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The Small Restaurant

French Mediterranean South African
Location Pointer 58 Van Reenen Street, Robertson 6705, Western Cape, South Africa
4.5
(144 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views

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Menu
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The Small Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with all bookings by appointment. There is seating both inside the Manor House and on the patio beside the hotel gardens. A classic menu with refined seasonal dishes elevating the best in local produce is served alongside choice wines from the valley.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 08h00 - 10h30, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 08h00 - 10h30, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 08h00 - 10h00, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Thursday 08h00 - 10h00, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Friday 08h00 - 10h00, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Saturday 08h00 - 10h00, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30
  • Sunday 08h00 - 10h00, 12h00 - 15h00, 18h00 - 20h30

Reviews (144)

4.5 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.5
Value 4.4
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.4
  • Leoni K. Dined: 1 week ago
    4
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience N/A
  • Melanie D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 07 Mar 26
    We stayed at the Robertson Small Hotel and ate both breakfast and dinner at the Small Restaurant. We found the dinner menu to be rather small and restrictive and if staying more than two nights, would have struggled to find something different as there are no daily specials. We were also disappointed that they only had one choice of rosé wine on the wine list. The food was very nice and the service was friendly and timely. I can't say the same for the breakfast serving which was slow, disorganised and nobody seemed to know what they were doing. The small buffet lacked bowls, glasses and various other things that were needed and, despite asking several times, these things failed to materialise. Luckily we were not in a hurry as the cooked breakfast took well over 45 minutes to arrive despite the fact that there were only three tables occupied. There seems to be a lack of management and nobody seems to be in charge. They even had a problem providing toast. I despair.

  • Ludo D. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Hans K. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 25 Feb 26
    We had reserved in the courtyard but since it was unusually cool that evening we were placed inside. But not in the main restaurant but in the foyer of the hotel where we sat at a lonely table. Service initially was good but after I had my starter nothing else happened for one hour. My partner did not have a starter and was getting hungry. When we complained after 1.5 h everybody seemed to be very surprised. The food then arrived within 5 minutes (had it been secretly waiting somewhere?) and was delicious, but nobody said sorry. We had eaten at the Small Hotel several times before and it was always a good experience but this time unfortunately we left with a bad impression.

  • Usha E. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Claus F. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 24 Feb 26
    Wonderful restaurant in a small beautiful guest house. Nice and very friendly service. We did 2 days in a row.

  • David C. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Sue S. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service N/A
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Feb 26
    Delicious dinner, especially the very tasty seafood dumplings and the gazpacho, main lamb shank juicy, tender and oozy chocolate lava dessert a perfect ending. Breakfast equally good. Poolside room very comfortable with every thing provided.Swim straight from your own deck into the crystal clear water. Gardens beautiful and lush. A precious treasure designation of historic property. Calm and restful environment. Charming staff. 5/5 hope to return soon.

  • Martin L. Dined: 1 month ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 18 Feb 26
    Had a three course valentine menu at this restaurant which was never planned as such. We had an early reservation and we were the first guests. One hour later the restaurant was full and it was really loud in there. Due to heavy winds the terrace was closed. We were very pleased with the food. Duck as main dish was very tasty

  • Ian M. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Feb 26
    We’ve been a patron for two decades & have always felt welcome & valued. Wonderful place to just relax

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