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SPYCED is a unique Cape Malay Restaurant situated in the Silo District of the V&A Waterfront. It is a celebration of the discovery of the Spice Route around the cape and homage to the Cape culture and food.

Join a cooking class:
Immerse yourself in an interactive Cape Malay culinary adventure! Blend cultural storytelling with hands-on cooking as you pickle, fold samoosas, and explore spice blends. Enjoy a welcome drink and a three-course meal featuring your creations. Perfect for food lovers eager to discover Cape Malay flavours, history, and practical cooking skills. To book, classes run Monday to Saturday at 11h30.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h00 - 23h30
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 23h30
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 23h30
  • Thursday 11h00 - 23h30
  • Friday 11h00 - 23h30
  • Saturday 11h00 - 23h30
  • Sunday 11h00 - 23h30

Specials

Christmas Lunch Harvest Table at SPYCED

This festive season, celebrate Christmas the Cape way! Join us at SPYCED Restaurant for a Christmas lunch harvest table bursting with bold Cape Malay flavors, warming spices, and soulful hospitality. Expect a feast infused with cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, and more—capturing the joy of the holidays with every bite. Gather your loved ones, share stories, and enjoy the soulful sounds and spice-inspired dishes that celebrate Cape Towns vibrant heritage. R950pp + 12% service charge - Book now and add a little SPYCED magic to your Christmas!

  • Thu, 25 Dec
  • Thursday only: 12:30 - 17:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 30 Sep 2025

New Years Eve at SPYCED

Ring in 2025 the Cape way! Join us at SPYCED Restaurant for a modern African New Years celebration with a soulful blend of Cape Malay flavors and Cape Town Jazz. Your evening includes arrival bubbly, a preselected bottle of wine (per two guests), mineral water, and a 15-dish Cape Malay Feast, followed by a midnight snack and bubbly to toast under the fireworks. Enjoy live entertainment, stunning Waterfront views, and the warmth of Cape Towns vibrant spirit. R2,500 per person + 12% service charge Spaces are limited—book now for an unforgettable start to the New Year!

  • Wed, 31 Dec
  • Wednesday only: 19:30 - 23:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 30 Sep 2025

Reviews (367)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Kevin C. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 07 Nov 25
    Outstanding. Best in Africa. Thank you Kevin and Amy Foundation for getting us to go.

  • Harold D. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 07 Nov 25
    We had a reservation for four people. We arrived shortly before the drumming session started at 18:30. The ambiance was colorful and pleasant. The staff was busy preparing for the evening meal or should I say experience? We were greeted by Siphokazi who ended up being our server. She was very friendly and pleasant throughout our experience. Although she had more than one table to serve, we felt well Taken care of during our visit. The drumming session was lead by Zack, who did a wonderful job leading the guests through the beginning of the experience and really set the foundation for the buzzing atmosphere. The drumming was a tremendous experience that was a very positive and uplifting start to the evening. If you make a reservation, do not miss the drumming. We had several courses of cape cuisine brought to the table. A variety of different appetizers were introduced and served sometimes alone or paired. By the time we would finish one appetizer, the next would be on its way and introduced to us. The main meals were brought to us in the same fashion, although individually. The food was vibrant and interesting, especially for our international guests. At some Point later in the evening we were asked if we would Like To participate in making a Garam masala. We gladly accepted and followed Thando to the back corner of the restaurant for a private lesson in making Garam Masala. The making of Garam Masala was very informative. Thando took her time explaining the spices and how they were introduced into the spice mixture. Some spices were ground and roasted while others were simply introduced after roasting. The lesson was very interesting and we were given our spice mixture to take home with us. The Jazz band was such a wonderful back drop to the entire evening. Guests were asked if they were celebrating any events when they arrived and the band recognized birthdays and anniversaries at the end of the evening. If we could give 10 stars for the evening, we would do it!

  • Lorraine P. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 06 Nov 25
    Excellent experience

  • Anika D. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 06 Nov 25
    Absolutely loved this experience. The food was amazing and on top of that the entire evening is very interactive with the Jazz band and our wonderful waiter TT took great care of us. Also had the best Chia latte ever! Highly recommend SPYCED to everyone.

  • PASCALE M. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Charlotta S. Dined: 3 days ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 05 Nov 25
    Sorry to say it was very stressed and did not feel at all autentic african. The musicians where good but instead of jazz as promised it turned out to be something that you can expect at Gran Canaria…including a kind of line dance… Do over and do right…🙏.

  • David E. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Nov 25
    A really enjoyable evening. Great vibe and a tasty set menu of African food. Jazz music was nice and great audience participation. We found there wasn't any particular knock-out dish like we had the previous evening at the sister restaurant GOLD. Also, some of the dishes were a little lacking in "spice". Could have had more flavour. TT was our server and really looked after us well during the evening. Overall - recommended.

  • Sandile M. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 03 Nov 25
    An amazing waiter - Thato, was welcoming and great. The ambience, music and overall experience was good.

  • Teresia K. Dined: 6 days ago
    3.5
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Nov 25
    The food was not good, but everything else made up for it!!!!

  • Karen M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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