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Reverie Social Table

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20
Contemporary South African
Location Pointer 226A Lower Main Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
4.9
(668 reviews)
RRR+
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  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20

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Reverie Social Table is proudly South African table d'hôte style eatery located in the quirky neighborhood of Observatory, Cape Town with a focus on social dining.

Each evening, chef patron Julia Hattingh welcomes guests to sit around her bespoke 18-seater table to enjoy a five-course meal exclusively created for them, and accompanied by carefully selected wines.

Guests are encouraged to put away their cell phones and engage with one another. Perfect for those who love food, wine and great company.

Chef Julia's contemporary style is strongly influenced by the chefs that have mentored her throughout her career, respect for the food she works with, her vast travels and her home town of Cape Town with its myriad of cultures and culinary heritage.

Images by Chase Edmonds @itsmechase_

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h30 - 23h30
  • Wednesday 18h30 - 23h30
  • Thursday 18h30 - 23h30
  • Friday 18h30 - 23h30
  • Saturday 18h30 - 23h30
  • Sunday CLOSED

Specials

Womens Month Sunday Lunch Collab

This August, Upper Union and Reverie Social Table present a Womens Month lunch series celebrating the women behind some of South Africas most exciting food and wine experiences. Hosted by chefs Amori Burger and Julia Hattingh, each lunch features a collaborative menu, paired wines and conversations with the women who craft them. Sunday, 2nd with Olifantsberg Wines. R1500 pp

  • Sun, 2 Aug
  • Sunday only: 12:30:00 only
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 1 Jul 2026

Womens Month Sunday Lunch Collab

This August, Upper Union and Reverie Social Table present a Womens Month lunch series celebrating the women behind some of South Africas most exciting food and wine experiences. Hosted by chefs Amori Burger and Julia Hattingh, each lunch features a collaborative menu, paired wines and conversations with the women who craft them. Sunday, 9th with Raar/Kasteelberg wines. R1500 pp

  • Sun, 9 Aug
  • Sunday only: 12:30:00 only
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 1 Jul 2026

Reviews (668)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.9
Service 5.0
Ambience 5.0
  • Thomas F. Dined: 5 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 06 Feb 26
    Such a great evening!

    Reverie Social Table responded on Mon 13 Jul 26:
    Hello Thomas, Thank you so much for taking the time to rate your experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to our Social Table, next time for a Full 5star experience :) Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie Team.

  • Jeannine S. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 14 Jun 26
    ALWAYS plan my trip to Cape Town so I can dine at Reverie Social Table. It is an amazing dining experience with an international group of dining guests making a most memorable culinary, wine pairing, and fascinating conversations. Not to be missed!!!

    Reverie Social Table responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hello Jeannine, Thank you for the great review! It is always a pleasure having you dine with us and we can't wait to welcome you back again. Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie team xx

  • Tamish J. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 14 Jun 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Reverie Social Table responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hello Tamish, Thank you for taking the time out to give this great rating! We look forward to welcoming you back the next time you're in town :) Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie team n

  • Doug L. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 14 Jun 26
    We had a wonderful dinner in a unique setting where they serve locally sourced food in a family-style atmosphere. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the company was great. What more could you ask for?

    Reverie Social Table responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hi Doug, Thank you for taking the time to write this great review! It was a pleasure hosting you and Di and we look forward to welcoming you back again. Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie team

  • Gerald A. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 13 Jun 26
    The food and company was incredible. Julia was and incredible host and the atmosphere was very homely. What a great night out

    Reverie Social Table responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hello Gerald, Thank you for the great review! Supporters since the very beginning :) It was great hosting you, Theo and your lovely family for your Dad's birthday. Look forward to the next time! Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie team.

  • Colleen S. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 11 Jun 26
    Thank you for the unique fantastic experience, Chef Julia and Team.

    Reverie Social Table responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hello Colleen, Thank you for the great rating and review. It was an absolute pleasure hosting your Donor Appreciation event for SA Guide Dog Association and we even had the pleasure of a couple of your furry family join us! We look forward to welcoming you back again. Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie team.

  • M W. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 10 Jun 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Reverie Social Table responded on Tue 16 Jun 26:
    Hi Michael, Thank you for taking the time to rate us! We love our solo diners and look forward to welcoming you back again. Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie team

  • Greg A. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 03 Jun 26
    Incredible, fresh, seasonal dinner with excellent wine pairings.

    Reverie Social Table responded on Mon 08 Jun 26:
    Hi Greg, Thank you so much for joining us again! You and Andrew have supported us from the beginning and it is always a treat having you here.

  • Axelle B. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 04 Jun 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Reverie Social Table responded on Mon 08 Jun 26:
    Thank you for the great rating! We look forward to welcoming you back to our social table :) Warm regards, Julia and the Reverie Team.

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