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“Incredible restaurant do not pass by”

Christelle's Bistro
Ranked #2 of 33 Restaurants in Swellendam
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: R 55 - R 235
Description: We are a cosy, funky, relaxing, unique little French Bistro set in the historic town of Swellendam, the 5th oldest town in South Africa. We are serving authentic French food with a South African flair. We also offer delicious vegetarian and vegan dishes. We are dog friendly and if they wish, they too can have a little treat. The Bistro is our dream created out of years of experience working in the hospitality industry all over the world. Chef Josia is heading the kitchen and my French wife Christelle, the friendly hostess. Our passion and desire has lead us to where the restaurant stands today. Our wish is that you have a fantastic experience!
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Description: We are a cosy, funky, relaxing, unique little French Bistro set in the historic town of Swellendam, the 5th oldest town in South Africa. We are serving authentic French food with a South African flair. We also offer delicious vegetarian and vegan dishes. We are dog friendly and if they wish, they too can have a little treat. The Bistro is our dream created out of years of experience working in the hospitality industry all over the world. Chef Josia is heading the kitchen and my French wife Christelle, the friendly hostess. Our passion and desire has lead us to where the restaurant stands today. Our wish is that you have a fantastic experience!
Reviewed 3 weeks ago

What an extraordinary delightful restaurant .if we could give it more than 10 we would. The wine,the food and the service were superb . There were a German couple next to us who moaned about everything.All I can say they we were looking a discount,what a sad way to spend your holiday shame on you

Date of visit: January 2025
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Christelle Conradie, Owner at Christelle's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi, thank you so much for the nice review, we appreciate it very much. It was nice to host you and to have you at our restaurant. Safe travels and all the best for the year. Best regards
Christelle and Josh

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Reviewed 16 December 2024

A wonderful meal enjoyed in tasteful surroundings and quiet restaurant where you can enjoy your romantic dinner Combinations of flavours on the plate were heavenly The fillet with bone marrow sauce superb as was the Salmon .. well priced for such a fine culinarily experience

Date of visit: December 2024
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Christelle Conradie, Owner at Christelle's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 29 December 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. We appreciate it very much. It is because of people like you, that we do what we do. I am very pleased you have enjoyed your time with us. Safe travels and hopefully we see again.

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Reviewed 4 November 2024 via mobile

We had a wonderful dinner at Christelle’s Bistro. The steak was perfectly prepared. The chocolate pie dessert was to die for!

Date of visit: November 2024
Thank Wanderer66532200760
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Christelle Conradie, Owner at Christelle's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 29 December 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. We appreciate it very much. It is because of people like you, that we do what we do. I am very pleased you have enjoyed your time with us. Safe travels and hopefully we see again.

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Reviewed 10 October 2024

Bonjour Christelle
Excellent French food, superior wines and a South African Chef who is perfect in making French Cousine

Date of visit: October 2024
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Christelle Conradie, Owner at Christelle's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 29 December 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. We appreciate it very much. It is because of people like you, that we do what we do. I am very pleased you have enjoyed your time with us. Safe travels and hopefully we see again.

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Reviewed 16 September 2024

Was welcomed by the owner
April took over everything she was on time with everything she knew the menu by head she is smart so soft and smiling her recommendation was great the perfect wine olivedal marlberc this was excellent..April thank you for making our evening memorable...great photography as well she is just so adorable 😍 thank you

Date of visit: September 2024
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Christelle Conradie, Owner at Christelle's Bistro, responded to this reviewResponded 29 December 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. We appreciate it very much. It is because of people like you, that we do what we do. I am very pleased you have enjoyed your time with us. Safe travels and hopefully we see again.

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