Restaurants & Bars

Gastronomy is at the heart of our hotel. From seafood-inspired cuisine at Amura by Chef Angel Leon to our time-honoured afternoon tea, Mount Nelson is home to some of the best restaurants in Cape Town.

Dining

Afternoon Tea

No trip to the Mother City is complete without the best afternoon tea Cape Town has to offer.

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A pretty pile of pink macarons is a vibrant addition to an afternoon tea with crockery, napkins and garden table in white.
Two guests, out of shot, enjoy glasses of rosé at an Afternoon Tea table with a two-tier patisserie stand, in bright sunshine.

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Classic

Discover why afternoon tea at Mount Nelson has become such a cherished Cape Town tradition with our Classic menu.

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Vegan

Our plant-based afternoon tea is a feast of delectable bites including fresh vegetables and sumptuous desserts.

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Gluten Free

Enjoy some of our afternoon tea classics in gluten-free form, from delicious scones to delicate sandwiches.

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Pet-Friendly

Bring your four-legged family for an indulgent treat at Mount Nelson. Our special menu is filled with their favourite treats.

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Amura

A waiter sets glasses on a table, preparing to welcome guests to Amura's garden-room style space with warm lights and plants.

From Cadiz to Cape Town, Amura invites you to experience seafood reimagined by Michelin-starred Chef Ángel León.

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The Verandah

A table for two sits in a corner of The Verandah against green botanic-print wallpaper and potted plants, by a terrace door.

Experience a true taste of the season that champions South Africa’s rich culinary legacy.

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The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse

A table of guests chat below warm orange cloth pendant lamps in the moody interior of The Red Room, seen through a doorway.

The Red Room is an ode to the irresistible flavours of Asia, inspired by Chef Liam Tomlin’s journeys.

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Planet Bar

A cosy lounge area with two beige chairs, a small round table holding two drinks, and a chandelier hanging above; warm lighting and elegant décor create a sophisticated atmosphere.

A timeless, celestial-chic hideaway that’s ideal for sundowners and pre-dinner champagne.

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The Fountain by Planet Bar

Four guests dine in the shade of large coral and white-striped parasols on a flower-filled terrace, with a mountain backdrop.

Take your seat in a hidden kitchen alcove for an immersive culinary spectacle as our team of chefs cook up a storm of speciality dishes.

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The Chef’s Table

View across the working kitchen to a miniature dining room with checked tiles and Cortez chandelier which glows above two tables.

Take your seat in a hidden kitchen alcove for an immersive culinary spectacle as our team of chefs cook up a storm of speciality dishes.

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