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Cape Restaurant

Trent Jones Dr, Cape Schanck VIC 3939, Australia

Recommended by 78 people

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Trent Jones Dr, Cape Schanck VIC 3939, Australia

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+61 3 5950 8038
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cape Restaurant

Panoramic ocean views meet inventive multi-course dining perched above Cape Schanck. Booths turn outward toward full-height glass, framed by an open room with a strangely quiet kitchen. The kitchen paces its multi-course tasting menus by rotating chapters—seasonal runs cycling every two months. Dinner opens with warm cast iron bread, ocean trout canapés, and kangaroo tartare. The sommelier tailors cellar pairings directly to the table, even handing over printed keepsake notes of the pours before finishing with crisp choux pastries.

  • Ocean-Facing Booths: Plush curved booths face wall-to-wall glass overlooking the Bass Strait coastline.
  • Rotating Chapter Menus: Tasting menus unfold in seasonal chapters refreshed every two months.
  • Custom Sommelier Pairings: Cellar selections adapted to guest tastes, wrapped with take-home pairing notes.
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Key Dining Advantages

Why diners choose Cape Restaurant for their most memorable occasions

  • Intimate Milestone Celebrations

    Milestone events like anniversaries and celebrations are marked with an intimate ambiance, seamless pacing, and thoughtful keepsakes.

    The intimate and cozy atmosphere made the evening feel truly special.

    Selvy Mariani

  • Panoramic Ocean-View Booth Seating

    Seating is oriented toward full-height panoramic windows, creating an elevated backdrop that complements the multi-course experience.

    The stunning view and refined ambience set the mood for what was about to be a night to remember.

    MG

  • Evolving Bi-Monthly Chapter Menus

    Degustation journeys are structured into distinct culinary chapters that refresh every two months to showcase new seasonal concepts.

    they have new chapters to their menu every 2 mths.

    Deb Siah

  • Bespoke Off-Script Sommelier Pairings

    Sommeliers tailor beverage journeys directly to individual preferences, accommodating custom requests and offering off-script selections.

    super knowledgeable went slightly off script with our wine pairing to meet our taste (and nailed it).

    Tao Hulin

  • Flawless Standards for Hosting Guests

    High-stakes family and guest dinners are backed by meticulous service choreography where every detail matches the price point.

    it was refreshing to experience food AND service that were commensurate with the quality you’d expect at this price point.

    Sierra Chow

  • A Destination Worth Sharing

    Uncompromising hospitality and presentation make Cape a standout destination diners eagerly recommend to their inner circle.

    We will be back and bring friends, this dinning experience needs to be shared.

    Pia Schmid

Signature culinary highlights from Cape's seasonal tasting menus

  • 5 course set menu

    We had the 5 course set menu at $160 per person. We also had matching wines at an additional $90 each. The food was absolutely beautiful.

    Dominick Ruggiero

  • Kangaroo tartare

    My favourite dish of the night was definitely the kangaroo tartare. One of the best tartare I've ever had.

    Teck Joon Yeo

  • Cast Iron Bread

    The cast iron bread was exceptional, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.

    Mashi_soyo

  • Murray cod

    My personal favourite was the perfectly cooked Murray cod, which was delicate, expertly prepared, and paired with accompaniments that highlighted its natural flavours.

    Kojie Santos

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and unexpected personal moments that elevate celebrations at Cape Restaurant

  • Personalized Take-Home Pairing Menus

    Guests receive a custom takeaway printout outlining their specially prepared degustation courses alongside corresponding wine pairings to commemorate the celebration.

  • Custom Off-Menu Non-Alcoholic Pairings

    Guests noting non-alcoholic preferences are treated to customized tableside mocktails, such as a Brazilian lemonade created exclusively for their evening.

  • Complimentary End-of-Meal Extra Treats

    The kitchen extends hospitality beyond the standard multi-course degustation with surprise treats provided to diners at the conclusion of their meal.

  • Tableside Course Presentations by the Chef

    The head chef personally visits tables during service to present and explain individual degustation courses directly to dining guests.

Before you head over

Practical advice to ensure a seamless fine-dining experience at Cape Restaurant.

  • Book Well in Advance

    Tables can sell out well ahead of time, especially over weekends. Reserve your table early online rather than relying on walk-in availability.

  • Communicate Dietary Needs Early

    Notify the team ahead of time if you prefer non-alcoholic pairings or have specific dietary preferences so the staff can prepare custom beverage and course substitutions.

  • Request Ocean-Facing Booths

    If you want panoramic ocean scenery, request booth seating facing the full-height windows, and plan your reservation timing around daylight or sunset to take advantage of the views.

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