Pier

Cape Town, South Africa

Overlooking the yachts that fleck Cape Town's iconic quayside, this modern whitewashed darling – found within the Pierhead Building – comes with some serious pedigree. Conceived by the team behind Constantia's La Colombe – a regular on The World's 50 Best Restaurants list – it sees John Norris-Rogers take the helm in the kitchen. In keeping with the locale, seafood plays a major role across the multi-course menu, which is woven with global nuance and held together by technical know-how and the finest ingredients. It's a contemporary example of fine dining that plays out over nearly a dozen dynamic courses. Nothing here is over-egged: from delightful amuse bouche – buffalo oyster and yuzu dashi – and yellowfin tuna with tamarind and chilli to masala quail with langoustine, yoghurt and date. A dessert unexpectedly stars savoury Jerusalem artichoke. The pared-back, elegant dining room lets the dishes take centre stage, and presentation wise, stunning ceramics, vibrant colourways and creative decoration only add to the glory. Iconic wines are perfectly paired alongside, adding depth to what is a memorable culinary experience.

Key Information

• Tasting menu from $145
• Lunch and dinner: Mon – Sun
• +27 21 879 6329
• Visit Pier's Website

Location

Pierhead Building, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001