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La Colombe Constantia

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 100 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
French Fine Dining
Location Pointer Silvermist Wine Estate, Constantia Nek
4.8
(3014 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 100

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La Colombe is one of South Africas most iconic and internationally acclaimed fine dining establishments. Originally founded on the historic Constantia Uitsig wine estate, it relocated under new ownership to the picturesque Silvermist organic wine estate at the top of Constantia Nek, with breathtaking views overlooking the Constantia wine valley, False Bay and Hout Bay.

Chef Proprietor Scot Kirtons philosophy and approach lies in the fusion of Asian and French cuisine and the pursuit of excellence and perfection on each plate, resulting in numerous local and international awards.

The freshest seasonal produce, uncomplicated clean flavours and classical elegance are the essence of his inspiration and passion for food. Scots delivery of classic signature dishes and his endless array of sublime new inspirations form the mainstay of La Colombes Tasting Menu.

With impeccable service and an award-winning winelist, La Colombe is a truly unforgettable experience.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Regular swallows return for more than just another flutter of the legendary tuna in a tin at Silvermist Forest, Constantia. New and astonishing dishes illustrate why this world-class restaurant continues to clock up awards and accolades. Slick and sensational, it’s a murmuration of flavours—800 plates glide out of the kitchen during four hours of service under the wings of executive chef James Gaag.

The ‘dove nest’ starts the show with chef James’s favourite ingredient three ways—an ode to his mother who grows these Jerusalem artichokes. An artistic array of fresh ingredients, introduced tableside, indicates the backbone of the adventure. The charcuterie trolley is a feast of tastes and textures that, at first glance, belie the many months that have gone into perfecting each element in the restaurant’s innovation lab. From chickpea and lentil to salmon gravlax, KZN duck ham to Wagyu biltong with white onion mousse, it is clear how this innovative craftsman will always push the envelope. Components are spicy, techniques cutting edge, and every part of the produce journey is interrogated and honed.

The wine flights are impressive and popular. The clandestine cellar experience, led by passionate sommelier Michelle Erasmus, is a worthy addition. Guests leave their phones in a box before entering her enviable underground ‘office’. The silence and intimacy add to the intrigue as you witness her ability to pair a rare vintage with a veritable feast of flavours in one dish…smoked quail, foie gras, dried plum, truffle, and exotic mushrooms dovetail beautifully.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30

Reviews (3014)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.6
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.7
  • Mike W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Nov 25
    Excellent service by all staffmembers. But a special thank you to Melissa for introducing us to the Chenin Blanc of Catherine Marshall. Great story and amazing wine. And the gentlemen who served us the amazing Savage Red Syrah. What a wine and what a paring. Thank you all.

  • Jackie O. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Nov 25
    An absolute gem. The highlight of our holiday so far,, amazing food service and views, the full package!

  • Sebastian W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Kelly J. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Nov 25
    Outside of the lamb and the dessert, the food was just bad. Most flavors were overpowering and off putting. With no sarcasm, it felt like a jail sentence that I just had to push through so I could leave.

  • Julie T. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Nov 25
    If you are anywhere near Cape Town you need to dine at La Colombe. The service, food, wine and experience were perfect.

  • Ann N. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Nov 25
    Food and service was amazing. But Hilton made this experience even better. We were so grateful to have him as our host!!!

  • Angelina M. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 09 Nov 25
    Great birthday experience!

  • Wayne E. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 09 Nov 25
    Outstanding at all levels levels. A truly remarkable experience - relaxed, elegant and playful thank u to all the team whom made this such an u forgettable Niigata that has created memories I will cherish forever

  • Sytze R. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 09 Nov 25
    MELISSA MADE EVERY MOMENT AN ABSOLUTELY SPECIAL TIME FOR OUR SONS BIRTHDAY. TO THE REST OF THE STAFF THANK YOU TOO, COULDN'T HAVE ASKED FOR ANYTHING.... CHEFS YOU WOWWED US AGAIN. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.

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