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Restaurant

Upper Union

Cape Town, South Africa4.6(451 reviews)varies

About

Upper Union is a neighbourhood restaurant in Gardens with a focused, seasonal menu. Expect warm lighting, closely set tables, and the smell of something good coming from an open kitchen. Perfect for a relaxed dinner with someone you want to actually talk to.

Upper Union sits quietly on Upper Union Street in Gardens, drawing a loyal local crowd. The menu rotates with the seasons and keeps things focused. Dishes are precise without being precious, and portions are genuinely satisfying. The room feels lived-in and comfortable, with soft lighting and a low hum of conversation. Service is attentive but never hovering. The wine list leans toward natural and local producers. This is the kind of place you bookmark for a midweek dinner or a slow Sunday lunch. It rewards the people who live nearby and punishes those who sleep on a reservation.

Details

3 Upper Union St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

Opening hours

Monday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Friday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

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