Rust en Vrede Wine Estate

This was our second visit to the Winemaker’s Lunch at this beautiful winery. The setting is gorgeous in the garden terrace outside the restaurant and wine tasting building. There is a limited choice for the lunch but all are superbly cooked and presented - a peppered fillet steak with salad and fries, a sirloin steak with garlic butter plus salad and fries and finally, pan fried salmon with sautéed potatoes and salad. Between the 4 of us we tried each dish and were just overwhelmed with the quality and taste. Each meal is accompanied by selected wines from the vineyard and these were carefully explained by the waiting staff who were very knowledgeable and extremely attentive. I would say that my medium rare fillet steak was probably the best I’ve ever tasted. Thoroughly recommended.

Rust en Vrede in Stellenbosch fully lives up to its reputation as one of South Africa’s finest vineyards. It’s the only estate dedicated exclusively to red wines, and the results speak for themselves — the Syrah from the wine tasting (R120) was a clear standout. For lunch, the menu is simple but perfectly executed: sirloin, filet, and salmon, each around R390 and all excellent. The setting is stunning, with panoramic vineyard views and a serene, refined atmosphere. Service was stellar — attentive without being overbearing. It’s easy to see why Travel + Leisure names Rust en Vrede the #1 vineyard in Cape Town.

Expensive but absolutely Worth Every Cent! We had lunch yesterday at Rust en Vrede’s Tasting Room, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. You can’t make a reservation, so it’s definitely worth arriving early. The salmon was honestly one of the best we’ve ever had — perfectly prepared and full of flavor. The venue itself is beautiful, peaceful, and elegantly designed, making it the perfect spot for lunch in Stellenbosch Winelands Highly recommended! Saskia our waiter was also great!

Great experience at the wine estate. Beautiful winery and really great service. The atmosphere is calm and just so relaxing. Highly recommend it!!!

A culinary highlight for years. We have been coming back to this wonderful restaurant for many years – and we are delighted every time. The chef and his team consistently deliver at the highest level. Simply heavenly! The wine selection is outstanding. It is also particularly pleasing that the staff has become noticeably more relaxed over time – always friendly and attentive, yet no longer as formal as in the past. We are already looking forward to our next visit.

Beautiful setting. Peaceful , tranquil atmosphere. Attentive staff. Winemaker lunch or dinner option with wine pairing. Both need to be experienced.

Amazing wine farm with really provides quietness and peace! very nice service, but come early as it is very popular. Needless to say the wine is extremely good!

While vacationing in Cape Town this September, we visited Rust en Vrede for lunch, a winery that’s as beautiful as it is welcoming. Every dish was incredibly flavorful, and it all paired perfectly with the wines we tried. The team there made us feel right at home, sharing their knowledge in a friendly way that made the experience feel personal and unique. We loved the wines so much that we left with three bottles to bring a bit of Rust en Vrede back home with us! This place is a gem, and I’m already looking forward to going back next year. If you’re planning a trip to Cape Town, I can’t recommend it enough—whether you’re into wine, amazing food, or just want a beautiful spot to relax and soak in the local flavors.