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Chefs Warehouse at Maison

Reviewers' Choice Awards 2022
French Fine Dining
Location Pointer R45, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
4.7
(1844 reviews)
RRR+
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 100

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Chefs Warehouse at Maison sources only the very best local ingredients from small-scale suppliers and farmers.

The chefs buy in all fish on the bone and all meat as whole carcasses: butchering, filleting, curing, and processing everything in-house, and leaving nothing to waste. The menu is served over four courses and celebrates the coming together of people around a table sharing not only the food but more importantly, each other's company.

Each course is designed to invoke memories of past meals shared with friends or loved ones. Whether it’s a picnic in the garden, a lazy meal by the sea, a quick bite on the street, or a feast with family.

In this, we aim to unite all guests while they reminisce and share their specific memories of familiar moments.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Liam Tomlin knew that Maison and Franschhoek would be the perfect home for his winelands Chefs Warehouse, and chef partner David Schneider, the culinary artisan, to put it on the map. The relaxed, contemporary farm setting that allows the outside to be felt within is a drawcard; the sophisticated yet fun fare is what converts judicious diners into regular fans.

David transforms seasonal, regional ingredients from ordinary to extraordinary, making it look effortless, yet there is intellect and instinct behind every plate. His menu accents local, with house-made condiments and additions for the four courses evoking memories of past meals shared. There is an ode to picnics, seaside, street food, and family feasts. His ethos is ethically centred on the seasons and making full use of every animal, with on-site processing. Lavish vegan and vegetarian options are praiseworthy, reflecting how he elevates each element from its simplest form.

A course of small dishes may include wood-fired mushrooms (foraged from Newlands Forest) with truffle and hazelnut, smoked snoek with cabbage, cultured cream and chives – though it may sound unusual – is enchanting, and yellowtail ceviche with lime, sweet potato and corn,
reminiscent of David’s travels to Peru. You may make your own miniature ham and cheese sandwiches from the area-sourced prosciutto proudly on display, with little brioche slices. Or cut your seaweed parcel open with scissors so that you can devour line fish. In colder times of the year, expect local truffles, chestnuts, pear, and celeriac. Here is a serious chef who just wants his diners to have fun.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 21h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 15h00

Reviews (1844)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.8
  • Julie L. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Nov 25
    I had an incredible experience from the moment I arrived, to the beautiful surroundings – including a gorgeous sunset – a great selection of wines, and the most delicious food served by an incredible team of people. I will definitely be back! Thank you for a truly wonderful evening.

  • Karin W. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 04 Nov 25
    Absolutely superb! Cannot recommend this highly enough. The fact that the chef made an effort to speak to every table was the cherry on the top!

  • Dee Prehn Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 03 Nov 25
    We ate at Maison during the restaurant week promotion and we were not disappointed. It was in fact spectacular. Each dish was prepared with great detail and amazing flavours. Served as tapas sharing style, you got to try all kinds of different courses without getting uncomfortably full (don't get me wrong there is definitely still more that enough food!). The service was excellent - very very friendly staff. Location is beautiful. If I could change one thing, it would be to keep the fish courses together. 10/10 would recommend - you will not be disappointed.

  • Juergen B. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Ian H. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 02 Nov 25
    The food was presented excellently and was extremely tasty. The service was friendly and professional but informal. The location was very relaxed and enjoyable, we spent a wonderful few hours at Maison.

  • Peter Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Nov 25
    Fantastic meal which was very satisfying and tasty!

  • Cameron W. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Nov 25
    Beaut views, tasty food, lovely staff.

  • Anna L. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Gerhard S. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 30 Oct 25
    Excellent food, great venue !

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