Looking for a great place to have a sundowner while in Cape Town? Why not take to the rooftops?
While there is an endless supply of restaurants and bars in the Mother City, don’t forget the ones at the top.
Let’s take a look at a few of the highest rooftop restaurants and bars in Cape Town so you can be assured of getting the best views of Table Mountain and its surroundings.
The Silo Rooftop Bar
Perched above the famous Silo District at the V&A Waterfront, the Silo Rooftop Bar boasts some of the most magnificent views. If you’re not a hotel guest, that’s okay; it’s also open to non-resident guests. The menu offers light meals, snacks, a cocktail menu and a wine list. It’s ideal for enjoying sundowners and catching up with friends. Be sure to remember a camera!
Cloud 9 Mountain Club Bistro
Part of Cloud 9 Hotel & Spa, the Mountain Club Bistro is on Kloof Nek Road in Tamboerskloof. It’s highly praised for its 360-degree views of the city and the surrounding Lion’s Head and Table Mountain. It’s also open to the public, and you can enjoy a menu with a wide selection of meals, snacks, sides, wines, cocktails, and other cold and hot drinks.
The Nines by Cove Collection
The Nines is on the ninth floor at the Station House on Kloof Road in Seapoint. It boasts a 270-degree view of the ocean, Lion’s Head, and upper Seapoint. It offers a restaurant and cocktail lounge, as well as luxuriously curated meals. Depending on the day, you can also enjoy a vibey atmosphere with a selection of music performances.
14Stories Rooftop Bar
Located on the 14th floor, 14Stories Rooftop Bar is on Buitengracht Street. Its views extend over V&A Waterfront, Signal Hill, and Table Mountain. Here, you can also find a light menu, snacks, cocktails, and various drinks, all paired with highly praised views of the city.
