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Wolfgat

Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
Fine Dining
6 Sampson St, Kliprug, Paternoster, 7381, South Africa
(167 reviews)
RRR+

Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Great Views
  • Sunsets
  • Gourmet Guide Plated
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100

Wolfgat offers a unique Strandveld dining experience showcasing a selection of indigenous ingredients specific to our coastal location.

The menu is inspired by the weather and the surrounding landscape. The series of dishes presented - predominantly seafood based - is complemented by local seaweeds, seasonal veldkos, venison, and pickings from our garden.

Some elements on the tasting menu take weeks of preparation, while other ingredients are handpicked on the day for the exact number of bookings that we receive.

We only book up to 20 diners per sitting - by keeping it small, we keep it sustainable.

Gourmet Guide Description

The picturesque West Coast seaside village of Paternoster catapulted to global recognition when chef Kobus van der Merwe opened Wolfgat. Named after the cave on which it is perched – both archaeologically and geologically significant—the building is steeped in meaning, dating back 130 years. It’s a setting that this innovative pioneer has capitalised on, respectfully. His signature Strandveld menu is a series of tasting dishes served in seven waves, enjoyed by only 20 diners at a time who appreciate sustainable seafood, local meats, and seasonal veldkos elevated with seaweed, wild herbs, and garden produce.

A savant with foraged veld ingredients, this artisan also has a deft hand with game and creating provident wine pairings. His gemsbok with egg, flavoured with turmeric, yoghurt purée, marinated apricot, and onion and parsley crumble invites diners to savour each component and then try them together. It’s a heavenly, carefully considered companionship. His soutslaai with ginger-cured Cape bream, blood orange, kumquat, and basil is simple yet memorable. The waterlogged leaf has crystals of water that lie on top, glistening on the plate, enticing you to fold it and enjoy each element inside as they come together. Kobus is precise. He’s instructed by the land and the sea, a master at perfecting what they present.

Reviews (167)

4.4 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.3
Value 4.2
Service 4.5
Ambience 4.7
  • Craig G. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Litta L. Dined: 2 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 08 Sep 24
    Amazing dining experience, and exciting spring menu!

  • Felix D. Dined: 6 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 24 May 24
    Amazing experience, food and personell. Thank you so much again! Worth a trip to paternoster.

  • Dominique S. Dined: 6 months ago
    1.5
    Food 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Service 1.0
    Ambience 3.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 13 May 24
    We were very disappointed with the whole experience. A very pricy tourist rip off ! Unfriendly, unflexibel staff and very average food. Not worth going. We will definitely never book with them again!

  • Marion K. Dined: 6 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Andrew Ihsaan G. Dined: 6 months ago
    3.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 3.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 27 Apr 24
    Wolfgat has the benefits of a lovely location, and wonderful food that has the benefits of being locally sourced telling the story of the West Coast and neighbouring areas. Our lunch was for a birthday celebration, and so we could have had an extra touch of care. Service was a bit slow on arrival without as much attention to detail but largely enjoyable lunch

  • Andre G. Dined: 7 months ago
    4.8
    Food 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 27 Apr 24
    Amazing lunch and we look forward to going back to this special restaurant

  • Tsitsi G. Dined: 8 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Wed 03 Apr 24
    I joined their lunch seating on my birthday and it was spectacular. It was my first time dining in the West Coast and the whole dining experience took me through the West Coast culinary culture. Amazing food !!!! The Chef’s wine pairing was also remarkable.

  • Tilla A. Dined: 7 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sun 24 Mar 24
    What an amazing restaurant !!! The exceptional detail in the preparation of locally sourced food, being presented by the chef himself and complemented by wines from the area made this an unforgettable experience. Thank you!!!

  • Juergen K. Dined: 8 months ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
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Opening Hours

  • Monday CLOSED
  • Tuesday CLOSED
  • Wednesday 12h00 - 12h30
  • Thursday 12h00 - 12h30
  • Friday 12h00 - 12h30, 19h00
  • Saturday 12h00 - 12h30, 19h00
  • Sunday 12h00 - 12h30