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“Mothers' Day Treat”

The Square Restaurant
Ranked #5 of 70 Restaurants in Claremont
Cuisines: Sushi, Contemporary, International
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Dining options: Reservations
Description: The Square Restaurant is a magnificent glass-roofed restaurant with tranquil green surrounds. The indoor trees make one feel in tune with nature and create an intimate atmosphere, which compliments the superb cuisine. This wonderful ambience is enhanced by harp or piano music. The award-winning wine list completes this enjoyable dining experience, with all the major estates represented as well as some "off-the-beaten-track" choices.
Reviewed 17 May 2019

My mother, her best friend (my second mom) and I were treated to a Mothers' Day lunch at the Vineyard Hotel's restaurant. I made the booking during the week of Mother's Day and was informed that the restaurant was fully booked. I was wholly disappointed, however, I knew that I should have booked earlier due to the popularity of the Vineyard. To my absolute delight and surprised, I received a call on Friday, 10 May 2019, informing me that there was a cancellation and I had secured a reservation. Many restaurants that I have made reservations at do not follow up to the degree that the Square did.

The restaurant is elegantly furnished with a relaxing yet tasteful ambience (I enjoyed the piano player). We had a lovely starter and dessert and the lunch was buffet style.haAt the end of lunch the moms were presented with edible gifts, which I thought was lovely.

Personally, the best thing about the Square & Vineyard is the sprawling, immaculate and pretty much breathe taking gardens and view. We moved to a garden table to make room for the patrons attending afternoon tea.

Thank you to the team and Janet who provided unparalleled service and certainly went the extra mile to accommodate us. Can't wait to return.

Date of visit: May 2019
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Thank Tamaryn T
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Reviewed 9 April 2019

Wonderful dinner at the Square Restaurant in the hotel.Good service and very tasty well presented food.

Date of visit: April 2019
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Reviewed 19 March 2019 via mobile

Staff are friendly and efficient. Scones are five stars, mouth watering scrumptious. Sit on the patio and enjoy the most luscious beautiful stunning gardens with gentle water features in the background

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank SharonB4738
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Reviewed 19 March 2019

Nice quality dishes, our set meal consisted of a salad, kingclip and a crème brulee. Good service and a well chosen wine list.

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank mfranks911
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Reviewed 6 March 2019 via mobile

Waited 2 hours for food when the orders were eventually ready the orders were not correct either. The caliber that is being advertised and the deliver is nothing shy of pathetic

Date of visit: March 2019
Thank Twinklebreezy
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