From intimate, curated experiences to bold local flavours and interesting wine lists, see what’s shaping the South African dining scene.
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Author: Dineplan
Ouzeri’s debut on the 50 Best Discovery list
Discover Ouzeri in Cape Town, a top Cypriot-Greek restaurant on Wale Street, now part of the 50 Best Discovery collection. Enjoy authentic Mediterranean flavours with a modern twist.
Upper Union: A new wine pairing menu
Upper Union in Cape Town launches its first wine pairing menu, expertly curated to complement Chef Amori Burger sharing experience. A must-try for food and wine lovers.
Seebamboes: Cape Town’s exciting new take on surf and turf
Seebamboes, Cape Town’s newest restaurant, reimagines surf and turf with seasonal, land-and-sea flavours. Expect an ever-changing tasting menu, offbeat wines, and a cosy 16-seater experience.
Top 15 most-booked restaurants on the Dineplan app in 2024
Discover the top 15 most-booked restaurants on Dineplan in Durban, Cape Town, and Johannesburg, with over 43,000 bookings made via our app last year!
Top 20 most favourited restaurants on the Dineplan app
These 20 restaurants top the charts as the most favourited spots on the Dineplan app. Get some inspiration for your next meal out.
La Motte reimagined: Franschhoek’s historic gem gets a makeover
Discover the newly reimagined La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek. Explore its modern dining, farm-fresh offerings, creative spaces, and award-winning wines. A must-visit gem in South Africa!
Join Kobus Botha for his Saldanha seafood pop-up this summer
This December and January acclaimed chef, Kobus Botha, is opening an ocean-inspired pop-up restaurant in Saldanha. Enjoy fine wines from the Saldanha Wine and Spirit Company in a picturesque seaside setting.
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