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The Test Kitchen

Shop 104 A / The Old Biscuit Mill | 375 Albert Road / Woodstock, South Africa
+27(0)21 4472337
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Ranked #6 of 909 restaurants in Cape Town
Cuisines: Contemporary
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Cape Town
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

The food was good however as a tasting menu, I felt it was a little cumbersome with flavours however will definitely go back! Very good wines.

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I opted for the 5 course meal when I went and was not disappointed. The food was interesting and complex. The flavors melded well together and the wines were delicious. I would definitely recommend this restaurant!

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Edmonds, Washington
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The Test Kitchen was one of the best dining experiences we had in Cape Town. We were able to sit at the counter and watch the extraordinary talent prepared each dish to perfection! Even though we chose the 5 course menu, we were given many extras which amounted to at least a 10 course meal! There were ample wait staff... More

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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

What an experience! I recommend that everybody should try this at least once. You get given three menus of which each table must choose one. There is a 3, 5 and 10 course option, We chose the 5 course menu. Each diner can then select their dishes, and there is a lot of options. Each dish is absolutely beautiful and... More

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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The Test Kitchen with Luke at the helm is by far the best experience you can have while dining in CapeTown. Your tastebuds will come alive as well as your eyes. Thanks Luke for another wonderful night, from visitors of Plettenberg Bay celebrating a special girl's birthday, Walda Meyer, who turned 30, and Christa Joubert who joined us for this... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Went to the Test Kitchen for lunch during our stay in Cape Town. THe food and service were outstanding. We had the 5 course lunch tasting menu and we were blown away by the quality and inventivenss of the dishes. Definately worth a visit although you will need to book well in advance of your visit to be on the... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

I feared the food might be over elaborate with silly pyramids and drizzles of this and that. Not so, the ingredients excellent and cooked with care and attention. The only downside was the wine because though well chosen was ludicrously overpriced.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

On the' to go'list of any foodie visiting Cape Town..You need to book in advance. expect long waiting list. Great to watch how all the dishes are prepared in front of you.lots of flavours and colours on the plate. Expect couple veggie only dishes on tasting Manu.

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New York City, New York
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Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

There's enough written about ho fantastic the food here is, how inventive the chef is, etc. Look up the menu, read the food press, etc. But what is really worth noting is how friendly and professional the service is and how amazing the wine pairing is. Our server was nice, helpful and very knowledgeable about all of the food and... More

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Hua hin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Not your every Saturday night lets go to dinner venue , but an amazing venue, great service and excellent food. 5 of us , we chose the 5 course menu with wines matched. Delight after delight .....not a word I use lightly! Great Non intrusive atmosphere from staff but knowledgable and attentive when needed. I won't explain the food ......go... More

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