Upper Union Restaurant

Upper Union is a shared, spice-route-inspired dining experience in the heart of Cape Town. Located within a heritage building in the bustling and eclectic Kloof Street neighbourhood, Upper Union offers a shared dining experience shaped by the flavours, spices and stories of South Africa, North Africa and the Middle East. Chefs Amori Burger and Jason Jonker run the pass, serving up a creative and elevated take on communal dining shaped by spice-route influences. In abundance. Freed from the boundaries of a single cuisine, Amori and Jason draw inspiration from South Africa, North Africa and the Middle East to craft a concise yet rebellious menu of indulgent dishes, divided into small plates and larger offerings. Guests may choose a pre-curated Chef’s Seasonal Menu or create their own sequence of plates – either way, a generous spread of flavour awaits. At the heart of it all is the pursuit of the perfect bite: hours of research, beautifully sourced produce, and bold yet balanced flavours that feel hearty in winter and vibrant in summer. Signature touches, like the warm, pull-apart kubaneh bread served with cream of the crop butter, set the tone for the feast to follow, while the menu’s continual evolution reflects the curiosity and camaraderie of the ‘Green House’ team. Explorers at heart and always chasing the next flavour discovery, the team shapes the menu not only through ingredients, but through close relationships with local farmers and the rhythm of the seasons. Dishes change often, ensuring there is always something new to savour and share.