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Creation Wines

Contemporary South African Tapas
Location Pointer M89G+JJ Hermanus, South Africa
4.7
(2954 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Child Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • Wine Estate
  • Gourmet Guide Plated

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Our unique enclave on the scenic Hemel-en-Aarde Ridge is a sought-after wine destination where a warm welcome awaits young and old. Ranging from our knowledgeable and attentive staff and our world-famous Wine and Food Pairing options to elegant touches such as our superior Riedel glassware – everything combines to offer our guests a truly memorable experience.

Gourmet Guide™ Description

Creation’s new-look Tasting Room has introduced bright pops of colour with glass sculptures, complementing the all-encompassing views of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Local, of course. Sleek wooden tables and sheepskin-covered chair seats in winter add to the welcoming ambience indoors. Here, every season is given equal emphasis with a sensory food-and-wine pairing menu crafted to stage the regional bounty.

The vine leads the way, with six courses conceptualised to make the wine shine. The Ayurvedic ethos ensures that tasters and diners leave with a lightness of being. The focus on wellness ensures that, from the amuse bouche, your blood sugars are kept steady. Ingredients are not overworked; simple ingredients eloquently combined, like tofu, sesame seeds, and ginger, are fried to create a delectable crust. Chef Eleanor Niehaus leads a unified kitchen brigade, many of whom hold wine qualifications and are sent to Europe for constant exposure and
upskilling. Every team member is obviously passionate about the place, produce, and their role.

Attention to detail is sublime. Note the pottery plate pressed with a Pinot Noir vine leaf, the silk scarf presented for you to touch, a feather, and even a shell to hold to your ear – it’s all part of a multi-course odyssey that engages every sense, a testament to co-owner Carolyn Martin’s sixth sense. There is something for everyone, from breakfast and a kid’s menu to charcuterie and cheese platters. It’s unofficially the gastronomic ambassador of the Overberg and Cape Floral Kingdom, simply heaven on a plate.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Tuesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Wednesday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Thursday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Friday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Saturday 10h00 - 17h00
  • Sunday 10h00 - 17h00

Reviews (2954)

4.7 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.5
Service 4.8
Ambience 4.8
  • Mark M. Dined: 4 days ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 02 Jun 26
    It was an absolutely fantastic experience. One the best wine pairings that I have ever had and I would highly recommend Creation Wines wine pairing to anyone that want to be treated like royalty. I can't wait to visit again and do it all over again. Well done to the team Creation Wines for making us welcome like old friends and spoiling us with all the delicious food and wine.

  • monique s. Dined: 6 days ago
    3
    Food 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 01 Jun 26
    It was the first time we were at Creation wines after lots of planning for hubbies 50th birthday just the 2 of us. And everyone was recommending me to take him there. I will be very honest in my response, i feel the food is completely overpriced for what you get. It is not all that. I do feel your wines are devine and stunning and the staff is friendly. However we had 2 ladies serving us and one of them it felt like she just wanted to finish and was not in the mood to be there or no attention to detail so it made our whole experience feel like just another dining out with no extra care or feel to it. We did get a little plate to say happy birhtday which i want to thank you for. But by the end it felt like just another day. Where i just wanted to make hubby feel special and it was the hightlite of our weekend away to dine at Creation. We left feeling we paid way more for what we got. But well done on the stunning wines.

  • Belinda R. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.5
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0
  • Leone D. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 25 May 26
    Creation wines will always be a Favorite restaurant on my list. Service and food is excellent! Views and ambience amazing and team always so welcoming! Thank you for making this another memorable dining experience.

  • Heiko V. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 23 May 26
    A very memorable meal. Everything was outstanding

  • Marc-Oliver J. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • andre h. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Thu 21 May 26
    another gorgeous day enjoying all the treats that Creation Wines offer.

  • Pieter D. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.5
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Julia H. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 17 May 26
    Our favourite restaurant in Hermanus

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