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.
For Cape Town food lovers looking for an easy escape that feels a world away, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is setting the table for a one-night-only experience worth the drive. On 23 April 2026, the hotel’s Island Café hosts the Salt Rock Food & Wine Pairing evening, a curated, multi-course dinner designed to…
At The Vineyard Hotel, early evenings are slowing down in the best way. As the air cools and the light softens, the Garden Lounge Patio becomes the setting for a series of relaxed wine afternoons that lean into good company and easy drinking. Running from 5pm to 7pm on selected Fridays, these complimentary tastings are…
Harringtons Cocktail Lounge keeps things simple with Wine & Dine Wednesdays, a weekly pairing evening in collaboration with Backsberg that turns a midweek dinner into something more considered. For R375 per person, guests get a 3-course meal paired with five wines. It is a format that works without needing explanation. The structure is there, yet…
Jordan Restaurant is setting the tone for a more thoughtful night out with a Chardonnay-focused winemaker’s dinner that keeps things refined without feeling rigid. On Friday, 24 April 2026 at 18:30, guests are invited to settle in for an evening built around conversation, craftsmanship, and well-paired food. The experience brings together Sjaak Nelson of Jordan…
Culture Wine Bar is keeping things simple this March with a pop-up that pairs two things that rarely miss: dim sum and good wine. On 20 and 21 March, from 12:00 to 21:00, South China Dim Sum Bar takes over the kitchen for a short, focused collaboration built around flavour and balance. The format is…
Some evenings are designed to be savoured slowly. A glass of exceptional wine, beautifully prepared dishes and good company can transform an ordinary night into something truly memorable. At The Conservatory Restaurant at The Twelve Apostles Hotel & Spa, one such evening awaits. On Friday, 27 March, guests are invited to enjoy the Beyerskloof Wine…
Some dinners are memorable for the food. Others for the wine. Every now and then, an evening arrives that manages to do both exceptionally well. On 28 March, Urchin Journey Restaurant invites guests to experience exactly that with a special Winemaker’s Dinner, an elegant evening where exceptional wines and thoughtfully crafted dishes come together in…
There are wine tastings… and then there are evenings where the people behind the wine pull up a chair and join the conversation. That’s exactly what guests can expect at the upcoming Wine Society Evening at Erinvale Estate, a relaxed and intimate gathering designed for those who enjoy great wine, good food, and the stories…
As Grub & Vine enters its seventh year, Chef Patron Matt Manning is returning to the restaurant’s roots – good, honest cooking paired with serious wine – with the launch of a new regional series, Santé! Kicking off in March with Santé Bot River, the six- to eight-week showcase will focus on one South African…
There are dinners… and then there are evenings that linger long after the final glass has been poured. On Friday, 27 February 2026 at 18h30, the 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa invites guests to experience the art of pairing at its exclusive Iona Wine Dinner, hosted in the refined surrounds of The Conservatory. With panoramic…
Palm House Boutique Hotel & Spa invites steak lovers to indulge in an unforgettable dining experience at Palm Terrace every Friday evening. The Steak Club is a celebration of premium cuts, expertly prepared by Chef Gregory, and served in a relaxed yet elegant setting. Each week, guests can choose from three carefully selected cuts sourced…
There are wine dinners — and then there are wine dinners with a view that stops conversations mid-sentence. On 16 January 2026, the iconic The 12 Apostles Hotel invites diners to indulge in an unforgettable wine & dine evening where gourmet cuisine, award-winning wines, and dramatic natural beauty come together in perfect harmony. Set against…
