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Bistro at Brookdale

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20
Bistro
Location Pointer 72JP+3FG Paarl, South Africa
4.9
(1733 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Newcomer
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20

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Welcome to The Bistro & Tasting Room at Brookdale Estate!

Ours is a true Cinderella tale … What was once a forgotten vineyard, overgrown and underused, is now a significant site for exceptional wines, creative cuisine, and abundant beauty.

Here, delicious menus designed by seasoned Executive Chef, Gary Coetzee, are brought together with wines grown on the surrounding vines and vinified by our dynamic winemaking duo, Xander Sadie and Shanice du Preez.

We have selected a blend of varietals for our vineyards and locally-sourced ingredients for our menus that honour the region, whilst showcasing new ideas, combinations and techniques.

Sip, taste, savour and discuss our minimalistic, terroir-driven wines which accompany dishes inspired by international flavours and local produce.

The Bistro at Brookdale promises a relaxed, contemporary Cape Winelands dining experience. Expect beautiful, soulful dishes, enjoyed with our wines, while at the Tasting Room, you will sample the latest terroir-driven vintages from our cellar made in ever-evolving styles.

Open your mind, and palate, to the possibility of the Paarl Winelands and Stay Curious...

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 17h00

Specials

Heritage Day Lunch

Enjoy The Bistros NEW Spring Menu dishes with a complimentary glass of chenin to celebrate Heritage Day. From R465pp.

  • Thu, 24 Sep
  • Thursday only: 12:00 - 14:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 15 Sep 2026

Fire, Prawns & Complimentary Wine | FINAL NIGHT

Where fire, flavour and fine wine come together for the perfect winter evening. 6 Prawns - R340 | 12 Prawns - R610 | 18 Prawns - R820 | Complimentary glass of Mason Road wine included.

  • Thu, 24 Sep
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 20:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 15 Sep 2026

Reviews (1733)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Nic M. Dined: 1 day ago
    4
    Food N/A
    Value N/A
    Service N/A
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 20 Sep 26
    I never booked at bistr Brookdale but fortunately cancelled any booking I might have had??? Generally A Great restaurant

  • Teresa M. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 20 Sep 26
    The food is exceptional with delicious mussels & dumpling starters. Oxtail, yellow yellowtail fish with the best ever chipped potatoes and the salad with Brookdale Bradbourne blend wine absolutely amazing.

  • Wouter J. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 20 Sep 26
    Exceptional service with a personal touch. They treat you with care and kindness. Chef will check on you and have a chat after your meal too, which is a nice touch. Oh and don’t forget the beautiful setting and surrounding mountain views. It was our anniversary and they made it extra special for us. Thank you.

  • Frank E. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Ken H. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 19 Sep 26
    Beautiful peaceful setting.

  • Eric S. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ray T. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 19 Sep 26
    MY favourite and really appreciate the chat with Gary

  • Ninette T. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Frank B. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Larry H. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 14 Sep 26
    Great food and ambience

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 18 Sep 26:
    We’re delighted to know that we could make your experience special. Thank you for your lovely review.

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