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Smeul

Location Pointer 193 Main Rd, Hoog-En-Droog, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
4.7
(60 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace

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SMEUL is a fire-focused restaurant at Zomerlust Boutique Hotel in Paarl.
Award-winning chef and Paarl local Kevin Grobler and his team serve an à la carte menu shaped by fire, smoke and flame.

The food is rooted in authenticity and purpose – honouring seasonality and letting superb ingredients shine. SMEUL works closely with local farmers and producers, championing sustainable practices and celebrating what the region has to offer.

The wine list, developed by our sommelier, draws on local and hard-to-find favourites chosen for their substance, a story and unique food pairing abilities.
About Kevin Grobler

Many will know him as Head Chef at the Michelin-starred JAN in Nice, Executive Chef at Delaire Graff, and most recently as Executive Chef at SCAPE in Suid-Agter Paarl, where he received an Eat Out One Star Award in 2025.

SMEUL marks a return to the heart of his home town – and a chance to marry his creativity with the skill required to cook elevated cuisine over the most humble and ancient tools: a flame.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 20h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 20h00

Reviews (60)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.9
  • Ben P. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 01 Jul 26
    Would like to have a glass of bubbles on the menu too

  • Anmare R. Dined: 2 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 30 Jun 26
    We had a fabulous evening, with prime food and excellent service - The wine list was very expensive - I recommend you take your own wine!

  • Izabelle W. Dined: 3 days ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Jun 26
    What an awesome experience with fantastic food! Can highly recommend Smeul. Only negative was that we couldn't order port by the glass with our dessert, only per bottle :-(

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 29 Jun 26
    Absolutely amazing team - best service I have experienced in the Cape Winelands in many years. Kevin and his team are awesome!

  • Joubert N. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 28 Jun 26
    Excellent experience, thank you! I will certainly recommend Smeul. You could consider to put salt and pepper and a flower on the table. With your style light classical music would be more suitable; but I know this is a subjective opinion.

  • Lilah W. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 28 Jun 26
    Restaurant housed in a beautiful old building. The pork belly was good, the fish served with charred broccoli, pickle, broth and herbal emulsion unmemorable. We shared an Espresso semifreddo, looked beautiful, however could taste zero espresso and choc ice cream was rock hard… again unmemorable. A pity, lots of potential. Wine exorbitantly priced… you’re allowed to bring one of yr own at zero corkage

  • Stefan D. Dined: 5 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 27 Jun 26
    Very friendly staff. Great ambiance. Very tasty meals. Value for money.

  • Elsebe P. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 27 Jun 26
    Absolutely love the ambience. The food is Michelin star quality! Service 10/10

  • Corne v. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Gert K. Dined: 6 days ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 26 Jun 26
    Great experience with excellent service and fantastic food. Well done to the team

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