Guidebook for Stellenbosch
Food Scene
"The perfect spot for Bikers and runners who are also serious about food and coffee. Located in the heart of the local cycling community; a bike café and bike rental for cyclists, run by cyclists. Fresh air, great food and a wonderful play area for the kids!
https://ridein.co.za/
14 locals recommend
Ride In, Cafe (closed until 7 August 2019)
Mark Street "The perfect spot for Bikers and runners who are also serious about food and coffee. Located in the heart of the local cycling community; a bike café and bike rental for cyclists, run by cyclists. Fresh air, great food and a wonderful play area for the kids!
https://ridein.co.za/
"We focus on creating Gourmet Burgers, Bountiful Pasta Dishes, Flavoursome Malay Curry, Matured Steak and Espresso Based Coffees of International Standard. We also pride ourselves in a finely selected and intimate wine list that ranges from ‘Easy Drinking’ to ‘Connoisseur Wines’."
www.basicbistro.co.za
41 locals recommend
Basic Bistro
31 Church St "We focus on creating Gourmet Burgers, Bountiful Pasta Dishes, Flavoursome Malay Curry, Matured Steak and Espresso Based Coffees of International Standard. We also pride ourselves in a finely selected and intimate wine list that ranges from ‘Easy Drinking’ to ‘Connoisseur Wines’."
www.basicbistro.co.za
Excellent Italian restaurant, family owned and managed!
www.ginos.co.za/branch/Stellenbosch/
41 locals recommend
Gino's
63 Dorp StExcellent Italian restaurant, family owned and managed!
www.ginos.co.za/branch/Stellenbosch/
* Wine tasting
* Craft Beer tasting
* Charcuterie tasting
* Chocolate tasting
* Gin tasting
* Great food and coffee
www.spiceroute.co.za
131 locals recommend
Spice Route Destination
Suid-Agter-Paarl Road * Wine tasting
* Craft Beer tasting
* Charcuterie tasting
* Chocolate tasting
* Gin tasting
* Great food and coffee
www.spiceroute.co.za
"From our carefully aged steaks, grilled to perfection, to our hog ribs that literally fall off the bone, the Hussar Grill has gained respect of meat-lovers all over the country. In addition to our legendary beef, game and venison cuts, you will also find a selection of poultry, seafood and salads to choose from as well as an assortment of desserts and a range of quality Italian coffees on offer."
www.hussargrill.co.za/find-us/western-cape/stellenbosch/
26 locals recommend
The Hussar Grill Stellenbosch
23 Plein St "From our carefully aged steaks, grilled to perfection, to our hog ribs that literally fall off the bone, the Hussar Grill has gained respect of meat-lovers all over the country. In addition to our legendary beef, game and venison cuts, you will also find a selection of poultry, seafood and salads to choose from as well as an assortment of desserts and a range of quality Italian coffees on offer."
www.hussargrill.co.za/find-us/western-cape/stellenbosch/
"Genki Sushi is situated in the heart of Stellenbosch, come and sit under the oaks and enjoy the freshest sushi and Japanese Tapas, at Genki we only use the freshest sustainable fish and seafood, all our dishes are made to order, we offer a wide selection of sushi, and sashimi from individual portions to large platters."
https://genkisushi.weebly.com/
31 locals recommend
Genki
Church Street"Genki Sushi is situated in the heart of Stellenbosch, come and sit under the oaks and enjoy the freshest sushi and Japanese Tapas, at Genki we only use the freshest sustainable fish and seafood, all our dishes are made to order, we offer a wide selection of sushi, and sashimi from individual portions to large platters."
https://genkisushi.weebly.com/
De Malle Meul
Meul Street"A memorable escape from the rush of city life"
https://demallemeul.co.za/menus/
"Pepper Tree offers a homely, country-style setting, where one can enjoy delicious, home-baked cakes, breakfasts and light lunches served with the finest roasted coffee, tea and home-made juice under the shade of the big pepper trees."
www.peppertreephiladelphia.co.za
7 locals recommend
Pepper Tree Art Stable & Coffee Shop
5 Louw St "Pepper Tree offers a homely, country-style setting, where one can enjoy delicious, home-baked cakes, breakfasts and light lunches served with the finest roasted coffee, tea and home-made juice under the shade of the big pepper trees."
www.peppertreephiladelphia.co.za
"At MoKsh, the chefs provide our guests with the authentic cuisine from North India, famous for its savoury clay oven dishes and exotic curries. We cater especially for families and prepare each individual meal just the way you like it: mild, medium or hot."
www.mokshrestaurant.co.za/
Moksh Indian Restaurant Somerset West
41 Victoria St"At MoKsh, the chefs provide our guests with the authentic cuisine from North India, famous for its savoury clay oven dishes and exotic curries. We cater especially for families and prepare each individual meal just the way you like it: mild, medium or hot."
www.mokshrestaurant.co.za/
"Artisanal wood-fired pizzas, sumptuous pastas and gourmet salads"
http://colcacchio.co.za/
10 locals recommend
Col'Cacchio - Stellenbosch
Plein Street"Artisanal wood-fired pizzas, sumptuous pastas and gourmet salads"
http://colcacchio.co.za/
De Vrije Burger
13 Drostdy RdBest burgers in the village - by far!
Parks & Nature
Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
Jonkershoek RoadStellenbosch University Botanical Garden
Van Riebeeck StreetJan Marais Nature Reserve
Marais RoadAssegaaibosch Nature Reserve
Mont Rochelle Hiking Trail
Helderberg Nature Reserve
First Waterfall
Swartboskloof Trail
Swartboskloof TrailPanorama Hiking Trail
Arts & Culture
Village Museum
18 Ryneveld StStellenbosch Toy & Miniature Museum
Mark StreetFranschhoek Motor Museum
R45Huguenot Memorial Museum
Dirkie Uys StreetRupert Museum
Stellentia RoadSasol Art Museum
52 Ryneveld StreetDie Moederkerk (Dutch Reformed Church)
Well worth a visit is the N.G. Moederkerk – Dutch Reformed Church in Drostdy Street, where all the stained glass windows was designed and executed by the artist Leo Theron, regarded as a pioneer and a master in this field, in South Africa.
Drostdy Road
Drostdy RoadDie Moederkerk (Dutch Reformed Church)
Well worth a visit is the N.G. Moederkerk – Dutch Reformed Church in Drostdy Street, where all the stained glass windows was designed and executed by the artist Leo Theron, regarded as a pioneer and a master in this field, in South Africa.
Oude Libertas Amphitheatre
Adam Tas RoadOude Libertas Art Gallery
V.O.C Kruithuis
Mark StreetBurgerhuis Museum
Blom RoadShopping
Eikestad Mall
43 Andringa StSomerset Mall
Centenary DriveFNB Bank ATM Root 44
R44Lourensford Market
Lourensford RoadBlaauwklippen Family Market - Stellenbosch
R44 Strand RdWalk in Doctor and Dentist Stellenbosch
Entertainment & Activities
Tuk Tuk Stellies
47 Church StreetDirtopia MTB/Hiking
Knorhoek RoadCape Canopy Tour
Forestry RoadFranschhoek Wine Tram
Cabriere StreetKayamandi parkrun
Root44 parkrun
Sightseeing
Babylonstoren Wine Estate
Klapmuts - Simondium RoadFranschhoek
Stanford
Philadelphia
"The Rustenberg Estate stands on an impressive 880 hectares against the iconic Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch. When standing in the high vineyards of the Estate, the entire vista of Stellenbosch is revealed, with a glimpse of Table Mountain in the distance.
The Schoongezicht garden is situated next to the Cape Dutch homestead Schoongezicht, which dates back to 1814. The garden is open to the public during the week from 09h30 – 16h30 and on Saturdays and Sundays until 15h00. Visitors are welcome to wander up to our tasting centre to enjoy our wines."
Rustenberg was awarded National Heritage Site status in December 2004." http://www.rustenberg.co.za/
9 locals recommend
Rustenberg Wines
"The Rustenberg Estate stands on an impressive 880 hectares against the iconic Simonsberg Mountain in Stellenbosch. When standing in the high vineyards of the Estate, the entire vista of Stellenbosch is revealed, with a glimpse of Table Mountain in the distance.
The Schoongezicht garden is situated next to the Cape Dutch homestead Schoongezicht, which dates back to 1814. The garden is open to the public during the week from 09h30 – 16h30 and on Saturdays and Sundays until 15h00. Visitors are welcome to wander up to our tasting centre to enjoy our wines."
Rustenberg was awarded National Heritage Site status in December 2004." http://www.rustenberg.co.za/
Drinks & Nightlife
* Tasting Room
* Postcard Cafe
Simple good food & wine
www.stark-conde.co.za/
51 locals recommend
Stark-Condé Wines
* Tasting Room
* Postcard Cafe
Simple good food & wine
www.stark-conde.co.za/
* Wine Cellar & Tasting Room
* Chocolate & Wine Tastings
www.waterfordestate.co.za
40 locals recommend
Waterford Wine Estate
Upper Blaauwklippen Road * Wine Cellar & Tasting Room
* Chocolate & Wine Tastings
www.waterfordestate.co.za
* Wine Cellar & Tasting Room
* The Bakery - Breakfast & Lunch
* Jordan Restaurant - Fine Dinning
www.jordanwines.com
42 locals recommend
Jordan Wine Estate
* Wine Cellar & Tasting Room
* The Bakery - Breakfast & Lunch
* Jordan Restaurant - Fine Dinning
www.jordanwines.com
The Thirsty Scarecrow
Annandale Road