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.

Freshly baked on the premises daily and with an assortment of jams and other accompaniments, Bodega do Vinho is a delight for the tastebuds. An enticing aroma of coffee and freshly baked fare make for a truly inviting atmosphere that puts diners at ease and encourages relaxation. To help with the escape from the hustle and bustle, outside is a children’s play area that is also dog-friendly so the parents can really enjoy their leisure time at Bodega do Vinho.

Cradled in the lush Eilandia Valley, Bon Rouge Bistro offers gourmet picnic baskets, salads, cold meats and cheeses, perfect for alfresco dining. Enjoy plated and buffet meals on Sunday and daily local cuisine such as waterblommetjiebredie and traditional Cape style bobotie. All meals compliment decadent wines from the Bon Cap Wine Cellar. Bon Rouge Bistro offers a lunch and dinner menu, revised daily, dependent on fresh produce. Bookings essential.

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.

The international style menu boasts hearty breakfasts, scrumptious lunches and decadent teas, stocked by a wide variety of heavenly goods. Listed in 2011 Eat Out Magazine as one of South Africa’s best places to eat, Deli Girls and Bistro invites a relaxed and laid back European approach to dining. Alongside delectable cuisine, stock up on a wide variety of breads, cheeses, smoked fish, cold meats and pates, specialised meat cuts and fish, biscuits, home produce, frozen meals, jams, pickles and sauces, Belgian & English chocolates, specialist groceries, wonderful teas & coffees. Dine alfresco on the cool stoep sampling country comfort food like succulent cottage pie, tandoori pork chop layered with spiced peaches, or a decadent cheesy pasta and roast vegetable with a crispy Greek salad. Deli Girls and Bistro offers a relaxed day out sampling delicious cuisine and fresh country air.

Dine under the vine-covered porch wrapped in Bougainvillea boxes perusing the extensive menu over a glass of crisp wine. Die Stal soothes the palate with delectable food and daily board specials, exquisitely presented in generous portions. Choose from extensive and exciting spreads, freshly squeezed fruit juices and an array of light meals and decadent moist cakes complimented by expansive views and tranquil surrounds. Die Stal escapes the senses to country surrounds brimming with hearty fare and scenic vistas.

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.

Dose up on decadent delights wrapped in quirky décor and country ambiance, Eseltjiesrus Country Kitchen robes the palate with South African cuisine infused with an international twist. Start the day with a full breakfast, omelette, French toast or a health option of muesli, yoghurt, fresh fruit and honey. Light lunches offer toasted sandwiches and homemade hamburgers followed by heartier meals such as homemade pies, oxtail ragout, Lamb curry and coq-au-van. The bakery delights with homemade scones and savoury muffins, baked daily, and a varied selection of decadent deserts. Revive a balmy summer day with a glass of refreshing homemade ginger beer and lemonade or select homegrown wines from the small but affordable wine list. Vegetarians pamper the palate with varied delights such as spinach and blue cheese pie, vegetarian lasagne and lentil nut roast. Dine indoors or alfresco on the patios, looking out onto a garden brimming with Aloes and Palms. Eseltjierus Country Kitchen is the perfect place for slow breakfasts and teatime treats.

Exuding a rustic farm style ambiance that invites warmth and relaxation, Jacobs Larder Organic Health Shop influences a slow and relaxed dining pace, giving time to enjoy the nutrient rich food. Sit down and enjoy healthy delights such as organic smoothies, organic coffee, delicious natural and organic breakfast and lunches, wheatgrass shooters and seasonal organic produce. Stock up on immune boosting drinks such as wheatgrass shooters or detoxifying detox drinks infused with lemon, honey, ginger, mint or cayenne pepper. Nestled along Voortrekker Street in the 19C poster town of McGregor, Jacobs Larder Organic Health Shop inspires a slow, tranquil and beautiful setting upon which to reflect and indulge.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy breakfast, afternoon tea and light meals in the picturesque town of Montagu soaking up the warm African sun savouring pies, baked specials and delicious burgers using local and homegrown produce. This cute little roadside coffee shop serves up delicious meals and hearty farmhouse breakfasts in the country dining room or in the delightful tea garden. The Rambling Rose inspires lazy lunches and slow breakfasts in a farmhouse setting nestled in the picturesque village of Montagu.

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.

Shake off the road and sit down surrounded by tranquil surrounds and the lingering aroma of freshly baked Dutch apple pie and roasted coffee. Route 62 Farmstall and Restaurant offers a wide variety of traditional meals suited for sumptuous breakfasts and light lunches. Browse the satisfying farm stall taking delight in freshly made goods and crafts before setting off with delicious snacks and cup of freshly brewed coffee to go. Route 62 Farmstall and Restaurant is a welcoming landmark just off the R62 entrance to Montagu.

Situated on Voortrekker Street, The Frangipani boasts delicious breakfasts, light meals, baked goods and range of vegetarian and gluten free meals. Dine inside or alfresco on the cool veranda enjoying a full English breakfast and aromatic coffee, or peruse the selection of freshly baked scones, muffins and cakes. Sunday roasts deliver hearty portions of roast free-range chicken & roast potatoes with vegetables or a delicious oxtail & beef stew with vegetables. Browse the quirky collection of bric and brac, including second hand books for an added bit of retail therapy. The Frangipani is a culinary delight in the heart of McGregor off the scenic Route 62.

Browse the gift shops brimming with retail therapy before tucking into real old-fashioned babotie or hearty chicken pies. For something lighter, try the crunchy salads or generously filled sandwiches. Deserts sin with decadent cheese, carrot cake and lemon meringue pie and oversized traditional baked scones and muffins. The Orchid satisfies with a perfect days shopping and decadent delights in the poster town of Montagu off the famous Route 62.

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.

This peaceful haven offers a taste of adventure, nestled south of the Elandsberg Mountains. Enjoy sumptuous deli delights and fine paired wines breathing in the picturesque setting. Gourmet picnics along the scenic banks of Breede River make for an unforgettable peaceful experience. Viljoensdrift Riverside Deli is a slice of heaven, located on Viljoensdrift Wine Estate in Robertson.

Swaddled by the Langeberg Mountain Range extended by vineyard views, Vineyard Restaurant delights from within one of the oldest farms in the region. The restaurant offers a tantalising a la carte menu alongside sumptuous breakfasts and gourmet picnics. Enjoy sweeping views and the freshest farm produce beautifully presented for comfort food at its best. Tucked away between the historical villages of McGregor and Robertson, Vineyard Restaurant offers tantalising meals flanked by beautiful views and fine wine.