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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
(2103 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

Specials

Womens Month Sunday Lunches

This August, Upper Unions Amori Burger and Reverie Social Tables Julia Hattingh are teaming up for four intimate Sunday lunches celebrating women in food and wine. Each 16-seat event features a five-course menu paired with wines poured by a guest female winemaker. Price - R1500

  • Sun, 23 Aug
  • Sunday only: 12:00 - 12:30
  • 1 - 16 pax
  • Last confirmed: 21 Jul 2026

Womens Month Sunday Lunches

This August, Upper Unions Amori Burger and Reverie Social Tables Julia Hattingh are teaming up for four intimate Sunday lunches celebrating women in food and wine. Each 16-seat event features a five-course menu paired with wines poured by a guest female winemaker. Price - R1500

  • Sun, 30 Aug
  • Sunday only: 12:00 - 12:30
  • 1 - 16 pax
  • Last confirmed: 21 Jul 2026

Reviews (2103)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.7
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.9
  • Pieter L. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Dr George C. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26
    I absolutely love the atmosphere and vibe at Upper Union — it’s stylish, relaxed and has such a great energy. The small-plates concept is fantastic, and the quality of the food is excellent. The only thing that would make the experience even better would be a little more guidance from the staff on how best to navigate and combine the menu. Other than that, a wonderful dining experience and definitely somewhere I’d return to! ✨

  • Bart V. Dined: 2 days ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26
    Wines to be served before meal is served to optimise taste

  • Gail S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 09 Aug 26
    Great experience, definitely will return!!

  • Charl B. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 08 Aug 26
    Fantastic food, every bite was a burst of enjoyment. Definitely the best value for money when it comes to quality and ambience.

  • Laura L. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Skylar I. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Aug 26
    Our server did not come to our table often and our drinks were empty most of our dinner

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  • Vonda W. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 03 Aug 26
    This is honestly one of our favourite places. Just beautiful on every level.

    1
  • Nicolas R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 29 Jul 26
    Very good service. Thaks for the attention

    1
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