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Guardian Peak
Review
About
Travellers' Choice
2024
Here at Guardian Peak, we believe that a lifestyle without wine is incomplete. Our Live with Wine philosophy is built on our firm belief that wine and food should be inseparable in our daily diet. That is why we present our wines to you in a relaxed restaurant setting, where wine with food is our focus. The breathtaking views of the surrounding Stellenbosch mountains and Winelands along with a selection of good wine and food, provide an ideal setting for an unforgettable experience. Our Tasting Room is open daily from 09h00 - 17h00. We serve lunch daily from 12h00 – 15h30. Dinner is served Tuesday to Saturday 18h00 – 22h00 from November to April, in our summer season, and Wednesday to Saturday 18h00 – 22h00 from May to October in our winter season.
Features
CUISINES
European, Grill
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner, After-hours
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Full Bar
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Parking Available
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Location
Parking Available
Does this restaurant offer highchairs for toddlers?
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Hours
Closed now
• Opens at 12:00 PM
Sunday
Closed
Monday
12:00 - 15:30
Tuesday
12:00 - 15:3018:30 - 22:00
Wednesday
12:00 - 15:3018:30 - 22:00
Thursday
12:00 - 15:3018:30 - 22:00
Friday
12:00 - 15:3018:30 - 22:00
Saturday
12:00 - 15:3018:30 - 22:00
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4.3
829 reviews
Excellent
485
Very good
213
Average
83
Poor
31
Terrible
17
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Lat0ur61
Zurich112 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
The restaurant was a regular stopover over the past two years and a place of great happiness, but it somehow lost some of its appeal on our last visit.
We don't really know exactly why. The restaurant manager is still the same, friendly and personable as always. We miss the other familiar faces in the service department, Meghan has finished her studies and hasn't been there for a long time. The male waiter with whom I had so many informative conversations was also absent.
The beef fillet was still tender and tasty. The chips served with it were thin, not homemade, just industrial quality. The glass of red wine 'Africaans' was R 20 more expensive this year and at R 90 too expensive for the quality.
Overall, hardly any noticeable changes, but unlike in previous years, not all tables were occupied. People obviously have a keen sense of smell, especially since there are many alternatives. We feel the same way.
Written 14 January 2024
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Lily L
Spain280 contributions
Nov 2024 • friends
Absolutely wonderful food, location, views and good wines. This restaurant is definitely one of the top places to eat in the area and worth a visit but bookings are essential. Their seared tuna was cooked to perfection and size was generous. Every meal we ate was of exceptional quality so no matter what you order be sure that it will be delicious. Staff are well trained and offer top quality service.
Written 9 November 2024
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LeopardsHill13
Wurzburg355 contributions
Nov 2023 • friends
We have already visited Guardian Peak three times this month, each time for dinner, and each time we have enjoyed the great service, the magnificent view (when making a reservation, please make sure that you want to sit by the window at the front - with an overwhelming view of the sunlit mountains) and of course the good wines and the great food. Lundu in particular has always served us very well! We would love to come back on Saturday.
Written 17 November 2023
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Murray B
Pretoria8 contributions
Mar 2022 • family
When they say "we only serve wines from our greater portfolio" we didn't expect that to exclude beer, gin and tonic and even a Steelworks. Plus they list wines that say "sold out", narrowing the choice even further.
The Salt and Pepper Squid was battered and deep fried which was not obvious from the menu.
We asked for medium rare and medium steaks which had to be sent back as they were both very rare. A nice touch was they replaced the steaks, instead of just heating them again but the replacements were as rare as the first steaks.
And to top it off, they ran out of ice cream so the dessert I had had my eye on all day was a non starter.
My experience was 1 or 2 stars but the rest of the family enjoyed their food, the location and view is great and the decor is nice so giving it 3 stars.
Written 6 March 2022
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Sarah C
Ashtead1319 contributions
Dec 2022 • friends
This was a return visit and the views are so spectacular. We really enjoyed our lunch (chicken salad, chocolate brownie, generous portions) which was (not included price wise) in the middle of our day's wine tour.
The wines were delicious too
Written 1 November 2023
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Dewald R
Cape Town Central3592 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
Nestled on the slopes of the Helderberg mountain, is the Guardian Peak Winery. This is a must-visit farm in the area, not just because of the great wines, but also their restaurant and views. We visited for lunch and luckily we made a booking as they were packed. What I loved was that, although we were there for lunch, they allowed us to do a wine tasting at our table. This worked well as it was easier to then pair a wine with the food based on the advice from the waiter. Their wine range is vast with options in different price ranges, and their policy is that you pay per wine you taste, with the tasting fee being waivered on the purchase of wine which I always like. Their food is just as good as their wines - I went for their Pork Loin Chop. Firstly, it was massive! Secondly, it was super tasty! I can highly recommend it. Sometimes at the farms where they combine the restaurant with the wine tasting, the waiters aren't very knowledgeable about the wines, however this is not the case here. The waiter was super informative and friendly, and made it a very enjoyable experience. To top it off, they have an amazing view of the Helderberg mountains and valley below, and it's a great option for sunny or rainy days.
Written 28 October 2021
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Ferdie Liebenberg
Cape Town Central503 contributions
Sept 2023 • family
We had a family lunch at this restaurant & I've never been to this amasing venue.
The views are spectacular, overlooking a beautiful valley, dotted with other wineries.
As you walk into this venue you are greeted by a wall of smiles. All the staff were absolutely on point regarding presentation & knowledge of the menu.
We placed our orders & were blown away by the presentation & size of the portions, well done.
I had the Oxtail & must admit it is the best I've ever had, succulent & the delicious meat fell off the bone.
If you're ever in the Stellenbosch winery valley area & looking for something special, this is it
To the management and staff thank you for a great experience.
Kind regards
Ferdie Liebenberg
Written 10 September 2023
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Al D
Somerset West147 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
A very nice lunch with an overseas visitor. Good service, good wine and a great view of the mountains from the window side tables.
Their venison was beautifully cooked and enjoyed by the ladies. However, my venison tartare was no so good. The meat seemed to be part cooked, not like any traditional tartare.
Written 16 February 2024
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LizUk
168 contributions
Feb 2024 • friends
Lovely meal with friends
What an amazing location with wonderful views over the mountains. The light colours are fabulous!
Wine was excellent and very good value!
We enjoyed bobotie spring rolls to start which were delicious
Steaks were very good too.
Why not 5 stars, the service was a bit erratic and the side dishes didn’t mirror what we had ordered
A lovely evening and we would definitely go back
Written 23 February 2024
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Critic
Dubai146 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
This is a great restaurant to visit as the views over the vineyards and mountain range alone are worth the visit. We had a decent meal here and the restaurant seems to be a favourite for tourists and locals alike. Don't expect a high flying culinary experience, but the food and service are both good.
Written 20 February 2024
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Nico558
Pretoria1229 contributions
Dec 2023 • friends
We had another excellent meal at this restaurant. Service was outstanding, the wine affordable and perfectly chilled and served.
We had Yellow fin tuna steaks (fish of the day) which were done to perfection, calamari and a Cape Malay curry starters (both excellent) and the risotto.
The view is to die for!
My favourate restaurant in Stellenbosch.
Written 22 December 2023
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Michael
Pforzheim85 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
We spent a wonderful evening at the Guardians Peak Restaurant.
The food was very good and we couldn't understand why this restaurant isn't more popular.
For starters we had the soup of the day and the Bobotie spring roll, which were all very tasty.
After that we had the game dish, which was excellent.
If we come to Stellenbosch again, this restaurant will be on our list again.
Written 31 August 2023
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Jim W
Sindelfingen9011 contributions
Nov 2022 • friends
The fun continues as my wife and I hit another winery, but this time it was just for dinner. Of course, we did wine tasting with our meal. I started out with a fabulous butternut and goat cheese risotto with sage and toasted pumpkin seeds. My wife ordered the Bobotie spring rolls with mint and coconut yogurt. Someone else got the salt and pepper squid. For my main, I went with the 300 gram Chalmar sirloin with chips and a salad. My wife ordered the fish of the day with sweet potatoes and broccoli topped with a lemon Hollandaise sauce. Another person ordered the chicken breast with roasted vegetables couscous in a Chimichurri sauce. Someone else ordered the roasted pork filet in a mustard and spring onion mash with carrots in a Romesco sauce. We had a large group, bit all meals were served in an orderly fashion. The service was great as was the wine. What an outstanding evening.
Written 6 December 2022
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Cliff H
Cape Town113 contributions
Aug 2021 • friends
Five of us, two couples and a friend.
Wednesday lunch , booked a table front window.
Views were spectacular.
Greeted by Tristan who introduced himself as our waiter.
Probably one of the best waiters I've experienced.
Was there when you needed and not when you didn't.
His advice and constant supply of complimentary wine tasting was tops.
We all had starters, very happy.
Mains came , timing was just right.
Good food, we all agreed.
We were offered some of the wine we had tasted, to take home at 20% dicount.
This is a top restaurant, not big so you probably need to book.
Will certainly use again and again.
Written 25 August 2021
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Travel-FC
Bad Homburg453 contributions
Jan 2024 • couples
As every year we are visting the restaurant for lunch or dinner and we were never disappointed. The food ist excellent, the service very friendlich and is trying to make your stay as good as possible.
Unfortunately the only disadvantage: if there are people next table, speaking very loud with no respect and complaining details to get something extra, even if they are stuffed up. we appologised for our fellow German countymen
Written 23 January 2024
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