Mother’s Day isn’t truly complete without a good Sunday afternoon meal spent with friends and family. Here are some recommendations for restaurants, cafes, and bars that are celebrating all the moms in the Mother City.
Mother’s Day at The Vineyard
Moms wanting a gentle afternoon can visit Morii at The Vineyard Hotel, where a harvest-style tea and Italian dining await. Guests can expect fresh tartlets, sweet petit desserts, and warm Mediterranean bites. Each attending mother gets a complimentary glass of MCC to celebrate the afternoon and pair with the acclaimed menu.
Cost: R495 per person. Bookings can be made by emailing [email protected] or calling 021 657 4500.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 2pm – 5pm
Where: Morii Restaurant, The Vineyard Hotel, 60 Colinton Rd, Newlands, Cape Town
VIB Cafe
Outside of the raucous lunch buffets and loud music, VIB Cafe is hosting three intimate experiences to celebrate moms with the attention they deserve. Set in a modern, pink- and flower-forward cafe space, guests choose between a morning breakfast celebration, a midday lunch honour, and a signature afternoon tea – all with options to ensure everyone is accommodated. Each package is less than R200 per person, making it one of the most affordable outings for families trying not to break the bank.
Cost: R110 (Breakfast) | R175 (Lunch) | R195 (Tea). Bookings for each experience can be made on Quicket.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 8am – 10.30am (Breakfast) | 11.30am – 2pm (Lunch) | 2.30pm – 6pm (Tea)
Where: VIB Cafe on Albert Luxury Apartments, 1 Albert Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town
Sip & Paint at Mozambik
An ideal option for a one-on-one celebration, this experience has mom and child paint each other throughout the afternoon, and both artworks can be taken home as special keepsakes. All the while, guests enjoy Mozambik’s Afro-Porto lunch menu, featuring plenty of seafood, grills, and salads, as they gaze at the Mother City across the ocean.
Cost: R300 per person. Book now on Quicket.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 12.30pm – 3.30pm
Where: Mozambik Bloubergstrand, Shop 50, Eden on the Bay, Big Bay, Cape Town
South Hill Vineyards
Here, moms enjoy a welcome drink, live music, and entertaining games while indulging in a generous buffet feast. The traditional dishes include roast lamb, crispy potato wedges, Yorkshire puddings, and more Sunday roast favourites. Set in the scenic South Hill Vineyards, guests enjoy a hearty meal while gazing out at the lush lawns just by the foot of the Hottentots-Holland Mountain.
Cost: R450 per person. Booking essential via [email protected] or Whatsapp 0682953128.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | From 12pm
Where: South Hill Vineyards, 113 Valley Rd, Elgin, Grabouw
Kloof Street House
The trendy Tamboerskloof eatery is hosting two sets of Mother’s Day celebrations. Their brunch menu is available in the morning and features many traditional English breakfast options, nutritious granola for the health-conscious, and orange crêpe brûlée. Later in the day, Kloof Street House offers diners dishes from its à la carte menu, known for its diverse range of small plates, including high-quality seafood and wagyu steak.
The Mother’s Day experience is accompanied by live jazz by local band Mr Keys and the Funky Munks.
Cost: R300 deposit per person. Reservations can be made by contacting [email protected] or 021 423 4413, or by using the website.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 10am – 12pm (brunch) | 12pm – 4pm (lunch)
Where: Kloof Street House, 30 Kloof St, Gardens
Scala Pasta
With a menu crafted by Michelin-star Italian chef Luciano Monosilio, Scala Pasta offers a premium Mediterranean experience, with a particular focus on fresh pasta and local wines. This Mother’s Day, the restaurant serves an Italian-inspired set menu with two- and three-course options featuring light antipasti and traditional pasta dishes.
Cost: R349 pp (2-course) | R499 pp (3-course). Reservations can be made on the website.
When: Sunday, May 10 2026 | 12pm – 10:30pm
Where: 81 Church Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
Luxury Mother’s Day Lunch at Vivaldi
Moms wanting a truly fine-dining experience can reserve a table at Vivaldi, the opulent restaurant found in the Waterfront’s Onomo Hotel. The menu features grilled sirloin, kingklip, or chickpea curry, and a rich mocha mousse as dessert, alongside a complimentary glass of wine and live music throughout the afternoon.
Cost: R595 per person. Reserve a table using Dineplan.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 12.30pm – 3pm
Where: Vivaldi, 24 Alfred St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
Breakfast, Lunch & Picnic at Benguela Cove
Found where rolling vineyards meet the ocean, Benguela Cove hosts a layered experience for moms this May. Featuring a separate brunch and lunch menu from Moody Lagoon Restaurant, gourmet curated picnics in the outdoors, and even the option of an hour-long cruise, Benguela Cove Wine Estate has many offerings to plan a special Mother’s Day itinerary.
Adults can enjoy fine wine, good food, and lagoon views, while kids can join their friends for a variety of daytime activities, including a pirate-themed golf tournament. Those with a particular penchant for wine can embark on a vineyard safari, experience guided tastings, and even tour the cellars. All offers are sold separately.
Cost: R850 per person (lunch). Book on the website.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 9.30am – 5pm
Where: Benguela Cove Wine Estate, R43, Botriver Lagoon Walker Bay, Hermanus
Month of HER
This May, Cape Grace is dedicating the entire month to women, for mothers, daughters, and sisters alike.
Her Afternoon Tea is served every weekend in May and is curated by Amanda Strydom, Cape Grace’s Food and Beverage director. The occasion features many Heirloom Restaurant favourites, from gourmet finger sandwiches to warm scones with all the fillings.
Interested guests can pair this experience with a 60-minute Swedish massage, giving all women the opportunity to relax, restore, and reset. Fairmont Spa’s full treatment menu remains available, alongside the seasonal Autumn Harmony Ritual.
Cost: R550 (Afternoon Tea) | R1995 per person (including spa treatment). Reservations can be made on the website.
When: Thursday through Sunday | Bookings at 2.30pm, 3pm, or 3.30pm (Afternoon Tea) | From 2.30pm (including spa treatment)
Where: Heirloom Restaurant at the Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, W Quay Rd, V&A Waterfront
High Tea at Twelve Apostles Hotel & Bar
With a panoramic view of the Atlantic Seaboard, Twelve Apostles’ Leopard Bar is hosting a special High Tea with finger sandwiches, handcrafted pastries, fresh scones, and more. Featuring an extensive wine and cocktail list, ocean views, and soft live music, this event is for moms wanting a luxurious but relaxed afternoon.
Those wanting a bigger celebration can book seats for the full Sunday lunch buffet at Azure Restaurant, featuring fresh salads, hot roasts, dessert, and more.
Cost: R625 per person (Tea) | R895 per person (Lunch). Guests can book by contacting [email protected] or call directly on 021 437 9000.
When: 8 – 10 May 2026, 10am – 4pm (Tea) | 10 May 2026, 12.30pm – 4pm (Lunch)
Where: The Twelve Apostles Hotel And Spa, Victoria Rd, Oudekraal (Nature Reserve), Cape Town
Lunch Buffet at Pepperclub Hotel
With a complimentary welcome drink, an elegantly designed setting in the heart of the city, and an assortment of salads alongside a hearty carvery, the Pepperclub Hotel offers the chance to treat mom to a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day lunch buffet. Guests can look forward to a selection of desserts, a sleek interior, and numerous surprises throughout the day.
Cost: R395 per adult | R200 per child (2–12). Book via Dineplan.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2025 | 12pm – 4pm
Where: Pepperclub Hotel, Cnr Loop and Pepper Street, Cape Town.
Lunch Buffet at Bistro31
Bistro31, located at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Woodstock, is once again hosting a generous Mother’s Day lunch buffet. The extensive cuisine list includes a selection of salads, slow-roasted lamb and rosemary sirloin carvery, hot vegetable sides, and fresh desserts (featuring local favourites like malva pudding and milk tart).
On the ground floor of the lavish Hilton, Bistro31’s refined decor and lively atmosphere make it an ideal choice for treating moms to an urban lunch experience.
Cost: R450 per person. Bookings can be made on Dineplan.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 12.30pm – 4.30pm
Where: DoubleTree by Hilton Cape Town Upper Eastside Hotel, 31 Brickfield Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town
Intimate High Tea Experience in Constantia
Musgrave Gin and uBlom celebrate Mother’s Day with a luxury high tea in an elegant home in the heart of Constantia.
Curated by Elsa van der Nest, who has cooked for Nelson Mandela, Queen Elizabeth II, and the world’s most celebrated Michelin-starred kitchens, this special occasion features buttery French sablés, rich flourless chocolate cake draped in chocolate ganache, and much more.
Guided by uBlom’s local florists, guests can also create their own bouquets, all while sipping on Musgrave Pink Gin or Musgrave Inspirit 0% for non-drinkers, guided by the gin’s creator, Simone Musgrave. Every guest leaves with a bottle of gin, their self-made bouquet, and a cupcake from Crumbs.
Cost: R1490 per person. Book via Quicket.
When: Sunday, 10 May | 1pm – 4pm
Where: Private home in Constantia. Ticket holders will be given the exact address.
Afternoon Tea at the One&Only
Served on bespoke stands with a great view of Table Mountain, Afternoon Tea at the One&Only Hotel’s Vista Bar and Lounge makes for a Mother’s Day experience worth dressing up for. Menu highlights include smoked salmon tartare, buttermilk scones, and lemon thyme and raspberry eclairs, accompanied by signature tea blends. Guests experience a scenic afternoon with treats, live music, warm drinks, and original South African-inspired cocktails.
Cost: R695 per person. Book now on Dineplan.
When: Sunday, 10 May 2026 | 2pm – 5pm
Where: Vista Bar & Lounge, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town
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