Guidebook for Cape Town
Food Scene
"Set on Clifton’s most prime piece of coastline, it’s easy to come for lunch or a drink and end up staying for dinner at The Bungalow. Relax bare-foot on a day bed or at your table with nothing to worry about but enjoying a cool drink, sublime seafood, plump sushi and the sun hovering high over the big blue."
206 locals recommend
The Bungalow
3 Victoria Rd"Set on Clifton’s most prime piece of coastline, it’s easy to come for lunch or a drink and end up staying for dinner at The Bungalow. Relax bare-foot on a day bed or at your table with nothing to worry about but enjoying a cool drink, sublime seafood, plump sushi and the sun hovering high over the big blue."
" Paranga has become an icon for the quintessential Cape Town dining experience on the Camps Bay strip. With sophisticated styling and the finest culinary selections every visit to Paranga feels like a mini vacation, even for the locals."
76 locals recommend
Paranga Restaurant
Victoria Road" Paranga has become an icon for the quintessential Cape Town dining experience on the Camps Bay strip. With sophisticated styling and the finest culinary selections every visit to Paranga feels like a mini vacation, even for the locals."
"Breezing onto the Camps Bay strip, Bilboa brings with it its own brand of contemporary chic, exclusive location and enviable views across the Atlantic Ocean. Diners are offered a contemporary space, unlike any other along the beachfront. Coupled with an uninterrupted view, this lends Bilboa to an elevated level of sophistication accompanied by a contemporary Mediterranean seafood-inspired offering."
19 locals recommend
Bilboa Restaurant
"Breezing onto the Camps Bay strip, Bilboa brings with it its own brand of contemporary chic, exclusive location and enviable views across the Atlantic Ocean. Diners are offered a contemporary space, unlike any other along the beachfront. Coupled with an uninterrupted view, this lends Bilboa to an elevated level of sophistication accompanied by a contemporary Mediterranean seafood-inspired offering."
There is a new Mediterranean eatery in town and as far as we’ve seen they’re up there with the best. Love Thy Neighbour, occupying the space that was formerly known as Beer & Wine Garden, and which was formerly formerly known as &Union (if you’re from the Mother City you’ll remember this local watering hole), has opened its doors for anyone looking to indulge in what we are dubbing “The Big Greek Feast”. The large and inviting outdoor area is a favourite place to stop for beers and cocktails after work on a hot summer’s day... "
12 locals recommend
Love Thy Neighbour
110 Bree StThere is a new Mediterranean eatery in town and as far as we’ve seen they’re up there with the best. Love Thy Neighbour, occupying the space that was formerly known as Beer & Wine Garden, and which was formerly formerly known as &Union (if you’re from the Mother City you’ll remember this local watering hole), has opened its doors for anyone looking to indulge in what we are dubbing “The Big Greek Feast”. The large and inviting outdoor area is a favourite place to stop for beers and cocktails after work on a hot summer’s day... "
"Tiger's Milk is a restaurant and bar on Cape Town's trendy Kloof street. The delicious menu is diverse and will appeal to most. Pizzas, burgers, ribs and steaks are just a few of the things you find there. With a retro cool interior and plenty of craft beer on tap, it is a place where you will find the good vibes and the cool people of Cape Town."
63 locals recommend
Tiger's Milk Kloof Street
55 Kloof St"Tiger's Milk is a restaurant and bar on Cape Town's trendy Kloof street. The delicious menu is diverse and will appeal to most. Pizzas, burgers, ribs and steaks are just a few of the things you find there. With a retro cool interior and plenty of craft beer on tap, it is a place where you will find the good vibes and the cool people of Cape Town."
That’s right, pastry purists and coffee hounds, the Mother City’s bread king is relocating Loop Street’s BARDOUGH to Green Point
65 locals recommend
Jason Bakery Green Point
83 Main RdThat’s right, pastry purists and coffee hounds, the Mother City’s bread king is relocating Loop Street’s BARDOUGH to Green Point
Great cocktails, cosy in a beautiful historic building! If you love colourful interiors, then this is you spot :)
76 locals recommend
The Stack
7 Weltevreden StGreat cocktails, cosy in a beautiful historic building! If you love colourful interiors, then this is you spot :)
If you would like to sit at a table with your feet in the sand while drinking a cocktail (and don't mind spending), then this is your spot... beautiful views!
275 locals recommend
Grand Africa Café & Beach
Granger Bay BoulevardIf you would like to sit at a table with your feet in the sand while drinking a cocktail (and don't mind spending), then this is your spot... beautiful views!
Mano's
39 Main Rd“Always good food, well priced and a very popular spot for the locals”
This is one of my favourite!! Historic building with great interior. I can sit here all day looking at all the locals & tourists walking by. Yours Truly's coffee is one of the best!! Go for coffee during the day and drinks at night...
70 locals recommend
YOURS TRULY
175 Long StThis is one of my favourite!! Historic building with great interior. I can sit here all day looking at all the locals & tourists walking by. Yours Truly's coffee is one of the best!! Go for coffee during the day and drinks at night...
If you love coffee, then this is the place!!
Sea Point - beautiful building, my favourite :)
Bakoven - our pit stop when we go cycling.
Open from 6:30 - late.
81 locals recommend
Bootlegger Coffee Company
37 Main RdIf you love coffee, then this is the place!!
Sea Point - beautiful building, my favourite :)
Bakoven - our pit stop when we go cycling.
Open from 6:30 - late.
Indoor market with a diverse selection of foods, drinks and live music.
197 locals recommend
Mojo Market
30 Regent RdIndoor market with a diverse selection of foods, drinks and live music.
If you love burgers, then this is the spot!
128 locals recommend
Hudsons - The Burger Joint (Green Point)
Main RoadIf you love burgers, then this is the spot!
Contemporary international menus, both a la carte and tasting, in historic building with terrace.
141 locals recommend
La Mouette Restaurant
78 Regent RdContemporary international menus, both a la carte and tasting, in historic building with terrace.
Set in a cellar type venue, this gem has fantastic tapas that will leave you with an amazing experience!
12 locals recommend
Bouchon Bistro
95 Hout StSet in a cellar type venue, this gem has fantastic tapas that will leave you with an amazing experience!
This cozy hangout with a cool vibe offers coffee & light fare, along with draft beer & cider. Locals love it!
317 locals recommend
The Power & The Glory
13d Kloof Nek RdThis cozy hangout with a cool vibe offers coffee & light fare, along with draft beer & cider. Locals love it!
Recommended by some of my guests. Try the eggs benedict with a juice - you wont regret it!
115 locals recommend
JARRYDS Espresso Bar + Eatery
90 Regent RdRecommended by some of my guests. Try the eggs benedict with a juice - you wont regret it!
El Burro Greenpoint
79 Main RdIf you like Mexican, then this is the place to go!
Best deli in Cape Town. You will find everything (and more) in there.
363 locals recommend
Giovanni's Deliworld
103 Main RdBest deli in Cape Town. You will find everything (and more) in there.
Cosy and vibrant little restaurant in the heart of Sea Point
143 locals recommend
The Duchess of Wisbeach
321 Wisbeach RdCosy and vibrant little restaurant in the heart of Sea Point
fashionable boutiques, food market & restaurants offered in a unique, industrial-style setting
619 locals recommend
The Old Biscuit Mill
375 Albert Rdfashionable boutiques, food market & restaurants offered in a unique, industrial-style setting
Drinks & Nightlife
"Café Caprice combines artisan cocktails, a café-style menu, relaxing lounges and sidewalk seating to experience the epitome of Cape Town’s cosmopolitan social scene. Situated directly across from Camps Bay Beach at 37 Victoria Road, open 7 days a week since 1999, it is a home for many Cape Townians and a must visit destination for tourists. Camps Bay beach is the ultimate sunset viewing spot and Café Caprice provides the perfect backdrop, as DJ’s fill the space with laid back music from Thursday to Sunday with a deep, chilled house soundtrack. Café Caprice – a landmark on the Camps Bay promenade and an indelible part of the Cape Town bar and entertainment scene."
312 locals recommend
Café Caprice
37 Victoria Rd"Café Caprice combines artisan cocktails, a café-style menu, relaxing lounges and sidewalk seating to experience the epitome of Cape Town’s cosmopolitan social scene. Situated directly across from Camps Bay Beach at 37 Victoria Road, open 7 days a week since 1999, it is a home for many Cape Townians and a must visit destination for tourists. Camps Bay beach is the ultimate sunset viewing spot and Café Caprice provides the perfect backdrop, as DJ’s fill the space with laid back music from Thursday to Sunday with a deep, chilled house soundtrack. Café Caprice – a landmark on the Camps Bay promenade and an indelible part of the Cape Town bar and entertainment scene."
"The Village Idiot is a fantastical bohemia-meets-1980’s-plaashuis restaurant and bar lodged on Loop Street. Positioned perfectly; the popular neighbourhood hangout is a fair distance from the congestion of the CBD while still being close enough to feel connected to the exciting buzz of the inner city. The soft leather booths and crackling fire make it easy to understand why this local watering hole is so popular. "
222 locals recommend
The Village Idiot
32 Loop St"The Village Idiot is a fantastical bohemia-meets-1980’s-plaashuis restaurant and bar lodged on Loop Street. Positioned perfectly; the popular neighbourhood hangout is a fair distance from the congestion of the CBD while still being close enough to feel connected to the exciting buzz of the inner city. The soft leather booths and crackling fire make it easy to understand why this local watering hole is so popular. "
First-of-its-kind rooftop location will allow you to get lost in the iconic views, vibe and location
45 locals recommend
Chinchilla Rooftop Cafe & Bar
Victoria RoadFirst-of-its-kind rooftop location will allow you to get lost in the iconic views, vibe and location
For a hot oceanfront outing, there’s no cooler place to be than the V&A’s exclusive and excellently located Shimmy Beach Club. Boasting a fine dining restaurant, whisky and vodka tasting rooms, two bars, an outside hydraulic stage and a sprawling deck leading down to an infinity pool and private beach, the premier venue provides Cape Town’s elite plenty a place to play and prey
139 locals recommend
Shimmy Beach Club
12 S Arm RdFor a hot oceanfront outing, there’s no cooler place to be than the V&A’s exclusive and excellently located Shimmy Beach Club. Boasting a fine dining restaurant, whisky and vodka tasting rooms, two bars, an outside hydraulic stage and a sprawling deck leading down to an infinity pool and private beach, the premier venue provides Cape Town’s elite plenty a place to play and prey
More tequila. That’s primarily what you need to know about Cabrito, the hip new Atlantic Seaboard haunt that’s destined to make regulars out of a fair chunk of the stylish lot that live in and around the area.
40 locals recommend
Cabrito Tequila Bar
81 Main RdMore tequila. That’s primarily what you need to know about Cabrito, the hip new Atlantic Seaboard haunt that’s destined to make regulars out of a fair chunk of the stylish lot that live in and around the area.
Speakeasy-style bar and dining room with a vintage theme, serving cocktails and sharing plates. great cocktails - cosy - casual
210 locals recommend
Orphanage Cocktail Emporium
227 Bree StSpeakeasy-style bar and dining room with a vintage theme, serving cocktails and sharing plates. great cocktails - cosy - casual
Victorian townhouse bar with open-roof candlelit courtyard, Asian fusion tapas and cocktails.
180 locals recommend
Asoka Restaurant, Bar and Lounge
68 Kloof StVictorian townhouse bar with open-roof candlelit courtyard, Asian fusion tapas and cocktails.
Sightseeing
Muizenberg beach with its shallow, warm water is ideal for family fun. Wade, walk, jump, splash or ride a wave. Dont know how? Any one of the surf schools will help to get you up and riding: Learn to Surf by signing up for lessons with Gary’s Surf School (the oldest on the strip) or Learn 2 Surf and Stoked Surf School – if it’s SUP or Kite Surfing, Surfstore will teach you. Rent a bike from Adventure Rentals for the day – you will find them at the Shoprite Centre on Main Road or simply walk, the choices are many.
38 locals recommend
Muizenberg station
177 Main RdMuizenberg beach with its shallow, warm water is ideal for family fun. Wade, walk, jump, splash or ride a wave. Dont know how? Any one of the surf schools will help to get you up and riding: Learn to Surf by signing up for lessons with Gary’s Surf School (the oldest on the strip) or Learn 2 Surf and Stoked Surf School – if it’s SUP or Kite Surfing, Surfstore will teach you. Rent a bike from Adventure Rentals for the day – you will find them at the Shoprite Centre on Main Road or simply walk, the choices are many.
Simon's Town (Afrikaans: Simonstad), sometimes spelled Simonstown, is a town near Cape Town, South Africa, which is home to the South African Navy. It is located on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula. For more than two centuries it has been a naval base and harbour (first for the Royal Navy and now the South African Navy).
315 locals recommend
Simon's Town Police Station
136 St George's StSimon's Town (Afrikaans: Simonstad), sometimes spelled Simonstown, is a town near Cape Town, South Africa, which is home to the South African Navy. It is located on the shores of False Bay, on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula. For more than two centuries it has been a naval base and harbour (first for the Royal Navy and now the South African Navy).
More than 100 wine cellars, most open to the public, surround the oak-lined South African town, and tasting tours operate daily.
106 locals recommend
Stellenbosch Wine Routes
47 Church StMore than 100 wine cellars, most open to the public, surround the oak-lined South African town, and tasting tours operate daily.
Nestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape winelands lies the magnificent Franschhoek Valley. This is the food and wine heartland of the country, where splendid wines are grown and our top chefs create international cuisine. Here breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines all combine to create lasting memories.
196 locals recommend
Franschhoek Wine Tram
Cabriere StreetNestled between towering mountains in the beautiful Cape winelands lies the magnificent Franschhoek Valley. This is the food and wine heartland of the country, where splendid wines are grown and our top chefs create international cuisine. Here breath-taking scenery, warm hospitality, world class cuisine and the finest wines all combine to create lasting memories.
Chapman's Peak Drive
1 Chapmans Peak DrOne of the world's most scenic drives !
Signal Hill
Best FREE sunset in town!
Parks & Nature
Cape Point falls within the southern section of Table Mountain National Park. The natural vegetation of the area, fynbos, comprises the smallest but richest of the world’s six floral kingdoms. The scenic beauty of Cape Point is not its sole allure; it is also an international icon of great historical interest with many a visitor drawn to the area because of its rich maritime history…
859 locals recommend
Cape Point
Cape Point falls within the southern section of Table Mountain National Park. The natural vegetation of the area, fynbos, comprises the smallest but richest of the world’s six floral kingdoms. The scenic beauty of Cape Point is not its sole allure; it is also an international icon of great historical interest with many a visitor drawn to the area because of its rich maritime history…
Camps Bay Beach
Beautiful stretch of beach.
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
5821 Tafelberg RdA must for every tourist in Cape Town!
Very popular beach during the summer holidays.
You can walk on the beach all the way to Clifton 1st Beach.
387 locals recommend
Clifton 4th Beach hotel
Fourth Beach PromenadeVery popular beach during the summer holidays.
You can walk on the beach all the way to Clifton 1st Beach.
If you like going up Table Mountain, then you will love the 360 degree views. Locals love climbing Lions Head.
725 locals recommend
Lion's Head Hike
Signal Hill RoadIf you like going up Table Mountain, then you will love the 360 degree views. Locals love climbing Lions Head.
Green Points own pride and joy. Play area for children, nice to have pick-nicks.
417 locals recommend
Green Point Park
1 Fritz Sonnenberg RdGreen Points own pride and joy. Play area for children, nice to have pick-nicks.
Arts & Culture
The District Six Museum, established in December 1994, works with the memories of the District Six experience and with that of forced removals more generally.
445 locals recommend
District Six Museum
25A Buitenkant StThe District Six Museum, established in December 1994, works with the memories of the District Six experience and with that of forced removals more generally.
Artscape Theatre Centre
Biggest productions in CPT
Shopping
Canal Walk Shopping Centre
490 Century BlvdBiggest mall in the Cape
V&A Waterfront
19 Dock RdNearest shopping mall...less than 3 km's away from us!
Essentials
Woolworths Green Point - Portside
Great quality food and drinks!
Sorbet Cape Quarter
27 Somerset Rdwalking distance from the apartment
ULTRA Liquors
Best whole sale liquor store in Cape Town.