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MERTIA

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Newcomer
Fine Dining French Japanese South African Vegan Friendly Vegetarian Friendly
Location Pointer 20 Bird St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
4.8
(522 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Newcomer

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At MERTIA, our values are at the heart and soul of everything we do. We prioritise sustainability, showcase South African heritage through global flavours, build communities and connections, and celebrate culinary craftsmanship - all while continuously evolving. We invite you to join us on this journey.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

It’s in what was once a bank that chef Matt van den Berg and front-of-house master Marais Kirsten-Uys realised their dream. Opening Mertia in their late twenties, they sought to define special moments and evoke memories with food. Stylish and elegant, the restaurant’s upper floor features wooden floors, well-spaced tables, and a private dining room that serves as the blank canvas on which they create their respective arts. The restaurant’s primary nod is to Marais’s grandmother, after whom it is named. The second nod is to the team, individually acknowledged on the back of the menu, which evolves seasonally.

A professional sommelier carefully pairs the wines, and like the rest of the team, exudes the passion that underpins every element of the dining experience.

Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 17h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 17h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 17h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (522)

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 Aug 25
    Perfect evening filled with amazing food! Thanks you

  • Roxanne V. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Gary C. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Rem H. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 14 Aug 25
    Best date night in Stellenbosch. Thank you team Mertia.

  • Nadja L. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 13 Aug 25
    We had a fantastic dinner, innovative delicious food and great people.

  • Jemma A. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 13 Aug 25
    Absolutely superb! Thank you to Marais, Chef Matt and the team for an amazing evening

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 Aug 25
    The food? Amazing!! The staff? Amazing!! It was our first time and we enjoyed every second of it. The staff is amazing you guys!! Loved it! Kudos to the chef for the amazing food!

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 Aug 25
    Our time at Mertia was absolutely perfect. It's rare to find a place that excels in every aspect – food, service and atmosphere, but Mertia has truly mastered them all. The food was impeccable! Every dish was a balance of flavour, freshness and presentation. You could taste the passion and love poured into each dish. The service was exceptional from start to finish and the team made this experience so wonderful. We are already planning our next visit. Highly recommended!

  • Arina R. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 Aug 25
    Fantastisch!! Geweldig eten en super fijne bediening 😀 complimenten voor de chef-kok 👌

    MERTIA responded on Wed 13 Aug 25:
    Dear Arina, thank you for your wonderful review and kind words! We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards MERTIA Team

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 Aug 25
    From beginning to end the experience was absolutely amazing. Cant wait to come back.

    MERTIA responded on Wed 13 Aug 25:
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re truly honoured by your kind words. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing evening! Kind regards MERTIA Team

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