Buena Vista Social Café in Green Point, Cape Town, South Africa | Restaurant

There are few restaurants in Cape Town that can compete with Buena Vista when it comes to providing an authentic atmosphere. The Cuban feel is unmistakable from the moment you climb the somewhat shabby staircase with its faded paintwork. An eclectic assortment of furniture harmonises perfectly with the natural brick walls which display a myriad of prints, photos and paintings depicting Cuban culture. The mood is enhanced by listening to a selection of classic and contemporary Latino music whilst enjoying one of the many superb cocktails on offer.
The traditional menu offers an excellent selection of Tapas (both hot and cold) such as the Pollo Rollo - chicken breast stuffed with olives and sweet peppers, or for the more adventurous, the Chilli Poppers - hot Jalapeno chillies stuffed with feta and cream cheese, battered and deep-fried. If you fancy a salad but are tired of the usual French or Greek, Buena Vista offers two deliciously different options. Try the Cous Cous Salad with chick peas, chilli, avocado and dried apricots which is a perfect choice for vegetarians, or the Lamb and Spinach Salad with sunflower seeds and croutons for an unusual combination of texture and taste. For an impressive main course the Lamb al Ron (slices of roast lamb and peppers in a Cuban rum and creamy spiced salsa sauce) is highly recommended.