Introducing Reuben's at One&Only Cape Town
One&Only Cape Town is thrilled to be home to Reuben Riffel's first urban restaurant, showcasing a menu that is deceptively simple with its wholesome bistro fare, fresh flavours, generous portions and beautifully plated dishes. Reuben's has a sophisticated, yet relaxed, brasserie ambience and the food provides the exciting combination of local flavours that one would expect from one of South Africa's most loved chefs, Reuben Riffel.
Riffel rose to fame when his first restaurant, Reuben's, opened to much acclaim in the historical town of Franschhoek in 2004. It has since won the coveted Eat Out 'Restaurant of the Year' and 'Chef of the Year' awards.
Reuben's appeals to the culinary side of the soul and will be enjoyed by both young and old alike.
Reuben's A la Carte - Winter MenuReuben's Sunday Buffet MenuReuben's Beverage MenuVicky's Tasting Menu 1Vicky's Tasting Menu 2
Wine & Dine Evenings:One&Only Cape Town’s Head Sommelier, Luvo Ntezo, and celebrity chef, Reuben Riffel, have worked with some of the top winemakers in the country to present these fabulous Wine&Dine evenings - where the finest ingredients are transformed into culinary delights, and perfectly paired with the very best of South African wines. Joined by celebrity MC, Aubrey Ngcungama, these evenings are guaranteed to be enjoyed by all.
2013 Programme:26th June 2013 - Simonsig

31st July 2013 - Kanonkop
28th August 2013 - The Bernard Series
25th September 2013 - De Wetshof
30th October 2013 - Ernie Els
27th November 2013 - Haute Cabriere
Reuben's Tasting TableThe Reuben's Tasting Table, located on a mezzanine platform overlooking the main restaurant, is available for private dining for a maximum of 12 guests and is ideal for any special occasion such as birthday celebrations, business luncheons or family gatherings. Personalised menu options can be designed to suit any occasion from Tasting Menu's, Wine Pairing Menus, Set Menu’s or a’ la Carte.
Vicky’s Tasting MenuChoose from two seven-course gastronomic journeys developed by Chef de Cuisine Victoria Stott. Begin the journey in Vista Bar & Lounge with Sparkling Wine and canapés and then move across to the private Tasting Table situated on its own mezzanine level overlooking Reuben’s. Receive either a Reuben’s Chef’s Hat or Apron and allow Vicky to guide you through a memorable dining experience.
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Thursday Nights with Reuben and VickyJoin Reuben as he and Chef de cuisine Victoria Stott interact upfront every Thursday evening demonstrating some of Reuben's signature dishes. The perfect winter evening’s excursion and an ideal way to entertain clients, to celebrate a birthday or to add some fun to a girls’ night out.
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Winter Warmer Lunch SpecialThe Reuben’s Business Lunch caters perfectly for time-strapped guests with an unbeatable three-course offering of a wholesome seasonal soup, a gourmet sandwich and a decadent pudding, all for just R125 per person. This winter lunch menu changes daily and will be available to enjoy in both Reuben’s and Vista Bar & Lounge.
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Reuben's ReservationsHours of operation
Breakfast: 6.30am to 11am
Lunch: 12.30pm to 3pm
Dinner: 6.30pm to 10pm
The dress code for dinner at Reuben's is Smart Casual.
To reserve your table call Restaurant Reservations +27 21 431 4511 or +27 21 431 5888 or mail to
restaurant.reservations@oneandonlycapetown.com.
For bookings of 10 guests or more, credit card authorisation will be required. For bookings of 8 guests or more, and where a set menu is selected, full pre-payment or credit card authorisation will be required.
Reuben’s FranschhoekKeeping things simple and letting the food and service do the talking is what you can expect to find at Reuben’s Franschhoek, Reuben Riffel’s first restaurant.
Like the cuisine, the restaurant exhibits a homely yet sophisticated atmosphere where guests can enjoy their meals in an unhurried setting. Apart from the eclectic, regularly updated menu that lists a good number of Reuben’s favourites, specials of the day are scribbled on three large chalk boards against the wall. Like all of the meals, these specials are created to take advantage of the freshest ingredients as they become available and dishes are created on the inspiration of Chef Reuben Riffel.
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One&Only Cape Town is proud to announce, Reuben’s at One&Only Cape Town has been recognized and included in the prestigious American Express Platinum fine dining awards and programme for 2012