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Chefs Warehouse at Tintswalo Atlantic

Seafood
Location Pointer W9M9+W5 Hout Bay, Cape Town, South Africa
4.7
(604 reviews)
RRR+
Menu
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated

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Menu
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Our contemporary tapas is a set menu of small plates for sharing over 4 courses.

We choose ingredients that are fresh, local and sustainable paying homage to the ocean at our doorstep. We also offer a vegetarian menu. As with our sister restaurants, oysters and risotto are always on our menu.

Dining at the unique oceanside location of Cape Town’s iconic boutique hotel on Chapman’s Peak Drive is unlike any other in the city, with the Atlantic ocean right below your table.

Back Booths:
Tucked inside the main restaurant, these plush, soft-couch booths offer a warm and intimate setting, perfect for lingering over a meal while gazing across the bay. With only four available, they are in high demand. Elegant, custom-selected overhead lights add a touch of sophistication to your dining experience.

Sea Lounge:
A charming inner dining space that opens directly onto the balcony, blending the comfort of indoor dining with fresh sea views.
This smaller lounge is perfect for more intimate gatherings or as a semi-private dining area. With its serene atmosphere and proximity to the water, it offers an elegant yet relaxed setting for memorable occasions.

Pergola:
One of our most sought-after spaces, the Pergola is an all-year-round extension of the main restaurant. Huge glass doors open fully to reveal sweeping views of Hout Bay Harbour, with the iconic Sentinel Mountain as the focal point. From here, you might even spot dolphins and whales playing in the bay.

We are open for lunches and dinners, with dining inside or outside, the view will always be spectacular.

The Tintswalo Atlantic boutique hotel is uniquely situated on a pebbled beach below Chapmans Peak Drive in Cape Town. It is renowned as one of the city’s most precious hidden gems and is lauded for its romantic setting and spectacular sunsets.

Chefs Warehouse will welcome both resident guests, as well as casual diners with bookings taken for lunch and dinners from Mondays to Sundays.

*GUESTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE AN E-HAILING SERVICE, SUCH AS UBER, AS PARKING IS LIMITED.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

There’s a table almost in the Atlantic Ocean. A panorama of the Hout Bay Sentinel and rooms with stunning views beckon. This Chefs Warehouse has a personality all of its own, with a menu that changes with the tides. Chef Cameron Smith likes to change two dishes a week to please his regular following and keep himself and his team invigorated.

Small plates for sharing are presented in four courses where you will immediately appreciate the harmony. Start with the ever-popular oysters and the oat and honey brioche with home-churned butter. Choose from a good selection of local wines and cocktails, or dive into the tasting menu with the wine pairing. There are equally satisfying options for those desiring vegan and vegetarian menus. Stand-out dishes might be the flame-grilled tuna belly with sour curry, furikake, num num oil (the num nums from Cam’s garden), and a miso feta mousse. The Patagonian squid with amasi atchar mousse, lime escabeche, and smoked yellowtail crème fraîche is another splendid example of the chef’s prowess with feisty flavours.

Cameron’s style of cooking, inspired by South Africa, showcases elements of home cuisine for this local lad who grew up in the Eastern Cape. At the end of your sojourn, you’ll be invited to throw a wishing stone into the ocean. There’s no doubt that many diners simply wish to return.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 20h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 20h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 20h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 20h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 20h30

Reviews (604)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Ralph R. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 24 Mar 26
    If I could give this place 10 out of 5 stars, I absolutely would. Our experience at Tintswalo – Chef’s Warehouse in Hout Bay was, without exaggeration, the most outstanding culinary highlight since we arrived in South Africa. The 4-course menu with wine pairing was simply phenomenal — every single dish perfectly balanced, creative, and executed at an exceptional level. The view over the ocean is nothing short of breathtaking and elevates the entire experience to something truly unforgettable. A special mention goes to Elvis, whose presentation of each wine and its pairing with the dishes was not only incredibly knowledgeable but delivered with a level of professionalism I haven’t experienced since my last Michelin-star dining experience in Germany. The way he connected each wine to the food was pure art. And then there is Michael — quite simply the best host you could wish for. Warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate, he made us feel welcome from the very first moment. This is not just dinner — it’s an experience. A masterpiece of gastronomy, atmosphere, and hospitality. We will be back. Without a doubt.

  • Iris R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Dawid D. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Beverley A. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Julian W. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Horst D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Jean Claude D. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Katja B. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    1
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 03 Mar 26
    One of the most exceptional dining experiences and I cannot recommend it highly enough. From the moment we arrived, everything was simply perfect. The atmosphere was beautiful — warm, stylish, and with an incredible view and perfect welcome from the team. The food was outstanding and beautifully presented. What truly made the evening unforgettable, however, was our waitress Charleene. She was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Her friendly manner made us feel truly valued as guests and added such a positive energy to the entire evening . Thank you so much Charleene.

  • Horst D. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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