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The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge Estate

Contemporary
Location Pointer Dassenberg Rd, South Africa
4.3
(410 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • Wine Estate

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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.

Our menus lean into the seasons, wholeheartedly embracing our Franschhoek Valley surrounds. Expect to indulge in traditional home baked breads and local cheeses, the freshest eggs, vegetables and fruits from neighbours and always – the best quality meat and fish we can source. We serve a menu of bistro-style classics with subtle nods to our diverse South African culinary heritage.

The restaurant spills out from a cosy thatched area onto shaded decks with views over the vineyards and mountains.

Opening Hours

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

Specials

The Potjiekos Experience at Rickety Bridge.

Working together as a group, youll build your very own potjie from scratch, choosing from two proteins, six fresh vegetables, and ten aromatic spices, all while your chef guides you every step of the way. Its as much about the experience as it is about the food. To complement the occasion, youll also enjoy a full Foundation Stone wine tasting, so theres always something delicious in hand while your stew works its magic. R890 per person, including your potjie tutorial, wine tasting, water, and gratuity. Advanced booking required! Please secure your spot at least 24 hours ahead.

  • 25 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2028
  • Everyday: 11:00 - 15:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 23 Feb 2026

Winter Warmer

Warm up this season with our Winter Warmer Lunch Special for just R185 on a crisp Franschhoek afternoon. Enjoy a slow-braised Cape Malay Lamb Rogan Josh Curry, simmered low and slow in fragrant spices and served with fluffy basmati rice and a vibrant sambal. This comforting dish is perfectly paired with a rich, velvety glass of our Foundation Stone Merlot. Join us for lunch—your table is waiting.

  • 1 Jun - 31 Aug
  • Everyday: 11:00 - 16:00
  • All pax
  • Last confirmed: 1 Jun 2026

Reviews (410)

4.3 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.3
Value 4.2
Service 4.3
Ambience 4.5
  • Terry L. Dined: 4 days ago
    4.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 08 Jun 26
    Magnificent setting but the expectation of the lamb curry special was a little disappointing. The flavour was spot on but there was hardly any lamb to be found. Rather charge a bit more and add a few more chunks. One of the guests in our party didn’t received her roast chicken thighs until 15 mins into our meal. All the side dishes were delicious but you fell short on the lack of lamb and the wait for the chicken.

  • Jennifer Green Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 06 Jun 26
    Exceptional service with our late online booking, welcome, food and wait service. Very nice environment opposite the wines.

  • Carolyn L. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 21 May 26
    We enjoyed a relaxed lunch out on the verandah with wonderful service and delicious food.

    The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Fri 22 May 26:
    Dear Carolyn, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed a relaxed lunch on the verandah with wonderful service and delicious food. We'd love to welcome you back to Rickety Bridge anytime! Warmest regards, Rickety Bridge Team

  • Antoinette T. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Isadora S. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 3.0
  • Andrew B. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 14 Apr 26
    My only complaint - no rainbow trout. But everything else was wonderful.

    The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Wed 15 Apr 26:
    Dear Andrew, Thank you for your lovely review! We're thrilled everything was wonderful for you. We're sorry the rainbow trout wasn't available during your visit — we appreciate the feedback and hope you'll return to try it next time! Warmest regards, Rickety Bridge Team

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

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 Apr 26
    Beautiful moment we had here, the staff was kind and the atmosphere amazing

    The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Mon 13 Apr 26:
    Dear Mitsuaki, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you had a beautiful moment with us and enjoyed our kind staff and amazing atmosphere. We'd love to welcome you back to Rickety Bridge anytime! Warmest regards, Rickety Bridge Team

  • Jonathan D. Dined: 2 months ago
    2.8
    Food 2.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 30 Mar 26
    Rickety bridge has so much potential to be an even better restaurant but your food and service lets you down, the muscles where overdone and the fish was not the greatest the tartar sauce was tasteless service was very slow

    The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Tue 31 Mar 26:
    Dear Jonathan, Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you recognising our potential, but we sincerely apologise that the food and service let you down. Overdone mussels, subpar fish, tasteless tartar sauce, and very slow service are all unacceptable. Your feedback is being shared with our kitchen and service teams so we can address these issues and live up to that potential. We hope you'll give us another chance in future. Kind regards, Rickety Bridge Team

  • Catherine C. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 28 Mar 26
    Excellent breakfast with amazing views and friendly staff, would definitely come again!

    The Restaurant at Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sun 29 Mar 26:
    Dear Catherine, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the excellent breakfast, amazing views, and our friendly staff. We'd love to welcome you back to Rickety Bridge anytime! Warmest regards, Rickety Bridge Team

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