Located on the Boschendal Wine Farm in the picturesque wine-lands countryside of Stellenbosch, Boschendal Restaurant offers grand buffet style lunches. The buffet restaurant is housed in the original wine cellar Guests can expect an array of dishes that lean towards French / Cape cuisine. The menu changes every three days which ensures that the restaurant’s exceptional standards on food quality are maintained. As a general rule patrons may look forward to roasts, seafood dishes, imaginative salads and a dessert table that caters for every sweet craving. The farm’s own selection of wines is available to be enjoyed with the restaurant’s offerings. Do not miss the opportunity to visit the farm’s national monument and museum, the Manor House. Booking is essential at this popular venue. The estate also offers deli style picnics (Le Pique Nique) and a café (Le Café) for a more casual eating experience.

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Dutchies on Grotto

Hermanus Dutch restaurant in Hermanus

Mere meters from the sea shore of Grotto beach in Hermanus is Dutchies, a delightful Dutch eatery. Guests are easily charmed by the select, Dutch inspired menu and the cosy atmosphere that the restaurant presents. Dutchies abounds with atmosphere and guests love the personal attention of the restaurant owner mingling with visitors. In summer outdoor seats under umbrellas, soaking up the view is a must. The Hollandse Biefstuk on offer for mains is a clear indication that this is proud to be Dutch establishment. Other menu items include Calamari, a Seafood platter and Chicken kebabs. The dessert menu is just a delight with African Dream which is Amarula ice-cream dipped in chocolate and crowned with a chocolate slab and Blueberry Cheesecake. The restaurant charges a small fee for corkage.

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Heaven

Hermanus Mediterranean restaurant in Hermanus

A restaurant called Heaven. Perched with a panoramic view of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, one will certainly feel as if one is in heaven, and with the culinary delights on offer, one will have a taste of heaven too. The atmosphere and tranquil mood of the place it dominated by the stunning views of the valley. Guests will undoubtedly find themselves asking to be seated on the balcony with a glass of wine where one can just sit in awe of the surrounding beauty. Heaven offers the best of fine food. The menu has a Mediterranean feel with a choice of breads that are baked daily. Steak lovers will fret over choices like the French with Camembert and black cherries; Italian with caramelized onions, buffalo mozzarella and pesto or Greek with caramelised onions, feta cheese and roasted tomatoes. The Pavlova and refreshing melon and ginger sorbets come highly recommended for those who can’t live without pudding. Heaven’s menu changes every two weeks to ensure the inclusion of locally produced ingredients. Heaven also hosts private functions.

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La Pineta

Stellenbosch Mediterranean restaurant in Stellenbosch

La Pineta is a charming eatery nestled in the Stellenbosch wine-lands. With a lovely bit of history attached to it, it’s difficult not to drawn to dine on the restaurant terrace and embrace the relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant is located in the old “Louw se Bos” a pine forest where romantic picnics were once the order of the day. It is told that the forest had a very special quality in forging long lasting relationships. A visit to La Pineta is nothing short of captivating Guests will appreciate the versatile menu and unpretentious food on offer. With a range of starters, mains and dessert, La Pineta proves itself capable to catering for all tastes. Menu items include a great selection of starters to the likes of salads and delicacies like Brandy Flambe’ed Chicken Livers and Carpaccio of Beef. Expect traditional favourites for mains: Oxtail, Lamb Shank and Crispy Duck. With mouth watering desserts to complete the meal, patrons will certainly consider a second visit to La Pineta. Wine lovers will be happy to make a choice from the restaurant’s locally sourced wines while the cocktail menu will entice the young at heart.

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Olives & Plates

South Africa Mediterranean restaurant in South Africa

This is THE restaurant for real foodies. Olives & Plates takes food seriously, and at the same time makes it fun and unpretentious, with a touch of pizzazz. Start your day with a wholesome, filling breakfast. The menu is varied, but especially mentionable is the egg, avo, caramelized onion and sun dried tomato wrap; the smoked salmon, toasted English muffin, poached eggs, spinach and hollandaise sauce and the cinnamon and raisin brioche served with mixed berries and mascarpone. A variety of imaginative salads are also available and include the delicious halloumi, spinach, dates and avo salad. Steaks, burgers, wraps and gourmet sarmies with tons of fillings and toppings have earned their place on the menu as well. A house speciality is Nonna's Meat Balls, slow cooked in a chunky tomato sauce topped with fresh basil and parmesan shavings. Homemade cakes and decadent desserts add a wicked touch to your meal and thee are best accompanied by a glass of bubbly. Sit back, relax and enjoy cuisine that is made from the heart.

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Pierneef a la Motte

Franschhoek Dutch restaurant in Franschhoek

Pierneef a la Motte Restaurant’s name is inspired by the great South African artist Jacob Hendrik Pierneef (1886 – 1957). Along with being able to view a collection of paintings by the legend in the restaurant, patrons can embark on a reminiscent culinary journey that explores the best of traditional Cape Winelands’ cuisine. The restaurant setting is very much Cape Dutch with a contemporary spin. The emphasis on oak furnishings along with glass vases marries the beauty of the outdoor scenery perfectly, thereby creating a relaxed and subtly sophisticated ambience. The menu is nothing short of a history lesson in the development of local traditional cooking. Expect to find the best traditional fare that is unashamedly South African. Menu items include starters of Boerbok terrine or the Koningsbrood soup. Mains serve up Pomegranate glazed Smoked Pork Belly and Impala Neck. And for dessert who can resist the Brandy Chocolate Pudding? The wine list is extensive and offers a full selection of the farm’s own as well as other overseas brands. One can indulge in a food and wine pairing at the Tasting Centre. The restaurant also has a children’s menu.

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The Brazen Head

Stellenbosch Pub Meals restaurant in Stellenbosch

For that authentic Irish pub experience give The Brazen Head a try. Situated in the historic university town of Stellenbosch, this local hang out delivers hearty pub grub as well as a lively atmosphere. Expect a warm hospitable atmosphere, that the Irish refer to as ‘Craic’ is duplicated here with furniture, décor and subtle background music that will have one feel instantly transported to a Dublin Pub. The pub cum restaurant offers good old Irish food along with traditional South African fare to cater to the palate of its patrons. Specialty drinks that add a stamp of authenticity include Guinness and Kilkenny, famous Irish whiskeys like Tullamore Dew and Jameson's along with Bailey's. The Brazen Head also offers great lunch specials, Sunday Roasts and a big screen TV for sport fanatics. The venue also hosts corporate events.

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Wijnhuis

Stellenbosch Mediterranean restaurant in Stellenbosch

Wijnhuis is more than just a Stellenbosch eatery, it’s an experience. True to its name, this ‘home of wine’ houses a selection of four hundred wines and, if the cultivar culture isn’t enough to soak up, the restaurant is adjoined to the well known SMAC Art Gallery. Wine, food and art roofed under a 17th century land mark on Church Street makes for a memorable eating out experience. The predominantly Mediterranean menu is not limited to dinner and the restaurant offers meals throughout the day including lighter meals and snacks. Choose to be seated under the oak trees of the Wijnhius’ Street Cafe at lunch or in the upstairs restaurant when part larger crowd. Families with children will also feel at home in the restaurant’s versatile setting and easy going atmosphere. Favourites on the menu include pastas, Kalahari Lamb and venison. A nice touch to the menu is that all Wijnhuis’ seasonal vegetable produce which is grown on the restaurant owner’s farm in Wellington. The wine lounge and shop stocks a range of rare vintage wines and offers an international freighting service for serious collectors – pure indulgence all round for the food and wine lover.

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Dutchies on Grotto

Heaven

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The Brazen Head

Wijnhuis

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