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South African restaurants are enjoying unprecedented international recognition, with five local establishments ranked among the best restaurants in the world and earning some of the industry's most prestigious awards.
From Cape Town fine dining institutions to a tiny foraging-led restaurant on the West Coast, these acclaimed restaurants are helping cement South Africa's reputation as one of the world's most exciting food destinations.
Their success is not built on imitation or trend-chasing, but on a distinctive sense of place, showcasing local ingredients, heritage and creativity in ways that continue to impress global judges, critics and diners alike.
FYN opened in 2018 on the fifth floor of a former silk factory on Parliament Street in Cape Town's CBD.
