Renowned London chef, Henry Vigar has opened his first venture in Cape Town’s colourful and lively Seapoint area. La Mouette is a modern French restaurant with a Mediterranean flair exhibiting his culinary skills obtained though years of training in the south of France and working in various UK based Michelin starred kitchens.
Henry reflects his passion for French cooking by using classic techniques and combining them with locally sourced produce to create a finer dining experience. Henry along with Team La Mouette takes great pride in the matching of food and wine and their philosophy is food with integrity and consistency. Taking care to use only local ingredients, Henry, the chef patron of this unique Cape Town restaurant, sources all the ingredients himself to ensure only the finest make it onto his menu.
Team La Mouette has travelled far and wide through the wine lands sampling and tasting all the wines on their wine list to compliment Henry’s food without exception.
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For more information visit: http://www.lamouette-restaurant.co.za
2013-05-23
"The 6 course tasting menu was a good choice for a great dining experience – all the courses were wonderfully presented with each dish offering delicious elements. The service was efficient and friendly. Sitting near the fireplace added a warm, cosy touch to the evening.
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2013-05-19
"A delightful dining experience which I will highly recommend if you are looking for amazing food and superb service in a beautiful restaurant. We had the tasting menu and dish after dish was just pure culinary heaven. I was so impressed by the flavour combinations and the beautiful presentation. Food fit for kings and queens. :)"
2013-05-09
"We had a fantastic evening trying La Mouette's tasting menu. The 6 courses were exceptional. Even though each of the portions were bite-size, by the time we reached the final dessert portion, we really had to take a breather to find space in our stomachs. High quality food and service. And the ambiance, by the fireplace was wonderful. We highly recommend La Mouette to anyone willing to spend a little more - and you should definitely try their tasting menu! We look forward to visiting La Mouette again."
2013-05-01
"We did the tasting menu and it was phenomenal! Be sure to request a seat near one of the fireplaces! Service is extremely efficient and friendly and truly attributes to your dining experience! Our favourite dish was the ravioli!"
2013-04-26
"Absolutely delicious! Very interesting menu, alternative for vegetarians! Cannot wait to taste the new menu next month :)"
2013-04-13
"Another excellent dinner at La Mouette! "
2013-03-26
"Been threatening to go here for a while but just never got around to it. Finally made it there for a set menu special with wine pairing and WHAT a PLEASURE! This must be one of the Top 10 restaurants in CTN if you look at Flavour, Quality, Service, Pairings and Value for money...with an emphasis on the value for money. This is a must visit place for anyone that hasn't been and I now know why so many people frequently go back."
2013-03-19
"Great food and atmosphere, attentive service and decent wine collection. We'll definitely be back!"
2013-03-17
"Loved loved loved! the 5 course meal was different and exciting, and the service top notch. Will definitely be returning for their next menu update!"
2013-02-25
"Excellent. We sat in the courtyard - stunning setting.
Starters: salt and pepper prawns with sweetcorn puree - lovely. 3 people had the assiette of duck incl smoked duck breast, spring roll and pistachio crumble - amazing combination of textures and tastes.
Mains: Bouillabaisse, which was superb. It has bisque-like elements - quite creamy, but perfectly balanced. Chalmar Beef Sirloin with marrow bone crust- outstanding. Moroccan style lamb - perfectly cooked, with a smoked aubergine puree and tomato harissa.
Dessert: White chocolate and green tea macaroon - explosion of flavours. Delicious.
We will be back soon.
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Starters
Truffle and cheese croquettes R45
with roasted garlic aioli
Winter vegetable salad R50
with citrus jelly, walnuts, beetroot and goats cheese ‘raviolis’
French onion soup R55
with garlic grilled croute and gruyere cheese
Salt and pepper prawns R65
with shaved radish, chorizo popcorn, sweet corn pureé
Open lasagne of oxtail R55
with mushroom crumble, sage and onion foam
Mains
Roasted line fish R110
with crushed potatoes, baby spinach, sauce vierge
Free-range chicken supreme R110
with soft polenta, rocket and shaved pecorino
Duck confit R120
with sauteed potatoes, red cabbage, peppercorn sauce, pear and walnut salad
Chalmar beef sirloin steak R145
with mash, spinach caramelized onion, smoked onion puree
Butternut squash risotto R95
with brioche croutons, mushrooms, pecorino, wild rocket
Side orders
Mash potatoes R30
Spinach R20
Rocket, tomato and pecorino salad R35
Desserts
Gin and tonic R45
with tonic jelly, gin syrup, lime ice cream
White chocolate and macha green tea macaroon R45
with passion fruit gel, coconut sorbet, lime leaf cream
Carrot cake R45
with walnut ice cream, carrot puree, cream cheese frosting
Hazelnut latte R50
with milk chocolate ganache coffee ice cream, salted caramel macaroons
TASTING MENU SPECIAL
R185 for 6 courses and R295 with wines
Truffle and cheese croquettes
Roasted garlic aoli
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Butternut soup
Coconut, vegetable dim sum
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Pan fried Angel fish
Cauliflower veloute, grapes, ricotta gnocchi and mushrooms
Or
Herb crusted sweet potato
Sweet potato puree, pickled pear, truffle dressing
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Springbok medallion
Caramelized onion, chestnuts, parsnip puree and red wine caviar
Or
Mushroom ravioli
Smoked onion puree, croutons, pickled mushrooms, sage brown butter
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Fontina on toast
Pickled apple, butternut, whole grain mustard
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Dark Chocolate tart
Honey comb, vanilla cream, candied hazelnuts
The Special Tasting Menu is available for group bookings and will change monthly throughout winter.
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