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Terrarium by Chef Chris Erasmus is an edgy fine-dining restaurant, nestled in the Queen Victoria Hotel. Founded on a farm to table ethos, focusing on seasonal, hyperlocal ingredients infused with creativity and innovation, diners can choose from an eight-course Fauna or Flora menu or Small Plates bar menu. Making use of various cooking methods and indigenous ingredients, Terrarium is a contemporary spin on sustainable dining in the urban landscape.

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Reviews (80)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.3
  • Micha W. Dined: 1 day ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Ryan J. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 30 Mar 25
    Absolutely amazing overall experience. Food was top tier, as well as the service. 20 out of 10 would highly recommend and definitely attend again.

  • Trudy Dined: 5 days ago
    2.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 29 Mar 25
    I would not recommend this restaurant . There were a few okay dishes amongst the 8 course menu . All in all bit uninspiring. Desert was terrible . Only one oyster to start not very generous . Kudu was not tender. I could not taste any marrow , only fatty rings , in one course . There were no other customers apart from one table , forlorn atmosphere . It all felt terribly over the top hot air . Big disappointment .

  • Michael D. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 26 Mar 25
    Excellent menu, excellent presentation

  • Sonja D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 25 Mar 25
    Very good menu - delicious plates. Nice wines per glass. Very good service. One of my best experiences in Cape Town!

  • Rush N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 23 Mar 25
    An exceptional experience! Every plate on the Fauna tasting menu was meticulously planned and prepared. While most tasting menus disappoint, this was simply delicious from the first plate to the last. We could not be happier! This restaurant is a must for any foodie in Cape Town, whether you enjoy fine dining or not!

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  • Toni B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 09 Mar 25
    My veganised version was superb, with the leek an outstanding dish. The hub had a pesce version, and we both thoroughly enjoyed our mels with outstanding service and discreet attention. We had the set menus. A definite do again!

  • Patrick M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 07 Mar 25
    Hi,made a visit and realized this was more for set menus, little choice otherwise, no real ambience and we would not return. Staff very good.

  • Rene M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 07 Mar 25
    If you want to have a good fine dining adress, that’s one. We have a 8 course menue and it was amazing. The restaurant offers only 15 tables so ist is more private and not so crowded. I would say in March 2025 ist was a secret tip.

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