Dark wood, blue leather, lanterns, and incredible views: Indochine is the place to go for Asian dining with drama.

The mood: Set on the Delaire Graff estate on the Helshoogte Pass, Indochine is blessed with a spectacular view. Decking, and sliding doors make the most of this, while strong decorative features create drama inside. Oak wood floors, wooden decking and furniture create an earthy feel, while blue leather, dark wood, candlelit lanterns and metallic vases make the interior pop.

The designer: France-based architect, Pierre Bories, created the shell with his team from Palm Architects, while famed Irish designer, David Collins, was responsible for the interior. Collins has designed hotels and restaurants all over the world, including Nobu Berkeley Square in London, and the award-winning Massimo’s in London.

The details: All the furniture was custom made by Herman Brink. Key pieces include three bright blue half-moon banquettes in the centre of the restaurant set in black wooden frames, and a fourth, in the corner, which creates a private dining area. A circular sculpture of swirling birds by Lionel Smit and Andre Stead serves as a centerpiece, hanging from the ceiling in the centre of the room. There are also several paintings by South African artist, Deborah Bell.

The food: Expect imaginative Asian cuisine, including gems like the red duck curry, with litchi, pickled cabbage and coconut, and selection of oysters, prepared in different ways.

Does Indochine have what it takes to win the Boschendal Style Award at the Eat Out DStv Food Network Restaurant Awards?