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The Restaurant at Clos Malverne

Devon Valley road | Devon Valley, Stellenbosch 7600, South Africa
021 865 2022
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Ranked #1 of 100 restaurants in Stellenbosch
Price range: RM15 - RM42
Cuisines: International
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Reservations
Restaurant details
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Reservations
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London, United Kingdom
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26 reviews 26 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

The winter menu is R195 for 4 courses and 5-6 glasses of half decent wine. The cooking is competent 7/10 and nicely presented though you'll appreciate with that much wine I can't recall much of the meal. At the time I though the restaurant and the views were superb, they are but Jordan (c50-100% more expensive) is several notches better... More

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Windhoek
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We had a lovely lunch. Tip: ask for outside patio seating when making a reservation. We sat inside and it was also lovely. Food are just the right portion for a four course meal. The wine selection with every course are excellent.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Six of us visited Clos Malverne for a Sunday lunch and we all came away with nothing but praise for the food, the wine, the service and the scenery. Just getting there is worth it all as the drive from Cape Town, via Baden Powell drive, takes in some startlingly beautiful views. Firstly the sea with the distant mountains sweeping... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

We have visited Clos Malverne on many ocassions and it never fails to meet our high expectations. From the warm, efficient welcome and service to the final glass of complimentary dessert wine, the whole experience is both relaxing and exciting as you look forward to the next tasting course of beautifully presented, delicious food. The only change I didn't like... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Nobody can beat their lunch time pairing menu and wine tasting! Value, Quality,Service and while we enjoyed pre lunch drinks our wives splashed out in the Spa! We had to leave because dinner was due to be served!!!!

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Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

I've been travelling to nearly all wine regions in Australia (multiple times) as well as Napa and Sonoma plus selected wine valleys in Germany. I always tried to visit the best winery restaurants in each location. Clos Malverne has offered the best ever experienced value for money wine pairing lunch. Book your table as early as possible (in our case... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

My highest rating is if I would return. I would return. The way to enjoy this is to do the pairing - you order a meal paired with a glass of wine from the estate. You are welcomed with a glass of good sparkling wine then four different glasses paired with 4 delicious courses - then I was given an... More

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Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Clos Malverne In fairness, I think this is one of our favourite places. For value, experience and an incredible day out. As such, I may be biased. The new pairing menu is such that it will demand repeat visits to sample the various combinations and favorites, which they have fortunately retained. Menu envy a given! The phyllo parcel of roasted... More

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Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

One of my favourite restaurants in Stellenbosch and the Cape. Spent a long lazy Friday lunch at Clos Malverne with excellent food, champagne and wine tasting. We ended it off with ice cream and wine pairing that was sublime. The view is wonderful and the service superb ! I can't wait to go back again.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

This is definitely one of my favourite fine-dining restaurants in Cape Town; we have visited the Restaurant a number of times. The lunch pairing menu is truly superb - both in terms of food and wine - and the view over the vineyards absolutely gorgeous. Once a month they host a Gourmet Evening which is a definite must (5 course... More

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