The Culinary Capital
of South Africa

The Culinary
Capital of South
Africa

With picturesque vineyards a stone’s throw away, the character of the valley finds its way onto every plate.

With picturesque vineyards a stone’s throw away, the character of the valley finds its way onto every plate.

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Every Meal Shaped by the Region

With picturesque vineyards a stone’s throw away, the sophisticated charm of Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is elegantly portrayed in its dining venues. Three spaces carry the day, from a light-filled breakfast room to a candlelit dining room, with an easygoing terrace between the two.

The valley connects them all. Menus celebrate the region with seasonal dishes crafted from locally sourced produce, thoughtfully paired with wines from the estates a few minutes down the road.

Sauvage Restaurant

Hours: Mon – Fri: 6pm – 9:30pm​
Saturday: 6pm – 9:30pm​
Sunday: Closed

dining like no other

Sauvage offers an
evening of Elegance

Sauvage offers
an evening
of Elegance

Soaring ceilings, the notes of a grand piano, and a seasonal menu built on the valley’s own produce. Franschhoek’s hidden gem, under Executive Chef Kyle Norris.

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La Pavillion

Hours: 9:00 am – 16:00pm

Dine with flair

start their day with
elegance and flair

start their day
with elegance
and flair

Exquisite natural light, crisp finishes and stunning views across the gardens. A hearty start to the day in the Winelands, indoors or on the garden patio.

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Bar & Lounge

Hours: 11:00 am – Midnight

Our BAR

A choice of fine wines
and cocktails available

A choice of fine
wines and cocktails
available

Cape wines, classic cocktails, craft beers and artisan coffees, in a lounge that opens onto the terrace. The mountains ahead, and the sparkling pool below.

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FEATURED CHEF

Making the experience at Le Franschhoek
So much more Special

Creating magic with Chef Kyle & his team

The culinary direction behind Sauvage, the hotel’s signature restaurant.

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A GLIMPSE AT THE SAUVAGE MENU

Cuisine Inspired by the Garden

STARTERS

EMBERS IN THE BRASSICA

R145

A wedge of local cabbage roasted over the coals until sweet and smoky, served with blue cheese “snow” and a creamy chestnut paste.

FOREST-QUIET TARTLET

R175

A buttery tartlet filled with foraged pine-ring mushrooms and topped with a light bone marrow mousse and biltong powder.

KAROO ASH & DARK ROAST

R195

Tender ostrich carpaccio rubbed with coffee and ash, served with salt-baked beetroot and a peppery watercress sauce.

TIDAL POOL, KEI APPLE & LEMONGRASS AIR

R200

Fresh crayfish and steamed clams, zesty Kei apple gel, light lemongrass foam, crispy sea lettuce for a bit of crunch.

MAIN DISHES

WINTER POT, SLOW FIRE

R345

Slow-braised beef cheek roulade with crisp baby potatoes, buttered brussels sprouts, citrus gremolata, and umami bubbles.

KAROO TIME & AMASI

R325

Dry-aged Bonsmara fillet confied in herbed butter, served on creamy sorghum-infused “risotto” with a splash of fermented amasi sauce and parmesan shavings.

COALS, WATERBLOMMETJIE & VERBENA MIST

R335

Coal-grilled Line-fish with a fresh waterblommetjie pesto and “chewy,” dashi rice cakes to soak up the lemon verbena froth.

VENISON IN A PINOTAGE SHADOW

R365

Hearty venison loin crusted in local herbs, paired with a smoky potato pavé and a rich Pinotage-berry jus.

DESSERTS

VELD CONSTELLATIONS

R145

Raspberry meringue spikes and homemade blackberry and cardamon ice-cream, with an array of hazelnut textures, macerated strawberries, & gooseberry gel.

BOEBER & ROSEWATER REVERIE

R135

Spiced cream based on the traditional Cape Malay winter drink, topped with rose-water jelly and toasted almonds.

SMOKE IN THE VINEYARD, FIG IN THE GLASS

R145

Chocolate delice with a hint of vineyard smoke, with brandied figs and walnut praline.

BOLAND HONEY THREADS

R135

Koeksister-style doughnut strips served with a bowl of warm Rooibos-infused salted caramel for dipping.

STARTERS

EMBERS IN THE BRASSICA

R145

A wedge of local cabbage roasted over the coals until sweet and smoky, served with blue cheese “snow” and a creamy chestnut paste.

FOREST-QUIET TARTLET

R175

A buttery tartlet filled with foraged pine-ring mushrooms and topped with a light bone marrow mousse and biltong powder.

KAROO ASH & DARK ROAST

R195

Tender ostrich carpaccio rubbed with coffee and ash, served with salt-baked beetroot and a peppery watercress sauce.

TIDAL POOL, KEI APPLE & LEMONGRASS AIR

R200

Fresh crayfish and steamed clams, zesty Kei apple gel, light lemongrass foam, crispy sea lettuce for a bit of crunch.

MAIN DISHES

WINTER POT, SLOW FIRE

R345

Slow-braised beef cheek roulade with crisp baby potatoes, buttered brussels sprouts, citrus gremolata, and umami bubbles.

KAROO TIME & AMASI

R325

Dry-aged Bonsmara fillet confied in herbed butter, served on creamy sorghum-infused “risotto” with a splash of fermented amasi sauce and parmesan shavings.

COALS, WATERBLOMMETJIE & VERBENA MIST

R335

Coal-grilled Line-fish with a fresh waterblommetjie pesto and “chewy,” dashi rice cakes to soak up the lemon verbena froth.

VENISON IN A PINOTAGE SHADOW

R365

Hearty venison loin crusted in local herbs, paired with a smoky potato pavé and a rich Pinotage-berry jus.

DESSERTS

VELD CONSTELLATIONS

R145

Raspberry meringue spikes and homemade blackberry and cardamon ice-cream, with an array of hazelnut textures, macerated strawberries, & gooseberry gel.

BOEBER & ROSEWATER REVERIE

R135

Spiced cream based on the traditional Cape Malay winter drink, topped with rose-water jelly and toasted almonds.

SMOKE IN THE VINEYARD, FIG IN THE GLASS

R145

Chocolate delice with a hint of vineyard smoke, with brandied figs and walnut praline.

BOLAND HONEY THREADS

R135

Koeksister-style doughnut strips served with a bowl of warm Rooibos-infused salted caramel for dipping.

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DINING EXPERIENCES

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Dream Hotels & Resorts Dining

HIGH TEA

High Tea Corner, with delicate Sweetness

Just R375 per person from Friday to Sunday between 13h00 – 16h00

Join us for Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa’s High Tea, and be spoilt with a tiered platter of hand-selected, delicate sweets and mouth-watering savoury canapes. To sip Cap Classique and indulge in delicious treats.

Bookings are essential and must be made 48hrs prior to arrival – to make a booking please click below or email reservations@lefranschhoek.co.za 

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DINING EXPERIENCES

Dining Across Dream Hotels & Resorts

From garden-inspired fine dining in Franschhoek to beachfront bistros and relaxed lodge-style meals, each Dream Hotels & Resorts venue is crafted to reflect its surroundings, pairing local flavours with elegant ambiance and warm hospitality.

Dream Hotels & Resorts Dining

Finfoot Lake Reserve - Dinaledi Boma Experience

Zimbali Lodge - Eleven Tribes Restaurant

Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape - Lighthouse Restaurant

Piekenierskloof Mountain Resort - Kloof Restaurant

Little Switzerland - Drakensburger

The Peninsula All-Suite Hotel - Faces Restaurant

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa - Sauvage Restaurant

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa - Sauvage Restaurant

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa - Beach

FAQ

Sauvage is the signature restaurant, serving a seasonal a la carte menu in the evening. La Pavillion serves breakfast and light meals in a bright, airy setting, and the Terrace Bar and Lounge pours Cape wines, classic cocktails, craft beers and artisan coffees.

Yes, bookings are essential. Reserve through the Sauvage booking page, or contact reception on +27 (0)21 876 8900. Sauvage opens Monday to Saturday for dinner, and is closed on Sunday.

Yes, all three venues welcome visitors as well as hotel guests. We do recommend booking ahead, particularly over weekends and in season.

A tiered platter of hand-selected, delicate sweets and mouth-watering savoury canapes, served with chilled Cap Classique. High Tea runs Friday to Sunday between 13:00 and 16:00, and bookings must be made 48 hours before arrival.

Executive Chef Kyle Norris leads the kitchen at Sauvage. The seasonal menu is inspired by fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and perfectly complemented by an award-winning wine list showcasing the best of the Franschhoek Valley.

Yes, room service runs around the clock. Villa guests also have a fully equipped kitchenette, and are welcome at all of the hotel’s restaurants.

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Terrace Bar & Lounge

Open daily from late morning until midnight

  • Ideal for up to 100 guests

Inclusions

  • An extensive selection of Cape wines and Methode Cap Classique
  • Classic cocktails, craft beers and premium brandies
  • A range of teas and artisan coffees
  • Indoor lounge seating opening onto the outdoor terrace
  • Panoramic mountain views beside the sparkling pool
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Venue Details

A Choice of Fine Wines and Cocktails,
With the Valley in View

Fine artworks guide the way as you stroll past reception, through to the lounge and bar area beyond. The room opens onto the terrace, and the terrace opens onto the whole valley.

Guests can choose from an extensive selection of Cape wines drawn from the estates around the valley, alongside classic cocktails, craft beers and premium brandies. The lounge also serves a range of teas and artisan coffees, which suits a slow morning as readily as it does a long afternoon, and the doors stay open from late morning through to midnight.

The lounge extends seamlessly onto the outdoor terrace, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and a peaceful ambiance beside the sparkling pool. As evening settles, a glass of chilled Methode Cap Classique becomes the perfect companion while the peaks shift through soft shades of gold and rose.

Terrace Breakfast Menu
Terrace Lunch Menu
Terrace Dinner Menu
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oTHER DINING AVAILABLE

La Pavillion

up to 100 Guests

Best for Ceremony or Receptions

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La Pavillion

Exquisite natural light, crisp finishes, and stunning views.

  • Open daily for breakfast and light meals · Also available as an event venue

Inclusions

  • A la carte breakfast menu with hot and cold selections
  • Freshly baked breads, pastries, and seasonal fruit
  • Indoor and outdoor seating with garden and mountain views
  • Elegant dining venue with natural light and floral accents
  • Option to dine on the patio beneath leafy trees
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Venue Details

La Pavillion Offers Guests a Chance to
Start Their Day With Elegance and Flair

La Pavillion Offers Guests a Chance to Start Their Day With Elegance and Flair

With the most exquisite natural light, crisp finishes and stunning views, La Pavillion offers guests a chance to start their day with elegance and flair. Furnished in calming natural tones, clean lines, and white tablecloths accented with indigenous floral arrangements, the space is ethereal in the morning sun.

Located within the culinary capital of the Cape, Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa’s La Pavillion restaurant serves up a hearty start to your day in the Winelands. The a la carte menu offers a wide variety of breakfast delights, from delicate pastries and seasonal fruit to freshly baked breads and beautifully plated hot meals.

The venue has been refurbished to blend classic elegance with contemporary flair. Large windows welcome the warm morning light, creating a bright and airy setting. Guests can enjoy breakfast indoors, or dine al fresco under the shade of tall, leafy trees on the peaceful garden patio, all with panoramic views of the Franschhoek mountains.

Terrace Breakfast Menu
Terrace Lunch Menu
Terrace Dinner Menu
Wine List

OTHER DINING AVAILABLE

BAR, LOUNGE & POOL

up to 100 Guests

Best for Ceremony or Receptions

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