Cape Town‘s dining scene continues to embrace experiences that bring together culture, flavour and a sense of place. Adding a fresh coastal perspective to the mix is Olive & Fig, a new Mediterranean-inspired kosher dairy restaurant at Premier Hotel Cape Town in Sea Point.

Just steps away from the famous Sea Point Promenade, the restaurant introduces a dining experience that celebrates seafood, seasonal vegetables and the kind of relaxed atmosphere that makes coastal living so appealing.

But what makes Olive & Fig interesting is its approach to the menu. Rather than allowing seafood to dominate the conversation, it gives vegetables an equally important place, creating an experience that speaks to pescatarians, vegetarians and diners looking for something beyond the usual restaurant offering.

A Coastal Menu With Mediterranean Character

Inspired by Mediterranean food culture, Olive & Fig’s menu explores fresh ingredients, bold flavours and familiar dishes with a contemporary twist.

Seafood takes centre stage through dishes such as salmon carpaccio with lemon, olive oil and chives, spicy tuna tartare with avocado and sriracha, and white-fish ceviche featuring lime and jalapeño.

For those who prefer something more substantial, there’s battered hake and chips alongside Norwegian salmon served with potato fondant and a lemon-and-lime velouté. The line fish of the day, paired with roasted pepper and sweet potato croquette, adds another seasonal option.

The approach is refreshingly straightforward: let the ingredients speak for themselves while using sauces, spices and accompaniments to build layers of flavour.

It’s a style of cooking that feels particularly at home in Cape Town, where the relationship between the ocean, fresh produce and food culture is part of everyday life.

Vegetables Deserve Their Own Spotlight

One of the more exciting aspects of Olive & Fig’s offering is that its vegetable dishes aren’t simply alternatives for guests who don’t eat seafood.

Eggplant carpaccio with tahini and date honey brings together contrasting textures and sweetness, while grilled halloumi salad offers a satisfying combination of Mediterranean flavours.

The menu also ventures further afield with classic and Balkan shakshuka, mushroom arancini and Tunisian cigars served with harissa and a tahini-yoghurt dip.

These dishes introduce different cultural influences while keeping the experience approachable.

For South Africa‘s increasingly diverse dining audience, this kind of menu creates room for different preferences around the same table. Whether you’re vegetarian, pescatarian or simply interested in exploring new flavours, there’s an opportunity to find something worth coming back for.

More Than a Meal, It’s a Sea Point Experience

Location plays an important role in the restaurant’s identity.

Situated at 1 Marais Road, Olive & Fig is positioned close to the Sea Point Promenade, one of Cape Town‘s most recognisable neighbourhood attractions.

It’s a natural setting for breakfast after a morning walk, a relaxed lunch with friends or dinner before taking in the Atlantic coastline.

For those with a sweet tooth, the dessert selection includes Basque cheesecake, pistachio lemon pie, crème brûlée and apple crumble.

The restaurant also welcomes celebrations, group bookings and private functions, making it an option for occasions that call for good food and a relaxed coastal setting.

Bringing Different Dining Traditions Together

Operating under the supervision of the Cape Beth Din, Olive & Fig introduces another dimension to Cape Town‘s hospitality landscape through its kosher dairy offering.

Importantly, its Mediterranean-inspired approach also creates a wider invitation to diners who may simply appreciate seafood, vegetable-led dishes and thoughtfully prepared food.

As Cape Town continues to attract locals and international visitors looking for distinctive food experiences, Olive & Fig adds another reason to explore Sea Point.

Sometimes, the best dining experiences aren’t about reinventing everything. They’re about bringing good ingredients, different influences and people together around the table.

Visit Olive & Fig

Location: Premier Hotel Cape Town, 1 Marais Road, Sea Point, Cape Town.

Operating hours:

• Sunday to Thursday: Breakfast from 10:00–12:30; lunch and dinner from 12:30–22:00.
• Friday: 09:00–15:00.
• Saturday: Closed.

Reservations: +27 21 430 3400

Email: kosher@premierhotels.co.za

Instagram: @oliveandfig_restaurant

Facebook: @oliveandfigrestaurant