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Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate

Contemporary
Dassenberg Rd, South Africa
(387 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Great Views
  • Wine Estate

Take a seat overlooking the Rickety Bridge vineyards. Sip a glassful of crisp estate wine and enjoy a delicious lunch while drinking in the splendour of the magnificent surroundings. Every creation from our team of talented chefs is given extra zest by the striking beauty of the setting and stunning views of the Franschhoek mountains.

Rickety Bridge is an enchanting Franschhoek wine estate that earns its place in the Cape's cuisine capital. Franschhoek is home to some of the best restaurants in South Africa. The Restaurant in the Vines has made way for Paulina's, named in honour of the original owner of the property in 1797, Paulina de Villiers. The restaurant spills out from a cosy thatched area onto shaded decks with views over the vineyards and mountains.

Reviews (387)

4.3 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.4
Value 4.2
Service 4.4
Ambience 4.3
  • Vanessa O. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Philip G. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 17 Mar 25
    Very good food and wine, in a stunning setting, most importantly with great service.

  • James C. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    1.8
    Food 1.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 2.0
  • John M. Dined: 4 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 10 Mar 25
    Our lunch at Paulina’s was one of the best meals during our visit to the Cape. We both had salads that were very well prepared and nicely presented. We ate outside on the terrace soaking up the heat and the view, which is slightly spoilt by having a carpark in front. This should really be moved to the side. All in all a delightful and memorable two hours. The price is a little dear for South Africa, but the quality shone tho.

  • Susanne S. Dined: 1 month ago
    3
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 06 Mar 25
    We had lunch in Paulina’s some years ago. But all has changed totally. Menu with wine pairing in some small bowls where all the ingredients are in like a soup. No chance to cut in this with a knife. Quality was average, nothing special. A lot of large groups, arriving with large buses during lunch time make it feel like in a rush. Sorry, but our last time in the restaurant. The platter’s at the wine tasting area are much nicer.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 08 Mar 25:
    Dear Susanne, Thank you for sharing your candid feedback regarding your recent visit. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your lunch didn’t meet the high standards you’ve come to expect from us. Your comments on the presentation of our tasting plate are invaluable, and we are already working on improvements to enhance this aspect of our offering. We also acknowledge that the presence of tour groups during your visit may have affected the atmosphere, and we are looking into ways to better manage busy periods to ensure all guests can enjoy a more relaxed experience. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us. Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management.

  • Leone D. Dined: 1 month ago
    1
    Food 0.0
    Value 0.0
    Service 0.0
    Ambience 1.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 05 Mar 25
    We had a booking for March 3rd. Restaurant closed open Saturday and Sunday. Get your act together

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Wed 05 Mar 25:
    Dear Leone, Thank you for your feedback regarding your booking on the 3rd of March. We were open and operating without any service interruptions on that day. To assist us in understanding and addressing your experience, our team will be reaching out to you directly. We value your patronage and aim to ensure every guest has a positive experience with us. Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management

  • Denise K. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 01 Mar 25
    We had a great time staff was so friendly the food was the best what an experience, we would like to come back

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 08 Mar 25:
    Dear Denise, Thank you for your lovely 5-star review! We're so glad you enjoyed your meal with us. It's wonderful to hear that both our food and service made your experience memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management

  • Charlotte G. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 21 Feb 25
    V enjoyable. Smallish portions but overall the correct amount and delicious. Farmer’s tasting menu.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 08 Mar 25:
    Dear Charlotte, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback after dining with us. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Farmer’s Tasting Menu and found it delicious. We appreciate your comment about the portion sizes and will take this into consideration as we continue to refine our offerings to ensure the perfect balance for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management

  • Claudius M. Dined: 1 month ago
    2.5
    Food 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 2.0
    Ambience 2.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 20 Feb 25
    Solid Restaurant but nothing special. I had the bad luck, that there was a weding in the Manor House. very busy day.. It was very hot, impolible to sit outaide. The hake was ok but not outstanding. The locatio was a little bit oldfashon.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 08 Mar 25:
    Dear Claudius, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your visit coincided with a busy day at the Manor House and that the weather made outdoor seating uncomfortable. We appreciate your comments on the food and ambiance and will take them into consideration as we continue to improve our guest experience. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a more enjoyable visit. Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management

  • Peter V. Dined: 1 month ago
    3.3
    Food 3.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 15 Feb 25
    Wine served at wrong temparature and food not that nice.

    Paulina's Restaurant - Rickety Bridge Estate responded on Sat 08 Mar 25:
    Dear Peter, thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations, particularly regarding the wine temperature and food. We take your comments seriously and will review them with our team to ensure improvements. We appreciate your visit and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Warm regards, Rickety Bridge Management

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  • Monday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Tuesday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Wednesday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Thursday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Friday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Saturday 11h00 - 16h00
  • Sunday 11h00 - 16h00