Cape Town

Publik Wine Bar

11D Kloofnek Road, Tamboerskloof

★ Institution since 2013, organic/natural/sustainable focus, small independent producers, no reservations, wine industry hangout, tapas menu

Leo's Wine Bar

Shop 28, De Oude Schuur, 120 Bree Street

★ Max Bagels by day, natural wine bar by night, low-intervention wines from smaller producers, vinyl DJs, pizza bagels, intimate shoebox space

Openwine

72 Wale Street, City Centre

★ 200+ wines by glass, European enoteca approach, no fixed list (browse shelves), Sunday jazz sessions, Italian-owned, natural/organic inclinations

Culture Wine Bar

103 Bree Street, City Centre

★ Grand Prix Best Wine List 2023, 50+ wines by glass, natural wines, cult classics, live music, free Wednesday tastings, Gabriel-Glas stemware

Tannin

86 Bree Street, City Centre

★ New 2025 opening, 430 labels (purely South African), 3-story heritage building, walk-in cellar, 40 wines by glass, seasonal small plates

Akra Bar

58 Wale Street (above Ouzeri), City Centre

★ Natural wine & cocktail bar (opened Nov 2025), Cypriot/Greek extension, no reservations, Altus Ferreira cocktails, approachable vibe

Arthur's Mini Super

15 Arthurs Road, Sea Point

★ Deli/café by day, natural wine bar by night (Tue-Sat), low-intervention focus, neighborhood gem, famous toasties, Stephanie & Will's locals' spot

Judd's Local

141 Kloof Street, Gardens

★ Best Short List 2023, Tuesday complimentary tastings, elevated comfort food, snoek tacos, local boutique producers, family-run

Vinoteca

Locations in City Bowl & Southern Suburbs

Wine bar chain, good commercial selection, occasional natural wines, reliable standby, multiple locations for easy access

Tamboers Winkel

3 De Lorenz Street, Gardens (off Kloof)

Tiny neighborhood café/wine bar, Wednesday wine tastings, pastries & light meals, local hole-in-the-wall, 7am-10pm

FYN

5th Floor, Speakers Corner, 37 Parliament Street

★ #37 World's 50 Best, Japanese technique + South African ingredients, natural wine pairings available, Peter Tempelhoff, kelp & fynbos focus

TTK Fledglings (The Test Kitchen)

The Old Biscuit Mill, 375 Albert Road, Woodstock

★ Luke Dale Roberts institution, now a training kitchen, experimental tasting menus, small producer wine pairings, 3-month wait list

Grub & Vine

103 Bree Street (adjacent to Culture Wine Bar)

Matt Manning bistro, seasonal set menus, natural wine selection, next-door to Culture Wine Bar, bistro classics with modern twist

Kloof Street House

30 Kloof Street, Gardens

Victorian house setting, eclectic colonial décor, garden courtyard, good wine list with natural options, group dining favorite

Black Sheep

104 Kloof Street, Gardens

Gastro pub pioneer, chalkboard menu (changes daily), natural wine available, lively atmosphere, two seatings essential

Belly of the Beast

66 Albert Road, Woodstock

Local favorite, small plates, natural wine selection, neighborhood vibe, unpretentious fine dining

Culture Wine Co.

Online/Various

Importer/retailer specializing in South African wine, natural wine focus, sommelier expertise, delivery available

Woolworths Wine Shop

Various locations

Grocery chain with surprisingly good wine selection, some natural/organic options, convenient locations

Pick n Pay Liquor

Various locations

Major retailer, occasional natural wine finds, good for basic staples, widely accessible

Cultivar Wine Bar (V&A Waterfront)

Time Out Market, V&A Waterfront

100+ South African wines, tasting flights, 100% local focus, tourist-friendly but quality selection

Belthazar

Shop 154, V&A Waterfront

250 wines by glass (world's largest by-the-glass bar), 600 total labels, Riedel glassware, natural wines included

Dark Horse

145 Kloof Street, Gardens

Black Sheep sister spot, rooftop & terrace, tapas menu, no bookings, great for drinks

Asoka

68 Kloof Street, Gardens

Tuesday jazz nights, Asian sharing plates, cocktail focus, wine available, 150-year-old olive tree

Elgr

75 Kloof Street, Gardens

Swedish chef, forest-inspired décor, sharing plates, excellent wine list, courtyard bar

Upper Union

3 Upper Union Street (off Kloof)

Heritage building, Victorian fireplaces, small producer wine list, communal dining

Chefs Warehouse

Various locations (Beau Constantia, Tintswalo, etc.)

Liam Tomlin group, sharing plate concepts, extensive wine lists, beautiful settings

The Pot Luck Club

The Silo, V&A Waterfront

Luke Dale Roberts, sharing plates, extensive wine list, waterfront views