While February’s restaurant scene is all about Valentine’s Day specials, you also need to check out these 10 new and noteworthy restaurants in Cape Town and Johannesburg.

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While February’s restaurant scene is all about Valentine’s Day specials, you also need to check out these 10 new and noteworthy restaurants in Cape Town and Johannesburg.
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!
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!
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.
Discover 10 buzz-worthy new restaurants across Cape Town, Winelands, Joburg, Centurion & Durban. Book on the Dineplan app so you don’t miss these must-visit spots!
The Pot Luck Club is relocating to The Peech Hotel in Melrose, Johannesburg. From January 2025, enjoy their Asian-inspired small plates in a stunning new setting.
Meet the new faces of Brookdale Estates’ winemaking team: Xander Sadie and Shanice du Preez who are set to bring bold, innovative wines to South African wine lovers.
Explore the latest new restaurants opening this summer, from a Wes Anderson-inspired bar in Cape Town to resort-style dining in Ballito and afternoon tea in Joburg!
Enjoy a classic afternoon tea from Palm Terrace at Palm House Boutique Hotel and Spa in Cape Town. Savour local flavours, pastries, and sparkling wine in a serene garden setting.
Celebrate Salsify at The Roundhouse’s 6th anniversary in Cape Town with a new summer menu, featuring fresh, innovative dishes by chefs Ryan Cole and Nina du Toit.
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