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MERTIA

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Newcomer
French Japanese South African
Location Pointer 20 Bird St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
4.9
(718 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 17h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED

Reviews (718)

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 18 May 26
    An out of this world experience!

  • Sandy A. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 May 26
    We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Mertia. Chef Matt’s passion and talent shines through in every single dish. The fusion of flavours is an amazing experience. An absolute treat. Will definitely be back

  • Meagan W. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 May 26
    You guys were superstars with our Child! He was so infatuated by every detail the entire night. Thank you

  • Alexander V. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 12 May 26
    Delicious food and nice service Wine pairing could be a bit more generous

  • Penny B. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Malcolm H. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 May 26
    Hi, we had a table of 6 and the meal, wine, service was all absolutely outstanding. We all thoroughly enjoyed our Saturday lunch. Very impressive indeed and the only difficult part was trying to decide what was the best course! Impossible to choose and all rated 5 out of 5. Thanks to the Mertia team. What a meal!

  • Ursula C. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 10 May 26
    The best in South Africa!

    MERTIA responded on Sun 17 May 26:
    Dear Ursula, thank you for your wonderful five-star review! We are absolutely delighted to hear you had an amazing experience and have passed your compliments to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another memorable experience! Warmest regards MERTIA Team

  • William S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 09 May 26 (Guest left no comment)

    MERTIA responded on Sun 17 May 26:
    Dear William, thank you for your fantastic review! We are absolutely delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience and have passed your compliments to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Warmest regards MERTIA Team

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

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 May 26 (Guest left no comment)

    MERTIA responded on Sun 17 May 26:
    Dear Marlene, thank you for your wonderful review! We are absolutely delighted to hear you had an amazing experience and have passed your compliments to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Warmest regards MERTIA Team

  • Happy J. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 07 May 26 (Guest left no comment)

    MERTIA responded on Sun 17 May 26:
    Dear Jack, thank you for your lovely review! Your rating truly means the world to us. We are absolutely delighted that you had an amazing experience and have passed your compliments to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience! Warmest regards MERTIA Team

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