The Roundhouse
Clifton, Cape Town
Restaurant in Cape Town, South Africa
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Roundhouse is worth considering when flexibility matters: Camps Bay location, easy booking, and late-running evening hours make it useful for plans that may shift. It is less convincing as a food-led destination because cuisine, pricing, chef, and signature dishes are not clearly signposted, so compare it with Salsify at the Roundhouse, Omri, or OneEighty if the meal is the main event.
About The Roundhouse
The Roundhouse is a Cape Town venue with daily hours useful for flexible planning. It is open 12–11 PM Monday to Friday and 9 AM–11 PM on Saturday and Sunday, so weekend visits can start earlier than weekday visits.
The dress code is smart casual. Details about cuisine, signature items, menu format, price range, chef, awards, or service style are not available, so the safest way to plan is around timing and basic fit rather than a specific experience-led promise.
Better for flexible evenings than claim-chasing
This is a stronger fit when you need a Cape Town plan with late-running hours than when you are chasing a named chef, award trail, or specific item. If you are comparing options, Salsify at the Roundhouse, Omri, or OneEighty may be worth checking alongside The Roundhouse, depending on the kind of outing you want.
Because details on price, cuisine, booking difficulty, or menu are not available, avoid treating The Roundhouse as a guaranteed match for a particular style. Use the schedule and smart-casual dress code as the reliable planning points.
The decision: use it as a flexible Cape Town option
For a first-timer, the main thing to know is that The Roundhouse is in Cape Town, has a smart casual dress code, and daily hours are: 12–11 PM Monday to Friday, and 9 AM–11 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
For a broader trip plan, use Cape Town restaurant guide to compare options. Pair that with the Cape Town hotels guide, Cape Town bars guide, Cape Town wineries guide, and Cape Town experiences guide if The Roundhouse is part of a wider itinerary.
Quick reference: choose it when the hours and smart-casual dress code suit your plan; compare other Cape Town options if you need a more specific cuisine, menu, or price point before booking.
Planning details
- Location
- Round House Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
- Website
- thelawnsct.com
- Phone
- +27214384347
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Roundhouse leans on provenance and place. Housed in an 18th-century hunting lodge, it foregrounds thick whitewashed walls, generous proportions and an architectural calm that predates Cape Town’s restaurant scene. The terrace opens toward the Atlantic and the approach along Round House Road—past Lion’s Head as the light slips over Camps Bay—makes the setting an active part of the meal. The overall tone is classic and composed: a fine-dining room where history, altitude and aspect are as much a part of the experience as the food on the plate.
Best For
This is an evening destination for celebratory and reservation-driven dining. The Roundhouse excels when the occasion leans on setting—the kind of special-night-out where the view and the building matter as much as the menu. It suits date nights and milestone dinners, and it favors guests who come prepared to spend an evening enjoying architecture, Atlantic light and carefully paced service. In Cape Town’s fine-dining tier, the restaurant is meant for diners who prize atmosphere and provenance alongside culinary ambition.
Ordering Tips
Time your booking for late afternoon or early evening to enjoy the approach across Lion’s Head and the way the bay changes color as light fades. The terrace is a defining feature, so request outside seating if weather allows. On the menu, look to coastal and regional highlights—the Coal Roasted Oyster and West Coast Crayfish signal the restaurant’s affinity for Atlantic produce, while Karoo Lamb showcases inland meats—so build a tasting sequence that balances shellfish and meat to experience the kitchen’s range.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cosy contemporary setting blending retro mid-century leather and velvet chairs with crisp white linens, bold modern art, and whispers of historic charm.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Coal Roasted Oyster
- West Coast Crayfish
- Karoo Lamb
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Round House Rd, Camps Bay, Cape Town, 8005, South Africa
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to look if this does not fit
For a more food-led South African meal, start with Salsify at the Roundhouse. For a more casual Camps Bay alternative, Café Caprice is the easier social pick.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Cape Town
Salsify at the Roundhouse is the more compelling choice if the night is meant to be food-led, especially for diners seeking a clearly South African restaurant experience. The Roundhouse is easier to justify when flexibility and timing matter more than a defined culinary format.
Café Caprice is the more casual Camps Bay cross-shop, better for a lighter social plan than a full restaurant decision. Omri and OneEighty are better fits when contemporary or South African cooking is the main filter.
Ellerman House sits in a more occasion-driven lane. Choose it when the setting is part of a larger luxury stay or hosted evening; choose The Roundhouse when the brief is simpler: Cape Town dining that is easier to work into the day.
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Compare The Roundhouse
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Roundhouse | Cape Town | , | No published awards |
| 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 |
| Café Caprice | Cape Town | , | No published awards |
| Omri | Cape Town | Contemporary | No published awards |
| Ellerman House | Bantry Bay | South African | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| OneEighty | Cape Town | South African | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Roundhouse handle dietary restrictions?
Information about dietary restrictions or allergies is not available. Ask The Roundhouse directly before you book or visit if you have a specific restriction.
What should a first-timer know about The Roundhouse?
Treat it as a Cape Town venue with useful hours and a smart-casual dress code. It runs 12–11 PM Monday to Friday and 9 AM–11 PM on Saturday and Sunday.
What should I order at The Roundhouse?
Is daytime or evening better at The Roundhouse?
The hours support daytime and evening planning: 12–11 PM Monday to Friday and 9 AM–11 PM on weekends. Choose the time that best fits your Cape Town itinerary.
What are alternatives to The Roundhouse in Cape Town?
For comparison, you can also look at Salsify at the Roundhouse, Café Caprice, Ellerman House, OneEighty, and Omri, depending on the kind of Cape Town plan you are building.
Is The Roundhouse good for a special occasion?
It may work if the hours and smart-casual dress code fit your occasion. Information is not available about a special-occasion menu, price range, awards, or specific service format.
