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Upper Union Restaurant

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Contemporary Fusion International Seafood Tapas
Location Pointer 3 Upper Union St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
4.8
(2092 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100

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Curated for the curious and creative… Upper Union opened its doors in the Kloof Street Neighbourhood.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

It’s the talk of the town. Set in a beautiful heritage building on, you guessed it, Upper Union Street, chef Amori Burger has firmly cemented herself on the Cape culinary landscape since opening. The stylish green interiors offer myriad cosy corners where you can enjoy convivial dining under twinkling chandeliers—an ambience that paves the way for an unforgettable food-and-drinks ride.

Sit indoors, outdoors, upstairs, or down to enjoy some zesty cocktails composed by master mixologists. The wine list reflects local, smallscale, and boutique wines. Unsure of what to order? Trust the serving team to cover your table with an array of truly delectable dishes. The
menu is divided into small plates or a shared menu of either ‘pasture’ or ‘garden’, both starting with a hot bread course that warns you of chef Amori’s heartfelt sense of generosity. Creative and curious, she loves connecting with equally insatiable guests as they comment with
delight on her dishes. Favourites include the beef picanha with Fati blommaki and nasturtium chimichurri, the Puglia burrata with fennel jam, prosciutto, Dijon, and sesame flatbread, and the salt-baked beetroot, but there’s always something new and novel. She crafts her own paneer, pickles, and dressings with zeal. Her latest lamb dish with kapokbos chermoula, red pimento, and parsnip purrée is a must-try. Be sure to keep space for desserts and cheese.

Upper Union epitomises convivial, upper-class dining–stellar food served without unnecessary fuss.

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 (2092)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • Mangklarat M. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 12 Jul 26
    That was a wonderful experience. We were able to reschedule our reservation due to a flight delay. The staff were very attentive. They explained the ingredients of each dish. We didn't have to wait long for our food. The cocktails were also good. We were very satisfied.

  • Brenda M. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 08 Jul 26
    The food as always, delicious and of excellent quality. Highlights were the Burrata, red cabbage and southern fried chicken small plates. The dessert (jalebi, pestachio gelato) was sublime. Highly recommended spot to properly celebrate a special occasion. Service a bit slower than ideal, but attentive and friendly when eye contact made.

  • Kima H. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Jul 26
    Loved the food and presentation!!

  • Michael P. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value N/A
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Jul 26
    Stunning all-around: food, service, ambiance, and décor.

  • Banje Dined: 1 week ago
    1
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 05 Jul 26
    Your service was really bad I'm not coming back

    Upper Union Restaurant responded on Tue 07 Jul 26:
    Hi Banje, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience with our service at Upper Union Restaurant fell short of expectations. This is not the standard we aim to provide, and we take your comments seriously. We would appreciate the chance to learn more and make things right if you are open to it. Please contact me via jason@upperunion.co.za would like to find out where we fell short. Jason

  • Brian & Pamela Smith N. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 26 Jun 26
    Our guests had a wonderful experience at Upper Union. Thank you to the team for their excellent hospitality.

  • Marti D. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Veronique O. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 24 Jun 26
    This is my second visit at Upper Union, and I am still blown away by the quality of service and the menu. My first time was just after they opened, a Sunday lunch on a summery day on the stoep. This time, a winter dinner by the fire. The atmosphere was great, the service super professional (from the receptionist to the waiter and Manager). The food was creative... You obviously need explanations when you read the menu, but the staff know their products and can describe each dish very well. That was much appreciated. Even though it is called small plates, it was not that small, and I had more than enough. Fine flavours, great combinations, definitely creative. Another perfect experience at Upper Union.

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