regular menu is available as a Chef’s set or à la carte, with wine pairings. Standout dishes include the eggplant with miso caramel, shiitake, and pine nuts – a revelation of flavor and a testament to the chef’s philosophy of celebrating seasonal vegetables. Cavalli is a must-visit for an unforgettable blend of exquisite food, fine wine, and elegant ambiance.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h30

Reviews (5364)

4.4 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.2
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.5
  • Anet A. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 16 Jan 26
    An all round FANTASTIC experience

  • Paul M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 15 Jan 26
    every aspect of our dinner was Wonderfull. our waitress Charmone was a pure a pure delight.

  • Hayley G. Dined: 3 days ago
    3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 15 Jan 26
    Hi there. Our waitress, Unathi, was well informed and professional. Thank you so much for going the extra mile and making us feel welcomed. However, the food was a big let down. The snacks and the bread were delicious. I specifically enjoyed the foamed accompaniment to the bread. Delicious. Our starter, the cured langoustine was immaculate. Thank you. Unfortunately this was the last dish we enjoyed. Your mains were underwhelming (Beef main) and the flavours from the Rocket risotto were overpowering with extreme saltiness (smoked snoek) and extreme sweetness (bee pollen). The ratio was completely off and made it unpleasant to it, as the saltiness and sweetness compounded the more I ate. The dessert was overpoweringly sweet with no distinct depth and flavour of the layers. We had Ouma Dina’s gemmertert. I was underwhelmed by the bathrooms as well. Such a beautiful place, it’s a pity. I had high expectations and this was a total let down celebrating a special occasion. Thank you to your amazing friendly staff that made the experience better.

    Cavalli Restaurant responded on Thu 15 Jan 26:
    Hi Hayley, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re truly sorry that your dining experience did not meet your expectations, especially as it was a special occasion. We understand how disappointing this must have been. While we’re pleased that Unathi and our service team made you feel welcome, we sincerely apologise for the shortcomings with the mains, dessert, and facilities. Your comments regarding flavour balance and overall execution have been shared with our kitchen and management team, as these are areas we take very seriously. We appreciate your honest feedback, as it helps us improve, and we would welcome the opportunity to have you dine with us again and provide the experience you had hoped for. Kind regards, Cavalli Restaurant Team

    Edited the review on: Thu 15 Jan 26
    Thank you so much for your response. Looking forward to coming back in future.

  • Philippe F. Dined: 3 days ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 15 Jan 26
    Disappointed : service was on the rough and ready side, whereas the waiter would lean over across the table to negligently vaguely place (border line throw) a spoon, fill the glasses from one corner, to all 3 guests, again reaching over the table. On the food, the fish was dry and overcooked ; they replaced that main, which was good

    Cavalli Restaurant responded on Thu 15 Jan 26:
    Thank you for taking the time to share your review, Philippe. We truly appreciate your feedback. We are sincerely sorry to hear that the service did not meet the standard you rightly expected. The manner in which the service was delivered is not reflective of our usual approach, and we have addressed this internally with the team to ensure greater care and attentiveness going forward. We also apologise that the fish was overcooked on your initial order. While we’re glad the replacement was to your satisfaction, we regret that this issue occurred in the first place. Your comments help us improve, and we would welcome the opportunity to make amends and provide you with the experience we strive to deliver. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon under better circumstances.

  • Peter K. Dined: 3 days ago
    2.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 15 Jan 26
    Not a good value 👎🏿

    Cavalli Restaurant responded on Thu 15 Jan 26:
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, Peter. We truly appreciate it. We’re very sorry that your experience did not meet your expectations, particularly in terms of service and value. This is not the standard we aim to deliver, and we are addressing your comments with the team to ensure improvements are made. Your feedback is important to us, and we would welcome the opportunity to make this right and provide you with a better experience in the future. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back.

  • Marietha de Wet Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 13 Jan 26
    Excellent place to relax and enjoy good food and drinks.

  • Nicky M. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.3
    Food 0.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 12 Jan 26
    Great food and service - highly recommended. It was lovely to have the fine mist cooling the patio on such a hot day.

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