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Hours
Sun
12:00 - 13:30
Mon
8:30 - 16:00
Wed
8:30 - 16:00
Thu
8:30 - 16:00
Fri
8:30 - 16:00
Sat
9:00 - 14:30
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CUISINES
African, Healthy
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
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Vibrant eatery offering quality meals and coffee in a relaxed setting. Our culinary partner, Ilze Beyers, prepares our meals fresh daily. She varies her menu seasonally using mostly locally sourced fresh produce.
CUISINES
African, Healthy
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Mastercard, Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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4.5
28 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
2
Average
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Corlu N
Oudtshoorn10 contributions
Mar 2022 • none
I was told about this hidden gem by friends - who ended up taking me there for a Sunday lunch - and it was an absolutely amazing experience!
It is situated in the main street of the picturesque De Rust, which is special in itself. The interior is modern, yet welcoming with amazing pieces of art displayed selectively on the walls and tables (there is art gallery right next door on the same premises!). The huge veranda in the front is so typical Karoo style and it makes you fell welcome from the get go.
The restaurant is owned and managed by Andries, Jan and Tom. (Tom is a silent partner who usually sleeps somewhere underneath a table... as dogs tend to do!!) They are super friendly and attentive and nothing is too much to ask for. We could even bring in our own wine!
The food is simply sublime. It is made with loads of love and attention to detail, you start eating with your eyes first!! Everything was super tasty and freshly made and the best part is that you only pay for what you are having! I can highly recommend their Sunday buffet lunch!!
We will be back! Thank you for an amazing afternoon.
Written 7 March 2022
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Andries S
Thank You 🌿
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your visit.
Written 10 March 2022
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Ilze S
Greater London9 contributions
May 2022 • none
I can not begin to describe how stunning this place is. The service was next level and the food just delicious, and you can taste the love and passion in it. My rooibos tea was served in the most beautiful tea cup and it just made me feel so special, like a princess. Then lets talk about the décor, just stunning and the attention to detail is something else. The art work is something else, then you have to visit the art gallery which you can enter from the restaurant and then you have the lifestyle shop with the most stunning home soft furnishing pieces for your home and pantry/deli product to buy. Everything is sourced beautifully. If you drive through De Rust, please stop here and if you live in the area get there immediately.
Written 19 May 2022
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Andries S
Thank You. Would love to welcome you again 🌿
Written 29 May 2022
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Maricha v
Worcester201 contributions
Jul 2022 • couples
It is always with a measure of trepidation that we decided to celebrate another spin around the sun at Pluim. Small villages often have the best intentions but can’t quite pull off city standards.
At Pluim André and Jan have done just that. They’ve pulled it off. Beautifully restored building, tastefully decorated, a warm welcome to guests and lovely food.
On Sunday’s themed cuisine is served “ buffet” style. Today we enjoyed North African fare. Just up my alley. Small platters and bowls tastefully prepared and served. I went for two helpings. The Phyllo cigars (almost like a Baklava filling) were the perfect ending to our meal.
Thank you for a most enjoyable afternoon.
Written 3 July 2022
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Andries S
Thank You 🌿
Written 1 August 2022
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neoprene
De Kelders60 contributions
Apr 2024 • solo
It’s autumn. It’s chilly but Pluim insists on keeping all doors open. Not a bad thing except with cement floors and minimalist decor you end up feeling uncomfortably chilled. Then there is the really slow service. I don’t blame the staff, it’s just that there aren’t enough of them. Patrons start getting antsy which makes staff nervous which just makes for an unhappy experience. Food was presented well and was cooked perfectly but no condiments were to be seen. Sadly not a happy experience.
Written 26 April 2024
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Robyn L
Plettenberg Bay27 contributions
Aug 2023 • none
We stopped for lunch at Pluim and had an excellent experience from the welcome at the door to the delicious meal. My husband had the ostrich pita and I had the lamb - both were generous portions and extremely tasty, served with chips and an interesting side salad. There is also a small shop with homemade pickles, jams and relishes as well as craft work and art on display. Highly recommend this gem!
Written 5 August 2023
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Kathleen Du Bois
Underberg20 contributions
May 2023 • friends
This modern and welcoming restaurant in the center of De Rust is a must visit destination. Charming hosts Andries and Jan have created an artistic and welcoming eatery, Chef Ilse is superb and happy to cater to vegans, the food is outstanding. We attended Sunday Buffet lunch, the mushroom risotto was divine, several delicious salads and vegetable dishes, the peanut blondie dessert disappeared in two seconds it was so good. Weekly breakfast and lunch menu caters for all tastes. Do not drive through this town without stopping here!
Written 21 May 2023
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Naqita A
Cape Town Central33 contributions
Jan 2024 • family
Excellent experience. Waiters very attentive and engaged with us very knowledgeably about the food. They were very friendly and very welcoming as well on top of what was a beautiful setting in this little town. The food was amazing. Our compliments to the chef. This restaurant will certainly feature on future stops and will probably be a reason for a short left in the future. Looking forward to our next visit.
Also, the restaurant is linked to a wonderful shop with a variety of stunning items to purchase from art to bags and soap. It is a recommended part of the visit.
Written 7 January 2024
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Christine K
10 contributions
Oct 2022 • family
Just WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!!!
What a fabulous experience.
Thank you Andries and team for your incredible hosting. This wasn’t just a meal, it was an experience of note. This has to be the best meal we ve had this side of the Orange River.
Your gallery and gift shop just added to our wonderful outing, giving us the opportunity to pick up locally sourced gifts to take back home.Thank you … see you on our return next year
Written 12 October 2022
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Gillian H
7 contributions
Dec 2024 • family
What a remarkable place. The ambiance is true Karoo elegance with a twist of French flair. The menu is extensive and full of inventive dishes which made decisions difficult! We wanted everything, but what we settled for was close to perfect. The food was breathtaking and beautifully presented.We were welcomed like old friends and will return in a heartbeat.
Written 4 December 2024
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fromchicago123
Bensenville19 contributions
Nov 2023 • couples
Absolutely fantastic. Not to be missed. We stopped here after reading a couple reviews and we were not disappointed. We each had separate dishes and they were all great. The produce is all grown on site and was so good. The service was fantastic. We met the owner Andreis (probably have spelling wrong!) and he gave us a bit of the history and what other plans he has. The setting in the back where we ate is almost hypnotic. Thank you Andreis!
Written 2 November 2023
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ben j
East London6 contributions
Dec 2023 • family
Today we were a table of 5, on our 5th visit to the spectacular De Rust eatery, PLUIM. Travelling all the way from Sedgefield, the incredible vegan choices, faultless service, and impeccable facilities.. always make the drive effortlessly worthwhile! As a very well travelled group, we find it immensely refreshing to leave, after every visit, unable to find fault with any aspect of this extraordinary establishment in this quirky little town! PLUIM is hugely deserving of 6 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Written 23 December 2023
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Theresa
De Rust5 contributions
Aug 2023 • family
Beautifully plated delicious food from fresh produce. The dark chocolate brownie was the best I've ever had. Staff extremely helpful and friendly. Contemporary art creates stunning venue. Will definitely be back
Written 17 August 2023
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Andries Schoeman
Thank You 🌿
Written 18 August 2023
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Liviana
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • friends
The best restaurant in De Rust, thank you Andries you are the best, your coffee is so good and you cake to die for. Your art deco fantastic
We definitely recommend you to all friend and anyone who come to De Rust.
Your italian friend Liviana
Written 31 July 2022
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Andries S
Thank You Liviana.
It was a pleasure having you there 🌿
Written 1 August 2022
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stellenboschstay1
Stellenbosch1 contribution
Apr 2022 • family
Just what this town needed.
Stylish but not over the top.
Food well prepared and a feast for the eyes.
Good service and a laid back feeling yet attentative service.
Will for sure visit again
Well done !
Written 17 April 2022
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Andries S
Thank You 🌿
Written 29 May 2022
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Ari B
4 contributions
Jun 2023 • family
Excellent food in beautifully decorated setting. Chef made an excellent dinner for my vegan sister. Hosts Andries & Jan were fun to chat to. Highly recommend this great little place!
Written 28 June 2023
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