OneEighty
South African · Bantry Bay, Cape Town
Restaurant in Cape Town, South Africa
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Terroir-Anchored South African
Chef
Christophe Moret
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book OneEighty if you want a polished South African meal in Bantry Bay with easier planning than Cape Town's harder-to-secure tasting-menu rooms. The 2026 Relais Chateaux Award and Christophe Moret's kitchen give it credibility, but it is better for a calm special occasion than for diners chasing a trophy reservation.
About OneEighty
OneEighty is a Cape Town restaurant serving South African cuisine, with chef/owner Christophe Moret. The Relais Chateaux Award in 2026 gives it a recognition point, it works when you want South African dining in Cape Town with daily lunch and dinner hours.
For a first-timer, the most reliable way to approach OneEighty is to start from the basics. The cuisine direction is South African, the dress code is smart casual, the restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. It is better not to build the meal around a particular plate or assumed tasting-menu structure.
Choose it for a South African meal in Cape Town
OneEighty suits diners looking for South African cooking in Cape Town, with Christophe Moret attached to the restaurant as chef/owner. The fairest expectation is a South African restaurant rather than a narrowly defined dining format.
The strongest practical reason to consider it is scheduling. OneEighty lists service every day from 12:30–2:30 PM and 6–10 PM, which gives visitors and locals both lunch and dinner options throughout the week. If timing is important, confirm availability directly before planning around a particular date.
The fit is about the essentials, not trophy ordering
OneEighty makes the most sense for diners who want to choose based on the essentials: South African cuisine, Christophe Moret, smart casual dress, daily lunch and dinner hours, the Relais Chateaux Award in 2026. Because pricing, named dishes, menu format are not listed here, avoid assuming a specific tasting length, a bargain meal, or a signature order.
For value, the decision should be based on whether those details match the occasion. If the table wants South African cooking in Cape Town and the daily lunch or dinner schedule works, OneEighty is a clear candidate. If the table is comparing a broader set of Cape Town restaurants, weigh it alongside options such as PIER, Salon, Salsify at the Roundhouse, Ellerman House, or The Test Kitchen without assuming they serve the same kind of experience.
Located inside
HotelEllerman HouseFull hotel guidePlanning details
- Location
- 180 Kloof Rd, Bantry Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
- Website
- ellerman.co.za/experience/ellerman-house-restaurant
- Phone
- +27 21 430 3200
The take
The Take
The Vibe
OneEighty presents an elevated, quietly refined mood that leans on place as its principal flourish. The dining room perches above the Atlantic, framing the horizon so the view becomes part of the composition rather than merely a backdrop. The kitchen aligns with an Expression of the Terroir ethos, favouring legible, locally rooted flavours over theatrical technique; that restraint keeps the room intimate and elegant. Service and pacing reflect a premium, considered approach: this is dining that privileges provenance and context, where the ocean view, selective plating and measured tempo combine to create a composed, romantic evening.
Best For
OneEighty is best suited to evenings that benefit from an elevated sense of occasion. The restaurant’s placement in Cape Town’s premium tier and its focus on terroir-forward cuisine make it a strong choice for date nights and special-occasion dinners where the view and the provenance of ingredients matter as much as the cooking. The space’s intimacy and quieter register also make it appropriate for small celebratory meals or intimate milestone dinners, when guests want a refined, place-centred experience rather than a high-energy, performative tasting.
Ordering Tips
Menus at OneEighty are organised around local produce and coastal ingredients, so ordering with terroir in mind rewards the table. Look for dishes that explicitly reference Cape regions, the coastline or seasonality; those plates are most likely to express the restaurant’s declared "Expression of the Terroir." Given the kitchen’s emphasis on legible, considered flavours rather than sheer technical display, opt for a selection of plates that showcase different local sources—seafood, regional vegetables and farm produce—to get a rounded sense of the kitchen’s place-based argument.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, sophisticated home-like atmosphere with natural light, art collection, and terrace seating overlooking the ocean.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Planning details
Location
180 Kloof Rd, Bantry Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If you can't get the table
Try Ellerman House first if the group wants a similarly polished Atlantic-side feel. Try Salsify at the Roundhouse if the priority is a more destination-led Cape Town dining experience.
Restaurant context
How OneEighty compares in Cape Town
OneEighty is the more practical choice if availability and a calmer Bantry Bay setting matter. Salsify at the Roundhouse, PIER, Salon, and The Test Kitchen are stronger cross-shops for diners prioritising Cape Town's higher-profile tasting-menu circuit, while OneEighty is easier to slot into a short itinerary.
For ambiance, Ellerman House is the closest comparison by area and polished South African framing. Choose OneEighty when the meal itself is the focus and the group wants lunch or dinner flexibility; choose Ellerman House when the surrounding hotel-style setting is the bigger part of the occasion.
Value is harder to judge without a listed price, so use booking friction as the deciding factor. If Salsify at the Roundhouse, PIER, Salon, or The Test Kitchen is unavailable, OneEighty is the sensible South African fallback rather than a compromise for diners who want a composed, quieter meal.
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Compare OneEighty
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| OneEighty | Cape Town | South African | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Ellerman House | Bantry Bay | South African | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Salsify at the Roundhouse | Cape Town | South African | 2025 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #88We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 The Best Chef One Knife |
| PIER | Cape Town | South African | Star Wine Lists 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 The Best Chef One Knife |
| Salon | Cape Town | South African | 2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants |
| The Test Kitchen | Cape Town | South African | 2019 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #442018 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #502016 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #222015 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #282014 World's 50 Best Restaurants · #48 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at OneEighty?
Both are listed daily. OneEighty is open from 12:30–2:30 PM and 6–10 PM every day, so the better choice depends on your schedule and the kind of occasion you are planning. Confirm availability directly before committing to a specific meal time.
How far ahead should I book OneEighty?
Is OneEighty good for solo dining?
The restaurant does not specify a solo-dining setup, counter seating, or a particular service format. If you are dining alone, ask the restaurant what table options are available for your preferred lunch or dinner slot. You can also compare availability with PIER or Salon if you are considering other Cape Town options.
Is OneEighty good for a special occasion?
It can be a candidate for a special occasion if South African cuisine in Cape Town fits the plan. The confirmed anchors are chef/owner Christophe Moret, smart casual dress, daily lunch and dinner service, the Relais Chateaux Award (2026). Ellerman House is another Cape Town option to compare if you are deciding between restaurants.
What should I order at OneEighty?
The safest approach is to review the current menu with the restaurant and order according to its South African cuisine direction. If you are comparing broader Cape Town choices, The Test Kitchen is another name to consider.
What are alternatives to OneEighty in Cape Town?
Other Cape Town restaurants to compare include Salsify at the Roundhouse, PIER, Salon, Ellerman House, The Test Kitchen. Use current menus, availability, the occasion you are planning to decide which is the best fit.
Does OneEighty handle dietary restrictions?
If you have allergies or dietary restrictions, contact OneEighty directly before booking a lunch or dinner slot.
