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“Lovely location”
Review of La Belle Alliance

La Belle Alliance
Ranked #9 of 36 Restaurants in Swellendam
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Dining options: Breakfast, Outdoor Seating, Reservations
Description: La Belle Alliance, a family run restaurant since 1998, is situated on the main road between the Drostdy Museum and the Dutch Reformed Church, on the banks of the Koornlands river.The historical building was formerly a masonic lodge with some symbols still visible on the premises today. The garden terrace offers tranquility and shade under a canopy of White Stinkwood trees and lots of sunshine and blankets on cooler winter days."Specials" include both traditional and international dishes, all freshly home made.La Belle Alliance is renowned for its efficient and friendly service. The venue is child and dog friendly and the ideal spot to enjoy a relaxed breakfast or lunch.Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays: 8am to 5pm.Fully Licensed.Credit cards accepted.Languages spoken: English, Afrikaans, Dutch/Flemish, French and German.Indoor (50 pax) and outdoor(100 pax) seating.Groups welcome.Find us on facebook.GPS longitude: 20'27' EGPS Latitude: 34' 01' S
Reviewed 9 April 2023

I love the location of the restaurant on the river, with the prolific bird life, but unfortunately on this visit, we had to sit inside due to it raining.
The toasted Tuna Mayonnaise Sandwich on rye bread was lovely, as was the cole slaw served with it. But when we finished eating, we were ignored for well over half an hour, with no offer of more drinks or desserts.

Date of visit: April 2023
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1  Thank 247LiveLife
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Reviewed 21 December 2022

The owners are so friendly and welcoming. They saw us watching the birds and even though they had closed for the day invited us into the grounds to watch the birds on the feeders.

Date of visit: November 2022
1  Thank D589PWbarryb
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Reviewed 10 April 2022

Had a quick coffee but friendly staff always. Food is nicely pesented and good value and variety. I often call in there as a local. The view over the river is spectacular.

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 30 March 2022

We stopped for a late lunch, and loved the ambiance of the place. sitting in the shade under the trees, where the birds were all fighting at the bird feeder!
Our food was very good, but prices were unreasonably high for the portions we got

Date of visit: March 2022
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1  Thank 247LiveLife
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Reviewed 5 March 2022

The perfect spot for a lazy lunch, table under the shady trees watching the sunbirds fly to their feeders. We enjoyed a delicious light lunch and a bottle of wine. Great friendly service.

Date of visit: February 2022
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Thank Juliet M
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