Comfort food and more adventurous dishes are served on small plates, perfect for sharing or assembling into a full meal.

We want to share our pleasure with you, no matter what your specific dietary requirements, which is why we are happy to provide vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

We source our ingredients locally, with a strong emphasis on sustainable, ethically farmed foodstuffs.

For us, this makes sense for two main reasons: it leaves a smaller footprint on the region and local ingredients, gathered close to Cape Town, just taste better.

That’s why, whether it’s succulents from the West Coast, Nguni beef or fish on the SASSI green list, you’ll be tasting the culinary heritage of the south-western Cape.

When it comes to meat we have a nose-to-tail philosophy; using as much of an animal as we can is not only less wasteful, but allows us to play with an exciting variety of taste combinations.

When it’s available we also serve local game, including kudu, blesbok and springbok.

However, since these are free-roaming animals ethically reared in natural bush, the natural cycles of nature dictate availability.

145 Kloof Street, Gardens, Cape Town • Opening Times: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 16:00 till late. Fridays & Saturdays from 13:00 till late. Mondays & Sundays Closed. info@darkhorsebar.co.za