Chapter 3: Paarl – Updated 2022
Back’s Restaurant and Deli
Named for the winemaker Charles Back, Back’s Restaurant and Deli in Paarl is the latest offering from Fairview. Set in a lovely old Cape Dutch building, this stylish spot serves robust bistro fare that finds wide appeal.
Why go?
The eatery takes its cues from an art deco French background, grounded by a traditional Cape twist.
Bistro style cuisine that is generous, Image Credit: Back’s
Details
a: 191 Main Rd, Hoog-En-Droog, Paarlt: +27 21 872 0697w: www.backs.co.zah: Monday to Friday 08h00–21h00, Saturday to Sunday 09h00–15h30
Cosecha at Noble Hill
Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Paarl in the Noble Hill Wine Estate, Cosecha prides itself on Mexican and South American cooking, using farm-grown ingredients.
Why go?
Stepping away from bistro standards and the usual suspects on South African menus, Cosecha, meaning ‘harvest’, piques our curiosity with their delicious Spanish-style gourmet brunch and lunch dishes.
A place to relax, unwind, and enjoy a great glass of estate wine, Image Credit: Cosecha
Details
a: Klapmuts – Simondium Rd, Paarlt: +27 21 874 3844w: www.noblehill.com/cosecha-restauranth: Wednesday to Sunday, 09h00–17h00 (kitchen closes at 16h30)
Faber
The dishes served won’t be the only thing you fall in love with here, because this Old Cape-style building will lead you to magnificent views of the garden, vineyards and the valley.
Why go?
The menu is compact, as you’d expect from a kitchen focused on sourcing as much seasonal biodynamic bounty from Avondale’s vegetable gardens as possible.
Celebrates the bountiful goodness of nature, Image Credit: Faber
Details
a: Drakenstein Rd, Paarlt: +27 21 202 1219w: www.avondalewine.co.za/faberh: h: Lunch: Wednesday to Sunday, 12h00–15h00h: Dinner: Thursday to Saturday, 16h00–20h00
Jewell’s Restaurant
What do you get when two culinary legends team up and open a restaurant? Something rather special, we’d say – especially when the chefs in question are Neil Jewell (Bread & Wine at Môreson) and his wife Tina Jewell.
Why go?
Expect to see chef Neil Jewell at the pass creating plates with a strong focus on farm-to-table cuisine and wine that truly celebrates the produce of the Spice Route farm.
Grilled octopus, lentil salad & black garlic tahini, Image Credit: Jewell’s
Details
a: Spice Route, Suid-Agter-Paarl Rd, Paarlt: +27 21 204 4875w: www.spiceroute.co.za/artisans/jewellsrestaurant-2h: Wednesday to Sunday, 11h30–17h00
Noop
In a tastefully converted 18th-century abode, this warm and welcoming restaurant offers an extensive winelist and dishes prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Why go?
Evermore popular with returning locals as it is with visiting tourists. More than anything, that’s because of the quality of their meals. And they cook the same food here as they do at home. Unpretentious. Often spontaneous. Always delicious.
A beautiful heritage building set under two elegant old oak trees, Image Credit: Noop
Details
a: 127 Main Rd, Vrykyk, Paarlt: +27 21 863 3925w: www.noop.co.zah: Monday to Saturday, 11h00–11h30
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