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Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate

Contemporary
Dassenberg Rd, South Africa
(392 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • Wine Estate

Take a seat overlooking the Rickety Bridge vineyards. Sip a glassful of crisp estate wine and enjoy a delicious lunch while drinking in the splendour of the magnificent surroundings. Every creation from our team of talented chefs is given extra zest by the striking beauty of the setting and stunning views of the Franschhoek mountains.

Rickety Bridge is an enchanting Franschhoek wine estate that earns its place in the Cape's cuisine capital. Franschhoek is home to some of the best restaurants in South Africa. The Restaurant in the Vines has made way for Paulina's, named in honour of the original owner of the property in 1797, Paulina de Villiers. The restaurant spills out from a cosy thatched area onto shaded decks with views over the vineyards and mountains.

Reviews (392)

4.3 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.3
Value 4.2
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.4
  • Simbulele M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    0.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 07 May 25
    Everything was impressive, I was satisfied.

  • Philippa N. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 25 Apr 25
    Tasty food, great service and superb location & views, highly recommend

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear Philippa, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and beautiful views at Rickety Bridge. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful experience. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Gary P. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 17 Apr 25 (Guest left no comment)

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear Gary, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience with us! We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future for another wonderful visit. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Naomi Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 09 Apr 25
    Great experience

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear Naomi, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Vanessa O. Dined: 2 months ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Mar 25 (Guest left no comment)

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear Vanessa, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to know you enjoyed your experience with us! We hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful visit. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Philip G. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 17 Mar 25
    Very good food and wine, in a stunning setting, most importantly with great service.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear Mr Green, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food, wine, and beautiful setting—and especially pleased that our team’s service made your visit memorable. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back to Rickety Bridge soon. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • James C. Dined: 2 months ago
    1.8
    Food 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 11 Mar 25 (Guest left no comment)

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear James, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're truly sorry to see that your experience with us did not meet expectations. We would genuinely appreciate the opportunity to learn more and make things right. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at reservations@ricketybridge.com so we can better understand your experience and hopefully welcome you back for a much-improved visit. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • John M. Dined: 2 months ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Mar 25
    Our lunch at Paulina’s was one of the best meals during our visit to the Cape. We both had salads that were very well prepared and nicely presented. We ate outside on the terrace soaking up the heat and the view, which is slightly spoilt by having a carpark in front. This should really be moved to the side. All in all a delightful and memorable two hours. The price is a little dear for South Africa, but the quality shone tho.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 03 May 25:
    Dear John, Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that your lunch at Paulina’s was one of the highlights of your time in the Cape! It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the fresh salads and the beauty of the terrace. We appreciate your comment about the view and will certainly take it into consideration as we continue to improve the guest experience. We hope to welcome you back again on your next visit to Franschhoek. Warm regards, The Rickety Bridge Team

  • Susanne S. Dined: 2 months ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 06 Mar 25
    We had lunch in Paulina’s some years ago. But all has changed totally. Menu with wine pairing in some small bowls where all the ingredients are in like a soup. No chance to cut in this with a knife. Quality was average, nothing special. A lot of large groups, arriving with large buses during lunch time make it feel like in a rush. Sorry, but our last time in the restaurant. The platter’s at the wine tasting area are much nicer.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 08 Mar 25:
    Dear Susanne, Thank you for sharing your candid feedback regarding your recent visit. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your lunch didn’t meet the high standards you’ve come to expect from us. Your comments on the presentation of our tasting plate are invaluable, and we are already working on improvements to enhance this aspect of our offering. We also acknowledge that the presence of tour groups during your visit may have affected the atmosphere, and we are looking into ways to better manage busy periods to ensure all guests can enjoy a more relaxed experience. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us. Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management.

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  • Monday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Saturday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Sunday 11h00 - 16h00

Curated Mothers Day Lunch

Mothers Day is Approaching! Celebrate amongst the vines with our special sharing menu at Rickety Bridge. Start with exquisite smoked trout adorned with avocado puree and zesty herb dressing, followed by succulent butter roast chicken and rolled pork belly served with dauphinoise potatoes and seasonal vegetables. Conclude your culinary journey with our rich chocolate malva pudding that will delight your taste buds! R695 per adult R295 per child | Limited seats available—secure yours today!

  • Sun, 11 May
  • Sunday only: 12:00:00 only
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  • Last confirmed: 24 Apr 2025