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Upper Union Restaurant

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 100
Contemporary Fine Dining Fusion International Seafood Tapas Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
3 Upper Union St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
(1832 reviews)
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Attributes

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

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.

Reviews (1832)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Vanessa F. Dined: 2 days ago
    4
    Food 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Michael and Francoise Marfoglia N. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Archie K. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Dora B. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 24 Apr 25
    amazing as always!

  • Penny Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 24 Apr 25
    Lovely meal. Great service

  • Ilonja G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 23 Apr 25
    My guests and I chose to order the small plated food selection instead of the set menu. Each plate was a taste sensation and I would highly recommend you try it. We ordered 2 of everything which was plenty for 8 of us. The service was outstanding too. Thank you for making my birthday celebration so special.

  • Karin D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 22 Apr 25
    An excellent experience - everything was perfect!

  • Romain T. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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Opening Hours

  • Monday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 11h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday 11h30 - 22h00