Breede River Valley Restaurants

Tucked away in Robertson Wine Valley, capturing an engaging and captivating atmosphere, Bistro at Weltevrede Wine Estate secures views of the vineyards and mountains. Serving breakfast, main meals, light meals and snacks, the cuisine is simple yet tasty, enjoyed with a glass of homegrown wine and welcoming atmosphere. Dine at Bistro at Weltevrede Wine Estate under the vine covered terrace enjoying delicious food, fine wine and sweeping views located along the R317 between Robertson and Bonnievale.

Dressed in plush red cushioned chairs and vibrant colours, Bourbon Street swaddles the palate in cuisine influenced from around the globe. Enjoy delicious fare, alfresco on the wooden deck starting with a Kudu, Springbok and Ostrich Carpaccio. Transport the palate to spice laden streets of Mexico and Morocco with meals like the chicken quesadillas wrapped inside two flour tortillas topped with melted cheddar or Moroccan Lamb and lentil dish with a feta and yoghurt sauce. For a taste of Russia, escape to Moscow and delight in smoked Salmon pasta tossed in Vodka and a dill sauce dressed with capers and parmesan. The palate sings a chorus tucking into chicken Athena tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, olives and feta or the Prawns parmigiana sautéed in garlic, wine and parmesan. Meat eaters ravage the prime beef espetada laced with green peppers, mushrooms and bacon drizzled with butter. End the meal with a choc chip mountain drenched with ice cream and a hot fudge sauce. Bourbon Street satisfies the most discerning palate with global cuisine and eclectic charm in Robertson, just off Route 62.

Café Fresh is a unique addition to the eateries in the picturesque town of Montagu. Run by two South Africans who recently returned from a few years in the UK, they bring style and culinary delights from far and wide to this delightful restaurant. With a relaxed atmosphere and great menu it is ideal for everyone and families with kids are very welcome. Decent play areas and other distractions will keep them entertained. Movies are screened on certain evenings at 8pm and depending on the movie run time it should end at 10pm with dessert and coffee. The cost for these viewings is R90 per person, this includes a drink on arrival, meal movie dessert and coffee, cash bar. Sweet! Need to know? Bookings are essential on movie evenings as Café Fresh can only accommodate 18 people.

This country retreat embraces passion, love and tranquillity enticed by fresh country cuisine and decadent wine list. Named after the great Italian Opera singer, prima donna, Renate Tebaldi, Café Tebaldi warms the palate with resounding signature dishes. The superb a la carte menu proudly seduces with rolled sirloin served on parmesan mash with a berry and red wine sauce. Vegetarians melt with asparagus and sundried tomato risotto with truffle oil or aglio olio el greco- spaghetti with local olive oil, garlic, fresh basil, grilled haloumi cheese and parmesan shavings. Our lunch menu offers a wide selection of fresh country cuisine ranging from healthy vegetable wraps to gourmet burgers and sandwiches, and the noted fish and chips, the best in the Breede River Valley. Spend the day enjoying quality time immersed in a scenic backdrop of beauty and splendour indulged by wine, food and love at Café Tebaldi.

Soak up personalised service and local exotic dishes from the a la carte menu and extensive wine cellar. The décor speaks of elegance and timeless grandeur softened by padded chairs, crisp linen in a light and airy setting overlooking manicured gardens. Begin the culinary journey with a wrapped Cape Malay babotie starter, in a phyllo parcel served with a sweet sliced peach and coriander chutney. For mains, flame grilled medallions of port fillet (250g) served on a Rooibos tea and cinnamon infused dried fruit compote. Round off the journey with a warmed oven-baked apple and cinnamon pudding drenched with a sweet caramel sauce, served with vanilla ice cream. Cogman’s Restaurant perfects the fine dining experience with warm hospitality and tantalising cuisine.

We serve delicious Cape-country food using local and seasonal ingredients. Summer includes salads from our garden, a gourmet Springbok burger, local-style ploughman's platter of olives, sundried tomatoes, grilled aubergine, Boerenkaas and relish, West Coast mussels in curried Malay broth, savoury tarts with organic salad and pan-fried baby calamari. Dinner includes slow-cooked Moroccan lamb shanks, aged rib-eye steak on risotto and fresh grilled line fish - to name a few items on our menu. We serve delicious home-made desserts which include chocolate torte, pear and almond frangipane and tarte au citron. The menu is small but there is always something for everyone. Our food is fresh and prepared daily with a big emphasis on the quality - we use free range and organic where possible. Our wine list comprises wine from Robertson and McGragor Valley only and these compliment our dishes beautifully. If you would prefer to bring your own, we do ask a corkage fee. We are open from Thursday to Sunday for lunch, from Thursday to Saturday for dinner, and on Saturday and Sunday for breakfast. Our daytime hours are fro 9 am to 4 pm, and our evening hours are from 7 pm to 10 pm. Bookings are essential for evening dinners and Sunday lunches.

Die Tolhuis Restaurant was started by Reint and Karien Grobler, former journalists with a great sense of fun-living and a passion for ‘trustworthy’ food. After selling their paper they created Die Tolhuis Restaurant into what it is today – a place where one forgets about time and truly enjoys a day’s outing. Set between the mountains with a spectacular view, the restaurant entertains the whole family. Kids can have fun in the play area while moms and dads relax under the shady wild olive or almond trees, or the large fireplace during winter. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, from Tuesday to Sunday. The food reflects our traditional South African cuisine and the menu varies slightly from summer to winter. Come and experience friendly hospitality and tasty food, and portions that will make your eyes bulge.

This eco-friendly fine dining restaurant exudes a comfortable, wonderful ambiance, housed inside a lovingly restored home. Boasting gourmet cuisine, diners peruse the 3-course fine dining menu brimming with light, fresh and tasty meals inspired by seasonal choices. Elegantly dressed tables compliment high ceilings and a cosy open fireplace heightened by personal attention and regional / international wines from Robertson Wine Valley. Dine on the wine terrace, alfresco, or indoors on excellent cuisine at this food sanctuary along the famous Route 62.

Nestled in the tranquil pulse of the winelands, Karoux inspires warm, welcoming ambiance touched by satisfying wholesome cuisine. Seasonal and local produce grace the blackboard menu laced with creative cuisine that will leave you coming back for more. For starters, tantalise the taste buds with deep fried brie with pita and fig preserve followed by crispy Karoux Lamb cutlets and finally, the grand finale, orange and chocolate tart. Organic and local produce influence the menu, which changes consistently according to what is available. Visit Karoux and discover true Karoo hospitality located along breathtaking scenery and the famous Route 62.

Kolgans is the Afrikaans name for Egyptian Goose; an elegant rustic cruise that entices the appetite with authentic Afrikaans fare and chilled out river ambiance. The slow cruise departs the riverbank, taking with it scrumptious breakfasts and languid lunches with special evening cruises arranged by order. Boasting authentic home cuisine, wonderful scenery and option to fish, swim or just chill, Kolgans River Restaurant makes for an exciting alternative to dining on land.

Les Hauts de Montagu smiles from within the gentle slopes, garnished by indigenous fynbos and olive groves, perched in tranquillity. From within the colonial style restaurant, overlooking the olive and lavender groves, lingers the aroma of unforgettable cuisine, flanked by the Langberg Mountains and tranquil valleys. The high beamed ceilings capture a story of a bygone era; tables spill out onto patios, immersed in a tapestry of scenic vistas. A set menu pampers the mood with a theatrical performance of taste and colour, blended with the distinctive finish of fine paired wines. Les Hauts de Montagu inspires culinary connoisseurs into an oasis of beauty and tranquillity set in the heart of Olive and Lavender groves along the rising slopes of the Langeberg Mountains.

Manley Food and Wine Lodge finds itself part and parcel of the picturesque Tulbagh village, a winelands town that is becoming ever popular as a food and wine destination in the Western Cape. Manley’s Cape Dutch setting exudes the kind of welcome that is synonymous with country hospitality. The newly renovated Manor House delivers a cosy ambience with its Oregon pine ceilings and exposed thatch work while the friendly service reminds one that food is all about people. The restaurant promises hearty, honest and unpretentious food. The focus is on fresh local ingredients and not so much on frilly presentation. There are delicious full English breakfasts with freshly baked breads on offer as well as divine whey fed pork for dinner. Manley’s is adamant about delivering really good food all round since the staff and owners are quite proud to state that they indulge in their own food first and foremost.

Housed inside an elegant Edwardian double story house, Mimosa transforms fine dining with wine and dine cuisine. The 4-course gourmet menu bewitches with boutique handmade wines. Conceived from homegrown vegetables and herbs using local specialities such as Lamb, Springbok and Ostrich, Mimosa Lodge seduces the palate with Continental cuisine in a fresh, elegant and mood capturing setting. The menu highlights daily delights paired with boutique wines, seasonal and inspirational dependent. Diners peruse the likes of West Coast Crayfish, steamed, partnered with an avocado, salsa and a truffle sour cream perfected by a glass of Beverly Dawn Chenin Blanc, 2008 for starters. For the mains, Gingembre De Canard, roast Duck breast accompanied by seasonal vegetables and an orange ginger jus or beef fillet pan fried accompanied by seasonal vegetables and a green peppercorn jus flattered by a glass of Bredells Shiraz, 2003. The Grand finale, Blueberry Parfait, homemade and garnished with a chocolate twirl and fresh blueberries perfectly paired with a glass of Danie de Wet Cape Muscat. Mimosa Lodge pays homage to highly acclaimed culinary circles, showcasing award winning cuisine and boutique handmade wines perfect for connoisseurs who enjoy gourmet masterpieces.

Located just off the popular Route 62, Nuy Valley Restaurant serves a wide variety of local cuisine spilling off the top quality menu. A la carte and buffet meals entice the palate with delicious Sunday meals and booking only evening dinners highlighting special occasions. The boutique wine cellar pairs fine wines with delicious cuisine, perfect for those occasions that require something special.

With the Hex River Mountains as its backdrop and an olive plantation that surrounds the restaurant, Olivenbosch Restaurant, located in Worcester offers guests a dining experience with a splendid view and real Boland hospitality. Visitors can take advantage of the beauty of the natural surroundings by choosing to be seated on the outdoor deck in summer. Rainy winters, with a snow capped mountain in the distance, will however demand a table closer to the fireplace and glass of wine from local selection on offer. The a la carte menu is mainly Mediterranean with menu items that satisfies tastes all round. The restaurant is very much family orientated, with a kids’ room to occupy the little ones. Guests can also enjoy the social aspect of the eatery that caters for sport fans and those that love karaoke. Don’t miss the Sunday buffet.

One can easily fall in love with the Breede Valley while visiting Opstal Estate’s restaurant near Worcester. Here, fine dining and sweeping views of the stunning surroundings marry to create a memorable eating experience. The restaurant offers an outdoor deck for al fresco dining on sunny days and loads of atmosphere in winter with its cosy fire place. Guests can expect a menu that represents the best of traditional fare from breakfast through to dinner. The lunch menu is light with offerings like Calamari, gourmet sandwiches and salads as well as schnitzel and quiche. Dinner, which the menu refers to as the ‘Main Event’ offers sophistication on a plate. Carnivorous guests will be spoilt for choice between items such as Deboned Leg of Lamb, Roast Pork Fillet and Braised Lamb Shank. The speciality desserts are displayed on the specials board and the restaurant offers a selection of locally sourced wines. The venue also hosts conferences and weddings with cottages for overnight stays.

Delighting the senses with sweeping views and interesting a la carte menu, Outdoor Arena Restaurant secures breakfast, lunch and dinner with hearty food catering for all tastes. Start the morning with a sunrise breakfast brimming with scrambled egg, bacon rashers, grilled mushrooms and fried tomato. Light meals such as pancake filled with green fig, brie and cheddar cheese in a creamy white sauce pampers the palate. For mains, try the cordon bleu - crumbed chicken breast, filled with ham and cheddar, covered with cheese sauce and finally, conclude the meal with a silky coffee with a twist, layered with cream or ice cream. Outdoor Arena Restaurant is a delightful retreat and gastronomic oasis set in scenic Bonnievale.

For authentic Boland hospitality and the best of traditional Cape Cuisine, Paddagang Restaurant in Tulbagh is a must try. The restaurant is located in the town’s historic Church Street. The Cape Dutch building and manicured garden charms one into feeling that one is revisiting a time gone by. In keeping with the Cape Dutch setting, the restaurant is laid out with yellow wood furniture. In winter the two fireplaces create a warm ambience while dining in the court yard is a must in summer. The menu represents traditional Cape Boland fare with all the long lost favourites such as Bobotie, Smoorsnoek and Waterblommetjie bredie. Paddagang supports a host of local wines but also two gems from it’s own “padda” label: Paddarotti and Brulpadda. Paddagang can be hired as a function venue.

Pielow’s restaurant is a gem of fine dining located in the quaint town of Tulbagh. This intimate and elegant eatery promises guests fine food in a stunning setting. The restaurant forms part of the Oude Herberg guest house. Its tiny dining room exudes ambience with its quiet sophistication. In the summer the courtyard offers the best seating for a late evening of food and drink with friends, or an afternoon bite while watching the town’s rugby team in action. The contemporary menu incorporates the best local produce that can be sourced. Popular dishes include the roast pork with caramelised apples and the rack of lamb with home-made mint sauce. The list is vast with a great selection of local wines. Guests can also enjoy the fact that the restaurant has its very own patch of vineyard and bottles its own home groen shiraz and sauvignon blanc under the Pielow’s label.

Tempt the palate with traditional and Continental a la carte dishes complimented by friendly and excellent service. Preston’s Restaurant serves lunch and dinner in the comfort of the indoor dining room warmed by a roaring winter fire or alfresco on the sheltered garden patio. Enjoy the ambiance and comfort of Preston’s Restaurant and international South African pub in the heart of Montagu off Route 62.

Readers Restaurant is located in Tulbagh’s historic Church Street. Here patrons are delighted by the fine food on offer. The Curious Cats gift shop, that is housed with the eatery, gives Readers a quirky edge that is enough reason to return. The lime washed Cape Dutch Style stead sets the scene for the genuine Cape hospitality that is synonymous with Readers. In keeping with the Cape Dutch feel, the restaurant boasts wooden floors and crisp white table cloths on solid wooden furniture, all the elements for fine dining. Chef Carol Collins presents an exciting menu which offers traditional fare with a fresh interpretation. Signature dishes include the Springbok fillet with a Gooseberry and Amarula sauce and the Lamb Strudel. The Trio of ice-cream dessert is ever popular with exciting (if not a crazy) flavours such as curry and balsamic. The wine list supports the best of the Tulbagh region. Cat lovers will spend plenty of time post pudding inspecting the feline paraphernalia in the gift shop section of the restaurant.

Peruse the 5-course dinner menu wrapped in understated elegance, crafted by renowned chef, Lena Vergo. The menu changes frequently, dependent on fresh homegrown produce. Lunch and dinner menus offer award winning dining with choices such as rack of lamb, seared tuna, aged beef fillet, or famous kudu fillet. Handmade pastas and freshly picked salads grace the palate daily concluded by signature pecan pie - a specialty made with the organically grown pecans from the farm, topped with homemade ice cream from the dairy. Dine within the formal dining room or alfresco on the cool terrace with options of picnics under the shady Pecan tree. Enjoy gourmet cuisine perfected with a glass of wine suited to compliment each meal from the extensive wine cellar. Restaurant 1723 immerses the palate in elegant country charm and award winning dishes that applaud the palate with resounding recognition.

This signature restaurant is set against tranquil picturesque scenery dressed in fresh, clean cut décor exuding a just conceived look and feel with a twist of elegance. The menu brims with energy, textures and exploding flavours weaved into an ever-changing eclectic combination of tastes. Accompanied by an extensive wine list and state of the art wine cellar, Reuben’s caters for easy going to sophisticated palates. Reuben’s at The Robertson delights fine dining palates with eclectic combinations housed in The Robertson Small Hotel, on Van Reenen Street in Robertson.

Rijks Country House in the Tulbagh winelands of the Western Cape offers guests a fine dining experience that is all about country hospitality and making the most of the beauty of its natural surroundings. The wine estate has three restaurants to choose from, each offering something special. Que sera is the fine dining lounge and offers an la carte menu as well as a buffet breakfast menu while The Iceberg Terrace seats guests outdoors under the pergola for breakfast and light lunches. Both venues boast magnificent views of the vineyards. At night the terrace restaurant’s pergola is adorned with fairy lights and candles providing patrons with a romantic, star gazing dining experience. The Mon Ami dining hall hosts private functions. Rijks offers game, seafood and traditional South African dishes as well as an award winning wine list form its private cellar. Rijks Country House is open for breakfast through to dinner daily. Come with plenty of time to spare for wine tasting.

A truly unique setting, Roberstonner Bistro and Grill is a historical place to enjoy delicious traditional food and friendly, attentive service. Situated in the oldest warehouse in Robertson, the husband and wife team behind this quirky eatery have preserved the rafters, the chips in the walls and the old pine windows that give this bistro such character. Serving sumptuous meals including tender steaks, home-made bread and soups, delectable pastas and the freshest seafood. Come for a lunch or dinner to remember at Robertsonner Bistro and Grill.

Enjoy lunch and dinners in a cosy setting nurtured by a roaring winter fire or cooled alfresco by a summer breeze on the courtyard. Experience true gourmet cuisine indulging the senses with explosions of taste, colour and presentation heightened by the interactive wine cellar and bar. Templeton’s Restaurant encapsulates gourmet cuisine paired with exceptional wine and welcoming hospitality.

Housed inside a large clinker brick house, strewn with coloured fairy lights hanging from the eaves, The Docks invites relaxation and casual ambiance. Serving an array of well-rehearsed dishes, seafood, grills and South African cuisine, diners enjoy a complementing tight and well-presented wine list. Choose from schnitzels, covered in rich mushroom sauce, burgers with chips and salads, big juicy steaks, with heavenly tipsy tart with ice cream. Pop in to The Docks, relax and soak up the ambiance before settling down for a delicious meal and good company.

Reunite the palate with a passion for food and life, evident in the delicious cuisine served over a warm ambiance and wrap around deck. Dine alfresco soaking up dramatic views situated atop a scenic hill nestled between McGregor and Robertson. The Lady Grey Restaurant entices passion for food infused with European and African trends complimented by the finest Western Cape Wines. Breathe in the spectacular views of the Kings River indulging in the finest wine and food at The Lady Grey Restaurant.

Exuding a stylish Continental flare, The Mystic Tin lingers in cosy serenity and good food that delights the palate. Using locally sourced produce, the menu satisfies with starters of camembert & mushroom tower - tomato and mushroom topped with grilled camembert and drizzled with fig coulis, accompanied by a salad garnish. For mains, a Karoo brew chicken - two thighs marinated in Wayne's Honey Draught, and roasted in the pizza oven, served with a vegetable skewer. For the grand finale, chocolate Klipdrift brandy cake dusted with dates and vanilla ice cream. Open for lunch and dinner, The Mystic Tin tantalizes with decadent cuisine and warm hospitality, just off the historic Route 62 in Montagu.

Offering a wide selection of flavours and classic home-cooked meals, The Victorian 1906 entices with South African cuisine in a charming setting dressed in handmade Victorian style furniture. Inviting and welcoming, diners peruse the fine dining menu complimented by a fine wines and elegant surrounds. The Victorian 1906 stands proudly exuding heritage and history off the famous Route 62 in Montagu.

Waverly Hills promises the freshest, finest and where possible, organic ingredients in all their South African inspired country cuisine. Located just outside of Tulbagh, Waverly Hills’ boasts splendid views of the valley. Here guests can indulge in views of the farm’s vineyards and olive orchards while enjoying al fresco dining on the patio. In winter the restaurant has a blazing fire place to keep visitors comfortable and cosy. A mother and daughter team heads up the kitchen and delights patrons with menu items that range from starters like Yoghurt-cheese-bacon bundles drizzled with olive tapenade dressing and Best Biltong Pate. The mains on offer cater for all palates from items such as Red Curry, Rump steak and Chicken stuffed with sundried tomato and feta wrapped in bacon. The restaurant also offers a must try food and wine pairing which comprises five mezze bites with five organic wines.

Located on the scenic Route 62, Wild Apricot Restaurant embraces traditional South African cuisine enchanted by elegant charm, period cutlery and a décor that whispers memories of a bygone era. Dine by romantic candle light and soft music drifting from the baby grand piano enjoying traditional creations such as tasty mutton pie and bobotie with a twist. For starters, try the Ostrich carpaccio drizzled with olive oil, fresh lemon and sprinkled with parmesan cheese. Main meals entice with Kabeljou dressed in mushrooms and sour cream, slowly cooked in the juices from the onions and mushrooms. Round off the meal with an amarulla soufflé on a coconut crust, sprinkled with walnuts and amarulla liqueur. Dine in the elegant dining room of the Montagu Country Hotel and transport the palate to an enchanted era for an evening to remember.

Ye Old Tavern greets familiar faces at this local haunt in a relaxed and informal setting inviting lazy lunches and intimate dinners. Curl up to the roaring winter fire perusing traditional fare or soak up the summer ambiance with a glass of chilled wine before tempting the palate with the delicious menu. Ye Old Tavern boasts favourite dishes such as Lamb shank, bobotie, Butterfish, Cape Malay chicken curry and the best steaks and spare ribs in town. For starters, try the tangy red pepper mouse - a delicious mousse fusion of roasted red pepper, garlic and a hint of peri-peri served with toasted bread For mains, fall off the bone tavern lamb shank - slow roasted with fresh herbs and cooked to perfection, served on a bed of butternut and thyme mash and drizzled with rich red wine sauce Desert would not be complete without crispy banana caramel spring rolls - freshly baked phyllo parcels filled with cinnamon spiced banana, served with roasted nuts, caramel ice cream and toffee sauce. Ye Old Tavern charms with traditional fare and age-old ambiance laced with contented chatter and colorful cuisine.