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    Coy, Restaurant in Cape Town
    Restaurant

    Coy

    V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

    Restaurant in Cape Town, South Africa

    The Read

    Price

    $50–100per person

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Book Coy if the goal is a polished Cape Town meal with a clear African coastal point of view.

    About Coy

    Coy is a Cape Town restaurant with an African coastal cuisine direction and a smart-casual dress code.

    African coastal cooking is the reason to choose it

    The clearest reason to consider Coy is its African coastal cuisine. That gives the restaurant a defined point of view for diners specifically looking for a Cape Town meal in that style.

    Avoid planning around a named specialty in advance.

    Better for a focused occasion than a loose group meal

    Coy may suit diners who want African coastal cooking in Cape Town and are comfortable with a smart-casual setting. Match the booking to the latest information from the restaurant.

    Know Before You Go

    • Best fit: Diners looking for African coastal cooking in Cape Town.
    • Dress code: Smart casual.
    • Dietary note: Confirm allergies, restrictions, and special requests with the restaurant before booking.
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    Planning details

    Hours
    Monday: 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM · Tuesday: 12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Location
    V & A Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
    Reservations
    Book on the venue's website
    Website
    coyrestaurant.com
    Phone
    +27 21 207 3278

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    A relaxed yet refined fine-dining room with minimalist, contemporary design, soft lighting, and an understated, calm atmosphere that keeps the focus on plated detail, wine, and the harbor-and-mountain backdrop.

    Tags

    Vibe

    ElegantModernScenic

    Best For

    Date NightBusiness DinnerCelebration

    Experience

    WaterfrontPanoramic ViewDesign Destination

    Sourcing

    Local SourcingSustainable Seafood

    View

    WaterfrontMountainSkyline

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Conversational
    Service Style
    Formal
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Small
    Kitchen
    Modern
    Menu Format
    Tasting menu, A la carte, Small plates
    Drinks Focus
    Wine, Cocktails
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Pescatarian friendly
    Opened
    2024

    Signature Dishes

    • Chargrilled sirloin with African pepper sauce, beef fat and Swiss chard
    • Seafood-led tasting menu courses showcasing African shorelines
    • Seasonal small plates from the COY Edit lunch menu
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    Know Before You Go

    Getting there
    V & A Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

    Planning details

    Hours

    Monday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Tuesday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Wednesday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Thursday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Friday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Saturday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM
    Sunday
    12–2:30 PM, 5:30–9 PM

    Location

    V & A Waterfront, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa · Directions

    +27 21 207 3278

    coyrestaurant.com

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are alternatives to Coy in Cape Town?

    If Coy is not the right fit, compare it with other Cape Town dining options based on your preferred cuisine, dress code, budget, and availability. Coy is the relevant choice here for African coastal cooking with a smart-casual dress code.

    Is Coy good for a special occasion?

    Coy may be considered for an occasion if African coastal cooking in Cape Town is what you want.