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The Opal Lounge

30 Kloof St | Gardens, Cape Town Central 8001, South Africa
27 21 422 4747
4.5 of 5 stars 154 Reviews
Price range: INR1,115 - INR1,393
Cuisines: Contemporary
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Outdoor seating, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: City Bowl
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154 reviews from our community

87% Recommend
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Oslo, Norway
Senior Contributor
23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

We had dinner at this restaurant on our last night in the city, and we had chosen this restaurant based on some of the reviews on tripadvisor. The location is central and easy to find. It's an old family home that has been changed into restaurant & bar with different rooms. The decor is nice but it's beginning to seem... More

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Norwich, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

We had a wonderful evening at the Opal Lounge. The decor is beautiful, even before you start eating you know it's going to be a good night. The welcome was very warm, all the staff were relaxed but professional, it is fine dining but it doesn't feel overly formal at all. Our waiter in particular went out of his way... More

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Leicester
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

This is by far the best cape town restaurant I have eaten at. Very classy, but not stuffy. The menu is simply and elegant. The food cooked and presented perfectly. Very reasonably priced too. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

My self and my partner got engaged in Cape Town and we went to the Opal Lounge for dinner. I have to say from start to finish the experience was fantastic. The staff were warm welcoming and professional, the food was to an exceptional standard, the prices were incredibly reasonable especially considering the quality. The restaurant would be a reason... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

Good experience especially since we walked in just before closing time. Didn't get to experience the food but music, decor and ambience were spot on. Looking forward to visiting again. More

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Nice ambience, excellent service completemented with great food. More

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Dubai
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

The food was very good, the Karan Beef Fillet for main course was great and could be cut with a butter knife. The starter of pork also was a winner. The selection of wines was good and reasonable. We had a waiter on his first night on the job and all considering he did a ok job. The decor was... More

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Windsor, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

We asked our hotel to book us a table and they sent us here, very happy they did! Decor was very us, borderline too dark but loved it! Food was bang on, fine dining, excellent value wines & friendly efficient service..  More

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Annemasse, France
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

This restaurant is perfect for a birthday or to have a romantic dinner. The food is exquisite, the staff very pleasant and helpful. There are various dining rooms, decorated in different styles. We had a local fish which was perfectly cooked and the sirloin was also delicious. Nice desserts also. Very nice experience! More

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Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2012
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people found this review helpful

We booked this restaurant following a recommendation from our hotel despite our reservations about dining somewhere that thought it cool to add "lounge" to their name. We arrived at the restaurant to find my pregnant wife and I placed on a table in the smoking area by the door, in an area which felt like we weren't quite worthy of... More

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