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FABER

Fine Dining Tapas
Location Pointer Lustigan Road, Klein Drakenstein, Paarl
4.8
(3189 reviews)
RRR+
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • WiFi
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20

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FABER is a progressive South African restaurant celebrating the passion for handcrafting food and wine that is authentic and evocative. In every dish, Chef Dale Stevens, emphasises respect for the origins of what we eat and drink; appreciation for the narratives of each ingredient; joy at the creativity of each gastronomic process, whether contemporary or bygone; love for the power of food encounters to make guests happy.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

At FABER on the Avondale farm in Paarl, Mother Nature leads the way, and chef Dale Stevens perfects what she has produced. While sitting in the diffidently decorated restaurant, the open kitchen and vineyard views may vie for attention, but once your plates arrive, it’s all eyes down.

There’s a six-course tasting menu paired with Avondale biodynamic wines, an á la carte menu, and in winter, a two-course special. The seasons dictate both the wines and the cuisine, with a dedication to producing flavour-filled plates and flawless execution.

The line-caught yellowtail ceviche is elevated with semi-dried citrus, green chilli, spring onions, radish, peanut, grilled squid, and mustard flowers. Popular main dishes include the Kroondal duck, the roasted Karoo lamb rack, or, if you’re fortunate, guinea fowl. There’s plenty to tempt the vegetarian diner, and desserts will create a lasting impression–the brûléed Avondale lemon tart with white chocolate and toasted coconut mousse, roasted pineapple and coconut sorbet
is delicate and masterful.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 14h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h30 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h30 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 14h30, 18h30 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 14h30

Specials

Valentines Day Dinner

Indulge in a romantic evening at FABER with a contemporary farm-to-fork 6-course tasting menu by Chef Dale Stevens. Expect a sensory journey inspired by aphrodisiac ingredients; earthy mushrooms, fresh oysters and decadent chocolate, all thoughtfully crafted to celebrate flavour, seasonality and connection. For the ultimate experience, pair the menu with our Avondale estate wines, carefully selected to complement each course. Valentines Dinner Offering: 6-course FABER tasting menu | R1 300 per person 6-course FABER tasting menu with Avondale wine pairing | R1 825 per person Limited availability. Booking essential. (Full a la carte and 6-course menu available for lunch)

  • Sat, 14 Feb
  • Saturday only: 18:00 - 19:30
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 15 Jan 2026

Reviews (3189)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.7
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Luisa K. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 16 Jan 26
    The Location is breathtaking. Super friendly staff and amazing food!

  • Erik V. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 15 Jan 26
    First time visit but absolutely worthwhile Great food and service by a very attentive waiter If you staying in Paarl warmheartedly recommended

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 12 Jan 26
    Faber is one of our favourite restaurants it never disappoints, which is why it was a great choice to celebrate my wife's birthday with our friends. From the warm welcome, knowledgeable server to every dish we ordered bursting with flavour, absolute perfection. Thank you, Chef Dale, Cat, Blessing & the entire team, we will be back. Warm regards, Gunter and Pearl.

  • Paul A. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 0.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 0.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 11 Jan 26
    Very unfortunately we had to evacuate owing to the fires. We'd like to wish Manager, kitchen staff and waiters well in the face of great danger and hope the restaurant, gardens and vines are not taken . We visit this beautiful restaurant and estate regularly throughout our stay and will return again as soon as you are open again. Menu looked fabulous as usual, as did setting. Impeccable service as always.

  • Jeremy R. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 10 Jan 26
    Excellent food and we were looked after very well. Dine on the terrace and arrive in time to see the sunset.

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