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The Chefs Studio is a unique concept space located in the heart of Cape Town. We host interactive and experiential events for people who are as excited about what goes into creating a beautiful dish, as they are about eating it.

The Chefs Studio sees guests exploring their cooking abilities under the guidance of a professional chef, before sitting down to indulge in a feast for the senses; a multiple course meal which showcases the best that fine dining has to offer.

Featuring custom-built workstations equipped with the latest cooking technology from Siemens, a communal table for social dining, as well as an elegant private dining room, guests can indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience while soaking in the ambience of the Mother City.

Reviews (171)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.1
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.6
  • Jade d. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 23 Mar 24
    My friend and I had a wonderful time at the Chef's Studio, a big thank you to the host for making it so much fun & for the team for the great service!

  • Peter C. Dined: 1 month ago
    2.5
    Food 2.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 01 Mar 24
    This was intended to be a hands-on "Cooking in Paris" cookery class and demonstration. The start was over 30 minutes late and most of the advertised menu was prepared i.e. we didn't see how the dishes were prepared, let alone do them ourselves. The flavours of both starter dishes were on the bland side, with one ingredient being especially "bready". The onto an impromptu risotto preparation - not Parisienne, but interesting. Instructions were reasonable, but directions as to how to make ingredients was lacking - again some was pre-prepared. The main: sirloin steak (Parisienne??) was supposed to be the highlight. Pre-prepared components were not explained (truffle mouse, escargot butter) and the ratatouille method was rudimentary. Dessert was similarly ordinary. Unfortunately a rather underwhelming experience. What really soured the evening was the ludicrous wine prices - ridiculously overpriced, to the point of gouging. Do not recommend.

  • Heidi M. Dined: 2 months ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 31 Jan 24
    Hi, only negative was the air conditioning which wasnt working optimally at the time and it was a very hot day. Besides that, it was an amazing experience and I enjoyed hearing about and seeing how your chef makes stock. Thank you very much.

    The Chefs Studio responded on Tue 20 Feb 24:
    Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing experience overall. We apologize for any discomfort caused by the air conditioning not working optimally on a hot day. Your understanding is greatly appreciated. We're thrilled that you enjoyed learning about and seeing how our chef makes stock. Providing insights into our culinary processes is always a pleasure, and we're glad you found it enjoyable. Thank you for choosing to dine with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience in the future! If there's anything else we can do to enhance your next visit, please don't hesitate to let us know.

  • Nick S. Dined: 3 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 Dec 23
    Always love the chef studio - can't beat it. Brian was a star. Love Grub and Vine - 5 years old exactly. VIBE!

    The Chefs Studio responded on Tue 20 Feb 24:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your experiences at the Chef's Studio and that Brian provided excellent service. It means a lot to us that you love Grub and Vine and appreciate the vibe we strive to create. Celebrating our 5-year anniversary with you makes it even more special. We're grateful for your support and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional dining experiences in the future. Here's to many more years of delicious food and great vibes! Cheers!

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  • CVC Dined: 3 months ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 06 Dec 23 (Guest left no comment)

    The Chefs Studio responded on Tue 20 Feb 24:
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your experiences at the Chef's Studio. We're grateful for your support and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional dining experiences in the future. Cheers!

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  • Fourchem Pty Ltd Dined: 3 months ago
    2.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 02 Dec 23
    The food was fantastic but I left feeling like we had been conned. My guests ordered a glass of wine at the bar while we waited for the restaurant to get ready. Without consultation they were poured a R450 glass of wine. The wine served at dinner, without consultation was R995/bottle. Yes, I should have checked the prices beforehand but I was busy entertaining customers. To serve wine in that price range without consulting the customer is underhanded. Needless to say the bill was staggering and ruined the entire evening. Will not go back

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  • Veronique O. Dined: 4 months ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 20 Nov 23
    This is my 3rd event at Chef's studio and I've been disappointed by my last experience. We used to cook at least 2 dishes and only a minority was done by the restaurant, but now, it seems that we cook only one. We receive a recipe of another dish we don't cook, but nothing for the dish we learn to do. The menu and ingredients of the street Korean food are quit basic and not very fine dining, so it actually doesn't worth that price, and the 12% service charge for a cooking class was a bit over the top. It should be part of the cooking class package. Not sure I'll join again...

    The Chefs Studio responded on Wed 13 Dec 23:
    Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent experience at The Chef's Studio. We appreciate your candid insights and apologise for any disappointment you may have experienced. Your feedback is valuable, and we will review our approach to ensure that our interactive cooking experiences continue to offer a diverse and enriching experience for our guests. We sincerely regret that your recent experience did not meet the standards you've come to expect from The Chef's Studio. Your insights will help us make necessary improvements, and we would love to discuss your feedback further. If you are open to it, please reach out to us directly. Thank you for your continued support and for providing valuable feedback. We hope to address your concerns and welcome you back in the future. Best regards, The Chef's Studio team

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  • Nikita C. Dined: 6 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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  • Robert A. Dined: 8 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Jul 23
    The whole experience was lovely! It is a nice touch sitting down at a communal table and chatting with others who joined the class and having a group dinner with new people. The only thing that would have made the experience more interesting is if guests were able to be more involved in the guest cooking portion, as most of the work was already done for us. Totally understand that it is difficult given the amount of time available, and that some guests may prefer fewer things to do, but it would make those of us that love cooking feel like we are more involved. Still a fantastic experience that I will recommend and definitely take part in again.

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