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La Colombe Constantia

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
Fine Dining French
Location Pointer Silvermist Wine Estate, Constantia Nek
4.8
(2736 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

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La Colombe is one of South Africas most iconic and internationally acclaimed fine dining establishments. Originally founded on the historic Constantia Uitsig wine estate, it relocated under new ownership to the picturesque Silvermist organic wine estate at the top of Constantia Nek, with breathtaking views overlooking the Constantia wine valley, False Bay and Hout Bay.

Chef Proprietor Scot Kirtons philosophy and approach lies in the fusion of Asian and French cuisine and the pursuit of excellence and perfection on each plate, resulting in numerous local and international awards.

The freshest seasonal produce, uncomplicated clean flavours and classical elegance are the essence of his inspiration and passion for food. Scots delivery of classic signature dishes and his endless array of sublime new inspirations form the mainstay of La Colombes Tasting Menu.

With impeccable service and an award-winning winelist, La Colombe is a truly unforgettable experience.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Regular swallows return for more than just another flutter of the legendary tuna in a tin at Silvermist Forest, Constantia. New and astonishing dishes illustrate why this world-class restaurant continues to clock up awards and accolades. Slick and sensational, it’s a murmuration of flavours—800 plates glide out of the kitchen during four hours of service under the wings of executive chef James Gaag.

The ‘dove nest’ starts the show with chef James’s favourite ingredient three ways—an ode to his mother who grows these Jerusalem artichokes. An artistic array of fresh ingredients, introduced tableside, indicates the backbone of the adventure. The charcuterie trolley is a feast of tastes and textures that, at first glance, belie the many months that have gone into perfecting each element in the restaurant’s innovation lab. From chickpea and lentil to salmon gravlax, KZN duck ham to Wagyu biltong with white onion mousse, it is clear how this innovative craftsman will always push the envelope. Components are spicy, techniques cutting edge, and every part of the produce journey is interrogated and honed.

The wine flights are impressive and popular. The clandestine cellar experience, led by passionate sommelier Michelle Erasmus, is a worthy addition. Guests leave their phones in a box before entering her enviable underground ‘office’. The silence and intimacy add to the intrigue as you witness her ability to pair a rare vintage with a veritable feast of flavours in one dish…smoked quail, foie gras, dried plum, truffle, and exotic mushrooms dovetail beautifully.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 13h45, 19h00 - 20h30

Reviews (2736)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.6
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.7
  • Peter D. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 Aug 25
    We had lunch at La Colombe, Cape Town on 17th August - one word - WOW! Each of the 10 courses was delicately prepared with precision when presented and the taste of each mouthful was full of amazing delicate senses. This is not only a restaurant of international reknown but takes the finest of everything and turns it into a gastronomic delight. One cannot rate La Colombe anything less than 10.

  • Sharon W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 Aug 25
    Thank you so much it was an extremely enjoyable afternoon. Each course was absolutely phenomenal. Well done to James and his team. Thank you Dani for making it even more special.

  • Eric L. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 Aug 25
    One of the best meals we’ve had the privilege to enjoy. Obviously extremely expensive by South African standards but the ambience, service, food quality and presentation were top notch!

  • Grace Y. Dined: 1 day ago
    1.3
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    As a “Top 50” restaurant, the evening was a master-class in how reputation can be torpedoed by indifferent service. Water glasses sat empty for eons; plates arrived in slow-motion, each course spaced a glacial fifteen minutes apart. From 19:30 to 21:30 we still hadn’t seen the main, and for a solid twenty-minute stretch no staff member appeared at all—yet the crumb-littered table somehow never got cleared. When I voiced concern, the reply was a sarcastic “How can I make you feel more comfortable?” seconds before the server flicked the collected breadcrumbs straight onto my bag. If the house can’t handle its volume, either hire and train more people or cut the number of tables—because right now it feels less fine-dining than food-court chaos.

  • Sue H. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    Everything and everyone at La Colombe was incredible. It was a once in a lifetime experience for my wife and I

  • Sarita B. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    I had a wonderful time . The food and the presentation were amazing . I Will put this restaurant on my top ten restaurants that I went .

  • Cynthia T. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    0.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    Chefs kiss

  • Belinda T. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    It doesn't get any better than this

  • Christian G. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    An extraordinary experience in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Great food, great time. See you soon!

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