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“Perfect outside setting for a perfect meal”

Giovanni's at Eikendal Winery
Ranked #15 of 321 Restaurants in Stellenbosch
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Reviewed 4 January 2017

After Giovanni's at Waterstone always being a favourite we had another awesome meal/experience at Giovanni's Eikendal (2nd time in 10 days!).
Early evening, outside under the trees, kids playing on the jungle gym (before and after their meal off the great kids menu) while my wife and I had some oysters followed by incredible different risotto options! Wine not expensive at all which is bucking the trend of most vineyard restaurants! Service was great from Big Show even though tables were all full. Perfect sunset to round off a perfect outing!

Date of visit: December 2016
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Thank chrisotto1za
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Reviewed 30 December 2016 via mobile

Beautiful setting great wine especially the rose great service very average food bordering on tasteless I was really expecting to be blown away the risotto was mediocre the seafood pasta was mediocre my kids however enjoyed the pasta bolognaise ,the pizza was also great ,the potions are very large

Date of visit: December 2016
Thank COZ9808
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Reviewed 29 December 2016 via mobile

The restuarant was very busy at 13hoo when we arrived but our waiter were fast and efficient, he managed our expectations well.
The venue has a nice, laid- back ambience.
Wooden picnic benches under the trees with a lovely play area with a sandpit for the kiddies.
We each had a different starter. They were all tasty. The best however was the starter called 'Snails Bone Marrow' - very rich!
The mains ordered were pizza's a salad and fried calamari. The salad (called Mike's Salad) was the hero of the day - devine flavours!
We ended off with some deserts and coffee shakes. It was also good.
We enjoyed 2 bottles of the Estate Rosé. Lovely
In conclusion:
We found the food to be average, compared to the meals we had over the last 7 days.
All in all a good experience but not blown away

Date of visit: December 2016
Thank Funlovinglulu
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Reviewed 29 December 2016

We are huge Giovanni's (Waterstone Village) fans and frequently have lunch or dinner there. Add to that the beautiful setting at Eikendal and you have yourself a magical combination.
You will not be disappointed on a visit to this restaurant. In true Giovanni's style, the food is fantastic, the service is outstanding and this is value for money at it's best!
We spent a fantastic evening at Giovanni's at Eikendal with friends, having dinner outside. What a treat!
The lasagne is a must have and they make the best cheesecake on the planet!!
Highly recommend them.

Date of visit: December 2016
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Thank Rene F
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Reviewed 20 December 2016

Visited this venue twice in the past few weeks and was very surprised by the difference in both the meals and the service offered. On the previous occasion, both our meals were delicious and our waiter was friendly and efficient. The next visit was the complete opposite, with our meals being very disappointing and our waiter totally disinterested in his job. The manager was apologetic and did his best to rectify the situation. Hopefully they can bring some consistency to this very relaxed and family friendly venue.

Date of visit: December 2016
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1  Thank Domenique7
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