Are you seeking an authentic farm experience in the picturesque Winelands of Stellenbosch, Durbanville, and Paarl? Joostenberg Bistro is the perfect spot for the whole family to enjoy. Indulge in the Bistro’s flavorsome cuisine or take home some of their top-quality deli items.
The Bistro offers French-inspired seasonal fare made from scratch and ingredient-focused, catering to every taste. Their breakfast menu boasts a variety of flavor-packed dishes, including:
For lunch, choose from cheese and charcuterie platters, free-range beef burgers, slow-braised lamb, or pickled pork tongue, among other options. The winelist features Joostenberg’s stellar organic wines, options from neighboring farms, and the occasional bottle from France, Spain, and Germany.
The Deli is where you’ll find the cream of the crop, sourced from local producers, farmers, and purveyors or made in Joostenberg’s kitchen. The variety of deli items includes:
This is also where you’re likely to find that hard-to-source ingredient for a specific recipe, fresh flowers, handmade decor, and kitchen utensils.
While you’re there, take the opportunity to wander through the farm gardens, let the kids run free on the lawns, or enjoy the surroundings and soak up some fresh air and tranquillity. Klein Joostenberg is also home to not one but three nurseries, catering to everyone from newbie gardeners and nature lovers to green-fingered enthusiasts. There’s Ludwig’s Roses, Stone Crop Trading, and Route2Leaf for everything else.
Some reviewers complain about the slow service, while others rave about the excellent food and superb service. Visitors appreciate the beautiful gardens and peaceful atmosphere. The breakfast menu is trendy, with the croque monsieur and poached eggs in red wine sauce receiving high praise. There have been some mixed reviews about the lunch menu, but the cheese and charcuterie platters are consistently rated as a favorite.
Joostenberg Bistro is a delightful farm experience that offers something for everyone. With its old-school hospitality, beautiful gardens, and lovely Deli, it’s the perfect spot to kick back, relax, and indulge in some of the best food and wine the Winelands have to offer.
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