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The Waterside

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50
Contemporary Fine Dining
Location Pointer 2 Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
4.8
(2919 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 50
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

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The Waterside is the latest venture by The La Colombe Group, located on Pierhead at the V&A Waterfront. Headed by Roxy Mudie, serving both a reduced menu and tasting menu. Inside and outside seating is available

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Small and intimate, with striking views, Waterside in the Pierhead Building lives up to its name, with every seat embracing harbour views. It’s a special treat, rather than a special occasion. Summer allows for dining on the deck, where the background bustle adds to the appeal
for local and international diners.

Head chef Roxanne Mudie’s flavour profiles can be coined “East Meets East,” or daring meets well executed. Her inspiration is deeply rooted in her passion for Asian cuisine, which she has cleverly integrated into a single menu that is as creative as it is brave. From the first bite of bread, you’ll be entranced. The menu boasts standout dishes like Asian pork belly with scallops, corn, peanuts, and Szechuan, artfully plated. The crayfish dumpling with pickled kohlrabi and dashi broth is a winner.

The presentation is impeccable, where each dish is a testament to meticulous attention to detail. The impressive wine list showcases mainly South African selections, with a choice of a standard or iconic pairing. Confident staff navigate the tables with ease. The team, led by manager Van Zyl Van der Merwe, is knowledgeable, display a real sense of ownership, and their energy is infectious. Here high expectations are exceeded.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 16h00 - 18h00 - 22h00

Reviews (2919)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.6
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.7
  • Nicola W. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Jun 25
    Still my favourite restaurant in Cape Town for years now. The beautiful restaurant which sits on the waterfront harbour at the waterside has never taken a step wrong with me. Excellent service, excellent food and excellent wine pairings. If you can squeeze the wallet a little more I can say the Iconic wine pairing is actually value for money and again excellent

  • Ashleigh F. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Jun 25
    We had a fantastic time. The food was exceptional, we felt that the chefs paid great attention to details and the textures were front and center. 10/10 stars if it was possible!

  • Caroline S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Jun 25
    This was one of the most amazing food experiences we have had in a long time. Everything was superb. The flavour of the food had both fantastic depth and balance. The presentation was exquisite.

  • Brenda K. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Jun 25
    overall great experience

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Jun 25
    Absolutely the best fine dining experience we have ever had. The flavours and presentation were mind blowing. Would definitely recommend to anyone who appreciates fine dining

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Jun 25
    The winter lunch menu was awesome

  • Penny F. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 14 Jun 25
    We had an awesome evening - thank you!

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Jun 25
    One of the best dining experiences of my life. The wine pairing is a must.

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