Heritage Day is a South African public holiday celebrated every year on 24 September, honouring the country's diverse cultures, traditions and histories. The day has also become closely associated with National Braai Day, bringing South Africans together around fire, food and shared traditions. At Vivat Bacchus in London, those South African traditions live on through braai cooking, South African wines and Heritage Day celebrations.

Searching for the best restaurants for steak in London? Vivat Bacchus brings a distinctive South African approach to the capital, serving premium cuts alongside a carefully chosen wine list. With restaurants in Farringdon and London Bridge, it is a destination for steak lovers looking for great meat, South African flavour and a relaxed dining experience.

Heritage Day falls on 24 September and is one of South Africa's biggest celebrations of culture, food and community. In London, Vivat Bacchus brings the spirit of the occasion to life with South African food, wine and braai. This year, our special Heritage Day Braai Feast takes place at Vivat Bacchus London Bridge on Friday, 25 September.

Quick Summary: It may only be summer, but London's best festive spaces book up fast. Reserve your corporate Christmas party early at Vivat Bacchus and enjoy South African feasting, standout wines and private dining in Farringdon or the City. Early planning means better dates and a smoother celebration.

Looking for the best summer terraces in London Bridge? Vivat Bacchus London Bridge offers one of the area's most distinctive outdoor spaces, pairing braai-fired dishes with South African wine on a terrace built for long, sunny evenings from April to October.

A braai is South Africa's cherished fire cooking tradition, part barbecue, part social ritual, built around slow-grilled meat, good company and open flame. At Vivat Bacchus, braai season runs April to October, bringing authentic South African flavour to the heart of London.

Summer terrace season is here, and we are celebrating National Rosé Day all month long with crisp, dry South African pinks. From still rosés to sparkling Cap Classique, here is why South African wine deserves a spot in your glass this season and what to pair it with from our menu.

 Vivat Bacchus brings South Africa's most beloved culinary ritual — the braai — to the heart of London. From flame-kissed cuts served straight off the coals to the theatrical Signature Braai Board, this is the most authentic South African dining experience in the city — a true taste of South Africa, established in London since 2003.

On 24th June, Vivat Bacchus London Bridge hosts an unmissable South African wine dinner in partnership with PIWOSA — six acclaimed winemakers in the room, twelve premium wines poured, and a four-course Braai feast to match. Tickets are £89.50. Here's everything you need to know.

Pinot Grigio has a reputation problem. It's the wine ordered reflexively, chosen for its inoffensiveness rather than its quality — and honestly, years of mass-market production haven't helped. But here at Vivat Bacchus, we believe every grape deserves to be judged on its finest expression, not its most mediocre one. Pinot Grigio Day, celebrated every year on 17th May, is the perfect opportunity to change your mind about this much-misunderstood white.

And we have just the bottle to do it with.

There's a particular kind of warmth that's difficult to manufacture. It's not candlelight or soft music — it's the smell of meat over fire, the sound of conversation around a shared table, and the feeling that no one is in a rush to leave. That's the spirit of the South African braai, and this spring, it's alive and well at Vivat Bacchus.

Our new spring menu is now on, the terraces are open, and the kitchen is cooking with the ingredients and ideas that make South African food so distinctive — bold spice, quality provenance, and an instinct for generosity.

Imagine if a brilliant night out in London could genuinely change someone's life thousands of miles away. That is exactly what happened last June at Vivat Bacchus Farringdon—and on Wednesday, 10th June 2026, we’d absolutely love for you to help us do it again.

This isn't just another charity dinner. It is a gathering of good people over incredible South African food and wine, all coming together to make a real, tangible difference.

Fasten your seatbelt, familiarise yourself with the exits, and make sure your tray table is securely stowed. We are taking you straight to the heart of the Cape without you ever having to step foot on an aeroplane.

This Women's Month, let us come together to share great wine, robust flavours, and fantastic company. Join Sharrol, Pearl, and the rest of the wine community on Tuesday, the 10th of March, from 18:30 to 20:30. This is an incredible opportunity to celebrate the women whose passion fills our glasses. Spaces for this exclusive partnership event are strictly limited, so do not wait for the perfect moment—make it happen. Raise a glass, share a story, and let us pour you something unforgettable.

If you have ever stepped into our cellars, you have felt the spirit of adventure that defines us. The story of Vivat Bacchus doesn’t begin in a boardroom in London; it starts in the sun-drenched valley of Paarl, South Africa, during the 1990s. It is a tale of one man, one vintage, and a bold gamble that changed the landscape for City of London wine bars.

Looking for a fresh way to spend your Monday evenings? Forget the usual post-work pint. We’re inviting you to swap the grey London drizzle for the sun-soaked vineyards of the Western Cape.

Following a brilliant first event, we are delighted to announce extra dates for our newest wine tasting format: Passport to South Africa. This isn't just a standard flight; it is a storytelling experience designed to transport you across the world in just sixty minutes.

Welcome to your guide for experiencing the best of South African cuisine London has to offer this January. At Vivat Bacchus, we're kicking off 2026 with exceptional events, unique dining experiences, and the chance to discover why we're renowned as a leading South African restaurant London locals and visitors adore.

Christmas wines don’t need to come with a rulebook. The best bottle is the one that fits the food on the table, the people around it, and the kind of evening you’re having—whether that’s a full sit-down roast or something more relaxed with sharing plates and conversation.

At Vivat Bacchus, we love wines with personality—crafted with care, food-friendly, and made to elevate the moments that matter during the festive season.

The wait is over. London’s most unapologetically indulgent steak and wine supper club is making its triumphant return, and we’re not holding back.

Take a seat, pour a glass, and let us take you on a journey to South Africa without leaving London.

Vivat Bacchus, the renowned South African restaurant in London, is launching an exciting new event series that brings the Rainbow Nation's finest flavours to Farringdon. Passport to South Africa is your one-hour introduction to the country's bold wines, rich heritage, and unforgettable culinary traditions.