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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
(1665 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

Thursday Fire and Wine

Join us every Thursday for our Fire & Wine Evenings, celebrating bold flavours, paired with exceptional Brookdale wines. Themes rotate throughout the month and may include Grilled Prawn Night, Curry Night, Burger Night, or our signature Bistecca alla Fiorentina experience. Please contact us for upcoming dates and themes. Please note: Our regular a la carte menu is not available. From R200pp

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

Reviews (1665)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • NEILL B. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jul 26
    This restaurant, The Bistro is one of my favourite finds over the last couple of years. Great quality food at very conservative pricing. Great value and beautufully plated. Gary the chef is very pationate about where he sourses his food. from local suppliers. Just book and enjoy a long lunch !!!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Wed 29 Jul 26:
    Dier Neill Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that The Bistro has become one of your favourite finds and that you enjoyed the quality, value, and beautiful presentation of the food. Chef Gary and the team take great pride in sourcing thoughtfully from local suppliers, so your kind words mean a great deal. We truly appreciate your support and recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another long, leisurely lunch soon.

  • Angela B. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jul 26
    From the moment you enter into Brookdale Estate, the world seems to stand still! A truly special place. Chef Garry definitely doesn’t disappoint, from starter to pudding, every meal was mouthwatering. The Old Vine Chenin Blanc was the cherry on the cake!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Wed 29 Jul 26:
    Dear Angela Thank you so much for your beautiful words. We’re delighted to hear that your visit to Brookdale felt so special from the moment you arrived. Chef Garry and the team will be thrilled to know that every course was enjoyed. We’re especially grateful for your lovely mention of the Old Vine Chenin Blanc — it means so much to us when our wines become part of such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate your kind support and hope to welcome you back again soon.

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jul 26
    Garry and his team at Brookdale are creating a fabulous culinary experience. Could not fault a thing. Always good to recalibrate ones palate and appreciate unpretentious magic. Keep up the great work!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Wed 29 Jul 26:
    Dear Clem, Thank you so much for your wonderful words. Garry and the team will be delighted to know that you enjoyed the culinary experience and found such magic in your visit. We truly appreciate your kind support and encouragement. It was a pleasure to have you celebrate with us, and we hope you had a very Bappy birthday. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

  • Mpumie Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jul 26
    What an amazing place! The service, the food, and the overall experience were absolutely outstanding. Everything was exceptional, and I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. I highly recommend it and will definitely be coming back!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Wed 29 Jul 26:
    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the service, the food, and your overall experience with us. It means a great deal to know that everything felt exceptional, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!

  • Carin N. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value N/A
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jul 26
    This is a very special place and my heart and tummy was overflowing with innerjoy

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Wed 29 Jul 26:
    Dear Carin Thank you so much for sharing such beautiful words. It truly means the world to know that this special place touched your heart — and your tummy — in such a joyful way. We’re so grateful you felt the love and warmth here, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

  • Paul Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 27 Jul 26
    Everything was wonderful.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Wed 29 Jul 26:
    Dear Paul Thank you so much for your kind words. I’m delighted to hear that everything was wonderful, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. It was a pleasure, and we hope to welcome you again soon.

  • Ninette T. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Jul 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Sun 26 Jul 26:
    Hi Ninette Thank you so much for your wonderful five-star rating. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your support. It is always such a pleasure seeing you both, and we’re so grateful for your continued loyalty. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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