If you are one of those people who want to indulge at a Cape Town restaurant this Christmas, read on.
Many restaurants are pulling out all the stops to host a magical Christmas affair, and we’ve compiled a list of exclusive offers and festive events planned in and around the Mother City.
These include:
Hazendal
Babushka Christmas Feast
Sip on a glass of chilled Cap Classique before tucking into a decadent 3-course meal at Babushka’s Christmas feast.
Menu items include rosemary and parmesan madeleines, roast leg of lamb, falafel cakes and chocolate roulade.
Vegetarian friendly.
Date: 25 December
Time: 12:00 – 15:00
Cost: R1,195 for adults and R595 for children (includes a 2-hour play session at Wonderdal)
Location: Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch
Bookings: bookings@hazendal.co.za
Glasshouse
Dine in the lap of luxury with a magical 6-course Christmas lunch, set in Hazendal’s eye-catching Glasshouse.
Menu items include roast pork belly, roast butternut ravioli and a festive dessert.
Vegetarian friendly.
Date: 25 December
Time: 12:00 – 15:00
Cost: R1,550 for adults and R595 for children (includes a 2-hour play session at Wonderdal)
Location: Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch
Bookings: bookings@hazendal.co.za
Ghenwa’s Culinary Club
Located on the picturesque Lourensford Wine Estate, Chef Ghenwa shares her passion and love for the culinary arts through authentic Lebanese food this Christmas.
Menu items include a selection of mezze, Lebanese baked fish, butternut kibbeh and a trio of Christmas treats.
Vegan friendly.
Date: 24 December – Christmas Eve dinner, 25 December – Christmas lunch
Cost: R700
Location: Lourensford Ave, Somerset West
Bookings: bookings@ghenwasculinaryclub.co.za
Groot Constantia
Simon’s
Simon’s, located at Groot Constantia, the oldest wine farm in South Africa, will host a 3-course lunch. The restaurant boasts some of the most exquisite mountain views.
Menu items include chilled summer gazpacho, glazed gammon, sticky vegan ribs and a selection of desserts.
Date: 25 December
Cost: R695 for adults, R195 for children.
Location: Groot Constantia Road, Constantia
Bookings: https://simons.co.za/reservation-form or email info@simons.co.za
Jonkershuis
Partake in the festivities at Jonkershuis, an intimate Cape Malay influenced bistro. The restaurant is surrounded by ancient oak trees and the beautiful Groot Constantia Vineyards.
Menu items include Franschhoek trout terrine, beef fillet, vegan xmas pie and classic xmas pudding.
Vegetarian and vegan friendly.
Date: 25 December
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Cost: R900 + 15% service fee (R1,035 total) for adults, R400 + 15% service fee (R460 total) for children.
Location: Groot Constantia Road, Constantia Bookings: info@jhuis.co.za
OUIBar + KTCHN
Deck the halls at OUIBar + KTCHN. Indulge in bubbles on arrival, don your Santa hats and savour the live music on offer.
Menu items include green pea cappuccino, pumpkin crown steaks and cherry and apple crumble.
Vegan friendly.
Date: 25 December
Radisson RED
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Cost: R650 for adults, R325 for children aged 5 to 10 years R325, and free for children under 5 years
Location: Silo 6, Silo Square, V&A Waterfront
Bookings: baxter@radissonred.com
Red Rooftop Bar
Grab your poolside seat at the trendy Red Rooftop bar. With bubbles on arrival, delicious food, great live music and some of the most scenic views of the city, you can enjoy Christmas at one of the coolest venues in town.
Date: 25 December
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Cost: R850 for adults, R400 for children aged 5 to 10 years, and free for children under 5 years.
Location: Silo 6, Silo Square, V&A Waterfront
Bookings: baxter@radissonred.com
The Lord Charles Hotel
Situated in the shadow of the majestic Helderberg mountains, have a jolly good dining experience at La Vigna Restaurant. Enjoy a magical 3-course meal paired with the best wines in the region on Christmas Eve.
Menu items include pineapple and vanilla gazpacho, confit duck leg and chocolate nemesis.
Date: 24 December
Time: 18:00 – 21:30
Cost: R595
Location: Corner Main Road & Broadway Boulevard, Somerset West
Bookings: reservations@lordcharleshotel.com
Erinvale Estate Hotel and Spa
Tuck into a delightful 3-course Christmas lunch at Oak Terrace at Erinvale Estate Hotel. Guests can expect live entertainment and a welcome drink to toast the occasion.
Date: 25 December
Cost: R795 for adults, R365 for children under 12 years
Location: 1 Erinvale Avenue, Lourensford Road, Somerset West Bookings: conf@erinvale.co.za
Or indulge in a 7-course festive gourmet lunch designed and prepared by Executive Chef Stefan Bekker.
Date: 25 December
Cost: R920
Location: Stefan’s, 1 Erinvale Avenue, Lourensford Road, Somerset West
Bookings: conf@erinvale.co.za
Protea Hotel Marriot Breakwater Lodge
Tis the season to indulge your senses at Protea Breakwater Lodge. Tuck into a 4-course menu with striking views and festivity.
Menu items include cream of pear and broccoli soup, boerewors stuffed rolled leg of lamb, lentil and red pepper bobotie and an assortment of puddings and sweet treats.
Vegetarian friendly.
Date: 25 December
Cost: R545 for adults, half price for children aged 3 to 6 years, and free for children under the age of 3.
Location: Portswood Road, V&A Waterfront
Bookings: +27214061920
Twelve Apostles
Christmas Eve dinner
Kick off this festive period with a Christmas Eve dinner. Choose between a 4-course set menu at Azure Restaurant or a 3-course buffet at Atlantic Terrace Marquee.
Vegan friendly.
Date: 24 December
Time: 19:00
Cost: R1,475 – Azure Restaurant
R1,350 – Atlantic Terrace Marquee
Location: Victoria Road, Camps Bay
Bookings: +27214379029
Christmas lunch
Indulge in the Christmas spirit with a gourmet lunch at Azure Restaurant or Atlantic Terrace Marquee, accompanied by all the trimmings and a welcome drink.
Vegan friendly.
Date: 25 December
Time: 13:00
Cost: R1,850
Location: Victoria Road, Camps Bay
Bookings: +27214379029
Reverie Social Table
Put away your cell phones and enjoy delicious food, exceptional wine and terrific company at Reverie on Christmas Eve. This bespoke 18-seater social table, located in quirky Observatory, is the perfect way to ring in the holidays.
Date: 24 December
Time: 18:00
Cost: R1,500
Location: 226A Lower Main Road, Observatory
Bookings: info@reverie.capetown
Moyo Kirstenbosch
Grace, goodwill and glad tidings await visitors at Moyo Kirstenbosch. Celebrate with a uniquely African festive experience, surrounded by beautiful vistas and great traditional music, while feasting on a hearty buffet lunch.
Menu items include Chef Ru’s red pepper soup, curried butternut lasagne, roast turkey and a selection of desserts.
Vegetarian friendly.
Date: 25 December
Cost: R695 for adults, R395 for children aged 6 to 10 years and R195 (special menu) for children under 5 years old.
Location: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, Newlands
Bookings: kirstenbosch@moyo.com / +27217629585
