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    Joostenberg Bistro

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    195 reviews
    #43 of 239 Restaurants in Stellenbosch
    RR - RRR, French, International, Vegetarian Friendly
    Klein Joostenberg Farm | R304, Stellenbosch 7606, South Africa
    +27 21 884 4208
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    Open Now:08:00 - 17:00
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    4,0 195 reviews
    #43 of 239 Restaurants in Stellenbosch
    Certificate of Excellence2016 - 2017 Winner
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    Klein Joostenberg Farm R304, Stellenbosch 7606 South Africa
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    Joostenberg Bistro is a casual eatery situated on Klein Joostenberg farm in the Stellenbosch winelands. Head chef Garth Bedford and team serve simple, delicious bistro style breakfast and lunch dishes working with seasonal, local ingredients, and specialise in nose-to-tail cooking. The atmosphere is relaxed, gardens spacious and the service friendly and efficent. We have seating outside on our shaded stoop, or inside the fireplace on cold, rainy days.
    PRICE RANGE
    US$70 - US$365
    Special Diets
    Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Lunch, Breakfast
    CUISINES
    French, International
    FEATURES
    Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Introducing new friends

    As regular visitors to the bistro on our own we love to introduce new people to this unique venue. Yesterday we invited friends for lunch from Val de Vie who had never heard of it! It never disappoints. Good food and wine, lovely well trained...More

    Date of visit: March 2019
    Thank Capetownbrits
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Nice Lunch spot

    We were going to Villiera Wines for the game drive and as they don't have a restaurant they recommended thisvplace. The entrance is through the food shop and the lunch menu had quite a nice selection, with light items to more substantial meals. We ate...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank TravellingPeacocks
    Susan D, Owner at Joostenberg Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thanks for your review! We are very pleased that you enjoyed the meals and your visit.

    Reviewed 12 February 2019 via mobile
    Joostenberg bistro 1 stellenbrew 0

    Superb as always. Klien joostenberg is always on my list of to do's when I'm back in SA. Yet again the food was excellent, always filling, great bacon, and the service was impeccable. The deli also has really top end products made on premises. The...More

    Date of visit: February 2019
    Thank rpboucher
    Susan D, Owner at Joostenberg Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 14 February 2019

    Hello thank you for your review. It's good to hear that you enjoy coming back to visit us, and I hope that you will do so again. Regarding the picnics, I think there was a misunderstanding and that the explanation was not clear. We (Joostenberg)...More

    Reviewed 7 February 2019
    Lunch

    Lovely place to relax with friends. Food is good. Friendly service. Love the deli and always get a free range chicken before we leave.

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank louiseg325
    Susan D, Owner at Joostenberg Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 9 February 2019

    Thanks for your review and support, and glad to hear you enjoy visiting us.

    Reviewed 17 January 2019
    Had a visit with the family

    I don't remember Joostenberg Bistro having such a bad service, I took my family there for a quick lunch and a beer, we had a long wait 1 1/2 hours wait for our food , It gets awkward when you have to wait that long...More

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank Louis202
    Susan D, Owner at Joostenberg Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 20 January 2019

    Thank you for the feedback. I am sorry to hear that you had such a diappointing experience at our establishment. We aim to offer friendly, efficient service and to treat customers with respect. We are shocked to hear that you waited so long. From the...More

    Reviewed 3 January 2019 via mobile
    Lunch with a view

    Beautiful setting for a wedding or lunch. We sat outside under the grapes with the view of a rolling lawn and people picnicking. Food was really tasty and well presented. Great friendly service. Definitely a place to come sit to relax

    Date of visit: January 2019
    1  Thank charlicharli557
    Reviewed 29 December 2018 via mobile
    Amazing

    Amazing breakfast, service was good. Surroundings was beatiful and the the deli had fresh meats which was delicious! Would certainly be back.

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank LorindaP15
    Reviewed 20 December 2018 via mobile
    Bad

    Bad food... Tagliatelle are no good and the coppa also. Just melon it s okay. The cadre, server and coffee are good

    Date of visit: December 2018
    Thank E4726XDguillaumed
    Reviewed 18 December 2018 via mobile
    Pleasures of life...nature and eating 😜

    Had a lovely breakfast, prompt and friendly service. Lovely place to go where the young children can run and play. Well kept gardens...a pleasure to the eye. Lovely deli with wide variety. Well worth the visit.

    Date of visit: December 2018
    1  Thank Trip795473
    Reviewed 12 December 2018 via mobile
    Lovely light lunch

    Great place to get away from the rat race. Beautiful french inspired bistro with rolling lawns, beautiful gardens and lovely fresh food. Very child- friendly, they even have chickens roaming around the property. I loved the Cafe-au-lait and the cheese board. The only negative was...More

    Date of visit: December 2018
    1  Thank Gillian N
    Susan D, Owner at Joostenberg Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 13 December 2018

    Hi Gillian Thank you for posting your review. Your positive comments are much appreciated! Sorry about the smelly compost, we are redoing a section of the garden, so it doesn't smell great at the moment, but we are trying to get it done as soon...More

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    Michiel06
    3 April 2016|
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    Response from Susan D | Property representative |
    Hi Michiel Yes you may, but I suggst that you book ahead & ask for an outside table. And please do keep your dog on a leash & close to you as we have dogs who live on the farm, as well as chickens & geese wandering around... More
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