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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
(1685 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

Prawn Night @ The Bistro

Enjoy succulent prawns and a complimentary glass of Brookdale wine. Where fire, flavour and fine wine come together for the perfect winter evening. | R340 for 6 prawns

  • Thu, 20 Aug
  • Thursday only: 18:00 - 20:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 6 Aug 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 (1685)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Thinus D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 12 Aug 26
    Was an allround pleasant experience with great food!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 15 Aug 26:
    Dear Thinus, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We’re truly delighted to hear that you found the food excellent and the overall visit pleasant. Feedback like yours means a great deal to our team. We’re grateful you chose to dine with us and would love to welcome you back for another wonderful visit soon.

  • Fezile M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Riaan C. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26
    We were celebrating a special occasion and had a very pleasant experience.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 15 Aug 26:
    Dear Riaan Thank you for sharing your kind words. We’re delighted you chose to celebrate a special occasion with us and that you had a very pleasant experience. I’ll pass your compliments to our team — they’ll be thrilled to hear they helped make your celebration memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future.

  • Gawie V. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26
    We enjoyed a great meal on a special occasion!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 15 Aug 26:
    Dear Gawie Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so glad you chose to celebrate a special occasion with us and that you enjoyed your meal. I’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the kitchen and front‑of‑house team — they’ll be delighted. We’d be honored to welcome you back!

  • Benjamin H. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26
    Will see me again!!!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 15 Aug 26:
    Dear Benjamin, Thank you so much — it was a pleasure hosting you. We’re delighted to hear you’ll be returning. We look for seeing you in the near future.

  • James E. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Aug 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 15 Aug 26:
    Dear James Thank you so much for your wonderful five‑star rating. We’re truly grateful for your support and delighted to know you had such a positive experience with us. Feedback like yours inspires our team every day. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another memorable visit.

  • Juliet L. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Robert H. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 08 Aug 26
    Excellent food, excellent service, we are coming again

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sat 08 Aug 26:
    Dear Grant Thank you so much for joining us again. It’s always a pleasure to welcome you back, and we’re delighted to hear that everything was perfect. Your continued support means a great deal to our team, and we look forward to creating many more memorable evenings for you.”

  • Grant M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 08 Aug 26
    As always perfect

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