This relaxed fusion-glam eatery is the posh Vineyards Hotel & Spa outside Cape Town has all the makings of an über-hip, foodie hot spot, minus the hipsters. The well-heeled regulars come for chef Mike Basset's fusion flair, evidenced in dishes like the succulent char sui Japanese curry lamb, mouth-popping abalone, wild mushrooms, and wasabi caviar on soba noodles. High-backed sofas and black chandeliers lend a touch of Alice in Wonderland to the Art Deco-meets-Japanese-nightclub-cool aesthetic. Portions are tasting-menu-size, so plan to order three. Don't neglect the fabulous wine list, which features many of the country's best.
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