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.
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate in beautiful Hermanus knows the meaning of small-town living with a touch of class. This stylish seaside estate offers the peace of its surrounding ocean and mountains with quality wine, food and events hosting. Enjoy one of their three eateries – The Moody Lagoon, Blackbeards Diner or the Tea Terrace […] More
If you’re a fan of live music, great wine, and excellent food, you’ll simply LOVE what Soet Society Café has to offer this 12 June 2019. Soet Society café, in association with Andrietta Norman and Deetlefts Wine Estate are hosting yet another wine, dine, & music evening and they want you to be a part […] More
Party all day with the Frenchman DJ Renee! Soak up the Autumn sun rays and views of the Waterfront as you experience the warmth and flavour of Italy, Greece and India with the adventurous Drinks on the Deck promotion. For R70, visitors can receive a drink at all three of the participating restaurants, while R40 […] More
On Sunday 28 April 2019, Marianne Wine Estate, located in the beautiful town of Stellenbosh are hosting their monthly Sunday Wine Set, and they want you to come along and enjoy the great music and wine! The Sunday Wine set kicks off at 15H00, where you’ll be given a variety of different wines to taste and […] More
It’s been a recent trend that specialised food and wine pairing venues have been sprouting all over the place, but Auslese in Cape Town puts the special back into specialised with a new venue that is the latest venture of renowned Aubergine patron chef, Harald Bresselschmidt. Auslese’s simple, sophisticated, symmetrical structure offers elegant reception rooms, […] More
Get your rhythm rolling down at The 41 – it’s the best food with the best beats on the Camps Bay beachfront. The 41 was founded by two dashing French restaurateurs who, after establishing successful businesses in Singapore, Laos and Australia, found themselves so impressed by the food scene in South Africa that they decided […] More
Join the Mount Nelson for the launch the classical music evenings at the Lord Nelson Restaurant on Saturday, the 6th of April 2019. Celebrated classical duo, Lisa Engelbrecht, soprano and pianist and Lindsay Thomson, mezzo soprano from “the Opera Angels”. The launch concert is on the 6th April, with additional events on the 8th June, […] More
Please join Le Coin Francais for this once off special occasion, in collaboration with Boschendal and the ‘Sanctuary’ of La Roche Estate. Celebrating the beauty of Franschhoek with panoramic views, fine cuisine and world-class wines at the ‘floating venue’. Special guest performance by world-renowned 5-star London based chanteuse Cat Simoni who will take you on […] More
Pop Bottles is all about lifestyle living. Join Grand Africa Cafe & Beach on the 31st of March for the first POP BOTTLES Cape Town experience of 2019 in association with Channel O. It’s about music, fashion and lifestyle living to make it a bliss filled Sunday where you can enjoy the most idyllic views […] More
Marianne Wine Estate has something special for all the wine and music lovers out there with their night with Jan Blohm. Think live acoustic sounds in a perfect setting, while you enjoy good conversation with your friends or family, wine and of course food. All this is happening on the 4 May at R150 per […] More
Good vibes, phenomenal wines and delicious tapas! Marianne Wine Estate’s much-anticipated Sunday Wine Set is back again, this time they’ve organised an afternoon of music with the Stone Jets on the 31st of March 2019. Invite your friends and family along for top class musical talent, complimented with various delectable tapas options and wine. The friendly staff […] More
East City Live is a weekly treat in the Cape Town music scene, showcasing a selection of Cape Town’s hottest musical artists. Every Thursday acts are set to delight in Harry’s signature style, laid-back with a dash of sophisticated cool. Sink your teeth into a delicious meal or just relax with a few glasses of […] More