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Prime cuts: Cape Town’s 5 best steak houses

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The best steak houses in Cape Town

Finding a great steak in Cape Town is about more than just the meat – it’s about the entire experience. Whether you’re looking for a no-nonsense butcher’s approach, a refined wine pairing or a historic setting that adds character to your meal, Cape Town has a steakhouse to match. In this guide, we’ll explore the best steak houses in Cape Town, where quality meat, expert preparation, and a warm atmosphere come together to create an exceptional dining experience.

Iron Steak & Bar

Iron Steak & Bar is where you go for a steak experience that’s as ironclad as its name suggests. This steakhouse prides itself on offering high-quality, flame-grilled steaks with a focus on sustainability. Every cut of beef here is sourced from free-range, grass-fed cattle, ensuring you get a steak that’s both delicious and responsibly sourced. The dining experience at Iron Steak & Bar is casual yet refined, with a fun, energetic atmosphere that’s perfect for a night out with friends or a relaxed dinner date. One unique feature that sets Iron Steak & Bar apart is its complimentary soft-serve ice cream, a sweet touch to end your meal on a high note.

Iron Steak & Bar
114 Bree St
Cape Town
South Africa

Photography courtesy of Iron Steak & Bar

Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House

Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House has mastered the art of dry-ageing – a process where premium cuts of beef are aged for up to 28 days in a controlled environment. This technique allows the meat’s natural enzymes to break down muscle tissue, resulting in a steak that is incredibly tender, with concentrated flavours that are both rich and complex. Their signature cuts, including the 28-day aged rib-eye and the tomahawk steak, are seasoned simply to let the natural flavours shine through. Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House’s location in Camps Bay is perfect if you like a view with your steak. The floor-to-ceiling windows provide stunning views of the ocean. This makes it an ideal spot not just for an exceptional steak dinner, but for soaking in Cape Town’s iconic sunsets.

Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House
Shop 1 The Promenade Shopping Centre
85 Victoria Rd
Camps Bay
Cape Town
South Africa

Photography courtesy of Bo-Vine Wine & Grill House

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The Butcher Shop & Grill

The Butcher Shop & Grill is a Cape Town institution, offering a true farm-to-fork experience. Located at the V&A Waterfront, this steakhouse has been a favourite among locals and tourists, thanks to its commitment to serving the highest quality meats. What makes The Butcher Shop & Grill unique is its on-site butchery, where diners can select their preferred cuts directly from the display counter. Their beef is aged on-site for up to 40 days, a process that deepens the flavour and tenderises the meat. Alongside local South African cuts, the menu features a selection of specialty meats, including Wagyu, catering to both traditional and adventurous palates. Their wine list features some of South Africa’s best wines, their knowledgeable waiters will happily pair the perfect wine with your steak.

The Butcher Shop & Grill
125 Beach Rd
Mouille Point
Cape Town
South Africa

Photography courtesy of The Butcher Shop & Grill

Patina Steak & Wine

Patina Steak & Wine is where steak meets a sense of occasion. Tucked away in the leafy Newlands suburb, Patina offers a dining experience that’s intimate and refined, focusing on the essentials: high-quality meat and perfectly paired wines. Unlike larger, bustling steakhouses, Patina keeps things simple, letting the food speak for itself. And we think the rib-eye steak speaks volumes! Pair it with one of the boutique wines they have on offer and you are set for an unforgettable steak experience. The restaurant’s design features a palette of deep, earthy tones accented by warm lighting, giving the space a rich, welcoming glow. Natural materials like wood and leather are used throughout, adding texture and a sense of craftsmanship. The open-plan layout includes a view of the kitchen, where you can catch glimpses of the chefs at work, grilling steaks over an open flame.

Patina Steak & Wine
37 Dean St
Newlands
Cape Town
South Africa

Photography courtesy of Patina Steak & Wine

Carne Keerom

Carne Keerom, located in a beautifully restored 17th-century building in Cape Town’s City Bowl, offers a unique steakhouse experience that blends history with contemporary cuisine. The restaurant’s interior is a nod to its heritage, with exposed brick walls, high ceilings and wooden beams creating a warm, rustic atmosphere. Carne Keerom is the brainchild of renowned Italian chef Giorgio Nava, who brings his expertise in butchery and passion for quality meat to the table. The menu is a carnivore’s dream, featuring a wide range of cuts sourced from Nava’s own Karoo farm. Signature dishes include the Fiorentina, a Tuscan-style T-bone steak and the Picanha, a tender rump cap that’s a favourite in Brazil.