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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
(1698 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

Proe Paarl 2026

Celebrate Proe Paarl 2026 with us at The Bistro at Brookdale Estate. Enjoy a specially curated 2- or 3-course menu, each served with a glass of Mason Road wine. Join us for a relaxed dining experience showcasing fresh, seasonal flavours in the heart of the Cape Winelands. Not available on Thursday evenings. From R465

  • 30 Jul - 31 Aug
  • Wed-Sun: 12:00 - 15:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 30 Jul 2026

Winemakers Dinner: The Great Turnabout

An evening of fine wine, exceptional food with a twist nobody saw coming! For one night only, Chef Gary swaps his kitchen for the cellar and Xander trades the cellar for the kitchen. Five courses, expertly paired wines with two experts, in unfamiliar roles, making for one unforgettable evening. R1150 per person

  • Thu, 27 Aug
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 21:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 6 Aug 2026

Proe Paarl 2026

Celebrate Proe Paarl 2026 with us @ The Bistro at Brookdale Estate. Enjoy a specially curated 2- or 3-course menu, each served with a glass of Mason Road wine. Join us for a relaxed dining experience showcasing fresh, seasonal flavours in the heart of the Cape Winelands. From R465

  • 6 Aug - 31 Aug
  • Fri-Sat: 18:00 - 20:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 6 Aug 2026

Reviews (1698)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Lizka M. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 23 Aug 26
    Food was great especially those mussels, I woke up thinking about them🤭. The stuff was friendly, we were treated very nicely and we will definitely come back again.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sun 23 Aug 26:
    Dear Lizka, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your meal—especially the mussels—and that our team made you feel so well cared for. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Wishing you all the best in your future marathons.

  • Rui C. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 22 Aug 26
    Great experience and location .

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 22 Aug 26:
    Dear Rui, Thank you for sharing your feedback and rating. We’re so glad you enjoyed the experience and the beautiful setting. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

  • Naomi V. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 22 Aug 26
    The views, the setting, THE FOOD!!! The decor, the Staff ~ every single thing planned to the tee! From the drinks on the verandah, to the last minute we walked out, Everyone made us feel so welcomed. The food is outstanding.. and the beautiful wine glasses added to the finishing touches. We will definitely be back very soon! Thank you

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 22 Aug 26:
    Dear Naomi, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted every detail made your visit special. Please share our warm congratulations with your daughter on her engagement. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

  • Dominique et Françoise B. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Aug 26
    The best in our area

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 22 Aug 26:
    Dear Dominique Thank you so much for your kind words and 5-star review. It was a pleasure hosting you and we'd love to welcome you back.

  • Nynke V. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Aug 26
    Always the coming home feeling with delicious food.....

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 22 Aug 26:
    Dear Nynke, We’re delighted to know that our food and hospitality give you that “coming home” feeling. It means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for more delicious meals and warm hospitality. Safe travels to Belgium!

  • Brenda T. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Aug 26
    We had the Thursday Prawn special , so delicious 😋

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 22 Aug 26:
    Dear Brenda, Thank you so much! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the Thursday Prawn Special — it’s always wonderful to know it hit the spot. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another delicious meal!

  • Jakob P. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Aug 26
    Our second visit this year and it was even better, really nothing that I could criticise!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Thu 20 Aug 26:
    Dear Jakob, Thank you so much for returning to see us. We’re delighted your second visit was even better. It means a great deal to know everything was perfect. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

  • CAROLYN P. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Aug 26
    Always the best thank you

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Thu 20 Aug 26:
    Dear Mrs Prades Thank you — it’s always such a pleasure to welcome you back. We’re truly grateful for your continued support and for being such a valued regular. The team looks forward to seeing you again and making every visit just as special.

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