Looking for the best wine & dine evenings in Cape Town? The city and surrounding Winelands regularly host food and wine experiences that bring together specially created menus, local wines and the people behind the bottles. From intimate winemaker dinners at Cape Town restaurants to multi-course pairing evenings at wine estates, these events offer an opportunity to discover new wines while enjoying dishes designed to complement each pour. Cape Town’s wine & dine calendar includes everything from relaxed tasting evenings to elaborate five-course dinners. Restaurants often collaborate with leading South African wine farms, with each course paired with a different wine selected to highlight the flavours on the plate. Many events also include an introduction from the winemaker, estate representative or sommelier, giving guests more insight into the wines, vineyards and winemaking process.
Popular Cape Town wine dinner experiences may include:
Wine dinners take place throughout Cape Town, including the City Bowl, Atlantic Seaboard, Waterfront, Southern Suburbs and surrounding areas. The nearby Cape Winelands also offer regular pairing experiences in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Paarl, Constantia and Durbanville. Events are normally available on selected dates and often have limited seating, particularly when a winemaker or guest chef is involved. For anyone searching for a memorable date night, an evening with friends or simply an excuse to discover another great South African wine, Cape Town’s food and wine pairing events provide plenty of opportunities to raise a glass. Check the latest wine & dine evenings Cape Town has to offer and book early for events that catch the eye.
Tuesdays at The Cape Milner now come with pizza, wine, and a very good reason to leave dinner plans to someone else. As part of their winter specials, The Cape Milner is offering any pizza off the menu for R98, including a glass of house wine. The only exception is seafood pizza, but with plenty […] More
Wednesday date night has found its steak-loving home at Grub & Vine. The restaurant’s Steak Night Date Night brings a generous midweek dinner for two to the table at R995 per couple. Making it a strong contender for anyone who believes Wednesdays deserve better than leftovers. The evening starts with soup of the day, followed […] More
Tuesday date nights are officially back at De Vier, giving couples a midweek reason to put down the group chat, pick up a menu, and settle in for something delicious. For R675 per couple, guests can enjoy any two mains plus a bottle of Diemersdal Reserve Sauvignon Blanc or Diemersdal Malbec. It’s a simple but […] More
Oude Werf Hotel has officially solved the midweek dinner dilemma with the return of its popular Curry Nights, giving Wednesdays a much-needed upgrade in the form of comforting spice, thoughtful pairings, and the excellent suggestion to simply arrive hungry. Each Wednesday, guests can choose from three curry options, creating a flexible dinner experience that caters […] More
Brass Bell is giving midweek plans a welcome upgrade with a carefully curated food and wine pairing evening in collaboration with Stellenzicht Wines, offering guests a relaxed but refined dining experience in the heart of Kalk Bay. Set for Wednesday evening from 18:30 for a 19:00 start, the Food & Wine Pairing Dinner brings together […] More
For wine lovers who enjoy a good story in their glass, Simonsig Family Vineyards is setting the table for an evening that goes well beyond the usual swirl-and-sip. Vintages in Conversation – Cabernet Sauvignon is an intimate wine and dine experience designed for guests who appreciate how a wine evolves over time, preferably with an […] More
Tuesdays at Vineyard Hotel are getting a rather delicious upgrade. For those who believe the work week deserves better than a sad sandwich and vague dinner plans, this pasta and wine special offers a compelling excuse to head out instead. From 5pm, couples can settle in for a relaxed midweek evening with two pasta dishes […] More
Le Pommier is turning weekday date night into a winter sharing special worth booking a table for. Available Monday to Thursday, the Date Night Winter Sharing special is priced at R570 per couple and includes a shared starter, a choice of main meals, and a bottle of selected wine to share. It’s relaxed, generous, and […] More
Cape Town foodies looking for a midweek excuse to swap traffic for vineyard air may want to make note of BluVines at Bloupunt Winery’s returning Local Affair. Back on 21 May 2026, this cosy evening offering is positioned as the kind of low-effort getaway that feels far more indulgent than the calendar suggests. At R235 […] More
Blowfish is setting the table for another evening worth savouring with the June edition of its Pairing Series, a 5-course wine and dine experience hosted every first Tuesday. On Tuesday, 02 June, Blowfish welcomes Groot Phesantekraal wines for an intimate pairing dinner designed around five carefully matched courses. The kitchen has taken five familiar classics […] More
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa is inviting wine lovers to swap the usual evening plans for something far more rewarding with its upcoming Wine Society event at Magnolia Social Dining Lounge. Taking place on Thursday, 25 June 2026 at 18h30, the intimate gathering is designed for guests who enjoy more than just a good glass […] More
Nederburg is turning winter dining into something far more memorable with Candlelit Conversations with the Winemakers, an intimate dinner series set inside the estate’s historic Manor House. Designed for those who appreciate a slower, more thoughtful kind of evening, the experience brings guests together around a beautifully dressed long table, where crisp white linen, glowing […] More