Summary: Live music Cape Town restaurants include venues offering jazz, acoustic performances, singer-songwriters, bands, DJs and themed music nights alongside dinner and drinks. Popular areas include the City Bowl, V&A Waterfront, Sea Point, Hout Bay and the Southern Suburbs. Music schedules vary by venue, so diners should confirm performance times, booking requirements and any cover charges before visiting.
Looking for the best live music Cape Town restaurants have to offer? Cape Town’s dining scene is not only about great food and wine. Across the city, restaurants, bars and hotel venues regularly combine their menus with live performances, creating an easy way to turn dinner into a full evening out. From acoustic sets and jazz to singer-songwriters, DJs, cover bands and laid-back Sunday sessions, restaurants with live music in Cape Town offer something for a wide range of moods. Some venues focus on intimate performances during dinner, while others create a more energetic atmosphere later in the evening. Popular areas for live music Cape Town restaurants include the City Bowl, Kloof Street, Bree Street, the V&A Waterfront, Sea Point, Hout Bay, the Southern Suburbs and parts of the Northern Suburbs. The style of music can differ just as much as the food, with everything from contemporary local acts and jazz to classic hits, acoustic covers and themed entertainment nights.
Live music can make a restaurant especially appealing for date nights, birthday dinners, group outings or relaxed weekend plans. Instead of choosing between dinner and entertainment, diners can enjoy both in the same place, often with cocktails, wine or sharing plates adding to the experience. Some restaurants offer live music on specific nights of the week, while others host performances as part of special events, Sunday lunches, sunset sessions or seasonal programmes. Hotel restaurants and rooftop venues may also combine live entertainment with views over the city or Atlantic Seaboard, making them popular for sundowners followed by dinner.
The best option depends on the kind of evening you are looking for. A casual acoustic set may suit a relaxed dinner, while a lively band or DJ can be better for groups wanting to stay out later. Jazz evenings and more intimate performances are also popular for diners looking for a quieter, more atmospheric night out. Many Cape Town restaurants with live music also run food or drink promotions alongside their entertainment. These may include happy-hour cocktails, set menus, sharing platters, wine specials or dinner packages linked to a particular performance. Because live entertainment schedules can change from week to week, it is always worth checking the latest programme before visiting. Start times, cover charges and booking requirements can vary, and some performances may only run on selected dates.
Popular live music venues can also fill up quickly, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings, so reservations are recommended where possible. Browse the latest live music Cape Town restaurants below to discover upcoming performances, regular music nights and restaurant events across the city.
Live Music paired with great wine and comfort food. On the evening of Friday, 28 May, Clos Malverne will light the fire, set the mood and gear up for a magical performance by talented, story- telling vocal artist VALIANT SWART. Join Clos Malverne for a cosy evening of Live Music, comfort food and excellent wines! […] More
Enjoy great live music at Benguela Cove. Ard Matthews will be performing live in collaboration with Nomad Gigs and Smile FM. Get your tickets now. GET TICKETS! Being Ard Matthews Singer, songwriter, and front man of Transport & Shuttles Available South African multi-platinum selling band Just Jinjer, ARD Matthews has been a household name and personality locally […] More
Join Blaauwklippen for an incredible experience in the Cape Winelands. Enjoy the magical atmosphere of 19th century Vienna in the company of the Mother City Orchestra while they perform a selection of Strauss waltzes, marches and polkas together with an ensemble of soloists. To top it all off, enjoy a classic banquet feast to the […] More
The last year has been particularly hard on the entertainment industry. Before COVID-19 hit our shores, musicians had to hustle to perform at local venues and put out new music in their spare time, but with the hard lockdown, not only were music venues such as restaurants, clubs and bars closed but festivals were completely […] More
Join La Parada on Bree Street on 6 March for a wonderful brunch experience! “Hay que comer para vivir, no vivir para comer” means “ – Eating to live, not living to eat!💃 La Parada Bree Street brings you their first Brunch experienece this year. They look forward to hosting this exciting concept; an experience […] More
First Thursday is back at La Parada Bree Street! Join them for First Thursdays every first Thursday of the month! The First Thursday celebration is the perfect excuse to get your mates together for a fun & safe night out with live music by DJ Rene The Frenchman from 5-9:30pm. Also get ready for a […] More
Celebrate the start of the weekend with La Parada at Century City! La Parada is famous for delicious & unique Spanish tapas, and big plates with big flavours. Whether it’s burgers or pizza, pasta or grills, or just some nibbles if you’re peckish, stay for some fresh signature cocktails or craft beer. You also stand […] More
On International Mountain Day, we celebrate one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With The Twelve Apostles mountain range as the backdrop and panoramic views of the Atlantic ocean, they are once again thrilled to host an incredible Sundowner Gin & Jazz event in the Fynbos Gardens in partnership with Hendrick’s Gin and […] More
Join the festivities at Blaauwklippen on Sunday, 13th December 2020. Get into the Festive swing with a special “Classical Carols by Candlelight” show featuring Niël Rademan, Amanda Osorio (soprano), Brittany Hope Smith (soprano), Minette du Toit Pearce (mezzo soprano), Petrus de Beer (violin), Zorada Temmingh (piano) and the Stellenbosch Brass Trio. With a casual, picnic-style […] More
There can be no better way to start off the new year than with Watershed at Benguela Cove. One of the most successful and well-loved bands ever to come out of South Africa, Watershed have just celebrated their 20th year in the music industry in 2020 will be performing at Benguela Cove for the first […] More
Benguela Cove is kicking off your New Year with a bang! Get ready to start your 2021 with a Rock Concert like no other, as the Juan Casey band rock your world this summer with all your favourite new and old school rock hits. Come and Rock through the ages with us at our lagoon-side […] More
Come and join the fun at Strolla every Friday for a Soiree with Savanna Premium Cider! The beats will kick off at 5pm every Friday evening from 13 November 2020, with two of the hottest local DJ’s on decks and top quality sound. They will have a full food menu on offer, with ice cold Savanna […] More