Victorian-house restaurant and bar on Kloof Street, popular for dinner and drinks.
Kloof Street House is a restaurant and bar in a Victorian house at 92 Kloof Street in Gardens, Cape Town, South Africa. The building's historic rooms have been fitted out in an eclectic, decorative style with antiques, mirrors, candles and plants, and the restaurant is popular for dinner, cocktails and long weekend lunches. It sits on one of the city's main dining and nightlife streets, below Table Mountain.
The cuisine is contemporary South African with Mediterranean influences. Dishes associated with the kitchen include slow-roasted lamb, fish of the day and seasonal salads, and the menu changes with produce and the season. Prices are mid-range, at roughly R300 to R650 per person. The drinks programme includes cocktails, a South African wine list and a bar that stays busy into the evening.
The atmosphere is eclectic, romantic and candle-lit, with a mix of indoor rooms, a lounge area and a garden or courtyard space. Noise levels rise in the evening as the bar fills, so quieter conversation is easier at early dinner or weekday lunch. The mood suits couples, small groups and visitors who want a dining room with character rather than a minimalist space.
Reservations are recommended for dinner and can be made through kloofstreethouse.co.za. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner daily, and weekend evenings are the most heavily booked. Kloof Street is within a short ride from the City Bowl and Camps Bay, and the surrounding blocks hold other bars, shops and restaurants, so a meal pairs easily with an evening stroll in Gardens.
| Price | approx R300-650 per person (approx $18-39 USD) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Lunch and dinner daily; confirm before going |
| Reservations | Recommended for dinner; book on kloofstreethouse.co.za |
| Address | 92 Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town 8001 |
Signature dishes
- Slow-roasted lamb
- Fish of the day
- Seasonal salads
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- Victorian-house restaurant and bar on Kloof Street, popular for dinner and drinks.
Location
92 Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town 8001
-33.9335, 18.4115 View on map
Highlights
- Victorian house with an eclectic, candle-lit interior
- Slow-roasted lamb, fish of the day and seasonal salads
- Cocktail bar and wine list in a central Gardens location
- Mid-range prices for a characterful dining room
Tips for visiting
- Book dinner through kloofstreethouse.co.za, especially on weekends
- Weekday lunch is quieter than evenings
- Ask for a garden or courtyard table if the weather is mild
- Arrive early for a drink at the bar before dinner
- Use ride-hail after dark rather than walking back late
When to visit
Dinner offers the most atmospheric candle-lit setting; weekday lunch is calmer.
Accessibility
The venue is in a converted Victorian house, so steps and level changes may be present; visitors with mobility needs should contact the restaurant before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to book Kloof Street House?
Reservations are recommended for dinner, particularly on weekends, and can be made through the restaurant's website.
What kind of food is served?
The menu is contemporary South African with Mediterranean influences, including lamb, fish and seasonal salads.
How much does a meal cost?
Expect roughly R300-650 per person, depending on drinks and number of courses.