Winter Restaurant Specials In Cape Town

The Village Idiot – Pimp Your Gin

The village idiot has a great vibe and always has a good collection of people passing through its doors. It offers delicious pub grub, cocktails and great specials.

They are offering a Pimp Your Gin special on Wednesdays. It includes Whitley Neill Gin, Schweppes Tonic Water and a choice of fresh botanicals, fruits and spices. Add to this bottomless wings and chips, and you will find it hard to say no to.

Cost: R40 gin special.
R70 1 litre of beer
R95 bottomless wings and chips

When: Wednesdays 3pm – 11pm

Dates: Ongoing

Address: 32 Loop Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 418 1548

Email: [email protected]

Mantra Cafe

Mantra Cafe is based in Camps Bay with an epic view of the ocean and beach as the winter sun sets over the ocean.

On Wednesdays they offer their famous BBQ Pork Ribs for 50% off. Their ribs are baked to perfection and basted in sticky BBQ sesame sauce.

Cost: R225 ( R112.5 at half price )

When: Wednesdays Lunch and Dinner

Dates: 6 May 2019 – 30 September 2019

Address: 43 Victoria Road, Camps Bay

Tel: 021 437 0206

Harrington’s Cocktail Lounge: Tapas Special

Harrington’s Cocktail Lounge is popular for its after-work drinks. You can chill and relax with a drink or two while overlooking the bustling nightlife of 61 Harrington Street. This classic and sophisticated cocktail lounge now runs a wonderful tapas special where you get can selected tapas for a half-price!

Cost: half-price on selected tapas

When: Thursdays to Saturdays from 4 pm to 7 pm

Wednesdays from 4 pm to 10 pm

Dates: ongoing

Address: 61 Harrington Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 461 2276

The Brasserie: Lunch Club

This Parisian-styled restaurant set in Tokai serving Italian specials and French classics is a perfect location for a small intimate celebration. They offer an on-going Lunch club special every Monday to Saturday from 12 pm until 4 pm.

Cost: R98 (includes lunch and a beverage)

When Mondays to Saturdays from 12 pm to 4 pm

Dates: Ongoing

Address: Shop 1, Forest Glade House, Tokai Road, Tokai, Cape Town

Tel: 021 712 1363

The Village Idiot: Lunch Special

The Village Idiot is a vintage neighborhood bar and restaurant strategically situated at 32 Loop Street where you can relax, unwind and indulge the current lunch special for only R65 every Tuesdays to Saturdays. To name a few, the lunch options include local artisanal cheese board, seasonal salad with toppings, and half Tata Ma Chance ribs which comes with coleslaw and a side of your choice.

Cost: R65

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 12 pm to 5 pm

Dates: Ongoing

Address: 32 Loop Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 418 1548

Email: [email protected]

Upper Bloem: Express Lunch Special

Upper Bloem is popular for its tapas-style and seasonally inspired dishes offering a fine dining experience in a relaxed setting. This 40-seater restaurant on the Green Point strip offers an ongoing express lunch special comprising of six dishes to share for only R125.

Cost: R125 (for six dishes to share)

R35 for additional bread

When: Wednesdays to Saturdays from 12 pm to 3 pm

Dates: ongoing

Address: Shop 1, Winston Place, 65 Main Road, Green Point Cape Town

Tel: 021 433 1442

Rockpool: 2 for 1 Burgers and Pizzas

Rockpool has one of the best locations in Cape Town. It is located right on beach road overlooking the Sea Point Promenade and Atlantic ocean. They are offering a fantastic 2 for 1 special through winter.

Cost: Buy one, get the cheapest one free (R42 – R130)*
*NB You must buy two drinks to qualify for the special.

When: Mon – Thurs 11am – 11pm

Dates: from 3 June 2019 – 26 September 2019

Location: 205 Beach Road, Sea Point, Cape Town

Tel: 021 433 1530

Email: [email protected]

Aubergine Restaurant: Bistro Special

Rated as one of the best restaurants in the country Aubergine restaurant gives guests the ultimate dining experience. It is carefully conceived with creative dishes in a sophisticated atmosphere. Chef Harald Bresselschmidt and his team source their produce ethicaly and sustainably – organic vegetables and herbs, free-range meat and poultry, and sustainable seafood, wherever possible.

Take advantage of Aubergine’s seasonal bistro menu and get an amuse bouche with your two courses for R305 or three for R415.

Cost:

2 courses: R305
3 courses: R415

When: Monday* – Saturday, 6pm – 10pm
*Aubergine Restaurant is closed on alternate Mondays.
Please note Aubergine Restaurant is closed from 1 to 25 June 2019.

Dates: Special valid until 14 September 2019

Location: 39 Barnet Street, Gardens, Cape Town

Tel: 021 465 0000

Email:  [email protected]

Bilboa

This restaurant has an amazing view over the famous Camps Bay and delicious Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Enjoy the vibe of the Camps Bay strip while you take in this beautiful view.

Cost:

R200 (two courses)
R240 (three courses)
R145 – R165 (signature dishes)

When:Monday – Friday, 12pm – 10.30pm
Saturday, Sunday & public holidays: 11am – 10.30pm

Dates: Special valid until 31 August 2019

Location: Shop 120, First Floor, The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town

Tel:021 286 5155

Email:  [email protected]

Bistro Sixteen82

Surrounded by the beautiful vineyards and mountains of Constantia and the Steenberg estate, Bistro Sixteen82 will not disappoint. Chef Kerry Kilpin’s seasonal Hearty & Homely menu includes broccoli and roasted onion soup; pickled fish; pulled beef and ricotta gnocchi; yoghurt mousse; and apple bread and butter pudding, to name a few tempting dishes.

Cost:

R230 (two courses)
R265 (three courses)
R295 (four courses)

When: Monday – Friday, 12pm – 3pm
Please note this special is not on offer on public holidays.

Dates: Special valid until 30 September 2019

Location: Steenberg Farm, Steenberg Road, Tokai, Cape Town

Tel: 021 713 2211

Email:  [email protected]

Blanko

Located in the historic Alphen Hotel, Blanko offers a unique experience in their gallery-style space. It is decorated with Italian marble tables, a dramatically lit-up bar, and textured furnishings. The restaurant boasts art by some of South Africa’s top artists such as William Kentridge, Brett Murray and Michael Subotzky, courtesy of Goodman Gallery.

Cost:

R190 (two courses)
R240 (three courses)
R145 – R165 (signature dishes)

When:Monday – Sunday, 12pm – 12am

Dates: Special valid until 31 August 2019

Location: Steenberg Farm, Steenberg Road, Tokai, Cape Town

Tel:021 795 6300

Email:  Alphen Hotel, Alphen Drive, Constantia

Balducci: Winter Lunch Specials

Enjoy a trendy, slick or Japanese lunch this winter at Balducci! Balducci’s is inviting you to take advantage of its winter lunch specials. Choose from pizza or pasta for R79, sirloin steak for R109, or a 12-piece assorted sushi platter for R99. This lunch special is available daily from 11 am to 6 pm until the end of November.

Cost: Ranges from R79 to 109

When: Everyday from 11 am to 6 pm

Dates: until 30 November 2019

Address: Shop 6162, Victoria Wharf, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Tel: 021 421 6002

Botanicum Café & Grill: Winter Set Menu

Botanicum Café & Grill is owned by the same company as Bootlegger Coffee. This all-day eatery features an unflawed balance between simplicity and sophistication with an elegantly decorated interior and blended touch of gold and black. Botanicum offers a winter set menu that changes weekly.

Cost: R225 (three courses)

When: Mondays to Fridays from 12 pm to 4 pm

Dates: until 31 July 2019

Address: 6, High Constantia Centre, Constantia Main Road, Constantia, Cape Town

Tel: 021 794 7843

Den Anker: Perfect Pairing Winter Special

Nestled at the Quayside of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront is the famous Dan Anker with its luxurious world-class décor, seasonal seafood-orientated dishes, Belgian beers, and local wines. This year, Dan Anker celebrates 25 years. To commemorate this great feat, Den Anker is offering five winter specials for R125 each.

Cost: R125

Dates: 1 May to 31 September 2019

Address: Pierhead – V & A Waterfront, Cape Town

Tel: 021 419 0249

Email: [email protected]

Kloof Street House: Lunch Special

Kloof Street House is a courtyard restaurant set in a magnificent Victorian house. Its cozy ambiance and delicious meals make a romantic setting for a date. Kloof Street House now offers a wonderful two- or three-course meal for its winter lunch special.

Cost: R170 (two courses)

R195 (three courses)

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 12 pm to 5 pm

Dates: until 31 October 2019

Address: 39 Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town

Tel: 021 423 4413

Email: [email protected]

The Marine: Breakfast Special

The Marine offers daily a wonderful English-style breakfast special. Set up in the Pavilion’s main dining section, the generous breakfast buffet includes, among others, eggs, streaky bacon, pork sausage, and fried bread. This breakfast special is open to everyone even if you are not a hotel guest.

Cost: R145 (breakfast buffet)

When: Daily from 7 am to 10:30 am

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: Marine Drive, Hermanus

Tel: 028 313 1000

Email: [email protected]

The Foodbarn: Winter Special

Popular for its delicious and decadent casual fine dining in a barn, Foodbarn now gives you their winter special available for both lunch and dinner every day of the week! Their menu which is paired with fantastic local wines changes every few weeks!

Cost: R295 (two-course), R265 (without wine)

R345 (three-course), R305 (without wine)

When: Everyday

Address: Noordhoek Farm Village, Corner Village Lane, and Noordhoek Main Road, Noordhoek

Tel: 021 789 1390

Grub & Vine: Winter Lunch Special

This compact bistro on Bree is known for its warm atmosphere and beautifully prepared delicious dishes. This winter, Grub & Vine offers to its patrons a casual, refined dining experience with its tasty winter lunch specials for only R90!

Cost: R90 (single course)

R150 (canapés and two courses)

When: Tuesdays to Fridays from 12 pm to 2:30 pm

Dates: until 30 September 2019

Address: 103 Bree Street, Cape Town

Tel: 076 256 8654

Grub & Vine: Dinner Special

Not only they offer delicious winter lunch special, Grub & Vine is also running a fabulous winter dinner deals for R295 (two courses), R425 (three courses), or R545 (four courses)!

Cost: R295 (two courses)

R425 (three courses)

R545 (four courses)

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 6 pm to 9:45 pm

Dates: until 30 September 2019

Address: 103 Bree Street, Cape Town

Tel: 076 256 8654

Bobo’s Brasserie: Winter Menu

Bobo’s Brasserie is a cosmopolitan hotspot on the Mouille Point strip that offers a fabulous winter menu. They also serve a wide selection of cocktails, wines, and spirits inspired by its seaside location.

Costs: Ranges from R110 to R165

When: Everyday from 12 pm to 10:30 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 1 Two Oceans Beach, Beach Rd, Mouille Point, Cape Town

Tel: 0214399027

Cape Point Vineyards: Winter Special

The Cape Point Vineyards Restaurant in Noordhoek features breathtaking views of mountains, fynbos, vineyards, and the Atlantic Ocean. They offer a seasonal menu designed to complement their award-winning Sauvignon Blanc driven wines. This winter, they offer a two-course set menu coupled with a glass of wine for only R195!

Cost: R195 (two courses and a glass of wine)

When: Mondays to Fridays from 12 pm to 2:30 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: Cape Point Vineyards, Silvermine Road, Noordhoek

Tel: 027 789 0900

Bistro at Klein Constantia: Winter Menu

The Bistro is situated alongside Klein Constantia’s newly renovated tasting room under the Jacaranda trees. Their winter menu is only available from Tuesdays to Fridays. Enjoy a two-course lunch for R320 or a three-course lunch for R425!

Cost: R320 (two-course)

R425 (three-course)

When: Tuesdays to Sundays until 3 pm

Address: Klein Constantia Estate, 37 Klein Constantia Rd, Nova Constantia, Cape

Tel: 021 794 5188

FABER at Avondale: Winter Special

FABER Restaurant sets an elegant, yet relaxed fine dining in the central heart of the Cape Winelands. This winter, they offer delicious set three-course menu at R298 or set three-course and 2 glasses of Avondale wine for R370. Note: FABER Restaurant is closed from 24 June until 23 July 2019.

Cost: R298 (three-course set menu); R370 (with two glasses of Avondale wine)

When: Wednesdays and Sundays from 12 pm to 2 pm

Thursdays and Saturdays from 6.30pm to 8pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: Avondale Estate, Lustigan Road, Klein Drakenstein, Paarl

Tel: 021 202 1219

Firefish: Winter Menu

Firefish is a sophisticated harbour-side restaurant forming part of Kove Collection’s string of popular eateries. Firefish serves the freshest kinds of seafood from the ocean and specialises in charcoal cooking. Their winter menu is available daily from 12 pm to 10:30 pm from R70 to R255.

When: Everyday from 12pm to 10:30 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: Shop 154 Victoria Wharf, Breakwater Boulevard, Waterfront, Cape Town

Tel: 021 286 4933

La Colombe: Winter Lunch Special

Acclaimed to be one of the country’s most iconic and internationally acclaimed fine dining establishments, this award-winning restaurant now offers four-course winter special menu made from the freshest seasonal produce. Note: A discretionary service charge of 12.5% will be added to all tables.

Cost: R495

R945 (with wine pairing)

When: Mondays to Fridays (including public holidays)

Dates: until 30 August 2019

Address: Silvermist Wine Estate, Main Road, Constantia Nek, Cape Town

Tel: 021 794 2390

The Shortmarket Club: Prix Fixe

The Shortmarket Club is yet again offering its popular three-course Prix Fixe winter lunch menu this winter for only R320! They are, however, closed from 17 June until 1 July 2019.

Cost: R320

When: Wednesdays to Fridays from 12:30 pm to 2 pm

Dates: until 30 September 2019

Address: 88 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 447 2874

Janse & Co: Winter Special

Hailed as the best newcomer to the Cape Town restaurant scene, Janse & Co is welcoming winter with a delightful five-course lunch or dinner special for R450! Please note: Janse & Co is closed from 18 June 2019 to 13 July 2019.

Cost: R450 (five-course lunch or dinner)

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 6 pm to 9 pm

Thursday – Saturday, 12 pm – 2 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 75 Kloof Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 422 0384

Jardine: Five-Course Winter Special

This warm and homely space has been serving Capetonians delightful meals since 2016. Now, they offer a fantastic five-course winter special: buy one, and get your partner’s free! Note that their menu changes weekly but is available on request.

Cost: R680 (for two, excludes beverages and gratuity)

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays at 6 pm, 6.30pm or 7 pm

Dates: until 1 September 2019

Address: 1 Andringa Street, Stellenbosch, Western Cape

Tel: 021 886 5020

La Tête: Winter Special

La Tête is farm to fork eatery offering a tapas-style experience where you can indulge in a selection of mains, starters, and desserts this winter. Their winter special is available from Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.

Cost: R220 (two-course)

R260 (three-course)

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays

Address: 17 Bree Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 418 1299

Kyoto Garden Sushi: Three-Course Winter Special

Kyoto Garden Sushi offers pared-down Japanese cuisine at its finest. This winter, they offer a three-course special for R230 that includes a glass of wine, sake and green tea at the end of your meal!

Cost: R230 (three courses, a glass of wine, sake, and green tea)

When: Tuesdays to Saturdays from 6pm to 11pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 11 Lower Kloof Nek Road, Gardens, Cape Town

Tel: 021 422 2001

NV-80: Winter Special

Enjoy a two-course meal or three courses at NV-80 for R290! The winter special includes miso salmon, calamari, vegetarian risotto, banana split, to name a few. The special is available for lunch from Mondays to Sundays or for dinner from Sundays to Thursdays

Cost: R230

When: Everyday for lunch, Sundays to Thursdays for dinner

Address: The Point, 76 Regent Road, Shop 8, First Floor, Sea Point, Cape Town

Tel: 021 439 7112/4

Email: [email protected]

La Mouette: Winter Special

La Mouette is an elegant and cozy restaurant set in an old Tudor manor house. They serve modern French cuisine with a hint of Mediterranean flavours!

Cost: R295 (five-course)

R545 (five-course with wine pairing)

When: Tuesdays and Saturdays from 6 pm to 10 pm

Wednesdays to Fridays & Sundays from 12 pm – 3 pm

Dates: until 31 October 2019

Address: 78 Regent Road, Sea Point

Tel: 021 433 0856

Lily’s: Winter Menu

With its fine interiors, lavish furnishings, and breathless ocean views, Lily’s offer a special selection of wintery dishes ranging from R135 to R185 only.

Cost: R135 – R185

When: Monday – Sunday, 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: Shop 1, East-West Building, corner Beach Road and Surrey Place, Mouille Point, Cape Town

Tel: 021 204 8545

Paranga: Winter Menu

Paranga is a stylish Mediterranean eatery along Camps Bay strip and is popular for their fresh and delicious seafood dishes. This winter, they are offering two-course winter special for R240 and three-course winter special for R290.

Cost: R240 (two courses)

R290 (three courses)

R165 – R200 (signature dishes)

When: Everyday from 12 pm to 10.30pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: Shop 1, The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town

Tel: 021 438 0404

Seven: Winter Set Menu Special

Seven is the seventh restaurant of the famous chef and restaurateur George Jardine. This winter, Restaurant Seven is offering diners a three-course set menu for R295 (excludes sides, beverages, and gratuity).

Cost: R295 (three-course set menu)

When: Mondays to Fridays from 6 pm to 8:30 pm

Dates: until 1 September 2019

Address: Shop 7, The Avenues, 1 Drama Street, Somerset West

Tel: 021 851 3146

The 41: Winter Special

With a menu that is set to change every few weeks, this contemporary Mediterranean restaurant is serving a two- (or three-) course lunch with a glass of wine this winter!

Cost: Two courses: R170 (includes wine)

Three courses: R195 (includes wine)

When: Mondays to Fridays from 12 pm to 4 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 41 Victoria Road, Camps Bay

Tel: 021 437 0558

Email: [email protected]

The Alba

The Alba Restaurant serves unforgettable dishes, designed to delight the senses in a floating restaurant experience. They are running a winter special that includes a two-hour cruise, meal, and wine pairing. Enjoy a unique fine dining experience on a boat!

Cost: R295 (Bubbly Brunch Cruise)

R395 (Lavish Lunch Cruise)

R295 (Afternoon Cocktail Cruise)

R695 (Decadent Dinner Cruise)

Address: Pierhead, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Tel: +27 (0) 65 975 8060

The Bungalow: Winter Special

This beautiful, bronzed and a little bit blasphemous restaurant does not only offers an uninterrupted view of the Atlantic Ocean but also offers their palatable Bungalow’s two – and three-course winter specials!

Cost:  R220 (two courses)

R260 (three courses)

R150 – R180 (signature dishes)

When: Everyday from 12 pm to 10:30 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: The Glen Country Club, 3 Victoria Road, Clifton, Cape Town

Tel: 021 438 2018

The Skotnes Restaurant: Winter Special

The Skotnes Restaurant is the culinary arm of the Norval Foundation that offers a bistro-style menu filled with South African dishes. This contemporary restaurant is offering the two- and three-course specials this winter!

Cost: Two courses: R195

Three courses: R235

When: Mondays to Fridays from 12 pm to 3 pm and from 5 pm to 10 pm

Sundays from 12 pm – 3 pm

Dates: until 31 July 2019

Address: 4 Steenberg Road (opposite US Embassy), Tokai, Cape Town

Tel:  087 654 5902

The Stack: Winter Special

This Instagrammable restaurant situated in the historic Leinster Hall is now offering a great-value winter special. Choose any two or three courses off the menu for only R235 and R275, respectively.

Cost: R235 (two courses)

R275 (three courses)

When: Mondays to Saturdays from 12 pm to 3 pm and from 6 pm to 9:30 pm

Sundays from 12 pm to 8 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 7 Weltevreden Street, Gardens, Cape Town

Tel: 021 286 0187

Tjing Tjing Momiji: Winter Set Menu

Tjing Tjing Momiji offers a formal Japanese dining experience with a unique and playful menu unlike anything else in Cape Town! Have a taste of modern Japanese culture this winter with Momiji’s winter special for R595. It is noteworthy to mention that 12.5% gratuity will be added to all bills.

Cost: R595

When: Thursday – Saturday, 6:30 pm onwards

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 165 Longmarket Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 422 4920

Zenzero: Winter Menu

Zenzero is a mix of cool interiors and Italian flavours. This winter, they are serving a host of specials comprising of their signature dishes and selected wines for less.

Cost: R220 (two courses)

R260 (three courses)

R135 – R165 (signature dishes)

When: Mondays to Sundays from 9 am to 10:30 pm

Dates: until 31 August 2019

Address: 2A Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town

Tel: 021 438 0007

Wednesday Happy Hour Specials

Mantra Cafe Sundowners

Mantra Cafe is based in Camps Bay with an epic view of the ocean and beach as the winter sun sets over the ocean.

From 4pm – 7pm Mantra offers their amazing cocktails for half price. We cannot think of any better way to end off the day than watching the sun set over the Atlantic with a half price cocktail in our hand.

This special applies to the following cocktails:

• Gin Fizzes (Bombay gin, Angostura bitters and homemade fruit cordials on crushed ice)
• The Hugo (MCC Sparkling Wine, Elderflower cordial, soda, lemon peel
• Mojito (Bacardi white rum, lime juice, fresh mint and white sugar syrup
• Mimosa (MCC sparkling wine with fresh orange juice, a sprig of thyme and orange zest)

When: Everyday 4pm – 7pm

Dates: 6 May 2019 – 30 September 2019

Address: 43 Victoria Road, Camps Bay

Tel: 021 437 0206

Harrington’s Cocktail Lounge: Happy Hour

This sophisticated bar and cocktail lounge is Mother City’s famous watering hole. Harrington’s now offers half-price on classic cocktails, standard lager, and pilsner, local bubbly, house wines, pouring spirits and tequila from Wednesdays to Fridays. A perfect chill after a busy day!

Cost: Half-price

When: Wednesdays to Fridays from 4 pm to 7 pm

Saturdays from 6 pm to 7 pm

Dates: ongoing

Address: 61 Harrington Street, Cape Town

Tel: 021 461 2276

Email: [email protected]

Van Hunks Daily Happy Hour

Get one of these special everyday from 5pm – 7pm

El Jimador Gold tequila (two shots) R25
A glass of House Wine for R20
Johnnie Walker Red (single) R15
Gin single R15
Smirnoff Vodka single R10
Striped Horse 500ml/ 330ml R30/R20
CBC 500ml R25/20
Smirnoff double R16
Gordons gin double R16 also 10-11pm
Wellington brandy double R16 also 10-11pm

Address: Corner of Kloof Street and Upper Union Street. Gardens

Tel: 021 422 5422