31 May 2025
Cape Town’s Food Scene: One More Reason to Shoot Here
As one of the leading production companies in Cape Town, we talk a lot about the city’s world-class locations, experienced crews, and favourable exchange rate. But here’s another reason to bring your next campaign, commercial, or fashion shoot to South Africa: Cape Town was named the Best Food City in the World by Condé Nast Traveller’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Beyond being a top shoot location, Cape Town is a place where the food scene is as impressive as the shoot locations — and after a long day on set, that makes all the difference.
Shoot By Day, Dine By Night
Whether you’re wrapping a stills campaign or a full-scale TVC, working with a Cape Town production company means you get access to both stunning shoot locations and a thriving restaurant culture.
Fine-dining favourites like The Pot Luck Club and FYN offer exceptional food and unbeatable views — ideal for client dinners or end-of-shoot celebrations. Casual favourites like Chef’s Warehouse, Kloof Street House, and The Lawns at the Roundhouse serve up laid-back but memorable meals in equally picturesque settings.
There’s also no shortage of top-tier cocktail bars. Cause Effect and The Art of Duplicity consistently rank among the best on the continent — perfect for post-wrap drinks or unwinding after a day of filming.
On-Set Flavour
Of course, the experience doesn’t stop when the cameras are rolling. At Gavin Schneider Productions, we’re known not just as a top production company Cape Town, but also for our legendary on-set catering — and yes, our production managers have been known to throw an unforgettable braai for lunch during a long shoot day.
A Lifestyle That Works
Cape Town offers more than just beautiful backdrops. As one of the most trusted film production companies in Cape Town, we know that downtime matters just as much as efficiency on set. Here, you can wrap a high-end campaign and be at a seaside dinner or vineyard lunch within the hour.
The mix of quality production support, unbeatable scenery, and a world-class food culture makes Cape Town a standout for brands and creatives from around the world.
Ready to Shoot (and Eat) in Cape Town?
Gavin Schneider Productions is a trusted name among production companies Cape Town wide. We offer full-service support for stills, film, and content projects - from crew and permits to catering and post-wrap plans.
Let us show you why Cape Town isn’t just a great place to shoot - it’s an incredible place to be.
This month we’re highlighting Inyoni Surf, a sought-after location in Atlantis, Cape Town. Part of the wider Inyoni property, Inyoni Surf Village offers a mix of beachside charm and rustic backdrops that make it ideal for both film and photo productions. Its name, drawn from the Zulu word “inyoni” meaning “bird,” perfectly captures the free-spirited atmosphere that continues to attract world-class shoots and productions.