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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
(1658 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 (1658)

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

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Jul 26
    Great food and service. We loved the experience and will be back

  • June A. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 08 Jun 26
    Memorable . Thank you

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Dear June, Thank you for your kind words and for joining us at Bistro at Brookdale. We are so glad your visit was memorable and truly appreciate you taking the time to share that with us. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great experience. The Team

  • Nico C. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 23 Jul 26
    Very good, very nice and food were excellent.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Hi Nico, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed the excellent food and had a very nice experience with us at Bistro at Brookdale. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

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

    Reviewed on: Wed 22 Jul 26
    We enjoyed a fantastic dinner, as usual, with great service. One of our favourite restaurants!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Hi Werner, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed another fantastic dinner and that our service was once again a highlight of your visit. It means a great deal to know that Bistro at Brookdale is one of your favourite restaurants. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Mark M. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 01 May 26
    Best place to eat in Paarl! Great warm welcome and a fond farewell. Food was exceptional and service brilliant. Our new favourite place, you will see us regularly. Well done 👏 👌

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Tue 21 Jul 26:
    Hi Mark, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that you felt so warmly welcomed and that both the food and service made your visit special. It means a lot to know Bistro at Brookdale is your new favourite place in Paarl. We look forward to seeing you regularly and welcoming you back soon. The Team

    Edited the review on: Tue 21 Jul 26
    See you soon!

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 20 Jul 26
    Everything was absolutely AMAZE. From the setting to the food and very friendly service. It is just a shame that the Brookdale wines are SO expensive at the restaurant, but cellardoor prices at the tasting room just a few steps away.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Hi Jana, Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the setting, the food, and our friendly service at Bistro at Brookdale. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the wine pricing and will take it on board. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful visit. The Team

  • Sunet R. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 20 Jul 26 (Guest left no comment)

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Hi Sunet, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. We are delighted to know you had a great experience at Bistro at Brookdale. Your support means a lot to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Gawie V. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 18 Jul 26
    Great experience!

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Hi Gawie, Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased to hear that you had a great experience with us at Bistro at Brookdale. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

  • Sophette G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 17 Jul 26
    Thank you for a wonderful exterience. The service was attentive, and the steak was prepared to perfection. We cannot wait to be back.

    Bistro at Brookdale responded on Fri 24 Jul 26:
    Hi Sophette, Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the attentive service and that the steak was prepared to perfection. It is wonderful to know you had such a great experience at Bistro at Brookdale. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. The Team

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