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MERTIA

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 50 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
4.9
(700 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • WiFi
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Newcomer
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 50

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

Reviews (700)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.8
  • Peter O. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 17 Feb 26
    The food was outstanding, we enjoyed the evening very much. Our guest were very much impressed. Ambience only 4 stars because it was a little loud.

  • Elizabeth S. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Feb 26
    Ons ervaring by Mertia het soos elke vorige keer alle verwagtinge oortref oortref!

  • Litta L. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Feb 26
    We loved the food and the thoughtfulness behind each ingredient. We especially enjoyed the storytelling - that’s the experience of fine dining!

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Litta, thank you for your lovely review! We're truly honoured by your kind words and we're absolutely delighted to hear you enjoyed our storytelling and the thoughtfulness behind the menu. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future for another memorable experience! Kind regards MERTIA Team

  • Hendrik G. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Feb 26 (Guest left no comment)

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Hendrik, thank you for your review, we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards MERTIA Team

  • Jarryd E. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 15 Feb 26
    Incredible food, service, and overall experience. The mango dessert was unlike anything I’ve ever tasted — absolutely unforgettable. I can’t wait to come back.

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Jarryd, thank you for your wonderful review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that you had a unforgettable experience and we will ensure to pass your compliments to our team! We eagerly await the pleasure of welcoming you back in the near future for another memorable experience! Kind regards MERTIA Team

  • Danie V. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 14 Feb 26 (Guest left no comment)

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Danie, thank you for your review, we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards MERTIA Team

  • Stefan R. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 09 Feb 26
    We have been there for our last dinner in South Africa before returning home and we were also celebrating a personal event. They were very kind and helped us make this event more special. The food and the stories shared by the team is great, some of the dishes memorable. We had the 10 course menu and chose for a pescatarian option

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Stefan, thank you for your lovely review! Thank you for choosing MERTIA to celebrate such a special occasion, we're so delighted to hear you had a special and memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future for another memorable experience! Kind regards MERTIA Team

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Feb 26
    One word sublime 🤩

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Kathleen, thank you for your wonderful review! We're truly honoured by your kind words! We eagerly await the pleasure of welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Kind regards MERTIA Team

  • Klaus K. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Feb 26 (Guest left no comment)

    MERTIA responded on Mon 16 Feb 26:
    Dear Klaus, thank you for your review, we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards MERTIA Team

  • Deidre H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 05 Feb 26
    We had one of the best dining experiences at Mertia. So much thought and detail in everything and making my husband's birthday extra special! We will definitely be back!!!

    MERTIA responded on Fri 06 Feb 26:
    Dear Deidre, thank you for your wonderful review! We're so delighted to hear your experience was special and memorable. We're truly honoured by your kind words and your rating means the world to us. Thank you for choosing MERTIA to celebrate such a special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Kind regards MERTIA Team

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