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Terrarium by Chef Chris Erasmus is an edgy fine-dining restaurant, nestled in the Queen Victoria Hotel. Founded on a farm to table ethos, focusing on seasonal, hyperlocal ingredients infused with creativity and innovation, diners can choose from an eight-course Fauna or Flora menu or Small Plates bar menu. Making use of various cooking methods and indigenous ingredients, Terrarium is a contemporary spin on sustainable dining in the urban landscape.

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Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Saturday 12h00 - 21h30
  • Sunday 12h00 - 21h30

Reviews (126)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.2
  • Vincent H. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 13 Nov 25
    The food was delicious and the service exceptional especially our waiter Tino. We will definitely go back as soon as we are back in South Africa

  • Sophie B. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 13 Nov 25
    We had an incredible meal here on the first night of our trip to Cape Town. Would highly recommend!

  • Mark S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 08 Nov 25
    The food preparation is a work of art. Our server was so incredibly knowledgeable about the way the plates were prepared. I enjoyed every course. This is one of my Most memorable meals ever.

  • Mrs Gabriel M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andrew Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Nov 25
    Thank you for your hospitality and making us feel very welcomed , most especially the ladies staff where very accommodating and lovely.

  • Leontien D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 03 Nov 25
    We had a fabulous 8-course dinner. The food and presentation where impaccable.Also the service. It was our second dinner experience at Terrarium and we will definitely come back.

  • Hayley S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    1.5
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Nov 25
    The food was cold, the flavours were unbalanced and overly salty. The wine was ridiculously overpriced. The table setting was similar to a cafeteria and not what one would expect from a fine dining restaurant. Overall it was very disappointing and I would not recommend it to anyone.

  • Elaine Denise S. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 0.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 29 Oct 25
    Very much enjoyed the experience: very agreeable decor, very professional service, melt on the tongue and delicious, well presented dishes.

  • Puke M. Dined: 1 month ago
    1
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Oct 25
    Really disappointed with the restaurant. Generous portions. That’s it. My partner had the lamb. The plate was filled with some cream stuff. Stay away from it. Service below par. My table was left dirty for a long time. Will not be going back .

  • Kate W. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 21 Oct 25
    The food was an amazing surprise, every plate was beautifully creative and elegantly presented. Thank you for a wonderful evening

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