Black Sheep Restaurant
Discover a vibrant Cape Town dining spot with a 4.6-star rating. Experience delicious food and lively atmosphere. Reserve your table today!
Seasonal ingredients and blackboard specials at modern Cape restaurant with Table Mountain view.
About Black Sheep Restaurant
Nestled on Kloof Street in the heart of Gardens, this popular establishment offers a lively and convivial dining experience. With a strong rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, it's a firm favorite among locals and visitors alike. The atmosphere is described as vibrant and engaging, perfect for those who appreciate a spirited ambiance. While it can be a bit on the louder side, the stylish setting and the quality of the food make it a memorable stop. Diners often highlight the overall success of their culinary evenings here, with many spontaneously discovering its charm and being warmly welcomed, even when opting for bar seating. This spot provides a taste of Cape Town's dynamic food scene.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Casual)
Relaxed and laid-back atmosphere
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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Why Travelers Love Black Sheep
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
A Fantastic Culinary Evening – Absolutely Recommended! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our visit to the Black Sheep Restaurant was a complete success! We found this place through Google and decided to stop by spontaneously. Even though no regular table was available, we were warmly welcomed and seated at the bar. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very vibrant and convivial, which we generally like. However, it's good to be prepared for a lively and loud ambiance, as the sound does carry in the stylish space. The bar stools might not be the ultimate comfort for a very long stay, but this minor point did not detract from our overall wonderful experience. The staff was consistently exceptionally friendly, attentive, and polite – truly pleasant service! But the absolute highlight was the food. Words almost aren't necessary – one look at the photos from other Google users says more than a thousand words. It was simply perfect all around and deserves a full 5 stars! A special thank you goes to the chef and the entire kitchen team. Without this outstanding culinary skill, the place would not be what it is. Warm regards and thank you for a memorable evening Hands down best restaurant we've been to in SA. Impeccable service and fabulous dishes. We went twice what we normally never do. Loved each time and we had the opportunity to taste many dishes. So sad we have to return to our home country. Best to make reservations since even in low season it can become pretty crowded. The food was comforting, refined, an un-pretentious. We ordered a combination of meat-based dishes and vegetarian and all were outstanding. If we had had another night in Cape Town, we would have returned. It is definitely worth a visit and make sure you book in advance.
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Recent Reviews
Amerikanische S.
October 18, 2025
A Fantastic Culinary Evening – Absolutely Recommended! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our visit to the Black Sheep Restaurant was a complete success! We found this place through Google and decided to stop by spontaneously. Even though no regular table was available, we were warmly welcomed and seated at the bar. The atmosphere in the restaurant is very vibrant and convivial, which we generally like. However, it's good to be prepared for a lively and loud ambiance, as the sound does carry in the stylish space. The bar stools might not be the ultimate comfort for a very long stay, but this minor point did not detract from our overall wonderful experience. The staff was consistently exceptionally friendly, attentive, and polite – truly pleasant service! But the absolute highlight was the food. Words almost aren't necessary – one look at the photos from other Google users says more than a thousand words. It was simply perfect all around and deserves a full 5 stars! A special thank you goes to the chef and the entire kitchen team. Without this outstanding culinary skill, the place would not be what it is. Warm regards and thank you for a memorable evening
Stijn V.
July 25, 2025
Hands down best restaurant we've been to in SA. Impeccable service and fabulous dishes. We went twice what we normally never do. Loved each time and we had the opportunity to taste many dishes. So sad we have to return to our home country. Best to make reservations since even in low season it can become pretty crowded.
Amanda G.
August 31, 2025
The food was comforting, refined, an un-pretentious. We ordered a combination of meat-based dishes and vegetarian and all were outstanding. If we had had another night in Cape Town, we would have returned. It is definitely worth a visit and make sure you book in advance.
Anthony C.
May 28, 2025
The food was so good we came here twice. I would definitely recommend the kudu steak because it is really well cooked, and the garnish and citric sauce really complement the meat. The tuna was also great as well as the sides and desserts. Would highly recommend this place and you should book during peak hours as it is popular
Nesh M.
July 31, 2025
Creative combinations with good ingredients. Bold flavour profiles with attention to textures and balance. A great many dishes catering to vegetarian palates and they’re all delicious - my favourite being the cauliflower starter.
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make Black Sheep special
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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