The Luxe Restaurant Awards 2025 brought together the finest in South Africa’s hospitality industry, recognising outstanding talent and innovation. This year’s winners showcased remarkable achievements in design, culinary artistry, and brand excellence.
Style Award | Marble Cape Town
Marble Cape Town emerged victorious, securing the prestigious Style Award at the Luxe Awards.
“I am truly honoured to have won the Style Award at the Luxe Awards. This recognition is a testament to the incredible team behind Marble Cape Town. A huge thank you to Reddeco, who played an integral role in the design and helped bring our vision to life, GRID for shaping our brand identity and constantly pushing creative boundaries, and all the talented artists and artisans who contributed to this project. South Africa’s creative talent is extraordinary, and we are proud to have collaborated with people who truly understand what uniqueness and creativity should feel like. Marble Hospitality is incredibly proud of this award, and we are excited to keep creating exceptional spaces in the future.” – Irene Kyriacou, Interior Director: Marble Hospitality
Best Contemporary Restaurant | Upper Union
Upper Union, a beacon of modern dining excellence, was named Best Contemporary Restaurant while its Executive Chef, Amori Burger, was awarded the Rising Culinary Star title.
“It’s incredible to be recognised – both in my personal capacity as Rising Star, but also on behalf of the entire Upper Union as Best Contemporary Restaurant. My team at the ‘green house’ work so hard, we cook with so much passion, and we love creating moments for our guests to enjoy. Thank you Luxe for the acknowledgment.” – Amori Burger, Executive Chef
New Restaurant of the Year & Two Stars | COY
The highly anticipated COY made a grand entrance into the industry, winning New Restaurant of the Year and earning Two Luxe Stars.
“What a remarkable debut! We are honoured to have been named New Restaurant of the Year and received Two Stars at the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards. This recognition is a testament to our passion, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Congratulations to my team at COY and thank you to the Luxe Awards – this is just the beginning!” – Chef Ryan Cole, CO-Owner and Executive Chef: COY
Three Stars | Salsify at the Roundhouse
The ever-consistent Salsify at the Roundhouse was awarded Three Luxe Stars, reaffirming its place among the best dining establishments in South Africa.
“After six years of Salsify, it’s an honour to have our consistency, excellence and innovation rewarded. Salsify has once again been recognised among South Africa’s finest, earning Three Luxe Stars at the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards. A testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering world-class dining, service after service, day after day, year after year. Thank you to the Luxe Awards for this honour!” – Chef Ryan Cole, CO-Owner and Executive Chef: Salsify
Best Restaurant Group | Tashas Group
The Tashas Group, a powerhouse in the restaurant industry, took home the award for Best Restaurant Group.
“Although Natasha was unable to attend the event in person, she is honoured to be recognised. I have worked with Natasha for going on 10 years, and she is an incredible leader. It’s hard to believe that Tashas started 20 years ago and this award is a true testament to her pioneering attitude.” – Sasha Basson, Brand Chef
A Night to Remember
The Luxe Awards continue to highlight and celebrate the dedication, creativity, and excellence within South Africa’s hospitality industry. These recognitions serve as a reminder of the country’s remarkable talent and the passion that drives its culinary and design innovators forward. Congratulations to all the winners!
