Your guide to the hottest new V&A stores and restaurants

From world-class design to delectable Parisian delicacies, the Waterfront brings visitors the ultimate choices, in shops and eateries that are open seven days a week.

Atelier de Lunettes – Find luxury eyewear in a gallery-like setting. Shop for sunglasses from Fendi, Loewe, Givenchy, Stella McCartney, Bulgari, Fred, Vuarnet and more, with select eco-friendly options crafted from biomaterials.

Carlton Hair – Since 1968, Carlton Hair has been the forerunner in South African hairstyling. Only using premium products, its Waterfront hair salon creates some of the most stylish haircuts and colours in Cape Town.

Kartell – Located at the new 5 Dock Road development alongside the canals and Battery Park, the new Kartell store is Cape Town’s long-awaited answer to the best furniture, lighting and homeware designs from around the world.

Laduree – Paris’s boutique house of macarons has landed at the Waterfront. This iconic French brand brings you melt-in-your-mouth pastries in all the exquisite varieties you can imagine. Sit down to an indulgent beverage, or buy treats for home.

Old School – From vintage-feel South African rugby jerseys to timeless sports fashion, Old School now has a proper store to kit you out in a look that transitions from the side of the soccer field to drinks with friends or lazy days at home.

Psycho Bunny – Premium-quality menswear with a rebellious edge is what defines Psycho Bunny. Shop for polo shirts, T-shirts, caps, bags, socks and other accessories for men and boys – right here in Cape Town.

Samsonite – This is the place to shop for luggage that was designed to be durable while still looking smart. Travel in style with suitcases that are versatile and supremely functional – built for all types of commuters.

Scene – The Eyewear Collective – Discover the latest sunglass collections by Jacques Marie Mage – limited-edition eyewear handcrafted in Japan and Italy.

Spingbok Retail – Located where the Old School kiosk used to be, this Springboks fashion-and-accessories pop-up is where you can shop for official Springboks merch – from tracksuit tops to T-shirts.

(Unless otherwise specified, these stores are all located in Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre.)

The newly refurbished InterContinental Table Bay Hotel welcomes Michelin-star chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen and his latest restaurant Le Bistrot de Jan. Book a table to savour Jan’s French-South African fusion dishes that are accompanied by gorgeous ocean views.

Reopened towards the end of 2025, three Waterfront restaurants and cafes have gotten a whole new look. Stop in at Mugg & Bean at the V&A to enjoy the revamped aesthetic along the water’s edge. For even more spectacular panoramas, head upstairs to Woolworths Café, for an expanded refurb (that will continue in 2026), which offers epic views of Table Mountain. Quay Four is also sporting a fresh new interior, which adds to the exciting setting alongside the harbour.

Have no fear if the shop you are looking for seems to have disappeared. It hasn’t! It’s just moved to a different space to create more room for the coolest things to buy in Cape Town.

Burnt – now at Shop 121. SA’s much-loved activewear brand keeps growing, and so is its store.

Cell C – now next to Vodacom. This convenient location makes comparison between network providers easier for you.

Christian Dior – now at Shop 604. Discover the luxury fashion brand’s beautiful new interiors.

Old Khaki – now where Poetry used to be (Shop 7245). This refreshed, spacious layout gives you more clothing options.

Pandora – now where Superga used to be. A sparkling new jewellery space with a fresh in-store experience.

Swatch – now at Shop 246. Come and enjoy a vibrant, playful watch store at the Waterfront.

Summer at the V&A Waterfront

Come for an hour but stay for the day… With so many awesome local and international stores, and the tastiest places to eat in Cape Town, you’re spoilt for choice when shopping at the V&A. With fresh openings and revamped favourites, the season feels alive here every day.

We’ll keep bringing the heat to make each day in our neighbourhood one to remember. Summer Lives Here, and you can feel it.

Find more visitor information at https://www.waterfront.co.za/leisure/stores/