A stylish, editor-curated food hall at the V&A Waterfront, part of the global Time Out Market brand. It gathers dishes from some of Cape Town’s most celebrated chefs and restaurants in one place, open daily from lunch into the evening.
Time Out Market Cape Town is a chef-led food hall where a rotating selection of the city’s most respected kitchens cook side by side. Every vendor is chosen by Time Out’s editors rather than simply renting a stall, so the line-up reflects genuine critical judgement about where the city is eating well.
That carefully curated mix is what makes Time Out different. Instead of committing to a single restaurant for the evening, you’re choosing from a shortlist that Time Out’s food editors have already selected for quality and variety.
Open from late morning until late evening, Time Out Market fits naturally into almost any Waterfront visit. Whether you’re stopping for lunch, meeting friends after work or looking for dinner before an evening on the harbour, free entry makes it easy to drop in without planning your day around it.
Food Experience
Time Out Market brings together some of Cape Town’s best-known restaurants and independent food businesses under one roof. Rather than dozens of similar food stalls, each kitchen offers its own speciality, giving visitors the chance to sample different flavours in a single meal.
Ordering happens across the hall rather than at one counter. A group can split up, order from different kitchens and still sit down together, which makes it genuinely useful for people whose tastes do not match. Communal tables are central to the layout rather than an afterthought.
The mood shifts as the day goes on, from a relaxed midday meal to a busier, more social evening once the bar counters fill. The hall is level throughout and comfortable in any weather, so it holds up as well for a quick stop as for a long evening.
Highlights
- Curated, chef-led food hall
- Dishes from Cape Town’s most celebrated kitchens
- Part of the global Time Out Market brand
- Stylish setting inside the V&A Waterfront
- Open daily from lunch into the evening
- Ideal for sampling across many kitchens
Tips
Go with a group so you can sample across several kitchens. Weekday visits are calmer than weekend evenings. Combine it with a wider Waterfront outing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is it open?
Sunday to Wednesday from 11:00 to 22:00, and Thursday to Saturday from 11:00 to 23:00.
How much does it cost to enter?
Entry is free.
What kind of food is there?
A curated, chef-led selection showcasing local flavours from top Cape Town kitchens.
Is there parking?
Yes, Waterfront parking is available, and cards and cash are accepted.
Is it family friendly?
Yes, it is family-friendly.
