The festive season spirit is in the Cape Town air and Christmas Eve and Christmas day is fast approaching. Thereby making it the perfect time to plan your Christmas Eve dinner celebration with your friends and family.
Known as the culinary capital of Africa, Cape Town boasts an endless variety of incredible restaurants and eateries to choose from. Each one adding something unique and indulgent to the menu. Here are some merry places for Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town for 2019.
1. The Taj Hotel
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The Mint Restaurant & Terrace and Bombay Brasserie at the Taj Hotel in the City Bowl is adding a bit of extra festive cheer to Christmas Eve this year. It’s undoubtedly one of the best places to enjoy an incredible Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town. Guests can choose to dine either buffet-style at the Mint Restaurant & Terrace or enjoy a plated set menu at Bombay Brasserie. Both the Mint Restaurant & Terrace and Bombay Brasserie will be hosting these indulgent offerings on both Christmas Eve and Christmas day.
2. Nobu
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Nobu has fast become the top culinary hotspot in the Mother City. There’s therefore no better place to enjoy a memorable Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town. Based at the luxurious One&Only Cape Town hotel, Nobu is putting their own indulgent spin on Christmas Eve dinner. Diners will have the opportunity to experience the sensational award-winning cuisine Nobu is known for. Served from a choice of their six-course Omakase menu (from the chef ’s heart) or á la carte menu. Each menu offering is perfectly paired with exceptional wines or the best sake in the city. Thereby making for a Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town you won’t soon forget.
3. COPA Restaurant at the Pepperclub Hotel
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Located in the vibrant City Bowl, COPA Restaurant at the Pepperclub Hotel is the perfect place to enjoy an amazing Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town with friends and family. Diners can enjoy a delightful three-course menu for R375 per person (R275 for children under 12). Paired with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, vibrant festive spirit and an exceptional Christmas Eve dinner, there is no better way to celebrate this special festive occasion.
4. Grub and Vine
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Grub and Vine has become one of the most popular wine bars and eateries in the Mother City. But this Christmas Eve they’re adding a very special touch to your Cape Town Christmas Eve experience. Diners can expect to indulge in a festive five-course dinner that is bound to tantalise your taste buds in all the right ways. With prices ranging from R750 – R1200 there is something for everyone to enjoy. Paired with an exceptional glass of wine, or any of their other sensational drink selections, it promises to be an evening you won’t soon forget.
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5. The Oasis Bistro
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The Oasis Bistro situated at the renowned Mount Nelson Hotel is another incredible place to enjoy Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town this year. Celebrated as one of the top hotels in Cape Town, if not South Africa, the Mount Nelson is on virtually everybody’s bucket list. And one of their sough-after eateries The Oasis Bistro is now giving diners the opportunity to enjoy a memorable Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town with the whole family. In addition to an exceptional dining experience, the spectacular gardens and magnificent scenery adds another extra special touch to your festive season celebrations.
6. Lord Nelson Restaurant
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Another one of Mount Nelson Hotel’s incredible restaurants, the Lord Nelson Restaurant is joining in on the festive season celebrations with their indulgent Christmas Eve dinner offering. In addition to an exceptional Christmas eve feast, the Lord Nelson Restaurants is taking it a step further. Inviting diners to celebrate a Christmas Eve dinner with entertainment by Maureen Malan for R2150 per person. Thereby ensuring a great evening paired with sensational food and incredible entertainment.
7. Reverie Social Table
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Located in the trendy Cape Town suburb of Observatory, Reverie Social Table is a proudly South African table d’hote style eatery. With a focus on social dining, Chef patron Julia Hattingh welcomes guests to her 18-seater table for a culinary experience you won’t soon forget. It’s therefore no surprise that Reverie Social Table has established itself as one of the most sought-after dining experiences in the Mother City. Undoubtedly making it one of the best places to enjoy a truly memorable Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town. Diners and culinary enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a five-course dinner with six wines for R1390 per person. Due to its top culinary status and popularity, bookings are absolutely essential.
8. The Stack
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Located in the beautiful neighbourhood of Gardens, The Stack boasts an opulent public bar, garden terrace and brasserie downstairs and a unique private members’ club upstairs. Thereby providing diners with a top-tier Cape Town dining experience. Undoubtedly making it a sought-after dining spots for an amazing Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town. From just R450 diners can enjoy a three-course à la carte menu with a delicious festive twist.
9. The Square Restaurant
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Situated at the Vineyard Hotel in the lush suburb of Newlands, The Square Restaurant is offering an incredible Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town with all the festive season trimmings. From only R695 per person, diners can expect to enjoy a delicious buffet-style offering with delicious festive dishes like roasts, sauces and all the Christmas trimmings. Paired with an elegant and tranquil atmosphere and an award-winning wine selection to match their gourmet flavours. It promises to be an unforgettable Christmas Eve dining experience.
10. Tintswalo Atlantic
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If you’re looking for a grand affair to celebrate your Christmas Eve in Cape Town, Tintswalo Atlantic in the charismatic coastal town of Hout Bay is the perfect place to do it. Known locally as Cape Town’s hidden gem, Tintswalo Atlantic is a five-star boutique lodge that sits perched on a pebbled beach below Chapman’s Peak. Thereby boasting some of the most spectacular panoramic views. In addition to its unparalleled scenic beauty, this year they’re taking their festive season culinary creations a step further with a Christmas Eve dinner celebration you won’t soon forget. All we can say is, expect a truly grand affair for R1550 per adult (half price for children under the age of 12).
11. La Colombe
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Located at the beautiful Silvermist Wine Estate in Constantia, La Colombe has consistently received world-wide acclaim. It has positioned itself amongst the top restaurants in the world, making it a sought-after Cape Town restaurant that should be on your bucket-list. Thereby making it one of the top restaurants to enjoy an incredible Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town. Widely known as one of South Africa’s most iconic and internationally acclaimed fine dining establishments, La Colombe boasts a fusion of Asian and French cuisine. Known for their uncomplicated clean flavours created from only the freshest seasonal ingredients, every dish at La Colombe promises to be pristine and exceptional.
12. Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia
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The fact that Chefs Warehouse was rated by seven of the country’s top chefs as one of the best restaurants in the Mother City, makes it a top Cape Town restaurant for your Christmas Eve dinner. Offering guests a word-class dining experience, this sought-after Cape Town restaurant is all about keeping things fresh and fun both in the kitchen and out. Diners can expect to enjoy a vibrant seasonal and produce-driven menu that changes regularly. In addition to a thrilling menu, a relaxed atmosphere and chic interiors, this culinary gem also boasts one of the very best views in Cape Town over the Constantia Valley.
These 12 merry places for Christmas Eve dinner in Cape Town this 2019 promises to make your Christmas Eve celebration with friends and family one to remember. From vibrant festive atmospheres, exceptional food, indulgent dining experiences and spectacular views and scenery to go along with it, it truly makes for the ultimate Cape Town Christmas Eve dinner celebration.
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