Summary: Urban Umami in Century City, Cape Town is serving an Asian Flavours 3-Course Experience for R345 per person during Restaurant Week South Africa 2026. Available for lunch and dinner until 1 November 2026, the menu offers a choice of small plate, main and dessert, including Tuna Tataki, Kingklip, Teriyaki Lamb Loin, Tamarind-Marinated Tofu, Honey Parfait and Black Forest Cake. Book your table now!
What is happening at Urban Umami for Restaurant Week?
Restaurant Week South Africa is bringing a generous helping of Asian-inspired flavour to Urban Umami in Century City, Cape Town, with an Asian Flavours 3-Course Experience priced at R345 per person.
From 25 September to 1 November 2026, more than 200 of South Africa’s restaurants will be serving exclusive Restaurant Week menus.
- Two-course lunches start from R195 and three-course dinners from R295, with each participating restaurant setting its own menu price. At Urban Umami, the three-course experience is R345. Bookings can be made via https://restaurantweek.co.za, with VIP bookings opening from 14 September 2026.
Available for lunch and dinner, the Urban Umami menu combines local ingredients with oriental flavours, bringing together dishes that range from Tuna Tataki and Pulled Chicken Bao to Kingklip, Teriyaki Lamb Loin and Tamarind-Marinated Tofu.
- The first course is a choice of one Small Plate. Tuna Tataki comes with avocado mousse, ponzu pearls and sesame tuile, while Pulled Chicken Bao is served with apple slaw and chilli caramel. The vegetarian option, Miso-Glazed King Oyster Mushrooms, combines edamame purée and toasted walnuts.
- For the main course, Kingklip is served as a light coconut kingklip curry with a jasmine rice cake, pickled cucumber and curry leaf oil. Lamb Loin takes a more Japanese-inspired route with teriyaki lamb loin, pickled beetroot, saffron-grilled potato and sautéed baby carrots. Vegetarians can opt for Tamarind-Marinated Tofu, served with seared tamarind-marinated tofu, sesame glass noodles and pickled cucumber.
- Dessert keeps the Asian influence going. Honey Parfait combines honey parfait with sake-infused curd, sesame brittle, citrus salsa and honeycomb. The alternative is Black Forest Cake, with layers of rich chocolate sponge cake, whipped cream and yuzu-pickled cherries, finished with chocolate shavings and cherry ice cream.
Urban Umami is bringing a fusion of South African and Asian flavours, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The Century City restaurant offers small plates, mains and desserts, with its menu designed to cater to a range of tastes. Book your table now!
Quick details
- Venue: Urban Umami
- Location: Century City, Cape Town
- Experience: Asian Flavours 3-Course Experience
- Price: R345 per person
- Available: Lunch and dinner
- Restaurant Week: 25 September to 1 November 2026
- Valid until: 1 November 2026
- VIP bookings: From 14 September 2026
- Booking: https://restaurantweek.co.za
FAQs
How much does the Urban Umami Restaurant Week experience cost?
The Asian Flavours 3-Course Experience costs R345 per person.
What is included in the three-course menu?
Guests choose one Small Plate, one Main and one Dessert.
What are the Small Plate choices?
Tuna Tataki, Pulled Chicken Bao or Miso-Glazed King Oyster Mushrooms.
What mains are available?
Kingklip, Lamb Loin or Tamarind-Marinated Tofu.
What desserts can guests choose from?
Honey Parfait or Black Forest Cake.
Is there a vegetarian option?
Yes. The Miso-Glazed King Oyster Mushrooms and Tamarind-Marinated Tofu are marked as suitable for vegetarians.
Is the menu available for lunch and dinner?
Yes. The Restaurant Week menu is available for lunch and dinner.
When is the offer valid?
The deal is valid until 1 November 2026.
Where is Urban Umami located?
Urban Umami is located in Century City, Cape Town.
How can guests book?
Bookings can be made via https://restaurantweek.co.za
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