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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
(2024 reviews)
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Favourite

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 (2024)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • Paddy Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 12 Apr 26
    Absolutely fantastic evening. Mpo was host supreme, our waitress was amazing. God great. Everyone made my wife and I feel extra special on our 45th wedding anniversary! Thank you all🫶🏼🌹

  • Kaylene Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 11 Apr 26
    Hi Derrick 😁 From Colin and behalf of beukes family it was amazing experience to visiting upper union restaurant and the warm welcome from Derrick and staff Wow that was amazing 👏 💫

  • Tiisetso M. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Johannes E. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 11 Apr 26
    We will be back for more...

  • Shirley F. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 11 Apr 26
    A memorable experience which exceeded expectations - top class and more! All staff were attentive without being intrusive - a rare treat these days 🤩💯

  • Vikki C. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 10 Apr 26
    The dishes we enjoyed most were the lamb and the fried chicken. The vegetables seemed to be slightly overdone and sometimes the use of sauces seemed excessive. They should augment rather than overwhelm. Unlike previous times at this restaurant service was a little slow-hopefully it was just an off day. Staff were friendly and welcoming and it appeared that there was a large group upstairs requiring attention.

  • Margi Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 09 Apr 26
    Overall very yummy. The paneer dish was the only thing that was underwhelming but everything else was delicious!

  • Lucy A. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Apr 26
    Stunning. Recommendation from some friends we met earlier in the trip. Wonderful food from locally sourced ingredients. Classy vibe and friendly but very attentive service. Just over £100 for 4 with wine. Incredible value.

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