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The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town

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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi

The Sanctuary in Cape Town, located on lively Kloof Street at the foot of Table Mountain, offers a unique dining experience. With a focus on homely food elevated by a modern twist, the restaurant serves dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients. The added charm of a rooftop pool with stunning Table Mountain views makes The Sanctuary a perfect place to relax and enjoy South African cuisine while immersing yourself in the city’s atmosphere.

It’s the ideal spot for both locals and visitors seeking a memorable culinary journey in Cape Town.

Reviews (132)

4.3 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.3
Value 4.3
Service 4.3
Ambience 4.4
  • Dharma B. Dined: 2 days ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Bontle M. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Puseletso Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 27 Oct 24 (Guest left no comment)

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Mon 28 Oct 24:
    Hi Puseletso. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. We’re always eager to enhance our guests’ experiences, and your feedback about our service is invaluable. If you have any specific suggestions on how we can create a more seamless dining experience for you next time, please don’t hesitate to reach out directly—we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable meal! Warm regards, The Sanctuary Restaurant

  • Mzikita Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 27 Oct 24
    Will definitely come back. Loved the service

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Mon 28 Oct 24:
    Dear Mzikita, Thank you so much for your fantastic review. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed every aspect of your dining experience with us. Knowing that our team’s warm and welcoming service made your experience even more special truly means a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful meal soon. Warm regards, The Sanctuary Restaurant

  • Louis B. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 25 Oct 24
    The service staff at the restaurant are exceptional from the lady greeting you at the staircase and taking you to your table to the lady who cleared the table. The waitresses, all three of them were excellent. One of the best restaurant experiences we have had. Well done on appointing such great staff!

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Mon 28 Oct 24:
    Dear Louis. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable time and that our team provided you with the attentive service we strive for. We truly believe that exceptional service is at the heart of a memorable dining experience, and it’s rewarding to hear that our staff exceeded your expectations. We’re proud of our team and we'll be sure to pass on your compliments—they’ll be delighted to hear how much their efforts meant to you. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable dining experience! Best wishes, The Sanctuary Restaurant

  • Taimi D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 21 Oct 24
    10/10 minus nothing

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Tue 22 Oct 24:
    Dear Taimi. Wow, thank you so much for such an incredible review! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had a perfect 10/10 dining experience with us! Your kind words are truly motivating for our team, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another fantastic visit. Until next time, The Sanctuary Restaurant

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 21 Oct 24
    We had a creat experience, the place is so beautiful and the friendly staff.

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Tue 22 Oct 24:
    Dear Anna. We’re so pleased to hear that you had a wonderful dining experience with us. Our team takes great pride in providing friendly service, and it’s heartwarming to know their efforts made your visit extra special. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for more memorable moments! Warm regards, The Sanctuary Restaurant

  • Siyasamkela N. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.3
    Food 1.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Yamkelwa M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 13 Oct 24
    We all enjoyed with my friends and the service was professional and good thank you for hosting us

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Thu 17 Oct 24:
    Hi Yamkelwa. We’re thrilled to hear that you and your friends had such a great time with us and that our team made a positive impression, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments! Kind regards, The Sanctuary Restaurant

  • Alexandrea I. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 12 Oct 24 (Guest left no comment)

    The Sanctuary Restaurant - Cape Town responded on Thu 17 Oct 24:
    Dear Alexandrea, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We truly appreciate your feedback, especially regarding value, and we’re eager to hear any specific suggestions you might have. If you're open to discussing this further, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Our goal is to continually improve, and your insights are invaluable. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better dining experience! Warm regards, The Sanctuary Restaurant

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Opening Hours

  • Monday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 07h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 07h00 - 22h00

Fish and Chips Monday Special

Join us for lunch or dinner on a Monday and indulge in our classic Fish and Chips with a glass of house red or white wine for only R160 per person. Get ready to create memorable moments with us at the foot of Table Mountain. Bookings are essential.

  • 14 May - 31 Dec
  • Monday only: 12:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 14 May 2024

Build your own Pizza Tuesdays

Join us for lunch or dinner on a Tuesday and build your own Pizza with your choice of 3 delicious toppings for only R140. Get ready to create memorable moments with us at the foot of Table Mountain. Bookings are essential.

  • 14 May - 31 Dec
  • Tuesday only: 12:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 14 May 2024

Wednesday Special – Steak, Egg & Chips with a refreshing Draught

Join us for lunch or dinner on a Wednesday and savour our succulent Steak, Egg & Chips complimented by a refreshing Draught for only R300 per person. Get ready to create memorable moments with us at the foot of Table Mountain. Bookings are essential.

  • 14 May - 31 Dec
  • Wednesday only: 12:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 14 May 2024

Thursday Special – 2 Pastas & 2 glasses of house red or white wine

Join us for lunch or dinner on a Thursday and enjoy a pasta feast with your choice of 2 pasta dishes accompanied by 2 glasses of our house red or white wine for only R300. Get ready to create memorable moments with us at the foot of Table Mountain. Bookings are essential.

  • 14 May - 31 Dec
  • Thursday only: 12:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 14 May 2024

R200 Movie & Pasta for TWO- Thursday Special

Join us for lunch or dinner on a Thursday and enjoy a pasta feast with your choice of 2 pasta dishes following a movie at The Labia Theatre for only R200. Get ready to create memorable moments with us at the foot of Table Mountain. Bookings are essential.

  • 14 May - 31 Dec
  • Thursday only: 12:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 14 May 2024

Live Jazz Fridays

Join us every Friday night for an evening filled with delicious food, refreshing drinks, and live jazz music. Get ready to create memorable moments with us at the foot of Table Mountain. Bookings are essential.

  • 14 May - 31 Dec
  • Friday only: 19:00 - 22:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 14 May 2024