The Signal Hill Winery is the only urban winery in the country. It is neatly hidden and tucked away in Heritage Square, Cape Town, appropriately surrounded by 18th century architecture. This winery presents delicious, highly rated wines, which are also only exclusively sold in certain restaurants and specialty shops in South Africa and around the world. Signal Hill's motto, "Vive Le Difference," perfectly encapsulates what Signal Hill is all about, which is diversity on the South African wine market. Signal Hill is the sole distributor of certain brands and is always experimenting with new tastes. The small winery in Cape Town emits a calm and relaxing atmosphere of rich history and philosophy, ready to draw you in and ensure you a whole new wine experience. -Annchen Marais
Bascule Whiskey Wine & Cocktail Bar is not only a hot spot at night but is thronged by many patrons during the day too. It offers delectable coffees and scrumptious snacks throughout the day to over 400 types of whiskey and varied wines at night. This is the perfect place to end your day with a whiskey or two in hand , divine ambiance and beautiful decor. What more could one ask for? Check website for details.
Publik Wine Bar can be found upon the Church Street in Cape Town. Originally a popular wine bar, it is now known for its extensive e-commerce store as well. If you do crave a glass of their excellently made wine but aren’t willing to travel, they deliver their delectable bottles right to your doorstep. The bar itself is quite unique. The wines are produced by small vineyards, a step away from the powerful wine lobbies.
Belthazar is an elegant seafood restaurant and grill situated in Victoria and Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town. Not only does it serve some of the most refined dishes, it also hosts the world's largest wine bar with a list of up to 600 wines, selling 250 of these by the glass. Be prepared to be treated as a VIP in Belthazar as you are professionally served the best seafood and steaks Cape Town has to offer. Enjoy great food and company in the beautifully decorated interior or outside besides the heaters, drinking in the smell of fresh ocean breeze.
This trendy, ultra-urban bar is located in the Mount Nelson Hotel and is the favorite hangout of the hip crowd. A fiber-optic Milky Way adorns the ceiling, so you will feel as if you are seated under the stars and if you want the real thing, just move outside onto the Planet Champagne & Cocktail Bar's sprawling terrace. Either way, you will get to sample some of the finest wines, cocktails and champagne available in the city. Check website for other details.
Oblivion is well known as one of the finest restaurants and wine bars in the southern suburbs. This is a perfect place to start a night with a drink and food before going out for a night on the town, or wait until later in the evening and get rowdy with folks at Oblivion. Oblivion has it all, from a massive wine list, to unique cocktails, and not to mention home-cooked meals and snacks. The décor and design here are quite simplistic, clean, and classy. Be sure to check out Oblivion's website for upcoming events, such as wine festivals, anti-valentines, or occasional sporting events. Also be sure to try the pizza; it is amazing and available for takeaway. This funky European style bar and restaurant is for those over 23 years of age only, so be sure to bring your ID.