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The Jordan Restaurant With Marthinus Ferreira

Contemporary Fine Dining
Location Pointer 3P4V+RM Stellenbosch Farms, South Africa
4.7
(913 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 (913)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.6
Service 4.6
Ambience 4.8
  • MAN D. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 17 Dec 25
    The scenery is worth the ticket price, I would recommend the meal and the wine to others

  • bruno k. Dined: 2 days ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Juergen D. Dined: 3 days ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 15 Dec 25
    The overall impression Jordan left is mediocre. They raise high expectations, but the Reality doesn’t match. It starts with the glasses: It is their choice to serve water in stoneware mugs, but a plain glass would fit a lot better. We had a bottle of sparkling water, only to find out later that they charged us twice 65 Rands. (Our fault, usually you don‘t need to check that) The starters were ok. But again: as others also remarked - the dishes are not clearly aligned. Too much of everything ( sweet, sour, smoke) - less would be more. (Sweetbread, Yellowfin Tuna) Mains ok, but due to the chilling atmosphere (caused by the blowing Aircon) the sauce was cold when the Springbok made it to the table. It is a curated menue, which we will never do again. You are forced into 3 courses. No way out. If you are not the sweet tooth you can order as the only option a selection of cheese. Therefore they charge another extra 300 Rand. Initial price 895 p.p. So you pay actually for 4 courses and you get 3. That brings you to 1195 Rand. It is a winery. They almost double the price for their own wines. Chardonnay is with 575 Rands on the bill. Jordan shop: 290 Rand. There are better options in Stellenbosch. Finally you get the bill. „ A discretonairy gratuity „ will be added to your bill is indicated on the menu. Fair enough. But the way the do the billing the gratuity is embedded and mandatory. In a nutshell: nice atmosphere, friendly staff, mediocre food and middleclass Chardonnay. Bottom line 3200 Rand. Completely overpriced. Next time we will spend our money we know where to go. Elsewhere.

    The Jordan Restaurant With Marthinus Ferreira responded on Tue 16 Dec 25:
    Good Afternoon Mr Dillmann, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We are sorry to hear that your overall experience did not meet the expectations you had when dining with us. We would like to clarify that had any of these concerns been raised with a member of our team on the day, we would have gladly addressed them immediately. Regarding the stoneware mugs, this is a stylistic choice; however, we do offer standard crystal glassware, and guests are always welcome to request this if they prefer. If the air conditioning was uncomfortable or affected your dining experience, this could certainly have been adjusted on the day had it been brought to our attention. With regard to our wine pricing, our list reflects not only the product itself but also the level of service, storage, handling, and the use of high-quality Riedel glassware throughout the experience. Pricing within a restaurant environment will naturally differ from retail pricing at the cellar door. The discretionary service charge is clearly indicated on our menu and is not mandatory. Should a guest feel that the service or food did not live up to their expectations, we are always more than willing to remove it upon request, and we would certainly have done so in your case had you expressed your dissatisfaction at the time. We are sorry to hear that you found the BF Chardonnay to be “middle class,” as it is a wine we are proud to offer and one that is well regarded by many of our guests. Your comments regarding the menu structure and flavour balance have been noted and will be shared with our culinary team for consideration. While our tasting menu is designed as a curated experience, we understand that this style of dining may not suit every preference. We appreciate your acknowledgment of our atmosphere and friendly staff and thank you again for your feedback. It helps us reflect and improve, even when experiences fall short. Kind regards Zinzan Kline

  • Antoinette G. Dined: 5 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Colin Wood Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 11 Dec 25
    Don’t go there it’s horrid 😂. If I tell you it’s our favourite restaurant you will all go there and take our regular seat. Without doubt it’s 5 stars all round AND not the least bit pretentious.

  • Jessica M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 10 Dec 25
    Perfect evening

  • Alan P. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 08 Dec 25
    simply sublime in all aspects

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 08 Dec 25
    A great lunch with expertly crafted dishes. Chef Marthinus's talent never fails to amaze. Interesting wine list featuring top boutique producers. Friendly and efficient service. We loved it!

  • James D. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 07 Dec 25
    Great meal. Many thanks

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