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CAUSE | EFFECT Cocktail Kitchen V&A Waterfront

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Location Pointer The Rocket Shed, 280 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.5
(42 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • WiFi

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CAUSE | EFFECT is a vibrant ode to the stunning natural beauty of Cape Town, drawing inspiration from the region’s oceans, mountains, fynbos, and vineyards. Our cocktails are not just drinks—they are immersive experiences designed to be seen, touched, smelled, and savoured.

Driven by creativity, our seasonally evolving menu showcases local ingredients and inventive techniques. From fynbos-infused Vermouth to meticulously crafted brandy-based cocktails, each drink tells a story of South Africa’s rich landscape and heritage.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 09h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 09h00 - 22h00

Specials

Pizza Tuesday

Come and enjoy any Pizza at only R89 each! Available for eat-in only.

  • 24 Apr - 31 Aug
  • Tuesday only: All day
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 24 Apr 2025

Cocktails with a Cause – A Collaboration by The Test Kitchen Fledgelings & CAUSE | EFFECT Cocktail K

Two of Cape Towns culinary and cocktail greats, chef Luke Dale Roberts and cocktail innovator Kurt Schlechter, are teaming up this August for two unforgettable evenings celebrating mentorship, creativity, and flavour. Guests will enjoy expertly crafted dishes paired with world-class cocktails, while supporting the training and development of the next generation of hospitality talent. The Fledgelings team will be shaking things up under the guidance of the award-winning CAUSE | EFFECT team, promising a night of innovation, learning, and pure indulgence. R100 Deposit Per person. Seats are limited – book now for your citys most inspiring night out!

  • Fri, 29 Aug
  • Friday only: 18:30 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 13 Aug 2025

Seafood Platter for 2

Come and enjoy a seafood platter for 2 at just R499.

  • 18 Aug - 31 Dec
  • Everyday: 11:30 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 18 Aug 2025

Bottomless Mimosas

Enjoy bottomless Mimosas for only R99 when ordering any breakfast.

  • 19 Aug - 31 Dec
  • Mon-Thu: 10:00 - 12:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 19 Aug 2025

Bottomless Mimosas

Enjoy bottomless Mimosas for only R99 when ordering any breakfast.

  • 19 Aug - 31 Dec
  • Fri-Sun: 09:00 - 11:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 19 Aug 2025

Reviews (42)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.4
Value 4.4
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.6
  • Candice H. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Patric Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 19 Aug 25
    Great experience!

  • Yazeed Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 Aug 25
    It was great actually. Our waiter was very attentive but they also weren’t very busy on the day. Best grilled fish i’ve ever had !!!

  • Rene Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 Aug 25
    Awesome

  • Zuhayr N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Sid J. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 16 Aug 25
    We had an amazing experience from food to drinks to customer service.

  • Amanda Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Rebekah N. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 12 Aug 25
    I was underwhelmed. This place had great hype but sadly didn’t live up to expectations - the cocktails were ok, but my husband’s was quite watery and my second one tasted like an average punch. The decor is fine but again nothing special. For Cape Town it was on the pricier side and I definitely expected better quality. Was surprised to see that this place almost made the top 50 bars in the world.

  • Chad Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 Aug 25
    The food! The vibe! The service! Was just EVERYTHING! Thank you Christo and Angela!

  • Ashwin K. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 09 Aug 25
    The food and drinks was devine, we had a lovely time. Thank You

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