Amura
TIME 2026 TIME World's Greatest Places · Prix Versailles World Selection · Conde Nast Hot List Restaurants
Our verdict
By turning mussels into blood sausage, reimagining tuna as a kind of fish jamón, and foraging cereals from the ocean floor, Ángel León helped redefine the possibilities of seafood-driven cuisine, establishing himself as among the more influential names in contemporary gastronomy. The Andalusian chef—who went on to create a three-Michelin-star temple to the sea in Puerto de Santa María—has now crossed to the South Atlantic for his first project outside Spain. Set inside Cape Town’s storied Moun
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The menu
What to order
- Plankton risotto with squid and garlic aioli
- Dry-aged sea bass with pil-pil sauce
- Yellowtail tartare with escabeche dressing
- Marine chorizo made entirely of seafood
- Mussel caramel with brown butter and seaweed
- Kingklip steamed with algae pil-pil
By turning mussels into blood sausage, reimagining tuna as a kind of fish jamón, and foraging cereals from the ocean floor, Ángel León helped redefine the possibilities of seafood-driven cuisine, establishing himself as among the more influential names in contemporary gastronomy. The Andalusian chef—who went on to create a three-Michelin-star temple to the sea in Puerto de Santa María—has now crossed to the South Atlantic for his first project outside Spain. Set inside Cape Town’s storied Moun
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Conde Nast Hot List Restaurants
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Prix Versailles World Selection
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TIME 2026 TIME World's Greatest Places
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Details
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Well Known
- Modern
- Intimate
- Date Night
- Business Dinner
- Group Dining
- Special Occasion
- Celebration
- After Work
- Chefs Counter
- Historic Building
- Design Destination
- Hotel Restaurant
- Extensive Wine List
- Craft Cocktails
- Sustainable Seafood
- Local Sourcing
- Garden
- Tasting Menu
- A La Carte
- Small Plates
- Wine
- Cocktails
- Pescatarian Friendly
- Allergy Accommodating
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6:30–9:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 6:30–9:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 6:30–9:30 PM
- Thursday
- 6:30–9:30 PM
- Friday
- 12:30–3:30 PM, 6:30–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 12:30–3:30 PM, 6:30–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:30–3:30 PM, 6:30–9:30 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Hours as of .
Immersive marine-inspired fine dining within the historic Mount Nelson hotel, featuring dramatic chandeliers, refined table settings and polished service that together evoke the depth and mystery of the ocean.
Around Amura
Amura is at 76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.
- Planet Bar, under 0.1 miles
- Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, under 0.1 miles
- ëlgr, 0.1 miles
- Vine & Dandy, 0.2 miles
- Aubergine, 0.2 miles
In the city
En Primeur Club covers 70 restaurants, 34 hotels, 24 bars and 13 wineries in Cape Town.
Booking
Reservations: Recommended. Contact Amura through its website and by phone at +27 21 483 1966.
Questions about Amura
- Where is Amura?
- Amura is at 76 Orange St, Gardens, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa.
- What recognition has Amura received?
- Amura is recognised by TIME 2026 TIME World's Greatest Places, Prix Versailles World Selection (2026) and Conde Nast Hot List Restaurants (2026).
- How do I book Amura?
- Reservations: Recommended. Contact Amura through its website and by phone at +27 21 483 1966.
- What else is near Amura?
- Nearby in Cape Town: Planet Bar (under 0.1 miles), Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town (under 0.1 miles) and ëlgr (0.1 miles).