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The Jordan Restaurant With Marthinus Ferreira

Contemporary
Location Pointer 3P4V+RM Stellenbosch Farms, South Africa
4.7
(924 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated

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One of the first signature chef restaurants in the Cape Winelands, Jordan Restaurant brought Chef George Jardine’s brand of contemporary fare from city to country in 2009.

We are excited to announce that Marthinus Ferreira, of Dw eleven – 13 in Johannesburg, has taken over the management of The Jordan Restaurant, taking over from Chef George Jardine. The signature restaurant will trade under the name The Jordan Restaurant with Marthinus Ferreira.

Marthinus Ferreira has helped shape the South African food scene, with his flair for food gastronomy inspired by his childhood favourites and influences from abroad, having worked with some of the world’s top chefs, including Chef Gordon Ramsay & Chef Heston Blumenthal.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Here, the outside comes in with expansive views of the lake and vineyards that are purely paintable. And so are the plates… Chef Marthinus Ferreira’s contemporary, sophisticated dining is premium. Dishes are flavourful, and sauces sublime. He’s a chef who has embraced the art of classical French cooking, infused with tastes gleaned from other European destinations.

Take a leap and order the tasting menu, as you’ll find it hard to choose from the à la carte; each plate has its own appeal. The bread course alone is a veritable feast, with merlot butter, a spinach salad oozing umami, olives, and a miniature version of a Greek salad served on a cucumber slice – all in the spirit of giving.

Mains are all drawcards, with the confit pork belly accompanied by pommes purée, buttered radish, fermented apple, remoulade, cranberry ketchup, and morel pork jus being a standout. All meals complement the array of premium Jordan wines on offer and others, creating a companionable dining experience that celebrates the place and its produce.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 15h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 15h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 15h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 15h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 15h00 - 18h30 - 23h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 15h00 - 18h30 - 23h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 15h00

Reviews (924)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.7
Ambience 4.8
  • Fabrizio B. Dined: 1 day ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Apr 26
    Amazing experience. The food presentation and dishes were outstanding. I was underwhelmed by the main dish Sous Vide Springbok Loin, I felt that the beetroot sous was too sweet and overpowered the Springbok (which was overdone). Besides this, the service was amazing! WELL DONE. The menu was great and many choices and the ambiance just spectacular. Amazing experience.

  • David W. Dined: 1 day ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Marianne J. Dined: 4 days ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Folkard Wohlgemuth Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 07 Apr 26
    Wonderful location with great food. Small drawback - the constant change of service personnel makes building a rapport difficult and lessens the experience.

  • Jacques M. Dined: 1 week ago
    1.5
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 06 Apr 26
    We booked Jordan Wine Estate with genuine excitement for a first date, given its strong reputation and positioning as a premium dining destination in Stellenbosch. Unfortunately, the experience was deeply underwhelming across multiple dimensions. Food: The biggest issue was the food itself. Several dishes were so disappointing that we sent them back after only a few bites. At this level and price point, consistency and execution should be a given — not a question mark. Service & Experience: Service lacked the polish expected of a top-tier establishment. Our waitress struggled to explain dishes and did not demonstrate a confident understanding of the menu. This significantly detracts from the overall dining experience, particularly when menus are curated and conceptual. Management Response: Perhaps the most disappointing aspect was the complete absence of management engagement. Despite multiple dishes being returned, no one from management or the kitchen came to our table to check in, acknowledge the issue, or attempt to recover the experience. This reflects poorly on the establishment’s approach to guest care. Value for Money: The total bill came to approximately R6,600 for two people for lunch — an extraordinarily high price point. At that level, diners rightfully expect an exceptional, memorable experience across food, service, and hospitality. Unfortunately, this was not delivered. Overall: Jordan Wine Estate has all the ingredients to be outstanding — location, brand, and positioning — but based on our experience, there are significant gaps in execution, service training, and customer care. We hope this feedback is taken constructively, as the current offering does not justify the price being charged.

  • Pedro C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 31 Mar 26
    Delicious fare served with top notch attention. Lovely decor and amassing views. Will certainly return.

  • Jamie Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 31 Mar 26
    Top notch.

  • Petra V. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 30 Mar 26
    Excellent creative cuisine, great tastes, great setting, friendly service, …may-be a bit too much mayo in everything, prepayment unusual, ambitious pricing

  • Bas Terwijn Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 29 Mar 26
    We had a lovely dinner at Jordan Restaurant. Stunning plates, surprising flavours and very friendly staff. Highly recommend.

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