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The Melting Pot

Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice Awards 2022
Asian/Oriental Breakfast Contemporary Fine Dining Fusion Tapas
Location Pointer 137 Waterkant St, De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.6
(822 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Pet Friendly
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50

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At The Melting Pot, food isn’t just a meal, it’s an adventure. Led by Chef John van Zyl, we bring bold, vibrant flavours to Cape Town from our kitchen in De Waterkant. Every dish tells a story from our travels, celebrating global inspiration, local ingredients, and a shared love of good food.

Opening Hours

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

Reviews (822)

4.6 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.7
  • Wendy B. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Mar 26
    Excellent food - outstanding. Simple menu but greta One of everything for 3 was plenty Chairs could be better though ! Not most comfortable

  • Cris R. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 06 Mar 26
    THE BEST EVER

  • Sphokazi B. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 04 Mar 26
    The food was absolutely fantastic! I can’t wait to come back so I can eat it all again :)

  • Jessica B. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Dylan J. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 01 Mar 26
    Always epic food and love the new spot! What a great location in the heart of the city.

  • Kerry S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 01 Mar 26
    Small.menu but great food, especially the cron and the fish tacos. Lovely setting on the pavement but such a pity that food is not served on the amazing rooftop too.

  • Rupesh K. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 28 Feb 26
    Unique setting, bold flavours and delicious vibes. The new location is fantastic.

  • Lina V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 27 Feb 26
    We enjoyed a wonderful evening. The food was excellent and the staff very friendly.

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