The Sanctuary:
A Place of Refuge and Protection
Built on over five decades of festive family celebrations, delicious home-cooked meals, world travels, and exposure to fresh flavours, we warmly welcome you to The Sanctuary. The road we’ve taken to get here has blessed us with warm smiles, abundant drinks, great conversations, laughter, and joy, often accompanied by unashamed song and cheer. Our aim is to evoke fond and familiar memories through reinventions of great food and our families favourite dishes – with an added twist and a touch of fresh imagination and experimentation.
The menu is a personal reflection, featuring foods we’ve cherished over many years. We hope it will evoke fond memories for you while creating new ones. Welcome to The Sanctuary; we promise to serve with love and a smile. Please join us in celebrating this moment.
The Sanctuary in Cape Town, located on lively Kloof Street at the foot of Table Mountain, offers a unique dining experience. With a focus on homely food elevated by a modern twist, the restaurant serves dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients. The added charm of a rooftop pool with stunning Table Mountain views makes The Sanctuary a perfect place to relax and enjoy South African cuisine while immersing yourself in the city’s atmosphere.
Kloof Menu
Please note that the pool and pool loungers are exclusively reserved for guests of Kloof Street Hotel.
The Sanctuary in Plettenberg Bay, located at the top of vibrant Main Street, is a culinary haven that beautifully complements the stunning backdrop of the Garden Route. The restaurant is more than a place to dine; it’s a storytelling experience where each meal weaves together local flavours and history. The Sanctuary brings a fresh and passionate approach to dining, offering a taste of Plettenberg Bay’s essence in every dish.
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this restaurant is your gateway to a remarkable culinary journey in this coastal paradise.
Plett Menu
Kindly be informed that additional day rates for pool access will apply to external guests. For bookings and inquiries, please reach out to us at plettqsanctuary@lionroars.com.
Events
At the Sanctuary Restaurant, we bring you a vibrant monthly lineup of events, from our monthly wine pairing dinners to art exhibitions and flavourful spit-braais. Every Friday evening at Sanctuary Cape Town, groove to the soulful tunes of live jazz featuring South Africa’s finest talents. Plus, we’re your one-stop destination for customisable private events, including small weddings, celebrations, baby showers, team building, conferences and more.
Our events are updated monthly; please get in touch with us to stay informed about the latest happenings.
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