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Orangerie at Le Lude

Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20 Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
French
Location Pointer 11 Lambrechts Rd, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
4.8
(3865 reviews)
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  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Wine Estate
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 50
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50
  • Reviewers' Choice 2025 - Top 20

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Along with formal training in Europe, Chef Nicolene Barrow worked at the world-famous Le Gavroche Restaurant in London before setting up Orangerie at Le Lude. Here classical French cuisine is presented with a contemporary twist; the purist, disciplined approach of the European masters combined with a hint of individual, modern creativity where what is on the plate is presented looking as good as it tastes.

A seasonal menu offers the finest, freshest ingredients found in the forests, meadows, mountains and seas of the Cape, resulting in a selection of dishes offered in an environment conducive to making permanent Franschhoek memories.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Tuesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 10h00 - 17h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Saturday 10h00 - 17h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Sunday 10h00 - 17h00

Reviews (3865)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Hester W. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 25 Jun 26
    As always we had a lovely time. The service is better than the best. From the first welcome smile to the wish for a safe journey, we felt part of lovely group of people. Being vegetarian and knowing the menu we unfortunately go for the same irresistible dishes! Blame us for not being more adventuress. The Gruyere souffle is light. The sauce and apple strips complement the cheesy taste perfectly. It is a winner. The mushroom tortellini is a plate of pure comfort. Thank you for the suggestion that we might like the starter portion. That left a tiny bit of room for dessert! Profiteroles for one and Flan for the other. Both served as the perfect end to a wonderful meal. Thank you to everyone at Orangerie. PS Please visit the beautiful bathrooms. What a treat to have Charlotte Rhys products.

  • Anna K. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 22 Jun 26
    Simply the best!! Food was absolutely sublime. What a treat. We can’t wait to be back.

  • Andrew R. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 21 Jun 26
    A particularly noisey table of 7 incl a child in the centre of the restaurant, occasionally made normal conversation difficult.

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

    Reviewed on: Sun 21 Jun 26
    Thank you to the wonderful manager Tiaan and his attentive, kind team. The experience was world class and every of of the 15 guests enjoyed the setting, the High Tea experience and the warm hospitality of the team. We will be back Thank you so much Simone de Wet

  • Gaye D. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Jun 26
    Excellent food and brilliant waiter.

  • Monique Dined: 4 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience N/A
  • Rob H. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 29 May 26
    Excellent meal as always great atmosphere great night out.

  • slindele m. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 28 May 26
    Had such an amazing experience at Le Lude! The atmosphere was beautiful, the food and drinks were incredible, and the service made it even more special. A special shoutout to Kim, our waitress, who was absolutely wonderful, friendly, attentive, and so welcoming throughout the entire experience. She truly made us feel taken care of. Highly recommend Le Lude for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience

  • Christell Dined: 1 month ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 25 May 26
    Incredibly high standard of food, the duck pate was world class. The Cape Salmon was juicy and gently cooked. The best French fries I have had in my life. The bread service is also exceptional. Our waiter was faultless.

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