Here are 20+ top restaurants in Cape Town and the Winelands serving up their 2025 winter specials that are worth braving the cold air for.
Winter specials 2026: The set menus, steals and seasonal feasts to book this winter
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Category: Experiences
The top-rated steakhouses in South Africa
Discover the 40+ best steakhouses in South Africa, rated by thousands of diners on Dineplan. Enjoy perfectly flame-grilled cuts of meat paired with decadent sauces and sides.
Your winter guide to the V&A Waterfront
Cosy dining, family adventures, special events and more – discover why winter is the perfect time to visit the V&A Waterfront.
Stellenbosch travel guide: Why one night isn’t enough
Discover Stellenbosch in winter, where cosy wine estates, scenic landscapes, and slower travel moments reveal why one night in the Winelands isn’t enough.
Father’s Day: The best specials & events to book for Dad (2026)
From fireside lunches to braai feasts and gin distilling experiences – book the best Father’s Day specials and events across South Africa on Dineplan.
Nine restaurants. One very good reason to visit Franschhoek this winter.
Franschhoek’s beloved winter initiative, EAT SLEEP DRINK, is back from 20 July – 11 August 2025. Experience the best of Franschhoek’s food and wine scene – at discounted winter rates.
Fire & table: A guide to the finest fireside dining
The Dineplan guide to fireside dining – 26 restaurants across Cape Town, the Winelands, and Johannesburg, where the fire is always lit and the food is comforting.
Must-have reservations in May
New restaurants, must-book events and a farewell dinner you can’t miss – your essential Cape Town and Johannesburg reservations for May 2026.
Mother’s Day: Restaurants offering something special for Mom
Find the best Mother’s Day restaurant specials across the country and book online with Dineplan. Treat your mom to a delicious meal this Mother’s Day!
From Still Bay to Plett: A food lover’s guide to the Garden Route
Explore the Garden Route’s dining scene with the ultimate food lover’s guide. From Still Bay to Plett, Knysna and George here’s our list of highly-rated restaurants along the route.
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