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Orangerie at Le Lude

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 20
Fine Dining French
Location Pointer 11 Lambrechts Rd, Franschhoek, 7690, South Africa
4.9
(3775 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Wine Estate
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 50
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 20
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

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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 (3775)

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 11 Aug 25
    Great place with reasonable rices and excellent service. A bit of a treacherous road up there, but worth it.

  • Leon A. Alberts Dined: 1 day ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 11 Aug 25
    A very pleasant lunch experience by a larger than usual party of guest. The service was exemplary, the food (or as per the presentation thereof rather pieces of art) was exquisite. But such an experience starts from the top - Edmund as the Restaurant & Tasting Room Manager was professional, engaged, attentive yet not intrusive, which ed rubbed off on the other personnel. Highly recommended

  • Richard N. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Antonia N. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • LODINE M. Dined: 3 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Claudio F. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 Aug 25
    One of the best restaurants in Franschhoek in terms of service and food. Understated elegance and good location. Wines are on the expensive side.

  • John W. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 08 Aug 25
    Another amazing experience at one of our favorite restaurants in Franschhoek.

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

    Reviewed on: Wed 06 Aug 25
    Dining at Orangerie was a truly luxurious experience. From the serene setting to the beautifully plated dishes, everything exuded elegance. The service was outstanding—attentive, professional, and warm. The food was exceptional. Every bite was a delight, and I was especially surprised by how something as simple as a carrot dipped in chickpea sauce could be elevated to such a flavorful highlight. It’s clear that the kitchen has both technical skill and creativity. The only downside? The unpaved road leading to the restaurant. It slightly detracts from the otherwise polished experience. Considering the high-end nature of the venue, paving the access road would really complete the offering. Still, it was an unforgettable meal and I’ll absolutely be back.

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

    Reviewed on: Tue 05 Aug 25
    Our waitress sKim gave us excellent service 👊

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