Food, Wine and Warm Summer Skies: 10 Open-Air Restaurants

Make the most of Cape Town's warm summer nights by spending your evenings dining outside

Cape Town's scenic beauty provides visitors with a multitude of Kodak moments. That's why it's best not to waste away your holiday indoors. We have compiled a list of 10 of our favourite open-air restaurants - giving you ample opportunity to spend your evenings dining underneath the starry sky. Pair this experience with pre-dinner drinks at our recommended sundowner spots.

Pepenero Restaurant & Bar:
This swanky seaside restaurant (brought to you by the owners of Antique & Paranga) opened its doors in December, and is set to become the place to see-and-be-seen for Cape Town's high flyers. Where? Beach Road, Mouille Point.

Recommended sundowner spot: Wafu Bar

Sandbar:
Enjoy an affordable light dinner at this prominent sundowner spot, while watching the sun set over Camps Bay beach. Where? Shop 2A, The Promenade, Camps Bay.

Recommended sundowner spot: The Sandbar

Andiamo:
Situated in the trendy Cape Quarter in Green Point, Andiamo caters for breakfast, lunch and supper, cocktails and drinks. Warm in winter, cool and refreshing in summer, Andiamo boasts plenty of well protected outside seating for those long hours spent relaxing with friends. Where? Cape Quarter, 72 Waterkant Street, Green Point.

Recommended sundowner spot: Alba Lounge

Asoka:
Nestled within an elegant Victorian Town House Asoka is a sophisticated and intimate open air lounge that maximizes comfort and relaxation. An olive tree thrives in the open-air courtyard where Feng Shui design principals create a mystical ambiance. Their mouth watering cocktails and delicious Tapas menu, make Asoka the perfect setting for all occasions. Where? 68 Kloof Street Gardens.

Recommended sundowner spot: Table Mountain

Caveau Wine Bar and Deli:
Caveau prides itself on being stylish and up-market yet unpretentious and affordable. The menu has have been designed to compliment the extensive list of wines on offer. Heritage Square, 92 Bree Street.

Recommended sundowner spot: Tobago's

Belthazar:
This up-market V&A Waterfront restaurant Belthazar grill and wine bar, with views of Table Bay harbour and Table Mountain, prides itself on its extensive wine-by-the-glass menu. Where: Shop 153, V&A Waterfront.

Recommended sundowner spot: Bascule Bar

Lola's Cafe: This legendary sidewalk cafe on Longstreet is renowned for its eclectic artsy vibe and delicious vegetarian food. Where? 228 Long Street.

Recommended sundowner spot: Upstairs at Royale

Cafe Paradiso:
This Kloof Street institution is renowned for its laid-back Tuscan charm. Have dinner in the comfortable fairytale garden. Where? 110 Kloof Street, Gardens.

Recommended sundowner spot: Lion's head

Harbour House:
This scenic gem boasts breathtaking ocean views. Dine on the sundeck to the sound of the waves breaking on the rocks. Where? Kalkbay harbour (off Main Road), Kalkbay.

Recommended sundowner spot: The Polana

Quay Four Tavern:
Where shiny seals play hide and seek and the seagulls wheel joyously through salty air, you'll find Cape Towns legendary Quay Four. One of the oldest restaurants on the V&A Waterfront and now a famous landmark. The terrace of the world-renowned downstairs tavern seats 360 people, and is a great place to meet, eat and sip beer as the sun sets. Where? Quay 4, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town.

Recommended sundowner spot: The Waiting Room.

Cape Town is brushed with the most beautiful, most luxurious and most laid backed restaurants in the country  so to miss out would be a crime.

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