I went in on Saturday for a special occasion. A reservation is essential. The restaurant is nestled in the mountains of Constantia's Nek. The road is paved so relatively easier to navigate.
They have various menus, including the chef's menu, reduced menu, and vegetarian, to name a few.
I chose the chefs menu and the team was able to accommodate the request of no beef or pork for me. This was amazing as the menu would not be the same if I were to miss courses.
The menu is a bit pricey but well worth the experience.
The entire experience takes about 3 hours, and while the individual portions are small, you would not leave hungry as there are many portions. They also have wine pairings, should you wish.
The staff is very friendly and provide insight on the dishes as well as how one can best enjoy the course being presented.
My favorite was the kazoo lamb.
I would definitely return.
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This was my second visit to the restaurant, and we made a reservation at the end of September, as I know how popular the restaurant gets. The reservation staff was very responsive, professional, and helpful.
As the dinner reservation timeslots were all taken, we ended up getting a lunch reservation at noon, which I am grateful for because it accentuates how beautiful the restaurant's location is. The restaurant is located on a wine estate in Constantia, and I believe that it really enhanced my dining experience.
The wait staff was extremely professional, attentive, and knowledgeable. Upon our arrival, we were informed of the different set menu options, including the chef's menu and the reduced menu. The main distinction between these two menus is the number of courses, which translates into a price difference. We chose the full chef's menu and elected to have a different main dish as we do not eat beef due to religious reasons.
There were eight courses in total, and the wait staff described each course. Some courses included a description of the origin of the dish's ingredients, or the staff would provide recommendations on how to best consume the courses. Each course was intricate, a taste journey, and a whole dining experience I had never had at a restaurant before. The courses can also be paired with a wine list, but a non-alcoholic pairing is also available. Despite the fact that this was my second visit after a year, each course was unique and provided me with an opportunity to try something new.
Upon my reservation, I noted that we were celebrating my partner's birthday. The staff made it particularly memorable for him by thoughtfully providing him with a small birthday gift.
Overall, it was a very good experience at the restaurant, and I look forward to coming back again.
I literally cannot say enough good things about this place. Fine dining at its.... finest. Not easy to get a booking, need to book well in advance due to the limited number of seats per night. Also very expensive but it is well worth it for an incredible experience. From the views to the setting and ambience to the chefs who explain and present their dishes and the impeccable service this is a WOW experience and truly world-class. Don't think, just go ahead and book a dinner here and you will be as blown away as I was. Zero complaints and I will remember this restaurant for a long time and certainly return again in future.
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