After a long hike, or a scenic ride up the cableway, the Table Mountain Café offers a well earned stop to relax and refuel before heading back down. The café operates on a self service, buffet style basis, with ample seating both indoors and outdoors, giving guests the choice of dining inside or alfresco while taking in the views, all from 1,086 meters above sea level.
Running a restaurant at this altitude comes with genuine logistical challenges. The café works closely with the Lower Cableway Station each day, with much of the food prepped there before opening and sent up via the cableway. This helps keep the kitchen running efficiently, given the limited space available at the summit, and allows food and beverages to be ready quickly once an order is placed.
What’s on the Menu
Breakfast is served each morning from opening time until around 11h30, and typically includes muffins, pastries, pizza, and a seasonal cold and hot buffet selection.
From late morning onward, the lunch menu shifts to a variety of light meals, which have included pies, roast meats, hot vegetables, fresh fruit, salads, and a rotating chef’s special.
A beverage menu is also available, offering hot and cold drinks, beer, and a wine list, alongside separate menus for children and pensioners.
Exact hours, pricing, and menu items can change from season to season, so it is worth checking current details on the official Table Mountain Cableway website closer to your visit.
Shopping at the Summit
For those looking to pick up a souvenir before heading back down, several small shops are dotted around the summit. The Visitor’s Centre offers insight into the mountain alongside its retail offering, while the Shop at the Top and Little Shop at the Top sit closer to the café and cableway station respectively. The Exit Shop, located at the Lower Cableway Station, is a good last stop for a purchase on your way out, and a small kiosk near the summit also sells snacks and treats for those on the move.
