The Wes Bistro

The Wes Bistro Where French bistro flair meets playful Wes Anderson'esque quirk on Shortmarket Street, Cape Town.

Cowgirl country arrives in Cape Town for one night only.From the rugged slopes of the Olifantsberg Mountain in the Breed...
24/07/2026

Cowgirl country arrives in Cape Town for one night only.

From the rugged slopes of the Olifantsberg Mountain in the Breede Valley come wines shaped by tough weather, resilient vines and the steady hands of Ferdi and Elizma Visser.

On Friday, 31 July, Winemaker Elizma joins us at The Wes for an evening of generous plates, considered pours and conversation that carries easily from one course to the next.

Chef Dennis Luke’s menu begins with grilled butternut carpaccio or delicate white fish ceviche with caviar and citrus. From there, choose between herbed smoked venison fillet with glazed baby carrots and raisin jus, or caramelised sweet potato with whipped feta mousse.

Each course will be paired with a selection of Olifantsberg wines, including Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Roussanne, Chenin and the estate’s flagship red and white blends.

The final scene belongs to deconstructed tiramisu or a tableside cheese cart featuring South African artisan selections.
Places are filling quickly, so book your seat before the last table is spoken for.

Book via the link in our bio.

Dine with Wine at The Wes
Friday, 31 July | 18h00
R595 per person

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| Wild mushroom medley - served with olive oil pea purée, grilled courgettes, and truffled pommes boulangère - be formal...
23/07/2026

| Wild mushroom medley - served with olive oil pea purée, grilled courgettes, and truffled pommes boulangère - be formally adopted as a dish of extraordinary merit.

Available on our Winter Set Menu, daily for lunch or dinner.

Book your seat at the table via the link in our bio.

📸 Future House Productions

| The profiteroles have entered the room.Preceded by their reputation. Accompanied by anticipation. Followed, shortly, b...
20/07/2026

| The profiteroles have entered the room.

Preceded by their reputation. Accompanied by anticipation. Followed, shortly, by complete and utter satisfaction.
Our chocolate profiteroles are how all evenings should end - or, on occasion, how they should begin.

📍 55 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town

Reserve your table for this evening via the link in our bio.

📸 Future House Productions

A DISPATCH FROM BEHIND THE YELLOW CURTAIN.| Our signature Wes Andersonesque cocktails are injected with love of whimsy a...
17/07/2026

A DISPATCH FROM BEHIND THE YELLOW CURTAIN.

| Our signature Wes Andersonesque cocktails are injected with love of whimsy and the film director's sense of quirky play. You'll find divine drinks such as The Grand Budapest: Hendricks gin, lavender, rosemary, freshly pressed lemon and egg white and Captain Steve Zissou’s Revenge (named after Wes Anderson’s The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou): Stolichnaya vodka, Campari, blue Curaçao, lemon, cranberry juice and soda- "a daring mix to lure the beast from the sea”.

Or opt for a sneaky Mr Fox’s Sly Bourbon (inspired by the movie Fantastic Mr Fox) is “a clever blend that captures the essence of mischief and charm”: Woodford Reserve bourbon, brown butter, aromatic bitters, fresh orange, lemon and cherry.

Well-crafted martinis, negronis, palomas and other classic cocktails are also poured at our elegant bar, with its illuminated arched mirrored alcoves.

Open Tue–Sat: 7am – 11pm
Open Sun–Mon: 7am – 5pm

Secure your evening table via the link in our bio or simply pop in for a drink and a snack at the bar.

📸 Future House Productions

| Saturday at The Wes - a limited engagement.The Wes is where sophistication meets playful quirk in the culinary heart o...
13/07/2026

| Saturday at The Wes - a limited engagement.

The Wes is where sophistication meets playful quirk in the culinary heart of Cape Town. Located on historic Shortmarket Street .co.za.

Reserve table spot via the link in our bio.

Runs: today only, 7am until 11pm.
Dress code: come as you are.
Running time: as long as you'd like.

📍 55 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town

| The belle of the ball - The Wes's chicken liver parfait looking all dainty and divine.This is how we begin a meal - wi...
10/07/2026

| The belle of the ball - The Wes's chicken liver parfait looking all dainty and divine.

This is how we begin a meal - with intention, with craft, and with the understanding that a good starter is not merely a precursor. It is an event on its own.

Book the full three-course Winter Menu experience @
📸 Future House Productions

QUI, CHEF!| We’re proud to introduce our new Head Chef – Dennis Luke. Chef Dennis recently returned to Cape Town after f...
08/07/2026

QUI, CHEF!

| We’re proud to introduce our new Head Chef – Dennis Luke. Chef Dennis recently returned to Cape Town after four years in Dubai where he led the kitchen of the Flamingo Room – a hot dining spot in the mega city. Chef has already been stirring a storm in a tea cup making delicious changes to The Wes menu with an emphasis on quintessential bistro table side service and chalk board specials including a wine selection of the month.

Chef Dennis looks forward to cooking for you!

🏆 BEST BISTRO IN CAPE TOWN + WINELANDS | LUXE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS '26

BOOK VIA THE THE LINK IN OUR BIO.

| From the slopes of the Olifantsberg Mountain in the Breede Valley comes glorious estate wines from Olifantsberg Vineya...
07/07/2026

| From the slopes of the Olifantsberg Mountain in the Breede Valley comes glorious estate wines from Olifantsberg Vineyards. This is cowboy country, where the weather is tough and the vines are even tougher.

Ferdi and Elizma Visser craft exceptional Grenache, Syrah, Mouvèdre, Rousanne, and Chenin - wines that you'll be able to enjoy on the evening of Friday, 31st paired with a delicious menu by Chef Dennis Luke.

Commence le soirée with grilled butternut carpaccio or a delicate white fish ceviche, finished with caviar and citrus. Move on to herbed smoked venison fillet with glazed baby carrots and a rich raisin jus, or a caramelised sweet potato with whipped feta mousse - each course paired with a glass from Olifantsberg's finest, including their flagship white and red blends. Close the evening with a deconstructed tiramisu or a cheese cart of South African artisan selections, served tableside.

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🏆 BEST BISTRO IN CAPE TOWN + WINELANDS | LUXE PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARDS '26

BOOK VIA THE THE LINK IN OUR BIO.

Wine. Dinner. A little ceremony.In that order. Always.The people of the Cape have been crafting world-class wine for cen...
04/07/2026

Wine. Dinner. A little ceremony.

In that order. Always.

The people of the Cape have been crafting world-class wine for centuries and our wine list is a love letter to her people and the region. From Constantia, to Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, the Hemel-en-Aarde, the Swartland - every glass is a window into the unique terroir of each region.

Best paired with our quintessential steak frites, a 200g entrecôte (rib-eye) with Café de Paris butter, served with hand-cut triple-fried pomme frites and a side of housemade mayonnaise.

📍 55 Shortmarket Street

Reserve your table via the link in our bio.

📸 Future House Productions

Address

55 Shortmarket Street
Cape Town
8000

Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 23:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 23:00
Thursday 07:00 - 23:00
Friday 07:00 - 23:00
Saturday 07:00 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 17:00

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