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.
Blaauwklippen is celebrating the launch of thier new Sunday Sunset Sessions and farm picnics with an intimate and unplugged show by the legendary Karen Zoid. The show will take place on Sunday 15 November. Gates open at 17:30 and the performance will be from 18:30 to 19:30 . Get your tickets now! Entry to the […] More
Pizza, Wine & Live Music. Few things compare to spreading out a picnic blanket with some gourmet pizza and wine on a sprawling wine estate. Imagine a setting sun over the beautiful mountain ranges and the distant sound of nothingness, paired with a low hum of conversation and a deep gratitude for life. Neethlingshof Wine […] More
The GoDriveIn Movie & Food Truck Roadhouse is officially open! GoDriveIn will be bringing you a variety of big screen, comedy and concert entertainment that you can enjoy right from the comfort and safety of your car. Expect evening entertainment programs that will be tailored for everyone from families to adults, film buffs to musos […] More
La Parada is taking their delicious tapas and handing them over into the capable hands of world-renowned Chef Pete Goffe-Wood in a first ever tapas & tannins pairing evening. Chef Pete needs no introduction. He has been in the business for 31 years and travelled all across the globe with his talent for creating exceptional […] More
Sultry Sunday Specials at Harringtons Cocktail Lounge! Harringtons Cocktail Lounge will resurrect the post-lock down life in you with a party culture that’s all about the freshest, tastiest meals, tapas, cocktails, beers, wines and special gourmet treats. Local talent makes it the go-to Saturday night spot, with live music, DJs and a fantastic (socially-distanced crowd) […] More
Join the fun every Friday at Hout Bay Manor! Experience the smooth sophistication of Hout Bay Manor along with a delicious meal and the tunes of some of the best local artists in the city to give you an evening that you soon won’t forget. If you love live music, excellent cuisine and impeccable service, […] More
Join the celebrations at La Parada with Goodluck! Fresh, Euro-South African flavours, some Spanish influence and a whole lot of attitude make dining at La Parada Constantia Nek a real treat. Tapas, burgers, pizzas and a variety of snacks and nibbles provide the flavour fuel for a good night out. Goodluck! is performing live at […] More
Sundays aren’t just for work week prep. Lazy Sundays in the Cape Winelands are a must. Party all day, sleep all Sunday. However, the weekend is so short that we have decided that we need to use our Sundays for more than just lunching and going back to bed. Our favourite wine farm, Durbanville Hills, […] More
Enjoy the best vibes with live music at Parada Constantia Nek! Expect out of this world dishes that bring flavours from all over the world, craft beers, a range of bespoke cocktails and the best wines this side of the mountain. Your favourite meals get kicked into over-drive once the chefs at La Parada get […] More
Bay Harbour Market is world-famous for rolling out the red carpet to welcome its guests, those from afar, and those from just around the corner. Now this loved destination in the heart of Hout Bay gets ready to roll out its orange carpet for the very first time as the lekkerness inside spills out onto […] More
The tune of love and good times. Beautiful Camps Bay beach views marry contemporary cuisine with a modern twist at The 41. It makes for the perfect date night venue – think the sound of the ocean, delicious food and staring into each other’s eyes over a glass of vino. That’s what we call love. […] More
As our beloved Madiba once said, “There is nothing like returning to a place that remains unchanged to find the ways in which you yourself have altered.” Everyone seems to be talking about the ‘new normal’ but at Bay Harbour Market we like to talk about ‘life as we know it’! This iconic family destination opens […] More