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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. Valet parking available.
AFTERNOON TEA
AFTERNOON TEA
Embrace tradition with our iconic afternoon tea, served in the Lounge.
With more than 60 carefully chosen fine, loose-leaf teas from across the globe, a unique coffee experience, and a sumptuous array of sweet and savoury delicacies, “tea at the Nellie” has become a much loved Cape Town tradition.
Available from Wednesday to Sunday, with seating slots at either 12pm or 3pm.
THE RED ROOM BY CHEFS WAREHOUSE
THE RED ROOM BY CHEFS WAREHOUSE
Inspired by Chef Liam Tomlin's journeys, The Red Room is an ode to Asia's irresistible flavours. Enter through an exclusive side entrance and down an evocatively lit stairway, entering a forgotten room shielded from time.
Steaming baskets of dim sum and fragrant bowls of rice gem the rotating tables as mixologists create crystalline cocktails. Opt for small plates in the opulent bar, or a sharing plate feast in the sumptuous dining room. The stage is set for Cape Town’s best Pan-Asian dining experience.
Restaurant: Mon–Sun, 6pm–9.30pm Bar: Mon–Sun, 4pm until late
THE RED ROOM BY CHEFS WAREHOUSE
THE RED ROOM BY CHEFS WAREHOUSE
Inspired by Chef Liam Tomlin's journeys, The Red Room is an ode to Asia's irresistible flavours. Enter through an exclusive side entrance and down an evocatively lit stairway, entering a forgotten room shielded from time.
Steaming baskets of dim sum and fragrant bowls of rice gem the rotating tables as mixologists create crystalline cocktails. Opt for small plates in the opulent bar, or a sharing plate feast in the sumptuous dining room. The stage is set for Cape Town’s best Pan-Asian dining experience.
Restaurant: Mon–Sun, 6pm–9.30pm Bar: Mon–Sun, 4pm until late
THE RED ROOM BY CHEFS WAREHOUSE
THE RED ROOM BY CHEFS WAREHOUSE
Inspired by Chef Liam Tomlin's journeys, The Red Room is an ode to Asia's irresistible flavours. Enter through an exclusive side entrance and down an evocatively lit stairway, entering a forgotten room shielded from time.
Steaming baskets of dim sum and fragrant bowls of rice gem the rotating tables as mixologists create crystalline cocktails. Opt for small plates in the opulent bar, or a sharing plate feast in the sumptuous dining room. The stage is set for Cape Town’s best Pan-Asian dining experience.
Restaurant: Mon–Sun, 6pm–9.30pm Bar: Mon–Sun, 4pm until late
The Verandah
The Verandah
Look forward to a spectacular evening meal with The Verandah, Chef George Jardine’s three-course à la carte menu where the dishes change every two weeks.
This hyper-seasonal experience showcases the finest ingredients at their peak, with a symphony of flavors, textures and techniques.
Booking essential, served daily from 6pm
The Verandah
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Prefer to talk? You can call us on +27 21 483 1000
Oasis
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.
Opening times:
Breakfast: 6.30am-10.30am
Lunch: 12pm-3pm
Dinner: 7pm-11pm (last orders at 9.30pm)
Jazz Brunch: 12pm-3pm, More details
Pool service: 9am-6pm (residents only)
Gluten free, vegan and kids menus available
Meet George Jardine
New Executive Chef, George Jardine is reshaping the gastronomic experience at Mount Nelson. Originally from Scotland, George brings his zest for heritage and contemporary cool to the heart of Cape Town.
Chef George will preserve the balance and progress already achieved in forming strong bonds with local producers. Expect exquisite South African ingredients—local calamari from Plettenberg Bay, organic vegetables and herbs from Philippi and Stellenbosch. Changing every two weeks, his new Verandah menu will reflect the finest seasonal produce. Meanwhile, sample his culinary flair in the Afternoon Tea's savoury selection.
With a long list of accolades and accomplishments including Eat Out Chef of the Year two years running, Chef George’s impressive legacy and talent is set to transform the culinary future of The Nellie.
MThe Lounge
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. This beautiful space plays host to our afternoon tea as well as an all-day dining menu.
The Lounge
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Prefer to talk? You can call us on +27 21 483 1000
Planet Bar
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
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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