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La Colombe Constantia

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 100 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
Fine Dining French
Location Pointer Silvermist Wine Estate, Constantia Nek
4.8
(3207 reviews)
RRR+
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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 (3207)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.6
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.7
  • Michael S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Motheba M. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 07 Jan 26
    10/10!!!!

  • Rogerio C. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ellie H. Dined: 2 days ago
    3.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 06 Jan 26
    Honestly I have been to La Colombe about 5-6 times over the past 15 years & was quite disappointed with this experience. The service was extremely slow (waiting 45 minutes between starters) with other tables who seated after us getting further courses than us first. We eventually had to ask for the service to be sped up. Additionally the wine pairing price is ridiculous. There is no justification for entry wine pairing at R2000+. Honestly been to a lot of wine dining bookings this month which charge R750. The pricing is just very extortionate and makes guests not feel welcome. Especially given all the wines are sourced from S.A. Beautifully presented food but I’m not interested in a 5 hour lunch. Likely won’t return for a long time.

  • Frida G. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 06 Jan 26
    We were actually a little dissapointed and undwhelmed with the taste of the food. Although everything tasted good, we afterwards described the taste and flavours as toned down and we were missing more bold and distinct flavours and combinations. Presentation of food was however great but again, the taste did not match. Therefor, not great value for money.

  • Peter H. Dined: 2 days ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 06 Jan 26
    Not nearly as good as previous visits. Magic and invention has diminished Main course of lamb very underwhelming, cold and lacked flavour. Bread and butter course used to be a highlight, now an awkward afterthought and basic. No petit fors either- cost increased quality decreased Visited many many times before no reference made to our previous visits. Gave feedback to manager who didn’t seem very receptive For the first times in 15 years I will be looking at other dining options in Cape Town and recommending elsewhere

  • Tore M. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 06 Jan 26
    Best ever.

  • Klaus K. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 05 Jan 26
    The best restaurant in Africa for sure!

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