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Rust en Vrede

Contemporary Fine Dining French
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 20

Great restaurants are about balance, Not only in food and wine, but also people. And thus our service is as important. What makes it even more of a challenge is when all this happens on a historic and award winning wine estate. We have selected the right team and together we built from there, to create the finest dining experience at a world-class venue.

By the time the doors opened we had selected the purveyors to provide the freshest ingredients and have personally selected the wines to compliment the menu.

We take pride in the fact that time was taken with well known potter, David Walters, to create the crockery, handcrafted Riedel stemware was selected and Laguiole knives purchased, to give you an experience you wont soon forget.

Gourmet Guide Description

Set in the iconic estate’s original wine cellar, this bastion of gastronomic greatness has captivated guests since 2007. The activity in the open kitchen, combined with the gregarious, talented chef Fabio Daniel, adds enchantment to a special, six-course dinner. From your first mouthful of delicate amuse bouche, served with bread crafted in-house, each nuance creates a lasting impression.

There’s extreme consideration in the conceptualisation and execution of perfect plates. The tuna carpaccio is gently laid on a bed of Asian flavours that allow the fish to shine before the sauce, sesame, and pine nut hit home. The West Coast crayfish in a vanilla bisque is topped with a fine tuille. It is creations like Fabio’s play on the traditional Italian involtini – rolled baby chicken with pistachio, basil, and bacon crumb – that exhibit both his heritage and restraint. The othe rhalf of his heritage is Brazilian, so expect some unexpected, ebullient tastes. Fabio delights in regaling tales of having coffee and cheese with his late grandmothers, always served in a glass dome. The current rendition is lovingly represented in a cheese brûlée served with doce de queijo. The Caipirinha cocktail is a subtle pop of a palate cleanser served on a slice of lime.

All courses are paired with premium wines, articulately explained, the main course often featuring an acclaimed Rust en Vrede red wine.

Reviews (140)

4.9 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.9
Value 4.8
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Jose C. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Harald S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Frank D. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Joerg P. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Kathleen D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Udo P. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Dec 24
    Every visit is a highlight! Service and food are amazing. Fabio is our favorite chef in South Africa. Thank you for a wonderful evening at our desired table. We can't wait to come back.

  • Christiaan J. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 13 Dec 24
    Great experience but expensive for locals.

  • Uli P. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 04 Dec 24
    As always, Fabio‘s food is extraordinary, so we had a very nice dinner at Rust en Vrede. The quality of the ingredients is very good.

  • Charlotte K. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Michael E. Dined: 1 month ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 26 Nov 24
    Rust en Vrede is an outstanding restaurant that truly impresses with its exceptional service. The warm welcome and the opportunity to enjoy a drink on the terrace beforehand are not just professional; they also provide a wonderful way to set the tone for the evening. The menu leaves little to be desired, showcasing a remarkable array of dishes. However, I hope that with a chef of such high caliber, my comment is permissible: the option for a small cheese selection in place of a dessert would be a lovely addition. This enhancement would surely elevate the dining experience even further. Overall, Rust en Vrede is a remarkable dining destination that I highly recommend!

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  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Wednesday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Thursday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Friday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Saturday 18h30 - 22h00
  • Sunday CLOSED