Choose a location

Or use your current location

Select

La Petite Colombe (Leeu Estates)

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
Contemporary
Location Pointer Dassenberg Rd, South Africa
4.7
(4638 reviews)
RRR+
Favourite

Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • WiFi
  • Fireplace
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Top 50
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

Book a table

Favourite

The sister restaurant to the award-winning La Colombe Restaurant in Constantia. Contemporary fine dining in Franschhoek, now situated at the beautiful Leeu Estates.

La Colombe (the dove) has consistently received worldwide acclaim and is positioned among the top restaurants in the world.

Visitors to Franschhoek can now look forward to experiencing the same level of service excellence and exquisite cuisine that has put La Colombe on the map – but with a new venture comes a new twist.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

The immaculate gardens and vineyards of the luxurious Leeu Estate in Franschhoek afford a breathtaking backdrop for gastronomic artistry, contributing directly to the plate. A trilogy of snacks is served ‘picnic-style’ in the lounge with a welcome drink. An olive, paying homage to the estate’s produce and head chef Peter Duncan’s travels to Barcelona, pops in your mouth, to kick-start the epicurean adventure. Delicacies with lasting flavours, like oysters with carne asada and grapefruit, and Namibian snow crab, immediately highlight the restaurant’s numerous accolades and awards.

With the chef’s full-experience menu, you’ll be sated from the start. From the langoustine salad to the crayfish peri-peri with ponzu and the yellowfin tuna with dhania and coconut, there is a fairytale coupling of local and international inspirations. Courses like the bread (the sourdough starter proudly presented to the table by the chef), the linefish viskop chowder (an ode to his father) and the dessert of stone fruit, almond, and crème fraîche (this one’s for mom), offer a glimpse into Peter’s heart and heritage.

Each supreme plate is eloquently paired with wines on either the classic or the fancy side, and the non-alcoholic pairings (wines and beer) are imaginative, as are the cocktails.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Tuesday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Thursday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Friday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 22h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 22h00

Reviews (4638)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.8
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.7
  • Reggie M. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Michael P. Dined: 6 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 03 Aug 26
    Exceptional dining experience and incredible staff made this a meal to remember.

  • Emma L. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Christophe P. Dined: 1 week ago
    3.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Nuno S. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 2.0
  • Clarissa G. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Aug 26
    From the moment we arrived, everything was simply exceptional. The restaurant is set in a breathtaking location that perfectly complements the entire dining experience. The tasting menu is thoughtfully curated, showcasing creativity, impeccable technique, and the finest seasonal ingredients. Every dish tells a story and is beautifully presented, with flavors that are both refined and memorable. What truly makes this place special is the incredible team. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely passionate, making every guest feel welcome and cared for. A special mention goes to the chef, whose talent, vision, and dedication shine through every course. This was far more than just a meal—it was an unforgettable culinary journey. Without a doubt, one of the best dining experiences we had in Franschhoek. Highly recommended for anyone looking for outstanding food, impeccable service, and a truly spectacular setting.

  • Mark H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 26 Jul 26
    Always a great experience to dine here. The staff are all amazing and Peter Duncan’s food is amazing. Andrew is the best host in the world and treats every guest with such a warm welcome. Guys you are all stars.

  • Ksenia M. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 25 Jul 26
    An incredible experience!

Show More
Book Now