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Dining that’s out of this world

Indulge in a feast of bite-size treats with a delicious seasonal picnic. Take time over an afternoon tea layered with tempting sandwiches and sweets. Or raise a toast with chic cocktails in our Planet Bar. Boasting some of the best restaurants and bars in Cape Town, a stay at Mount Nelson is foodie heaven.

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Easter at The Nellie

7-10 April 2023

Gather friends and family at The Nellie to enjoy delicious dining, live music and the all-important egg hunt this Easter.

AFTERNOON TEA
Available at 12pm and 3pm | R600 per adult, R300 per child
Menu

GOURMET PICNICS
Pickup at 1pm and 2pm | R600 per adult, R300 per child
Menu | Kids Menu

SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH
From 11.30am to 3pm | R650 per adult, R325 per child, R225 for unlimited bubbly
Menu

EASTER EGG HUNT
Available 1pm and 4pm | Ages 4-11

Edge

A New Culinary Residency

Edge

Helmed by Head Chef Vusi Ndlovu, EDGE is a culinary celebration of the African continent, focusing on under-used ingredients, progressive techniques and generational recipes.

The evolving menu highlights indigenous ingredients from local markets, artisans and small-scale farmers. With a focus on cooking over flame, dishes are reimagined in a contemporary and respectful way, reminiscent of African storytelling around the fire.

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Edge

A New Culinary Residency

Edge

Opening times:

Wednesday to Sunday

19:00–23:00

From December 2022 until May 2023.

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Oasis

Tuck into a wholesome buffet breakfast in the mornings with hot dishes like eggs benedict and grilled kippers.

Through the summer months this is the perfect spot to linger over long lazy lunches including Cape Malay chicken curry, Saldanha Bay Oysters or crisp organic salads.

Or simply sip cocktails and enjoy the gorgeous garden views.

Opening times:
Breakfast: 6.30am-10.30am
Lunch: 12pm-3pm
Pool service: 9am-6pm (residents only)

Gluten free, vegan and kids menus available

Breakfast menu | Lunch menu

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The Lounge

Sink into a plush seat in our contemporary lounge. An iconic space at Mount Nelson, the lounge has always been a place to gather, mingle and savour.

Refresh with a tempting cocktail or dine on delicious specialities from our lunch and dinner menus.

Or perhaps you'd like to try our renowned 'Blackboard' dinner menu. Renewed daily, this menu is a celebration of exquisite local ingredients that have inspired our chef on the day.

Lunch menu | Dinner menu

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Planet Bar

Cool, chic, yet timelessly elegant, Planet Bar buzzes year round with well-heeled Capetonians sipping sundowners or pre-dinner champagne.

The bar’s stylish celestial décor and cosy seating create an intimate ambience. Whether you’re people watching from the terrace in summer or curling up by the fire with a glass of red in winter, this is the place to be.

Opening times:
Daily from noon

Bar menu | Drinks menu

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The Chef’s Table

Join our executive chef for an unrivalled glimpse behind-the-scenes of our innovative kitchens

Nothing we do is rehearsed. Guests can look forward to a true, raw, organic experience.

Step into the gastronomic heart of the hotel and take your seat in an exclusive, hidden dining space. Watch in wonder as dishes are prepared right before your eyes—then uncover the inspiration behind each creation. Menus change daily according to the seasonal ingredients available locally.

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Dining Experiences

Peruse our options for every mood and appetite

Afternoon Tea

Embrace tradition with an elegant afternoon tea in our iconic lounge.

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Sunday Jazz Brunch

Sundays are for swinging musical feasts at The Nellie.

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Harvest Table

Escape to a private corner of our gardens for a delicious lunch.

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Afternoon Tea

Finger sandwiches are filled with rare roast beef, delicate smoked salmon or creamy egg mayonnaise. Follow with velvety cake, lemon meringue and more sweet treats.

You can also enjoy a choice of à la carte dining options throughout the day.

Afternoon tea seatings available 12-5pm, Wednesday to Sunday

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Sunday Jazz Brunch

Savour an irresistible brunch menu to the tune of live jazz music and add a champagne sparkle with an option for unlimited bubbly. Access to the professionally supervised Children’s Club is also included for little ones, so you can sit back and start your Sunday in style.

Available every Sunday, 11:30am to 3pm

R575 per adult | R325 per child (under 12) | R250 per person to add unlimited bubbly
Please note that prepayment is required to secure your booking

Harvest Table

Harvest Table lunches celebrate the abundance of exceptional summer ingredients at Mount Nelson.

Take a seat at an enchanting floating table, made from a single piece of African teak at one of two beautiful outdoor settings in our gardens.

Our chefs will prepare a special selection of seasonal and innovative dishes, served family-style. Perfect for any celebration or simply a long lazy lunch with friends or your little ones.

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