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Cavalli Restaurant

Fine Dining Contemporary Bistro
Location Pointer Cavalli Estate Rd, South Africa
4.5
(5264 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 (5264)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.3
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.6
  • Veronica P. Dined: 3 days ago
    2.7
    Food 4.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 18 Nov 25
    I want to start from the entrance at the gate, we arrived 15 minutes early which is a very respectful thing to do and we were told we could not enter, he (security)has to let us in at exactly 12:00 thats when the restaurant opens. What is the point of having my reservations at 12:00 , I would advise change it online to 12:15 rather. The dining experience was so-so, but not great, compare to some of your competitors I do dine around the world and I am very well aware what exceptional experience is. Compliments to the sommelier he went above and beyond with the non alcoholic pairing which worked very well with the dishes. The service was okay abit confusing no proper flow I was not wow'd by the service it was ok for a normal restaurant but not for the "calibar "of Cavalli. The Restaurant Manager or host was very inconsistent with checking up on the tables which is a shame because it was not that busy in my view as someone thats also in the industry.

  • Chantell V. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 18 Nov 25
    Loved the special picnic we shared

  • Cornelia Dined: 3 days ago
    4
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Manelisi Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 17 Nov 25
    🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • Margot V. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 16 Nov 25
    We have visited Cavalli several times, usually when we have something special to celebrate. For the first time we were not impressed by the food. The risotto with snoek tasted bitter, in the raw fish starter we found several pistachio shell pieces, the oysters came already with vinaigrette and loads of onion and last but not least the trout didn’t taste amazing. Personally I don’t like it when the gray flesh is on the fish. It was a bit difficult and messy to remove it because of the way how it was presented and the dish was lukewarm.

  • Stu Loxton Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 16 Nov 25
    Was a great experience. Servers need more training on wine pouring etiquette.

  • Rita R. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 16 Nov 25
    Fantastic food, nice wines and very friendly staff, a place to go again ! Great hospitality and overall a wonderful experience! Thank you!

  • James M. Dined: 4 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Lars B. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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