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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
(1716 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

Fire, Burgers & Complimentary Wine

Enjoy a gourmet flame-grilled burger, perfectly paired with a complimentary glass of Mason Road wine, all served in the cosy ambience of crackling fires and the beautiful Paarl Winelands.

  • Thu, 10 Sep
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 20:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 28 Aug 2026

Fire & Wine: Bistecca alla Fiorentina

Our ever-popular 1kg Charcoal-Grilled T-Bone with sides for two, flame-grilled to perfection and served with a complimentary glass of Mason Road for each guest. Fire. Fiorentina. Wine. Three simple ingredients for the perfect Thursday night!

  • Thu, 17 Sep
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 20:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 28 Aug 2026

Heritage Day Lunch

Enjoy The Bistros winter menu with a complimentary glass of Chenin to celebrate Heritage Day with us.

  • Thu, 24 Sep
  • Thursday only: 12:00 - 15:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 28 Aug 2026

Fire, Prawns & Complimentary Wine

Treat yourself to our Signature Fire & Wine Prawn Night. Enjoy succulent prawns and a complimentary glass of Mason Road Wine. 6 Prawns – R340 | 12 Prawns – R610 | 18 Prawns – R820

  • Thu, 24 Sep
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 20:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 28 Aug 2026

Reviews (1716)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Tanya G. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Sep 26
    Fabulous eve x wasn’t busy because of the rugby and wind but we loved it x waiter superb!

  • Sue P. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Sep 26
    You don't get Mushroom Risotto like that anywhere!! Great food, great wine and great service.

  • Jeanne- Marie B. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Luc U. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 07 Sep 26
    Faultless.

  • Robert H. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 06 Sep 26
    Fantastic, as we experienced each time we were there for lunch, great service, great food

  • Tien D. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 05 Sep 26
    Beautiful setting, with outstanding food and staff attentive and friendly! A exceptional dining experience!

  • James E. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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  • Aletta B. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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  • Pieter S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 31 Aug 26
    Most enjoyable Sunday lunch!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Mon 31 Aug 26:
    Dear Pieter, Thank you for joining us for Sunday lunch and thank you for your lovely note. We are so glad it was such an enjoyable experience, and we’re thrilled the team could make your afternoon special. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  • Danie S. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 29 Aug 26
    The Bistro at Brookdale is a prime experience.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Mon 31 Aug 26:
    Dear Danie, Thank you so much for the fantastic compliment. We are delighted The Bistro at Brookdale felt like a prime experience. Your kind words put a big smile on our team’s faces; we take pride in great food, a warm atmosphere, and service that makes the evening effortless. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another standout experience.

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