ROOI at One&Only Cape Town: An Elevated Grillroom at the V&A Waterfront

South African cuisine has long had a love affair with fire, dating back to the flames of the humble home braai to the glowing, red-hot embers of the upmarket fire-cooking eatery. Fire is the inspiration behind One&Only Cape Town’s ROOI restaurant, the name (the Afrikaans word for red) channelling the energy of flames, of vitality and life. The stunningly designed dining space uses exquisite decor to reflect the warmth, community, fire and conversation of our traditional braai, with a sophisticated sizzle of rich colours and local design.

April is burger month

This month, the ROOI team has dreamed up a special burger that’s pure South African flavour. A limited-edition offering, the fire-touched wagyu patty is served in a roosterkoek bun with pickled onion and cucumbers, and a cheese sauce. And the tjips (chips) are made from corn, dusted in polenta, with the smokiest and most addictive tomato sauce.
Available until 30 April 2026

On the menu

Enjoy various cuts of South African wagyu beef, aged mutton, Kalahari venison and masala-spiced kingklip. Fire-cooked vegetables, grilled South Coast rock lobster, and flame-grilled tuna also star on the menu with flavours and spices telling the stories of South Africa’s melting pot of cuisines and cultures, and exceptional produce from both land and sea.

In your glass

From a bespoke cap classique cart circling among guests with a curated list of lesser-known bubbles from the surrounding wine regions, to a magnificent mixology menu of signature cocktails, the beverage offering is as wide-ranging as the food. Sommelier Luvo Ntezo has hand-picked a winelist of little-known wine farms, boutique vineyards and a few international classics, that allow him and the oenology team to recommend bespoke pairings to accommodate every palate, whatever your choice of meal.

By design

The space is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate. Look out for the gorgeous swirls of local flora and fauna on the bespoke carpet, a whimsical mural of an African landscape and animals by local artist Elise Wessels, and a stunning tapestry of forged bronze tiling over the fire in the open kitchen crafted by Bronze Age. There are wooden horned seats, large Natal mahogany trees, carved and burnt wood, and pincushion proteas and many more design details to pore over, all creating a luxurious ambience with a feel of home.

ROOI promises a sizzling dining experience, richly imbued with fire and flavour.

Opening times 6.30pm – 11pm (last seating at 9pm)
Contact 021 431 5888, guestexperience@oneandonlycapetown.com
Where to find it One&Only Cape Town, Dock Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
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